Life is a highway
Anna Heslop (Photo courtesy Anna Heslop)
I learned about Anna Heslop though an email from a colleague that contained a link to her blog and a subject line that implied a potential story. The description in the message was brief — she was biking across Canada and fundraising for NCC...
My Wildlife World Cup Champion
Wildlife World Cup champion (made by NCC)
Thank you to everybody who has followed the Wildlife World Cup over the last month and made it possible by voting for their favourite species every week. After six round of voting, a winner has been selected. Without further ado, I present to...
Sarah and Scott TRI To Keep it WILD in Dartmouth
Scott McClennan, Sarah McClennan and Michael Ayerst pose together at the finish line (Photo courtesy of Sarah McClennan)
Sarah McClennan is a full-time emergency physician in Mississauga, ON and a mother to two boys, ages four and seven. On June 29, she completed the completed the Dartmouth Triathlon with her brother Scott. Their team was named TRI To Keep it WILD...
Give me a tent, a warm sleeping bag and a crackling fire: Why I love camping
People can unintentionally help spread invasive species while camping this summer (Photo by Carys Richards/NCC staff)
When the cold Canadian winters begin to recede and the weather grows warmer, I pull all my camping gear out of storage. After years of groundwork, I have my preparation down to a science. All of my gear is sorted and stored in large plastic bins,...
My Wildlife World Cup matchup: Finals
Wildlife World Cup finals (made by NCC)
There have been five rounds of voting, and after weeks of eliminations, two competitors remain. Our finalists will face off for the final time. This fast and furious round of voting will conclude Thursday afternoon, and the champion will be...
My Wildlife World Cup matchup: Semi-Finals
Wildlife World Cup semi finals (made by NCC)
After an intense month of voting, the Wildlife World Cup semi-finals will now commence! Thanks to everybody that voted for their favourite reptiles and butterflies. The winners of birds and mammals will compete for a spot in the championship,...
My Wildlife World Cup matchup: Week 4
Week 4: karner blue versus West Virginia white
Week Four of the Wildlife World Cup features a new category: this week, the Karner blue battle the West Virginia white in the Butterfly Campaign. Check out our updated bracket below. Voting for both the Clash of the Reptiles (week three) and the...
My Wildlife World Cup matchup: Week 3 (+Week 2 results!)
Week 3: queen snake versus wood turtle
It's time to announce the winner of Week 2! Despite some fierce, furry competition, the bobcat prevailed in the end. Thanks to everyone who voted for their favourite mammal. Check out our updated bracket, below. Vote for your favourite...
Conservation crossword
Play the conservation crossword puzzle!
I have always enjoyed puzzles. They're a fun, interactive way to pass the time, and a good learning tool for just about everybody, which is why I've elected to try my hand at composing a conservation-themed crossword. If you're stuck inside on a...
Celebrate Canada Day with nature
Happy Canada Day (photo by Ian Muttoo)
To celebrate Canada Day, the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) urges Canadians across the country to get outdoors and enjoy our country’s birthday with nature. This year, NCC invites you to visit one of our stunning sites during your day...
