Perspectives on Invasive Species

A recent thought-provoking piece on the Owen Sound Hub concerning invasive species: Who's Invading Whom. Invasive species may not be as black-and-white and issue as some might think... as one commenter remarked, "The worst invasive species is Homo sapiens." Semi-related, another article from Owen Sound Sun-Times in July: Giant hogweed not the giant boogeyman, says …

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Members’ Notice Board Posting

A member has posted a notice Hybrid Poplar Saplings Available to the Members’ Notice Board. If you might be interested in this opportunity log in to the BGWA Notice Board to read/respond

16-year-old faces down emerald ash borer threat

Here's a great story from CBC News about a young person in New Brunswick who is on a mission to help monitor and battle Emerald Ash Borer (EAB). If you know of any potential young woodland champions in Grey-Bruce perhaps send the link their way and maybe it will provide inspiration!

BBQ Pics Available in Members’ Area

Was I ever disappointed to miss the BBQ this year... great weather, lots of members, and a personal tour of the historic water filtration plant at Inglis Falls. But thanks, as always, to Larry Cluchey for promptly supplying pictures and captions a photo gallery is now available in the Members' Area in case you missed …

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