BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Rice Lake Plains Partnership - ECPv6.15.15//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ricelakeplains.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Rice Lake Plains Partnership REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20180311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20181104T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20191101T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20191101T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190516T054601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190516T054602Z UID:1804-1572631200-1572642000@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:Owl Prowl DESCRIPTION:Join Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA) education staff on an exciting evening prowling for owls in the Ganaraska Forest. Start the evening off with a presentation before venturing out on the guided night hike in search of an owl or two. \n\n\n\nThe\n fee to participate is $15.00 + HST per adult and $10.00 + HST per child\n (16 & under). Due to the late outdoor activity\, all participants \nmust be 8 years of age or older. \n\n\n\nSpaces are limited. Pre-registration is required by calling the GRCA at 905.885.8173. URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/owl-prowl/ LOCATION:Ganaraska Forest Centre\, 10585 Cold Springs Camp Road\, Port Hope\, Ontario\, L0A 1B0\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority":MAILTO:info@grca.on.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20191005T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20191005T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190516T054103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190516T054104Z UID:1802-1570233600-1570319999@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:SEED COLLECTION WORKSHOP: Goodrich-Loomis Conservation Area DESCRIPTION:Help collect native tallgrass seeds to be used for future plantings at the restored prairie and savanna site. Make a seed bomb to take home. Event offered in partnership with the Nature Conservancy of Canada.REGISTRATION REQUIRED. \n\n\n\nRegister with Ewa Bednarczuk\, Ecology & Stewardship Specialist\, at ewa.bednarczuk@LTC.on.ca\, or 613-394-3915 x 252.For more information contact Lower Trent Conservation at 613-394-4829\, or by email at information@LTC.on.caDonations gratefully accepted to help us continue to offer these unique outdoor learning experiences. \n\n\n\nPart of Discovering Our Watershed (PDF). URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/seed-collection-workshop-goodrich-loomis-conservation-area/ LOCATION:Goodrich-Loomis Conservation Area\, 1331 Pinewood School Rd.\, Castleton\, Ontario\, K0K 1M0\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190928T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190928T230000 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190808T162514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190808T162515Z UID:1926-1569699000-1569711600@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:Stargazing with Nature DESCRIPTION:© Renée M. Besta \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJUPITER\, SATURN\, NEPTUNE\, STAR CLUSTERS\, NEBULAS\, GALAXIES... The universe is endless! Join the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) and the Dortwood Observatory for a night of boundless exploration. Large telescopes will be available for observational use. URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/stargazing-with-nature/ LOCATION:Hazel Bird Nature Reserve\, 9636 Beavermeadow Rd E\, Baltimore\, Ontario\, K0K 1C0\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Dortwood Observatory":MAILTO:dortwoodobservatory@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190906T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190906T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190830T144331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190830T151151Z UID:1953-1567764000-1567778400@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:Plugs for the Prairies: Van Hove Part 3 DESCRIPTION:Help restore rare prairie habitat to the Rice Lake Plains! Historically\, the Rice Lake Plains were covered with tallgrass prairie and oak savannah\, which were dominated by massive black and white oak. Native grasses like big bluestem and switchgrass thrived and a diverse range of wildflowers blossomed. Today\, the oak savannah and tallgrass prairie of the Rice Lake Plains are fragmented and overgrown with non-native species. Help give this globally rare habitat a comeback by planting native prairie species on the Nature Conservancy of Canada's Van Hove property! URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/plugs-for-the-prairies-van-hove-part-3/ LOCATION:Van Hove Evens Property\, 560-108 Red Cloud School Rd.\, Warkworth\, Ontario\, K0K 3K0\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Conservancy of Canada":MAILTO:nature@natureconservancy.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190824T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190824T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190516T053137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190516T053610Z UID:1796-1566640800-1566651600@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:BOTANICAL WONDERS: Goodrich-Loomis Conservation Area DESCRIPTION:Explore a variety of ecological communities including one of eastern Ontario’s finest trout streams\, remnant prairie\, oak savanna\, a portion of a provincially significant wetland\, and mature mixed forest on top of an esker. Event offered in partnership with the Field Botanists of Ontario. