Environment

We know that the climate has changed. We see it on the news and with our own eyes. Smoke from record-breaking… Continue reading “Seniors for Climate Action Now! to host community conversations on local climate impacts”

I’ve been known to leap down a retaining wall to rescue a bird from the jaws of my cat. Cats… Continue reading “The bird cat-astrophe”

Be careful where you step!  It’s been said that one tablespoon of soil contains more living creatures than all the… Continue reading “The dirt on dirt”

Almost 10 years ago my 96-year-old mother watched the sequel to Al Gore’s Oscar-winning documentary, An Inconvenient Truth. Alarmed, she… Continue reading “Grey power”

During a milestone anniversary year, Kawartha Land Trust has another reason to celebrate. The announcement of two new protected properties,… Continue reading “Kawartha Land Trust announces 50 protected properties during 25th anniversary year”

One of the joys of living on a small river is wildlife watching. Each June I’ve been particularly fascinated by… Continue reading “Talking turtles”

Earth Day calls on people across the world to make eco-friendly choices. For Jess Moynes, owner of Unwrapped on Kent… Continue reading “Earth Day reminder: Make planet-friendly choices”