Plugs for the Prairie October 18, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm EDT
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Historically, the Rice Lake Plains were covered with tall grass prairie and oak savanna ecosystems, which were dominated by massive black and white oak trees . Grasses like big bluestem and switchgrass thrived, and a diverse range of wildflowers blossomed. Help give this globally rare habitat a comeback by planting native prairie species plugs on our Hazel Bird Nature Reserve. After planting, join us on a guided walk to learn more about the Rice Lake Plains. Physical activity includes walking three to five kilometres over uneven terrain, as well as bending, digging and twisting.
The Hazel Bird Nature Reserve lies on the Oak Ridges Moraine, in Ontario’s Greenbelt. The event is one of many commemorating the 20th Anniversary of the Greenbelt, and NCC acknowledges the support of the Greenbelt Foundation in helping make this event happen.
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| Fitness | Toilet | Food and Beverages | Tools |
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| Moderate fitness level required. | There are toilets are the meeting location which can be used before and after the activity. | Snacks will be made available as will water to refill your water bottles. | All tools will be provided by NCC. |
Please note
Additional event details, including directions and parking instructions, will be provided after registration. Please look for three emails with event information; one will be sent immediately after registration (scroll to the bottom of the email for the participant package), and a reminder will be sent one week, and then one day, before the event. The emails may get filtered into your spam or junk folders. If you do not receive the correspondence with the event details, please contact on.volunteers@natureconservancy.ca.
No previous experience is required. This event is suited for those aged 12 and older. This event will proceed rain or shine, so please dress for the conditions: rubber boots, or shoes you don’t mind getting wet or dirty, long layers of comfortable clothing you don’t mind getting dirty, a hat and a change of dry clothes (just in case).
To allow us to plan for a safe, successful and enjoyable day in the field together, all participants must register in advance of the event. As space is limited and spots fill up fast, register today to confirm your attendance.
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Questions?
Please email on.volunteers@natureconservancy.ca