Nature Bits 2

Photo by Paul Wallace of CressyAs the NatureStuff website continues to grow, there are often articles and submissions that we want to see on the website, but don’t really fit under any of the current Menu headings. This section is where you are apt to find these miscellaneous topics. If you have any ideas for topics of interest for the NatureStuff website, feel free to e-mail me and we’ll have a look at what you’ve got. As much as we can, we like to focus on the Quinte region and all the different opportunities there are out there for nature enthusiasts. But don’t let that stop you from submitting something for consideration.
Currently, this section of the website offers the following: Do you have an environmental beef? Then submit it to me for consideration and I will post it under our  Environmental Rant section. Learn about a rare Grey Fox in Thurlow, where you can have kayak trailers made in Napanee, or learn what most County folks think about wind turbines.  More will be appearing in the months to come. Be sure to check in again.

It’s March – What Birds Are Here This month?

While March generally marks the start of the spring migration, the date of arrival is almost as uncertain as the weather itself.  Persistent snowfalls and blustery weather will halt the northward movement, while an early spring will prompt the arrival of RED-WINGED BLACKBIRDS, NORTHERN…

Quinte Field Naturalists Annual Dinner

Greetings to all: Quinte Field Naturalists is pleased to announce its Annual Fundraising Dinner on Wednesday, May 14th We invite you to enjoy a delicious meal, hear a wonderful speaker, and support QFN’s efforts to conserve and protect nature in your neighbourhood and beyond….

Ontario Rare Bird Report

Ontario Rare Bird Report for the week of February 14, 2025  This weekly report provides information about bird sightings that aresignificant due to the species, the location and/or time of year of thesighting.  Within these weekly reports, as much detail will be provided aspossible…

Kingston and Area Bird Sightings

Kingston Area Birds February 08 2025 – February 14, 2025 Kingston Field Naturalists (KFN) maintain records in a 50km radius ofMacDonald Park, Kingston. Birders using eBird are encouraged to share theirsightings with ‘Kingston FN’. Alternatively, please email  records directlyto me – contact details below….

Flowering Rush in the Napanee River

Invasive aquatic species are on the rise as the Napanee River is being invaded by Flowering Rush! WHERE: Newburgh Community Hall (2 Factory Street) WHEN: Saturday, February 22 from 9:30am – 11:00am Join Friends of the Napanee River for a public information session on…

What Bird Species Can We Expect To See in February?

What has already been said about January can also be applied to February. As far as snow goes, there has been little through January, but lots of rain.  However, it is still winter and I am sure winter isn’t over yet!  Any good species…

Growing Up Big Island (2021)

“GROWING UP BIG ISLAND” A look at life on Big Island growing up in the 1950s Terry’s new book, Growing Up Big Island, is his fifth literary effort, and relates his memories of growing up on “the Island” in the 1950s.  Contained are stories…

Prince Edward County Bird List

Prince Edward County Checklist of Birds(November, 2024) Because of its location in eastern Lake Ontario, Prince Edward County is a natural catch-all for migrating birds during both spring and fall. The points of land along the southern shore especially, provide excellent birding opportunities during…