Please enjoy the latest newsletter from the Friends of Minesing Wetlands – Spring 2018 – Volume 47
Tag Archives: FOMW
Snowshoe with Friends of Minesing Wetlands
FOMW will be leading three winter activities in the Minesing Wetlands this winter.
Snowshoe in the Minesing Wetlands Jan 28, 2017 RSVP with Dave: dfeatherstone@nvca.on.ca
or for Feb 25, 2017 RSVP with Naomi: nsaunders@nvca.on.ca
Cross-Country Ski in the Minesing Wetlands Feb 11 or 12 (unconfirmed) RSVP with Byron bwesson@nvca.on.ca
$10 for members, $15 for non-members.
FOMW Strategic Plan 2016-2018
The 2016 FOWM Board of Directors are happy to present our first strategic plan!
Tree planting volunteers needed!
The Friends of Minesing Wetlands need volunteers to help with several tree plantings in and around the Minesing Wetlands. Individuals and community groups/schools welcomed!
Community Volunteer Tree Plant
Date: Monday, May 16, 2016 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Minesing Wetlands Conservation Area
Contact: Shannon Stephens at 705-424-1479 ext. 239 or sstephens@nvca.on.ca.
Community Volunteer Tree Plant
Date: Thursday, May 26, 2016 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Location: Minesing Wetlands Conservation Area
Register online www.conservationvolunteers.ca. Please note you must RSVP as chest waders are limited.
Contact: Jennifer McCarter, NCC at 1-877-343-3532 x237
Register online www.conservationvolunteers.ca. Please note you must RSVP as chest waders are limited.
Contact: Jennifer McCarter, NCC at 1-877-343-3532 x237
Community Volunteer Tree Plant
Date: Saturday, May 28, 2016 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Location: Minesing Wetlands Conservation Area
Register online www.conservationvolunteers.ca. Please note you must RSVP as chest waders are limited.
Contact: Jennifer McCarter, NCC at 1-877-343-3532 x237
Register online www.conservationvolunteers.ca. Please note you must RSVP as chest waders are limited.
Contact: Jennifer McCarter, NCC at 1-877-343-3532 x237
Spring Paddle Announcement
**FULL – both paddles are now full and we are not accepting anymore RSVPs**
The Friends of Minesing Wetlands are excited to announce two dates when we will be leading trips into the Minesing Wetlands via canoe or kayak! April 23rd and May 7th.
To join us on the 23rd of April, please contact Naomi Saunders:
nsaunders@nvca.on.ca
If you would like to join us on May the 7th, please contact Kristyn Ferguson :
Kristyn.Ferguson@natureconservancy.ca
This will reserve a spot for yourself and anyone accompanying you. We only take 12 guest boats per trip.
We will meet at 8:30 a.m. (at the latest) at the Willow Creek Canoe Coral on George Johnson Road (County Road 28) in Springwater Township. This should give us enough time to off-load our canoes and shuttle our cars to the end destination which is approximately 10 minutes away. Hopefully this will be done quickly so that we can get on the water for 9 a.m. The trip will take approximately 5 hours.
Dress appropriately for the weather conditions of the day, which should include high cut boots or rubber boots for possible portages. Also, bring extra clothing in case you get wet. Bring your own warm drinks, snacks for along the way, and a packed lunch for our break around noon.
At least a basic paddling knowhow is required for this trip. All boats must be equipped with the required safety equipment (lifejackets, bailer, whistle, light and throw rope). We do not rent equipment however if you need a boat there are at least three local providers you can contact.
The cost for joining us is $40 for non-members and $20 for members. This includes safe passage with certified leaders and ecological interpretation of the Minesing Wetlands.
Bonspiel (funspeil) 2015
Reply
Great turnout to our 2015 Bonspiell. Thanks to all the teams and friends for helping out!
