Monthly Archives: March 2010

A three day workshop on how to identify common mosses of Nova Scotia set in the natural and relaxing setting of Mersey River Chalets. The workshop includes daily field trips, an introduction to the use of microscopes, identification keys, and … Continue reading →

SMU Professor Susan Bjornson will present a history of biological pest control outlining a few successes/failures, including the recent issue of ‘bee decline’. 7:30 p.m. at the NSMNH. Read more

HRM is seeking feedback on on its recently released Draft Master Plan for the Western Common Wilderness Common by April 14th, 2010. It is also holding an open house on Wednesday, April 14 from 6:30-9:00 pm at Brookside Jr. High … Continue reading →

As part of Sustainability Week @ Saint Mary’s, the University will host a Green Map Exhibition from March 15th – 19th, 2010 to showcase some of the Green Maps their partners have created here in Nova Scotia and beyond. Read … Continue reading →

BioBlitz 2010: June 5th at Crystal Crescent Beach. Details. School students are invited to enter the essay contest (deadline: March 31st).

Photo on NSE Website Feb. 12, 2010: Public consultation for the Five Bridge Lakes candidate wilderness area is now underway. A page on the N.S. Environment’s website provides a consultation newsletter, background documents, dates of open houses (March 10, 24, … Continue reading →

At HFN’s AGM on March 4th, Richmond Campbell received the Colin Stewart Conservation Award for 2010 for his work to promote conservation through his key role in the conceptualization, construction and maintenance of The Bluff Wilderness Hiking Trail. Read more. … Continue reading →