Monthly Archives: July 2010

“There’s a lobbying effort afoot among the major players in Nova Scotia’s forestry industry, says Natural Resources Minister John MacDonell, and it’s aimed at convincing him to reject proposed changes to forestry management.” (Chronicle Herald, July 15, 2010). Write a … Continue reading →

Workshop begins 1 pm at K.C. Irving Environmental Centre at Acadia University. At the workshop you’ll receive specific instruction on how to participate in the Maritimes Butterfly Atlas. All participants will receive an Atlas kit including a butterfly net and … Continue reading →

The Friends of McNabs are celebrating their 20th Anniversary with a variety of events at McNabs. Tickets $13 adults, $8 children. Details

The Bancroft-Crossman phase 2 report, “A Natural Balance” recommends significant changes in forest harvesting practices to conserve biodiversity and the forest resource. Please express support of their recommendations. Read more

Wildlife and Nova Scotians alike value the Nova Scotian coast, but it is being altered and made less accessible at an alarming rate. It’s important to register your concern and priorities with the N.S. Government as it develops new policies … Continue reading →

“The proposed Bedford Waterfront Development is planning to build a new condo and shopping area on the Bedford Waterfront, by infilling part of the Bedford Basin. Unfortunately the project will also wipe out a beautiful, natural area of the basin, … Continue reading →