NVCA Board of Directors Meeting
Date: Friday, September 27, 2019 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.
TD Tree Days - Volunteer Tree Planting Day
Date: Saturday, September 28, 2019 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Edenvale Conservation Area 3920 Highway 26, Minesing, ON L0L 1Y0
Volunteers needed to plant 500 native trees and shrubs! These trees and shrubs will provide food for songbirds, pollinators and wildlife.
This tree planting event is perfect for individuals, families and community groups. High school students in need of community hours welcome.
Please register at tdtreedays.com so we know how many shovels to bring
Bring: Closed-toed shoes/boots, gloves, sunscreen, hat, water and a shovel if you have one.
Students: Remember to bring your volunteer form!
TD Tree Days is a Program of TD Friends of the Environment Foundation
Contact:
Shannon Stephens
705-424-1479, ext#239
sstephens@nvca.on.ca
Dufferin Farm Tour
Date: Saturday, September 28, 2019 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Orangeville / Dufferin County
NVCA will be participating in this year's Dufferin Farm Tour. Come visit us at Hockley Valley Farm, where we will be showcasing our work, sharing best management practices for farms, and the type of grants you can get to implement them.
The Dufferin Farm tour is a self-guided tour. The host farms offer a glimpse of the diversity of agriculture in the area. Our farmers are excited to share their farming knowledge and the day to day operation and challenges of farming. There will be many animals to see, farm-related activities, commodity displays, local produce to purchase. You will end your day with an appreciation for local farming and the commitment of the farm families. Admission is a non-perishable food donation or cash for the Local Food Bank.
For a map of the farms and passport, simply sign up at dufferinfarmtour.com
Festival at Fort Willow
Date: Saturday, September 28, 2019 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Historic Fort Willow, 2714 Grenfel Road
Join us as we take a journey back to Simcoe County in 1812 at the Festival at Fort Willow!
Historical re-enactors will bring to life the daily activities of British soldiers, camp followers and Indigenous people living in Simcoe County in the early 19th century. Visitors can muster-up and march in the King’s army, learn about traditional blacksmithing, carpentry and candle making, and listen to the cannons roar. The Simcoe County Museum, Barrie Art Club, wandering minstrels and cavalry will add to the festivities.
Light BBQ (corn, sausage, hotdog) and Artisan crafts will be available for sale (cash only).
See the Salmon Run
Date: Saturday, September 28, 2019 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: 609830 12th Sideroad, Town of Blue Mountains
A celebration of Silver Creek and the return of the Chinook Salmon to their spawning grounds
Watch spawning salmon on a self-guided nature hike.
The centrepiece of the event is a 20-minute self-guided nature hike through the woods along Silver Creek. Adults and kids can stop to watch salmon climb the creek and learn more about fish spawning and riparian habitat at 4 locations where conservation experts from Ontario Streams, the local conservation authorities and other organizations will be on hand to add to your knowledge of fish migration and to stamp kids’ fish ‘passports’.
Gourmet food, TONS of activities for kids
Lunch service ends @ 2:00pm sharp
See the Salmon Run involves a gourmet Kolapore Springs trout lunch put on by Oliver & Bonacini, as well as local brews by the Collingwood Brewery and a FREE kids’ lunch (under 12) – burgers, veggies & cookies.
Elephant Thoughts and the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority will be there with a huge inflatable salmon, interactive games and crafts for children. Some call it fun, some call it ‘edutainment’, but all call it a real good time!
TD Tree Days - Volunteer Tree Planting Day
Date: Saturday, October 5, 2019 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Mono Community Pollinator Garden 246366 Hockley Rd, Mono, ON (near Orangeville) L9W 2Y8
Volunteers needed to plant 300 native trees and shrubs! These trees and shrubs will provide food for songbirds, pollinators and wildlife.
This tree planting event is perfect for individuals, families and community groups. High school students in need of community hours welcome.
Please register at tdtreedays.com so we know how many shovels to bring
Bring: Closed-toed shoes/boots, gloves, sunscreen, hat, water and a shovel if you have one.
Students: Remember to bring your volunteer form!
TD Tree Days is a Program of TD Friends of the Environment Foundation
Contact:
Shannon Stephens
705-424-1479, ext#239
sstephens@nvca.on.ca
Small Halls Festival – The Tall Small Hall Hike
Date: Sunday, October 6, 2019 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Singhampton Community Centre
Join local trail guide leaders to explore the vistas and crevices of conservation areas like NVCA Nottawasaga Bluffs, Devil’s Glen Provincial Park, Singhampton Caves and the Nottawasaga Look Out.
Devil’s Glen Ski Patrol and hike leaders from Bruce Trail will guide hikes tailored to participant's level of ability.
The hikes will start at the Singhampton Community Centre and are approximately Hikes are 2 hours. Water and washrooms provided inside the Singhampton Community Centre.
This is a free event! Thank you to local Devils Glen Ski Patrollers for attending to provide first aid support and hike leaders. Free parking courtesy of the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority.
Get tickets here
NVCA Board of Directors Meeting
Date: Friday, October 25, 2019 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.
SERO 2019 Ecological Restoration AGM and Workshop
Date: Friday, November 1, 2019 9:00 AM - Saturday, November 2, 2019 3:00 PM
Location: Tiffin Centre for Conservation, 8195 8th Line, Utopia
NVCA Board of Directors Meeting
Date: Friday, December 13, 2019 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.
