Volunteers of the Month: Property Guardians Ingrid and Burkhard Plache

27 Dec 2020

This month we are honouring Property Guardians Ingrid & Burkhard Plache. Giving their time and many talents to the Nature Trust has given Ingrid and Burkhard the opportunity to connect with the natural world in the most unique way, while also protecting the land they cherish.

Volunteer of the Month: Property Guardian Donald Allan

01 Dec 2020

Meet our latest Volunteer of the month, one of our faithful Property Guardians, Donald Allan. Originally from downtown Toronto, Donald was drawn to Nova Scotia’s clean, fresh air, the beauty of the forests, and the thousands of kilometres of beautiful, natural shoreline. On his volunteering, Donald comments, “It is rewarding to think that each small effort contributes to the marvellous work that the Nature Trust does in preserving and protecting these natural habitats for future generations.” Read the full story including his unexpected experience balancing a tire on his kayak...

All the Way from Brazil: Office Volunteer Arlete Casagrande

28 Oct 2020

Recently arrived from Brazil, Arlete joined our office volunteer team in 2019. At the time, she was studying at NSCC and was looking for opportunities to engage with her new community. She reminisces, “As a newcomer, it can be challenging to get to know people outside of the academic environment. Volunteering helped me to overcome the emptiness and sadness of living in a new country, where you don't know anyone. It gave me a purpose.”

Jess Wentzell : It’s not work if you’re having fun!

03 Jul 2020

Jess Wentzell tells us how she turned her hobby into a great volunteer role as a Property Guardian for our Medway River Conservation Lands. Now she can go have fun on the water and not feel guilty about all those household chores still waiting to be done!

Dave & Seely Alder – Wilderness Enthusiasts and Property Guardians

24 Jun 2020

Dave and Seely Alder share a passion for the outdoors; a passion they have combined with their desire to support the Nature Trust as volunteer Property Guardians. The property they look after is not the most accessible, but that does not deter this adventurous couple; they have hiked, biked, kayaked and flown across the landscape!

Roy Parker : Enjoying an active retirement as a Property Guardian

28 May 2020

Roy Parker loves nothing more than spending time on the river. With a 34 year career as an Environmental Biologist with Environment Canada under his belt, you'd agree he has earned that leisure time. But, keen to give back and help protect our natural heritage, Roy decided to volunteer as a Property Guardian for our Tangier River Conservation Lands. His passion for nature shines through in his words, as he describes his almost paternalistic love for this property.

Alix d’Entremont : Property Guardian & Bird’s Eye View Volunteer

23 Apr 2020

Alix d'Entremont is able to combine his passions for boating and birding as a volunteer with the Nova Scotia Nature Trust. Read his story here.

Linda Tremblay: Long-time Volunteer and Supporter

18 Apr 2020

Linda Tremblay is a long-time friend and supporter of the Nature Trust. She has supported us on many Dinner & Auction Committees, and she is a regular volunteer at Nature's House. Read her story here.

Andy Robinson: Inspiring Others Through the Written Word

26 Mar 2020

Ever wonder who writes our fantastic donor and volunteer stories? Meet Andy Robinson - volunteer, team member and all-around great human being! Read on to hear, in his own words, why Andy started volunteering with the Nature Trust back in 2017 and how he uses his talents to inspire others.

Volunteer All-Stars Richard & Grace: Helping conserve nature one clean basement at a time

23 Mar 2020

With a lifetime spent in the health sciences field, Richard and Grace Beazley knew they wanted an active retirement—doing something healthy and physical in the outdoors. That decision, made almost 20 years ago, opened doors and opportunities they might never have expected.