Friends of Second Marsh is a non-profit charity dedicated to the protection and appreciation of Oshawa Second Marsh and its watershed.
Oshawa, Ontario
Joined November 2014
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A big thank you to all who participated in Communities with Brooms today! Great job everyone!
It's not too late to get involved. Register for the Mayor’s Cleanup on May 25 at oshawa.ca/mayorscleanup
Thank you to our sponsors: @Swish_ca and @TD_Canada.
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✨Get ready to learn, connect and help shape Oshawa!
Visit us @OshawaCentre on Wednesday, May 1 to learn about programs and services and #HaveYourSayOsh on City projects. Complete a feedback form and win a $25 OC gift card! Details at oshawa.ca/ShapeOshawa
ALT a wheelbarrow with items on top and a pail and cone beside. Text in white reads “Used every day in our City, what is it?” with yellow and purple text that reads “Stop by the Oshawa Centre in front of Old Navy to find out! Shape Oshawa. Wednesday, September 20 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.” The City logo is bottom left.
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There had only ever been 2 Pileated Woodpeckers reported on the Global Bird Collision Mapper in Toronto, but yesterday a third was added. This Pileated Woodpecker was found near Spadina/Lakeshore yesterday by a member of the public. She collided at a small low rise building.
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Spring is right around the corner! The sun is shining, the temperature is warming up, and soon, the birds will be back!
You can help ensure that their journey north to their breeding grounds is a safe one by treating your windows with visual markers.
flap.org/stop-birds-from-hit…
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SAVE THE DATE!! EDDMapS Summit 2024 will be April 3 @ 10 am – 2 pm CDT - @UGA @Bugwood Center for Invasive Species and Ecosystem Health is providing a comprehensive one-day training #eddmaps Register here: lnkd.in/gUhte-tB
#eddmapssummit #mappinginvasives #invasivespecies
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Invasive alien species are a threat to #nature, nature’s contributions to people, and good quality of life. 🦟🌱
Read the @ipbes #InvasiveAlienSpecies Report at: ipbes.net/ias to learn more.
ALT An infographic detailing facts about the impacts of invasive alien species from the IPBES Invasive Alien Species Report. The infographic also depicts images of various different invasive alien species such as the grey squirrel, alexandrine parakeet and red fox.
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The Great Backyard Bird Count starts today! Submit sightings to Merlin & eBird to help scientists better understand birds around the world. ***Reminder that FeederWatch counts do NOT get counted towards the GBBC. *** buff.ly/2Mb4Zzv
📷: Northern Flicker by Bob Vuxinic
ALT A medium-sized, black-spotted, tan woodpecker with a red nape and black "necklace" perches in a platform feeder filled with seeds and mealworms.
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Nearly half of the world’s migratory species are in decline, according to a new United Nations report. Habitat loss, illegal hunting, pollution & climate change are a constant threat. That's why the work of DUC is more vital than ever before. Read: loom.ly/EAvnLzI
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The activeOshawa Spring Summer Recreation Guide is here! Flip through the pages to learn about upcoming swimming, fitness, arts and sports activities for all ages 🏊🏀🎨.
Find the Guide online at Oshawa.ca/activeOshawa.
ALT Spring Summer Recreation Guide. Learn about camp, swimming, sports, arts, and fitness programs.
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Is there a great volunteer at an Oshawa-based org. you’re involved with?
We’d love to recognize their commitment, passion & selflessness.
Learn qualifications & how to submit today: oshawa.ca/en/news/oshawa-vol…
ALT Community organization volunteer awards, apply today
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Action Alert ❗The Ontario Government is proposing changes to regulations under the Endangered Species Act, 2007 to “streamline” its implementation and speed up development projects.
Please join us in urging Minister Khanjin not to proceed with the proposed regulatory changes.
➡️ ontarionature.good.do/weaken… #EndangeredSpecies #ONpoli
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Today is #WorldWetlandsDay—and we invite you to pause for a moment to reflect on the benefits of nature and how #WeAllNeedWetlands. 🌱
Thank you to Andrew from Manitoba for sharing this reflection with us. ⬇️
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Happy #WorldWetlandsDay! We are thankful for out wetlands because they clean our water, support biodiversity, prevent flooding, store carbon, and are key to sustainable economic growth. #PlayCleanGo in your favorite wetland areas to continue to protect these fragile ecosystems.
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Don’t let winter stop you from enjoying wetland landscapes on this #WorldWetlandsDay! ❄️
Bundle up and take a break in nature to explore your local wetlands! 🦆
➡️ ducks.ca/places/explore-wetl…
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#FunFact: Beavers stay busy in winter! They swim and search for food under ice. They reinforce their lodges with branches, mud, and rocks for cozy shelter and protection from predators. The smart design even has an underwater entrance!
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Nature journaling can start kids on a lifelong journey of observing and appreciating nature. ✍️ 🌲 💙
Ready to get started?
▶️ Our winter sketchbook gives kids a fun space to jot down their observations: bit.ly/48ITF2M
ALT Person holding Winter Animals Sketchbook
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It's a little colder now but spending time in nature can reduce stress levels and increase physical fitness, especially for kids.
Here are some of the top reasons you should get active outdoors this winter: ontarioparks.com/parksblog/c…
ALT Image of a child laughing while sledding down a hill head first. Text reads: Play outside this winter
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Are you going to the Bright and Merry Market on November 16? Look for Oshawa Museum staff in our Victorian finest who are chatting holiday traditions with an ornament activity for kids! Find us on Bagot Street, across from the library!
ALT Colour photograph of two people wearing Victorian clothing
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Growing plants from seed can be intimidating, so we’re hosting a free webinar to break it down step-by-step! Join us on Sunday, November 26 to get your winter sowing started: ow.ly/tIy750Q7U9G #SeedSitters #WinterSowing #GardeningTips
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If you see a coyote — report it. Oshawa is urging residents to report wildlife sightings after recent coyote sightings and confrontations in the city. @oshawacity
durhamregion.com/news/oshawa…