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SUMMARY:Essex County Field Naturalists’ Club 34th Annual Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Our speaker is Tom Hince. His topic is “POINT PELEE: The Park that Birds Built”. Please join us for this talk on the history of Point Pelee. Tom is a great speaker and always has great pictures to go along with his tallk. We will have our silent auction\, door prizes\, a share the wealth draw\, and a cash bar. Tickets are $40.00 each if prepaid\, and $45.00 if preordered and paid for at the door. If not preordered\, $45.00 at the door\, only if there is space. Tickets can also be purchased for a period of time through our website: essexcountynature.com/tickets. Join us for this great evening!
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/essex-county-field-naturalists-club-34th-annual-dinner/
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190129T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190129T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20190122T233513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190122T233513Z
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SUMMARY:Tree Planting and Care Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday January 29 2019\, Committee Room C\, Essex Civic Centre\, 360 Fairview Avenue west\, Essex\, ON\, 6:30pm to 8pm. \nThis exciting and dynamic workshop hosted by the Essex Region Conservation Authority will discuss ways in which you can get involved in the reforestation of Essex County. Learn about the environmental benefits of tree planting\, grants and financial assistance to landowners for planting trees\, the different tree planting techniques and the ways to care for your future forests and special shade trees. Click here to register.
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/tree-planting-and-care-workshop/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190203
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20190122T233403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190122T233403Z
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SUMMARY:World Wetlands Day
DESCRIPTION:It’s World Wetlands Day! Since European settlement\, 97% of Windsor-Essex county’s wetlands have disappeared. Wetlands improve water quality\, provide fish and wildlife habitat\, reduce impacts of erosion on shorelines\, provide cultural and spiritual significance\, help to mitigate climate change\, offer recreation and tourism opportunities and so much more!  In Ontario\, wetlands provide habitat for at least 47 plant and animal species that are identified as “at risk.” \nWetlands are the kidneys of the planet and deserve our protection! What can you do to protect wetlands? \n\nKeep learning about them by visiting them and grow your appreciation.\nParticipate in community restoration projects.\nConsider adopting a wetland each spring to monitor frogs and aquatic birds.\nAttend public presentations by environmental groups who advocate for their protection.\nTeach the young ones about the importance of wetlands.\n Don’t litter\, or put nasty stuff down the toilet.\nKeep storm sewers clean from litter.\nReport illegal dumping.\nDon’t wash your car near a storm sewer.
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/world-wetlands-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190205T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20190122T231826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190122T231826Z
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SUMMARY:New Member Orientation Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Come and join other new members of our club as we explore the inner workings of our club. The meeting will be hosted by the Membership Committee and will cover the club’s activities\, structure\, history\, and volunteer opportunities. This is a chance to ask questions and provide suggestions for the future. Please RSVP by Jan 31 to carlmaiolani@cogeco.ca or by calling Carl Maiolani at 519-972-1399. Light refreshments will be served. \nAll members are welcome and encouraged to attend.
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/new-member-orientation-meeting/
LOCATION:Ojibway Nature Centre
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190213T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190213T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20190122T232029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190122T232029Z
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SUMMARY:Essex County Nature Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us in welcoming Vic Bernyk\, from Native Trees and Plants! More information on his topic coming soon.
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/essex-county-nature-meeting-19/
CATEGORIES:Essex County Nature Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190217T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190217T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20190122T232944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190122T232944Z
UID:12900-1550412000-1550422800@www.essexcountynature.com
SUMMARY:Native Trees and Shrubs Winter Identification Walk
DESCRIPTION:Native Trees and Shrubs in Winter Identification Walk/workshop lead by Dave Kraus on Sunday February 17\, 2019 at 2pm at the Ojibway natural area.  Meet outside of the Ojibway Nature Centre by the parking lot (remember to hide valuables and lock your cars!).  We will leisurely walk some of the trails\, observing wildlife and learning some simple clues that are helpful in distinguishing some of our locally native trees and shrubs when they are leafless.  Binoculars will be helpful for both wildlife and tree identification. \n  \nOjibway Nature Centre\, 5200 Matchette Road\, Windsor\, ON
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/native-trees-and-shrubs-winter-identification-walk/
LOCATION:Ojibway Nature Centre
CATEGORIES:Hike/Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190303
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20190122T233619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190122T233619Z
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SUMMARY:World Wildlife Day
DESCRIPTION:World Wildlife Day is recognized globally to celebrate and raise awareness for plants and wildlife across the planet. Celebrate flora and fauna today by heading out for a walk at the Ojibway Nature Centre\, Point Pelee National Park\, along the Little River Corridor\, a Conservation Area\, the Greenway or any other green space where there is wildlife!
