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26 Nov 2018

Historical Document – 35th Anniversary Publication

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Gerry Clements, one of the founding members of Lambton Wildllife Inc. has shared the historical document 35th Anniversary of Lambton Wildlife Inc. LWI has an incredible history in Lambton County beginning with a commitment to participate, on an annual basis, in a national resident bird count. In 1970 LWI became a Land Trust and in 1972 purchased Mandaumin Woods Nature Reserve after two years of fundraising. In 1980 LWI identified the Wawanosh area as an important natural area to be preserved and in 1983 a donation of $10,000 was made to the St. Clair Conservation Authority toward its purchase. In…

16 May 2017

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1973 – Lambton Wildlife Incorporated

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In 1973 the Honourable John T. Clement, Minister of Consumer and Commercial Relations issued a Charter for the Incorporation of Lambton Wildlife. "Lambton Wildlife Incorporated ... Subject to The Mortmain and Charitable Uses Act and The Charitable Gifts Act: (a) encourage and promote the conservation, preservation and protection of the natural environment, plants, animals, natural resources and wildlife; (b) collect moneys by way of donations, gifts, devises, bequests, dues or otherwise... (c) print, publish, sell and distribute literature of every nature and kind .... (d) purchase, acquire, take by gift, devise, bequest or donation property, both real and personal."

24 Jan 2017

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1985 – Snowshoeing to Mystery Falls

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In the winter of 1985, Lambton Wildlife had a snowshoe hike in the Ausable Valley to visit the Mystery Falls area. We had lots of snow and a beautiful sunny day. We carried in small camp burners and had hot apple cider, which went down VERY well. The trip was well attended by members of our club. Ausable River Trail map, including Mystery Falls Side Trail.

10 Jan 2017

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1975 – Mandaumin Woods Official Opening

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On April 26, 1975, a cool but sunny spring day, Dr. Peter Tasker, LWI's first President, presided over the official opening of Mandaumin Woods. This was the first property purchased by Lambton Wildlife. It is a 25 acre Carolinian woodlot located just south of the village of Mandaumin. This property was dedicated to the memory of LWI Conservationist Laura Knight. Dr. Tasker addressed the group of members and friends. There was an excellent turn out for this historic event in Lambton Wildlife's history.Gail and Eric Knight untied the rope to open the woodlot. In the background is Elizabeth Tasker, one…

20 Dec 2016

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Lambton Wildlife; How It All Began

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Birders tend to congregate in special places like Canatara Park and Point Pelee. This was the case with Dr. Peter Tasker and his wife Elizabeth. They kept meeting Gerry Clements, Dennis Rupert and Stephanie and Roy John on nature trails. They found they had many common interests and in 1966 they decided to form a club. Dr.Tasker was the first President, Gerry Clements was vice President and field trip leader, Elizabeth was Treasurer and Stephanie was entertainment. Also joining them were Dennis and Sue Rupert. This lasted for about a year and a half. They worked very hard to bring…

15 Dec 2016

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1973 – Marking the Ausable Trail

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In 1972-73 Lambton Wildlife and the Sarnia Hiking Club with Fern Noel, spearheaded the setting up an eight mile hiking trail from Hungry Hollow to #7 Highway. The trail was divided into five sections, with five section leaders. The leaders were John Tymar, Don Smith, Les Greenop, Ron Laflair and Gerry Clements. In the spring of 1993 Laura Knight, in the centre section, was marking the trail by tying a red ribbon to trees. At the same time and place, Irwin Knight, Laura Knight and Dr. John King-Price settled down for lunch after a morning of trail marking. A view…

07 Dec 2016

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Lambton Wildlife Accomplishments: A 50 Year Review

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The following speech was given by Larry Cornelis, Board Member and Head of the Outdoor Committee for Lambton Wildlife, at the recent 50th Anniversary event held at the Sarnia Public Library Theatre. Larry is also a past President. It's with great pleasure and pride that we share on overview of the accomplishments and achievements of Lambton Wildlife since the clubs inception in 1966. (more…)