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Naturalists silviculture…

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January 9, 2019
Forestry service building Merritt BC, Canada .Plaque`s for service. File photo KDG

January 17th 2018, Richard Chavez

The Nicola Naturalists are having their January monthly meeting on the 17th at the NVIT lecture theater top of the hill Belshaw avenue in Merritt. Richard Chavez will present Silviculture: More than Just Planting Trees.


Silviculture, the science of trees in the treatment of a forest, is highly relevant to our local forestry-based economy and ecology. Human population increase and changing climate has put pressure on forest resources. Has our understanding and application of silviculture kept pace with these changes? Are our forestry practices keeping up with modern demands? This talk reviews current practices and other factors that challenge foresters, and possible ways to improve forest management. Richard Chavez is an Registered Professional Forester with Aspen Planers. He has a degree in Forest Engineering and a Master of Forestry degree from Yale University. Richard has extensive experience in silviculture, ecology and forest planning in tropical and temperate forests.

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On this Day: January 9th 2007

I phone introduced by creator Steve Jobs.

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TGIF- Christmas bird count

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December 14, 2018
Mallard ducks at Nicola River in Merritt BC       
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The Nicola Naturalists Society conducts a Christmas bird count every year here in the Nicola Valley. This years effort is on Sunday December 16th 2018. The 2017 results are on their site: http://www.nicolanaturalists.ca/2018/02/22/merritt-christmas-bird-count-december-2017/

 

You don’t have to be an expert birder to participate in Christmas Bird Counts. Participants spend all or part of the day in a group covering a specific section of the 22-km diameter count circle. It is a great way to get to know the local winter birds and contribute to the world’s longest-running citizen science project. For more details on the Merritt CBC keep checking this website or contact    nicolanaturalists@gmail.com

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On this Day: December 14th 1960

The UNESCO convention against discrimination   in education is adopted in Paris:

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Nicola Naturalists, Wolfs, Bears and Snakes, Thursday November 15th…

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October 31, 2018

Frank Ritcey is the Provincial Coordinator for WildSafeBC, based in Kamloops. In this presentation he will focus on the public perception of charismatic mega-fauna vs. bugs and snakes, and the challenges in trying to promote the preservation of some of the ‘lower’ creatures on the public’s list of what is important. Expect some pretty cool videos of both the charismatic mega-fauna and some of Frank’s favourite “less desirable” species. Frank was raised in the wilds of Wells Gray Park by his pioneering mother, Clara Ritcey, and Park Biologist father Ralph Ritcey. His love of nature has been with him his whole life and he still spends much time filming and studying nature. Frank often contributes to CBC’s popular North by Northwest show.

The local naturalists society is having there monthly meeting on Thursday, November 15th 2018, NVIT, top of the hill Belshaw avenue in Merritt.

Free parking, no food and drink in lecture theater. All welcome membership or donations available.

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Adult Black Bear Canada October 31 2013 File Photo KDG

 

On this Day: October 31st 2011

Human population reach’s 7 billion

 

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World Animal day, life above 600 meters+…

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October 4, 2018

Thirty one animal and environment interactions representing a month of your attention.

The mission of World Animal Day, is “To raise the status of animals in order to improve welfare standards around the globe. Building the celebration of World Animal Day unites the animal welfare movement, mobilising it into a global force to make the world a better place for all animals. It’s celebrated in different ways in every country, irrespective of nationality, religion, faith or political ideology. Through increased awareness and education we can create a world where animals are always recognised as sentient beings and full regard is always paid to their welfare source wikipedia

