*Provide targets for restoration in the Rouge watershed
*Restore native ecosystems everywhere possible and practical in the Park
*Reintroduce endangered native species that are no longer evident
*Establish natural resources monitoring and reporting systems
*Protect the Class 1 farm acreages in Rouge Park
*Protect and preserve the cultural and heritage sites found in the valley
*Stop illegal dumping, poaching, vandalism and heritage site destruction and abuse
This hike was on Cedar Hill in the Rouge. The first flowers of spring were hepatica and coltsfoot. A garter snake resting in the sun did not move when we came upon it. Many birds were in evidence including swallows, robins, hawk, turkey vulture, chickadees, trumpet swans, geese, bufflehead, ducks, redwinged blackbirds, and more. There were fish attempting the rapids.
Lots to see now that spring has finally arrived…around the Rouge River and Little Rouge River.
Reminder that there is a hike to the Beaver Ponds in Altona Forest 9AM this Saturday. Meeting place is the entrance on the west side of Autumn Cres. at the intersection with Foxwood Trail.
goo.gl/RmJRGN is the link for conducted tours in the Rouge.
Larry Noonan
Posted in conservation, environment, Hiking, Nature Walks, Rouge National Urban Park
Tagged bufflehead, swallows, trumpeter swans, turkey vulture
This plan envisages the greatest level of protection for the ecosystem, plant and wild life coupled with strong community involvement and input. The Parks Canada Rouge National Urban Park Draft Management Plan of 2014 is very comprehensive.
It provides for meaningful public access with conservation, the environment, restoration and rehabilitation always in mind.
You may view this plan on the Parks Canada web site http://www.pc.gc.ca , look for Rouge National Urban Park.
A strictly scientific approach to management at the new Rouge National Urban Park will be used to rescue endangered species in the park and eliminate invasive species. A full program of monitoring, assessment and reporting will help ensure the health of the park’s ecosystems and native wildlife…
To request more information email rougenationalurbanparknow@gmail.com
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Beautiful scenes from Lake Ontario north into the Rouge Valley…
PARKS CANADA is committed to restoring native ecosystems in the Rouge. They are currently working on projects with municipalities, environmental groups and local farmers in a number of areas.
The reintroduction of endangered turtle species, creating easier access for wildlife to cross roads and wetland improvement are just some of the current ecosystem activities.
The ice and snow are clearing fast. Soon will come green, then wildflowers of every kind!
Parks Canada is inviting you to join the 7th Annual Rouge Frog Watch, April 28, May 26, June 23 in concert with the Metro Zoo. An interesting exercise visiting many of the wetlands in the Rouge watershed, gathering important information on the many and varied frog species.
Space is limited so act soon…
…for information contact rouge@pc.gc.ca
Posted in conservation, environment, frogs, Rouge National Urban Park
Tagged annual frog count, metro zoo
This is not what is supposed to happen! Mrs Peter Bradshaw on a recent hike through the Rouge saw ducks being hunted during the beginning of the current spring nesting season.
This is one of the important reasons the new Rouge National Urban Park needs the protection that Parks Canada will bring!
Posted in conservation, environment, Hiking, illegal hunting, Rouge National Urban Park
Tagged Poaching in Parks
A letter to the Toronto Star Editor from retired Parks Canada CAO, Celine Gaulin, Friday, March 20/15…
Posted in conservation, environment, Rouge National Urban Park
Tagged National Parks
Friends of Rouge National Urban Park 