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. \n\n\n\nRegister with Ewa Bednarczuk\, Ecology & Stewardship Specialist\, at ewa.bednarczuk@LTC.on.ca\, or 613-394-3915 x 252.For more information contact Lower Trent Conservation at 613-394-4829\, or by email at information@LTC.on.caDonations gratefully accepted to help us continue to offer these unique outdoor learning experiences. \n\n\n\nPart of Discovering Our Watershed (PDF). URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/botanical-wonders-goodrich-loomis-conservation-area/ LOCATION:Goodrich-Loomis Conservation Area\, 1331 Pinewood School Rd.\, Castleton\, Ontario\, K0K 1M0\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190823T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190823T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190808T175836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190808T175837Z UID:1945-1566554400-1566568800@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:Plugs for the Prairies: Hazel Bird – Part 4 DESCRIPTION:Help restore rare prairie habitat to the Rice Lake Plains! Historically\, the Rice Lake Plains were covered with tall grass prairies and oak savannah\, which were dominated by massive black and white oak\, grasses like big bluestem and switchgrass thrived and a diverse range of wildflowers blossomed. Today\, the oak savannah and tall grass prairie of the Rice Lake Plains are badly fragmented and overgrown with non-native species. Help give this globally rare habitat a comeback by helping us plant native prairie species plugs at the Hazel Bird Nature Reserve. Questions?Contact Val Deziel\, Coordinator\, Conservation Biology: val.deziel@natureconservancy.ca URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/plugs-for-the-prairies-hazel-bird-part-4/ LOCATION:Hazel Bird Nature Reserve\, 4639 Robson Rd\, Baltimore\, Ontario\, K0K 1C0\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Conservancy of Canada":MAILTO:nature@natureconservancy.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190822T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190822T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190808T174700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190808T180310Z UID:1942-1566468000-1566482400@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:Plugs for the Prairies: Hazel Bird – Part 3 DESCRIPTION:Help restore native prairie habitat to the Rice Lake Plains! Historically\, the area was dominated by massive black and white oak\, thriving switchgrass and big bluestem\, and a diverse range of wildflowers. Today\, these natural environments are badly fragmented and overgrown with non-native species. Give this globally rare habitat an edge on its competition by planting native vegetation at the Hazel Bird Nature Reserve. Questions?Contact Val Deziel\, Coordinator\, Conservation Biology: val.deziel@natureconservancy.ca URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/plugs-for-the-prairies-hazel-bird-part-3/ LOCATION:Hazel Bird Nature Reserve\, 4639 Robson Rd\, Baltimore\, Ontario\, K0K 1C0\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Conservancy of Canada":MAILTO:nature@natureconservancy.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190816T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190816T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190808T173651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190808T174106Z UID:1934-1565949600-1565964000@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:Plugs for the Prairies: Barr DESCRIPTION:Help restore native prairie habitat to the Rice Lake Plains! Historically\, the area was dominated by massive black and white oak\, thriving switchgrass and big bluestem\, and a diverse range of wildflowers. Today\, these natural environments are badly fragmented and overgrown with non-native species. Give this globally rare habitat an edge on its competition by planting native vegetation on the Nature Conservancy of Canada's Barr Property. \n\n\n\nIf you’re interested in carpooling with other volunteers (driving\, or catching a ride) please click here. Happy travels! \n\n\n\nQuestions?Contact Val Deziel\, Coordinator\, Conservation Biology: val.deziel@natureconservancy.ca URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/plugs-for-the-prairies-barr/ LOCATION:Barr Property\, 101-335 Russ Creek Rd\, Warkworth\, Ontario\, K0K 3K0\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Conservancy of Canada":MAILTO:nature@natureconservancy.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190810T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190810T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190516T052309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190516T052310Z UID:1792-1565431200-1565438400@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:Learn to Fish Day DESCRIPTION:Join Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority's (GRCA) Watershed Biologist for a fun and educational morning learning how to fish. You’ll walk away knowing how to rig\, bait and cast a fishing rod\, identify local fish species\, and fish safely and sustainably.If you have your own fishing gear\, please bring it; otherwise\, equipment can be borrowed through Ontario Federation of Anglers & Hunter’s TackleShare Program which will be on-site. \n\n\n\nThe fee to participate in this event is $15.00 + HST. Spaces are limited\, please call the GRCA to pre-register at 905.885.8173. URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/learn-to-fish-day/ LOCATION:Garden Hill Conservation Area\, Ganaraska Road 9\, Port Hope\, Ontario\, L0A 1B0\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority":MAILTO:info@grca.on.