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March 2007
Family Climate Action: Fun Things Kids Can Do to Help the Planet
There are many things your family can do around the house to reduce energy consumption and lower greenhouse gas emissions, one of the main contributors to global warming. Get the entire family involved with these three fun activities!
Can You Imagine Life Without Some of Your Favourite Birds?
Take Action! If the summer breeding grounds for over 300 of North America’s bird species remains unprotected, we could lose some of these amazing birds forever. The Boreal Forest is one of the largest unspoiled ecosystems left on Earth and it is under threat! Tell Canadian officials to protect the pristine Boreal Forest.
Species Spotlight: Burrowing Owl
Like little owls on stilts, burrowing owls are unlike most owls in many ways, yet their unique habitat and behaviours have helped lead to their endangered status. Learn more about the Burrowing Owl.
Uphill Battle for Mountain Caribou
British Columbia’s old growth conifer forests are disappearing…and taking the mountain caribou with them. Clear cut logging of the province’s old growth conifer forests, and an influx of winter thrill-seekers atop all-terrain vehicles and snowmobiles, have helped to push the mountain caribou population down to under 2,000. Does the province have a recovery plan?
Seeing the Forest For the Trees
Canadians are talking about how to win the fight against climate change. While many tactics provide significant environmental and economic benefits, we are forgetting about one of our most important allies in the global warming battle: Trees. Nature Canada Conservation Director Mara Kerry shares her thoughts about trees and climate change. Read it now!
What’s on the Nature Canada Bookshelf?
Bird Songs, 250 North American Birds in Song by Les Beletsky
Bird Songs is no mere coffee table book. How could one produce an ordinary coffee table book that does justice to the amazing range of vocalizations that come from our bird species? Read more.
Take the Voyage of a Lifetime
Celebrate International Polar Year aboard the M/S Explorer with BirdLife’s Honorary Ambassadors, Graeme Gibson and Margaret Atwood. Experience the beauty of Greenland and Canada’s eastern Arctic. See spectacular landscapes and wildlife, including the elusive Ivory Gull. Proceeds help support global bird conservation.
Date: August 18-29, 2007
For details call: Jodi Joy at 1-800-267-4088 ext. 239
Green List: the Weird and Wonderful World of Nature This Month
Colossal squid, recycling snakes, super-speed bird songs, and exotic new species. Almost sounds like science fiction on March's Green List!
Photo of the Month
The Caribbean is a popular place for warm weather getaways, but what happens when a new resort threatens a critically endangered bird? Find out in March's Photo of the Month.
Around the Bend
Are you interested in getting involved with nature-related events in your area? Check out our calendar to see what's coming up, or submit details for your event. See the calendar now. |
