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Gannets abandon chicks at Cape St. Mary’s…again

Yet again parental Northern Gannets are abandoning their chicks at Cape St. Mary's - an event very reminiscent of the 2012 abandonment with almost the same timing. Like 2012, there…

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Nature and natural flood control in the heart of St. John’s: Long Pond and Rennie’s River

Nature Newfoundland and Labrador and Friends are celebrating this valuable part of our natural environment with an evening walk along the shores of Long Pond and part of Rennie’s River.…

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Comments on Rennies River Catchment Stormwater Management Plan

by J. D. Jacobs and R. J. Gibson Nature Newfoundland and Labrador “(In future planning and development) it will be necessary to keep in mind the location of land uses…

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Annual Charlie Horwood Memorial Pink Lady Slipper Orchid Walk

Delayed due to lateness of spring this year… New date: Thursday evening, June 26, 2014, 6:30 pm. Rain or shine! Meet at the MUN Vivarium Parking Lot, off Mount Scio…

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Whale Festival | Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site and Petty Harbour Mini Aquarium

Every year thousands of whales migrate to the waters off the east coast of Newfoundland and Labrador to feed. The Cape Spear - Petty Harbour region annually witnesses hundreds of…

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A Steward’s Perspective on the Avalon Wilderness Reserve

Public Lecture by Aaron O’Brien   Aaron O’Brien grew up in Cape Broyle on the Southern Shore of the Avalon Peninsula. He has a passion for wilderness areas and has…

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Annual NatureNL Long Pond Clean-up

Nature Newfoundland and Labrador will hold our annual clean-up of Long Pond on Saturday, May 10, 2014, starting at 10:00 a.m. Meet behind the “Splash” facility on the south side…

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Owl Walk at Butter Pot

Have you ever went owl watching? On April 27th, haul on some warm clothing and your rubber boots and join Park Manager Keith Brown for a late excursion of Butter…

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Nature NL April Talks @ The Rooms

Twice a year Nature NL collaborates with The Rooms to present talks on aspects of local natural history. These talks replace our regular third Thursday of the month ones. The…

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Newfoundland and Labrador Nocturnal Owl Survey

Calling all Owlers!  Bird Studies Canada would like to coordinate a volunteer Nocturnal Owl Survey (http://www.birdscanada.org/volunteer/natowls/) in Newfoundland and Labrador this spring  (April/May 2014).  First we need to know if…

