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Bird Bio: Bird Friendly Peterborough

The Downy Woodpecker (Picoides pubescens) is one of the most charming and enduring birds in the Kawartha Lakes region. This

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Embrace the Mess!

It takes a concerted effort to shed the shackles of our Victorian era perspective when it comes to the beauty

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Where the Water Meets the Land: The Importance of Shorelines

Maintaining a functional shoreline promotes the health of aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems. Shorelines help to filter pollutants, protect against erosion, and

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Embracing Spring: Kawartha Wildlife Centre’s Top 5 Tips for Wildlife-Friendly Activities

As the snow begins to melt and with the vibrant colours of spring just around the corner, it’s the perfect

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Spring Symphony

The relative quiet of the winter changes to the sounds of serenading in the spring as our lake edges thaw

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The Armour Stone of Your Dreams: Fisher Excavating

The birds are chirping, the sun is shining and Fisher Excavating is ready for your call. Spring has sprung, and

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Stop & Smell the Flowers

Let’s take a leisurely little stroll down memory lane. Here’s a charming little tale that teaches a valuable lesson about

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Kawartha Wildlife Centre

Kawartha Wildlife Centre is gearing up for another busy spring season! After a record 702 patients last year (12% patient increase

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Kawartha Wildlife Centre

After fall migration is over, and most birds have flown to find warm refuge further south, mammals are left to

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The Fun of Making Maple Syrup

Spring is in the air! As the temperatures warm and you see the signs of the earth waking up after

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