765 releases issued in the specified time period for Natural Resources
Thaw Risky for Trail Users
Natural Resources
March 14, 2011 1:39 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES/HEALTH/WELLNESS--Thaw Risky for Trail Users
Trail users in the province should be cautious as warming temperatures lead to thawing and risky ice conditions.
Department Responds to Aggressive Coyote Incident
Natural Resources
February 28, 2011 3:23 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Department Responds to Aggressive Coyote Incident
Department of Natural Resources officials responded to an incident involving an aggressive coyote Saturday, Feb. 26, in Milford Station, Hants Co.
Shubenacadie Sam Says Spring Coming Soon
Natural Resources
February 2, 2011 8:38 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Shubenacadie Sam Says Spring Coming Soon
Shubenacadie Sam says, despite today's snow, you will soon be able to trade in your snowsuit for gardening garb.
Shubenacadie Sam to Make Annual Weather Prediction
Natural Resources
February 1, 2011 9:48 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Shubenacadie Sam to Make Annual Weather Prediction
Shubenacadie Sam's prognosticating prowess will be tested at the Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park on Wednesday, Feb. 2.
Department Responds to Aggressive Coyote Incident
Natural Resources
January 21, 2011 2:45 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Department Responds to Aggressive Coyote Incident
Department of Natural Resources officials are responding to an aggressive coyote incident this morning, Jan. 21.
Shoreline Trail for Graves Island Provincial Park
Natural Resources
January 7, 2011 2:14 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Shoreline Trail for Graves Island Provincial Park
Visitors at a popular Lunenburg County camping park will soon be hiking on an improved coastal walking trail.
Public to Get Sneak Peak at Laurie Park Redevelopment
Natural Resources
December 31, 2010 12:13 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Public to Get Sneak Peak at Laurie Park Redevelopment
The Department of Natural Resources is offering a walking tour of the latest improvements at Laurie Provincial Park, Grand Lake.
Dream Catch For Two Nova Scotians
Natural Resources
December 17, 2010 9:47 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES/FISHERIES/AQUACULTURE--Dream Catch For Two Nova Scotians
Two Nova Scotians have landed lifetime passes to enjoy world-class fishing and hunting in the province.
Burning Brush Safer in Winter
Natural Resources
December 14, 2010 12:03 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Burning Brush Safer in Winter
Property owners who burn brush are being encouraged to do so in the winter as opposed to the drier spring months.
Parrsboro Office Closure
Natural Resources
December 14, 2010 11:00 AM
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT OFFICE/NATURAL RESOURCES--Parrsboro Office Closure
The Department of Natural Resources office at 12057 Highway 209, Parrsboro, is temporarily closed today, Dec. 14, because of a power outage.
Coxheath Office Closure
Natural Resources
December 14, 2010 9:47 AM
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT OFFICE/NATURAL RESOURCES--Coxheath Office Closure
The Department of Natural Resources office at 300 Mountain Rd., Sydney, is temporarily closed today, Dec. 14, because of a power outage.
Province Donates Christmas Trees
Natural Resources
December 8, 2010 1:51 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Province Donates Christmas Trees
Nova Scotians can share the holiday spirit by selecting a Christmas tree from their province to enjoy in their homes.
Christmas Festival of Trees and Crafts
Natural Resources
December 3, 2010 11:48 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Christmas Festival of Trees and Crafts
Nova Scotians can get in the holiday spirit this weekend at the 21st annual Christmas Festival of Trees and Crafts in Middle Musquodoboit.
Government Modernizes Land Surveyors Act
Natural Resources
December 1, 2010 1:34 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Government Modernizes Land Surveyors Act
The Land Surveyors Act will be modernized to better serve the public by providing greater accountability and high standards for the self-regulated profession.
Government Gives Direction on the Future of Forestry
Natural Resources
December 1, 2010 11:34 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Government Gives Direction on the Future of Forestry
Changes to the way Nova Scotia's forests are managed will better protect them, secure good jobs and ensure that the province's forest industry remains competitive.
Cleanup of Spilled Pulp Logs Continues
Natural Resources
November 23, 2010 3:21 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Cleanup of Spilled Pulp Logs Continues
The Department of Natural Resources is acting to ensure that those responsible for a spill of pulp logs in Pictou Harbour on Tuesday, Nov. 9, remove the drifting wood.
Hunters Helping the Hungry
Natural Resources
November 18, 2010 9:59 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Hunters Helping the Hungry
Hunters are helping feed the hungry by giving to food banks across the province.
Christmas Tree En Route to Boston
Natural Resources
November 16, 2010 10:12 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Christmas Tree En Route to Boston
In what has become a Nova Scotian tradition, a Christmas tree is being sent to the people of Boston as thanks for their help during the aftermath of the Halifax Explosion.
Closure of Abandoned Rail Corridor Trails
Natural Resources
November 10, 2010 12:52 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Closure of Abandoned Rail Corridor Trails
The Department of Natural Resources is closing trails as a safety precaution on the abandoned rail corridor in Lunenburg, Queens, Shelburne, Yarmouth, Digby, Annapolis and Kings counties.
Changes to Treasure Hunting Regulations Introduced
Natural Resources
November 2, 2010 2:25 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES/TOURISM, CULTURE AND HERITAGE--Changes to Treasure Hunting Regulations Introduced
Ownership of Nova Scotia's underwater cultural and heritage resources will be more secure as government introduces legislation today, Nov. 2, to repeal the Treasure Trove Act, amend the Special Places Protection Act and create the Oak Island Treasure Act.