#Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources

[therockyraccoon]

The Canadian Government Violently Seized 95 Raccoons from Expert Volunteers. 

On September 26th, The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources used taxpayer money to send 40 to 50 armed agents and a HELICOPTER to violently seize 95 raccoons from volunteers at Mally's 3rd Chance Raccoon Rescue.

Based on new info, staff at Mally's have good reason to suspect the baby raccoons are now being used for LAB TESTING and research. This exact scenario happened before in 2002 at the Ottawa-Carlton Wildlife Center. Scan the QR Code for more info and ways you can help, along with signing this petition to Minister Graydon Smith.

[lesbians4lottienat]

I feel like Nat after rescue would be put on trail. Because if the fandom is right and they did crash in Canada, then she wouldn’t have had her name on the gun, and she wouldn’t be licensed to use the gun. Also technically speaking they’d be hunting in off season, and that’s a big no no.

Hunting Out of Season: Each species of wildlife has specific hunting seasons set by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry. Hunting outside of the designated season for a particular species is illegal and can lead to charges

This is from Marketing.legal. Seems legit, they have a phone number and everything. (It also seems to be based in Ontario, which imo is one of the more likely places the plane crashed, or somewhere around the edge of Ontario and the edge of Quebec)

However, this could only be recent because I can’t find laws for 1996 as of right now.

Also she would be charged for hunting without a hunting license, which is needed to hunt in Canada.

The same would apply to Travis.

They also need tags, which limit and tell them how much game they are allowed to kill.

Sorry if this is long for a head canon I just thought it was cool

(( not too long! it is cool, ty for sharing raph :3 ))

i think that’d be so funny tbh. welcome back from your traumatic plane crash! you’re potentially going to jailllllll !!!

in pre-crash legal trouble hc for them, i feel like travis & nat have both been caught for shoplifting before. travis tried stealing gum or some shit to seem cool to some older kids (it did not work) and nat was stealing either a necessity that she couldn’t afford or cigarettes !

[malavoie1]

Trillium Flowers at Jessup's Falls Conservation Area

On a visit to Jessup's Falls Conservation Area, back in May, I was captivated by the beauty of a vast expanse of Trillium flowers in full bloom. The vibrant greens and delicate white petals presented a serene and captivating landscape.

Using a wide-angle lens at 10mm allowed me to capture the expanse of the scene. Even with a low aperture of ƒ/3.5, the depth of field on this lens was enough to keep the subjects in focus. One of the challenges was dealing with the flat lighting under the forest canopy. However, this even lighting also provided an opportunity to capture the scene without harsh shadows, allowing the intricate details and colors to shine. To ensure a sharp and clear image despite the handheld shot, I opted for a fast shutter speed of 1/320s. This choice was crucial in preventing motion blur and maintaining the crisp details of the scene. I set the ISO to 400, balancing the need for sensitivity in the low-light conditions with the desire to minimize noise. Holding the camera steady for the handheld shot was another consideration, but the fast shutter speed and shake reduction effectively mitigated any potential blur.

I was particularly drawn to the repeating pattern of the Trillium flowers and their large number, which created a rhythmic and harmonious visual experience. In post-processing. I composed the image so that the moss-covered boulder was positioned according to the rule of thirds. It became a key element in the composition adding a point of interest. I dodged the boulder slightly to bring it out more, enhancing its prominence and ensuring it stood out amidst the sea of flowers.

Jessup’s Falls is a gateway to natural discovery, located on the South Nation River where Prescott-Russell Highway 17 crosses the river via a steel truss bridge in Plantagenet, Ontario. The conservation area spans 13 acres and offers a variety of activities including picnicking, geocaching, and dog walking. The park is a popular fishing paradise with rock outcroppings perfect for casting a line, and it also features a floating dock and boat launch for river enthusiasts. The scenic views of cottages, wildflowers, and mature white pine and oak trees add to the area's charm.

The land was originally owned by Lieutenant Edward Jessup, who was granted 2,000 acres along the South Nation River following his military service. In 1980, Jessup’s Falls Conservation Area, previously named South Nation Provincial Park, was deregulated by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF), and purchased by South Nation Conservation in 1986. Jessup’s Falls received its name from a set of rapids which existed prior to the construction of the Carillon Dam in 1963. The Carillon Dam on the Ottawa River created higher water levels upstream, thus eliminating the falls on the South Nation River. Over the years, the name Jessup’s Falls has had many variations, including “Jessop’s Falls”, “Les Chutes Jésuites”, and “Les Petites Chutes”.

