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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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.
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Subscribe to Ontario Nature’s Network News
Nature London is a founding member of Ontario Nature (formerly the Federation of Ontario Naturalists (FON). Learn more or receive the Ontario Nature Network Newsletter at Ontario Nature Net. The August 2024 issue has conservation updates for Ontario Nature’s 150 member groups and supporters.
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Submitting Photos to The Cardinal and the Image Database
The Cardinal is always interested in receiving photos from members. All photos received are archived in the club’s Image Database. Some are used to illustrate articles. Some of the best appear in colour on the front and back covers of the Cardinal. For more information see Submissions to the Image Database
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Volunteer Opportunities
Information about volunteer opportunities and volunteering has been collected under a new area on the website. The most recent addition to the list is from the Conservation Action Committee.
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.”
Ontario Reptile and Amphibian Atlas – Story and Findings
Save the date! Thursday!
MEMBERS ONLY – REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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
Awards Banquet with Jim and Sue Waddington
Join us for a lovely evening of food, socializing, raffle prizes, and a great presentation.
Field Trips
Birding at the Coves
We often see robins, sparrows, goldfinches, woodpeckers, nuthatches, ducks, chickadees, cardinals, and hawks.
MEMBERS ONLY – REGISTRATION REQUIRED
London, Ontario Canada
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.
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.