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Saturday, June 10, 2023 at 09:00 AM
The Green in Wortley VillageVolunteer Opportunity: Wortley Pride
We are delighted to announce that TTLT will be part of this year's Wortley Pride! Help volunteer for TTLT's booth in the heart of beautiful Wortley Village in London, Ontario. The event is volunteer-run and is a family-focused celebration for the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and their allies. Join us for a fantastic day filled with support, love, and unity! Our booth will include a native plant seed activity and an opportunity for people to share their stories of being in nature. Interested in volunteering? Please sign up here.
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Sunday, June 11, 2023 at 09:00 AM · 12 rsvps
Meadowlily Nature Preserve in London, ON, CanadaPassport to Nature: Yoga in Nature (9am)
Nature and yoga have many benefits for the mind, body and soul, so, it makes perfect sense to combine the two. Join Leigh Shand, Certified Holistic Practitioner and nature lover, for a 45-minute yoga practice at either 9am or 10am (two sessions) at Meadowlily Nature Preserve in London. Please bring your own mat, comfortable exercise clothing, and a reusable water bottle. No experience required. Namaste.There are two sessions available for this event. If this session is full, please see the Passport to Nature: Yoga in Nature (10am) session event page.
Registration for this event is required and may be subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances. Directions and additional information will be provided in the RSVP confirmation email.
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Sunday, June 11, 2023 at 09:00 AM
Volunteer Opportunity: Passport to Nature Event Support
TTLT's Passport to Nature program is an incredible opportunity for everyone to explore and connect with nature, including event volunteers. We rely on the invaluable support of volunteers to help make every experience safe and enjoyable for everyone. Experience a variety of nature topics and activities alongside participants while exploring and getting to know TTLT nature reserves on a deeper level. Main responsibilities include: welcoming participants and introducing TTLT and the Passport to Nature program (provided in writing), signing participants in and having them sign the event waiver/photo permission form, taking photos throughout the event, and making sure no one gets left behind.If you're interested in joining the Passport to Nature event support crew, please sign up here to support one or more events: https://signup.com/go/mMvqNGk
Carpooling options will be made available where possible if you would like to volunteer but do not have access to a vehicle. Please let us know at the earliest convenience.
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Sunday, June 11, 2023 at 10:00 AM · 15 rsvps
Meadowlily Nature Preserve in London, ON, CanadaPassport to Nature: Yoga in Nature (10am)
Nature and yoga have many benefits for the mind, body and soul, so, it makes perfect sense to combine the two. Join Leigh Shand, Certified Holistic Practitioner and nature lover, for a 45-minute yoga practice at either 9am or 10am (two sessions) at Meadowlily Nature Preserve in London. Please bring your own mat, comfortable exercise clothing, and a reusable water bottle. No experience required. Namaste.There are two sessions available for this event. If this session is full, please see the Passport to Nature: Yoga in Nature (9am) session event page.
Registration for this event is required and may be subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances. Directions and additional information will be provided in the RSVP confirmation email.
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Saturday, June 17, 2023 at 09:00 AM
Komoka Community CentreVolunteer Opportunity: Celebrate Nature Education Day
The Middlesex Centre Pollinator Team and Ethan Garden are proud to present Celebrate Nature, an event taking place in mid-June! TTLT has a booth and is currently seeking enthusiastic volunteers who want to engage with the London community and spread awareness about TTLT's mission and work, and potentially provide an activity for people to engage with on the topic of native plants. There are multiple shifts available throughout the day, so you can interact with the community and experience all the amazing things that Celebrate Nature has to offer!Interested in volunteering? Please sign up here.
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Saturday, June 24, 2023 at 12:00 PM · 33 rsvps
Meadowlily Nature Preserve in London, ON, CanadaPassport to Nature: Butterfly Catch and Release
Join us on Saturday, June 24th for some butterfly fun at Meadowlily Nature Preserve. Join Western University's Dr. Nusha Keyghobadi in the meadow to learn about butterflies and how to catch (and release) some butterfly friends with a butterfly net. Also, learn about some cool plants on your way in/out of the meadow while playing some nature bingo, and make and take home some native wildflower seed balls.This is a DROP-IN event and open to all ages! Registration is not required, but RSVPs are greatly appreciated :)
Meadowlily Nature Preserve is unfortunately not accessible for wheelchairs or other mobility devices. There are no washrooms at this site, so please plan accordingly.
IMPORTANT: You may encounter ticks on site. Please take the appropriate precautions and visit https://www.ontario.ca/page/lyme-disease for more information.
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Saturday, July 08, 2023 at 01:00 PM · 12 rsvps
MeadowWoods in West Elgin, ON, CanadaPassport to Nature: Dragonflies, Butterflies and Other Insects
Join us on Saturday, July 8th from 1pm-3pm at MeadowWoods in West Elgin for a fascinating exploration of dragonflies, butterflies, and other insects! 🐜 Led by Stan Caveney, an enthusiastic entomologist and naturalist, this event will provide insights into the unique characteristics and behaviors of these incredible creatures.MeadowWoods is a diverse habitat with forests, thickets, ravines, meadows, and wetlands, home to over 200 bird species and various other animals. 🌲 Remember to dress appropriately when visiting as there may be biting insects and ticks. This is a rare opportunity to visit the sanctuary, which is usually closed to the public. Whether you are an experienced hiker or just enjoy nature, don't miss this chance to explore MeadowWoods!