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Read more about the article The Call Of The Wild

The Call Of The Wild

With Forager And Chef Lori McCarthy   Posted March 5, 2019 You Can Eat The Woods For Dinner Lori McCarthy gets excited about food. Wild food, traditional food, the food…

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An Easier Way To Learn The Language Of Birds

Posted January 7, 2019 I wouldn't stop talking about one of my favourite apps, so the editor of The Osprey asked me to write about it. I use it myself,…

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Read more about the article Membership Package

Membership Package

Support Nature NL with this limited edition membership package! This package features: a 2019 Nature NL membershipan enamel pina handy reusable tote bagand an optional t-shirt Both the t-shirt and…

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5 Neat Things about Microplants

Posted November 27, 2018 Gene Herzberg recently gave a beautiful Nature NL talk about plants of the Limestone Barrens of Newfoundland and Labrador. The adaptations that these plants have developed…

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Outport Chronicles: A Weekend in Grates Cove, NL

Photos by Sara Jenkins & John Jamieson This chilly winter weather has us thinking back on some of the fun we had before the snows hit.  This October, as a…

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Researcher Spotlight Series: Michelle Fitzsimmons

By Michelle Fitzsimmons, Memorial University Posted November 19, 2018 Editor’s Note: In our Research Spotlight Series we shine a light on exciting research in our province. In this post we…

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2018 Wild Things Scholarship Winners

  The 2018 Wild Things Scholarship competition received 15 applications from around the province; 9 applications were complete.  Rita Anderson coordinated the competition, while Sara Jenkins, Jennifer Sullivan and Tara…

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2018 Wild Things Scholarship Winners

The Wild Things Scholarship recognizes the enthusiasm and efforts of post-secondary students whose volunteer activities have helped conserve or enhance nature in Newfoundland and Labrador. The award was funded by Wildland Tours…

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Moth Walls: Living Placards for Biodiversity

By Joe Bowden, Research Scientist, Natural Resources Canada, Canadian Forest Service, Corner Brook, NL Posted October 26, 2018 My good friend and colleague Marianne Graversen in Aarhus, Denmark first introduced me to…

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Add Your Voice for Coastal Restoration in Newfoundland and Labrador

By Sara Jenkins Posted October 15, 2018 For our speaker series last month, GIS and conservation planning consultant Randal Greene  spoke about his current work with the World Wildlife Fund…

