In celebration of our beautiful county and Canada 150 we invite all photographers to send their best pics of back road nature scenery in Oxford County. Deadline is October 31st, 2017.
Submit your photos of Nature taken in Oxford County: Landscapes, Wildlife, Wildflowers, Insects, Close-ups of Nature.
Please send photos to: ingersolldistrictnatureclub@gmail.com in pdf format.
If you have questions, contact us by email or contact Rob at 519-608-3032.
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This year’s Earth Hour takes place on Saturday, March 25 at 8:30 pm. For more information about how you can take part, visit https://www.earthhour.org/
Visit Earth Hour 2017’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/events/245738609170454/
No matter where you are in the World, there are Earth Hour events taking place near you, visit http://www.earthhour.org/map to find a local event.
From the David Suzuki Foundation website:
“We’re starting to turn a corner away from the indiscriminate use of these harmful chemicals. But we need to pick up the pace.
Health Canada has proposed to phase out the commonly used neonic pesticide imidacloprid within three to five years and has launched special reviews of other neonics registered for use in Canada.”
Read more at: http://action2.davidsuzuki.org/neonics
Ingersoll – January 3, 2017 – The Ingersoll District Nature Club (IDNC) is proud to announce its 65th anniversary in 2017! This anniversary year also coincides with Canada 150, and in celebration, club members will be promoting nature throughout 2017 with free events, including:
In celebration of our beautiful county, our anniversary and Canada 150, IDNC invites all photographers to send their best photos of Oxford County back roads scenery. With an extended deadline of October 13th, 2017 (at 5:00 p.m.) we hope nature buffs and photographers alike will capture some stunning shots across the seasons. Prizes will be awarded. Full details may be found on our website.
Over the past four years, residents of Oxford County have directed over 77,000 letters to Queen’s Park as part of a campaign to stop a mega-dump from coming to our region. The proposed landfill would receive 850,000 metric tonnes of garbage annually from across Ontario for a 20-year period, potentially contaminating groundwater and endangering vulnerable species.
Download and read a special insert from the January 2017 issue of the Oxford People Against the Landfill’s newsletter.
“Across the globe, freshwater wildlife populations have declined 81 per cent over the past four decades. That’s more than twice the population decline for land-based or ocean wildlife. In Canada, some of those freshwater species at risk include Atlantic salmon, white sturgeon, freshwater mussels, nooksack dace, the northern leopard frog, and seven of eight freshwater turtle species (including Blanding’s, spotted and wood turtles).”
IDNC naturalist Don Bucknell dispersing Milkweed seeds into the wind, at the Port Rowan Wetlands.
The Ingersoll District Nature Club is interested in the development and preservation of nature in Oxford County and is the formal steward of the 36 acre (15 ha) Lawson Nature Reserve, south of Ingersoll on McBeth Road. The club meets monthly from September to June, with most meetings held out of doors – where the best nature-inspired learning occurs! The Club has over 20 activities planned for both children and adults throughout the year. For more information visit our website at www.ingersollnatureclub.com
Started in 1952 by Harry Sivyer, a local naturalist, and joined by other interested citizens, the group has prospered over the past 65 years. The club’s crowning achievement is the its stewardship of the Lawson Nature Reserve, south of Ingersoll in South-West Oxford, which is now owned by Ontario Nature, having been bequeathed by the family of Dr. John Lawson, a prominent member of the club.
Join us in a nature walk or other community activity. Please see our Club Activities for details of our planned hikes and meetings through our programming year. Our group typically meets monthly, in informal gatherings, to enjoy outings in nature areas in and adjacent to Oxford County.
We are involved in:
So please, take a look around our site. You can see what we are all about, the activities that we offer, our signature trails and more. If you’re interested in becoming a member, you can click here.
Also please find IDNC articles and content in the OPAL Newsletter published by Oxford People Against the Landfill.
Happy Trails!
This summer grab your cameras, head outside, and explore all the beauty Oxford has to offer.