Otter Nicola River Merritt a good indcator of health File photo KDG
Mallards on Nicola File Photo KDG
Eagle eyes Looking for spring File Photo KDG
Broken leg Cold weather can hurt birds caught behind File Photo KDG
700 rivers/ creeks on the trans mountain, expansion., consultation was made to address them. KDG
A returning Salmon rises out of the water Nicola river Hyway 8 train bridge walking trail, Merritt BC August 12th/16 Photo KDG
Waxwing bird with cat tracks File Photo KDG
This hawk seems relaxed around electrical fixtures. File Photo KDG
Urban living: this Marmot takes advantage of a concrete pad for shelter. The ides of March , ground hog day, Equinox, makes for a pinning for spring. File Photo KDG
Free range Turkeys out and about on Garcia street, poultry workers are considered at risk for the flu and qualify for free flu clinics. Photo KDG
Adult Black Bear Canada October 31 2013
Bee mine
Nicola River. Merritt BC…. have a great summer one and all
up for adoption
Not up for adoption
Deer crossing roads other then freeway watch for deer! File photo: KDG
some birds fall to the ground
Feathered friends File Photo KDG
Eagle starved to death, a source says its worth 2000 dollars on black market. now in hands of CO
Deer on golf course, file Photo: KDG
Blue ribbon at local dog show Photo KDG
Horses can carry ticks in the spring File :Photo KDG
geese show goslings the ropes
Any one following this? File photo KDG
Ospreys returned from where they go in the winter File Photo KDG

Today October 4th is World Animal Day. In Canada, there are many organizations that promote the welfare of animals, one being the protection:  World animal protection . 

“end their pain and suffering” is a clarion call to those that care. We demonstrate what we are by the way we treat those in our power. so today think about those that are in your reach. In BC a fire season  this summer may have had a negative effect on creatures and not withstanding the habituation of bears you can make a small difference in birds and small creatures habitat , standing against poaching and exotic pet trade and escape as well as many other points of action..

 

On this Day: October 4th 1963

Hurricane Flora kills 6000 in the Caribbean.

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Bats, Nicola Naturalists, October 19th meeting. Mount Mabel wind project.

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September 26, 2018

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Alan Burger and a speaker discuss a presentation, Nicola Naturalists, Merritt BC ,Ca
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Alternate Energy:

The local Merritt Naturalists are having a presentation on the ecology of bats for their October regular meeting.

Wind turbines generate emission-free electricity. Bats are a sensitive wildlife that can often get killed by wind turbines. This presentation provides insights into the impacts of wind turbines on bats, reviews information on bats in BC, presents the methods for detecting and identifying bat species using echolocation call analysis, and lastly reviews the bat acoustical monitoring program at the future Mount Mabel Wind Project (30 km north of Merritt). Martin Ince, founder and president of MKI Wind Energy and the proponent of the Mount Mabel Wind Project, has been working in the wind-energy industry for over 17 years, as a consultant across Canada and most recently as a wind-project developer in BC.

Meeting time is 7:PM, at the NVIT lecture theater top of the hill on Belshaw avenue, Merritt, BC, Ca. Free parking, no food or drinks in the theater, membership available at the meeting.

On this Day: October 17th 1817

Seti 1’s tomb is found:

 
On this Day: September 26th 1789

The first cabinet is appointed by the first US president. George Washington.

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Nicola Naturalists AGM

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September 12, 2018

 

 

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Alan Burger and a speaker discuss a presentation, Nicola Naturalists, Merritt BC ,Ca File Photo KDG

The Nicola Valley Naturalists are having their AGM and members picture evening on Thursday September 13th.

Evening meetings of the Nicola Naturalist Society are held at 7PM, usually on the third Thursday of the month, in the Lecture Theatre of NVIT (Nicola Valley Institute of Technology) on Belshaw Road, Merritt. Our evening meetings are free to….

The AGM is at the NVIT lecture hall top of the hill Belshaw avenue in Merritt. Free parking no food or beverages in the theater.

All welcome membership or donation requested.

Editors note: The Room changed this AM to NVIT UO 0001, directions are at the entrance of the school..

On this  day for the Nicola Naturalists June 26th 2010:

In glorious sunny weather, the new Nicola Naturalist Society held its first field excursion on Saturday 26 June. Nineteen people turned out to go birding and botanizing, including four visiting naturalists from the U.K. The group explored three areas in … read more

On this Day: September 12th 1959

The first scheduled colour television  program , Bonanza is aired,

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Nicola Naturalists: The Old Man and the Vultures. June 6th

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May 23, 2018

 

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Alan Burger and a speaker discuss a presentation, Nicola Naturalists, Merritt BC ,Ca File Photo KDG

The last presentation meeting of the season is on June 6th for the local naturalist society.Dave Manning a long time observer and natural fan will present on Vulture populations in BC will do the program.

