Outdoor family adventures are planned for the months of March and April at various Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) locations.
On March 2, the Owl Prowl will take place at Laurel Creek Nature Centre from 7:30pm to to 9:30pm. Naturalists will lead an night hike with an introduction to some of Ontario’s owl species followed by a hike through the woods in search of these elusive creatures.
The event is free but donations are welcome. Those 16 years old or younger must be accompanied by an adult. To register in advance visit www.grandriver.eventbrite.ca.
On March 9, Guelph Lake Nature Centre will host a Hoot and Howl from 7pm to 9pm.The tour will head out on a night hike to look for owls and coyotes following a short introductory slide show.
Admission is $5 for children under 18 and $10 for adults. Those 16 years old or younger must be accompanied by an adult.
To register contact the Nature Centre at 519-836-7860.
Guelph Lake Nature Centre will host a Frog Frolic on April 13 from 8pm to 10pm.
The evening begins with a short slide show highlighting Ontario’s frogs and a chance to meet with the Nature Centre’s resident hoppers, before heading out to the swamp to find the elusive spring peepers.
Contact the Nature Centre at 519-836-7860 to reserve space. Bring a flashlight and rubber boots.
The cost is $5 for children under 18 years old and $10 for adults. Those 16 years old or younger must be accompanied by an adult.
The Guelph Rotary Forest Earth Day will take place April 20 across from Guelph Lake Nature Centre.
Residents of Guelph and area are planting a 40-acre forest at the Guelph Lake Conservation Area. Although the focus of the events is planting trees, there is lots more going on including family activities and vendor tents.
A limited number of shovels will be provided so planters are encouraged to bring their own. Groups are encouraged to participate and challenge co-workers, neighbours, school class and families.
There is no charge for admission and there will be free refreshments. Visitors can bring their own mugs.
Parking will be available at the Lakeside Church on Conservation Road. Guelph Transit buses will provide shuttle service from the parking lot to the Earth Day event site. There will also be free shuttle buses leaving from St. George Square in downtown Guelph every 30 minutes.
The new forest will eventually be home to 65,000 trees.
