The Cardinal
The Cardinal is Nature London’s quarterly publication. Members have access to issues online and can receive printed copies by mail. We welcome all to join us and share our mission.
In this edition: board meetings, outing reports, book reviews, Cedarcroft, insects, Ospreys, flowers, conservation action, Bill Maddeford’s speech at members’ night, photos and more photos.
For online access, see The Cardinal Issues Online and enter the password from the back of your membership card.
Cover photo of Halloween Pennant by Derek Blake.
Upcoming Events
Announcements
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Special Offer
Members must use their password to access the invitation.
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Cedarcroft Closed Until Further Notice
Cedarcroft, Nature London’s treasured reserve is currently closed. More information is available on a dedicated page.
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YouTube Channel Update: Teagan Netten on Ontario Reptile and Amphibian Atlas – Story and Findings
Teagan Netten, Conservation Science Coordinator, Ontario Nature, presents the story of the Ontario Reptile and Amphibian Atlas and key findings of the 10-year community science project. Watch the video on Nature London’s YouTube Channel. Your member password is required.
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Volunteer Opportunities
Information about volunteer opportunities and volunteering is available online.
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London Symphonia Discount Offer for Members Only
For the 2024-25 Season, London Symphonia is happy to offer Nature London members 10% off their ticket price. This does not include subscriptions. See this members-only page for details.
For retired items, see Archived News.
Meetings with Nature Talks
Cookies and coffee will be served at Indoor Meetings (but not Birding Wing meetings). Please bring your own mug if possible to reduce our environmental impact.
The Nature London board has revised its masking guidelines for those attending in person. “Masking is no longer required at Nature London indoor meetings but encouraged, particularly for those individuals who are at higher risk for infection. We remain mask friendly. Please refrain from attending indoor meetings if you are currently experiencing an infection or illness, particularly an upper respiratory tract infection.”
Brett Forsyth’s Human-powered Ontario Big Year
In 2022, Brett Forsyth embarked on an adventure to set Ontario’s first human-powered big year record.
MEMBERS ONLY – REGISTRATION REQUIRED – THURSDAY NIGHT
Protected: Finance Committee Q&A
For members only, the Finance Committee will present options and answer your questions about handling recent bequests.
Awards Banquet with Jim and Sue Waddington
Join us for a lovely evening of food, socializing, raffle prizes, and a great presentation.
Field Trips
Westminster Ponds in Fall
Walk in several habitats to enjoy the birds and plants of the fall.
MEMBERS ONLY – REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Fall Birding West of London
Sewage lagoons in Strathroy and Mount Forest. Also, Lake Huron shoreline.
MEMBERS ONLY – REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Witness the Rut
The White-tailed Deer breeding season is in full swing. Bear witness!
MEMBERS ONLY – REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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Conservation Action Alerts
Conservation Action Alerts keep you informed about upcoming opportunities to provide input and influence public environmental policy. Members and non-members may subscribe. There is an “Unsubscribe” link at the bottom of each email. In the future, action alerts will be logged on the website.
Social Media
Follow us on our Facebook page and visit (or subscribe to) our YouTube channel. When you join or renew your membership, you may subscribe to Conservation Action Alerts and the E-Newsletter (twice each month).
Members can see recordings of recent Nature in the City, Indoor Meeting and Birding Wing presentations. Each will be available for a limited time only.
Community Events
See London Environment Network’s event calendar, Green in the City calendar, Urban League’s event calendar, and Wild Bird’s Unlimited homepage for more events.
Little Nature Explorers (1 of 6 -Terrific Trees)
One of a series of events at Featherfields in Wortley Village. Oct 19, Nov 2,16&23, Dec 7&10
Green in the City: Staying Active and Healthy in Nature
Green in the City is an annual event series organized by the City of London, London Public Library, and London Environmental Network. The series aims to explore sustainability topics through a local […]
Little Nature Explorers (2 of 6 – Bats Galore)
One of a series of events at Featherfields in Wortley Village. Oct 19, Nov 2,16&23, Dec 7&10
Stay Informed: Beyond Nature London
With so many nature organizations in Ontario, it is impossible to present all of the news and events that may be of interest to Nature London members. See more information other nature-related and environment-related organizations.