Events
No events planned just yet... stay tuned. (June 8th, 2010, CG.)
Past Events
Saturday, October 3rd, 9AM, 2009
Community Planting Day, Milroy & RF Downie Park
Join us for a day of active learning and greening (literally) of Peterborough's community park on Milroy Dr. Click here for map
Meet at 9AM at the park parking lot on Milroy Drive. Bring planting clothes suitable for the day's weather, and don't forget your travel mug! We'll provide beverages, light snacks, shovels and planting expertise.
Tuesday, September 22nd
Treasured Tree Hunt Awards Ceremony
Did you nominate a tree for the Treasured Tree Hunt? We'll be inviting you to the wrap-up where the awards will be presented to the winners.
National Forest Week: Sept 20 to 26
It's a perfect time of year celebrate trees in Canada. It's also a great time of year to plant new trees in Peterborough. Join us for a tree walk through Little Lake Cemetery, or visit Ecology Park for planting tips and a wide selection of hardy native trees. Stay tuned for event posting.
Sunday, September 13th, 2 to 3:30PM
Ecology Park Workshop: Trees Pests & Diseases
Shawn Bloom of Ethic Tree Creations will be hosting a workshop at the Ecology Park talking about tree pests and diseases. You’re invited to come with your tree questions, and any samples of tree pests (in a plastic bag, of course) you may have.
The workshop is absolutely free and will be taking place from 2:00 to 3:30 in the afternoon. The park is located next door to Peterborough Utilities and we ask that you park in the Beavermead parking lot just down the street.
July 1st Deadline for submissions
Peterborough Treasured Tree Hunt
Check out this web site for details
Sunday, June 21st, 7PM
"Song Gardens" CD Release Party
Location: Ecology Park
Ecology Park Nature Album "Song Gardens" by Glen Cards will be released on Sunday June 21st at 7pm. This album was recorded at the Ecology Park using a solar digital system. The songs are about the park and all proceeds go to the park. Native Blues Singer Brock Stonefish will open up for Glen and his band. What better way to celebrate the solstice and Nation Aboriginal Day. There is no cost and refreshments will be provided.
For more info call Glen at 748 6672.
Saturday, June 20th, 1PM
Treasured Tree Walk: Little Lake Cemetery
Location: Meet at entrance to Little Lake Cemetery, Crescent St.
Retired Ontario Parks, MNR Tree Enthusiast, Peter Beatles, will lead a walk around Little Lake Cemetery to showcase some of Peterborough's great treasured trees. Bring binoculars and good shoes. No Pets please.
Thursday, June 18th, 7 to 9PM
Urban Forest Strategic Plan Open House
Location: Peterborough Public Library, Auditorium
This is an opportunity for the public to review and provide input on the strategic objectives that the committee members have defined as key principles for the Urban Forest Strategic Plan.