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/world-wildlife-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190302T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190303T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20190122T233714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190122T233714Z
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SUMMARY:Maple Syrup Festival
DESCRIPTION:Saturday and Sunday March 2/3 2019\, John R. Park Homestead Conservation Area\, 915 Essex County Rd 50\, Essex\, ON\n \nWear your boots to Essex County’s premier Maple Syrup Festival. Make maple taffy in the snow and see syrup being made the pioneer way. Learn the science of maple. Pure maple products for sale. $4 per child\, $6 per adult\, $20 family maximum. More details to come.
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/maple-syrup-festival/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190313T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190313T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20190122T232219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190122T232219Z
UID:12892-1552505400-1552512600@www.essexcountynature.com
SUMMARY:Essex County Nature Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Member Meeting – Elections\, a review of the previous year’s budget and minutes\, with a fun quiz throughout.  Held at 7:30pm at the Ojibway Nature Centre.
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/essex-county-nature-meeting-20/
LOCATION:Ojibway Nature Centre
CATEGORIES:Essex County Nature Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190322
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190323
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20190122T233820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190122T233820Z
UID:12910-1553212800-1553299199@www.essexcountynature.com
SUMMARY:World Water Day
DESCRIPTION:World Water Day\, on 22 March every year\, is about focusing attention on the importance of water. Windsor-Essex County is surrounded by water with many watersheds! What can you do to help improve the health of our lakes and rivers? \n\nJoin a spring community planting event late April throughout the month of May with the Detroit River Canadian Cleanup and Essex Region Conservation.\nLearn more about our natural spaces and amazing recreation spots by attending our monthly membership meetings and field trips.\nLearn about local environmental issues and challenges that affect you by reaching out to the Citizens Environmental Alliance of Southwestern Ontario.\nLearn about local household and hazardous waste diversion programs run by the Essex Windsor Solid Waste Authority
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/world-water-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190410T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190410T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20190122T232343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190122T232343Z
UID:12894-1554924600-1554931800@www.essexcountynature.com
SUMMARY:Essex County Nature Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us in welcoming Tammie Dobbie from Point Pelee National Park! More information on her topic coming soon.
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/essex-county-nature-meeting-21/
CATEGORIES:Essex County Nature Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190423
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20190122T233914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190122T233914Z
UID:12912-1555891200-1555977599@www.essexcountynature.com
SUMMARY:Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Earth Day theme is “Protect Our Species.” A sustainable future is one where the rights of all species to exist in their natural habitat\, at the population size nexessary to maintain their species and genetic variation is recognized. To learn more about threats to species on a global level click here.
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/earth-day/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190508T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190508T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20190122T232536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190122T232536Z
UID:12896-1557343800-1557351000@www.essexcountynature.com
SUMMARY:Essex County Nature Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Details to come
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/essex-county-nature-meeting-22/
CATEGORIES:Essex County Nature Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190512
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20190122T234005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190122T234005Z
UID:12914-1557532800-1557619199@www.essexcountynature.com
SUMMARY:International Migratory Bird Day
DESCRIPTION:This day highlights the need to conserve migratory birds and protect their\nhabitats. (After 25 years\, the name of this event has shifted from International World\nMigratory Bird Day to World Migratory Bird Day!) Celebrate WMBD by visiting Point Pelee National Park and Hillman Marsh Conservation Area to catch some of the spring migration happening!
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/international-migratory-bird-day/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190523
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20190122T234048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190122T234048Z
UID:12916-1558483200-1558569599@www.essexcountynature.com
SUMMARY:World Biodiversity Day
DESCRIPTION:The United Nations has proclaimed May 22 The International Day for Biological Diversity (IDB) to increase understanding and awareness of biodiversity issues.Essex County faces many ecological challenges\, as it is part of one of the most populated corridors in Canada. As well\, it is part of the unique ecoregion\, the Carolinian Life Zone. This region is  only 1% of Canada’s total land mass\, but is home to more flora and fauna species than any other area in Canada. \nEssex County is home to an estimated 2\,200 species of herbaceous plants\, 64 species of ferns\, 110 species of grasses\, over 130 species of sedges and 70 species of trees. Over 400 species of birds have been recorded in this area\, which is over half found in Canada (Carolinian Canada\, 2006). Celebrate World Biodiversity Day by getting outside and learning about our natural heritage in Windsor-Essex!
