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SUMMARY:Monarch March
DESCRIPTION:Soon\, the Monarch butterflies will begin to emerge from their winter sleep in Mexico\, getting ready to start their journey north to lay their eggs. As each new generation moves farther north and finally reaches us here in Nova Scotia\, the generation that hatches in our province will take on the incredible 5\,000 km flight back to Mexico to spend the winter in their special forest habitat.\n\nThe Mersey Tobeatic Research Institute is asking everyone to celebrate this massive migration and help raise awareness for this Endangered butterfly by marching during the month of March. Our collective goal is to walk\, jog\, or run 5\,000 km in honour of this remarkable insect.\nSubmission forms will open on March 1st\, 2026\, and this year we’re excited to introduce a prize for the participant who logs the most kilometers.\n\nVisit MTRI’s Facebook page for more info
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SUMMARY:Hemlock Conservation Webinar: Understanding Biological Control & Research in Nova Scotia
DESCRIPTION:This online webinar will focus on biological control\, a long-term strategy that uses natural predators to reduce Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA) populations. Current research in Nova Scotia includes evaluating and releasing specialist predators such as Laricobius nigrinus\, a beetle that feeds on HWA and has shown promise for establishing in affected stands. This work is advancing with federal and provincial support for predator rearing and release programs within a broader integrated management approach.  \nPresenters Jeff Fidgen and Dr. Kirk Hillier will share current findings on predator establishment\, research progress\, and how biological control fits within long-term hemlock conservation. Woodland stewards will leave with a clearer understanding of the role biological control can play in sustaining hemlock ecosystems as part of a resilient\, multi-faceted approach to managing HWA.  \nThis webinar is part of a three-part series designed to equip woodland stewards with practical\, research-informed tools for responding to Hemlock Woolly Adelgid (HWA)\, an invasive\, aphid-like insect that has been devastating hemlock forests in Nova Scotia since its discovery in 2017.  Follow the links below to register for parts 2 and 3.  \nWebinar 1: Chemical Treatment Options and Resources for Woodland Stewards (February 26th) \nWebinar 3: Silviculture Strategies to Help Prepare & Adapt your Woodland for HWA
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ORGANIZER;CN="Medway Community Forest Cooperative":MAILTO:info@medwaycommunityforest.com
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