The Conservation Area has been declared an Area of Natural and Scientific Interest (ANSI), housing many species at risk. This recognition highlights the importance of preserving the natural and scientific value of the area, ensuring its protection for future generations.

Processed with Affinity Photo v2 and Topaz Photo AI.

Camera: Pentax K-3

Lens: Tamron SP 10-24mm f/3.5 DI II

10mm / ƒ/3.5 / 1/320s / ISO 400 Taken: May 12, 2024

[allthecanadianpolitics]

A nearly-provincewide fire ban in Ontario has been lifted.

At the beginning of June, the Ontario government placed most of the province within a Restricted Fire Zone (RFZ), forbidding open fires and the burning of grass or debris as wildfires ravaged the province.

At the time, officials said the ban would help prevent human-caused fires during a time in which dry conditions and little precipitation could help the flames spread.

This ban was lifted as of 4 p.m. on July 11, despite the fact that 82 wildfires had been reported across Ontario.

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry noted that of those fires, 59 are being observed and are no threat to public safety. [...]

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Tagging: @politicsofcanada

[tbkenvs3000w24]

The Amazing Resilience of Nature

One of the most amazing things about nature is the incredible examples of resilience seen within ecosystems. In a world that is constantly changing, nature can persist through even the harshest conditions to bounce back to its original form or make way for new life.

What is resilience? There are many different definitions of resilience used in ecology. Ecological resilience can be described as a natural system's ability to absorb the effects of a disturbance before the system changes states (Death, 2024). Engineering resilience is a natural system's ability to bounce back from disturbances to its previous state (Death, 2024; Thorogood et al., 2023). Overall, resilience is the ability of an ecosystem to maintain its structure or function with little change following a disturbance.

Here is a picture my mom took of tree roots that had been lifted from the ground after a downburst occurred at our cottage. After my dad cut the fallen trees, the roots and attached soil fell back over the rocks. The next year many of the trees survived and new trees and shrubs grew.

The disturbances ecosystems face can be naturally occurring events such as seasonal floods, storms, and wildfires. Humans create additional pressures such as climate change, urbanization, overexploitation of natural resources, pollution, the introduction of invasive species and more (Thorogood et al., 2023). It is the organism's and ecosystem's ability to prosper in the face of these events that makes a natural system resilient.

It may be hard to believe but wildfires can be good for an ecosystem. Forests in Canada have experienced periotic natural disturbances such as fires, insect infestations, diseases, and floods for thousands of years (Canada, 2023). These forests have adapted to these conditions to live through these events (Canada, 2023). These natural disturbances are a natural part of the life cycle of forests and even help renew life in these areas (Canada, 2023).

Here is a picture of a wildfire burning near the Pondosy Bay Wilderness Resort in B.C. (Laanela, 2018).

As a fire swipes across a forest, a door is opened to allow new life to grow. As the tree litter on the forest floor burns, nutrients that have been stored are released back into the soil. These nutrients allow soil to support the growth of new plant and tree life. Forest fires open the forest canopy supporting new life to grow as sunlight reaches the forest floor (Canada, 2023). Amazingly, some species of tree such as lodgepole and jack pine trees need forest fires to reproduce (Bushey et al.; Canada, 2023). The heat from forest fires allows the cones on these trees to open and release their seeds. Without forest fires, these tree species would not be able to reproduce (Bushey et al., 2023).

This is a picture of the cones on a lodgepole pine tree. Picture from Forestry England (n.d.).

Forest's ability to survive and create new life following wildfires is an incredible example of natural resilience. However, the increased frequency and intensity of wildfires in the wake of climate change can reduce forests' resilience to fires (Bushey et al., 2023).

This is a picture of the cones on Jack pine trees. Picture from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (2014).

Humans can disrupt the remarkable resilience of many ecosystems through anthropogenic activities. For example, when extreme forest fires or floods occur annually there is not enough time to allow even the most resilient animals and plants to bounce back. However, when humans support nature, the true resiliency of nature can be truly inspirational.

