Hiking Fisher’s Pond Buckthorn Removal

HIKE TITLE

Fisher’s Pond Buckthorn Removal

DATE

Thurs September 21, 2023

HIKE LEADER(S)

Sundeep Khosla HOC Member

Ryan Mickeloff from The Bruce Trail Conservancy

EMAIL AND CELL NUMBER

Sundeepkhosla04@gmail.com 905 469 6366

GENERAL LOCATION

Dundas and Brant Street/ NE corner

START TIME

Arrive 8:45 for 9:00 start

MEETING PLACE OR PARKING LOCATION

Meet on cul-de-sac at end of Highview Drive which is off Cedar Springs Rd.

DISTANCE

Short Hike and Buckthorn removal

We will start the day off by going for a short hike of the property. After that, we will have a short break and then move into the buckthorn removal. The parking space on the property will be close to where we will be working, however there will be some walking with tools required in order to get access to the space we will be removing the buckthorn from.

DURATION APPROX

3 hours - short hike followed by buckthorn removal

TERRAIN:

Easy / Moderate / Challenging

Easy- Moderate

TYPE OF HIKE:

Eco - activity on Bruce Trail

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Point of interests

Buckthorne is an invasive species that crowds out and threatens native species. Removal is the best way to eradicate Buckthorn Common Buckthorn | Ontario's Invading Species Awareness Program

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Yes. A Must.  Leaders appreciate early registration and at least 24 hours before the event.

CANCELLATION

•   If your plans change, please self-cancel as soon as possible so that other HOC members may take your spot.

•   The club may cancel due to bad weather that may impact the safety of participants or due to low attendance.

REGISTRATION OPENS

Two weeks before the hike. Minimum of 8 and maximum of 25 participants

WHAT TO BRING

•   All tools and gloves will be provided

•   Wear supportive hiking boots with good tread.

•   Dress in layers according to weather

•   Carry waterproof rainwear, snacks and water

•   Sun and bug protection if necessary

•   Long pants & top (Even if it is a hot day, wear pants to protect legs from poison ivy or other irritants.)