Economic Benefits of Protecting Nature

Here is an interesting article discussing the economic benefits of sites that have been converted versus leaving them in a natural state. As we know, natural areas are much more valuable than just the value of their timber. The study shows that conserving or restoring natural sites now outweigh the potential profits of converting them …

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ONLINE LEARNING OPPORTUNITY: Traditional Knowledge and Western Science

Title: Bridging Traditional Knowledge and Western Science When: 18 March 2021 7-8:30 PM Cost: free Hosted/Sponsored by: Royal Botanical Garden Topic Details: https://www.rbg.ca/events/speaker-series-bringing-traditional-knowledge-and-western-science/ Registration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/speakers-series-bridging-traditional-knowledge-and-western-science-registration-128272631895

Woodlot Conference Goes Virtual

The Grey Bruce Woodlot Conference is back in 2021! The event is taking place virtually this year over two nights (March 23 and 24). Presentation topics will include a novel approach to controlling buckthorn on your property, as well as different perspectives on managing private woodlots(landowner and consultant).For more information about the event, please go …

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A Wondrous Forest Melody

If you attended our virtual AGM yesterday you will have seen on one of the slides that I'm handing over the keys to the web site to Mike Fry. We have been paralleling duties over the past four months to ensure a seamless transition. I was taught to always say my thank yous, and Mike …

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AGM This Saturday – 27 Feb

Hello everyone, This is a reminder our Annual General Meeting is scheduled for tomorrow morning via Zoom. The schedule includes an educational component (Gypsy Moth) as well as the usual AGM business. This link will take you to our website containing the Agenda and other materials. Hope to (virtually) see everyone tomorrow!