The Ingersoll District Nature Club is pleased to announce our 3rd Annual Photo Contest, open to residents of Oxford County. This year’s theme is “Go with the Flow in Oxford County“, in celebration of our many waterways, lakes and wetlands and the natural world they support. The focus should be on preservation of our remaining natural resources.
Whether you choose to go for a hike, take a ride in a canoe, or simply enjoy discovering what’s hiding in your own backyard pond; there is so much to see and do in this naturally diverse county we call home. While you’re out, why not capture the amazing sights and share your photos with us!
Commencing on June 1st, please submit your best photos to us by email or mail. Our contest will run all summer with entries accepted until October 11th at 5:00 p.m.
Oxford County photographers of all ages and skill levels are invited to submit their photos (maximum of 6 per person) either in electronic or traditional print format by the deadline. Featuring three age categories: 12 and under, 13-18 years of age and 19 and over, the top winner in each category will have the chance to win prizes from local businesses, with the winning photos featured on our website and in local media.
Electronic submissions can be emailed to ingersolldistrictnatureclub@gmail.com. Print submissions can be sent, along with a self-addressed stamped envelope to Ingersoll District Nature Club Photography Contest, c/o 205 George Street, Ingersoll, Ontario N5C 1Z5. Applicants should identify the location of each of their photos.
Take moment to look at last year’s winning photos. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact us through email at: ingersolldistrictnatureclub@gmail.com.
We look forward to seeing your photos – Happy shooting! Have a great summer.
The IDNC has been busy again, with 2 immensely successful, back-to-back events: Live Flying Birds of Prey (Feb. 18) and Lawson in Winter (Feb. 20th).
Lawson Reserve in Winter – February 20
18 Adults and 6 children joined club naturalist Don Bucknell to learn about the birds and trees at the Lawson Nature Reserve just South of Ingersoll (LNR info). It was an easy walk of about 2 km through mostly woodland. Highlights included spotting a red-bellied woodpecker, and learning the easy way to tell the difference between red and white pines (red have needles in groups of 2 while white have needles in groups of 5). Don also pointed out the many different tree species and what makes their bark unique.
Live, Flying Birds of Prey! – February 18
250 people came to see the demonstration by the Canadian Raptor Conservatory! A horned owl, harris hawk, red-tailed hawk, and bald eagle were brought to the Unifor Hall and allowed to fly down the aisle, or over the crowd of people! An in-depth commentary on the natural history, size, prey species, range and the relationship to humans of each bird. We think it’s safe to say that everyone learned something new and fascinating that evening!
To see descriptions of more past events, please visit our Recent Events Page
Ontario Reptiles At Risk
The Ingersoll District Nature Club would like to invite you to a free Family Presentation and Advanced Workshops about Ontario reptiles.
Wednesday January 20th 2016. Family presentation from 6 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. (open) and Advanced Workshop from 8 P.M. – 10 P.M. ( e-mail to reserve your space) at the Unifor Building, at 364 Victoria Street in Ingersoll.
The Reptiles at Risk Advanced Workshop is an interactive training workshop featuring live reptiles, many of which are species at risk. It is a great opportunity to increase reptile knowledge and gain hands-on experience. Reptiles at Risk is a partnership between Scales Nature Park, Laurentian University, and CARCNET. The project is funded through the Ministry of Natural Resources Species at Risk Stewardship Fund to provide free educational programming about reptiles at risk throughout Ontario. The goal is to increase appreciation and conservation of Ontario reptiles.
This informative workshop is suitable for advanced herpetofauna enthusiasts. It will provide detailed information about Ontario reptiles, focusing on species found locally within the community. Topics will include species identification, life history, handling techniques, conservation status and threats, mitigation strategies, and legislative issues. Following the presentation portion of the workshop, a hands-on session will provide an opportunity for participants to practice and become familiar with the handling of these reptiles.
The Ingersoll District Nature Club is hosting and funding the family presentation and workshop, and are providing coffee and refreshments.
If you are interested in attending the workshop or would like more information, please email Dave Baird at dcbaird@rogers.com
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