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Dalhousie Place in Brant and Haldimand Norfolk has been recognized by the International Supervised Visitation Network (www.svnetwork.net) as the Supervised Visitation Provider of the Year Award. Known as the Hedi Levenback award, Dalhousie Place was nominated and selected by the membership in Canada, United States, Australia, Japan, and Europe. The winner is selected by SVN members, who they feel demonstrated exceptional skills in the delivery and implementation of a supervised visitation program, commitment to the SVN Standards, engagement in SVN and chapter activities/events, and achieved program excellence and innovation. This award is named in honour of one of SVN’s early Board Members, Hedi Levenback.Lisa De Long, the President of the Board of Directors for Dalhousie Place and a Brant Family Lawyer, accepted the award on behalf of the agency. Dalhousie Place has a long history in the field of supervised access and visitation since being first established as a pilot project over twenty years ago. More recently the

Executive Director of Dalhousie Place, Valya Roberts, completed research through Nipissing University on Supervised Access Programs in Ontario: Strategies for Family Safety. In addition, Ms. Roberts helped to establish the first Provincial Chapter of SVN and was the President of the International SVN from 2006-2008. “Supervised access services are a fundamental need in our communities: in today’s society, children are often caught in the middle of the anger and violence when parents are separating and divorcing. Centres are

needed especially when domestic violence has occurred, as not only the safety of the children is a concern, but also the safety of the parent” says Valya Roberts, Executive Director. “Without the funding from the Province (Ministry of the Attorney General) and the support of the communities and volunteers, children would not have the opportunity to have safe visitation” states Ms. Roberts.

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By Dave ScottA few years back, I was invited to watch Haven Swarts and her cousin, Marley Swarts, as they trained for the Canadian Tumbling Championships. Both girls were super excited, did very well and were looking forward to continuing on. Unfortunately, due to health reasons, Marley was unable to proceed. Haven advanced without her best friend and cousin… she moved on from our local club, Simcoe Gliders, and began training with a club in Oakville. She is extremely thankful for the all that she has learned and accomplished in Simcoe. The Oakville club was just the next step.Her parents now drive her three to four times a week to Oakville for training. Haven also works at the Beach House in Port Dover and plays hockey in the winter… this young lady goes at a hectic pace.As we sat on the front porch of the Swarts household in Port Dover, Haven updated me on the whirlwind of events leading to her rise in being one of the premier tumblers in the country.She was four years old when she started gymnastics and was doing all the different events… but she just kept pestering coaches, wanting to go to the tumbling track… she loved doing the flips.The years passed and Haven’s strength and focus became tumbling. Her rise in the ranks vaulted her to number one at the National Championships last year

for thirteen and fourteen year olds.Which brings us to this year’s Canadian Championships in Ottawa in which Haven competed against girls as old as nineteen. She, being the youngest, knew she had her work cut out for her and proved she was up to the challenge. In the preliminary round she needed to hit a score of 58.4 to make the worlds. She laughs now remembering back, hearing her name boom out over the loud speaker, then taking off down the track and doing her sequence of unbelievable flips, turns and twists… coming to a solid landing with the crowd cheering her on (it is just incredible, check it out on YouTube at SportsNorfolk.ca)! She waited for her score to appear. She and her coach believed she had nailed it… but then the score appeared, 54.8… not enough. Tears began, but soon it was realized that the wrong score had been posted, the correction was made and as Haven described it… “I went from tears to oh my God!” Just like that, her dream of competing at the World Championships was a reality. She was 7th going into her final tumble and wanted to move up a placing, so of course she did just that and slipped into 6th place.Being only fourteen years old, Haven is the youngest member of Team Canada. She will compete at the worlds in Bulgaria in November against competitors her own age. This young lady cannot wait to see how she stacks up against the rest of the world.At such a young age the opportunity

to gain experience at the international level will only help down the road. Knowing Haven, I would not be surprised to hear that she does very well at the worlds.Her personality make up is that of a true competitor… she does not

like to lose (I have watched her play hockey). She has taken the hockey mentality and applied it to tumbling… her strong work ethic and drive will surely take her far in life.Congrats Haven!

