A Nature Guide to Ontario

A Nature Guide to Ontario
Author: Federation of Ontario Naturalists
Publisher: University of Toronto Press
Total Pages: 554
Release: 1997-01-01
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9780802027559

Showcases over 600 sites easily accessible by the amateur naturalist. Chapters describe how to get the most out of a nature trip, and provide overviews of Ontario's natural history and rich plant and animal life.

Ontario Nature Guide

Ontario Nature Guide
Author: Krista Kagume
Publisher:
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2016-04
Genre: Natural history
ISBN: 9781772130362

The Ontario Nature Guide lets you discover the wondrous diversity of nature that lies right outside your front door. Covering every inch of Ontario's incredibly varied landscape, this book teaches you to identify 382 species of mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles, fish, invertebrates, trees, shrubs, herbs, grasses and ferns: * Colour illustrations of each species * Native uses of plants * Animal behaviour * Ecology and range * Similar species cross-referenced * Colour maps showing ecoregions, parks and nature areas across Ontario.

Up North

Up North
Author: Doug Bennet
Publisher: M & S
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1998
Genre: Natural history
ISBN: 9780771011160

An indispensable guide to learning about things that go bump in the night and are forever sucking your blood in the wilderness. Easily carried in a knapsack or coat pocket, "Up North" provides fascinating facts about the flora, fauna and other natural phenomena readers are likely to encounter outdoors in Ontario. Illustrations. color photos.

Nature Guide to Atlantic Canada

Nature Guide to Atlantic Canada
Author: Erin McCloskey
Publisher: Lone Pine Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: Animals
ISBN: 9781551056128

The Nature Guide to Atlantic Canada lets you discover the wonderful diversity of nature that lies right outside your front door. Whether you live in the city or in the country, hundreds of species of plants and animals share your living space. Get to know your neighbours! Covering every square inch of Atlantic's Canada's incredibly varied landscape, this book helps you identify over 400 species of mammals, birds. Amphibians, retiles, invertebrates, fish, trees, shrubs, herbs, grasses and ferns. This latest nature guide for Atlantic Canada is the perfect resource for anyone- teachers, parents, students, children's groups-interested in learning more about nature in their backyard and beyond.

The Big Book of Nature Activities

The Big Book of Nature Activities
Author: Jacob Rodenburg
Publisher: New Society Publishers
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016-06-17
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9780865718029

The average child can identify over 300 corporate logos, but only 10 native plants or animals. This is a comprehensive guide for parents and educators to help youth develop a deeper appreciation of the natural world. This amazing compendium is packed with seasonal games, crafts, skills, stories and observations to make outdoor learning fun!

Restoring Nature's Place

Restoring Nature's Place
Author: Jean-Marc Daigle
Publisher: Schomberg, Ont. : Ecological Outlook Consulting
Total Pages: 244
Release: 1996
Genre: Education
ISBN:

Ontario Provincial Parks

Ontario Provincial Parks
Author: Allen MacPherson
Publisher: Erin, Ont. : Boston Mills Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2005
Genre: Hiking
ISBN: 9781550464474

A guide to the 302 interpretive and hiking trails in Ontario's provincial parks with an in-depth look at selected trails in each region of the province. Appropriate for novices, most walks are under two hours. The revised edition is fully updated.

The Book of Nature Connection

The Book of Nature Connection
Author: Jacob Rodenburg
Publisher: New Society Publishers
Total Pages: 168
Release: 2022-04-19
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1771423617

Unplug from technology and "plug in" to nature through the wonder of your senses. The Book of Nature Connection is packed with fun activities for using all our senses to engage with nature in a deep and nourishing way. From "extenda-ears" and acorn whistles to bird calls, camouflage games, and scent scavenger hunts, enjoy over 70 diverse, engaging, sensory activities for all ages that promote mindfulness and nature connection. With activities grouped by the main senses – hearing, sight, smell, touch, and taste – plus sensory walks and group games, The Book of Nature Connection is both a powerful learning tool kit and the cure for sensory anesthesia brought on by screen time and lives lived indoors. Whisper in birds, be dazzled by nature's kaleidoscope of colors, taste the freshness of each season, learn to savor the scented world of evergreens, hug a tree and feel the bark against your cheek. Spending time in nature with all senses tuned and primed helps us feel like we belong to the natural world – and in belonging, we come to feel more connected, nourished, and alive. Ideal for educators, camp and youth leaders, caregivers and parents, and anyone looking to reconnect and become a nature sommelier! AWARDS GOLD | 2023 Nautilus Book Awards | Special Honors: Educational Guidebooks SILVER | 2023 IPPY Awards: Nature SILVER | 35th IBPA Benjamin Franklin Book Awards: Nature & Environment

Kaufman Field Guide to Insects of North America

Kaufman Field Guide to Insects of North America
Author: Eric R. Eaton
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Total Pages: 396
Release: 2007
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 9780618153107

A comprehensive guide to the insects of North America contains information--including life histories, behaviors, and habitats--on every major group of insects found north of Mexico.

Best Places to Bird in Ontario

Best Places to Bird in Ontario
Author: Kenneth Burrell
Publisher: Greystone Books Ltd
Total Pages: 214
Release: 2019-05-07
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 177164365X

An insider’s guide to the best birding in Ontario, featuring thirty highly recommended sites. It’s no secret: Ontario’s rich natural landscape and diverse wildlife provides some of the most exceptional birdwatching Canada has to offer, attracting thousands of bird-lovers each year. In this user-friendly guidebook, local experts Mike and Ken Burrell show us why. Outlining thirty of their personal favorite spots at which to enjoy the province’s birding, they take readers on an avian tour from Point Pelee to Moosonee, Rainy River to Cornwall. Along the way, they draw from their extensive experience as professional birding guides and field biologists to share insider tips for spotting more than three hundred unique species, advice for exactly when and where to go for the best results, and helpful hints for finding rarely seen birds. Finally, they provide detailed instructions for accessing and enjoying each of the highly recommended sites. Ranging from beloved classics to remote hidden gems, many of these locales are within driving distance of Toronto, Hamilton, or Ottawa; some are even accessible on foot; and each is as spectacular as the last. With clear maps, beautiful color photos, and a wealth of useful information, Best Places to Bird in Ontario is an invaluable resource that will delight first-time and experienced birders alike.