Volunteers are needed to help cut introduced Phragmites at the west side of Oshawa Second Marsh. Phragmites is not a desired plant species in our habitats. It displaces our native vegetation, competes for water and nutrients, affects biodiversity by growing in a monoculture and alters the nutrient cycling of the area. The Phragmites at Oshawa…
Volunteers wanted! Our plant stewardship program is commencing. Each Wednesday until the end of October we will be managing dominant introduced species (invasive plant species) to make room for native plants. Training and tools will be provided. Smoking and dogs not permitted. This is a rain or shine event. Email Wioletta at wwalancik@secondmarsh.ca if you…
Take in the crisp autumn air and colourful leaves at McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve on Saturday, October 25 at 10 AM with Friends of Second Marsh staff and local wildlife enthusiast Eric Woodley! FSM staff and Eric will guide you through the trails and share fascinating insights on how animals prepare for winter — from…