Where do the bugs go in winter?

An interesting post on Northern Woodlands yesterday, How Insects Spend the Winter. I knew some of this but learned much more... adds to the perspective as I trundle through the snow-covered forest. By the way, have you noticed the days getting a bit longer?? Yes, spring (and the insects' return) is coming! Between being a …

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Why Woodpeckers Don’t get Stuck to Trees

I'm not sure I've ever asked myself this question, but when I read the headline, I needed to know the answer. Perhaps now you do too. Click the link to the article to find out, and there's a short YouTube video as well. https://www.sciencemag.org/news/2021/01/video-reveals-why-woodpeckers-don-t-get-stuck-trees

European Gypsy Moth and Maple Syrup Production

Gypsy moth Adults, pupa, and egg masses – Photo Credit Jason Brook European Gypsy Moth is an invasive forest pest that will feed on a number of different tree species including its preferred oak but also sugar maple, white pine and spruce. The numbers and sightings have been climbing over the past several years. For …

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Members’ Notice Board Posting

A member has posted a notice “Looking for 2″- 6″ x 5′ long hard maple logs” to the Notice Board. If you might be able to assist, log in to the BGWA Notice Board to read/respond.

Members’ Notice Board Posting

A member has posted a notice “Seeking owner of BGWA member property near Conc 12 and Bruce Saugeen town line” to the Notice Board. If you might be able to assist, log in to the BGWA Notice Board to read/respond.