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Here’s How You Can Volunteer to Protect Nature in Ontario

September 4, 2025–Ron Corkum

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)•How To•Reduce Your Footprint•Stewardship and restoration

Tree planting event, Sydenham River Nature Reserve © Alyssa Stephens

Volunteering for nature can be a rewarding experience. Many of us highly value our experiences with nature, deriving satisfaction from contributing to the enhancement of the natural environment, sharing knowledge ...

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Why the Turtle Crossed the Road and Other FAQ’s About Turtle Nests

May 23, 2019–Emma Horrigan & Dr. Julia Riley

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)•Reptiles and Amphibians•Species at Risk

Nesting snapping turtle © Julia Riley

Turtles, often referred to as modern day dinosaurs, with their distinctive domed, bony shell, are easy to recognize. This unique armoured architecture provides turtles with protection from predators. However, despite ...

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Nature Reserves Guidelines on Permitted Activities

January 1, 2016–Ontario Nature Staff

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)•Nature Reserves

Malcolm Bluff Shores Nature Reserve hike

The following are interim guidelines applicable to all nature reserves until such time as Management Plans are developed for nature reserves. It is understood that Management Plans will set out ...

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Is It OK to Move Turtle Eggs?

July 5, 2011–John Urquhart

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)•Reptiles and Amphibians•Stewardship and restoration

Snapping turtle hatchling © Scott Gillingwater

People often ask Ontario Nature staff for advice about how to deal with situations that they encounter in nature. Whether putting out a bird feeder, planting native flowers or grasses, ...

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