751 releases issued in the specified time period for Natural Resources
Work Begins on Rissers Boardwalk
Natural Resources
March 16, 2005 3:18 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Work Begins on Rissers Boardwalk
Work on the boardwalk at Rissers Beach Provincial Park, Lunenburg
Co., started on Tuesday, March 15.
Blackheaded Budworm Threatens Highlands Forests
Natural Resources
March 8, 2005 2:30 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Blackheaded Budworm Threatens Highlands
Forests
Nova Scotia forestry officials say there is a serious threat to
woodlands in the Cape Breton Highlands where large populations of
the blackheaded budworm have been discovered.
Province Supports Improvements to Port Hood
Natural Resources
February 25, 2005 2:39 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Province Supports Improvements to Port Hood
Park
Nova Scotians and visitors will see improvements to the Port Hood
Provincial Park this summer, thanks to a $70,000 investment by
the provincial government.
Province Extends Review of Wildlife Management
Natural Resources
February 25, 2005 2:10 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Province Extends Review of Wildlife Management
Areas
The Department of Natural Resources has extended the deadline for
public comment on the review of wildlife sanctuaries and wildlife
management areas.
Outdoor Skills for Women
Natural Resources
January 26, 2005 12:13 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Outdoor Skills for Women
Women now have an opportunity to enjoy the winter weather while
learning outdoor skills and trying new activities.
Portions of the Shubenacadie Canal System to be Upgraded
Natural Resources
January 20, 2005 10:17 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Portions of the Shubenacadie Canal System to
be Upgraded
The province will provide $250,000 to upgrade portions of the
Shubenacadie Canal system.
Province Assesses Wildlife Management Areas
Natural Resources
January 17, 2005 11:01 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Province Assesses Wildlife Management Areas
Provincial wildlife specialists are beginning a public review of
wildlife sanctuaries and wildlife management areas throughout the
province.
Rissers Beach Boardwalk to be Reconstructed
Natural Resources
January 5, 2005 8:48 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Rissers Beach Boardwalk to be
Reconstructed
The popular salt marsh boardwalk at Rissers Beach Provincial
Park, Lunenburg Co., will be reconstructed.
Second Lake Park Reserve To Expand
Natural Resources
December 22, 2004 9:41 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Second Lake Park Reserve To Expand
The province is expanding the Second Lake Park Reserve in Lower
Sackville, Halifax Co.
Hunter Education Instructor of the Year
Natural Resources
December 15, 2004 2:35 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Hunter Education Instructor of the Year
Clarence Grondin of the Lunenburg Rod and Gun Club is the 2004
Nova Scotia Hunter Education Instructor of the Year.
Province Issues Donkin Call for Proposals
Natural Resources
December 13, 2004 10:37 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Province Issues Donkin Call for Proposals
The province issued a call for proposals today, Dec. 13, to
explore and develop the Donkin coal resource block within the
Sydney coalfield.
Enhanced Wood Salvage Program Announced
Natural Resources
December 8, 2004 12:47 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Enhanced Wood Salvage Program Announced
The province announced an enhanced wood salvage program for
landowners within the Brown Spruce Longhorn Beetle restricted
zone during a meeting on Dec. 7 at the Lawrencetown Community
Centre in Lawrencetown, Halifax Regional Municipality.
Wild Turkey Decision
Natural Resources
December 3, 2004 10:30 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Wild Turkey Decision
The province has decided not to approve the introduction of wild
turkeys to Nova Scotia at this time.
Province Purchases Coastal Properties
Natural Resources
November 19, 2004 9:05 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Province Purchases Coastal Properties
The province is purchasing more than 2,400 hectares of coastal
properties, in areas of Shelburne, Guysborough and Halifax
counties.
Committee to Review Off-highway Vehicle Report
Natural Resources
November 2, 2004 2:00 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Committee to Review Off-highway Vehicle Report
The Department of Natural Resources will co-ordinate an
interdepartmental committee to review Voluntary Planning's off-
highway vehicle task force report, released today, Nov. 2.
Deer Hunting Season Opens In Nova Scotia
Natural Resources
October 28, 2004 12:53 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Deer Hunting Season Opens In Nova Scotia
Natural Resources Minister Richard Hurlburt is urging hunters to
make safety a top priority as this year's five-week deer hunting
season opens on Friday, Oct. 29.
Learning More About Our Mineral Resources
Natural Resources
October 22, 2004 10:58 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Learning More About Our Mineral Resources
The story of Halifax Harbour will be told by Gordon Fader during
a lunchtime talk on Tuesday, Nov. 2 at the 2004 Mining Matters
Conference in Halifax.
2004 Woodlot Owner of the Year Field Day
Natural Resources
October 8, 2004 11:37 AM
NATURAL RESOURCES--2004 Woodlot Owner of the Year Field Day
James Bower is Nova Scotia's 2004 provincial Woodlot Owner of the
Year. A field day will be held on his woodlot in Lower Ohio,
Shelburne Co., on Saturday, Oct. 16 from 10 a.m to 3 p.m.
Women Enjoying the Outdoors
Natural Resources
September 28, 2004 1:11 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Women Enjoying the Outdoors
Nancy Parsons grew up with six siblings and enjoyed many outdoor
activities, such as camping, fishing and hiking. Then she joined
the workforce and had a family. Her priorities and
responsibilities changed and she wasn't able to spend as much
time enjoying the outdoors as she would have liked.
Sustainable Communities Initiative Wins Silver Award
Natural Resources
September 24, 2004 3:01 PM
NATURAL RESOURCES--Sustainable Communities Initiative Wins Silver
Award
Government organizations in Nova Scotia were recognized recently
for developing a unique one-stop business shopping process for
communities.