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In the News (Wed 16 Dec 09)

  
  What Can You Do?
As a rule, the forest interior is that portion of a woodlot greater than 100 metres from the woodland edge – a field, road, hydro corridor.
Larger woodlands also have a greater buffering capacity from the wind and sun that dries out the forest edges.
Small woodlands are more susceptible to invasive species such as buckthorn, garlic mustard and dog-strangling vine.
www.trentu.ca /org/woodlands/id4.html   (1034 words)

  
  Woodlands - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Woodlands High School in The Woodlands, Texas.
The Woodlands School, a junior high and high school in Mississauga, Ontario.
The Woodlands Cemetery, a famous cemetery in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Woodlands   (109 words)

  
 Green Ontario
CBA Ontario is the Ontario branch of the Canadian Bar Association, an association of lawyers.
The Ontario Forestry Association is a non-profit, registered charity dedicated to raising awareness and understanding of all aspects of Ontario's forests and developing a commitment to forest conservation.
The objectives of the Ontario Professional Foresters Association (OPFA) are to promote and increase the knowledge, skill and proficiency of its members in all things related to forestry and to regulate the practice of professional forestry among its members.
www.greenontario.org /direct/profess.html   (981 words)

  
 Large Woodlands Conservation Cooperative
The LWCC consists of landowners, naturalists, foresters, and biologists with an interest in forest management and a concern with the fragmentation of Ontario's forests.
Woodlots in southern Ontario tend to be small and intersected by roads, farm fields, trails and urban and rural development.
The Large Woodlands Conservation Cooperative is grateful to the Ontario Trillium Foundation for their generous support of this program.
www.trentu.ca /org/woodlands/index.html   (652 words)

  
 Ontario - Ontario's North - Industry Sectors - Forest Products
Northern Ontario is home to 16 of the province’s 33 pulp and paper mills and accounts for all of Ontario’s annual market pulp production (approximately 1.9 million tonnes).
Of the $1.4 billion spent on major capital improvements in the Ontario forest industry since 1995, approximately 90 percent was associated with projects in Northern Ontario.
The forests of Northern Ontario are managed to internationally recognized standards of sustainability, and the quality of the wood fibre produced is excellent.
www.2ontario.com /industry/gonorth_industry_forest.asp?gonorth=y   (1117 words)

  
 Kuhlberg, Mark. A Failed Attempt to Circumvent the Limits on Academic Freedom: C. D. Howe, the Forestry Board, and ...
Moreover, Ontario’s largest newsprint companies, Spanish River Pulp and Paper and Abitibi Power and Paper, had voluntarily implemented significant forestry initiatives on the pulpwood concessions they leased from the Crown, and they were eager to cooperate with the government in expanding the scope of their work.
In 1926, the Tories appointed Zavitz (a veteran forester with the Ontario Department of Lands and Forests) to the newly-created position of Deputy Minister of Forestry atop the Department’s Forestry Branch.
Accounts of the history of forestry policy in Ontario in particular and in Canada in general have typically contended that it was industry’s intransigence that prevented the government from implementing significant silvicultural policies: for example, see Gillis and Roach.
www.ucalgary.ca /hic/hic/website/2002vol2no1/articles/kuhlberg.htm   (7840 words)

  
 ontario wilderness north west
Most of Ontario lies north of the southern edge of the Canadian Shield, and most of that is on crown land - land that belongs to everyone in the province.
Ontario is so vast, it may seem that its size is protection enough - but it is not.
There is no place on earth where it has a better chance than Ontario - a wealthy, thinly populated province, where the well-being of 87 per cent of the land is in the hands of its citizens.
users.gtn.net /yurko/ontwild.htm   (756 words)

  
 Wolves Ontario! About Earthroots
Earthroots is a grassroots conservation organization dedicated to the preservation of wilderness, wildlife and watersheds in Canada, with a focus in Ontario.
The TWS was created to fight for the preservation of rare old growth white and red pine forests in the Temagami region of northern Ontario.
Ontario’s Old-Growth Forests: Spotlight on the Ancient Pines of the Temagami region
www.wolvesontario.org /wolves/about/earthroots.shtml   (417 words)