The reintroduction of Yellow Stone wolves is a story I am sure many of you have heard. Between 1872-1926 wolves were hunted and removed from Yellowstone. Following the eradication of gray wolves, elk populations doubled, and overgrazing caused many plants and trees to die off (Peglar, 2023). The entire ecosystem was disrupted.

Rodent and bird populations declined due to habitat loss (National Geographic, 2024). Grizzle bear populations declined due to the lack of berries needed to eat before hibernation. The riverbanks eroded due to overgrazing and caused sediment to affect the water quality (Peglar, 2023; National Geographic, 2024). The whole ecosystem changed because of the loss of the gray wolves.

On January 12, 1995, eight wolves from Jasper National Park in Alberta were introduced to Yellowstone. A total of 41 wolves were introduced. Following this, the elk population was reduced and helped prevent overgrazing. The wolves even created elk populations more resilient to drought due to the thinning out of weak and sick elk (Peglar, 2023).

The wolves prevented elk from overgrazing along the river. This allowed trees to grow along the riverbank, protecting the river from erosion (Peglar, 2023). This improved water quality and supported beavers and aquatic organisms to increase in numbers (National Geographic, 2024). The reintroduction of gray wolves to Yellowstone National Park with the help of humans promoted biodiversity and higher resilience to this ecosystem.

Nature is incredibly resilient to the ever-changing conditions of the environment. With conservation efforts seen in natural areas and everyday action taken to protect the environment, people can help support the resilience of nature. By maintaining resilient ecosystems, humans and nature can thrive in a constantly changing world.

References

Bushey, D., Osmer, M., Green, H., Garneau, D., & Lesser, M. (2023). Forest resilience and regeneration dynamics following wildfire disturbance. Ecosphere, 14(9). https://doi.org/10.1002/ecs2.4655

Canada, N. R. (2023, June 22). Why forests need fires, insects and diseases. Natural Resources Canada. https://natural-resources.canada.ca/our-natural-resources/forests/insects-disturbances/why-forests-need-fires-insects-and-diseases/13081

Death, R. G. (2024). The resilience of Riverine Ecological Communities. Resilience and Riverine Landscapes, 23–39. https://doi.org/10.1016/b978-0-323-91716-2.00016-9

Enel Group. (n.d.). Ecological resilience: How ecosystems adapt to change. Enel. https://www.enel.com/company/stories/articles/2023/03/ecological-resilience

National Geographic. (n.d.). Wolves of Yellowstone. Education. https://education.nationalgeographic.org/resource/wolves-yellowstone/

Peglar, T. (2023, June 22). Yellowstone’s most controversial residents. Yellowstone National Park. https://www.yellowstonepark.com/park/conservation/yellowstone-wolves-reintroduction/

Thorogood, R., Mustonen, V., Aleixo, A., Aphalo, P. J., Asiegbu, F. O., Cabeza, M., Cairns, J., Candolin, U., Cardoso, P., Eronen, J. T., Hällfors, M., Hovatta, I., Juslén, A., Kovalchuk, A., Kulmuni, J., Kuula, L., Mäkipää, R., Ovaskainen, O., Pesonen, A.-K., … Vanhatalo, J. (2023). Understanding and applying biological resilience, from genes to ecosystems. Npj Biodiversity, 2(1). https://doi.org/10.1038/s44185-023-00022-6

Picture Credits

Forestry England. (n.d.). Lodgepole Pine. Forestry England. https://www.forestryengland.uk/article/lodgepole-pine

Laanela , M. (2018, August 15). B.C. declares state of emergency as hundreds of wildfires burn across province | CBC News. CBCnews. https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/b-c-declares-state-of-emergency-as-hundreds-of-wildfires-burn-across-province-1.4785983

Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry. (2014, July 18). Jack Pine. ontario.ca. https://www.ontario.ca/page/jack-pine

[jaimebluesq]

One Braincell Trio Ficlet

From my "12 Months with the One Braincell Trio" project.

Modern Day AU - Wei Wuxian, Jiang Cheng, and Nie Huaisang work for the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, manning helicopters during forest fire season.

(Considering how my country's been on fire a good portion of the summer so far, it's not surprising this is the direction my mind took with the prompt of "helicopter".)

