Tag: Bog
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Get to Know the 5 Freshwater Wetland Classifications!
From mossy bogs and spongy fens to forested swamps and vibrant marshes, wetlands are among the most ecologically rich ecosystems on the planet. Each type plays a unique role in supporting biodiversity, filtering water, storing carbon, and helping to reduce the impacts of floods and drought. Wetlands support an incredible variety of life. Often…
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Star status biologists and stunning wetlands gather in Smithers, BC
A Wetlandkeepers course was held in Smithers on June 12-14 with our indoor classroom provided generously by the Bulkley Valley Rod and Gun Club. Fourteen participants had the opportunity to listen to guest speaker Jim Pojar, co-author of many of our province’s reference books and respected botanist, deliver a lecture on plant species found in…
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Bogs, Fens, and Marshes, oh my! Quesnel Wetlandkeepers Had it All.
The Quesnel Wetlandkeepers is the third such workshop we have held in 2015 (Kelowna and Windermere being the other two so far), and it proved to be a huge success. Participants consisted of foresters, naturalists, environmental non-profits, government representatives, teachers, and those who were just very keen to learn. This resulted in one of the…