June 3, 2023 — Join us on June 3rd from 9 am - 11 am for another one of our spring birding hikes at EBC's Kimbercote Nature Preserve! Located in the Beaver Valley, these birding hikes, led by David Turner, are FREE for EBC supporters* Haven't signed up yet? Click here to donate: escarpment.ca/donate Space is limited, and spaces are offered on...
May 29, 2023 — Check out our latest edition of EBC's bi-annual newsletter, Precipice. Hear from staff, board members, volunteers and donors as we strive to protect more land in Ontario! Click here to read Precipice.
May 23, 2023 — Saba Ahmad (CEO), Ted Cowan (Treasurer) and Shannon MacDonald (Conservation Project Manager) spoke on the Brian Crombie Hour this week! Hear all about EBC and the work we do on this radio broadcast. Thank you so much Brian Crombie for having us on your show and giving us the chance to spread the work of EBC! You can listen to...
May 22, 2023 — Over the past few months, our team has been busy working on a logo update for EBC! The new graphic will represent EBC with improved clarity and purpose while maintaining the intent of our original logo which has served us proudly for 25 years. In addition to the logo update, you'll be seeing this refresh applied to all of our...
April 30, 2023 — To view our latest accomplishments and updates, take a look at our monthly Newsletter, Biosphere! Click here.
March 31, 2023 — Latest BioSphere Newsletter out now! Check out our most recent updates and accomplishments here. If you are not yet signed up to get these automatically delivered to your email, complete the newsletter sign up at the bottom of this page!
March 31, 2023 — Volunteer of the month: Susan Filshie We honour the memory of Susan Filshie this month, who sadly passed away on February 23, 2023 at Toronto General Hospital. Donations and tributes in her name have been pouring in. She is survived by her partner, Robert Stephens, and their son, Christian. We remember Susan for her invaluable contribution to the work of...
March 23, 2023 — Dear EBC Supporters, As announced, Bob Barnett is no longer Executive Director of Escarpment Biosphere Conservancy (EBC). He and his wife, long-time volunteer, Anna Barnett, have built a highly functional machine that will continue to flourish based on their vision. We thank Bob and Anna for their advanced planning, expertise, and continued guidance. Bob, Ted Cowan, Robert Wilson, the late...
March 15, 2023 — Escarpment Biosphere Conservancy (EBC) announces that its Executive Director, Bob Barnett, is stepping away from his leadership role with the conservancy. Bob is a founding EBC director. Bob and his wife, Anna Barnett, have selflessly devoted their professional lives to EBC since its inception in 1997. Bob and Anna have been easing this transition, by remaining as two of EBC’s...
March 14, 2023 — Monarch larvae feed exclusively on milkweed! Register before April 1st and we’ll send you Milkweeds seeds, FREE!! Plant 4 to 10 milkweed plants in a patch of garden and welcome the Monarchs to their new homes in the spring. Without Milkweed, there are NO Monarchs, so this is important work! Register here: tinyurl.com/EBCMonarchs We appreciate donations of...
March 4, 2023 — POSITION FILLED: STAY TUNED AS WE POST A BIO ABOUT LUISA RODRIGUES - WE ARE SO EXCITED TO WORK WITH YOU! EBC is hiring an Office and Accounts Manager for a regular, full time Toronto based, hybrid position. Annual Salary: $45-60K per annum, depending on experience. 3-month probationary period. To view the job description please click here! If you are...
March 4, 2023 — Join us for an afternoon of winter animal tracking with Jeff Kinchen on March 4th at EBC's Ashman Nature Reserve, near Wiarton! Experience the beauty and mystery of winter wilderness with our wildlife tracking program. Immerse yourself in the art of observing and recognizing the subtle clues nature leaves behind. From tracking animals to understanding their habits and behaviors, this...
March 1, 2023 — Latest BioSphere Newsletter out now! Check out our most recent accomplishments here.
February 28, 2023 — This month we honour the late Mac Kirk as volunteer of the month. Mac was a dedicated conservationist who made a significant impact on the preservation of wild nature in Grey-Bruce Counties. His conservation work was delayed by service in WW II. But shortly after the war, he began his career as a zone forester for the Lindsay District with the...
February 18, 2023 — Celebrate #NationalHotChocolateDay by joining us for an afternoon of snowshoeing and hot chocolate at Mooi Nature Reserve on February 18th from 12-2pm. Explore the unique blend of woodland, wetland, and the North Spey River while snowshoeing, and warm up with a delicious hot chocolate afterwards. Whether you're a nature lover, winter adventurer, or just seeking a relaxing escape, this...
February 8, 2023 — Ontario Budget 2023! It’s time to mobilize: Ontario budget 2023 consultations are now open and Ontario Land Trust Alliance (OLTAs) action page is live! Click here to view how you can help. Take action by February 10th!
February 1, 2023 — To view EBC's latest updates and accomplishments, please read January's newsletter by clicking here!
January 24, 2023 — 1) How did you learn about EBC? I have long been familiar with the EBC and the work this land trust does. One of my first memories of being aware of the organization was when I met the founder, Bob Barnett, at an environmental conference many years ago. 2) What made you want to volunteer with EBC? Land trusts...
January 1, 2023 — Click here to view EBC's latest accomplishments and updates for December 2022.
December 31, 2022 — The Great blue heron is a majestic bird known for its impressive size and unique physical characteristics. Defining Characteristics: - Stands over 1 meter tall - Weighs approximately 2.5 kilograms - these birds are the largest heron species in Canada! - The length of its limbs influences its movements, allowing it to fly with slow, deep wing beats and...