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By Dave ScottTwo good friends are embarking on two different endeavours, which will surely test their limits of endurance.Both asked if I could help a little, at first I kinda resisted, it wasn’t that I didn’t want to… I was considering my own goals, my family’s goals, and just how much time I had to spare.In the end I have tried to help both with advice and a little direction.One of the folks I am talking about is Chris Peters, who is set to swim from Long Point to Port Dover July 20th in support of Jumpstart and to raise water safety awareness.For Chris, this has been a dream of his for a long time… in fact the discussion has been going on for four or five years now. Last year he put his swim aside to help Annaleise with her swim. Chris was a critical component of the in-water pacing team that helped Annaleise on her historic swim.Chris is your typical forty-eight year old guy with a great wife, two super kids and a pile of friends he enjoys hanging out with. He is the kinda guy you could sit, relax and enjoy a cold one with… now throw him in a puddle of water and he turns into a swimming machine. It really is something to watch… the sheer power.His training that has been on going since last summer for this 30 km swim from the tip of Long Point to Port Dover is incredible. He is not just swimming, but running, biking and strength training, all for one day in his life… for one day surrounded by the water and friends… that one day to make a difference, to heighten awareness of water safety… to raise funds, making sure that the next child has an opportunity to learn to swim… to help prevent any child from slipping under the water unnoticed… it is what Chris knows has to be done and he understands he can make a difference… and he will.His strength in the water will lead the way… his heart and soul will push onward… he will be tested as he heads into the lake at the end of Long Point, with the washing machine conditions of water out there.For Chris he will let his actions do the talking… no flyer handout, no rah rah… just the drive to help a life… and with the Jumpstart program many kids will learn water safety and swimming skills… so kids can enjoy the calm waters of life. My other friend Jessie VandenBussche is starting her adventure soon, she is cycling around Ontario to raise awareness and funds for the Canadian Mental Health Association… when we chatted she was preparing to head out for Thunder Bay.You know I can’t quite put my finger on it, but every time I see Jessie… I just feel good… she kinda just does that… her fun smile… her energy, is that of a young woman learning and facing life’s challenges with a fierce sense of determination. Her quest as she cycles around the province is to raise awareness of Mental Health and the direct impact of fitness on helping folks facing struggles.Jessie firmly believes, as do I, that physical activity helps promote better mental health.I have heard Jessie speak and talked with others who have heard her… the passion is there to help… and when someone has the passion and the confidence… anything can be accomplished.Jessie and I talked way back in February about

her ride and I wished I could have helped her more, but she is ready… I know Jessie will succeed.I just shared with you about a couple of extraordinary people who remind us all to get involved, to be passionate, to dream, to make a difference.These two friends are incredible. For all that know them, consider yourself lucky! Their endless hours of training… for Chris in the water swimming two to three hours a day, staving off injury, focused… and Jessie riding a trainer indoors all winter, hitting the road in early April, braving elements, climbing endless hills, surviving wipe-outs to ride another day… both of these folks doing it for their desire and passion to help others… people they may never know or meet… but if you know these two, you already know… it is never about them! If you would like to donate or get involved with the ride please contact Jessie through her website, www.strongfreehappy.ca.To donate to Chris go to Canadian Tire Simcoe, north shore runners Port Dover, or donate online at www.norfolkhub.ca.

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By Rob SmithWell Long Point Waterfowl has done it again. They recently held their 2nd annual fundraising dinner and auction at the Greens at Renton and it was a smashing success. Guests were treated to a great meal and a beautiful view overlooking the lush green of the golf course. Auction and silent auction items were just amazing again this year. Trips to Africa, Argentina, western Canada and the U.S. were up for grabs. Guns, fishing equipment, tools and a host of other items were offered for the outdoor adventurous person. Jewellery, quilts, accessories and tickets to entertainment events were just some of the items on the list for the ladies. For the artistic person there were carvings, pottery, wildlife prints, a tour with a wildlife photographer and even some original paintings by some world renowned artists. The list goes on and on. The variety of items offered made it suitable for everyone.The evening was a total success,

raising nearly $42,000 for waterfowl and wetland research, education and conservation in the lower Great Lakes region. That’s right… all the money raised, stays right in this area.Many, many thanks to everyone involved. The volunteers, the donors and sponsors and, of course, the 180 people who were fortunate enough to get a ticket and be able to attend this wonderful event, are the ones who made this all happen. Plans are already underway for next year’s event, so keep an eye on the Long Point Waterfowl website for this and other events. www.longpointwaterfowl.org Remember to stop by the Research and Education Centre at 546 Turkey Point Road on September 22/13 for the 3rd annual Duck Day. Have a hotdog, watch the ever-popular retriever demonstrations and much more. Check the website later on in the summer for a list of Duck Day events. Bring the kids and don’t forget, it’s all free.

