Most of our most important natural areas have already been studied by teams of biologists, who have written reports on their significance and mapped them. These natural areas are called “Areas of Natural and Scientific Interest” and “Provincially Significant Wetlands”. It is time to ensure that our townships and county have natural heritage plans that protect all these special places.

The talk was hosted by MERA, a Lanark County cultural organization, on 1 April 2021. It is 52 minutes long (discussion not included). The main topics of discussion were the steps that can be taken to ensure that the townships and county prepare natural heritage plans, and how to engage with the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust to protect more wild places. We also discussed some fine places to go canoeing in the spring, and how to find salamanders. Many thanks to Helen Mogford for hosting and recording this Zoom event.

Watch the recording here.