Saturday SEPT 7: Bus’n’BBQ

It's our unique twist on "BnB" 🙂 This year, our annual Members' BBQ event will feature a local woodland-theme bus excursion (9AM-1PM) preceding the traditional lunch and social gathering (1PM-3PM). That's pretty great in itself, but even better is that there will be no additional cost to members riding the bus tour. The BBQ will …

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TrailCam contest has launched!

Trailcams (aka Game Cameras) are increasingly popular (and increasingly inexpensive!) and a fun way to keep an eye on what's happening when you're not around. Send in your pics between Aug 5 and Oct 14. Contest rules, details and sample picture gallery click here.  

Tree planting ‘has mind-blowing potential’ to tackle climate crisis

Research shows that planting billions of trees across the world is by far the biggest and cheapest way to tackle the climate crisis, according to scientists, who have made the first calculation of how many more trees could be planted without encroaching on crop land or urban areas. Read full article on The Guardian.

Volunteer request: Bruce County Heritage Farm Show

Ron Stewart is seeking members to help staff a BGWA booth at the Bruce County Heritage Farm Show, August 16-18 in Paisley. Whether you can give a little time or a lot, it all helps. There is particular need for set-up help, meeting Ron at 8 to prep for a 9AM start. More details, contact …

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Forest Therapy walk pictures posted

Eleven members enjoyed great weather and had a sample of a forest therapy (aka "Forest Bathing") experience, immersing themselves in woodlands with all the senses. Some pictures posted in event gallery.