| Date: | September 20th, 2010 |
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| Time: | 7:00 pm |
| Location: | Our regular meeting location |
CLIMATE CHANGE & THE NIAGARA REGION: What Will It Be Like In 2050?
What will Niagara be like in 40 years? This is the question that climate change researcher, Brad May, will explore during our first meeting of the fall season on Monday, September 20th. Brad is currently Manager with the Adaptation and Impacts Research Section (AIRS) of Environment Canada. He is also an Adjunct Professor in the Tourism and Environment Department at Brock University. His educational background includes a B.A. in Geography from Wilfred Laurier University and a M.A. in Geography and Environmental Studies from University of Toronto.
Brad's current research focuses on a number of issues, including: community-based climate change adaptation using risk management tools; atmospheric hazards and extreme weather events. He is also a collaborator with the Indigenous Adaptation Network, examining Great Lakes Climate Change issues.
With his extensive experience and education, Brad is sure to give us a thought-provoking look at the future. Members of the general public are urged to join us to learn more about this important topic. Admission is free.
New document: Ontario Public Health Division fact sheet on Lyme Disease.
The Nature in Niagara Series is an outreach program for the general public designed to generate interest in our local natural environment as a way of gaining their support for conservation and preservation of our natural heritage. In partnership with the Fort Erie Public Library, The Bert Miller Nature Club will be holding two informational Wednesday evening seminars: one on local waterfowl and one on the flora & fauna of Marcy Woods. During the seminars, the importance of preserving habitat and biodiversity will be discussed, as well as identification techniques and use of optics. Call the Library, at 905-871-2546 to reserve your free ticket. Each seminar will be followed by a field outing the following weekend. Click here for details.