  
 North American Indians - Northeast Woodlands Culture Area
The Indian peoples of the Northeastern woodlands were the storybook Indians - "skulking" through the "dark forest primeval," plying the many lakes in birch-bark canoes, saving the Pilgrims at Plymouth, trading furs for guns with the Europeans, and bequeathing to the English language such words as tomahwak, papoose, squaw, powwow, sachem, and wigwam.
It was here that the myths to legitimatize English conquests were constructed, and it was here that the wholesale appropriation of the resources of the native peoples began: trees and fur-bearing mammals, fish, and of course the land itself.
The Northeast Woodlands includes what is now New England, the Atlantic states as far south as Virginia, the Ohio valley, the Great Lakes, and Canadian territory about 100 miles north of Lake Erie and Ontario.
www.cabrillo.edu /~crsmith/noamer_newoodlands.html   (2545 words)

  
 Woodlands, Ontario - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Woodlands is a ghost town in the Canadian province of Ontario.
It is one of Ontario's Lost Villages, which were permanently flooded by the creation of the St.
Families and businesses in Woodlands were moved to the new town of Ingleside before the seaway construction commenced.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Woodlands,_Ontario   (87 words)

  
 Bird
Ontario to Quebec and south to Georgia, west to Tennessee and Minnesota.
Cultivation: Rhododendron calendulaceum (Flame Azalea) Moist woodlands from SW Pennsylvania and southern Ohio to the moutains in Georgia and Alabama.
Cultivation: Rhus typhina (Staghorn Sumac) Native from southern Ontario, east to Nova Scotia, south to South Carolina, West to Tennessee and Iowa, and north to Minnesota.
pages.prodigy.net /mhess/bird.htm   (2198 words)

  
 Environment Probe
Thus all woodlands in Ontario, except Christmas tree plantations, sugar bush and others qualifying as farms, were assessed on their theoretical development potential, limited only by what local zoning bylaws allowed.
The Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada's comments on Ontario's Mines and Minerals, Policy and Legislation: A Green Paper, released by the Ministry of Northern Development and Mines in December 1988; cited in Ontario Ministry of Northern Development and Mines, Mining Act Backgrounder.
Personal communication with Lynn McIntyre, secretary/treasurer of the Ontario Woodlot and Sawmill Operators Association, March 16, 1994, regarding an informal membership poll conducted by the association in 1993; personal communication with Arthur Mathewson, chair of the Ontario Forestry Association's Private Woodlands Committee, May 2, 1994; and the Ontario Forestry Association's Taxed to Death.
www.environmentprobe.org /enviroprobe/pridon/chapter10.html   (4040 words)

  
 Conservation Ontario
Based on Ontario's system of watersheds, Conservation Authorities are known globally for their stewardship of our rivers, lakes and streams through the development and delivery of comprehensive science-based programs that work with nature to protect, restore and effectively manage Ontario's water resources.
In addition to serving the public and Ontario landowners, Conservation Authorities also provide advice and counsel to all levels of government on the responsible management of water.
Because they are efficient local delivery agents, Conservation Authorities, in cooperation with local municipalities and the province, play a significant role in the protection of life and property from natural hazards though the development of programs that minimize the impact of disasters such as flooding and erosion.
conservation-ontario.on.ca /about/mandate.html   (455 words)

  
 TRCA - Corporate Information - Conservation Ontario & Other Conservation Authorities   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
Conservation Ontario is the collective of the 38 Conservation Authorities in the province of Ontario.
Conservation Ontario is governed by a council consisting of two representatives from each of the 38 Conservation Authorities.
Conservation Authorities were created in 1946 by an Act of the Ontario legislature and are mandated to ensure the conservation, restoration and responsible management of Ontario's water, land and natural habitats through programs that balance human, environmental and economic needs.
www.trca.on.ca /corporate_info/conservation_ontario   (234 words)

