Join us on Saturday May 30 from 10am - 12pm as we explore one of Aurora's prime natural forests - Case Woodlot!
Discover the forest's history and ecology and observe rare ephemeral flowers like Trout Lilly, Blue Cohosh and Trillium.
For 6 years, Homegrown Society volunteers have been stewarding Case Woodlot. As we walk through the trails, you'll learn about how to take care of the forest, and have the option to participate in some Garlic Mustard harvesting along the trail.
The walk will be about 2 km long. The event will finish with refreshments.
This event is part of Make A Difference Week, hosted by the Society for Ecological Restoration (SER). An annual week of global restoration action where individuals and organizations from around the world host and participate in local volunteer restoration events. Through Make a Difference Week, everyone, everywhere has a chance to positively impact their local communities by engaging in hands-on restoration projects.
Event Details
Where -> Entrance to Case Woodlot on Henderson Drive (across from Watt's Meadow)
Follow this Google Maps link for directions.
Please arrive 5 minutes before the start of the hike!
W hat you need:
Your curiosity and imagination!
A completed volunteer waiver. If you've volunteere with us already, you don't need to fill this out!
Closed-toe shoes
Weather appropriate clothing
Water/snacks
Spots are limited…
Event attendance is by donation. If you are youth under 30, are caring for children, have a fixed income or if the donation would otherwise be a barrier to attend, please select the free ticket. All donations go towards our neighborhood stewardship and ecosystem restoration projects. For more info about our program visit our website or follow us on social media - Instagram, Facebook.
How to get there and other details:
Case Woodlot is accessible via YRT 32 , and the VIVA Blue Line (YRT 98, YRT 98E) stop at Henderson Drive (1.8 km walk from Henderson). Parking can be found on Watt's Meadow, and Tamarac Trail (but not on Henderson).
There are no public washrooms at Case Woodlot. The closest one is at the Harvey's in the Metro Plaza (Yonge and Henderson).
Masks are encouraged. Please do not come to the event if you are feeling unwell.
Have any questions? Contact us: society.homegrown@gmail.com