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Saturday, June 03, 2023 at 09:00 AM
The Green in Wortley Village in London, ON, CanadaVolunteer Opportunity: Gathering on the Green
Come and be a part of TTLT's booth at Gathering on the Green hosted by the Old South Community Organization on Saturday, June 3rd! It's a fantastic event filled with music, art, and community exhibitors for everyone to enjoy. Plus, it's an excellent opportunity to volunteer and give back to the community, showcasing TTLT's mission and contributions towards protecting nature.If you're interested in volunteering, sign up using the link here.
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Saturday, June 03, 2023 at 10:00 AM
Five Points Forest - Driedger Tract in Putnam, ON, CanadaVolunteer Event: Garlic Mustard Pull
Garlic Mustard is a non-native, invasive plant. Originally introduced from Europe, it has spread across large parts of North America, to the detriment of natural areas and their biodiversity. Garlic Mustard is very aggressive, quickly crowding out native plants and even emitting a chemical into the soil that prevents many native plants from growing. We need your help to remove it!Join us at Five Points Forest Nature Preserve on June 3rd to help clear the Garlic Mustard from the forest and allow native plants some room to grow. Five Points Forest is located near Ingersoll at 4975 Robinson Rd, Putnam, ON. There will be roadside parking - enjoy a lovely spring hike while you're here.
Things to note:
- There are no washroom facilities at Five Points Forest, so please plan accordingly.
- This event involves hand pulling plants, which requires stooping or kneeling.
- We will be walking through areas where you may encounter ticks. Be sure to check for ticks before leaving the site and once you get home. More info on ticks is available here.
What to bring:
- TTLT will provide work gloves and garbage bags, but feel free to bring your own if you prefer.
- This is an outdoor event so please bring whatever you need to be comfortable, such as sunscreen, bug spray, rain gear, and good shoes. As well, bring along snacks and plenty of water.
Removing Garlic Mustard will be off the trails. It can be muddy, buggy, thorny and poison ivy can be present where we are going. Please dress appropriately for the forest. Rubber boots are encouraged. Children are welcome to the event but under the guardian's supervision. Please consider if the child will be able to handle uncomfortable situations walking through a forest.
Please note: this event is subject to change or cancellation depending on COVID-19 restrictions. As well, this event is weather dependent. In the case of any changes or cancellation, we will send out an email to everyone who is registered the day before the event.
Photo: Payton Landsborough
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Wednesday, June 07, 2023 at 06:30 PM · 60 rsvps
UTRCA Watershed Conservation Centre in London, ON, Canada2023 Annual General Meeting
Your are invited to TTLT's 2023 Annual General Meeting! This year's event will be held as a hybrid meeting, meaning that you can join in-person or online via Zoom. Join us for an evening of 2022 highlights, pertinent Annual General Meeting business, and opportunities to socialize and view program/organization displays alongside other TTLT members and supporters. Light refreshments will be provided at the in-person portion once the Annual General Meeting business has concluded.Everyone is welcome to attend, but only members may vote and put forth motions. You can become a member or renew your membership here. Please contact [email protected] if you are unsure of your membership standing.
Please note: Upon registration, you will be redirected to a quick survey to indicate how you will be attending (i.e. in-person or virtually). Let us know if you need to make any changes.
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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 · 4 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 · 11 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 · 21 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.