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  • Citizen Science Workshop (Part 1) @ The Wooden Monkey

    The Wooden Monkey Restaurant 40 Alderney Dr., #305 Level 2 Alderney Ferry Terminal, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada

    If you’re in the Halifax area be sure to register for the Citizen Science Workshop (Part 1) at the Wooden Monkey (Dartmouth location). This first part will take place indoors with some soup (by the Wooden Monkey) and some presentations featuring: Nina Newington sharing news about the SOOF campaign (and petitions!), Karen Robinson talking about […]

  • Citizen Science Workshop (Part 2) @ Sandy Lake Park

    Sandy Lake Park 110 Smiths Rd, Bedford, Nova Scotia

    Join Dr. David Patriquin and Dr. Sean Haughian (Curator of Botany, NS Museum) for a hike around Sandy Lake Park. Dr. Patriquin has noted that there are patches of Old Growth in the Sandy Lake Park – some very similar to stands at the Goldsmith Lake Wilderness Area. This is a great opportunity for folks […]

  • SOOF @ the Deanery Project

    The Deanery Project 751 Ship Harbour Road, Lake Charlotte, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Join SOOF’s Nina Newington at The Deanery Project’s Open House on Sunday May 5 to hear about the SOOF campaign!  Nina will be talking about the Save Our Old Forests campaign from 10:30 to noon and then there will be live music (with coffee, tea and cookies!) from 1:00 – 3:00pm!    

  • Protection of Nova Scotia’s Forests as Defence against Fire and Climate Change

    Chester United Baptist Church 84 King Street, Chester, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Join the Healthy Forest Coalition’s Mike Lancaster on Monday May 13 (7pm-8:15pm) at the Chester United Baptist Church for a presentation on the benefits of protecting Nova Scotia’s forests as defence against fire and climate change. The 45 minute presentation will be followed by time for a Q&A. Tea and coffee provided. Free admission, donations […]

  • Medicinal Plant Walk with Ember Peters (Goldsmith Lake Wilderness Area)

    Goldsmith Lake Wilderness Area Nova Scotia, Canada

    Join Registered Clinical Herbalist Ember Peters (RHP) for an exploration of wild medicinal plants growing in the mature ecosystems around Goldsmith. Through this walk we will weave together sustainable wild harvesting, plant identification tips, and learning through your own sensory observation. By learning to honour the plant medicines, we can inspire our spirits of community […]

  • SOOF Exhibit @ Tupperville School Museum

    Tupperville School Museum 2663 Highway 201, Tupperville, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Save Our Old Forests will have an exhibit/display at the Tupperville School Museum throughout the summer!  The Tupperville School Museum hosts an amazing treasure trove of local history and features collections of Acadian, Mi’kmaq and Settler artefacts in one of Nova Scotia’s last remaining one-room school houses.   Museum Hours: Wednesday to Sunday, 10:00am – […]

  • Birding by Ear – With Julie Palmer & Bonnie McOrmond (Goldsmith Lake Wilderness Area)

    Goldsmith Lake Wilderness Area Nova Scotia, Canada

    About the Workshop: Join SOOF for an early morning birding by ear adventure at the Goldsmith Lake Wilderness Area!  Long time amateur birding enthusiasts Julie Palmer and Bonnie McOrmond will teach participants how to listen to and identify migratory song birds.   What to bring/wear: Layered clothing, waterproof boots/shoes, water, snacks, bug dope/bug shirt, binoculars, and a […]

  • Community Paddle at Goldsmith Lake – with Meguma Canoe

    Goldsmith Lake Wilderness Area Nova Scotia, Canada

    Join Meguma Canoe for a special group paddle at the proposed Goldsmith Lake Wilderness Area in partnership with Save Our Old Forests (SOOF).  The excursion will include a visit to Lichen Camp for an introduction to the local Species at Risk followed by a paddle on Goldsmith Lake.  To minimize impact and ensure safety this […]

  • Spreading Spores!—An evening of fungi, lichens, and Haeweon’s going-away party

    Centrelea Community Hall 3495 Highway 201, Centrelea, Nova Scotia, Canada

      Haeweon Yi, a friend of SOOF, is returning to England to complete her performance research on fungi and human relationships after a year of fieldwork in Mi’kma’ki. You may have seen her filming, performing, camping, exploring the forests, or making something fun with young people. She is hosting this special evening to thank the […]

  • Mycology Workshop with Keith Egger

    Goldsmith Lake Wilderness Area Nova Scotia, Canada

    The Mycology Workshop  with special guest Keith Egger is now full. Please contact soof@saveouroldforests.ca to be added to the wait list. If a spot opens up folks on the wait list will be contacted on a “first come first serve” basis. Come explore the Goldsmith Lake Wilderness Area and learn about the about the importance […]

  • Celebrate Lichen Camp

    Goldsmith Lake Wilderness Area Nova Scotia, Canada

    We are inviting all of our SOOF supporters, Citizen Scientists, campers, and friends to join us for a celebration of Lichen Camp! Potluck celebration starts at 3pm on Saturday, September 28 at Lichen Camp in the Goldsmith Lake Wilderness Area.   Please email soof@saveouroldforests.ca if you plan to attend so we can keep track of […]

  • Nova Scotia Forest Festival

    Memory Lane Heritage Village 5435 Clam Harbour Road, Lake Charlotte, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Grab Your Plaid and Head for the Woods!  The Nova Scotia Forest Festival is a showcase of the many ways Nova Scotians connect to our forests for their livelihood, housing, recreation, food, and heritage.   Featuring live horse logging demonstrations with Ruby and Dan, a matched pair of Clydesdale-crosses. Enjoy axe throwing, hands-on activities & […]