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By Jean MottashedAlmost all of the elements for a fine evening of sailing were there. The skies were fairly clear. The water was calm. Lots of boats manned by enthusiastic crews were ready to go. The only thing missing was the wind.It was race night at the Port Dover Yacht Club, part of their regular Monday and Wednesday night schedule. Skipper Hadley Jackson offered to take us along on his 30-foot boat to experience sailboat racing firsthand.To me, there's nothing finer than a good day on the bay. I've enjoyed beautiful summer days boating, fishing and water-skiing over the years -- but there's something appealing about a vessel powered by the wind. It fuels the imagination and heightens the senses. Poets and songwriters alike have immortalized its mysterious charm. Just look up a poem called "Sea Fever" written by John Masefield, and you'll see what I mean. The opening lines are "I must go down to the seas again, to the lonely sea and the sky, And all I ask is a tall ship and a star to steer her by."But obviously, in sailboat racing, you need more than just a tall ship and a star! If the wind doesn't co-operate, the race is off. But that doesn't stop these Port Dover sailors from having a good time.We joined a flotilla of about 20 other boats, catching the six o'clock lift bridge out of the harbour and into the inner bay. After motoring more than a mile from shore, the light evening breeze suddenly diminished and we were clocking a speed of less than one knot.

(Hadley tells me a healthy wind for racing blows between 4 and 8 knots.) Engines were cut, sails went up and crew members reclined and chatted, waiting for a shift in the weather. What began next reminded me of a beautiful ballet. Because there was just enough of a breeze to power the boats, they began quietly and lazily gliding past each other, turning and tacking, back and forth in perfect symphony, waiting for the starting signal from the committee boat. A setting sun peeked through the clouds and shimmered on crisp white sails. The glassy lake reflected the image of the boats like a natural mirror.For me it was a breathtaking sight -- dreamy and magical at the same time. Boats with idyllic names like Stargazer, Tapestry and Sea of Dreams slid silently and effortlessly through the water. I was in heaven.For the sailors, on the other hand, not so much. They crave the drama of the race, the tugging of ropes and pulleys, the list of the ship under

full sail, sheets taut and straining against the wind, the spray of water on upturned faces. This kind of action is the lifeblood of sailing. This is what these mariners live for, and return to the water for, week after week. It's in their DNA.While we waited for wind, Captain Hadley and his crew told stories about the unpredictability of the lake. Some races are run through pouring rain, with fog rolling in so thick it's a challenge to find the way home. Some races start out in stiff wind, then suddenly there's no wind at all. Sometimes sails shift so quickly and with such force that they knock a sailor right into the water. They comically refer to hot, sunny, windless race days as "bob and bake" events.Clearly, every story was told with passion -- for the feeling of freedom that comes with sailing, for the relaxing effects of the lake's fresh air, and for the sheer enjoyment of the competition with other mariners who are not only competitors, but good friends as

well.Camaraderie, good humour and big grins are hallmarks of these race nights. It was fun to observe captains shouting over to each other about yacht club news and details of upcoming events. Friendly verbal jousting followed by lots of laughter was the norm. Most tellingly, it wasn't a disappointment that no race could be run this night, but merely that this was a twice weekly adventure to be continued again next week, and most likely with far different results.If you ever get a chance to go out on the lake with one of these sailors, take it. It is a pleasure to be in their company. They are a breed apart and truly in love with our magnificent lake. Wind or no wind, sailing is an experience you will relish for the pure enjoyment of the natural elements and the good nature of the men and women who love what they do.For my part, I completely get their drift -- pun intended!

