FIELD TRIPS/OUTINGS

UPCOMING OUTINGS

Note: In the event of a forecast of bad weather, an email will be sent to the DRFN distribution list the evening before a trip, with trip cancellation or re-scheduling information. If you are not on the list, you may check the DRFN website or call the outing leader.

 

To find out about upcoming outings for Pickering Naturalists, check their website: www.pickeringnaturalists.org

 

Upcoming Outings and COVID-19 Guidance

These are challenging times due to COVID-19. We all embrace nature and long to see our favourite wildflowers, birds, mammals, insects and other wildlife. DRFN will follow the guidance, laws and regulations of Canada, Ontario and local municipalities to limit the spread and minimize the danger.  

 

  

Next Outings

Saturday, April 22, 2:00 pm Thickson’s Woods – Walk with Ontario Nature As part of the Ontario Nature Regional Meeting, we’ll walk the woods. Spring migration will be getting underway so plan to welcome back Kinglets, early Warblers and Sparrows. If you’re interested, consider attending the Regional Meeting as well. Difficulty: Easy walking. Wear appropriate clothing based on the weather forecast. Wear appropriate footwear for walking conditions. Some black oil sunflower seed or a few peanuts would be appreciated by many of the residents.

 

Sunday, May 07 at 9:30 am Stephen's Gulch Wildflowers and Nature Walk Stephen’s Gulch is a little jewel in Spring with a wide assortment of wildflowers. It is located northeast of Bowmanville. We will meet at the Stephen’s Gulch parking lot. Note: $6.00 parking fee if you do not have an annual pass. Directions: If coming from the south: From Liberty Street North, turn east (right) on Concession Road 4, turn north (left) on Bethesda Road, turn east (right) on Stephen's Mill Road, proceed along Stephen's Mill Road to the Stephen's Gulch Conservation Area parking lot. If coming from the north: From Taunton Road (east of Liberty Street North), turn south on Bethesda Road, turn east (left) on Stephen's Mill Road, proceed along Stephen's Mill Road to the Stephen's Gulch Conservation Area parking lot. Difficulty: Easy walking. Bring appropriate clothing based on the weather forecast. Portions of the area may be slick and muddy depending on the weather so bring appropriate footwear. Bring water and insect repellent (just in case). Weather permitting, consider bringing a lunch