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April 2, 2021

Results for March Madness for Conifers

Here are the results of the March Madness for Conifer trees across Lanark County.
Total observations for March were 153 conifer trees.
A total of 11 conifer tree species were observed.

In terms of size, here are the stats for the month:
Eastern Hemlock = 98.5 cm diameter (denisag2).

  • That’s 93% of one recorded at 105.4 cm in Ontario.

White Spruce = 66.7 cm diameter (sylviamiller).

  • That’s 84% of one recorded at 79 cm in Ontario.

Balsam Fir = 40 cm diameter (denisag2).

  • That’s 85% of one recorded at 47 cm in Ontario.

Eastern White Pine = 113.2 cm diameter (sylviamiller).

  • That’s only 66% of one recorded at 172 cm in Ontario.

Eastern White Cedar = 64.5 cm diameter (denisag2).

  • That’s only 36% of one recorded at 178 cm in Ontario.

Tamarack = 50.8 cm diameter (sylviamiller).

  • That’s 76% of one recorded at 67 cm in Ontario.

Red Pine = 50.2 cm diameter (sylviamiller).
Jack Pine = 32.4 cm diameter (sylviamiller).

The observation breakdown for the month by species was:
48 Eastern White Cedars
33 Eastern White Pines
23 White Spruces
10 Eastern Hemlocks
9 Red Pines
9 Balsam Firs
8 Common Junipers
5 Tamaracks
3 Jack Pines
3 Norway Spruces
1 Scots Pine

A big Thank You to Owen Clarkin for inspiring MVFN to look more at all the trees around us and for all the tree IDs on the March conifer project!

Thanks to all for participating, Happy Spring, and keep posting to iNaturalist!
.. Denis
(denisag2)

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April 5, 2021

Free iNaturalist webinar (hosted by CWF)

Hi All,
iNaturalist has become one of the world’s most popular nature apps and the Canadian Wildlife Federation has led the charge in bringing it to Canada. It’s more than just an app; there’s an entire online platform complete with image recognition technology along with a growing community to support you in your discoveries. Join us in leaning the ins and outs of using the app and iNaturalist.ca to record wildlife observations - from the tiniest bug to the tallest tree and everything in between. You’ll then be equipped and ready to take part in the City Nature Challenge, the largest annual initiative on iNaturalist, happening April 30 to May 3, 2021.
This webinar is one hour.

Date: April 7, 2021
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. ET
Location: Online
Hosting Organization: CWF
Cost: FREE
Link for more nformation and to register:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IbuOJszfQbC2jUxM31dB2Q

.. Denis (denisag2)

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April 19, 2021

Spring Ephemerals

Hi,
Spring has arrived early this year, and the ephemerals are out (showing off)!
So far, I’ve seen Hepaticas, Carolina Spring Beauty, and Dutchman’s Breeches in bloom. Yellow Trout Lilies, Trilliums, and others are sprouting all over and will soon be blooming!

Remember, it’s a short season for the ephemerals, so this is the time to get out and enjoy the show. Don’t forget to bring your camera for posting the species you encounter and any other nature sightings.

Here are a few links on ephemerals and spring flowers that you may find interesting.

What on Earth are Spring Ephemerals?
https://www.biodiversityeducation.ca/blog/what-on-earth-are-spring-ephemerals

Ontario Wildflowers (Species Blooming in Spring)
http://ontariowildflowers.com/main/season.php?type=1

Please feel free to add other articles, references, and comments.

Regards,
.. Denis (denisag2)

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April 20, 2021

FYI, iNaturalist webinar (CWF)

WHEN: Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. ET
WHERE: Zoom meeting online
LEARN MORE: CWF WILD Webinars

Please join us online on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at 12:00 p.m. ET for a one-hour webinar about how iNaturalist has become one of the world’s most popular nature apps and the Canadian Wildlife Federation has led the charge in bringing it to Canada. But the strength behind iNaturalist is thanks to a wonderful community of people contributing observations and identifications.

Register here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_N_p7LtgRTrCl_XUZH4_06A

.. Denis (denisag2)

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