Monthly Archives: March 2013

Thursday, April 4: Broken Rivers

Bob Bancroft, well-known retired biologist and President of Nature Nova Scotia, will trace how rivers used to function in terms of water, geology, and the provision of aquatic habitats and how land use became an issue when settlers from Europe … Continue reading

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Spring & Early Summer Walks & Talks with HFN

Our programme for walks and talks in the upcoming months is now posted. Join us on a paddle, learn about vernal pools and more! See Walks and Talks

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Rare Florida owl spotted on McNabs

“Birders say a small owl, native to Florida, has been discovered in Nova Scotia for the first time. The rare burrowing owl is listed as a species of special concern in Florida. A shot of the bird with its piercing … Continue reading

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Hope Swinimer receives Colin Stewart Conservation Award

HFN established the Colin Stewart Conservation Award in 2004 to honour a lifetime of contributions by Colin towards conservation initiatives in Nova Scotia. At our AGM on March 7th, the award for 2013 was given to Hope Swinimer for her … Continue reading

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Thursday Mar 6: HFN Members’ Slide Night, AGM, & CS Award

HFN is noted for speedy rather than lengthy AGMs, always followed by wonderful photo presentations. Also, the Colin Stewart Conservation Award will be presented & we have a social (tea and biscuits) afterwards. All welcome. 7:30 pm at the NS … Continue reading

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Province slow to act on Natural Resource Strategy

CBC Interview with Matt Miller of EAC. The strategy set timelines but there has been a lack of progress on significant issues. He explains the difficulties with the government’s definition of clearcutting. Go to CBC interview

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