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/world-biodiversity-day/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190523
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190524
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20190122T234204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190122T234204Z
UID:12918-1558569600-1558655999@www.essexcountynature.com
SUMMARY:World Turtle Day
DESCRIPTION:Shellebrate World Turtle Day today! In May 2018\, COSEWIC designated the Midland Painted Turtle as Special Concern. This meant that all of Ontario’s eight turtle species are now at risk of disappearing from Ontario ( article link). How can you help? \n\nReduce turtle road mortality by driving with caution in their habitat range\, and keep an eye for wildlife corssing signs along roadways.\nIf you see a turtle\, consider submitting the sighting to the Ontario Reptile and Amphibian Atlas (ontarionature.org/atlas).\nKeep learning about turtles in Ontario and check out this great page here\, from the Ontario Turtle Conservation Centre.
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/world-turtle-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20190612T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20190612T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20190122T232708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190609T161207Z
UID:12898-1560367800-1560375000@www.essexcountynature.com
SUMMARY:Essex County Nature Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Our guest speaker will be Larry Cornelis\, an award winning naturalist\, who will guide us on how to invite nature into our lives and backyards. \nLarry says we need our landscapes to do more and be better for our natural environment. Learn how to attract and benefit birds\, pollinators and other creatures by creating an ecologically functional and responsible landscape. \nThe presentation will focus on the success of Larry’s home landscape. Larry Cornelis was born and raised in Sarnia\, but his passion for nature was born on the family farm situated on the banks of the Sydenham River near Wallaceburg\, Ont. \nLarry is a naturalist\, horticulturist and self-taught ecologist. He’s been active with many naturalist clubs and conservation organizations including Carolinian Canada Coalition\, Lambton Wildlife\, Nature Conservancy of Canada\, Ontario Nature\, Ontario Nativescape (a division of Rural Lambton Stewardship Network) and the Sydenham Field Naturalists. He has been involved in many conservation projects\, including 25 acres of habitat on the family farm. He has been instrumental in protecting ecologically significant properties in Southwestern Ontario\, such as the recently protected Sydenham River Nature Reserve now owned by Ontario Nature.
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/essex-county-nature-meeting-23/
CATEGORIES:Essex County Nature Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20191009T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20191009T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20190924T003127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T003127Z
UID:13247-1570649400-1570656600@www.essexcountynature.com
SUMMARY:Essex County Nature Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, October 9 at 7:30pm – Point Pelee National Park Visitor Centre \nJoin us for this monthly meeting in a special location. Sarah Rupert will be presenting on Fall Bird Migration in the Park. \nRefreshments are welcomed. Attendees will not have to pay admission to the park. \n 
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/essex-county-nature-meeting-24/
LOCATION:Point Pelee Visitor Centre
CATEGORIES:Essex County Nature Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200108T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200108T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20191219T213218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191219T213415Z
UID:13334-1578511800-1578519000@www.essexcountynature.com
SUMMARY:Essex County Nature Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Essex County Field Naturalists Kory & Sarah Renaud will talk about their trip along the rugged Dempster Highway through the Yukon and Northwest Territories. They will share their stories and photos of this adventure of a lifetime!
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/essex-county-nature-meeting-25/
CATEGORIES:Essex County Nature Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200112T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20191230T203330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200101T172214Z
UID:13344-1578819600-1578841200@www.essexcountynature.com
SUMMARY:Winter Birding Along the Detroit River
DESCRIPTION:Meet at 9 a.m. at  Lakeview Park Marina\, 9200 Riverside Drive East\, Windsor. \nLeaders: Kory Renaud and Jeremy Hatt. \nThis event is held in partnership with Ontario Field Ornithologists. \nWinter is an excellent time of year to observe waterfowl\, gulls and birds of prey using the open water of the Detroit River. We will start the day at the marina\, make a visit to Little River Corridor\, continue down river to check a few spots and end at Ojibway Park. \nBe sure to dress for the weather\, pack some snacks and bring a scope if you have one. Due to the duration of the outing (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.)\, we will make a brief stop for lunch along the way.