We had 8 teams take the ice in Stroud and it was The Rockers (Paul, Dave, Todd and Sierra) that took home the trophy. Congrats! Special mention goes to past champs GIS Rocks for second place.
In the house!
Great prizes
Aim here!!
Curling for conservation
Minesing Tree Planting Event
TD Tree Days – Minesing Planting Event
Volunteers Needed!
TD Tree Days Sept 20 2015 Flyer
Date: Sunday, September 20, 2015 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Minesing Wetlands – Mad River, 9196 County Rd 10 (Brentwood Rd)
Help plant 450 beautiful native trees and shrubs along the banks of the magnificent, fish-filled, Mad River. You can make it even more magnificent!
* Bring: Closed-toed shoes/boots, Gloves, Sunscreen, Hat, Water, and a Shovel if you have one
* Students: remember to bring your volunteer form!
Register: https://www.tdtreedays.com/en-ca/events/231-minesing-wetlands-mad-river#.VakGnE3bKAY
Need more information? Contact Shannon Stephens 705-424-1479 ext 239 or sstephens@nvca.on.ca
Membership Update
Becoming a member of Friends of Minesing Wetlands includes a Conservation area booklet courtesy of the NVCA and 1 year of mailings of the “Minesing Reeds” newsletter.
$20 for Individual
$50 for Family
$200 for a Club
$500 for a Corporation
Further, members are invited on canoe trips at a reduced rate of $20 instead of the regular cost of $40. At times throughout the year we also host events such as hiking and birding excursions, workshops, scientific presentations and volunteer events.
All members are entered into an annual “Grand Prize” draw, which occurs at our annual Curling Bonspiel, in early November.
Funds raised are directed towards conservation, promotion and future enhancement projects within the wetlands.
FOMW Spring Canoe Trips 2015
FOMW Spring Canoe Trips 2015
The Friends of Minesing Wetlands are excited to announce two dates when we will be leading trips into the Minesing Wetlands via canoe or kayak! April 18th and May 9th.
To join us on the 18th of April, please contact:
Kristyn Ferguson at 519-826-0068 x.222/519-400-9140 Kristyn.Ferguson@natureconservancy.ca
If you would like to join us on May the 9th, please contact:
Sean Rootham at
s_rootham@ducks.ca
This will reserve a spot for yourself and anyone accompanying you.
We only take 20 boats per trip.
We will meet at 8:30 a.m. (at the latest) at the Willow Creek Canoe Coral on George Johnson Road (County Road 28) in Springwater Township. This should give us enough time to off-load our canoes and shuttle our cars to the end destination, which is approximately 10 minutes away. Hopefully this will be done quickly so that we can get on the water for 9 a.m. The trip will take approximately 5 hours.
Dress appropriately for the weather conditions of the day, which should include high cut boots or rubber boots for possible portages. Also, bring extra clothing in case you get wet. Bring your own warm drinks, snacks for along the way, and a packed lunch for our break around noon.
At least a basic paddling knowhow is required for this trip. All boats must be equipped with the required safety equipment (lifejackets, bailer, whistle, light and throw rope). We do not rent equipment, however if you need a boat there are at least three local providers you can contact.
The cost for joining us is $40 for non-members and $20 for members.
This includes safe passage with certified leaders and ecological interpretation of the Minesing Wetlands.
Winter Adventures in the Minesing Wetlands
Join the Friends of Minesing Wetlands for a winter adventure in the Minesing Wetlands!
We will lead a snowshoe on February 28 to the Mad River heronry. See “Eventbrite” link below for directions to the meeting point.
Snacks, water, warm drinks and warm clothing are essential. The snowshoe will take approximately 3 hours, which includes breaks for historical and ecological interpretation. Departure time is 9:30 a.m.
Please register for the events with the links below. $10 for members, $15 for non-members, $5 student.
February 28 – Snowshoe to the Minesing Wetlands Heronry
For more information contact Naomi Saunders nsaunders@nvca.on.ca
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