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Hearing the distinct calls of red-winged blackbirds and spotting turkey vultures teetering on the wind reminds us that spring bird migration in Ontario is happening now. With one of the most eventful seasons for birding upon us, there is no better time to encourage young people to get involved in bird conservation. Many youth want ...
Black Bay Peninsula © Superior Hiking CC BY 2.0
Northern Ontario is known for its rugged landscapes of dense black spruce forests, crystal clear lakes and rivers, and pristine wilderness areas. However, industrial development is increasingly fragmenting the northern landscape, causing roadless areas to rapidly decline. Only 54 million hectares of roadless areas remain in Ontario, most of which are in the Far North. ...
American bittern © Kurayaba CC BY-SA 2.0
After a long winter, the arrival of the spring bird migration is a spectacle for the senses, while heralding warmer days to come. Between February and June, millions of North American birds take to the skies on their annual journey from their southern wintering grounds to fly north to their breeding grounds, many settling in ...
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Organic produce © warutledge CC BY-NC 2.0
Our planet’s natural environment is under unprecedented stress. The good news is that you can help restore a healthy planet by reducing your environmental footprint, and we’re here to help you. This blog is part of a series that will help you go #GreenStepByStep. Subscribe to our blog to follow along! If you’re looking to be ...
Paswe Protected Area © Carter Dorscht