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/winter-birding-along-the-detroit-river/
LOCATION:Lakeview Park Marina\, 9200 Riverside Drive East\, Windsor\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Hike/Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200212T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200212T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20200101T174733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200131T202232Z
UID:13358-1581535800-1581543000@www.essexcountynature.com
SUMMARY:Essex County Nature Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Tom Preney\, the City of Windsor’s biodiversity co-ordinator\, will talk about how fun and easy it is to contribute to citizen science using iNaturalist. \niNaturalist blends science and technology and uses social networking to discuss real time observations while documenting biodiversity. Through an interactive presentation Tom will introduce you to the world of iNaturalist and provide a tutorial on how to use both the web and mobile version so you can contribute to the world’s leading citizen science project. \nBefore attending the presentation participants are encouraged to download the iNaturalist app on their mobile device. \nMeeting location: Ojibway Nature Centre\, 5200 Matchette Road\, Windsor.
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/essex-county-nature-meeting-26/
LOCATION:Ojibway Nature Centre
CATEGORIES:Essex County Nature Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200216T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200216T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20200131T210326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200131T210503Z
UID:13388-1581861600-1581867000@www.essexcountynature.com
SUMMARY:Native Trees and Shrubs Winter Identification Walk
DESCRIPTION:This native trees and shrubs identification walk/workshop will be led by Dave Kraus. \nMeet outside the Ojibway Nature Centre\, 5200 Matchette Road\, Windsor\, by the parking lot. (Remember to hide valuables and lock your cars.) \nWe will take a leisurely walk on some of the trails\, observing wildlife and learning some simple clues that are helpful in distinguishing some local native trees and shrubs when they are leafless. \nBinoculars will be helpful for both wildlife and tree identification.
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/native-trees-and-shrubs-winter-identification-walk-2/
CATEGORIES:Hike/Trip
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200219T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200219T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20200101T171448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200101T172437Z
UID:13351-1582137000-1582144200@www.essexcountynature.com
SUMMARY:New Member Orientation Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join other members as we explore the inner workings of the Essex County Field Naturalists’ Club on Wednesday\, Feb. 19\, at 6:30 p.m. at the Ojibway Nature Centre\, 5200 Matchette Road\, Windsor. \nThe meeting will be hosted by the membership committee and will cover the club’s activities\, structure\, history and volunteer opportunities. This is a great opportunity to ask questions and provide suggestions for the future. \nPlease confirm attendance by Feb. 11 to carlmaiolani@cogeco.ca or by calling Carl Maiolani at 519-972-1399. Pizza will be served at the beginning of the meeting. \nAll members are welcome and encouraged to attend.
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/new-member-orientation-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Ojibway Nature Centre
CATEGORIES:Essex County Nature Meeting,Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200229T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200229T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20200207T221816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200209T193525Z
UID:13393-1582970400-1582981200@www.essexcountynature.com
SUMMARY:Discover Ducks in the Detroit River
DESCRIPTION:Learn about ducks that depend on the Detroit River in the winter. Use binoculars and scopes to get a close-up look at ducks on the river. Expert birders will be on hand to help with identification. \nTake part in a duck scavenger hunt and leave with a beginner guide to ducks on the river. \nWarm up with some hot chocolate and snacks. (Bring a mug if you can.) \nThis is a free\, drop-in event for all ages at King’s Navy Yard Park\, 242 Dalhousie St.\, Amherstburg. \nIt is sponsored by Birds Canada and the Essex County Field Naturalists’ Club. \nFor more information email abichel@birdscanada.org.
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/discover-ducks-in-the-detroit-river/
LOCATION:King’s Navy Yard Park\, 242 Dalhousie Street\, Amherstburg\, Ontario\, N9V 1W4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200311T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200311T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20200214T170727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200214T170942Z
UID:13404-1583955000-1583962200@www.essexcountynature.com
SUMMARY:Essex County Nature Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:At this meeting club members elect board members\, review last year’s minutes and club finances\, and participate in the always popular year-in-review quiz. \nAfter the meeting\, stay for some coffee\, tea\, snacks and socializing. \n\nMeeting location: Ojibway Nature Centre\, 5200 Matchette Road\, Windsor.
