At the Oct 16th RHN general meeting, Jean Iron, former President, Ontario Field Naturalists, will speak on Shorebirds, Bears and Natural History of Akimiski Island.   While volunteering on Akimiski Island in James Bay, Nunavut, Jean Iron conducted intense ground surveys of shorebirds and their habitat for the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources. The north coast of this uninhabited island of 3001 sq. km. is particularly important to southbound shorebirds.

The public is cordially invited to this event which is sponsored by the Richmond Hill Naturalists.  There is no admission charge, parking is free and refreshments will be served.

When: Thursday, October 16, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Richmond Hill Presbyterian Church, Wallace Hall, 10066 Yonge St.
More information: Marianne Yake, 905-883-3047