Who cooks for you?
As the sun dipped below the horizon, casting long shadows through the dense forest, the barred owl's haunting call echoed through the trees. "Who cooks for you? Who cooks for you allllll!" It was a sound both eerie and enchanting, signaling the onset of twilight and the beginning of the owl's nightly rituals. Far from being a mere vocalization, it was a declaration of presence, a proclamation of territory, and a serenade of courtship all rolled into one. For those fortunate enough to witness it, the barred owl's call was a symphony of the wild, a reminder of the mysteries hidden within the depths of the woods.
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Wakey, wakey, wood turtle
As spring awakens the land, so too does it stir the wood turtle from its winter slumber in Maritime streams! Discover how the Nature Trust of New Brunswick is at the forefront of protecting these at-risk turtles and learn how you can contribute to safeguarding their future.
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Guide to the 2024 Total Eclipse
With an event this significant on the horizon, why settle for a dim view when you can have front row seats to the celestial show of the century? Read on for your guide to taking in the 2024 total eclipse, including what equipment you’ll need to stay safe, and our recommendation for the best Nature Trust nature preserves to experience totality in tranquility and free of light pollution. Grab your goggles and prepare for event so stellar, it's bound to eclipse all others!
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Frances Howard protects her family’s legacy and nature
Francie Howard's connection to her family's land spans more than 200 years, embedding countless cherished memories and a deep love for the natural world. Through her heartfelt donation to the Nature Trust using Canada’s Ecological Gifts Program, Francie ensured that the beauty and tranquility of this land will be protected forever.
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The weird and wonderful world of lichens
Lauren Aarts tells us about her life as a wrinkled shingle lichen hunter and the Nature Trust’s work to help landholders in New Brunswick learn more about, and help better protect, the natural wonders in their own backyard.
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Biodiversity Strategy needs a better definition of biodiversity, expert says
Just in the last 50 years, wildlife populations globally have plummeted by 70 per cent. In North America, species declined by 20 per cent between 1970 and 2018. This is a biodiversity crisis, which is why in December 2022, Canada became the epicenter of promises to halt and reverse nature loss worldwide at the 15th Conference of the Parties (COP15). Now, Environment and Climate Change Canada has released an interim Milestone Document to outline the country’s 2030 Biodiversity Strategy.
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Nature is a giant
Communications intern Erin Hurley brings us this charming story about the wonders of nature—and how we can all make a difference for one especially magical New Brunswick forest type this holiday season.
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Bird in hand
Joanne Dewey shares heartfelt stories of her late sister Tracey Dean, who left a legacy of feathers, fostering future naturalists, and helping New Brunswickers find peaceful moments in nature.
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The Appalachian Hardwood Forest: What makes it special?
The Appalachian Hardwood Forest (AHF) is one of the oldest, richest, and most productive ecosystems in North America. Learn why, and what you can do to help preserve it.
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Nature's Namesake
Communications Manager Jon MacNeill shares this story about a day spent on the land with the Wolastoq Grand Chief as part of a Nature Trust initiative to deepen shared stewardship and help revitalize Indigenous names at nature preserves.
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Jim Goltz Talks Hal Hinds Forest
Listen to the wonderful Jim Goltz, longtime Nature Trust supporter and volunteer, speak with CBC Shift NB about our campaign to secure a new nature preserve of Appalachian Hardwood Forest near Woodstock and the property’s neat connection to our founder, the late Hal Hinds.
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Furbish’s Lousewort: A Species on the Edge
Read a blog written by our Communications Intern, Ash Noble, about the rare and endangered Furbish’s lousewort, one of the hidden treasures of the Wolastoq/St. John River. Learn more about this unique plant and our work, with partners, to conserve and restore it.
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Have your say on Canada’s 2030 Biodiversity Strategy
As a supporter of the Nature Trust of New Brunswick, you already help protect the habitat recovery of unique, rare, and beautiful plant and animal species. But right now, you can take that support to the next level by helping to shape Canada's next national biodiversity strategy.
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Becoming Stewardship Ambassadors
Hear from some of our conservation leaders about their love of New Brunswick’s natural spaces and their experience as part of the Ambassador Program.
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The Sea That Sustains Us
Read a blog by our Communications Intern, Erin Hurley, about the threat of plastic pollution on marine ecosystems and the importance of caring for these critical natural spaces full of colour and life.
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Forever Forested: Protecting Rich Ecosystems on Scotch Lake
Discover the beauty of the 36-hectare (89-acre) property of mature climate-resilient forest and Provincially Significant Wetlands on Scotch Lake we have raised the funds to protect thanks to your generous help!
Read the blog by our Conservation Coordinator, Lauren Aarts, to learn more about why we needed your help to ensure this magical natural space remains intact, forever.
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An Oasis Uncovered
We speak with Alice Reed and Bob Bancroft to learn more about their passion for conservation and why they made their generous gift of land in Gagetown.
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Why Protect the Forest and Wetland in Waasis
The Nature Trust has the exciting opportunity to conserve a pristine 38.2-hectare (89.4-acre) property directly adjacent to an existing nature preserve. The Forest and Wetland in Waasis sits in an area of High Conservation Value. Its protection would expand the conserved area and preserve important wildlife habitat. In short, it's a refuge – and the Nature Trust hopes to keep it that way.
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Saint Andrews resident receives Lieutenant- Governor’s Award for Excellence in Land Conservation
By Lian Goodall, The Saint Croix Courier
SAINT ANDREWS - If you enjoy any of Nature Trust of New Brunswick's 17 nature preserves in Charlotte County, you may have, in part, St. Andrews resident Jessie Davies to thank. Davies was the 2020 winner of the Lieutenant Governor's Award for Excellence in Land Conservation.
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Changing Tides
A discussion with former Chief Executive Officer Renata Woodward and new Chief Executive Officer Stephanie Merrill about the changing leadership at the Nature Trust and their shared passion for conservation in New Brunswick.
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