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A cataract is “a blurring of vision because of a

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Our population is aging. The reason for this is two-fold. One reason is that we are living

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defined as the very large group of babies born between 1946 to 1962. The oldest of the boomers are now turning 65. By 2036, the senior population in Canada is expected to double and will represent 25% of the total population. As this occurs, seniors will outnumber children for the first time in history. How will this effect society? A recent Canadian government report took a look at the social and economic implications of this huge demographic shift, here are a few of the findings:Health System Pressures: There will be an 83% increase in health care costs to the system by 2020. Why?More than 50% of a person’s lifetime health care expenditures occur after age 65. A large share of this occurs at the time of death or in the last two years of life.There is already a shortage of health care workers in this sector and it is expected to become much worse, especially within the nursing profession.Labour Supply concerns:Right now there are 19 retirees for every 100 workers. That is expected to rise to 39 retirees per 100 workers by 2030.The average age to retire presently is 61 years old. Retirement age will have to rise considerably in the future due to shortages of workers in many fields, particularly in health care professions. Intergenerational Concerns:Baby-boomers are carrying much more debt into retirement than any previous generation. This will affect the transfer of wealth to children and heirs. For the first time in history, older children are being held accountable for their parents’ debts. This is extremely important and the

government is trying desperately to encourage pre-retirees to pay down debt and save for the future.These are only a few highlights from the study. You can read the entire report at www.cga-canada.orgThe bottom line: it is going to be one heck of a ride over the next 30 years. Our entire society will be transformed. Senior political clout will rise, advertisers will target senior needs and concerns, movies and popular culture will reflect senior’s wishes and dreams. The baby boomers have transformed Canada at every stage of their lives and their Golden Years will be no different.

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Most likely, many of us can remember attending a few house parties in our youth that would go on to all hours of the night. The live band set up in the backyard going Spinal Tap, cranking it to 11… then of course the inevitable would happen and the police would show up, people would scatter and the band would be informed to shut it down. The band would be annoyed, but in the end it just made the band bigger… they were instantly cool!Flash ahead to this past weekend as my wife and I headed up north to see our friends Andria and Sean. Sean’s band was playing at an annual block party and we were looking forward to hearing him play. For the band (the Dust Monkeys), this was their traditional, once-a-year show. Every Tuesday night for a number of years, these guys have been getting together to refine their musicals skills.This is their gig and they take it very seriously, leaving nothing to chance and enjoying their one-day of rock stardom… everything has to be just right!We arrived mid afternoon, settled into our lawn chairs, basking in the sun and music. It wasn’t long before someone informed us that the police had stopped by and asked for the decibel level to be turned down just a little, or there would be a fine. I kinda laughed it off, almost thinking it was a joke. The Dust Monkeys were playing no louder then a oversized car stereo would, rumbling down the street. Their music was of the classic rock elk, you know, Lynyrd Skynyrd, the Hip, Tom Petty… nothing crazy, and the band sounded great!Well about thirty minutes later, a cruiser pulled up and a couple of officers said it was time to shut it down because of noise complaints. You

could tell the officers were almost embarrassed. The easy going, quiet crowd and the band were in disbelief. The officers allowed for two more songs and then shut it down.Now perhaps the person complaining had a small child, maybe was a shift worker or someone ill. I understand and respect that, but it was 4 o’clock on a Saturday afternoon. It was the day the music… I won’t say it! I will say the Dust

Monkeys now have their place in history with all the great party bands that have reached the ultimate cool of being able to say, ‘Yah. We were kicking it pretty hard… till the cops shut us down…’ now their legendary status is complete… and no one ever needs to know it was 4 o’clock in the afternoon!To the Dust Monkeys, “Thanks for the invite… great party… see you next year!

This month I would like to continue with my help tips and

guidelines for proper puffer use & care.

By Lyndsey Ross, RRT, BSc.

resPiratorY HealtH Tip #3 – Rinse Your Mouth!

Remember to rinse your mouth after taking your puffer, especially if it is a steroid puffer (most common Flovent®, Pulmicort®, Advair®, QVAR®, Alvesco®, Spiriva®). It is recommended that you rinse your mouth after you have taken your inhalers because the medication left on your tongue can cause an oral infection, known as Oral Thrush. This is completely preventable by simply rinsing your mouth with water after taking your inhalers. Oral thrush develops as white patches/scabs on your tongue and cheek and is treatable; however, it is easier to avoid it all together.Tip #4 – Understand Your Inhalers.

