Written by nature enthusiasts, conservation experts and professionals, Land Lines offers thought-provoking reads about research and discoveries in the conservation field. It also offers inspiration to connect with Canada’s nature.
Not so spooky: studying the remarkable and misunderstood bat
Each fall, Halloween brings bats into the spotlight. We see bat decorations on porches, across windows and in candy aisles. Yet these seasonal symbols also carry enduring misunderstandings. Growing up…
More than a fellowship: A place to learn, grow and connect
As a PhD candidate at the University of Manitoba and a Weston Family Conservation Science Fellow with the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC), I study how land management can maintain…
Studying recreation so people and nature can thrive
Spending time in nature is key for our mental and physical health. But as more people seek a connection to the outdoors, the pressure on natural landscapes and wildlife grows….
Advancing conservation: in the field with butterflies
Imagine you’re going on a long road trip — you can’t forget to get gas or charge your car. Monarch butterflies are similar. To prepare for their almost 5,000 kilometre-long…
Water is life — and it begins with land
Water is essential. It’s the pulsing, pumping heart of all ecosystems, and all life on Earth. It flows through every community, every ecosystem, every living being. It’s where memories are…
Guardian of tradition
In central Ktaqmkuk (Newfoundland), the Gander River has sustained Indigenous communities for thousands of years. Today, River Guardian Justin Hodge of Qalipu First Nation is helping protect this vital waterway and the surrounding land known as Charlie’s Place by weaving together Traditional Knowledge and science.