Amped about Amphibians (ages 6-11)

Amped about Amphibians (ages 6-11)

Spring has sprung and amphibians are hoping and crawling about. With the help of Kyle Williams Maajiigin Gumig Greenhouse Technician, learn about the lifestyles of the slippery and slimy while we search for search for frogs, salamanders, and so much more. New binoculars for free sign-out and spotting scope available for use during the outing thanks to a partnership between Vortex Canada, Nova Chemicals, and our club! We will be using our phones to engage children with technology for environmental science and conservation.  Ontario Nature’s Reptile and Amphibian Atlas app identifies Ontario’s reptiles and amphibians, lets you submit sightings with ease and stores…
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Young Nats! Slimes & Scales Outing This Weekend!

Young Nats! Slimes & Scales Outing This Weekend!

Young Naturalists June 17th—Slimes and Scales Moore Habitat Management Area 1pm-3pm Ssss! – slimy, scaly, secretive and species at risk! We have a diversity of reptiles and amphibians here but some can be hard to find. Learn some tips and tricks on how to find them and how to use your cell phone to be a part of science. Where to Meet Moore Habitat Management Area. What to bring – water sunblock and insect repellent (wash hands thoroughly after application for the sake of our amphibians) hat reptile/amphibian field guide Ontario Nature - Ontario Reptile and Amphibian Atlas (ORRA) App…
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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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Slimes and Scales Moore Habitat Management Area

Slimes and Scales Moore Habitat Management Area

Young Naturalists Ssss! – slimy, scaly, secretive and species at risk! We have a diversity of reptiles and amphibians here but some can be hard to find. Learn some tips and tricks on how to find them and how to use your cell phone to be a part of science. Where to Meet Moore Habitat Management Area. Bickford Line, Wilkesport. East of Kimball Sideroad. What to bring – water sunblock and insect repellent (wash hands thoroughly after application for the sake of our amphibians) hat reptile/amphibian field guide Ontario Nature - Ontario Reptile and Amphibian Atlas (ORRA) App (free -…
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