~ ~ ~

Wei Wuxian let out a loud yeeehaaaa as he pushed a button, triggering the release on the bucket hanging from his helicopter. The bucket opened, letting loose a thousand gallons of lake water onto the fire raging down below.

“Do you have to do that every time?” his co-pilot asked, wrinkling his nose. They rarely flew together, as Wei Wuxian preferred to work with his team of three, but this forest fire had been going out of control for far too long. Their team of Ministry of Natural Resources workers had split up more than usual to put as many water bombers and helicopters out in the field as they could, meaning Wei Wuxian had to fly with some boring number-cruncher rather than his friends.

“Yes, yes I do,” he grinned over to his co-pilot, then ignored the man as he directed the helicopter to the lake they’d been using to reload their buckets.

Once above the large, freshwater lake, he held the helicopter above the water, watching and waiting for the one his best friends had been using. They’d been trying their best to coordinate their loads and had gotten into the habit of waiting for each other when it came time to re-dip their buckets. The other helicopter, however, was nowhere in sight.

Wei Wuxian flipped a switch on his board. “This is Patriarch at the meetup point. Sandu, I can’t see you. Do you need assistance?”

He and his co-pilot were silent as they waited for word.

“Sandu, this is Patriarch, can you hear-”

“Yes, I fucking hear you,” Jiang Cheng’s angry voice crackled over their headsets. “I just pulled our ass out of a fucking fire. Change of plans – we need to get back to base immediately.” There was a pause. “Just you sit right there, you little shit. Breathe through the mask, you’ll be fine the moment we get back.”

“Did something happen to Headshaker?” Wei Wuxian asked, his heart immediately lifting into his throat.

“He should be dead, but I’m not that lucky,” Jiang Cheng sniped over the radio, and judging by the irritation and anger in his voice, Wei Wuxian could tell his friend was worried. “I’ll explain when we get back. Could you call ahead for a medic?”

“Will do. See you at base, Sandu, and if anything changes, call me right away.”

“Roger. Sandu out.”

Wei Wuxian barely glanced at his co-pilot and tackled his helicopter’s controls with a silent professionalism he rarely showed. His co-pilot didn’t wait to be asked to get on the radio and call ahead for a medic, allowing Wei Wuxian to focus on getting them back to base. He could see the other helicopter already landed when they finally arrived, and it took everything he had for Wei Wuxian to wait until they were on the ground and his blades had stopped spinning before he could jump out and get to his friends.

As he ran over, he easily picked Jiang Cheng out in his purple bomber jacket, pacing back and forth as his hands moved in a full rant. There were a pair of medics crouched on the ground next to a familiar head of dark braided hair – Nie Huaisang, though Wei Wuxian wondered why he wasn’t wearing his usual green jacket.

“How is he?” Wei Wuxian asked, his voice stopping Jiang Cheng in his tracks.

“He’s an idiot, is what he is! Made me stop half-way back to the lake, all because we nearly hit an owl.”

“We didn’t nearly hit her,” Nie Huaisang called over. “She flew up to us, asking for help.”

“Because she knew your brain was the same size as hers,” Jiang Cheng muttered.

Wei Wuxian walked over to his other friend. Normally Nie Huaisang was clean and well put-together, even in the bush. He hated doing anything more than handling the controls of his side of the helicopter, and if they let him, he’d nap most of the trip despite the noise of the rotors. Now, however, his friend’s face and clothing was dark with soot, and one of the medics was wrapping bandages around red and blistering fingers.

“What the fuck did you do to yourself?” Wei Wuxian asked.

Nie Huaisang gestured with his chin to a bundle next to him. Wei Wuxian approached what he realized was his friend’s green jacket, and it seemed to be moving. He lifted one side, and within was a nest with three small owlets.

“Barn owls,” Nie Huaisang explained. “They’re endangered. I couldn’t just let them fry up there.”

Wei Wuxian glanced back at Jiang Cheng, who now stood still with his arms crossed over his chest. As pilot, Jiang Cheng would have to have been the one to bring them close enough to the tree for Nie Huaisang to reach the nest. If he’d really not wanted to do it, Jiang Cheng could have simply flown them away. He then looked back to the owlets and stroked one along its fuzzy head.

“I knew there was a reason they made us take a bird-brain like you with us.”

