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Last week we had a fossil making party with our friends @anc.nl as part of our #NatureHoodNL project!

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It's #WetlandWednesday which means it's time to me

It's #WetlandWednesday which means it's time to meet the woodland caribou and the snowshoe hare!

Woodland Caribou:
- Can be found in forests, peatlands and limestone barrens.
- Did you know Newfoundland is home to the southernmost caribou in the world?
- Caribou, called reindeer in Eurasia, are built for the wild—covered in thick fur and lightning-fast, they can run up to 80 km/h!
- Both males and females grow antlers. Which of Santa’s reindeer do you think most resembles a woodland caribou?

Snowshoe Hare:
- Can be found in boreal forests, uplands and wetlands.
- Named for their large feet that support them in the snow.
- Originally from Labrador, they were introduced to Newfoundland in 1860.
- They’re masters of disguise, they change coat seasonally - white in winter and reddish-brown in summer.
-These speedy hares can run up to 30 km/h. Good luck trying to catch them!

#WetlandWednesday
#Wetlands #WetlandAppreciation
#ExploreNL
#NatureNL
#NewfoundlandandLabrador

@FisheriesOceansCAN @AquaticConservationInititative

Fill your stockings with nature! Eight stickers an

Fill your stockings with nature! Eight stickers and one poster design feature Newfoundland and Labrador species, illustrated by local artist, Jamie Lewis @jmarie.lws

Posters $22.00 each
Stickers $5.00 each

You can pre-order a poster by sending an email to naturenl@naturenl.ca (all orders will be pick-up only).

Keep an eye for another announcement, as once the stickers are available for purchase, we will post more information!

#GivingTuesday #nature #newfoundlandandlabrador

Your donation allows us to provide free nature-bas

Your donation allows us to provide free nature-based programming to the people in our province. Thank you for your support. Donate to Nature Newfoundland & Labrador this Giving Tuesday.

#GivingTuesday #nature #newfoundlandandlabrador

Last week we had the chance to visit St. Mark’s

Last week we had the chance to visit St. Mark’s and Anthony Paddon Elementary to talk to students about wetlands, water quality, macroinvertebrates, Newfoundland biodiversity and riverbed management!

The most popular activity was our rapid “stream” assessment where the students were given their own personal stream and had to sample, sort and count the macroinvertebrate biodiversity 🪰🦟🪲🦗🪱🐌

This is part of a 3 year wetland project funded by @fisheriesoceanscan

#explorenl #wetlands #newfoundlandandlabrador #biodiversity

These are just some of the species we have observe

These are just some of the species we have observed during our Waterbird Surveys!

🦆The goal of the project is to collect baseline data of bird activity along the coastal regions of the Avalon Peninsula to inform oil spill preparedness and industrial development proposals.

We have survey spots in:
📍St. John’s Harbour
📍Quidi Vidi Lake
📍Long Pond Marina
📍Holyrood Marina
📍Bay Bulls Harbour

If this sounds like a project you’d be interested in volunteering with, email our Program Coordinator Jill at programs@naturenl.ca

#explorenl #birds #birdingnl #newfoundlandandlabrador #biology #seabirds

Last week we hosted an Insects for Kids event at t

Last week we hosted an Insects for Kids event at the Majorie Mews Library and had 15 kids attend!🐝🦋🐛

🐞The kids observed and handled live and preserved insects and spiders, learned about insect anatomy and life stages, and designed and built their own imaginary insects.

🕷️We also read a story called Nefertiti the Spidernaut together—a true story about a spider that traveled to the International Space Station and learned to hunt for flies in zero gravity.

Thanks to everyone who attended and to Majorie Mews for having us @nlpublibraries

#newfoundlandandlabrador #insects

Thank you to everyone who came out to our public t

Thank you to everyone who came out to our public talk on Thursday titled “Garter Snakes in Newfoundland” by Andrea Gigeroff. We had 20 people attend the online talk and learn about how garter snakes are semi-aquatic but likely did not swim over to the island, what they eat and what habitat they like🐍

Thank you Andrea!

#explorenl #snakes #newfoundlandandlabrador

Happy #WetlandWednesday Meet the Common Garter Sna

Happy #WetlandWednesday Meet the Common Garter Snake🐍

They usually have green, greyish-brown, or black bodies with three light stripes: one down their back and two on the sides. Their scales feel a bit rough because of a ridge in the center.

