*Caring for Our Coast: Envisioning a Lake Erie Community Stewardship Trail Network* Can conservation, recreation and tourism work together to make a difference on a significant landscape? Join Carolinian Canada Coalition in exploring eco-friendly ways to link these sectors and recover species at risk on Canada’s southernmost coastline. On October 22 - 23, 2009, CCC is partnering with Parks Canada to host a two-day “Caring for Our Coast” Forum at Point Pelee National Park and the Pelee Days Inn, in Leamington, Ontario. This event will launch a major new initiative, the Lake Erie Community Stewardship Trail Network, to promote enjoyment, understanding and stewardship of the diverse coastal zone. “Caring for Our Coast” will investigate how trails and outdoor recreation can protect and restore the unique nature of southwestern Ontario. With international speakers, local experts, outdoor workshops, and round table sessions, there will be many opportunities to offer your perspective, network, gain insight and get inspired. Don’t miss this unique event, your opportunity to discuss and shape the future of Lake Erie’s Carolinian Coast. This forum will also feature a special Keynote Address "Working Together to Leave No Child Inside!" by Martin LeBlanc, Vice President of the Children and Nature Network & National Youth Education Director for the Sierra Club** . This exciting keynote address will focus on how community-based strategies can be utilized to connect children with the outdoors. Come get information on how to empower your own community, influence policymakers, and create non-traditional partnerships to ensure that every child has an opportunity to experience nature! More information about the “Caring for Our Coast” Forum can be found at www.carolinian.org, by emailing coast at carolinian.org or by calling 1-519-433-7077. *Join the Carolinian Canada Coalition Coastal Network. Stay connected with our coastal project. Email coast at carolinian.org* -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: http://www.great-lakes.net/lists/glin-announce/attachments/20091015/02fe9aa5/attachment.html