Not all inhalers work in the same way or have the same effect. There are two main types of inhalers, ones that are fast acting to help immediately alleviate issues and ones that are long acting and help to maintain your respiratory strength. Your doctor will advise you as to how to use each inhaler. If you have been prescribed a fast acting inhaler, your doctor will likely tell you to use it as needed. This is usually for shortness of breath or respiratory wheezes. Longer acting inhalers are designed to help your lungs maintain and improve their strength to help avoid asthma or COPD exacerbations. Most of these inhalers need to be used daily for several weeks before they fully take effect. If you are not

sure about your inhaler you should ask your physician or pharmacist for clarification.

Lyndsey Ross, RRT, BSc.Respiratory HomeCare Solutions Simcoe39 Kent Street North, Unit 2Simcoe, Ontario p. (519) 426-1113e. [email protected]

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For more information contact:

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If your regular collection day is Monday, place your material out for collection on Tuesday. If your regular collection day is Tuesday, place your material out on Wednesday, and so on through to

Saturday. Please place your material to the curb no later than 7 a.m.

For former Town of Simcoe Residents (also known as Ward 5), your collection remains unchanged.

2013 Collections Guides are available at Norfolk County Administration Offices and Norfolk County Libraries.

For more information contact:

Norfolk County 519-582-2100 or 519-428-0020

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If your regular collection day is Monday, place your material out for collection on Tuesday. If your regular collection day is Tuesday, place your material out on Wednesday, and so on through to

Saturday. Please place your material to the curb no later than 7 a.m.

For former Town of Simcoe Residents (also known as Ward 5), your collection remains unchanged.

2013 Collections Guides are available at Norfolk County Administration Offices and Norfolk County Libraries.

For more information contact:

Norfolk County 519-582-2100 or 519-428-0020

www.norfolkcounty.ca

For Garbage Collection Only:

Norfolk Disposal Services 519-443-8022 or 1-800-616-0347

For Recycling Collection Only:

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GARBAGE AND RECYCLING

COLLECTION NOTICE

CANADA DAY - MONDAY JULY 1st, 2013

For Norfolk County Residents OUTSIDE the Former Town of Simcoe:

If your regular collection day is Monday, place your material out for collection on Tuesday. If your regular collection day is Tuesday, place your material out on Wednesday, and so on through to

Saturday. Please place your material to the curb no later than 7 a.m.

For former Town of Simcoe Residents (also known as Ward 5), your collection remains unchanged.

2013 Collections Guides are available at Norfolk County Administration Offices and Norfolk County Libraries.

For more information contact:

Norfolk County 519-582-2100 or 519-428-0020

www.norfolkcounty.ca

For Garbage Collection Only:

Norfolk Disposal Services 519-443-8022 or 1-800-616-0347

For Recycling Collection Only:

HGC Management 519-426-1633 or 1-888-729-1926

GARBAGE AND RECYCLING

COLLECTION NOTICE

CANADA DAY - MONDAY JULY 1st, 2013

For Norfolk County Residents OUTSIDE the Former Town of Simcoe:

If your regular collection day is Monday, place your material out for collection on Tuesday. If your regular collection day is Tuesday, place your material out on Wednesday, and so on through to

Saturday. Please place your material to the curb no later than 7 a.m.

For former Town of Simcoe Residents (also known as Ward 5), your collection remains unchanged.

2013 Collections Guides are available at Norfolk County Administration Offices and Norfolk County Libraries.

For more information contact:

Norfolk County 519-582-2100 or 519-428-0020

www.norfolkcounty.ca

For Garbage Collection Only:

