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Sub-Categories in Science and Environment
Web Sites in Category Science and Environment
Archaeological and Historical Landmarks of Ottawa - Several essays on sites, buildings, structures of interest in Ottawa.
Canadian National Collection of Insects, Arachnids and Nematods - Huge collection housed in the K.W. Neatby Building of the Eastern Cereal and Oilseed Research Centre in Ottawa. Profile of collection, its history and role in research.
CANMET Energy Technology Centre - Centre for energy technology research, including sponsorship and information. Organization profile, including information for potential grantees, past research, and featured energy web site links.
Earth Day Ottawa-Carleton - Lists events, contests, sponsorships and other activities in the Ottawa region, with links to similar resources.
Fitzroy Provincial Park - Cathedral forest of century-old white with recreational facilities, on Ottawa River. Information about facilities, events, activities, reservations and provincial park links.
Fletcher Wildlife Garden - Project to create wild area next to Experimental Farm.
Friends of Petrie Island - Organization helping to manage and interpret a greenspace area on the Ottawa River. Photo gallery, bird call gallery, newsletter.
Friends of The Carp River - Volunteer organization dedicated to 'restoring the ribbon of life along the Carp River.' Activities, news, studies and contact information are provided.
Greenspace Alliance of Canada's Capital - Group dedicated to the preservation of greenspace. Mission, current projects, membership information.
Little Ray's Reptile Adventure - Zoo of lizards, snakes, turtles, amphibians and spiders. Information about birthday and presentation packages, plus pictures and videos of various specimens.
Macoun Field Club - A nature club for kids ages 9 to 20 sponsored by the Canadian Museum of Nature and the Ottawa Field-Naturalists' Club. Membership and events information is provided.
National Capital Region's Wildlife Festival - Annual wildlife heritage festival. The wildlife events, contests, ceremonies, sponsors, exhibitors, and related links are described.
Ottawa Forests Advisory Committee - Volunteers providing inputs to City Council on tree and forest management policies and promoter of the role of the city's trees and forests in the quality of life. Activities, meetings and current issues are presented.
Ottawa Horticultural Society - Amateur garden club which promotes and encourages interest and improvement in horticultural activities. List of events, pictures, newsletters, and membership details are presented.
Ottawa Orchid Society - Promotes orchid growing and native species conservation. Photo gallery, current activities, orchid culture, membership information.
Ottawa Valley Astronomy andObservers Group - Informal, bilingual, non-profit group with an 'undying curiosity of the night sky and its many wonders.' Events, organization, resource links.
Ottawa's Greenbelt - Information page about the Greenbelt, activities, purpose and history. Includes Greenbelt map in PDF format.
Ottawa, Rideau and Gatineau Rivers - History and Images - Historical descriptions, images, and maps of the rivers.
Rideau Valley Conservation Authority - An environmental protection and advisory agency for the Rideau watershed. About the agency, its conservation areas, upcoming events, and ongoing programs.
Stewardship Ottawa-Carleton - Urban and rural stewardship councils promoting responsible land card on private land. Current activities, links to related organizations.
The Ottawa Field-Naturalists' Club - Organizes guided nature excursions, sponsors a nature club for young people, and participates in conservation and wildlife monitoring activities. Includes photos and information about events.
Wild Bird Care Centre - Dedicated to the care and treatment of sick, injured and orphaned wild birds for release back to the wild. Includes tips for handling baby birds, pigeon facts, list of needed items, and membership form.
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