Jiang Cheng began ranting again, and Wei Wuxian and Nie Huaisang shared a grin.

[waterandenergyrelief]

7th Meeting, 15th Session of the Expert Group on Resource Management.

The UNECE Resource Management Week 2024, including the 15th session of the Expert Group on Resource Management (EGRM-15), will be held at the Palais des Nations in Geneva, Switzerland, 22-26 April 2024. Leaders, experts, and stakeholders in resource management will gather to discuss sustainable development challenges and opportunities. Our theme, "Assuring sustainability in resource management", will focus on the United Nations Framework Classification for Resources (UNFC) and the United Nations Resource Management System (UNRMS) and their pivotal role in resource management worldwide. 

Agenda highlights:

Seminars, Workshops, and Short Courses: Focusing on the UNFC and UNRMS as catalysts for transforming raw materials management.

Minerals for the Energy Transition: Highlighting the work of the UN Working Group on Transforming Extractive Industries for Sustainable Development.

Responsible Resource Management: The development and deployment of UNRMS.

Navigating the Future: Exploring various applications of UNFC.

Building capacity: International Centres of Excellence on Sustainable Resource Management.

Empowering Sustainability: Discussing global initiatives and case studies.

Lunchtime lectures: Professor Peter Hopkinson, Co-Director, Exeter Centre for the Circular Economy, Exeter University, and Professor Markus Zils, Circular Economy and Management Science, University of Exeter Business School, UK, on Circular Data (23 April) and Sarah Gordon, CEO, Satarla on The beauty of interconnected natural resource ecosystems, with a focus on ESG issues (25 April).

Session 3: Responsible resource governance

Chair: Karen Hanghøj

Agenda item 8: Building Capacity: International Centres of Excellence on Sustainable Resource Management

ICE-SRM Russia – Igor Shpurov and Vera Bratkova, Chief Executive Officer

ICE-SRM UK – Nick MacInnes, Circular Economy Lead, Office of the Chief Scientific Adviser, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), UK and Lynsay Blake, Head of Science in Resources and Waste, Defra, UK

ICE-SRM Mexico – Ulises Neri, Executive Director & Ministries of Energy and Economy of Subnational Governments of Mexico:

     José Ramón Silva - Secretary of Energy Development of the State of Tamaulipas

     Carlos Adrian García Basto - Director General of the State Energy Agency of the State of Campeche

     Esaú Garza - Secretary of Economy, Science and Technology of the State of Aguascalientes

ICE-SRM Criteria for Recognition and Terms of Reference (ECE/ENERGY/GE.3/2024/4)

ICE-SRM EU – Meta Dobnikar, Head of Mineral Resources and Geochemistry Department, Geological Survey of Slovenia

ICE-SRM Central Asia – Farkhat Abytov, Executive Director

ICE-SRM Africa – Tunde Arisekola, Senior Advisor, Geological and Minerals Information, African Minerals Development Centre

Dario Liguti, Director, UNECE Sustainable Energy Division

Discussion

Agenda item 7.2: Development and deployment of UNFC - Technical Advisory Group Annual Report - Updated Injection Projects Specifications (ECE/ENERGY/GE.3/2024/9)

Aleksandr Shpilman, Co-Chair, Technical Advisory Group

Serge Van Gessel, Chair, Injection Projects Working Group and TNO

Agenda item 7.2: Competency in resource management 

Vitor Correia, Chair, Competency Working Group, EGRM

Michael Neumann, Global Geoscience Professionalism Group

Gbenga Olugbenga Okunlola, President, Geological Society of Africa and Member, AMREC Working Group

Craig Waldie, Ontario Securities Commission, Canada - presentation to be delivered by Hendrik Falck, Chair, EGRM Minerals Working Group

Watch the 7th Meeting, 15th Session of the Expert Group on Resource Management

[evoldir]

