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by Brent Eades

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Bird photography by Cheryl Baxter.

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A series about local wildlife.

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Mississippi Madawaska Land trust welcomes Ramsey Hart as new executive director

In organizations, as in nature, change is inevitable, and the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust (MMLT) is no exception. As one chapter comes to a close, another is just beginning. After...

What is that … Rapturous Song?

Some biologists define songbirds as those perching birds known for their almost musical songs.   While all birds vocalize to communicate, court, or defend territory, some bird songs are not...

What Is That … Early Arrival?

Every year, after making it through a winter full of blustery weather, we are happy to see the reawakening of mother nature, especially at our cottage on White Lake. ...
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Backyard Birds

by Brent Eades

Environment

For the Birds

Bird photography by Cheryl Baxter.

Green Talk

Nature

Shady Characters

What is That?

A series about local wildlife.

Report on MVFN talk: “Forgotten Canoe Routes of the Canadian Shield”

April 28, 2026 The Mississippi Valley Field Naturalists (MVFN) held their annual Spring Gathering and welcomed a presentation by well-known canoeist, explorer and writer Hap...

Decluttering as environmental action

Emma Brown Everything we own will eventually have to go somewhere. How much stuff do you own? Do you ever think about where it will...

WIT Specialist Wasp?

The most plentiful wildlife at the cottage are the insects.  Of these, wasps are one of the most numerous.  We have so many species...

Last leaves this year

Thank you to our composting volunteers of this past fall, Pam Steele, Doug Taggart, Jim Dagg, Donna & Bill Treusch, Mike Pitcher, Nick DeBoer...

Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust seeking community support to protect Clyde Lake property

March 13, 2026 – The Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust (MMLT) is inviting the community to help protect a beautiful 93-acre property on Clyde Lake...

What Is That …  Aggregation?

Many animals lead solitary adult lives, except for breeding and rearing young.  Many others are gregarious, living in flocks or colonies with numerous members...

Short Film: Nature’s Path to Wellness

Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Looking for ways to feel more balanced, emotionally resilient, and better able to care for yourself and others? The Mississippi Madawaska...

Climate Dialogues: Sense-making Together

3 Monday evenings in March When: 7:00 pm — 9:15 pm; March 2nd, 16th and 30th, 2026 Where: Mississippi Mills Public Library, Almonte Branch, 155...

What Is That … Warm-Weather Warbler?

When we are experiencing polar temperatures, we like to think about our warm weather pastimes at the cottage. We have written a number of...

Calling all curious young minds! Hands-on nature learning

Mississippi Valley Field Naturalist’s Young Naturalist program is gearing up for a new season!  This winter and spring we will be continuing our once-a-month...

How cold is it? Pancake ice cold

Editor's Note: Tony Sharpe sent these photos of pancake ice he spotted forming in the river. While it doesn't necessarily have to be extremely...

What Is That … New Beastie?

Although it is winter and we have closed our cottage on White Lake and moved back into town, we still enjoy aspects of our...

What is That … Stink?

We have a love/hate relationship with some of the insects at the cottage, but we love to see stink bugs, mostly because their very...

The Famous Last Words of Jane Goodall: November 23

You are invited to join your neighbours to honour the extraordinary life and legacy of Dame (& Dr.)  Jane Goodall (1934-2025). Jane Goodall died in...
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