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/essex-county-nature-annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Ojibway Nature Centre
CATEGORIES:Essex County Nature Meeting
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200326T213000
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Jack Miner Nite Hike
DESCRIPTION:We regret that we have had to cancel this event. \nKeep checking the event calendar regularly for future hikes. \nJoin other club members for an evening search for owls and other night life at the Jack Miner Bird Sanctuary. \nLocation: Jack Miner Bird Sanctuary\, 332 Road 3 West\, Kingsville\, Ont. \n 
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/jack-miner-nite-hike/
CATEGORIES:Hike/Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200404T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200404T203000
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Evening Spring Herp Walk
DESCRIPTION:We regret that we have had to cancel this event. \nKeep checking the event calendar regularly for future hikes. \nTake an evening stroll with club member Dave Kraus on his property a 1515 Mersea Road 7 in Leamington. Look for spring wildflowers\, turtles\, waterfowl\, shorebirds\, snakes and spring birds. At dusk\, watch for foraging bats\, woodcock aerial displays\, and maybe screech and great horned owls. Even if they can’t be seen\, expect to hear woodcocks\, spring peepers\, chorus frogs\, leopard frogs\, screech owls\, great horned owls and coyotes. \nPark on the grass farm lane off to the right before reaching the barn when coming down the gravel driveway. Wear waterproof boots and layers for the weather. You might want a headlight or flashlight if you have one. If you wish\, bring a lawn chair to sit out after the walk and listen to the (hopefully) loud evening chorus\, chat\, star gaze and enjoy a beverage (bring your own). \nIf the weather is poor on April 4 the event will be rescheduled to April 11. \nLocation: 1515 Mersea Road 7\, Leamington\, Ont.
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/evening-spring-herp-walk/
CATEGORIES:Hike/Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20200408T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20200408T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20200309T135938Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Essex County Nature Meeting
DESCRIPTION:We regret that we have had to cancel this meeting. \nOur guest presenters will be Jackie Serran\, the remedial action plan co-ordinator for the Detroit River Canadian Cleanup\, and Gina Pannunzio\, the Essex Region Conservation Authority’s partnerships and outreach co-ordinator. Jackie will provide an update on the cleanup progress\, share preliminary results of the fish consumption survey and highlight some habitat work taking place in the watersheds. To wrap up\, Gina will share some of the outreach events taking place in the spring\, including community restoration projects\, watershed cleanups\, invasive species pulls\, nature hikes and more. \nLocation: Ojibway Nature Centre\, 5200 Matchette Road\, Windsor\, Ont.
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/essex-county-nature-meeting-27/
CATEGORIES:Essex County Nature Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201111T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201111T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20201110T014134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201110T014637Z
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SUMMARY:Essex County Nature Meeting - Online
DESCRIPTION:Our first live and online members’ meeting!  Ryan Wolfe will talk on the conservation aspect of his masters research project. It will be targeted at unraveling the history and current status of the Blue Racer in Canada while highlighting some of the conservation work going on to protect the species\, and recommendations for what we can do in the future. \nThis meeting will take place live on Zoom on Wednesday\, November 11 at 7:30pm. \nTo join the meeting\, please visit https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85909486771?pwd=MjhmelA5bUIxT25JRUF4djBYclZEUT09. Please join the online meeting at least 5 minutes early to make sure your computer is set up and ready to view the presentation. If your computer does not have Zoom installed\, you will be prompted to download and set it up in order to join the presentation. This is a quick and simple process.
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/essex-county-nature-meeting-online/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Essex County Nature Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20210113T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20210113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T180722
CREATED:20210106T014945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210106T014945Z
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SUMMARY:Monthly meeting on Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Join us via Zoom on Wednesday\, Jan. 13\, 2021 at 7:30 p.m. for our monthly meeting\, which will feature a presentation about species at risk in the Great Lakes. \n\n\n\nThe Great Lakes support a diverse array of plants and animals\, with rich ecosystems that are unique in the world. The lakes provide us with fresh drinking water\, food and recreational opportunities. \n\n\n\nOur guest speaker is Kat Lucas\, the Aqua-Links program assistant at the Toronto Zoo. She will focus on some of the species at risk in the Great Lakes and our role as individuals to protect this sensitive ecosystem. \n\n\n\nLucas has a passion for conservation education and connecting others with the environment. She graduated from the University of Guelph with a bachelor of science\, zoology and a master of environmental science with a focus on aquatic toxicology and fish reproduction. \n\n\n\nYou will be able to ask questions after her presentation\, so come prepared! \n\nTap here on Jan. 13 at 7:30 p.m. to join the meeting on Zoom.
URL:https://www.essexcountynature.com/event/monthly-meeting-on-zoom/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Essex County Nature Meeting
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