Healthy Yards for Healthy Horses - must be able to attend both dates in order to register

This workshop is a free, interactive, two-day workshop for the equine community. The first part of the workshop will be held on Saturday March 27th, 2010 from 9-3pm at the Caledon Community Complex located at 6215 Old Church Road, Caledon East. The second part of the workshop will be held on Saturday April 10th, 2010 from 9-3pm at the Caledon Village Library located at 18313 Highway 10, Caledon. You must be able to attend both dates in order to register. Morning coffee and lunch will be provided on both days and a bus tour of local equine facilities is arranged for the second part of the workshop.

Location:
Caledon Community Complex located at 6215 Old Church Road, Caledon East
Caledon Village Library located at 18313 Highway 10, Caledon

Time:
Saturday, March 27th - 9 to 3 p.m. at the Caledon Community
ComplexSaturday, April 10th - 9 to 3 p.m. at the Caledon Village Library

Cost: Free

2nd Annual Sharing Experiences Workshop

This workshop is brought to you by your local Conservation Authority and Stewardship Council. Groups and individuals who undertake environmental projects in their community are invited to attend. Participants will share their experiences and gain valuable knowledge on stewardship initiatives

Location: Maplewood Hall, Artaban Rd., Ancaster, ON

Time: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Cost: Free

Contact:

Jaime Overy, (905) 525-2181 Ext. 165, jovery@conservationhamilton.ca

Rattray Marsh Annual Spring Clean-Up

Annual Spring Clean-Up at Rattray Marsh Conservation Area. Wear sturdy boots, work gloves, and dress for the weather. Work gloves are available. Snacks provided.

Location: Rattray Marsh Conservation Area (Meet us at any entrance to Rattray Marsh Conservation Area)

Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Cost: Free

A Grand Re-opening of Terra Cotta Conservation Area

Pancakes, sausages and beverages will be served from 9 a.m. to noon. The cost is $5 for adults and $3 for children (6-12 yrs.) and all proceeds will go to the Friends of Terra Cotta in support of the Terra Cotta Centre for Environmental Learning Campaign. Join us at 1 p.m. outside the new Welcome Centre for a free piece of cake to celebrate the re-opening of Terra Cotta CA at the official ceremony.

Location: Terra Cotta Conservation Area

Time: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cost: Free admission for the day

FAST Forward 2010 Film Festival

"H2Oil"

Location: Erin Canadian Legion Hall - 12 Dundas St. E., Erin

Time: 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.)

Cost: Free

Seeds of Hope - Developing a Community-Based Native Plant Cultivation Program

Join native plant grower and author Dan Bissonnette as he shares his insights into developing community-based systems of seed collection, cultivation and distribution that can benefit both the local community and the environment.

Location: The Riverwood Conservancy (Chappell House), 4300 Riverwood Park Lane, Mississauga

Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Cost: Free program

Orangeville Earth Day Tree Planting and Creek Clean-up

Join community partners to help combat climate change, shade Mill Creek to improve habitat for native fish, and clean and green your neighbourhood! Meet at the Fendley Park parking lot on Fendley Road, southwest of Riddell Road and Montgomery Boulevard at 9:00 am. BBQ lunch for volunteers will be provided by the Orangeville Optimist Club. Please dress for the weather – wear long pants and sturdy footwear. Bring gloves and shovels if you can, otherwise this equipment will be provided.

Location: Mill Creek, Orangeville (meet at Fendley Park)

Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Cost: Free

Trout Unlimited Sligo-Bridge Annual Clean-Up

Volunteers will work with members of Trout Unlimited to clean up a portion of the Credit River at the Sligo Bridge.

Location: Meet at the first bridge on McLaughlin Road, north of Grange Sideroad

Time: 9 a.m. to noon

Cost: Free

Look What the Stork Brought!

Spring time is the perfect time to be introduced to the newest little residents of a wetland and forest habitat. Come for an outdoor hike and learn about the newborn animals at Terra Cotta CA and the busyness of animal parenthood. Bring your own binoculars or you can borrow a pair to share.

Please note that registration is required to attend the event. Registration closes March April 22nd.

Location: Terra Cotta Conservation Area

Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m.

Cost: Free with regular admission to Terra Cotta

Contact:

education@creditvalleyca.ca or

905-670-1615 x221

Town of Halton Hills Earth Day

Join the Town of Halton Hills, Sustainable Halton Hills and their eco-partners in celebrating the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day with an environmental expo, workshops and displays at the Georgetown Market Place Mall. Family friendly event!

Location: Georgetown Market Place Mall (280 Guelph St., Highway #7 & Mountainview Road, Georgetown)

Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Cost: Free

Contact:

For more information, contact Sustainable Halton Hills 905-873-1820 info@sustainablehaltonhills.ca or www.sustainablehaltonhills.ca

E-liminate Your E-Waste - Earth Week Event

Square One is hosting its second annual E-liminate Your E-Waste TV and Computer Recycling Event. As part of the event, Earth Week displays will be set up on the upper level court in the mall. Credit Valley Conservation will host a booth that offers residents the opportunity to donate a toonie to help plant trees in Woodington Green Park, near Square One. In return for your donation you will receive a tree seedling compliments of Square One that you can plant in your own garden.

Location: Square One Shopping Centre, upper level court in between The Bay and Walmart

Time: 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Cost: Free

Contact:

For details please visit www.shopsquareone.com/events