Read more 2008 Events Calendar - Seasons Full of Fun
Nature Walk.
All our walks are free. Donations are most welcome and help to fund our activities at Macphail Woods - call 651-2575 or email Gary for more information. Make sure to check our Blog for the latest information. If you would like a printed copy, here is a PDF version. Please remember to use recycled or reused paper to conserve forests everywhere.APRIL 19: Our Annual Owl Prowl
- come join us for a slide show and talk on the owls of Prince Edward Island. Learn about this fascinating family, including calls and how to find them. Then we'll go out for a walk along the trails to see what might be around. Meet at the Nature Centre at 7:30pm.APRIL 22: Earth Day Nature Walk
- celebrate the beauty of nature and the importance of taking positive environmental action with a guided nature walk. We'll look at ways that all of us can help in creating healthier woodlands. Meet at the Nature Centre at 2pm.MAY 16: Arbour Day Celebration:
take a stroll around the native plant nursery, arboretum and the trails of Macphail Woods, focusing on identifying native trees and shrubs. Begins at the nursery at 6pm.MAY 31: Bird Identification Walk
- a stroll along the trails of Macphail Woods, looking at year-round residents and returning migratory birds. A great walk for the whole family. Bring your boots and binoculars. The tour begins at the nursery at 8am.JUNE 8: Nature Photography Workshop
- Island photographer Beth Hoar will show some slides of her nature-related work and then take participants on a walk to discuss techniques. You can see some of Beth's breathtaking work at www.greenthumbphoto.com. Meet at the Nature Centre at 2pm.JUNE 21: Landscaping With Native Plants
- want to spend less time cutting grass and more time enjoying the beautiful plants around your home? This workshop introduces a variety of hardy native plants to attract wildlife and beautify your yard. Meet at the Nature Centre at 10am.JUNE 29: Medicinal Plants of PEI
- a walk around the nursery and trails with Margie Loo of Elderflower Organic Farm. This is a chance to look at some of the long list of native and non-native plants that have medicinal values and ends with a tea-tasting after the walk. Begins at the Nature Centre at 2pm.JULY 13: Pruning Trees and Shrubs
- combining a slide show and hands-on demonstration of proper pruning methods. The workshop includes a discussion of recommended books and tools. Begins at the Nature Centre at 2pm. Here is a link to more information about the Pruning Trees and Shrubs Workshop.JULY 26: Tree and Shrub Identification Walk
- learn how to identify a variety of native tree and shrub species using leaves, fruit and seed. The tour, led by Forest Technician Ruth Richman, includes a walk through the woods and begins at the nursery at 10am.AUGUST 3: Forest Restoration Workshop
- a walk and talk in a wide variety of forest habitats at Macphail Woods. Anyone interested in forest restoration or nature in general is encouraged to attend. The focus will be on bringing back the native Acadian forest, looking at some of the methods used on the property and trying to find solutions to problems faced by woodlot owners. Meet at the Nature Centre at 2pm.AUGUST 9: Plants of Prince Edward Island
- led by biologist Kate MacQuarrie. A general look at many of the plants, both native and non-native, that you commonly encounter in the province. Begins at 10am at the nursery.AUGUST 23: Improving Riparian Zones
- waterways are key components of healthy ecosystems in this region, providing critical habitat for a wide variety of wildlife. Rob Sharkie, Executive Director of the Trout River Environmental Committee, will look at a variety of riparian habitats and discuss ways that they can be restored and improved. Meet at the Nature Centre at 10am.SEPTEMBER 28: Autumn in the Forest
- a family walk along the trails of Macphail Woods, looking at both plants and animals. This is a great outing for people of all ages during a beautiful time of year. Meet at the nursery at 2pm.
This year, we are revamping our summer children's program.
Three of our week-long summer environmental educational programs are now geared towards a smaller age range, in order for participants to have the best experience possible. While we understand that this may cause a problem for families with children of different ages, our fourth program actually has a wider age range to accommodate those concerns. Topics will include birds, forests, wildflowers, soil, amphibians, water, mammals and a wide variety of nature activities. Activities will take place in the Macphail Woods Nature Centre and make full use of the nursery, trails and waterways.
THE WEEK OF JULY 7-11: Ages 6-8 years old
THE WEEK OF JULY 21-25: Ages 8-10 years old
THE WEEK OF AUGUST 4-8: Ages 10-12 years old
THE WEEK OF AUGUST 18-22: (Our new week) Ages 6-12 years old
Cost for a week-long program is $50.00. Please call 651-2575 to register.
The Macphail Woods Ecological Forestry Project is situated on the Sir Andrew Macphail Homestead in Orwell, Prince Edward Island Canada. It's just up the road from the Orwell Corner Historic Village. It's about a 20 minute drive out from Charlottetown on the Trans Canada Highway heading towards Wood Islands. Here is a link to Google Maps, which allows you to explore the area and more.
Nature Centre Entrance.
