Turning back the clock...450 million years!

Geologist Frank Brunton gave a fascinating presentation on the 450-million year old geological history of Ontario's Niagara Escarpment at the "Sources of Knowledge" forum May 14-15 in Tobermory, Ontario.



With fossil examples showing the ancient life forms of trilobytes and other life forms preserved with amazing clarity, Frank illustrated the incredible forces of geological change that shaped the Niagara Escarpment.

Sources of Knowledge Forum - Tobermory

Want to know more about the incredible biodiversity of the Niagara Escarpment? Here's your chance!

The Sources of Knowledge Forum in Tobermory May 14 & 15th explores the fascinating natural resources of the Niagara Escarpment Biosphere Reserve in beautiful Bruce County. A full roster of speakers, topics and registration info is available at the forum's site at www.sourcesofknowledge.com.

Enjoy a local food reception, wildlife art show, exhibitor's gallery and plenaries on a range of subjects related to natural resources, geology, tourism, land use planning, conservation efforts and climate change.

We'll be there!

State of the Aggregate Resource in Ontario report released

http://www.mnr.gov.on.ca/286996.pdf

Frozen in time...

Hamilton's spectacular Tiffany Falls are no less awe-inspiring during the winter months than any other time of year!

Photographed for the forthcoming "Flavours of the Biosphere" webisodes on the Niagara Escarpment Biosphere Reserve, the falls seem to be frozen in time in an awesome cascade of ice tentacles.

New Niagara Escarpment brochure at www.escarpment.org

View the Niagara Escarpment Commission's new brochure online now.

Niagara Escarpment Biosphere Reserve Photo Gallery

View a photo gallery of the Niagara Escarpment Biosphere Reserve!

Tews Falls, Hamilton, ON

Wineries of the Niagara Escarpment Biosphere Reserve

The Niagara Escarpment Biosphere Reserve is one of the premiere wine-producing regions of the world, given the unique microclimate created by the Escarpment and the moderating effects of Lake Ontario. Learn more and view maps of the wineries of the Niagara Escarpment Biosphere Reserve.