© Lora Denis
Gardeners beware! Poison ivy was listed among the top 8 most toxic plants in Canadian gardens by The Weather Network. Scientifically known as the Rhus radicans L, this toxic climbing plant is abundant in South Ontario spreading all the way to Kenora and North Cochrane. It has also been found carpeting South of Lake Huron ...
Eastern red bat © Matthew O'Donnell
Happy Halloween! Bats have a bad rap, especially around this time of year. Thanks to Dracula, bats are seen as thirsty, bloodsucking creatures of the night but these harmless mammals play a vital role in sustaining the balance of ecosystems across the globe. Bats are amazing animals. They help us pollinate important food crops and ...
Youth Summit 2017 © Brendan Toews
Ontario Nature is hosting our ninth annual Youth Summit for Biodiversity and Environmental Leadership this weekend. The Summit brings high school-aged leaders from across the province together for a weekend of nature exploration, environmental learning and fun outdoor activities. Are you interested in learning more about the Youth Summit? Ontario Nature will be live-tweeting from ...
Guelph tree planting © Kevin Konnyu
After what seemed like a never-ending winter, spring is finally here! Before their school year wraps up in June, Ontario Nature’s Youth Council will host a suite of planting events called Our Special Spaces across the province. Since 2011, hundreds of people have joined Our Special Spaces events, contributing to conservation efforts in their communities. ...
Laurel Creek Conservation Area © Carl Hiebert / Grand River Conservation Authority