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Category: Recreation and Events

Last minute Halloween costumes inspired by Ontario’s native plants

October 30, 2015–Megan Anevich

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Recreation and Events

Don’t worry if you’ve left your Halloween costume planning to the last minute – I can help. This year, I’ve been inspired by Ontario’s native wildflowers to create simple Halloween ...

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New Caledon Hiking Guide – A Labour of Love

July 15, 2015–Guest blogger

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Recreation and Events

"Caledon Hikes: Loops & Lattes" author, Nicola Ross

My partner Alex isn’t much into birthdays. So two years ago, it came as a big surprise when, with a wry grin, he dropped the biggest birthday gift ever on ...

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A Field of Songs

June 9, 2015–Guest blogger

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Birds•Recreation and Events

Eastern meadowlark © Enid Mallory

Bobolinks don’t wait to land on a fence post to sing; they sing as they fly, pouring music over the green fields. There is a road near Peterborough with grassy fields ...

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How my smartphone enhances my outdoor experiences

May 15, 2015–Guest blogger

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Recreation and Events•Reptiles and Amphibians

Chloe Stanois, Ontario Nature communications intern, enjoys visiting natural areas and gardens.

The growing popularity of smartphones has sparked debates about the negative implications of our over-reliance on technology. In particular, there is much discussion about the need to spend less time ...

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Nature asks only for protection in return for all it gives

May 12, 2014–Leyla Top

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Recreation and Events

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 ...

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