Events Calendar
The Passport to Nature program will launch in April! We will notify supporters through our e-newsletter. Sign up at the bottom of this page. lEARN ABOUT THE PROGRAM HERE.
Keep an eye on the volunteer page as well for training dates and job opportunities. lEARN MORE HERE.
april, 2021
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April 9 (Friday) 9:00 am - May 31 (Monday) 5:00 pm
15apr1:30 pm3:30 pmAmbassador Training
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In this training session, Joelle will be going over plans for the Ambassador Program this year, new jobs, helpful tips to engage the public, how to stay safe when volunteering
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In this training session, Joelle will be going over plans for the Ambassador Program this year, new jobs, helpful tips to engage the public, how to stay safe when volunteering and more!
Whether you are a new ambassador to the program or you are an ambassador who has already volunteered, you are welcome to attend this training session!
This training session will take place over Zoom and you will be required to watch a video before the session.
If you are interested in attending this training session, please email Joelle at engage@couchconservancy.ca
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(Thursday) 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
16apr01novPassport to Nature Kids' Activity: Tree ID
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Date: April-November 1st Tree ID Leader: Self-guided This is a downloadable activity that is self-guided. Our region is full of different tree species and learning how to identify
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Date: April-November 1st
Tree ID
Leader: Self-guided
This is a downloadable activity that is self-guided.
Our region is full of different tree species and learning how to identify them makes for a fun skill to have when out exploring! Through this activity, kids will learn about local tree species, how to identify them, and examine what trees they can find close to their home.
Complete this activity at a local Nature Reserve, green space close to you (park, wetland, forest, etc.), or your backyard!
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/151213342177
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April 16 (Friday) 9:00 am - November 1 (Monday) 5:00 pm
16apr01novPassport to Nature Kids' Activity: Nature Detective
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Date: April-November 1st Nature Detective Leader: Self-guided This is a downloadable activity that is self-guided. Become a nature detective! Grab your binoculars, magnifying glass, or anything you need
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Date: April-November 1st
Nature Detective
Leader: Self-guided
This is a downloadable activity that is self-guided.
Become a nature detective! Grab your binoculars, magnifying glass, or anything you need to have an adventure! This downloadable activity gets kids out searching high and low for specific natural features along the trail.
Complete this activity at a local Nature Reserve, green space close to you (park, wetland, forest, etc.), or your backyard!
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/151209197781
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April 16 (Friday) 9:00 am - November 1 (Monday) 5:00 pm
22apr7:00 pmThe Power of Your Money: Does Your Wallet Have a Conscience?
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The Couchiching Conservancy and Sustainable Orillia are partners in their commitment and actions to do what we can to protect our natural environment and quality of life for generations to
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The Couchiching Conservancy and Sustainable Orillia are partners in their commitment and actions to do what we can to protect our natural environment and quality of life for generations to come. As Earth Day 2021 approaches we are pleased to participate with Sustainable Orillia in an exciting event that focuses on ‘sustainable investing’, a growing trend in the financial community. It is one action individuals can take to tackle climate change and makes sense for many reasons; environmental, economical and ethical.
Join us for an informative evening, featuring the film Our Planet: Too Big to Fail, followed by analysis and insights from our expert panel on how the ‘Power of Your Money’ can to do good for our planet’s future.
Hosted by Jackie Ramler, a Portfolio Manager and Branch Manager at Raymond James Executive Wealth Advisors (Barrie)
Featuring expert panelists:
Jessica Bentley-Jacobs (Sustainable Director for Hydro One)
Florin Pendea (Associate Professor of Sustainability Sciences, Lakehead University)
Mark Bisset (Executive Director, Couchiching Conservancy)
It’s an event you won’t want to miss.
Start making your money work for you AND for the future of our community. Join us on Earth Day and register today for the webinar at www.sustainableorillia.ca to save your spot.
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(Thursday) 7:00 pm
23apr7:00 pmPassport to Nature: Invasive Plants & What’s In Your Backyard?
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Date: Fri, Apr 23 7:00 pm Invasive Plants & What’s In Your Backyard? Leader: David Hawke This is a Zoom presentation with a maximum of 100 log ins Dave Hawke is a qualified invasive
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Date: Fri, Apr 23 7:00 pm
Invasive Plants & What’s In Your Backyard?
Leader: David Hawke
This is a Zoom presentation with a maximum of 100 log ins
Dave Hawke is a qualified invasive species control officer. Dave will teach you how to identify the common invasive plants in this area, give a little history about their arrival, and explain the best time and method for their removal or control. If you have some acreage, you don’t want to miss this webinar.
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/147676375013
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(Friday) 7:00 pm
25apr1:30 pm3:30 pmAmbassador Training
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In this training session, Joelle will be going over plans for the Ambassador Program this year, new jobs, helpful tips to engage the public, how to stay safe when volunteering
Event Details
In this training session, Joelle will be going over plans for the Ambassador Program this year, new jobs, helpful tips to engage the public, how to stay safe when volunteering and more!
Whether you are a new ambassador to the program or you are an ambassador who has already volunteered, you are welcome to attend this training session!
This training session will take place over Zoom and you will be required to watch a video before the session.
If you are interested in attending this training session, please email Joelle at engage@couchconservancy.ca
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(Sunday) 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
28apr7:00 pmPassport to Nature: Reptile Identification
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Date: Wed, Apr 28 7:00 pm Reptile Identification Leader: Jeff Hathaway This is a Zoom presentation with a maximum of 100 log ins Join Jeff Hathaway,
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Date: Wed, Apr 28 7:00 pm
Reptile Identification
Leader: Jeff Hathaway
This is a Zoom presentation with a maximum of 100 log ins
Join Jeff Hathaway, the founder of Scales Nature Park, who has one of the most complete live collections of reptiles and amphibians in Canada. Jeff will share fascinating facts about how to identify turtles and snakes, what to watch out for while exploring outdoors this spring, and what we can do to help protect them.
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/148942012569
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(Wednesday) 7:00 pm