WRIG board members, staff, and community members spent the afternoon working to prepare Rackham’s Pond for the summer season and the Environmental Fun Day. The grass was mowed, trash was picked up, trees were pruned, and the picnic table in the river was rescued. Thanks to everyone who volunteered their time to keep this place beautiful!
The native PEI Acadian Forest tree and shrub species that the WRIG field crew will be planting this summer arrive today!
Brittany MacLean will be returning for the third summer as WRIG’s Field Crew Supervisor. Brittany’s experience and knowledge are incredibly valuable and we are thankful to have her with us this year. She will spend time making a work plan for the 2016 field crew before they begin work in July.
WINTER FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
The Hunter-Clyde Watershed Group, the Wheatley River Improvement Group, Central Queens Wildlife Federation, and PEI Forests, Fish & Wildlife, present the 2017 Winter Woodlot Tour and Workshop!
When: January 21st from 9:00AM –1:00PM. Check the Winter Woodlot Tour Facebook page for weather cancellations.
Where: 452 Clyde Road, Hazel Grove. Just follow the signs off route 2 west of Hunter River.
What:
Ø Free Horse-Drawn Sleigh Rides
Ø Forest Management – Programs and funding to help you manage your forest better
Ø Watershed Management – Restoring streams to encourage fish and wildlife
Ø Snowshoeing – Come try it out, with snowshoes available
Ø Chainsaw Clinic – Chainsaw safety and maintenance
Ø Guided Trail Walks – Forest enhancement and winter wildlife walks, and a scavenger hunt
Ø Birds of Prey – Identifying raptors on Island woodlots
Ø Tapping Maple Trees – The making of Maple Syrup Products
Ø Rope Walkways – Demonstration from Scouts PEI
Ø Hot Cider – Cider will be available for guests at no charge
Ø Woodworking – Wood turners, bird box instructions, and much more
What are the issues facing today’s woodlots and watersheds? How can we use our woodlots while also improving them for wildlife? At our sixth Winter Woodlot Tour, bring the whole family and take part in snowshoeing, sleigh rides, and many interactive interpretive events. This year’s event promises the usual attractions as well as a host of new exhibits, with staff from PEI Forests, Fish & Wildlife on hand to help answer your questions regarding forest management and winter wildlife.
This will be an opportunity to learn how to make the most of your woodlot, as well as a chance for the whole family to learn more about Island forests and watersheds and the importance of our natural environment to the Island’s economy and rural communities. There is no charge to attend this special event and free hot cider will be served.
