Recreation

Discovering Nature

admin Conservation, Flora & Fauna, Recreation, Wildlife
Carly Cogswell and Ava MacKenzie of the Cunard Conservation Crew with ‘Explorer Kit: Birds’ on Cunard Pond, Williams Lake. Photo: Cathy Vaughan

What can sleep with one eye open, uses earth’s magnetic field as their GPS, inspired the invention of the airplane, and landed in Nova Scotia’s school curriculum?

Birds!  For most elementary and junior high school students in Nova Scotia birds are part of the “Diversity of Life” unit in their science curriculum.  Classroom learning covers topics on the anatomy of birds, how to identify them, their migration flight patterns and their importance as indicators of the environmental health of our planet.

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WLCC Newsletter 2025 Published

admin Call for Support, Conservation, Event, Flora & Fauna, Media, Meetings, Notices, Press Release, Recreation, Reports & Studies, Water Quality, Watershed, Wildlife, Williams Lake Dam
WLCC Newsletter 2025 Published

Read all the latest news…
* Build Nova Scotia Takes Lead in Replacing the Williams Lake Dam,
* Our Bird Friendly Watershed,
* Spotlight on Spryfield: a series of speakers and events by local experts on our unique natural environment in Spryfield,
* What Happens Next to the former Church of Christ Lands next to Shaw Wilderness Park?
* Regional Municipal Plan Update, Invasive Plant Removal,
* and the Cunard Conservation Crew at a local school.

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Spotlight on Spryfield – Let’s Talk Fish

admin Event, Flora & Fauna, Recreation, Wildlife
Sabrina Wolthers engages Learn2Fish newbies

Whether you’re new to fishing or just getting started, this is an opportunity to learn about sustainable fishing practices, conservation and how we can all play a part in protecting our local waters. We’ll discuss conservation efforts, local fish species, and tips for responsible fishing to ensure that Nova Scotia’s natural resources are forever preserved for future generations. Bring your family, friends and newbie fishers to connect, share experiences, and let’s talk fish!

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