An Invite from Ontario’s Niagara Parks Commission
Posted October 6th, 2022 on Niagara At Large
Overlooking the Niagara Glen area on the Ontario side of the Lower Niagara River, photo courtesy of Niagara Parks Commission
* Community tree planting event returns to the Niagara Glen on Saturyday, October 15
* Over 100 native trees to be planted, with support of the Niagara Parks Foundation
* Registration available now at niagaraparks.com/community-tree-planting-day<https://www.niagaraparks.com/community-tree-planting-day/>.
Niagara Falls, Ontario – In partnership with the Niagara Parks Foundation, Niagara Parks will host its annual Community Tree Planting Day at the Niagara Glen Nature Centre on Saturday, October 15, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon.
Hiking down the Niagara Glen to the rushing waters of the lower Niagara River. Photo courtesy of Niagara Farks Commission
Made possible thanks to the generous donations received through the Niagara Parks Foundation, over 100 native trees will be planted during this initiative, which provides a fun and meaningful opportunity to directly support the critical reforestation of this rare Carolinian forest canopy located along the Niagara River corridor. As cooler weather arrives and vibrant fall colours are revealed across the Niagara Gorge, conditions are now ideal for fall planting.
Participants are encouraged to round out this memorable fall experience in nature with a hike in the Niagara Gorge, or take in the scenic views found along the 56-kilometre Niagara Parkway and Niagara River Recreation Trail, stretching from Lake Erie to Lake Ontario.
How to Register<https://www.niagaraparks.com/community-tree-planting-day/> and Helpful Tips
Registered participants will meet at the Niagara Glen Nature Centre on Saturday, October 15 from 10 a.m. – 12 noon, rain or shine. No experience is necessary; community members will learn how to properly plant a tree, under the expert guidance of Niagara Parks’ Horticulture team. Participants should bring their favourite work gloves, shovels and lots of energy! Niagara Parks will supply the trees and mulch, as well as extra shovels and gloves.
Overlooking the Lower Niagara River from Niagara Glen. Photo courtesy of Niagara Parks Commission
Light refreshments will be provided for registered participants. Niagara Parks also recommends bringing a refillable water bottle and dressing in layers for a variety of weather conditions, with sturdy footwear suited to potentially wet and muddy areas.
Space is limited for this free, family-friendly event, and pre-registration is required. Free on-site event parking will also be available, located adjacent to the planting area at the Niagara Glen Nature Centre, 3050 Niagara Parkway, Niagara Falls, Ontario. Visit niagaraparks.com/community-tree-planting-day<https://www.niagaraparks.com/community-tree-planting-day/> for more information and to register.
About the Niagara Parks Foundation – The Niagara Parks Foundation is a registered charity governed by a Board of Governors, established to support and advance the stewardship initiatives of Niagara Parks. The Niagara Parks Foundation provides a unique opportunity for members of the public and corporations to actively contribute to one of the world’s most beloved public spaces, while generating additional funds to support Niagara Parks’ important stewardship responsibilities through funding, research, and public education.
About Niagara Parks – Since its establishment in 1885, Niagara Parks has remained a self-financed agency of the Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport, entrusted to preserve and protect the land surrounding Niagara Falls and the Niagara River. Today, Niagara Parks boasts gardens, a horticulture school, recreation, golf courses, restaurants, heritage and historic sites, gift shops and, of course, Niagara Falls. In short, natural landscapes, history, family fun, hiking, culinary delights, attractions and adventure.
For more information, please visit niagaraparks.com<https://www.niagaraparks.com/>
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