Birding in the Credit River Watershed is a Hoot
Winter is a great time to get your binoculars out when tree leaves have fallen and branches are …
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Our Forests Need Biodiversity
From a young age we’re taught about the importance of trees. Trees have an important role in ecosystems …
Crawlies that Aren’t so Creepy
It’s almost Halloween and that means it’s the perfect time to celebrate the things that can sometimes make …
Fabulous Field Finds 2021
Summer has come to an end and autumn has made itself known as the trees change to beautiful …
Bringing Brook Trout Back to the Credit River
If you’ve ever seen a brook trout in the Credit River, you know they’re a beautiful sight. Brook …
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Capturing the Beauty of Butterflies
Citizen scientists play an important role in environmental conservation. Citizen science is the practice of public participation and …
Top 5 Common Plants in the Credit River Watershed
One amazing thing about getting outside in nature is that there’s always something new to discover. But some …
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Golly, Grasshoppers are Great!
Grasshoppers are small but mighty insects. One second you see them and with one giant leap they’re gone! …
Butterfly Blitz Results are Flying in!
Our annual Butterfly Blitz citizen science project is the perfect opportunity to learn more about butterflies, have fun …
LDD Moth Update
Ontario has once again been hit hard by the invasive LDD moth (gypsy moth). They’ve been nearly impossible …
Pollinator Partnerships
We’re celebrating Pollinator Week by profiling some of the vibrant native plant and pollinator partnerships in our watershed. …
A small step towards the natural
A thousand gold-tipped arrow shafts are just beginning to surface on Island Lake as the rising sun casts …
Facts you may newt (not) know about reptiles and amphibians
The days are warmer, the ground is drier and we’re not the only ones delighted about the vitamin …
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Animals of the night
When the sun is down and daytime animals, known as diurnal animals, are resting for the night, a …
Wildlife that fool you
Happy April Fools! While we may dedicate one day a year to putting sugar in the saltshaker or …
Woodpeckers March to their own Beat
Spring is almost here. If you listen closely, you’ll hear songbirds announcing their presence with unique melodies. Woodpeckers …
How You’re Inspired by Nature
Social media is a great tool for sharing outdoor adventures throughout the Credit River Watershed. On February 10, …
Love in the Credit River Watershed
Valentine’s Day is around the corner, which makes it the perfect time to celebrate love in the Credit …
Winter Tree Identification
It’s often a tree’s lush leaves or vibrant needles that catch our attention. But how often do we …
Backyard Scavenger Hunt
Winter is a great time to learn about the many active creatures that call your backyard home during …
Scavengers Among Us
Scavengers are animals who eat carrion and decaying plant matter. They play an important ecological role by feeding …