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marsh events Escape...Explore...Experience ...always something happening at the Wye Marsh!
Canoe the Marsh May 18 The marsh is open for canoe and kayak tours. Check out our calendar for times. Wye Marsh After Hours May 30, 6pm - 8pm Enjoy a paddle and nature walk with a Wye Marsh naturalist who will take you through the marsh at a time when it comes alive. Uncover the many species that are otherwise elusive during the day. Cost: $5 Members & $10 for Non-members Please arrive 15 minutes before to sign in. Pre-registration is recommended. To register call 705-526-7809 or email info@wyemarsh.com Wye Marsh at MEC Paddlefest June 22, Centennial Park, Barrie Dive into the world of kayaking, canoeing, and stand up paddleboarding at Mountain Equipment Co-op's annual Paddlefest on the shores of the Barrie waterfront. You can go for a test paddle, learn skills at a clinic, browse exhibitors’ booths, and hunt for deals on gear. Make sure to visit the Wye Marsh booth for infomation and deals on our ecotours and upcoming events. Paddlefest is free to attend.
July 12 - 14
The Ontario Hummingbird Festival is a nature festival that celebrates one of Canada's most recognizable and beloved birds. The hummingbird is one of nature's backyard ambassadors, encouraging gardeners and landowners to plant and protect for the needs of all wildlife species. Be a part of one of Ontario's most unique nature festivals and participate in the conservation of one of our most beloved native birds. Register for a workshop or banding session and have the rare and memorable opportunity to hold and release a hummingbird. Curious how a hummingbird is banded? Get a sneak peek and watch Bob Sargent, from Hummer/Bird Study Group band and release a hummingbird. Festival highlights
Friday July 12th 2013 9am - 11am Hummingbird banding with Bob Sargent Registration preferred 7 pm - 9pm Bob Sargent will speak about his work with the Hummer/Bird Study Group, detailing his experiences and highlights. The evening will be catered by Grounded Cafe. Registration is required. Cost of event is$5
Saturday July 13th, 2013 9am - 11am Hummingbird banding with Bob Sargent Registration preferred 10am - 11am Birding with children workshop, sponsored by Wild Birds Unlimited, Barrie Registration preferred 1pm - 2pm Build your own hummingbird attracting planter with native plants Registration required and an additional cost of $5 per planter
Sunday July 14th, 2013 9am to 11am Hummingbird banding with Bob Sargent Registration preferred 10am - 12pm How to photograph hummingbirds with Ann Brokelman Registration required and maximum participants is 6 Cost of workshop is $45 1pm - 2pm How to attract hummingbirds to your garden with Bob Sargent Registration is preferred 2pm to 4pm How to photograph hummingbirds with Ann Brokelman Registration is required and maximum participants is 6 Cost of workshop is $45 Admission will be general admission to Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre Weekend pass $25 +hst Weekend passes will be available at Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre and will cover entry into the festival all three days July 12 -14, as well as the Friday night presentation. Workshop fees will not be included and passes are non-transferable. To register for a workshop or presentation contact us at 705-526-7809 or info@wyemarsh.com
For more upcoming events go to the Wye Marsh calendar Contact: Call 705.526.7809 or email info@wyemarsh.com |
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