This is one you don't want to miss! Join Stewart for a walk or roll on Saturday September 2 as we search for birds along the fringes of Laurel Creek Conservation Area in Waterloo. We will be looking for migrants which are passing through the Waterloo Region. The walk will be through areas with trees ... Read more
Join Fraser to explore a small segment of this green gem in central Kitchener (Huron Natural Area). The focus of the outing will be finding and learning to identify some of Waterloo Region's ferns. We should be able to find at least 8 species near the trail. In the event of rain, this event will ... Read more
Learning together outings are designed to learn from each other during the walk. We take in nature’s delights along the way. This is a great way to get out and share our interest in nature and all that it has to offer. This outing highlights different eras of the earth's formation, with interpretive signs along the ... Read more
Come discover the urban naturescape while strolling through downtown Galt. We will walk at a leisurely pace listening to birdsong, discovering several pollinator gardens and enjoying the view as we stride along the Grand River. Historical buildings are a bonus! At the end of our walk participants may wish to lunch at Melville’s Café or ... Read more
Learning together outings are designed to learn from each other during the walk. We take in nature’s delights along the way. This is a great way to get out and share our interest in nature and all that it has to offer. This outing highlights the importance of wetlands to birds, amphibians, dragon flies and other ... Read more
Join David on a full-day outing to see migratory birds. Car pooling is encouraged. There are at least five stops: First stop will be at the DesJardins Canal in Dundas, ON where a wide range of waterfowl is possible, including close views of Hooded Merganser. In September this location is almost a certainty for adult ... Read more
We will be planning our group's community project with Roots and Shoots. Plus we'll learn about squirrels. (For families registered in the WRN Kids program.)
Learning together outings are designed to learn from each other during the walk. We take in nature’s delights along the way. This is a great way to get out and share our interest in nature and all that it has to offer. On this outing we will focus on the river and the plants and ... Read more
Join local author Dana L. Church as she discusses her nonfiction book The Beekeepers: How Humans Changed the World of Bumble Bees.
Birding from the Boardwalk at Huron Natural Area The Huron Natural Area boardwalk (near Strasburg Rd.) has become a wonderful spot to observe birds, often at close range. This access point may be unfamiliar to many. A 400 metre (one way) walk on a well maintained stone chip community trail brings you to the boardwalk. ... Read more
