Introduction Ash trees (Fraxinus sp.) are a foundational tree species around Lake Couchiching and throughout the entire Great Lakes Region. They are observed in large numbers in a wide variety of ecosystems, including moist forests, meadows, alvars, floodplains and swamps. In aquatic ecosystems, the fallen leaves of many ash species …
Jump into spring with us: nine ways to honour our Earth
Spring has arrived, and there are so many ways to celebrate our beautiful planet during April, May and June: Passport to Nature 2024-25 program launch! Monday, April 22 We will be launching the 10th annual Passport to Nature program on Earth Day, with the digital booklet available for viewing on …
The Church Woods Nature Reserve: Protecting urban wild spaces
Walking through The Church Woods Nature Reserve on a spring day is a sublime experience. Spring ephemerals such as Blue Cohosh, Trout Lily, White Trillium, and Red Trillium colour the forest understory beautifully. If you look closely though, you’ll notice a few things are amiss, thick patches of invasive garlic …