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02 Jul 2018

Bear Creek Paddle – June 2

Blog, events, Natural Areas, Outdoor Event

What a beautiful day for a paddle! The weather looked threatening but by 9:30 it had cleared up and the sun even came out. We began our paddle at the Wilkesport Boat launch and a few minutes after leaving we were lucky enough to see a muskrat swimming along the shore. Where the Sydenham splits into Bear and Black Creek we stopped and talked about the numerous species that can be seen along, and in, the river – several of which we were lucky enough to see on our paddle. There are 34 species of Mussels that have been found…

18 Oct 2017

By Lambton Wildlife Inc

Thank You Lambton Wildlife and Sydenham Field Naturalists

Blog, events, Natural AreasJustin Nicol, river, Sydenham

Ontario Nature organized a wonderful day to thank both Lambton Wildlife and the Sydenham Field Naturalists for their generous donations that helped make the purchase of 193 acres along the Sydenham River possible. On September 17th members of both clubs were invited to visit the site and enjoy a hike to the largest Sycamore tree in south-western Ontario, tour the south side of the property to look at the great variety of flora and fauna (led by Larry Cornelis, a member of both Nature Groups and driving force behind the acquisition of the property), and to hear from experts about…

09 May 2017

By Lambton Wildlife Inc

Spring Walk in Mandaumin Woods

Blog, events, Natural Areas, Outdoor EventMandaumin Woods, Nick Alexander, spring, wildflowers

On Sunday, 25 people braved the damp and cool weather to join Nick Alexander for the first of his two spring walks in Mandaumin Woods. Nick shared a wealth of information about the trees and plants found along the trail that winds through the 25-acre LWI property. Nick provided many details on how to recognize the plants and tree species that he showed the group. Some of the plants and trees that he pointed out included: Solomon’s Seal, False Solomon’s Seal, Goldenrod, Toothwort, Bellwort, Witch Hazel, Redbud, Leatherwood, Prickly Gooseberry, Black Current, Hepatica, various sedges, Shagbark Hickory, Blue beech, Ironwood,…

11 Apr 2017

By Lambton Wildlife Inc

Outdoor Event Preview: Pelee Island, May 11-14

Blog, events, Outdoor Eventbirding, camping, pelee island

May, the best birding month of the year is just around the corner and that means it’s time to plan for the annual LWI Pelee Island camping trip! Every spring, a group of LWI members camp out on the island, enjoy the outdoors, take in the island sights, and most importantly enjoy extraordinary birding opportunities. (more…)

30 Dec 2016

By Lambton Wildlife Inc

Sarnia Solar Bird Survey

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The winter bird survey at the Sarnia Solar site will be held Monday, January 2, 2017. Meet 9:00 AM at the Sarnia Solar Site located on Churchill Line. Larry Cornelis will provide instructions and will coordinate the event. All are invited to participate; dress according to weather conditions. Bring your binoculars, waterproof boots and something warm to drink! Contact: Larry Cornelis (519 339-8785; larry.cornelis@gmail.com)

01 Dec 2016

By Lambton Wildlife Inc

A Successful 50th Anniversary for Lambton Wildlife

events2016, 50th Anniversary, Call of the Forest, Lambton Wildlife, Sarnia

On Wednesday, November 2, 2016, about two hundred people came out on a rainy evening to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the founding of Lambton Wildlife Inc. The event featured a screening of the newly premiered film, "Call of the Forest - The Forgotten Wisdom of Trees". Roberta Buchanan did a fine job MCing the evening. (more…)

02 Nov 2016

By Lambton Wildlife Inc

Join Us Tonight For Our 50th Anniversary Celebration!

events, Indoor Event50th Anniversary, event, Sarnia, Sarnia Public Library Theatre

It's finally here - Our 50th Anniversary event! And you are all invited to join us tonight, at 7 pm, at the Sarnia Public Library Theatre for a free evening event featuring the newly released nature film 'Call of the Forest: The Forgotten Wisdom of Trees'. The entire evening is free to all Lambton Wildlife members and the general public. Come and enjoy this beautiful film and get the chance to win a door prize! Celebratory cake and refreshments will be offered at the end of the evening for all to enjoy. We hope to see you there! Bring your…

01 Nov 2016

By Lambton Wildlife Inc

50th Event Features Free Movie, Door Prizes, and Refreshments

events, Indoor Event50th, anniversary, event

Tomorrow night is Lambton Wildlife's big 50th Anniversary event at the Sarnia Public Library Theatre!! Come out for 7 pm to help us celebrate 50 years of protecting nature in the Sarnia-Lambton area. The evening starts out with a few short speeches from prominent Lambton Wildlife members, followed by the screening of the newly recent "Call of the Forest - The Forgotten Wisdom of Trees" documentary. All guests will be then entered into the door prizes give away, after which everyone is invited to share free cake and refreshments! (more…)

13 Oct 2016

By Lambton Wildlife Inc

Rock Glen Walk

events, Outdoor Event2016, Carolinian, fall, forest, Rock Glen, trees

On a beautiful, sunny Sunday, Justin Nicol led 28 Lambton Wildlife members and guests on an educational stroll through a section of the Rock Glen Conservation Area. Rock Glen is located in Arkona, Ontario. It is usually known for its natural collection of Brachiopod, Coral and Crinoid stem fossils. This day, however, we were treated to an opportunity to appreciate the area for its collection of Carolinian and Great Lake native trees. Rock Glen is in a transitional zone of Carolinian, to the south, and Great Lake zone to the north, this results in trees native to both areas growing…

12 Sep 2016

By Lambton Wildlife Inc

2016 Habitat Thursday Garden Tours

events, Outdoor Eventgarden, habitat, landscape, native, tour

Over 20 people attended the kickoff of LWI's annual "Habitat Thursdays" outdoor event. This year, at the suggestion of Shawn McKnight, we decided to make it a tour of residential landscapes that have been naturalized with native plants. We would actually be visiting "Habitat Gardens". (more…)