Fwd: Job: StateUNewYork_Oswego.FishGenomics

Begin forwarded message: > From: evoldir@evol.biology.mcmaster.ca > Subject: Job: StateUNewYork_Oswego.FishGenomics > Date: 24 April 2024 at 07:01:49 BST > To: rdmpage@gmail.com > > > The SUNY Oswego Biological Sciences Department, in collaboration with the > USGS, USFWS Northeast Fishery Center, and Ontario Ministry of Natural > Resources, seeks a research scientist to lead the development of a > high-throughput genomic monitoring and parentage-based tagging (PBT) > panel for Cisco (*Coregonus artedi*) and Bloater (*Coregonus hoyi*). This > urgent work directly supports the active restoration of these ecologically > and culturally important fish species. To learn more about coregonine > research in the Great Lakes, visit https://ift.tt/yw1jxFf > to learn more about ongoing efforts. > > This project will develop and optimize a novel microhaplotype-based > GT-seq panel for genomic monitoring and PBT applications in coregonines > (Cisco, Bloater). It will assess the panel's accuracy in tracking changes > in genetic diversity over time, estimating demographic parameters, > and reconstructing pedigrees. This panel will generate crucial data to > effectively manage coregonine broodstock, hatchery-rearing practices, > and stocking strategies. > > The successful applicant will work at the forefront of conservation > genetics with an exceptional collaborative team. They will gain experience > in genomic techniques, data analysis, and the application of science to > management problems. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, > and remote work is negotiable. > > > > *Qualifications* > MS. or Ph.D. in ecology, evolutionary biology, genetics, genomics, or a > related field (start date) > > Demonstrated expertise in molecular biology lab techniques and > bioinformatics. > > A commitment to collaboration and science communication. > > A strong publication record is preferred. > > > Applications will include 1) A cover letter describing research interests > and their alignment with the project's goals; 2) a CV highlighting relevant > coursework, research experience, and publications; 3) A Diversity, Equity, > and Inclusion Statement; 4) Contact information for three professional > references. > > > > Please submit applications at > https://ift.tt/8kBld1Z > > Nicholas Sard

[petnews2day]

2024 fire season starts today. Here are the rules

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2024 fire season starts today. Here are the rules

Ontario’s fire season starts today with the province’s rules for outdoor burning coming into effect. It goes to Oct. 31 Last summer was one of the worst forest fire seasons on record with 4,400 square kilometres burnt. The 10-year average is about 1,600 sq. km. This summer could be worse, with little snow over the winter. The Ministry of Natural Resources […]

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[college-girl199328]

Three men from Chatham-Kent and Essex have been fined thousands of dollars after shooting a moose from a motorboat while on a hunt in northern Ontario in October. According to a news release from the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, on Oct. 14, 2022, conservation officers were conducting a remote moose enforcement flight and were stopped on Lac Seul, in the Kenora, Ontario, area, where a successful moose hunting group was contacted.

[realpeoplesmedia]

Cease and Desist letter demands cancelation of Ontario's non-native moose and deer hunt

A letter has been sent by the “14922000 CANADA ASSOCIATION” demanding that the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry “cease and desist” from issuing any “hunting tags or licences for deer or moose in Ontario due to the consequences of climate change in this region at this time.” The letter cites the needs for Indigenous people to rely on moose and deer for food subsistence or…

[canadianjobbank]

Apply now: https://canadianjobbank.org/senior-park-clerk/

[xinnengye]

Reflection On The Forest School Program Experience

All Photos Credit ( Y. X, 2023)

Q#1

I notice

What did you notice while participating in Forest Wednesday that will help you as an educator in supporting children’s connection to nature.

I noticed Carol bringing several backpacks, which contain tools that could be used for supporting children’s learning in a natural setting. These tools are scientific brochures on nature-based topics, ropes, magnifying glasses, peelers, walkie-talkies,pencils, paper boards, exploring bags, etc.

I noticed that Carol said Forest Wednesday Program is a nature-based program whose purposes of running the program are reducing the hours that young children spend watching screens and the internet, playing games, etc., and connecting children to nature, which could promote children’s learning and development in multiple dimensions.

I noticed Carol wearing proper clothes, such as snow pants, snow boots, gloves,winter coat, hat, etc., according to Wednesday’s weather. Once the children are dressed warmly, they will be able to explore and enjoy nature well.

I noticed Carl talked about risky play, which she mentioned and emphasized what they did in the forest program, they trust what the children are capable of doing things they feel comfortable with, and educators focus on what the children can do other than they can not do, which help empower the children and promote developments on self-regulation, problem-solving, innovating skills, benefit their physical and mental health.

