Monthly Archives: May 2010

Mon May 31: Jamie Simpson on forest biomass

Kick off Environment Week by attending this presentation by Jamie Simpson, author of Restoring the Acadian Forest and learn more about forest biomass and how it fits into the Nova Scotia Power Inc.-New Page deal, and the New Renewable Energy … Continue reading

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BioBlitz 2010: June 5th at Crystal Crescent Beach

BioBlitz 2010: June 5th at Crystal Crescent Beach Provincial Park, 10:00 am – 3:30 pm 3811 Old Sambro Rd., Halifax. Details.

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Volunteer in NCC Activities

The Nature Conservancy of Canada is seeking volunteers to help in conservation efforts at two activities in Nova Scotia this summer: Brier Island Plant and Sweep (June 12) and Tusket Lakeshore Bioblitz (August 19-20, 2010). More details

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May 28-30: Nature NS 2010 AGM at Sherbrooke

At Sherbrooke, join fellow naturalists from around the province for a weekend of nature fun and adventure on and beside the St. Mary’s River. Our hosts are the St. Mary’s River Association, Nova Scotia Nature Trust, and Nature Nova Scotia. … Continue reading

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Wed., May 19th: Biodiversity Bingo!

Biodiversity Bingo! Wednesday, May 19 from 7 to 8:30pm Just Us! Café 5896 Spring Garden Road Join us (Sierra Club supporters) as we celebrate the International Day of Biological Diversity (May 22) and kick off our first annual fundraising campaign … Continue reading

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Wednesday, May 12: Silence of the Songbirds

In a special evening sponsored by HFN, EAC and others, Bridget Stutchbury will share her research findings on declining species of birds associated with continuing threats such as pesticides, loss of habitat, and the bright lights of urban areas. Read … Continue reading

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St. Mary’s River/NSEN May 29

Nova Scotia Nature Trust, Nature NS and the St. Mary’s River Association are offering a weekend of nature activities beginning Sat May 29th. See NSNT & Nature NS (Nature NS activities begin Friday evening.)

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