Wednesday, April 25, 2018

A Happy David

     I had the distinct honour of being the recipient of this year's Waterloo Region Nature's Conservation Award.


    Marg and Graham Macdonald were in charge of the nominating committee and are seen here reading from their notes.

     Stephanie Sobek-Swant, Executive Director of the rare Charitable Research Reserve in Cambridge was very kind indeed with her tribute.

     And her daughter, Cordelia, was happy to say "Thank you" for the enjoyment she has had from the environmental aspects of the Westmount Sports Complex.

     This is President Jon Walgate presenting me with the award.

     And I think that the following images need no further comment from me.


     Seems to me it's a good night when you receive recognition for doing what you absolutely love to do.
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David M. Gascoigne,
David M. Gascoigne,

I'm a life long birder. My interests are birds, nature, reading, books, outdoors, travel, food and wine.

39 comments:

  1. Hilary Melton-Butcher25 April 2018 at 12:17

    Congratulations - it's been great tying in with you via the blog - and getting to see your reports and photos you share with us ... they will broaden my knowledge of life here in Canada for the short time I'm around ... Lovely photos - and great to see Cordelia ... coming to the fore as a budding enthusiast. Cheers to one and all, especially you - Hilary

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  2. Yamini MacLean25 April 2018 at 12:33

    Hari OM
    Hip hip hooray! Lovely to share in some bright news. Congratulations David. YAM xx

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  3. John "By Stargoose And Hanglands"25 April 2018 at 12:41

    Congratulations. Always nice to have ones efforts recognised, even when you would gladly do the same without either recognition or reward.

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  4. Tarja Ekholm25 April 2018 at 13:15

    Congratulations David!

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  5. Debbie25 April 2018 at 13:37

    wow...how wonderful!! congrats to you!!

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  6. DIMI25 April 2018 at 14:41

    Hello David!
    Congratulations for the award! You look so happy!!
    You sure deserve it! Thank you for sharing!
    Dimi...

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  7. Rhodesia25 April 2018 at 15:25

    Wow, congratulations. So great to feel that you have done something really worthwhile, enjoyed it, and recognised for doing it. I am impressed. Cheers Diane

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  8. Elephant's Child25 April 2018 at 15:46

    Huge congratulations. Did you walk on air? Are you still walking on air?

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  9. Marit25 April 2018 at 16:48

    Congratulations for the award, David! I'm sure it was well deserved :)

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  10. Jeanie25 April 2018 at 17:19

    Congratulations! It seems so well deserved and just a splendid honor! Three cheers for you! I hope you celebrated hearty!

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  11. JRandSue25 April 2018 at 17:53

    Congratulations David on your well deserved award,I hope many more people will carry on your good work.
    A big well done.
    John and Sue.

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  12. Giga25 April 2018 at 18:08

    You do what you love, others appreciate it and reward it. Hooray for you. :)))

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  13. Margaret D25 April 2018 at 18:13

    Congratulations. Always lovely to be recognized for the work you do..

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  14. Roos25 April 2018 at 18:34

    Congratulations David. As far as I know this is a well deserved award. Seeing and reading on your blog about all the work that you do it was just a matter of time. You must be so proud!.
    Regards, Roos

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  15. Anonymous26 April 2018 at 02:14

    Congrats David! Thanks for sharing the photos:)

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  16. Gunilla Teckenberg26 April 2018 at 02:45

    Jag deltar mer än gärna i hyllningskåren David. Även om du älskar det du gör så känns det säkert underbart att få en bekräftelse på hur viktig dina insatser är, för fåglarna, för naturen och för alla människor som förstår att uppskatta värdet av ditt arbete.

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  17. Kees van Dommele26 April 2018 at 05:11

    Congratulations David. You have good reasons to be proud.
    Greetings, Kees

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  18. Pam26 April 2018 at 05:45

    How fantastic, congratulations!

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  19. Ragged Robin26 April 2018 at 06:18

    Many congratulations on your award. It is always good to receive recognition for all the hard work you do.

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  20. Richard Pegler26 April 2018 at 06:33

    Congratulations, David, on a well-earned recognition. I wonder what will be next?

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  21. eileeninmd26 April 2018 at 08:05

    Hello, David! Congrats on your award. That is awesome. Happy Thursday, enjoy your day!

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  22. Francine26 April 2018 at 08:56

    Dear David, I am so proud and happy for you! This award in recognition of all your work is well deserved indeed! I wonder what will be next for you... It keeps getting better and better, doesn't it? :)

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  23. Forest Dream Weaver26 April 2018 at 11:46

    Congratulations...always good to have work appreciated!

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  24. Bill26 April 2018 at 14:21

    Congratulations David on you award. Doing what you love and sharing it, well done!

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  25. Lowcarb team member26 April 2018 at 17:51

    Many congratulations David.
    What a great smile ...

    Enjoy the remainder of your week.

    All the best Jan

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  26. Tammie Lee26 April 2018 at 20:24

    Congratulations.
    It looks like it was a very nice event.

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  27. Cynthia27 April 2018 at 07:48

    Congratulations! So nice to have your efforts appreciated.

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  28. Stuart Price27 April 2018 at 08:10

    Congratulations David!

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  29. Bob Bushell27 April 2018 at 08:41

    Well done David.

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  30. Phil Slade27 April 2018 at 10:40

    Congrats David. "Chuffed" is the appropriate word.

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  31. David M. Gascoigne,27 April 2018 at 12:11

    Chuffed indeed.

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  32. mamasmercantile27 April 2018 at 13:33

    How lovely to have your work recognised and rewarded, congratulations.

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  33. Sallie (FullTime-Life)27 April 2018 at 16:52

    Congratulations on a well-deserved honor David! And they should really know that you also spread the gospel far and wide through your beautiful blog.

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  34. Titus John White28 April 2018 at 15:05

    Hi David,
    A well deserved award with all your work and dedication.
    I think the ear to ear smile will last for weeks.
    All the best, John

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  35. Nathailes SANTA MARIA28 April 2018 at 15:36

    Well done David, this award is well deserved. I'm very happy for you ! To be continued ;-))

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  36. Helma29 April 2018 at 09:51

    Hello David,
    congratulations with this beautiful award :-))))
    You deserved this rightly because you always do a lot and show everyone everything and also teach us about everything about birds and nature reserves.
    Thick kiss from me for you xxx
    Helma

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  37. Sandye2 May 2018 at 11:16

    I was so happy we were there to see you presented with this well-deserved award. Congratulations! Great photos too!

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  38. Hernán Tolosa7 May 2018 at 18:50

    Congratulations, you have it well done for your good work
    Un gran abrazo

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