Dave, a senior from Pender Island who’s been birding for 60 years, became hooked on vultures when he stumbled upon a white fuzz ball of a chick peeking from its nest cave. His program on the three vulture species of North America, particularly follows one Turkey Vulture nest from mating to migration. His recently published Turkey Vulture book, same title as this program, will be available for purchase.

Free parking, NVIT top of hill Belshaw avenue in Merritt, start time 7PM, all welcome, membership or donation requested.

On this Day: May 24th 1958

The United Press International is formed.

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The Osprey are back.

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April 19, 2018

 

The Highway 8 entrance to Merritt BC has a nesting platform on a hydro pole for the use of Osprey. ( to keep them off the power lines) There were 4 of these birds back  two asserted  preference to the platform over looking the river and an old CPR rail bridge, after circling over the area on Sunday, Tuesday fishing ,Wednesday they were collecting sticks to rebuild the nest.

Two Canada Geese had also been looking over the nest site and the species had raised a brood before in the nest however the nest had been cleared and the geese were not interested and don’t build nests.

The area has the joining of two small rivers and has many birds and creatures including domestic Lamas  behind private property fencing.

 

 

On this Day: April 19th 1927

Mae West, movie star , gets 10 days in jail for  obscenity.

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The week that was first of spring / Easter 2018

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April 3, 2018

The 1st week pf spring was calm and quiet in this small community in south BC. The burning up of the Chinese space station and the one in ten thousand chance of being struck by something had little effect here.
Spring has its strength building here with a tough sled ride to the Darling Buds of May.

On this Day: April 3rd 2007

A record speed of 574.18 KM per hour is recorded by a conventional train in France.

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World Water Day 2018 theme Nature for Water.

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March 22, 2018

Looking for tagged fish. Photo KDG

Look for answers to water in nature is the theme for the UN based World Water Day.

World Water Day is celebrated around the world with a variety of events. These can be educational, theatrical, musical or lobbying in nature. The day can also include campaigns to raise money for water projects.

The day has been observed with themes since 1993.

Coldwater River Merritt BC January 27

Local river 27/1/11 Photo KDG

 

On this Day: March 22nd 1894

The first Stanley Cup Canadian hockey game is played.

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TGIF-Fishing Derby

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January 5, 2018

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The local rod and gun bunch are having a fish derby at Mamette lake 50 31′ 50  North,120 37 30′ West, in the Highland valley on January 14th. Entry is 15 dollars.

Local sport shop owner,and former CO Ed Hendrix says he is confident in the ice, but stops short of recommending that cars be brought on.

Sun set is 16:27 on the 14th. Moon light is at 3 percent.

The local club has a ongoing theme of keeping lakes public. They would welcome support.

Club president is BJ Moore, VP Paul Komonoski, and Treasurer M. Heppner  Club

On this Day: January 5th 1959

Nancy Delehunt  Canadian Curler is born.

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Salmonids in the Nicola watershed

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January 4, 2018

Alan Burger and a speaker discuss a presentation, Nicola Naturalists, Merritt BC ,Ca File Photo KDG
Otter Nicola River Merritt a good indcator of health File photo KDG

Jessica Urquhart will be presenting on the health of Salmon in the Nicola Watershed at the January 17th meeting of the Nicola Naturalists.
The presentation is at 7PM NVIT lecture theater, at the top of the hill Belshaw avenue in Merritt.

Jessica Urquhart is a Fisheries Technologist with the Nicola Watershed Stewardship and Fisheries Authority (NWSFA), the “fisheries department” of the Nicola Tribal Association. Working with its member communities, as well as private property owners, the NWSFA undertakes an annual program of stock assessment and fish habitat restoration projects in the Nicola Watershed. NWSFA staff interact with other First Nations and DFO to advocate for the protection and restoration of the Nicola Watershed’s fisheries resources. With information provided by the entire NWSFA fisheries team, Jessica will discuss how the team plays an important role in the management of the salmonids of the Nicola Watershed.

Free parking at the school, no drinks or food in the lecture all, the group says that all are welcome, membership or donation requested.

Editors note: this meeting is on a Wednesday against the usual Thursday monthly meeting.

On this Day: January 4rth 1999

Jesse Ventura a professional wrestler becomes governor of Minnesota.

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