Mushroom Foray
Date: Saturday, September 22, 2018 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Wallwin Tract, near Everett
Have you always wondered what those mushrooms growing under your pine trees are? Are you curious to know about the relationships between mushrooms and trees? Do you wonder why we have mushrooms at all?
If you want these and all your other questions about mushrooms answered, join renowned naturalist Bob Bowles and learn how mushrooms grow, where they grow, how to identify them, their relationship with trees and the soil, and what species are edible.
Cost: $15. Pay at event. Cash only.
Registration required, spaces are limited to ensure a high quality experience for all participants.
Click Here to Register
This event is being organized by the Dufferin Simcoe Land Stewardship Network.
TD Tree Days - Shelburne Volunteer Plant
Date: Sunday, September 23, 2018 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Parking: circle at the east dead-end of Andrew St Shelburne, ON (left off Dufferin St, off Hwy 89)
Volunteers Needed!
NVCA is hosting a TD Tree Days event in Shelburne!
We are looking for volunteers to help us plant 300 trees along Walters and Beasley Creeks. Groups are welcome to attend, as are high school students (eligible for community hours).
Mushroom Foray
Date: Sunday, September 23, 2018 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Location: Copeland Forest, near Craighurst
Have you always wondered what those mushrooms growing under your pine trees are? Are you curious to know about the relationships between mushrooms and trees? Do you wonder why we have mushrooms at all?
If you want these and all your other questions about mushrooms answered, join renowned naturalist Bob Bowles and learn how mushrooms grow, where they grow, how to identify them, their relationship with trees and the soil, and what species are edible.
Cost: $15. Pay at event. Cash only.
Registration required, spaces are limited to ensure a high quality experience for all participants.
Click Here to Register
TD Tree Days - Minesing Wetlands Volunteer Plant
Date: Saturday, September 29, 2018 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: 3332 Baldwick Lane, Utopia, ON L0M 1T2
Volunteers Needed!
NVCA is hosting a TD Tree Days event at the along the internationally significant Minesing Wetlands!
We are looking for volunteers to help us plant 500 trees along the Mad River. Groups are welcome to attend, as are high school students (eligible for community hours).
Festival at Fort Willow
Date: Saturday, September 29, 2018 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Fort Willow Conservation Area
Come to Fort Willow and witness life as it was during the early 19th century with hands-on demonstrations for all ages!
- military, First Nations and voyageur encampments
- cannon and musket firing demonstrations
- re-enactors and authentic demonstrations of medicine, sewing, cooking, weaving, blacksmithing and more
- children’s activities including musket drills, candle making and beading
FREE ADMISSION. Food and beverages will be available for sale. Cash only please.
This year we are pleased to be part of Doors Open Ontario - Simcoe County!
For further details, events schedule, parking information and more, visit the Friends of Historic Fort Willow.
This event is sponsored by the Friends of Fort Willow, NVCA, the Township of Springwater and the Rotary Club.
Hike the Bruce - Small Halls Festival Event
Date: Sunday, September 30, 2018 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Nottawasaga Bluffs Conservation Authority
This is an escorted hike on the Bruce Trail at the Nottawasaga Bluffs Conservation Area. You won't want to miss the spectacular 'clear views' from the look out!
Free admission as part of the Small Halls Festival.
Meet at the Singhampton Community Centre on Sunday September 30, 2018 at 11:00 AM sharp. Dress for the weather. Please bring your own water and snacks.
This event is one of over 30 activities taking place during the award-winning Small Halls Festival in Clearview Township. The Small Halls Festival celebrates the very best of rural living, contemporary art, live music and culinary delights at the eight small Halls in Clearview. There are free and low-cost family events, plus headliner events.
Family Nature Days - Hiking the Bluffs
Date: Monday, October 22, 2018 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Nottawasaga Bluffs Conservation Area
Join us for a fun, outdoor, family-friendly environmental education program. Perfect for families that homeschool or those wanting to spend PA/PD Days outside!
October Program - Back by popular demand! Join us for a guided hike at the
Nottawasaga Bluffs while the leaves are changing colours. Visit 'The Tomb' with head lamps and read inscriptions from decades ago on 'The Wall' as we climb in and around the Niagara Escarpment.
