OPG Biodiversity Program

September 29-30: Port Elgin Pumpkinfest

partners — Thu, 03 May 2012 19:28:21 +0000

Attend the Port Elgin Pumpkinfest and experience one of Ontario’s most unique events!
For event details visit, www.pumpkinfest.org.

July 15: Our Changing Landscape

partners — Wed, 02 May 2012 16:44:23 +0000

Tour Leader: Erin Silverstein, LEAF
More details coming soon.

June 7: Night of the Forest – Annual Fundraiser

partners — Wed, 02 May 2012 16:43:13 +0000

Join us at the beautiful Steam Whistle Roundhouse as we celebrate and support our greatest shared resource: the urban forest! For details and to purchase tickets visit, www.yourleaf.org.

May 29: Tree Tenders Volunteer Training

partners — Wed, 02 May 2012 16:33:27 +0000

This multi-day course is designed for individuals who want to gain tree-related knowledge and skills. Each session provides basic arboriculture training which includes a combination of indoor and outdoor instruction. For a full listing of course dates and event registration visit, www.yourleaf.org.

May 26-27: Dorion’s Canyon Country Birding Festival

partners — Wed, 02 May 2012 16:28:45 +0000

Looking for an exceptional birding experience? Register for the fourth annual Dorion’s Canyon Country Birding Festival. For event details and registration visit, www.dorionbirdfest.ca

May 26: Emerald Ash Borer Appetite for Destruction Tree Tour

partners — Wed, 02 May 2012 16:25:53 +0000

Join us on a guided walk through Guildwood Village, where we’ll learn about the Emerald Ash Borer and the devastating effects this insect will have on our ash trees. Learn how you can take action to strengthen our urban forest. For event details and registration visit, www.yourleaf.org.

May 17: The History and Future of Boulevard Trees

partners — Wed, 02 May 2012 16:22:02 +0000

Explore the deep rooted reasons why we need trees in our cities and what we need to be able to plant them properly. Learn where, who and why trees were first planted in cities and the challenges of planting them today. For event details and registration visit, www.yourleaf.org.

May 12: Tommy Thompson Spring Bird Festival Tree Tour

partners — Wed, 02 May 2012 16:15:47 +0000

Tommy Thompson Park is home to a variety of native trees and shrubs that provide important habitat for birds and other wildlife. Take a guided tour of the park to learn about the different species and the roles they play in the local ecosystem. For event details and registration visit, www.yourleaf.org.

April 28: Replanting the Town Roots

admin — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 15:26:01 +0000

Come out and help us plant trees in Goderich, Ontario!
OPG and Trees Ontario are joining residents of Goderich to help the Town re-green after last year’s tornado that destroyed many of the community’s beloved trees. Click here for event details.
Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: Goderich-Huron YMCA, Maitland Recreation Centre, 190 Suncoast Drive East, Goderich
Please register with the YMCA by calling 519 524 2125

July 17, 2012: Earth Rangers’ “Bring Back the Wild” Show

admin — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 14:45:08 +0000

Featuring three of Earth Rangers most amazing Animal Ambassadors demonstrating their natural behaviours, the dynamic 40-minute show inspires audiences to help protect animals and their habitats!
Shows at 11:30am, 1:30pm and 2:30pm