Our Forests-See The Future!

Sudbury Forest Management Planning (FMP) for the next 10 years is currently underway. The Sudbury Forest Local Citizen's Committee invites you to attend an Open House in July.

Forests are many things to many people, a place to work and a place to play. The open houses show where logging is expected to occur between 2010 and 2020. New roads are an important part of the FMP. You can see where they are proposed. Public comments are encouraged at this time.

Open House Dates:

• July 14, 3 pm to 8 pm and July 15, 9 am to 1 pm at the Howard Johnson Hotel 50 Brady St. Sudbury, On
• St. Charles, July 16, 3 to 8 pm, St. Charles Community Centre.

You will have the opportunity to review and comment on:

• proposed areas identified for harvest, renewal and tending operations;
• proposed road locations and conditions for the first five-year term;
• preferred areas of operations for the second five-year terms;
• proposed corridors for new primary and branch roads for the ten-year term;
• a proposal to amend specific management direction for Sturgeon River Provincial Park in the 2007 Temagami Area Park Management Plan

for more information visit www.sudburyforest.com

Lecture Series: Ecotourism and the G8

The Muskoka Watershed Council and the Muskoka Heritage Foundation are holding a lecture series on issues important to watershed health. The fourth lecture, entitled Ecotourism and the G8, is scheduled for Thursday June 18 at 7 pm at the Algonquin Theatre in Huntsville. The lecture will provide an overview of environmental actions undertaken by G8 leaders in the past, spotlight work done on ecotourism around the world and how we can apply that knowledge to Muskoka/Haliburton.

There will be three speakers and an opportunity to ask questions. The speakers include Ella Kokotsis who is the Director of Research for the G8 Research Group at the University of Toronto; Paul Eagles, professor in ecotourism at the University of Waterloo; and Robin Tapley, a local ecotourism operator.

Ecotourism in the Land Between

The Ontario Ecotourism Society was excited to participate in the 3rd Annual Research Forum for the Land Between. The forum was held Friday, June 12, 2009 in Buckhorn Ontario and featured presenters on a wide range of topics. A presentation was made by tOES President Valerie Bishop offering background on ecotourism philosophy and practice. The presentation also showcased our members currently operating in the Land Between including: White Squall, Eskakwa Eco Lodge, Gaia Centre, Gamiing Centre and Yours Outdoors.

The Land Between is a transition zone between the Canadian Shield and the St. Lawrence Lowlands. It skirts the Algonquin Dome stretching from Georgian Bay to the Frontenac Arch. This region has more shoreline than anywhere else in Ontario. Many of its habitats and species are only found here. It is a place of unique culture and history.

To learn more about the Land Between and the annual research forum please visit: www.thelandbetween.ca

Paddling with White Squall Summer 2009

White squall is coming to town this summer! Join us as we tour Parry Sound Harbour and parts of the Big Sound, Georgian Bay in stable touring tandem kayaks. These two and half hour afternoon & evening tours are perfect for folks who have never paddled before and want to get their feet wet in the Bay's cool crystal waters. Tours depart and return from Sail Parry Sound Dock.

Harbour Hopper Kayak Tour (no experience needed)

2-4:30 pm every Tuesday afternoon-July7, 14,21,28, Aug. 4,11,18,25- Cost $45

A fun tour of Parry Sound Harbour in tandem kayaks with our trained and knowledgeable guides.

Full Moon Paddle (no experience needed)

7-9:30 pm on June 6, July 4, August 5 Cost: $45

Wander with us out from Parry Sound Harbour in tandems and paddle back with a full moon!

Women on the Water (No experience needed)

7-9:30 pm on June 21 Cost: $45

Celebrate the longest day with us in a quiet evening paddle (we'll use tandems) in Parry Sound.

Free Fun Trials! Come on out to:

Squall Goes to Town-Free Test Paddle Nights in Parry Sound

When: 6:30-8 pm Tuesday nights-July 7,14,21,28-August 4,11,18,25 Free!

Green Communities News

Eco-Activities:  Peterborough Green-Up's Green Home and Garden Tour features homeowners who have switched to renewable sources of energy or gone pesticide-free.  June 6th.  

Windfall Festival:  Windfall Ecllogy Centre's 8th annual Ecology Festival presents live music, local foods, buskers, Kids Fun Zone, workshops and more.  Newmarket, 13-14 June.

Summer and Suds:  Environment Network's Explorations Green Summer Day Camp follows the philosophy of Earth Education: hands-on environmental learning and dynamic outdoor activities.  June 29th- August 28th.  

Green Roofs By Law:  City of Toronto new green roof by-law sets a green roof construction standard and a mandatory requirement for green roofs on all classes of new buildings.  It also requires up to 50% green roof coverage on multi-unit residential dwellings, schools, non-prfit housing, commer and industrial buildings.

Changing Habits:  EcoSuperior encourages people to walk to work on Wednesday, bring a cold lunch on Thursday, and enjoy dinner on Friay in natural light.  

Who's the Boss?  TD Friends of the Environment Foundation's CEO Poll reveals that 52% of women are chief Environmental Officer of their household compared to 36% of men.  Children are the number one influence on environmental behaviour-with more than one in four respondents acknowledging that their children influenced them to be more environmentally responsible.  Top three green activities:  recycling (91%), reducing the home's energy consumption (84%) and encouraging waste reduction (82%).

Film Festival:  Onghiara Environmental film festival presents environmental films-including One Man, One Cow, One Planet-international guest speakers and panel discussion celebrating sustainability, stewardship and solutions.  Niagara area, 5-6 & 13 June

9th Annual Lakeland Conference Announced!

The date and location of the 9th annual Lakeland conference has bee announced! The conference will be held from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm on Saturday, September 19th at Sir Sandford Fleming College (Haliburton Campus). The organizing committee is currently working on the agenda and our theme for this year is:

"Take Action for the Health of Our Lakes: Showcasing the Efforts of our Lake Communities".

Please visit the Events page at www.greenup.on.ca in the coming weeks for agenda updates and further details. Pre-registration is required. Admission is $20 per person and $35 per couple. LUnch and coffee is included.