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9 · Friday, May 21, 2010 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.oakvillebeaver.com Halton Region hunting mosquito habitats Halton Region is aiming to seek and destroy mosquito larvae as part of the health department's West Nile Virus (WNV) control and surveillance program for 2010, launched Monday. The two-part program involves Halton Region staff first identifying mosquito larvae in catch basins or other areas of standing water. The municipality will then use larvacides B.t.i. and methoprene to kill mosquito larvae before they develop into adult mosquitoes. To reduce the risk of WNV, larvicides are used to control specific species of mosquitoes, the Region explained in a press release. Although WNV-positive mosquitoes were found in various traps across Halton in 2009, there were no reported cases of Halton residents infected with the virus. Locations that have received larviciding can be found at www.halton.ca/wnv. The Region will also post signs at standing water sites. The Region is encouraging homeowners to do their part to minimize the spread of WNV by removing any standing water where mosquitoes can lay eggs, such as from bird baths, old tires, clogged eavestroughs, plant saucers or toys. Residents who spot areas of standing water on public property can report the site to the health department by dialing 311, toll free 1-866-442-5866 or TTY 905-827-9833. The department is also reminding residents to reduce mosquito bites by avoiding being outside at dusk and dawn, covering up exposed skin and wearing insect repellent. HEN survey needs participants The Halton Environmental Network (HEN) is looking for residents to do an online survey. HEN is a non-advocacy network of environmental nonprofit organizations operating within Halton. It is currently working on an initiative to assist, encourage and recognize both private and public sector organizations that are working towards environmental sustainability. Citizens have a viewpoint on private and public sector environmental commitment and HEN is asking residents take a few minutes to complete its online survey, which can be found at www.haltonenvironment.ca. This survey will be available until May 31. Respondents will be entered in a draw for a chance to win an annual vehicle pass or family day pass from Conservation Halton. FOREST GROVE SUMMER NATURE CAMP JULY 5TH - AUGUST 27th 8 WEEKS Qualif ied Adult Early Childhood Educators F i r s t A i d Tr a i n e d Preschool Nature Club: 9 am to 11:30 am Ages 2 1/2 - 4 years (must be toilet trained) Creative Arts & Science Camp: 8:00 am to 5:30 pm Ages 5-8 years Advanced Arts & Tech Camp: 8:00 am to 5:30 pm Ages 8-12 years OUR PROGRAMS INCLUDE · Daily Nature Outings · Bicycle Parade · Snake Hunt · Frog Catching · Lemonade Stand · Scavenger Hunts · Fear Factor · Dramatic Performances · Theme Days · Afternoon Sports · Special Guests & Field Trips · And Much Much More WE ARE DIFFERENT! · · · · Hands-on exploration Flexible to individual needs One of a kind learning environment Exposure to modern technology, science, fine arts, music & drama Bot h lo c a t ions ar e s t ill accept ing r e gis t r a t ion for Septemb er 2010 ECE Positions Available Full Day Program Available Rebecca Location Only 2275 West Oak T rail Blvd., · 905-827-3085 3420 Rebecca St., · 905-827-7166 E-mail: apodgorska@hotmail.com karen.chaplin@forestgrove.ca www.forestgrove.ca