See our
Family Nature Days page for registration information.
NVCA Board of Directors Meeting
Date: Friday, October 26, 2018 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Tiffin Centre for Conservation, 8195 8th Line, Utopia
The public are invited to attend NVCA Board Meetings.
Click here to view the meeting agenda. Note: agendas are posted 1 week prior to the meeting, and minutes are posted after they are approved.
NVCA Board of Directors Meeting
Date: Friday, December 14, 2018 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Tiffin Centre for Conservation, 8195 8th Line, Utopia
The public are invited to attend NVCA Board Meetings.
Click here to view the meeting agenda. Note: agendas are posted 1 week prior to the meeting, and minutes are posted after they are approved.
Christmas Bird Count for Kids
Date: Saturday, January 5, 2019 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Tiffin Centre for Conservation, Utopia
Come out and help us count the birds making their winter home at Tiffin! Learn about local birds and collect real scientific data at this family-friendly event.
Check back in December for registration information.
Family Nature Days - Winter Survival
Date: Friday, January 25, 2019 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Tiffin Centre for Conservation, 8195 8th Line, Utopia
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Join us for a fun, outdoor, family-friendly environmental education program. Perfect for families that homeschool or those wanting to spend PA/PD Days outside!
January Program - Do you know how to stay warm in the winter? Build a snow shelter, learn how to start a fire, and learn other tricks to surviving outdoors in the winter.
See our
Family Nature Days page for registration information.
Family Nature Days - Get back to the Sugar Shack!
Date: Friday, March 1, 2019 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Tiffin Centre for Conservation, 8195 8th Line, Utopia
Join us for a fun, outdoor, family-friendly environmental education program. Perfect for families that homeschool or those wanting to spend PA/PD Days outside!
March Program - Explore the Tiffin Centre's working sugar bush and learn about indigenous, pioneer and modern-day maple syrup making through stories and hands-on activities. We'll also study the fascinating world of tree science.
Spring Tonic Maple Syrup Festival
Date: Saturday, April 6, 2019 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Tiffin Centre for Conservation, 8195 8th Line, Utopia
A springtime tradition! Maple syrup takes centre stage at the Spring Tonic festival, with a pancake and sausage breakfast served daily until 2 p.m.
This event runs both Saturday, April 6 and Sunday, April 7. Check back for more details.
Spring Tonic Maple Syrup Festival
Date: Sunday, April 7, 2019 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Tiffin Centre for Conservation, 8195 8th Line, Utopia
A springtime tradition! Maple syrup takes centre stage at the Spring Tonic festival, with a pancake and sausage breakfast served daily until 2 p.m.
This event runs both Saturday, April 6 and Sunday, April 7. Check back for more details.
Family Nature Days - Wilderness Survival
Date: Friday, May 3, 2019 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Tiffin Centre for Conservation, 8195 8th Line, Utopia
Join us for a fun, outdoor, family-friendly environmental education program. Perfect for families that homeschool or those wanting to spend PA/PD Days outside!
Early May Program - Head out into the woods for a day of navigation, shelter building, and foraging at the Tiffin Centre.
See our Family Nature Days page for registration information.
Family Nature Days - Predators & Prey
Date: Friday, May 31, 2019 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Tiffin Centre for Conservation, 8195 8th Line, Utopia
Join us for a fun, outdoor, family-friendly environmental education program. Perfect for families that homeschool or those wanting to spend PA/PD Days outside!
Late May Program - Explore the forest ecosystem at the Tiffin Centre and find the hidden geocached treasures, then become part of the ecosystem as part of a predator-prey role playing game.
See our Family Nature Days page for registration information.
Family Nature Days - Pond Living
Date: Friday, June 28, 2019 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Tiffin Centre for Conservation, 8195 8th Line, Utopia
Join us for a fun, outdoor, family-friendly environmental education program. Perfect for families that homeschool or those wanting to spend PA/PD Days outside!
June Program - Spend the day on Papa Bear Pond! Learn about the plants, bugs, fish and other animals that make their home in the pond, build a model sailboat, then take to the water and try your hand paddling a canoe.
See our Family Nature Days page for registration information.
