until
12:00 PM
Bring Mom and Grandma and join us on a leisurely stroll through the south tract of Backus Woods to identify and learn about the diversity of spring ephemeral flowers along a section of the Sugarbush Trail. We’ll see Blue Cohosh, Jack-in-the-Pulpit, Foamflower, Canada Anemone, and many other species, and learn about their importance to forest ecology.
Where to meet: Parking lot at 1329 Concession Road 3.
Note:
- Hikes are free to the public. Limit is 20 participants.
- Pre-registration is required by emailing info@norfolkfieldnaturalists.org
- Please wear clothing and footwear appropriate for the weather and hiking conditions.
- Carry water, bug spray and sunscreen.
- Don’t forget your cellphone, camera, binocs and/or field guide.
- No pets please.
For directions, please see map, below.
Meetings
Meetings are usually held on the second Tuesday of each month at the Simcoe Recreation Centre, Norfolk Room. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. and the program begins at 7 p.m.
Field Events
Various field outings are also planned throughout the year, and include trips to local conservation areas, bird banding, winter tree identification and much more. Field outings are free of charge.