🌿They can be found in many places across Canada, like wetlands but they can also live in city parks and ditches. They love areas near water, where they hunt for frogs and other food. They arrived in Newfoundland after 2010 and can be spotted on the west coast.

❄️During the winter, garter snakes hibernate together in warm places, away from the frost. In the spring, males hang around these spots to mate with the females when they come out. They are most active during the day and eat things like frogs, earthworms, slugs, fish, small animals, and even bird eggs.

Even though they aren’t originally from Newfoundland, common garter snakes are great at adapting and can live alongside other wildlife and people! Learn more about garter snakes in the province at our public talk on November 21st!

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#wetlandwednesday #wetlandappreciation #snakes #reptiles #wetlands #newfoundland

🐸For the month of November we will be spending

🐸For the month of November we will be spending #WetlandWednesday learning more about amphibians and reptiles in the province - and today we are meeting the green frog.

🐍To start, no amphibians or reptiles are native to the island of Newfoundland, although there are a few species found in Labrador (for example the Blue Spotted Salamander).

🪲Green frogs can be green, brown, or olive and often sport dark spots and banded legs. These frogs are active day and night, hunting a wide range of prey, from beetles to other small frogs!

🌿Green frogs are often found in three main types of aquatic habitats: temporary wetlands, streams, and swamps. They prefer areas with high soil moisture, some woody debris, and fewer trees, with water cover being essential.

❄️In the winter they go through what’s called brumation, which means they find a nice spot in mud underwater where the temperature never goes below freezing and there’s plenty of oxygen until spring.

🥚Females lay up to 5,000 eggs in floating clusters, which hatch within a week. Tadpoles overwinter and reach maturity in 1-2 years. They can live 4 to 5 years.

❗️Threats: Though adaptable, green frogs face threats from the loss of wetlands and shorelines that are their habitats to pollution, road mortality, pesticides and herbicides, higher temperatures and diseases like ranavirus.

🐸Green frogs may be common, but they remind us of the importance of preserving wetlands for all wildlife!

#WetlandWednesday
#Wetlands #WetlandAppreciation
#ExploreNL
#NatureNL
#NewfoundlandandLabrador
#Frogs
#Amphibians

@FisheriesOceansCAN @AquaticConservationInititative

Calling all high schoolers in Newfoundland and Lab

Calling all high schoolers in Newfoundland and Labrador! Our Wild Things Scholarship application is now open 🌞

To submit your application you must: 1) Fill out the Application Form on our website and 2) Get a reference to fill out the Reference Form on our website. Deadline is March 31st, 2025.

#ExploreNL #NewfoundlandandandLabrador #NatureNL #NLschools #NLteachers

Unwrap the Gift of Nature on Our Holiday Hike! 🎁

Join our staff and board members for an enchanting guided hike in the woods of Pippy Park and satisfy your curiosity this holiday season! As we meander through the trails, we'll share festive nature tales, and indulge in some delightful seasonal snacks. Don't forget to bundle up for the chilly weather, and remember to pack your holiday spirit. We encourage you to bring a thermos or mug for a warm beverage – it's the perfect way to stay toasty on the trails with some provided hot chocolate! ☕️🌲❄️

This adventure is perfect for all ages, so bring the whole family!

Join us for an afternoon full of insect-fun for ki

Join us for an afternoon full of insect-fun for kids at the Marjorie Mews Library on Thursday, November 21st at 3:30pm. Please note that there's limited seating available and that you need to register in advance.

*Registration is required*
You can register by phone at 737-3020 or email MarjorieMews-Programming@nlpl.ca.

Join Nature NL for our Monthly Public Talk (online

Join Nature NL for our Monthly Public Talk (online only): Gartersnakes in Newfoundland - how did they get here, and how will they affect the native ecosystem?

About the talk:
There are no native reptiles on the island of Newfoundland. In recent years, however, Common Gartersnakes (Thamnophis sirtalis) have been observed on the island, with breeding populations documented as far back as 2010.

About the speaker:
Andrea Gigeroff, a PhD student at Laurentian University, seeks to understand where the snakes came from, what they are eating on the island, and whether the behaviour of invasive snakes differs from that of snakes in their native range. Her research will answer questions about how gartersnakes were introduced to the island and how they impact the native ecosystem, and about how invasive species adapt to new habitats.

The Zoom link can be found under the Events tab on Facebook!

