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Thanks to our members who came out to share their interests and talents with us.

Thanks to Patricia Pleli who took us on a tour of London England’s spectacular holiday lights displays.

It was a great to pleasure to hear the philosophy and musical talents of Phil Beaudoin. Watch the short video for a taste of what you may have missed.

Lil’ Reg is pleased to announce that Betty’s Plaque has been installed
beside our Commemorative Boulder and Tree.

Over the years, this has become a cherished place for our members to visit
and reflect in a serene natural setting. Our volunteers have contributed
time, effort and funds to create this peaceful natural area.
We have truly appreciated the support of Essex County Nature to help
create and install Betty’s plaque. As well, we are very pleased with the City
of Windsor for helping us celebrate Betty’s valued contribution to Lil’ Reg.
Betty was a founding member of Lil’ Reg and her plaque will always remind
us of her impact of helping to improve the ecosystem health of the Little
River Watershed.

It is with great pleasure to share that memorial trees have been planted in honour of past members Betty Learmouth and Jim McAllister.

This lovely tuliptree has been planted in honour of Betty Learmouth at Holiday Beach last week. An ideal spot for tuliptrees was carefully selected, where it was planted amongst the maples, where the soil is well drained (sandy loam) and where it will receive ample sunlight. This tree will also help diversify the canopy of this heavy maple area.

Last week, ERCA staff planted this beautiful Swamp White Oak memorial tree in memory of Mr. Jim McAllister out at Hillman Marsh Conservation Area.

ERCA staff commented “It is a thrill to see such a remarkable tree planted in this space out at Hillman. What a lovely and generous gesture from the Essex County Field Naturalists in memory of Mr. McAllister.”