Announcements – Lambton Wildlife

14 Oct 2021

LWI Virtual Series: Prescribed Burns at Pinery PP

Announcements, Natural Areas, Virtual Events

You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Oct 25, 2021 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Topic: LWI Virtual Series: Prescribed Burns at Pinery PP Alistair MacKenzie’s role at Pinery is to connect ecology and education to share the marvels of the natural world so that future stewards of the lands and waters see value in their protection forever. Alistair will share his work relating to prescribed burns in the management of natural environments such as oak savannas and tall grass prairies. Register in advance for this webinar:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1s3IJCiyTLaoLsR0uhfbmA After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

22 Sep 2021

By Lambton Wildlife Inc

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LWI Virtual Series: Aamjiwnaang Ethnobotanical Studies

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You are invited to a Zoom webinar. When: Sep 27, 2021 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Topic: LWI Virtual Series: Aamjiwnaang Ethnobotanical Studies Register in advance for this webinar:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dOC5ANxzQoeop1tOUBQdWQ After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

20 Jul 2021

By Lambton Wildlife Inc

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Sydenham River Nature Reserve Expansion

Announcements, Fundraising, Natural Areas

The Sydenham River Nature Reserve is well known throughout Ontario. Recently the YouTube personality “The Happy Camper” was in Lambton County on tour and specifically asked to visit the Sydenham Nature Reserve, one of Ontario’s best remaining examples of imperiled habitats. Follow the link below to get a small glimpse of this beautiful reserve. Lambton Wildlife is fundraising to purchase property adjacent to the existing reserve to expand the size of the incredibly significant and biodiverse Sydenham River Nature Reserve. This important initiative can only succeed with your help! Every donation will help protect the many endangered and at-risk species…

11 Jul 2021

By Lambton Wildlife Inc

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We are on our way!

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Lambton Wildlife is on it's way to reaching its goal of $75,000 to donate to Ontario Nature for the Sydenham River Nature Reserve Expansion. Help us reach are goal and donate today! Visit lambtonwildlife.com/srnr-expansion/ for information about the property and to donate.

20 May 2021

By Kelly Antaya

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Lambton Wildlife Members: Call for Committee Members

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The Lambton Wildlife Board has decided to strike a Natural Environment Committee to assist the Board in the following areas: Identifying local and regional habitat protection initiatives that would benefit from Lambton Wildlife's involvementAssessing partnership and land securement opportunitiesWiden our influence in the community regarding environmental and habitat protection We are currently looking for committee members, and a Committee Chairperson. The Chair's responsibilities include: Organizing meetings & creating agendasFacilitating meeting discussionsReporting to the LWI Board If you are interested in either role, please email president@lambtonwildlife.com by June 14.

17 Jan 2021

By Lambton Wildlife Inc

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Lambton Wildlife Award Winners

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Lambton Wildlife has acknowledged the Great Lakes Refill Co. and Erin Carroll and the SCRCA biology team for their positive impacts. Conservation Award Erin Carroll and the SCRCA Biology Team have been recognized for their research into aquatic ecosystems in our local watershed. Their work in the field gathers data on the most biologically diverse river in Ontario – the Sydenham River. The team’s work on public education helps individuals make choices to improve local watersheds and creates public awareness of our unique natural heritage. Erin Carrol (left) is presented the award in a socially distanced manner by Mary Martin,…

08 Oct 2020

By Lambton Wildlife Inc

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Tree Planting at Mandaumin Woods Nature Reserve

Announcements, Blog, Community Event, events, Outdoor Event

Lambton Wildlife Inc. needs volunteers to plant trees at Mandaumin Woods Nature Reserve, October 18, 2020 at 9:30 a.m. (Rain Date: October 24) Please wear long pants, work gloves, closed toed shoes, and bring your own mask to wear in the event that social distancing is not possible. We will be planting trees and due to COVID-19 sharing shovels is not permitted, therefore please bring your own shovel. Meeting Location: The nature reserve is located on the west side of Mandaumin Road, less than a kilometer south of the village of Mandaumin. Parking is on the side of the road.…

29 Sep 2020

By Michael Kent

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LWI Virtual Series A Big Year – w/ Jeremy Bensette Monday Oct. 26th 7-8:15

Announcements, Bird Notes, events, Sightings, Virtual Events, Wildlife

LWI Virtual Series:A Big Year - w/ Jeremy BensetteMonday, Oct. 26, 2020,7pm - 8:15pm In birding, a Big Year is seeing or hearing as many different species of birds as possible in a calendar year. Jeremy Bensette, a Leamington birder who broke Ontario’s Big Year record in 2017, shares his story.Registration in advance is required for this webinar:https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_K9WzAzUbQeqZZROyPmzoZw*Limited number of viewing spots*After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.Learn more about Jeremy Bensette before the event:https://www.vortexcanada.net/pro-staff/birding/jeremy-bensette?fbclid=IwAR1pL8y5VMqaR1hmKIt_79JMSsVEbAulxOQMkFq30ofl73xZmEkueWIRrJ4 If you have any questions or concerns about the event, please contact president@lambtonwildlife.com or phone Mike Kent at 519-490-8978

10 Jun 2020

By Lambton Wildlife Inc

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Mandaumin Woods Nature Reserve and the Karner Blue Sanctuary Re-opened for Hiking

Announcements, Blog, Natural Areas

Lambton Wildlife Inc. is pleased to announce that we are re-opening both the Mandaumin Woods Nature Reserve and the Karner Blue Sanctuary for hiking. With many parks reopening we feel it's appropriate to open our trails too. Please continue to observe physical distancing guidelines when visiting LWI trails and follow the signs for direction of travel so that you do not have to step off the trail to pass oncoming hikers.

30 Mar 2020

By Lambton Wildlife Inc

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COVID – 19 and Upcoming Events

Announcements, Blog

The uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 crisis, and concern for the health and welfare of our members and the community at large, all Lambton Wildlife indoor and outdoor events are presently cancelled. When social distancing recommendations are lifted, LWI will reassess the situation and will notify members when normal programs resume. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Stay safe. Brandy Fenwick Lambton Wildlife President