Join us for a family-friendly guided hike on Novem

Join us for a family-friendly guided hike on November 16th where we will chat all things nature! We will meet at the Fluvarium parking lot before continuing as a group to the Long Pond Walking Trail. All ages are welcome!

📣We have exciting news! Our team is growing, so

📣We have exciting news! Our team is growing, so we thought proper introductions were in order➡️

[2] Meet our newest team member, Sheridan! As Nature NL’s new Environmental Educator, Sheridan will be running our NatureHood program and several of our public events. #NatureHoodNL

[3] You might have met Alexis at previous Nature NL events - she’s been volunteering with Nature NL since April, 2024. Thanks to @CSCNL and #AMPLIFY2024, Alexis is now joining our team for three months as a Conservation Intern.

[4] Lorna joined Nature NL’s team in October as our first Conservation Intern. She’s working on developing outreach for our various programs. Lorna will be with us until the end of the year. A big thank you to YWCA for supporting this internship!

[5] Abbie joined the team as the Entomology Intern at @The Rooms and Nature NL in May 2024 and will complete their internship in November. Abbie has played a key part in our insect trapping and outreach over the summer. They are now working on further exciting collaborations between The Rooms and Nature NL (stay tuned for announcements).

[6] Our Program Coordinator, Jill, joined Nature NL back in May. She’s our favorite puffinologist and oversees our Waterbird Monitoring Program and works tirelessly on promoting our province’s beautiful wetlands!

[7] Nature NL’s Insect Coordinator Catherine has been part of the team for a while. Catherine has been instrumental in developing our Insect Monitoring Program. She really knows how to Make a Buzz about Bugs.

[8] Our Executive Director, Marie Louise, has been in her role since August 2021, overseeing the multitude of programs and events that Nature NL offers. She has a background in human-environment interactions, which is apparent because she is a pro in fostering nature appreciation and community. Seriously, it’s contagious.

#newfoundlandandlabrador #nature #explorenl #getoutside

This is the last #WetlandWednesday of THIS month.

This is the last #WetlandWednesday of THIS month. Last week we discussed the threats that migratory birds face and this week we are going to talk about how YOU can help -> swipe through to find out!

Every action counts, no matter how small!

📸: @birdtherocknl

#WetlandWednesday
#Wetlands #WetlandAppreciation
#ExploreNL
#NatureNL
#NewfoundlandandLabrador

@FisheriesOceansCAN @AquaticConservationInititative

Over the past few months, Nature NL has been a par

Over the past few months, Nature NL has been a part of the Capacity Check-Up project led by Sustainable Capacity Solutions (SCS)! This initiative focuses on assessing and enhancing the capabilities of environmental groups to advance sustainability efforts.

We are grateful to the Trottier Family Foundation and SCS for enabling our participation and supporting our organizational growth. We will be focusing on implementing new practices and procedures around organizational governance with the support of the services and resources provided by Sustainable Capacity Solutions. As a result of these efforts we hope to see a direct improvement in our work and projects!

Part 4: Our monthly species highlight continues wi

Part 4: Our monthly species highlight continues with threats to migratory birds of Newfoundland and Labrador🐤🦆🐦

Many migratory birds, like the endangered Piping Plover and the vulnerable Lesser Yellowlegs, face serious threats. As human activities increase with urbanization, they’re losing their habitat, pushing these birds to the edge. Wetlands, beaches, and forests—their vital stopover points—are disappearing or becoming polluted with pesticides and waste. 😔

Climate change is also altering their migratory paths, with warming temperatures disrupting ecosystems they depend on. Together, these threats put countless species at risk. Recognizing these threats is the first step to protecting and conserving a species. Check back in next week to see how you can help!

📸: @birdtherocknl

#WetlandWednesday
#Wetlands #WetlandAppreciation
#ExploreNL
#NatureNL
#NewfoundlandandLabrador
#Birds
#NLBirding

@FisheriesOceansCAN @AquaticConservationInititative

Last week Anne Conover shared her experiences hiki

Last week Anne Conover shared her experiences hiking the Appalachian trail for more than 7 years and what it means when the trail is your home 🐾

Anne shared stories about being part of research projects, sleeping on the snow, and what she brings with her on her journey (including pesto!). She told stories about the kindness of the people she met along her way - and how Newfoundlanders and Labradorians were particularly kind (and good at giving direction!) 🫐❄️

A big thank you to everyone who joined us online for an evening full of adventures.

#natureforall #ExploreNL #NatureHoodNL #NatureNL #NewfoundlandandandLabrador

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