Norfolk Disposal Services 519-443-8022 or 1-800-616-0347

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The Dust Monkeys

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By MARG WERDEN A kaleidoscope of butterflies and butterfly activities!Whoever came up with the odd names for groups of animals (an army of ants, a raft of ducks, a murder of crows, etc.) decided that a group of butterflies should be a kaleidoscope. How appropriate when one considers a butterfly’s jewel-like colours and, in most cases, the symmetry of the patterns on the wings! When I went out to the garden to gather some dill for a salad on the weekend, I noticed a few “pests” on some of the dill. From past experience, however, I decided to determine what these little half-inch long caterpillars were before I decided how much of a threat they were to the dill. After checking my caterpillar guide and consulting with an entomologist (Thanks, Bernie!), I found out that these little caterpillars, which I at first thought were bird droppings, are one of the first instars (developmental stages) of the Black Swallowtail butterfly.One of the most common North American butterflies to visit backyard gardens, the Black Swallowtail is a relatively large butterfly with black wings that have yellow markings and a wingspan of 8 to 11 cm. The male is more boldly coloured than the female, whose colours are faded shades of yellow and blue. The Black Swallowtail mimics the colours of some other butterflies, such as the Pipevine Swallowtail, which is distasteful to predators. However, the Black Swallowtail has a distinct orange circle with a black dot on the inner

edge of the hind wings to help identify it.Nicknamed “parsley worms,” the caterpillars feed on parsley, dill, fennel, and other members of the carrot family. Adult butterflies feed on the nectar of flowers.Every time the caterpillar molts, it changes its appearance, growing from a few millimetres to five centimetres long. In the case of the Black Swallowtail, the caterpillar has five instars. In the last few instars, it is white and green, with black bands and six yellow or orange spots on each body segment. After finishing its life as a caterpillar, the chrysalis stage lasts 9 to 11 days or over the winter, depending on the time of year, after which an adult butterfly emerges.Although the Black Swallowtail feeds on garden plants, they have never become a major pest because females lay just a few eggs in one place. However, with the shift away from agriculture and toward reforestation, the species is becoming less common. One way to help sustain the Black Swallowtail population is to plant some of the host plants in your garden even if you have no use for dill, parsley, or fennel!Interestingly, the Black Swallowtail has a few interesting defence mechanisms. In addition to mimicking the Pipevine Swallowtail as adults, the caterpillars have a special gland called an osmeterium (see inset photo). This gland, which looks like a forked snake tongue, emits a foul odour when

the caterpillar is threatened. As well, the caterpillars ingest oils from their host plants, the taste of which helps repel birds and other predators. The chrysalides are either green or brown, depending on the colour of the surface to which they are attached, helping to camouflage them from predators.To learn more about butterflies and their life cycles, there are three events in July that are open to the public: Long Point Butterfly CountThis all-day event will take place on Saturday, July 6th, and is similar to a Christmas Bird Count, in that it involves identifying and counting local butterfly species. “Winged jewels” experts will be on hand to help identify and tabulate the species and numbers of butterflies in Long Point and the surrounding area. This event is part of the North America-wide annual count. For more information, contact Adam or Matt Timpf at (519) 429-4147 or [email protected] Annual Butterfly and Dragonfly FestivalThe 4th annual Butterfly and Dragonfly Festival is scheduled for Sunday, July 14th at the Backus Heritage Conservation Area near Port Rowan. This family-friendly event, organized by Nature’s Calling Environmental Education, offers numerous activities planned throughout the day including guided butterfly identification walks, pond dipping and pond

walks, kids’ crafts, face painting, and much more. Harry Hewick, of Hamilton, will have a collection of his live butterflies on hand and a live butterfly release is planned for 2:30 pm Native plant gardening tips will be featured for those with a green thumb and kids will have a chance to pot their own native flowering plants so they can attract butterflies to their backyards.The highlight of the day will be the ever-popular “Spread Your Wings” Parade where kids dress up as butterflies and flutter around to live music by The Ukeheads and the Melody Drive Band. For more information, please contact Bernie Solymár, Nature’s Calling Environmental Education, at [email protected] or (519) 410-7376.Norfolk Field Naturalists’ Hummingbird and Butterfly OutingA hummingbird banding demonstration and a walk around a meadow habitat to look for butterflies is scheduled for Saturday, July 27th from 10 am to noon. The location is 273 Charlotteville Road 2, 2.2 km east of Forestry Farm Road near St. Williams. Bring a butterfly net and/or binoculars. Contact Audrey at (519) 586-9464 for more information.

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From pinhead-sized eggs through five caterpillar instars to adult butterfly takes only a matter of weeks for the Black Swallowtail butterfly. The inset photo shows the caterpillar’s osmeterium, a defence mechanism to deter predators. Go to www.norfolkhub.ca to see photos in colour.

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