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Happy #BirdFactFriday Bird conservation truly tak Happy #BirdFactFriday  Bird conservation truly takes a village, here are some ways you can get involved and make a difference!  This media is part of our Birding Without Barriers program, supported by NatureHood, a Nature Canada initiative.  #NatureHood #Birding #ebird #birdcount #BirdConservation
We will be out of office from December 19th - Janu We will be out of office from December 19th - January 2nd. 
See you all again in the New Year!  Happy holidays from Nature NL! ❄
Happy #WetlandWednesday! We rely on healthy wetla Happy #WetlandWednesday!  We rely on healthy wetlands for many important benefits, from food sources and recreational spaces to protection against natural disasters.  Let’s keep the conversation going about how we enjoy and value wetland spaces.  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 #Conservation #Wetlandrestoration #Migratorybirdsites #AmericanEel #AERF
Join us on January 15th for a public talk on: Expl Join us on January 15th for a public talk on: Exploring the "lost years" of life in young Leach's storm-petrels.  Eleanor Gnam will be joining us to talk about her work with Leach's Storm-petrels.  Check out the event here for more details: https://www.facebook.com/share/17TGUzh72K/  #PublicTalk #Leachsstormpetrels #Seabirds #NatureNL
Thank you all for braving the cold with us on Satu Thank you all for braving the cold with us on Saturday joining us for our annual holiday hike and social at Pippy Park! ❄  #HolidayHike #Winter #ExploreNL #PippyPark  #NatureNL
We’re seeking Bank Swallow sightings across Newf We’re seeking Bank Swallow sightings across Newfoundland!  We are collecting both new and historical observations from the public to help create a province-wide sightings list. Our goal is to later confirm and possibly monitor these breeding sites.  This information will support efforts to monitor Bank Swallow populations by collecting bassline data, as this species is currently listed as at risk and up-to-date information on confirmed nesting sites are limited.  Bank Swallows nest on sandy, near-vertical slopes (steeper than 70°), typically along riverbanks or natural coastal bluffs. They also make use of human-made habitats such as gravel pits, quarry's, road cuts, and other exposed sandy faces.  Historical data shows many former nesting locations across the province that are no longer being monitored. While we know there is excellent ongoing work on the island’s West Coast, we’re hoping to learn more about sightings outside that region as well with particular interest in but not limited to the Avalon Peninsula.  If you’ve seen Bank Swallows whether recently or in the past we would love to hear from you! Your observations can help fill critical knowledge gaps and support conservation efforts. 
Please contact us as naturenl@naturenl.ca with any information you may have along with supporting information such as location, date, and photos if they are available.  Find out more about Bank Swallows here: https://www.canada.ca/en/environment-climate-change/services/species-risk-public-registry/residence-descriptions/bank-swallow.html  #BirdFactFriday #NatureNL #NatureCanada #NatureHood #VolunteerScience #Newfoundland #BirdsNL
You've heard of Elf on the shelf... But have you h You've heard of Elf on the shelf... But have you heard of...  Can you guess the combos?  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 #Waterfowl #Aquatic #Conservation #AERF #WetlandWednesday
On Saturday, we joined the Guides for a fun, hands On Saturday, we joined the Guides for a fun, hands-on bird learning morning! ❄️🦉
With the trails too icy to trek, we brought the adventure indoors turning it into a cozy day of games, learning, and bird-themed fun.  Here’s what we got up to:
🔹 Played bird-themed games.
🔹 Practiced using binoculars and explored different types of scopes.
🔹 Learned the difference between bird songs and calls, and listened to examples.
🔹 Tried making our own bird calls. (some were surprisingly impressive!)
🔹 Discovered different types of bird flight, like flapping, soaring, and gliding.  This program is part of our Birding Without Barriers program, supported by NatureHood, a @naturecanada_ initiative.  #BirdsOfNL #NLNature #Birding #BirdWatchers #ExploreNL #NatureLovers #AtlanticCanada #BirdNerd #NatureFacts #BirdEducation #ConservationCanada
Happy #BirdFactFriday Here are some simple ways y Happy #BirdFactFriday  Here are some simple ways you can create a bird friendly backyard!  All these natural materials have two things in common, they all provide a habitat and a food source. Small changes can make a big difference for local birds!  ✨ Minimize non-native grass lawns by planting native plants like White Meadowsweet (Spiraea alba var. latifolia) and Rough-Stemmed Goldenrod (Solidago rugosa). These offer shelter, nesting material, and nutritious seeds. Leaving plants gone to seed as noted in the image help provide a food source and nesting materials.  🌳 Keep dead standing trees when safe! Snags are valuable nesting sites and rich food sources.  🍂 Leave leaf litter + twig piles, especially in winter. They create cozy hideaways for birds and support the insects they rely on.  Make your backyard a haven for wildlife one natural choice at a time! 🌱🐦  This media is part of our Birding Without Barriers program, supported by NatureHood, a Nature Canada initiative.  #BirdsOfNL #NLNature #Birding #BirdWatchers #ExploreNL  #NatureLovers #AtlanticCanada #BirdNerd #NatureFacts #BirdEducation #ConservationCanada
Unwrap the Gift of Nature at 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!  Directions: Turn onto Allandale road, go under the TCH overpass, you'll come to the end of Allandale road that leads to a trail head. Park on either side of the road.  Google maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/BaDRAD9FJ9KCCBUM6  #Holidayhike #Nature #EventsNL
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