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Love thrives like a wetland, diverse, resilient, a Love thrives like a wetland, diverse, resilient, and full of life 💚
Tag someone you care about and send them some wetland valentine love 🌱💕  This media is supported by Aquatic Ecosystems Restoration Fund (AERF) made possible by @fisheriesoceanscan  in efforts of restoration and conservation of aquatic ecosystems in partnership with 
@aquaticconservationinitiative  #Wetlands #Valentinescard #Nature #Ecology #AERF #TagAfriend #Biodiversity #NatureMemes
We’re excited to share that our annual ENGO Summ We’re excited to share that our annual ENGO Summit is returning this spring April 16-18, 2026  Previously known as the ENGO Conference, this 4th annual gathering returns as ENGO Summit NL, a name that better reflects our focus on collaboration and collective action.  This year our theme is “Forging Shared Paths” to highlight our commitment to building capacity and finding innovative solutions for the environment and our communities. We aim to bring together environmental non-governmental organizations from across the province, along with partners and others dedicated to conservation and community well-being, to:
Connect and strengthen relationships
Share knowledge and best practices  Explore new ways to work together on shared challenges
Please save the date and stay tuned for additional details in the coming days, including registration and the full agenda, which will be available soon on our landing page: https://lnkd.in/ebg2E22n.  We hope you’ll join us in making this year’s summit another meaningful step forward for the sector!  Event Locations:  April 16–17
Arts Wellness Heritage Community Site
5 R.C. Church Drive
Portugal Cove–St. Philip’s, NL (A1M 0G5)  April 18
The Fluvarium
5 Nagle’s Place
St. John’s, NL (A1B 2Z2)  We would also like to take this opportunity to share our sincere thanks to the Wellness Coalition Avalon East, whose funding support helped make this event possible.  We look forward to gathering with ENGOs from across the province this spring.  Partners: 
@sam_stewardship 
@aquaticconservationinitiative 
@fluvarium 
@birds_canada_atlantic 
@indianbayecosystem
Happy World Wetlands Day! 💧🦆🐸 To celebra Happy World Wetlands Day! 💧🦆🐸  To celebrate the wetlands in our province, we are launching our second annual wetland photo contest!  Enter to win prizes valued at $120, publication in our 2026 Wetland Calendar and a feature in our annual photo night.  Anyone can submit, but the photos must capture Newfoundland and Labrador wetlands! Head over to our website to read the detailed instructions and conditions on our website. Look for "Wetland Photo Contest" under the
"Wetlands" tab.  Website: https://naturenl.ca/wetland-photo-contest/  #wetlands #worldwetlandsday #nature #newfoundlandandlabrador
Calling all educators! February 2 is World Wetland Calling all educators! February 2 is World Wetlands Day, and we’re excited to share a lesson plan to help you incorporate wetland education into your classroom.  In partnership with EcoSchools Canada, we’ve developed this curriculum resource to support nature-based education. You can invite our team into your classroom to participate in hands-on wetland activities, or you’re welcome to deliver the lesson independently.  Educators across Canada can also access a wide range of nature-based lesson plans through EcoSchools Canada. Visit ecoschools.ca to become a EcoSchools certified classroom or school!  #EchoScools #WorldWetlandDay
Roses are red 🌹 Violets are blue 💙 Bird cour Roses are red 🌹
Violets are blue 💙
Bird courtship is wild 🐦
Come learn a thing or two 🦆  Join Nature NL and our experienced naturalists for a free virtual, Bird Learning Night about Avian Mating Systems.  Join virtually via Zoom: 
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82479812402?pwd=1mcVbsvX7RuNzInhpgbSvrTkDNQDKZ.1  Nature NL would like to thank Nature Hood a @naturecanada_  Initiative for supporting our Bird Learning Nights.  #BirdFactFriday
Love is in the air… and so are the birds! 💘🐦
Join us February 14th from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM for a Valentine’s Day Backyard Bird Count at Bowring Park!  We will be meeting at the Peter Pan statue next to the duck pond.
Fall in love with nature as we count as many birds as we can together. Explore the park with a guided group or explore the park solo.  💞 Open to all ages & experience levels
🔍 Bird ID resources provided
🔭 Binoculars available (bring your own if you have them!)  Bring a friend, a partner, or treat yourself to some quality time with nature this Valentine’s Day. 💌🌲  We will have an "outdoor" prize and hot chocolate on site come packed with a thermos!  This event has been planned and brought to you by Stewardship Association of Municipalities Inc and Nature Newfoundland and Labrador in support with Nature Canada's NatureHood initiative.  Registration link: https://forms.gle/SMUN7KgDHMMtz44w5
We joined @unionhousearts and asked folks what nat We joined @unionhousearts and asked folks what nature ment to them in one word! What is nature to you in one word?  #explorenl #nature #natureappreciation #wetlands #community
On Saturday, we joined @unionhousearts in Port Un On Saturday, we joined @unionhousearts  in Port Union for a guided wetland and coastal snowshoe, followed up by a cozy boil-up social! ❄️🌿
Thank you to everyone who joined us, it was a wonderful day exploring nature together and sharing such a strong sense of community.  This event was supported by Aquatic Ecosystems Restoration Fund (AERF) made possible by @fisheriesoceanscan  in efforts of restoration and conservation of aquatic ecosystems in partnership with 
@aquaticconservationinitiative  #ExploreNL #Wetlands #Naturewalks #AERF #WinterRec #WildNL
Unfortunately, we will be postponing tomorrow nigh Unfortunately, we will be postponing tomorrow night’s Bird Learning Night. We’ll be announcing a rescheduled date in the coming days. Thank you for your understanding!
From classrooms and museums to the great outdoors, From classrooms and museums to the great outdoors, Environmental education is something we are passionate about!  Our programs connect individuals with nature, inspire habitat stewardship and spark curiosity about future careers in STEM. Nature Newfoundland and Labrador offers free environmental education programs to schools and youth groups across the province.  Interested in having us visit your classroom or youth group? Contact us at naturenl@naturenl.ca  #WorldEnvironmentalEducationDay #STEM #HabitatStewardship
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