Free Thayer Birding Software for Kids –  The Young Birder Program

Free Thayer Birding Software for Kids – The Young Birder Program

Any young birders or students interested in birds and nature who are enrolled in pre-K, grade school, middle school or high school can download the new version 7.7 of Thayer’s Birds of North America – for FREE. Just visit www.ThayerBirding.com, select the Windows or the Mac download and enter our special code: LambtonWildlifeYoungBirder Then click the Apply button and Free Checkout. This amazing birding software, for Windows or Mac computers, features the 1,007 birds that have been seen in the continental United States and Canada. The software includes 6,856 color photos, 1,506 songs and calls, 552 video clips of birds…
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Insect Extravaganza!

Insect Extravaganza!

Jr. Conservationists & Young Naturalists August 12th —Insect Extravaganza! Fairbanks Property, Oil Springs 1pm — 3pm In this outing we have the special opportunity to catch and identify insects at one of the most culturally significant areas in Lambton County, the Fairbanks Oil Property. In the late 1800's and early 1900's this area would have been booming with the opportunity to strike black gold...oil. Out of this area came the world’s first commercial oil well, the first refinery, the first petroleum company, the first oil gusher and many others. Oil has been in Lambton County's blood ever since.  But the…
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Ecosystem Restoration and Natural Landscaping with Felicia Syer-Nicol Canatara Park

Ecosystem Restoration and Natural Landscaping with Felicia Syer-Nicol Canatara Park

JUNIOR CONSERVATIONISTS EVENT (AGED 12+) Canatara Park is a local hotspot not only for beach-goers, but also species at risk, resident owls, migrant songbirds, impressive trees, and a mixture of habitats. The area we call Canatara Park today has gone through many changes over the years, mostly due to human development. Today, values have shifted realizing the importance of green space and nature. Protecting nature directly involves protecting natural habitat and restoring other spaces. Join Felicia from Nature's Way Nurseries to help restore Canatara Park to a better habitat for more plants and animals! What to bring: lunch, snacks, water…
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Second Reptile Monitoring Event with St. Clair Regional Conservation Authority

Second Reptile Monitoring Event with St. Clair Regional Conservation Authority

July 18th, 2017 Many of Ontario’s reptiles and amphibians are species at risk. There’s still a lot we don’t know about them. Come join the St. Clair Conservation Authority as they monitor reptiles as a part of a long-term study to observe any potential changes in amphibian populations. Learn about local species, their threats, and how you can help. If you came to the last reptile monitoring outing, we will be going into more detail on how to identify, survey, and monitor for local species. Where to Meet 940 Holt Line, Wilkesport, ON N0P 2R0 What to bring  lunch, snacks,…
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Reptile Monitoring with St. Clair Regional Conservation Authority

Reptile Monitoring with St. Clair Regional Conservation Authority

Many of Ontario’s reptiles and amphibians are species at risk.  There’s still a lot we don’t know about them. Come join the St. Clair Conservation Authority as they monitor reptiles as a part of a long-term study to observe any potential changes in amphibian populations. Learn about local species, their threats, and how you can help. Pack a lunch, snacks and water for the day. Where to Meet 940 Holt Line, Wilkesport, ON N0P 2R0 What to bring TBD
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Junior Conservationists! Butterfly Count This Weekend!

Junior Conservationists June 24th—North American Butterfly Association (NABA) Count  Pinery Provincial Park TBD *Registration Required* Open to Lambton Wildlife Inc Young Naturalist Club members only. To become a member and see the schedule of exciting events visit: www.lambtonwildlife.com/ Registration Required. Limited numbers permitted. Email or Contact Mike Kent Put your butterfly identification skills to the test while we try to count as many individuals and types of butterflies as we can in one day. Where to Meet TBD What to bring – insect net binoculars sunblock hat water butterfly guide map camera pen/pencil & notepad insect repellent (wash hands after…
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Are you a youth interested in nature? Join Our Young Naturalist Clubs!

Are you a youth interested in nature? Join Our Young Naturalist Clubs!

Lambton Wildlife Incorporated (LWI) has been protecting nature for over 50 years by bringing those with a love of nature together to work towards common goals in conservation, preservation, and protection of the natural environment in Lambton County. Through a range of programs and events we aim to foster an environment that encourages appreciating, learning, and teaching about the natural environment.  In order to continue the voice and values of LWI, we must reach out to our younger generation to provide them with positive experiences in nature. Why Connect Kids with Nature? Nature deficit disorder may be a coined phrase but the symptoms…
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