Our Fragile Environment 

Celebrating Hamilton’s Living Heritage

Every corner of Hamilton tells a story. From the wildflowers that edge the escarpment to the fish that swim beneath its waterfalls, life here is deeply connected. Our Fragile Environment was created to honour that connection—to help residents, students, and visitors recognize the incredible biodiversity that thrives right here at home.

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Each illustrated volume in the series is a bridge between art and ecology, combining scientific research with detailed artwork by Karen Logan. These free, public resources are made possible through the collaboration of the Hamilton Naturalists’ Club, the Hamilton Conservation Authority, and the City of Hamilton, whose shared commitment to conservation and education has made this project possible.

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Why It Matters

Hamilton’s environment is both resilient and vulnerable. As the city grows, understanding the ecosystems that sustain it becomes more important than ever. By learning about the species around us - plants, insects, animals, and beyond - we become stewards of the land we share. Our Fragile Environment invites everyone to take part: to observe, to learn, and to protect the delicate balance that makes Hamilton’s natural spaces so extraordinary.

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Explore, Learn, and Share

Each book in the Our Fragile Environment series can be viewed online as a flipbook or downloaded as a free PDF, ensuring that this knowledge remains open to all. Whether you’re an artist, a teacher, a naturalist, or simply curious about what’s growing outside your door, these guides are an invitation to slow down, look closer, and rediscover the beauty of Hamilton’s natural world.