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NATURE BARRIE SEPTEMBER OUTTINGS Posted on August 27, 2018 at 04:36:34 PM by PAUL FORDE
Saturday September 8 / 2018 NORTH SIMCOE RAILTRAIL
Depart 8:30 am from LLPL Brian & Lynne Gibbon 705-721-4599
Let’s see what mid autumn has to offer in flora and fauna along a favourite section of the rail trail near Mayer’s Marsh. Sparrows and other hardy migrants will still be in the area including, possibly, Rusty Blackbirds. Easy walk, water & light snack, ends by 1:00 pm
Saturday, September. 15 / 2018. EXPLORING SPRINGWATER PROVINCIAL PARK
Depart 8:30 a.m. from LLPL Brian & Lynne Gibbon 705-721-4599This trip has been chosen to support OFO’s Young Birders initiative. Meet at Little Lake Park at 8.30 or alternatively at the park entrance at 8.45. We will explore some of the nature trails in the Park that winds through the woodland, where birds, fall flowers, and ferns can be found. Long pants are recommended as there is some poison ivy. Moderate walk, ends by 1:00pm, water & light snack. A small entrance fee of $3.00 will be charged.
Saturday, September 22 / 2018 SCANLON CREEK CONSERVATION AREA
Depart 6:30 a.m. from South Barrie GO station parking lot Paul Forde 58Forde@gmail.com Phone- 705 725 0750
This small but beautiful conservation area on the shore line of ancient Lake Algonquin is a nature lover’s paradise
It is home to many species of birds and other fauna. Fall is an especially beautiful time of year in this oasis of woodland and wetland with colours starting to change and the fall migration is in full swing. It boasts a small pond and riparian habitat.
This walk is on well maintained park trails but some are on very steep hills. Down and up! People must be able to navigate this terrain. It is a few kilometres around the path.
Note: There are no washrooms along the trail and at a minimum this walk will take two full hours there and back. There are outhouses at the parking lot entrance. Wear good reliable hiking footwear and possibly a hiking pole for the hills.
If it’s pouring rain at the GO station, we may cancel. If you wish to attend, it will be important to send me your cell number beforehand.
Drive is about 20 minutes to Scanlon Creek south on Yonge Street.. Parking at Scanlon Creek is $6 per car.
Dress for fall weather. Bring your own snacks and drinks. No dogs.
Keep an eye also on our FB page for any updates to this event.
Saturday, September 29 2018 FALL FERNS
Depart LLPL 8:30 a.m. Alex Mills 705 739 1094
Ferns are ancient plants one of the first to adapt to life on land. They are fascinating and prolific and found in many different habitats. Ontario has many different species, from Bracken to Walking Rue. Join Alex Mills as he leads a walk through prime fern habitat near Singhamton. As a bonus the foliage on the escarpment will just be beginning to turn into its majestic fall colours. This promises to be a great outing.
Moderate walking along the Bruce Trail. Long Pants, bring snacks and water
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