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First Day 2024

First Day 2024 January 1 is looking like it will be a beautiful day for a walk in the forest. The weather will be sunny with temperatures just below freezing.…

Returning Waterfowl on the Otonabee

The spring migration gets underway with the lengthening days in March and increased hours of sunlight. This trip will visit various locations along the Otonabee River and possibly a bit…

The Fascinating World of a Vernal Pool

In the spring forest when vernal pools melt and fill with rain, life returns to these ephemeral wetlands. As soon as water appears, fairy shrimp hatch and are soon joined…

Lang-Hastings Rail Trail – Part 1 *New Date*

"Revised Date" The Lang-Hastings Trail offers many chances to see nature up close and enjoy great views of the countryside south of Peterborough. Steve Paul will lead this walk on…

Sounds of Spring

The evening air of spring carries the mating songs of various species of frogs and the sky dance of the American Woodcock (a.k.a. Timber-doodle). On this two-hour evening walk, we…

Nephton Mine Hawkwatch

Join Cathy Douglas and Dave Milsom on a hawkwatch at Nephton Mine in North Kawartha Township. There's a possibility of seeing various hawks, eagles, cranes, and many duck and geese…

Spring Ephemerals and the Sprint Against Time

Early spring is the time of ephemerals, the wildflowers which take first advantage of the warming soil and full sun to push through the previous year’s leaf litter towards the…

The Fascinating World of a Vernal Pool

In the spring forest when vernal pools melt and fill with rain, life returns to these ephemeral wetlands. As soon as water appears, fairy shrimp hatch and are soon joined…

Spring Nature Walk in the Cavan Area

Come out and enjoy a hike in the Cavan area. We’ll search for birds, admire the flora, identify species with iNaturalist, get some exercise and chat amongst friends. It’s a…