  
 Ontario Nature Milestones
Ontario Nature is a significant player in the development of the Greenbelt Act and Plan, which aim to conserve green space and contain urban sprawl in the Greater Golden Horseshoe.
FON participates in largest conservation purchase in Ontario's history with acquisition of 16,000 hectares (6,000 acres) of Manitoulin Island's alvar coast.
Along with the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters and the Conservation Council of Ontario, FON begins action to protect all birds of prey in the province.
www.ontarionature.org /home/milestones.html   (1603 words)

  
 Ontario Resorts - Golf, Ski, Vacation
Built in 1887 and with a capacity of 99 and two dining rooms, the Segwun is the oldest operating steamship in North America and the last of a fleet of steamships which carried passengers and mail throughout Muskoka before the days of the automobile.
Nestled amoung 86 acres of pristine forest and woodlands, a spirited waterfall and private lake The Trillium Resort and Spa, located in the heart of Muskoka, Ontario offers the perfect vacation getaway.
Delawana Muskoka Resort and Conference Centre is the ideal Ontario location for conferences, conventions, corporate meetings or retreats, family reunions and family vacations.
www.ontarioresorts.biz   (557 words)

  
 Troy High School - Troy Schools Project
Southern Hardwood Forest has three layers that consist of a canopy, understory, and forb layer which creates a woodland atmosphere that is typically found in this forest type.
The attractive pink blooms on this plant are among the best known of the spring wildflowers.
Although typically a woodland plant it also grows in moist soil and full sun.
troyschools.rollindesign.com /troyhigh.html   (610 words)

  
 Bala Woodlands Tent & Trailer Park, Lake Medora, Muskoka, Ontario
Located on the southern shores of pristine Lake Medora in the heart of Muskoka, Bala Woodlands has over 3000 feet of shoreline and over 160 private acres for your peaceful enjoyment.
Bala Woodlands Tent and Trailer park has over one hundred camping sites with all the amenities for a traditional Ontario camping experience.
Just 190 km north of Metro Toronto, Bala Woodlands Tent and Trailer Park has long sand beaches, sunny and shaded campsites, large grassy picnic areas and forested hiking trails.
www.balawoodlands.com /index.html   (308 words)

  
 Welcome to Patria
Haliburton Forest is Canada's first “certified sustainable forest,” meeting the stringent standards of the Forest Stewardship Council, an NGO supported by such organizations as the WWF or the Sierra Club.
These musical theatre works are unique in their use of natural settings, utilizing the light, the sounds and natural acoustics of the Canadian wilderness as integral to the artistic product.
Just as the Stratford theatre is an appropriate setting for the works of William Shakespeare, the Ontario woodlands and lakes are the most appropriate setting for these works of Canadian composer, R. Murray Schafer.
patriamusic.ca /whats_on/2006season.html   (473 words)

  
 About Woodlands Farm   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
oaling and re-breeding in the lucrative Canadian Bred stakes program which includes the Ontario Owner and Breeder awards.
Raising young horses until ready for the race track with our extensive training facility, including a dirt and turf track.
Woodlands is on the right hand side of the road clearly marked by the Woodlands Farm sign.
www.woodlandsfarm.com /html/about.html   (185 words)

  
 ONTARIO - GREENTOURS - ALPINE GARDEN SOCIETY
The Niagara Escarpment’s dolomite-capped cliffs trace a sinuous line across Ontario from the famous falls to the botanically-rich Bruce Peninsula.
44 of Ontario’s 61 orchid species are found here and whilst many flower later, some of the choicest do so now.
We’ll not ignore the fauna with Black Bears and Moose in the Algonquin, garter snakes and the Mississauga Rattler in the Bruce, and Southern Flying Squirrel and Spring Peepers in the depths of the Carolinian Woodlands.
www.greentours.co.uk /holidays/agsontario.asp   (829 words)

