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May 5, 2012
Ship Harbour Long Lake Wilderness Area
10:00 AM
Admiral Lake Trail Hike
Join the Chebucto Hiking Club for a moderate 10 km group hike along the Admiral Lake Trail. This hike is suitable for all ages and is rated 4C - a good deal of significant hill climbing and significant part of the hike takes place on somewhat difficult terrain (rocky, rooted paths). Hike will last approximately 3-4 hours. Please bring snacks, lots of water, lunch and hiking boots. We will meet at the trailhead parking lot in Musquodoboit Harbour. Contact Blain at (902) 405-6365, email chebuctohiking@hotmail.com or visit www.chc.chebucto.org.
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May 5, 2012
Amherst Point Bird Sanctuary
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Amherst Point Bird Sanctuary Tour
The Nova Scotia Bird Society invites you to join them in a tour of the sanctuary which is home to some of Nova Scotia's more elusive waterfowl species as well as many other birds. We will attempt to identify them by sight and sound. Suitable for all ages. Wear appropriate footwear for wet conditions and dress for weather conditions. Bring water and insect repellent and remember your binoculars. Meet at 9 AM at the Amherst Point Bird Sanctuary parking lot. Take Exit #3 from Highway 104 at the Wandlyn Inn and proceed a few kilometers toward Nappan. Watch for the entrance on the left. Contact Chris Pepper at (902) 483-6693 or email cpepper@ymail.com.
Rain date: May 6 from 9 AM to 12 PM
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May 6, 2012
Uisge Ban Falls Provincial Park
2:00 PM
Uisge Ban Falls Walk
Join the Cape Breton Island Hoppers Volkssport Club for a 5 & 10 km guided group walk along the North Baddeck River to Uisge Ban Falls. This is a non-competitive walking event for fun, fitness, and friendship. Participants are asked to remain with the group. Wear good hiking boots and dress for weather conditions. Bring a walking stick, water, and a light snack (trail mix!). Meet at the picnic park at Uisge Ban Falls Provincial Park at 715 North Branch Road, Baddeck Forks. Please note there is a $2 fee for each participant. Contact Elsie at (902) 562-3117
or email joeandelsie@ns.sympatico.ca.
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May 12, 2012
Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Volunteer Day
An exciting opportunity for the wildlife park and for you! Do you enjoy working outside, interacting with people, or making nature crafts with children? If you have skills in sharing nature whether it is plant, animal, wetland or ecosystem knowledge we need your help to contribute to the visitor experience at the wildlife park. You may contribute by helping us remove alien plant species from the wetlands, or enhancing park drama through puppet shows! There are many opportunities to choose from! If you are interested in learning more please come to this volunteer orientation day. Everyone will get a sample of the types of volunteering we are offering and you decide if donating time to the park something that you would like to pursue. Bring water, snacks, hiking boots, hat, sun block, and insect repellent. Pre-registration is required. Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural Resources. Contact Sue Penney at (902) 758-5316 or email legacycentre@gov.ns.ca.
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May 13, 2012
Porters Lake Provincial Park
10:00 AM
World Walking Day
Join the Dartmouth Volksmarch Club on World Walking Day for an easy 5 km or 10 km guided walk at Porters Lake Provincial Park and area. Suitable for all ages. The walk will take place on well-groomed park trails with very little more difficult terrain and some pavement walking. Wear walking boots or shoes and dress for weather conditions. Bring water and a snack. We will meet at the parking lot entrance at 1160 West Porters Lake Road to sign-in. Please note that there is a $1 event fee. Contact: Belinda at (902) 434-6412 or visit www.dartmouthvolksmarchclub.com.
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May 19, 2012
Shubenacadie Provincial Wildlife Park
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Butterfly Garden Party
Learn what plant species to use when planting your own butterfly garden that will entice an array of butterflies to sip nectar all season long. Meet at the Wetland Centre. Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural Resources. Please note that park admission fees apply. Contact the park at (902) 758-5316, email legacycentre@gov.ns.ca or visit our website at http://wildlifepark.gov.ns.ca.
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May 19, 2012
Blomidon
10:00 AM
Fairy Shrimps, Spring Flowers and Birds
Join Naturalist Jim Wolford for an interpretive walk on the Jodrey Trail to a seasonal pond that contains the rare and beautiful fairy shrimp. Other pond life, spring flowers, and birds will also be seen or heard. This very easy nature walk is suitable for adults and children who are capable of the distance (approximately 2 km). Wear comfortable walking shoes or boots and bring water. Binoculars, cameras, magnifying glasses, and field guides are also recommended, if you have them. Participants will meet at the park office at 10 AM. Sponsored by the Blomidon Naturalists Society. Contact Jim at (902) 542-9204.
