[BNS_members] Update from the Blomidon Naturalists Society

[Riley]

Here's what's happening this month

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Hi everyone,

With the first few days of March behind us and each morning a bit brighter than the last, I am excitedly awaiting the start of spring. However, I do hope (and believe) we have some snow still to come. There are too many spots I have yet to explore by snowshoe and ski! If you have gone on an enjoyable walk, ski or snowshoe adventure, you are welcome to send any pictures, notes or observations to Riley at rileyscanlan16 at gmail.com to be featured in our next e-newsletter.

Our February meeting was very informative; Kristen Noel from the NS Invasive Species Council went over some of the most prominent invasive critters in our province. A (https://blomidonnaturalists.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0dbe0d10c2ef002331c94c4f9&id=cba41b6c27&e=b24cf58224) recording can be found here. (https://blomidonnaturalists.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0dbe0d10c2ef002331c94c4f9&id=13e01f6b86&e=b24cf58224)

The February field trip to explore a beaver's home at the Lorax Woodlands was unfortunately postponed, but we do plan to gather and walk about together soon.

This coming month, we will learn from Tom Herman about the changes in how we understand climate change, and a few of us will learn from Soren how to identify and survey for Hemlock Woolly Adelgid. Details and other events below.

Happy trails,
Riley


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** March General Meeting: Change in Climate Change
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Monday, March 15th @ 7:30pm

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How have perceptions of climate change changed over the past 50 years? Using an ecological lens, Dr. Tom Herman will look at the impacts that mounting evidence and more refined models have had on our ability to predict, plan and adapt, all in the aid of conserving biodiversity.


** Field Trip: Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Surveying
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Saturday, March 20th 10:30am

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On this field trip you will learn how to survey for HWA, and be able to identify and report any sightings. A webinar on Wednesday, March 24th at 6:30 – 7 pm, will provide background information on the Hemlock Woolly Adelgid, which will prepare you for the field trip to survey hemlock stands for the presence of HWA. Anyone is welcome to attend the webinar, regardless if they can join the field trip, register for this webinar here. (https://blomidonnaturalists.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0dbe0d10c2ef002331c94c4f9&id=a3a9490fa3&e=b24cf58224 )


** Celebrating the Spring Thaw
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Saturday, March 13th, 10 am - 12:30 pm

Contact: director at canningrecreation.com (mailto:director at canningrecreation.com)

A multi-activity, family-oriented, celebratory event marking the beginnings of Spring. Join the Flying Squirrel Adventures for a self-led nature challenge along the Bigelow trails with a few drop in stations and a community fire to close off festivities.


** SCANS Public Lecture: Knowing Our Province, the Land of the Mi'kmaw
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March 24th, 10:00 am

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"In this lecture we will look at the nine distinct districts of Mi’kma’ki, the Land of the Mi’kmaw. We will see these areas through the Mi’kmaw language, a verb based language that describes how each of these areas got their name. Mi’kmaw educator, Gerald Gloade will tell us the true meaning of Shubenacadie, Eskasoni and many other places in our province. "


** More from Flying Squirrel Adventures
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March Break Wild Explorations for Youth - Details (https://blomidonnaturalists.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0dbe0d10c2ef002331c94c4f9&id=52fb85b602&e=b24cf58224)
March 15th - 18th, 9:30 am - 3:30 pm

March Break Nature Days in Canning - Contact here (mailto:director at canningrecreation.com)
March 16th for ages 5 to 7; March 18th for ages 8-11, 9 am - 4 pm

DIY Family Nature Club Series - Contact here (mailto:director at canningrecreation.com )
Saturdays: March 27th, April 10th, April 24th, 10 - 11:30 am


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** Moose postcard campaign
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This campaign is calling for a moratorium of clear-cutting on Crown land until ecological forestry is implemented and to step up and better protect endangered and at-risk species that inhabit Crown land.


** Updates on Species at Risk in NS
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Last fall, the BNS and other nature organizations in Nova Scotia took the Department of Lands and Forestry to court for their failure to fulfill legal obligations under the Endangered Species Act. Nature Nova Scotia, the lead applicant, is now publishing updates on the various at risk species involved (https://blomidonnaturalists.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0dbe0d10c2ef002331c94c4f9&id=695d0cdb2e&e=b24cf58224) .
Researchers at Dalhousie University are seeking input for their survey on Perceptions of Environmental Change in Atlantic Canada. Your participations is an important contribution to the understanding of how our environment has changed and the implications of that change. The form takes about 15 minutes to complete and can be found here. (https://blomidonnaturalists.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0dbe0d10c2ef002331c94c4f9&id=43d768b3e3&e=b24cf58224)


** IN THE NEWS
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A recent CBC article (https://blomidonnaturalists.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0dbe0d10c2ef002331c94c4f9&id=f6b49e6190&e=b24cf58224) rejects the notion that winter is not a good time for birding. In fact, it is the perfect time to get into the hobby and to hone your skills. It is also yet another reason to continue to go outside, regardless of the temperature!


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** Reduced Calendar Price
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We have a small number of unsold calendars this year. They are reduced to $10 while supplies last. To see the list of vendors or to order online, see our website here. (https://blomidonnaturalists.us7.list-manage.com/track/click?u=0dbe0d10c2ef002331c94c4f9&id=5e94ffea12&e=b24cf58224)


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** 2021 Program on Website
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