he health of the environment is a hot topic throughout the world. Climate change is a leading con- cern with scientists and environmentalists. There are many other areas of concern like pollution of our air and lakes, defores- tation, drought, and the ef- fects all of these combined problems on songbirds and beneficial insects. Many people are concerned but don't know how they can help or take the time to re- search what they can do to make a difference. Let this be the year that you make some small changes and ef- forts to aid in the cause for a healthier planet.
Say No to grass
Life in the suburbs has really changed over the past 20 years. Bigger houses, big-
A new outlook on caring for nature T
Sherrie Versluis Feathered Friends
ger garages, and bigger lawns. The com- petition of the finest looking lawn has a real negative impact on the environment. A typical 3.5 horsepower gas lawnmower emits near- ly 48 kilograms of green- house gas per season. In fact, one hour of usage of an older lawnmower is like driving a new, efficient car 550 kms or 40 new vehicles sitting idling for one hour. It is estimated that 56 mil- lion people in North Amer- ica mow their lawns each weekend using 800 million gallons of gas per year and producing tons and tons of air pollutants.
The mission for the per- fect lawn also increases the
need for chemicals. Whether its synthetic fertilizers, pesticides or chemical weed killers, the use of any of these has long
lasting effects. Some of the active ingredi- ents in these products are harmful to our own health and even more so to wildlife and beneficial insects like bees and earth- worms. In fact, some products are directly linked to the crash in population of Mon- arch butterflies and honey bees. Solutions: • Change to a solar or electric powered lawnmower. • Use pickling vinegar for weed control on the lawn.
• Use non-toxic fertilizers like manure. • Give up on grass and turn your lawn into a native wildflower garden. It will provide you with non-stop blooming flow- ers all season and you can plant beautiful native grasses as well. Once established, these perennial gardens are virtually main- tenance free and will provide you with much enjoyment not just from the beauty of the plants but also the life they bring in the way of birds, butterflies and bees. Now that's a way to show up your neighbour! Hug a tree
Deforestation across the planet has af-
We are getting the job done and keeping our promises!
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fected the change in our climate and air quality. Think of when you go into a for- est, that moment when you take that deep breath and smell that glorious fragrance of the forest.
It's called forest bathing.
Our lungs just soak up this concentrated pure clean air which benefits our im- mune system and our whole being. We are very lucky to live so close to the precious northern boreal forest which is sacred to the health of the entire planet. In 2007, 1,500 scientists around the world signed a statement declaring the importance of the boreal forest. It is an ecosystem that can never, ever be replaced with monoculture and its demise would make the air of this
planet to toxic to exist in. Do your own research on the importance of this and take the time to write your MP about your con- cerns of the protection of this sacred forest. It is estimated that if each person planted one native tree per year for six years, cli- mate changed could be totally corrected. Consider planting a native shrub or tree in your yard and bathe in the joy of your efforts.
The basics
There are many everyday efforts that add up to big benefits to the earth. Re- cycling, are you making the effort? I see many homes on garbage day that never have their Blue Box out yet their garbage bin is overfilled. Learn to make it a way of life to be conscious of what's really gar- bage and what's not. Going for groceries? Remember those reusable bags and avoid plastic as much as possible. Plant a garden each summer even if it's just a small one. Enjoy growing some of your own food and support markets for locally grown food. Most importantly, take the time to enjoy nature. Go for a walk through many of our beautiful forested parks or river walkways. Bathe yourself in the glory of nature not only to benefit your health and reduce stress but to remind yourself that the earth is a beautiful thing. The earth's population has reached over 7.5 billion people, that's a very heavy load. We must stop taking for granted that all of this will always be there and that someone else will fix it. Make this the year you start giv- ing back to Mother Earth and reconnect with nature for the health of your body, mind, and spirit. We all benefit and even the smallest changes help. Sherrie Versluis owns the Preferred Perch and is an avid birder.
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peared from the St. James area in August, 2018. If seen, please try to get a photo. Sage has a
white stripe up the leſt side of her face, charcoal grey nose and a tattoo in her right ear. Someone may have her inside
without realising she is missing. Please call 204-996-3332 with any information. If you are on Facebook please like her page 'Help Get Sage Home'.
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