I wonder

What are you questions? When exploring the space, was there something you discovered that you found interesting and would like to explore further( something different from our Scavenger hunt). Explain why?

I wonder how the children will utilize the resources and tools that the educators bring along with them. What if they are not ready to read words? How will they use these resources?

I wonder if the quantity of tools is adequate for the needs of all children.

I wonder how educators react to an emergency, such as a child wanting to go to the washroom when they just came to the yard or forest.

I wonder if children could decide what new tools they want to bring to the forest,or what things children

It reminds me of...

Connection between this and other things you have seen, experienced or learned.

The Forest Fridays program reminds me of the field trip with my classmates when I was in Grade 6. We brought some tools, such as knives, screwdrivers, bike fixing tools, etc., since we went on a field trip biking. We problem-solved several obstacles while trying to light the woods by turning wheels to fan the woods and dry leaves.

Carol mentioned she does not feel comfortable and safe about the children using knives; therefore, she introduced potato peelers used as knives, which reminds me of I used to use potato peelers to make several chopsticks when I went on the field trip I mentioned above.

Q#2

Discuss how Forest Wednesday ( Forest Fridays For The Children) supports children’s learning/ connection to nature. Provide three examples.

Risky play

Carol mentioned that allowing children to take reasonable risks and test their limits could help empower children and facilitate them to gain a sense of mastery and increase competence in decision-making(Ontario Ministry of Education, 2014).

Meditation

Meditation helps children develop their focus and concentration skills, which are important for learning and success in school. Additionally, meditation helps children become more aware of their thoughts, feelings, and emotions. This can help them understand themselves better and develop a positive sense of self. Lastly, meditation may help reduce stress and anxiety levels in children, improve their overall well-being and help them feel more calm and more relaxed.

Educating parents by sharing articles that advocate benefits for children’s learning and development of being in nature

By sharing these articles with parents, you can help raise awareness of the importance of nature in children's learning and development and encourage them to incorporate more outdoor play and nature time into their children's lives.

Q#3

Identify two key learnings for you based on your experiences at Forest Wednesday and why.

Risk play

Physical skills: Engaging in risk play can help children develop their physical skills, coordination, balance, and strength. Children who engage in risk play are often more physically active and have improved motor development(Ontario Ministry of Education, 2014).

Cognitive development: Risk play can also help children develop important cognitive skills, such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making. Children are challenged to think creatively and critically when faced with new and potentially dangerous situations(Ontario Ministry of Education, 2014).

Social-emotional development: Risk play can also provide opportunities for children to interact with others and develop social skills such as cooperation, communication, and conflict resolution. Children who engage in risky play often have stronger social networks and better peer relationships. In terms of the benefits of emotional development, engaging in risk play can help children develop their emotional skills, such as resilience, self-confidence, and independence. Children who are allowed to engage in risk play learn to manage their fears and develop a sense of confidence in their abilities(Ontario Ministry of Education, 2014).

Creativity and imagination: Risk play can also provide opportunities for children to use their creativity and imagination. Children who engage in risk play are often more imaginative and creative, as they are given the freedom to explore and express themselves in new and exciting ways (Mayesky, M, 2015).

Respectful and grateful to nature. Being respectful and grateful to nature can be beneficial for children's learning and development for several reasons:

First, when children develop a sense of respect and gratitude for nature, they learn to appreciate the beauty and wonder of the world around them. This can help them cultivate positive emotions such as awe, wonder, and joy, which are important for overall emotional well-being.

Secondly, when children learn to appreciate nature, they also learn to be more mindful and present in the moment. This can help them develop empathy, compassion, and other social-emotional skills.

Thirdly, by learning to appreciate and respect nature, children can develop a sense of responsibility for the environment. This can lead to a greater understanding of the impact humans have on the natural world and a desire to take action to protect it.

