© Lora Denis
Black-capped chickadee © Noah Cole
The short time I spent as an intern in the communications department at Ontario Nature left me feeling like I don’t get outside nearly enough. After getting to know the wonderful staff and talking with passionate members at events, I felt inspired to get out and enjoy nature.
Tundra swans and red-winged blackbirds © Noah Cole
As our cold long winter finally came to an end, the bird sounds outside my window enticed me to get outside and observe the early spring migration. On-line bird forums informed me that spring migrants such as red-winged blackbirds, white-throated sparrows, tundra swans and sandhill cranes were beginning to arrive. At the end of March, ...
Wild geranium thrives in dappled shade © Sandy Smith
Whether you are new to gardening or a horticultural expert, after this long winter, you’re probably eager to start planning your garden. However, before choosing plants, you may want to consider the issue of invasive plants. Invasive plants are those that have been introduced to an area outside their native range that negatively affect the ...
Nature London is a member of Ontario Nature’s Nature Network. Our Nature Network is a dedicated network of more than 150 local conservation groups helps that help us bring local issues across Ontario to the attention of the province. Historical background Nature London’s origins date back to 1864, when William Saunders, a London pharmacist and ...
Red-winged blackbird © Shutterstock, BG Smith
Spring has, technically, arrived in Ontario, though below-freezing temperatures would suggest otherwise. Nevertheless, robins and cardinals are singing, killdeer are flying overhead, and the red-winged blackbirds’ unmistakable trilling song has returned.
Paswe Protected Area © Carter Dorscht