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Off Topic => Board-related Issues => Topic started by: Cody on April 14, 2009, 04:34:43 PM

Title: Southern Ontario Wildlife
Post by: Cody on April 14, 2009, 04:34:43 PM

I suggest we make a Southern Ontario Wildlife section on the forum.

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Post by: Andreas Jonsson on April 14, 2009, 04:49:27 PM

This should certainly be doable. But why do you think this is needed? Note, I'm not against it, but it is never a good idea to diversify a board like this too much. So, it would be useful if you would motivate the change. Thanks.

And I should mention, I don't generally read the posts in the Wild life section.

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Post by: Cody on April 14, 2009, 05:26:37 PM

I thought of the idea because of the first part of the title on this forum Toronto and Southern Ontario... and if there is a Toronto Wildlife section I thought that there should be a Southern Ontario Wildlife section.

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Post by: Andreas Jonsson on April 14, 2009, 06:09:21 PM

Reasonable enough.

Let's wait and see if we can get some input from some of the other moderators (I don't think I can personally add a new section - we'd have to ask Andy, who is the site administrator). If none posts in a couple of days, please remind me, and I'll try and I'll look into it.

Title: Southern Ontario wildlife
Post by: Jimbo on April 14, 2009, 08:08:35 PM

Hi Birders: I view this forum first and foremost as  a birders forum. That said, I do enjoy the comments and progress of the Wiley Cototes at the bluffs, even tho I don't know where the bluffs are. Also enjoy the post and pics of mink; beaver and any other elusive critters.
Not particularily interested in a White Tail Deer anywhere except downtown TO or a groundhog anywhere. If you want to see deer in the city, come to Sifton Bog in London. They are eating themselves out of existence.
A Moose in Pelee Park or a Polar Bear in Markam would merit a posting but can be accommodated in the existing forums.
I think this forum is an excellent and well managed birding bulletin board and the moderators are to be commended for their effort and results.

Jim Dunn

Title: Southern Ontario wildlife
Post by: Jimbo on April 14, 2009, 08:13:16 PM

Hi again birders: An afterthought.

Change the name of the existing Toronto Wildlife page to Toronto and Southern Wildlife and the problem goes away.

Jim Dunn

Title: Southern Ontario Wildlife - Two Cents Worth
Post by: The Observer on April 15, 2009, 09:39:07 AM

Although for me, my main joy is the birding pics & info, I have found the "Wildlife" section thoroughly enjoyable and informative.

I am certainly not opposed to a Southern Ontario sub-section (would love it in fact - I like knowing what lurks out there - smile) but prefer a distinction be kept between Toronto and Southern Ontario as I would rather not "wade" through posts to find Toronto information.

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Post by: Andy on April 15, 2009, 01:26:19 PM

I too have no objection. I'll wait for some more comments before altering the board in case any of you feel it's not a good idea.

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Post by: Kin Lau on April 15, 2009, 02:36:38 PM

"Southern Ontario Wildlife" sounds good, but really, "Ontario wildlife" would be fine too.

Title: Agreed...
Post by: Ron Luft on April 15, 2009, 04:46:19 PM

I'll go with Kin to a simple name change from "Toronto w..." to Ontario or perhaps better S.Ont. to broaden the scope of 'wildlife' reporting (Saturday night wildlife at the bar should not be included though ;-)   ). I like the thought of a simpler board rather than adding new sections.

Title: Re: Agreed...
Post by: Bird Brain on April 15, 2009, 05:32:53 PM

Quote from: "Ron Luft"

I like the thought of a simpler board rather than adding new sections.

I agree.

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Post by: Bird Brain on April 15, 2009, 05:33:42 PM

Quote from: "Kin Lau"

"Ontario wildlife" would be fine too.

Sounds good!  :)

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Post by: moratorian on April 16, 2009, 05:58:34 AM

I'm in favour of "Ontario Wildlife"

Mike

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Post by: RKD on April 16, 2009, 09:23:16 AM

One heading of "ontario wildlife" sounds good to me

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Post by: Misty01 on April 16, 2009, 06:38:41 PM

I'm in favour of "Ontario Wildlife"

Title: Southern Ontario Wildlife
Post by: Craig McL on April 17, 2009, 08:04:04 AM

my 2 centes chang the name from Southern Ontario Wildlife" to  Ontario wildlife ..  8)

Craig

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Post by: Andy on April 17, 2009, 10:32:02 AM

It seems that many of you prefer to just change the name of the forum rather than create an additional one. My preference is to have two separate forums: one for Toronto and one for Southern Ontario, just like we have for birding reports. I understand the argument for not creating additional forums, but also see the logic for doing so. I personally like the idea of having specific forums. I prefer to see moose or cougar reports separate from those on urban critters. Also, as site admin, I make the final call.... :roll:

Title: specific forums
Post by: Craig McL on April 17, 2009, 12:03:36 PM

having specific forums. I prefer to see moose or cougar reports separate from those on urban critters.

now that makes good sence !!!   :lol:

Craig :

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Post by: Kin Lau on April 17, 2009, 12:04:21 PM

Sounds good Andy, one for Toronto, and one for everywhere else.

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Post by: Cody on April 18, 2009, 08:44:10 AM

Thank you for accepting my suggestion.