Volunteer Spotlight – February 2014
…by hiking and cycling along Thames Valley trails. That spark grew, as I completed an Honors BA in Environmental Studies and Biology, and continues to grow as I complete the…
…by hiking and cycling along Thames Valley trails. That spark grew, as I completed an Honors BA in Environmental Studies and Biology, and continues to grow as I complete the…
…and “did what I had to do” – I got a corporate job and enjoyed nature in my free time. In 2017, I moved to London. My first 2 years…
…biodiversity and to the natural ecosystem. Non-native trees tend to reproduce and grow quickly. This will lead to them outcompeting native tree species. Some non-native trees may be okay for…
…care organizations have dedicated this land as part of their ongoing commitment to the health of southwestern Ontario’s people and environment. London’s celebrated poet, and City of London Poet Laureate,…
…but only live about 30 to 40 years. The leaves of Pin Cherries are long and narrow and have very fine teeth on the edge. If you’re lucky enough to…
…Shagbark Hickory trees can grow anywhere from 20 to 30 meters tall and between 20 and 80 cm in diameter. This tree prefers rich moist soils and full sun, but…
Completion of Reforest London Orientation is a prerequisite to this training. Community Liaisons are a specialized volunteer role with ReForest London. They are the go-to people for community booths. They…
…to veterans. Scheduled to run until 2017, the goal is to plant 6,400 trees and construct 15 large stone commemorative features. “This project started in 2010 with Scout Trees planting…
…that special tree for their yard. I love volunteering with a group that has such a passion for trees and for putting the “forest” back in to the Forest City. …
…really awesome and is designed to make it so easy for caring individuals to contribute to making a difference in their communities and neighbourhoods. My favourite roles with ReForest London involve…
…thanked the assembled volunteers for helping to eliminate barriers and for their hard work greening the neighbourhood. His daughters were eager to help hand out buttons to the line up…
…staff from KPMG. We are so grateful for the continued support of the community! A huge thank you to KPMG, City of London, Carolinian Canada and Deshkan Ziibi Conservation Impact Bond for funding this…