This event will be held rain or shine.
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May 19, 2012
Graves Island Provincial Park
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Bird Watching
Join local birder James Hirtle for a guided hike through the park's trail. Bring your binoculars for a chance to see and hear waterfowl, songbirds and birds of prey. You will be amazed at how many species you might find in just 2 hours! Suitable for all ages. Meet at the group-use trail head shelter building. Sponsored by the NS Department of Natural Resources. Contact Alan at (902) 634-7514 or (902) 521-2399 or email whitear@gov.ns.ca .
Rain date: Sunday, May 20 from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM.
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May 20, 2012
Mira River
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Come Walk Our Park
Bring your family and join the Friends of Mira Park Society and staff of the NS Department of Natural Resources for a fun day of nature walks, wildlife display with treats and games for the children. Also included will be our annual bake sale, yard sale, and canteen. Dress for weather conditions and wear suitable footwear for games and nature walks. We will meet at the Recreation Centre in the park. Contact John at (902) 564-8552 or email jfraser@eastlink.ca.
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May 20, 2012
William E. deGarthe Memorial Park
10:00 AM
Peggys Cove Trail Walk - Canadian Volkssport Federation National Walking Weekend
Join the Dartmouth Volksmarch Club for a 12 km hike. A significant part of the walk takes place on somewhat difficult terrain (rocky/rooted paths) with some significant hills. Wear walking shoes or boots and bring water and a snack. We will meet in the parking lot opposite the deGarthe Memorial, Highway 333. Please note that there is a $1 per person event fee. Contact John at (902) 902-532-0503. or visit www.dartmouthvolksmarchclub.com.
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May 21, 2012
Uniacke Estate Museum Park
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Bird Walk, Historic Hants County
We will start by exploring some of the grounds at Mt. Uniacke, then continue along back-country roads through Hants County looking for different bird species. Suitable for all ages. Wear appropriate footwear for walking and dress for weather conditions. Bring water, insect repellant, and a lunch to be enjoyed at Smileys Provincial Park. Meet at Mount Uniacke House. Sponsored by the Nova Scotia Bird Society. Contact Chris Pepper at (902) 483-6693 or email cpepper@ymail.com.
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May 26, 2012
Gully Lake Wilderness Area
10:00 AM
Waterfalls of Nuttby to Gully Lake Trail System
Join the Cobequid Eco-Trails Society for either a 5 or 12 km hike featuring 'Waterfalls of Nuttby to Gully Lake Trail System'. Starting at the Kemptown Road Trailhead we will explore sections of Portage Trail, Sandy Cope Trail and Willard Kitchener MacDonald Trail, viewing Donald's Falls. The 12 km group will include Meguma and Willard's Falls passing by Gully Lake. Along with ferns and lichens, spring flowers should be abundant. This is a guided hike suitable for those 12+ years of age. You will be asked to sign a waiver and are required to stay with the group. The leader has the authority and discretion to alter routes as conditions require. Wear hiking boots and dress for a variety of weather conditions (i.e. in layers). Bring water, high energy snacks, and a lunch for those who are hiking the 12 km route). Contact Sheila at (902) 895-2007 or email sgwilson53@hotmail.com, Bettie at (902) 897-4758, or visit our website at www.cobequidecotrails.ca (ensuring to scroll to the right to view all the information) for directions to the trailhead, descriptions of the trails and status of event. This event will take place rain or shine.
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May 26, 2012
Natural Resources Education Centre
8:00 AM
Beginning Birders Field Trip
Join local birder Verna Higgins for a 2-3 hour walk on the trails of the Natural Resources Education Centre McCurdy Woodlot in Middle Musquodoboit to see and hear late migrant and resident song birds. This a great walk for the entire family. Please dress for the weather and don't forget waterproof footwear, insect repellant, water, snacks and binoculars (if you have them). We will meet at the Natural Resources Education Centre parking lot. Sponsored by the Nova Scotia Bird Society and the NS Department of Natural Resources. Contact Verna at (902) 384-2286 or email vjhiggins@xplornet.com
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May 27, 2012
Jerry Lawrence
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Mayfair in the Park
A fun day for the community, to thank those who contribute & promote our work in the area. There will be games for the children, BBQ, handouts, displays, and scavenger hunts. Dress for weather conditions. Meet at the Jerry Lawrence Provincial Park, Hwy 3, Upper Tantallon. Sponsored by the Five Bridges Wilderness Heritage Trust. Contact Harry Ward at (902) 456-8179 or email harryward@eastlink.ca. In the event of rain, the fun day will be moved to the Hubley Community Centre, 4408 St. Margaret's Bay Road.
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