Reference

Ontario Ministry of Education. (2014). How does learning happen? Ontario’s pedagogy for the early years: A resource about learning through relationships for those who work with young children and their families. Toronto, ON: Ministry of Education

Mayesky, M (2015). Creating Activities and Curriculum for Young Children. Standford C.T.: Cengage Learning 

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Niagara falls ice climber

This can often be used to determine the ownership status of the land on which a cliff is located in Ontario. The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry also maintains an online crown land use policy atlas. The Ontario Access Coalition (OAC) monitors this, and negotiates for access to cliffs, or to avoid closures. Will Gadd, an Ice Climber from Canada made history when he became the first person ever to ascend (the frozen) Niagara Falls. In the more populated areas of Ontario, especially southern and south-western Ontario (within a few hours drive of Toronto) access is often complicated, with many cliffs closed to climbing. The relatively long winters have pushed people to hunt out every ice smear around, and if you're up to winter camping and lots of tromping across frozen lakes and in the bush, there's solid ice climbing to be had. Professional climber and one of National Geographics Adventurers of the Year, Will Gadd, took ice climbing to new heights by being the first person ever to. Lion's Head is a true gem of an area pictures from there look like Thailand.įurther north and also to the east, the granite and quartzite of the Canadian Shield formation provide some excellent trad cragging and multi-pitch routes.

Recent decades have added a number of high quality sport crags to the trad areas established in the sixties. In southern Ontario, the limestone and dolostone of the 700km long Niagara Escarpment, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, provides fifty or more crags from Niagara Falls up to Tobermory on the Bruce Pennisula. On Wednesday, Canadian pro climber Will Gadd was spotted ice climbing alongside the torrent of Niagara Falls near Terrapin Point, on the American side of.

The local communities are large and strong. Somehow nearby Quebec and New York State were spared total bulldozing, but Ontario really got it in the last however number of ice ages.ĭespite that, there is some fine climbing to be had in Ontario, even some great climbing. It would appear at first glance that Ontario lost in the glaciation lottery. Climber follows spray-ice route along border between Canadian and U.S. An ice-covered cliff mere feet away from the majestic Horseshoe Falls offered a unique experience this week for well-known Canadian ice climber Will Gadd.

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Tower hill

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West Parry Sound District Museum opens at its new location on Tower Hill Shoppe has 5,033 visitors during a 34 day period up to August 23rd. Ranger cabin opened as a Museum Shoppe to raise funds for the new building Gardens and Tower under jurisdiction of the Museum Property leased (20 years) to the West Parry Sound District Museum Board Property acquired from Ministry of Natural Resources to be developed for recreational and tourism purposes (potential location for Bobby Orr Hall of Fame, District Museum, performance space and art gallery) New tower, the one that is standing today, opened to the public New communications tower built 100 yards from gardens and old tower dismantled Tower closed to public after being declared unsafe Ministry of Natural Resources refused on the basis that it would expose view of oil tanks and spoil the setting of the park and gardens Towers were rendered obsolete by the use of airplanes and radiosĬhamber of Comemrce requests the plantation be cut down from the edges of the hill so that people who couldn’t climb the tower could view Georgian Bay Tower network fire detection system abandoned by the Province of Ontario. The Most recent research was completed in the 1970s so if you have anything to add to the history of this period (and into the 1980s & 90s) please contact us to share photos and stories The tower changed hands several times in this era. Today - the Tower Hill Gardeners continue to work hard to ensure that Tower Hill remains a destination for all visitors to Parry Sound.ġ960’s to 2005 Changes in firefighting technology shifted the role of the tower taking it from essential equipment to tourist destination. The Ranger Cabin deteriorates to the point that Staff recommends its demolition.Ģ011 - the gardens and surrounding area are designated as heritage property by the Town of Parry SoundĢ012 - Anne Bossart collects a group of volunteers, the Tower Hill Gardeners, who begin restoring and developing the gardens at Tower Hill with the support of the Parry Sound & District Horticultural Society, Museum on Tower Hill and the Town of Parry SoundĢ013- Town Council earmarks $25,000 for the restoration of the Ranger Cabin and the “Cabin Crew” gets to workĢ016- Tower Hill Gardeners secure a $5,000 grant from TD Friends of the Environment Foundation for the creation of a Wildlife Habitat Native Plant GardenĢ017 - In 2017 the Tower Hill Gardeners have raised $6,811, and volunteers spent 526 hours in the garden.

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Learn more about how to become a member and support the garden.Ģ005-11- Tower Hill Park and Garden are maintained by Town Staff, keeping the grounds tidy, maintaining the pond and planting annual flowers each summer. 2005-Present The tower began a new life in 2011 with the property Designation and founding of the tower Hill Gardeners.