  
 Manitoba and Northwest Ontario: Camp Woodlands   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
We operate a fully-accredited wilderness camp that provides opportunities for disadvantaged children to experience the wonders of nature, and enjoy some respite from life in the city.
To visit the official web site for Camp Woodlands, please click here.
welcome to the salvation army, manitoba & north west ontario division
www1.salvationarmy.org /can/www_can_mnwo.nsf/vw-sublinks/A9423D2832EBA0E980256F0300517DEB?openDocument   (90 words)

  
 Kerschenbaum, Joel M.D. - The Woodlands Texas Business Directory Yellow Pages on Woodlands Online - Print Listing
Previous Position(s): Solo Practitioner in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada Internship: Internal Medicine at St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, 1975 Medical School: University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, 1974 Research/Publications/Lectures: Canadian Disease Weekly Report, Oct. 29, 1977, Vol.
Awards/Service/Membership: Ontario Medical Association, Texas Medical Association, American Academy of Family Practice, Montgomery Co Medical Society.
Paul Harris Fellow - Rotary Club of the Woodlands, 1998; Citizen of the Year - South Montgomery Chamber of commerce, 1998; Selected as one of 25 "Hometown Heroes" for The Woodlands as part of the 25th year Anniversary of The Woodlands.
www.woodlandsonline.com /cdps/cdprint.cfm?nid=1255   (232 words)

  
 Dust my Broom » In the Groove » Good News
Environmentalists have announced the successful completion of a program to reverse the extinction of the South Ontario woodlands wolverine.
Fourty breeding pairs of these gentle folk of the woods have been reintroduced to the biohabitat of the Toronto area, in a co-operative program between the Toronto Humane Society, and Queen’s University professor Guntram Shatterhand.
Read into the message here…they are going to introduce michigan football players into the Southern Ontario woodlands (read BUSH)…..ahhhhh.
www.dustmybroom.com /?p=4318   (654 words)

  
 Woodlands Farm - Home
Re-breeding for the lucrative Canadian Bred stakes program which includes the Ontario Owner and Breeder awards
Woodlands Farm is a full-service thoroughbred farm based in Southern Ontario, Canada.
Located about 45 minutes from Woodbine Race Track.
www.woodlandsfarm.com   (90 words)

  
 David Hlynsky
This kind of photographic commentary was continued in the 1992 series, Moscow Before the Fall.
Since 1991 he has been working on Naturae Humanae / Wilderness Camp, a series of still life constructions and tableaux using textures and forms of the Ontario woodlands, with the application of text, and computer drawings contrasted with hand-drawn images.
Ottawa, Ontario: Canadian Museum of Contemporary Photography, 1992.
art-history.concordia.ca /eea/artists/hlynsky.html   (862 words)

  
 Family Tree Maker's Genealogy Site: User Home Pages: The Woodlands of Uxbridge, Ontario
Family Tree Maker's Genealogy Site: User Home Pages: The Woodlands of Uxbridge, Ontario
I am currently researching the Woodlands of Greenspond and St. John's NF, orig.
The content shown on this page has been submitted by a Genealogy.com customer, and is not subject to verification by Genealogy.com.
www.familytreemaker.com /users/w/o/o/Robert-P-Woodland   (186 words)

  
 archery supplies ontario   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-19)
When not wading Ontario waters this full time fly fishing guide is walking Ontario woodlands.
It took us twelve years to become the Fly Shop we are today.
Please note we are also a Ministry of Natural Resources Hunting and Angling Licence issuer as well as one of South Westerns Ontario's Turkey Check in Stations.
www.grandrivertroutfitters.com /Archery/archery.htm   (158 words)

  
 related sites
The ONTARIO SAWMILLING and LOGGING Show of the Year - (May 28 - 30,2004)
WILDLANDS LEAGUE -Forestry and Wild Lands in Ontario
ONTARIO SOIL and CROP IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION (environmental farm plan initiatives)
www.geocities.com /hawoa2000/relatedsites.html   (512 words)

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