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190718T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190718T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190516T050950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190516T050951Z UID:1786-1563445800-1563453000@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:LAKE OF THE BURNING PLAINS: Alderville Black Oak Savanna DESCRIPTION:The Alderville First Nation Black Oak Savanna is situated on the edge of the Oak Ridges Moraine near the southern shores of Rice Lake. The area is home to the largest intact tract of native tallgrass prairie and oak savanna habitat left within the Rice Lake Plains. Learn about the conservation efforts used to maintain and protect this rare habitat and its biodiversity. Event offered in partnership with Alderville Black Oak Savanna and the Quinte Field Naturalists.REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Maximum 30 participants. \n\n\n\nRegister with Ewa Bednarczuk\, Ecology & Stewardship Specialist\, at ewa.bednarczuk@LTC.on.ca\, or 613-394-3915 x 252.For more information contact Lower Trent Conservation at 613-394-4829\, or by email at information@LTC.on.caDonations gratefully accepted to help us continue to offer these unique outdoor learning experiences. \n\n\n\nPart of Discovering Our Watershed (PDF). URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/lake-of-the-burning-plains-alderville-black-oak-savanna/ LOCATION:Alderville Black Oak Savanna\, 8467 Northumberland County Rd 18\, Roseneath\, Ontario\, K0K 2X0\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190705T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190705T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190516T041332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190516T045350Z UID:1769-1562317200-1562331600@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:Kids\, Cops & Canadian Tire Fishing Derby DESCRIPTION:For 8 years\, the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA) has been partnering with the Municipality of Port Hope\, Ontario Parks & Rec and the Port Hope Police Service to host this annual fun fishing derby for children ages 17 & under. \n\n\n\nStay tuned for more details! URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/kids-cops-canadian-tire-fishing-derby/ LOCATION:Port Hope East Marina\, 125 Mill St S\, Port Hope\, Ontario\, L1A 2S8\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority":MAILTO:info@grca.on.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190622T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190622T171500 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190617T124811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190617T125517Z UID:1887-1561192200-1561223700@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:Rice Lake Plains Butterfly Count DESCRIPTION:Get to know some of the winged wonders at the Rice Lake Plains’ unique grassland and savannah habitats! Your butterfly observations will contribute to a better understanding of the biodiversity in this area\, and help to identify where butterfly conservation efforts are needed most. This will be an official North American Butterfly Association event presented by the Rice Lake Plains Partnership. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here! URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/rice-lake-plains-butterfly-count/ LOCATION:Alderville Black Oak Savanna\, 8467 Northumberland County Rd 18\, Roseneath\, Ontario\, K0K 2X0\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190608T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190608T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190516T034035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190516T044918Z UID:1766-1559988000-1559995200@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:Invasive Plants Walk DESCRIPTION:Do you think you could tell the difference between Queen Anne’s Lace and Wild Parsnip? If you found a patch of Giant Hogweed\, would you know where to report it? \n\n\n\nLearn this and much more during an informative and educational walk through the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority's (GRCA) Millennium Conservation Area with GRCA’s Watershed Biologist. \n\n\n\nThere is no cost to attend this event\, but pre-registration is required by calling the GRCA at 905.885.8173. URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/invasive-plants-walk/ LOCATION:Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority\, 2216 County Road 28\, Port Hope\, L1A 3V8\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority":MAILTO:info@grca.on.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190601T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190601T223000 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190526T141142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190526T141223Z UID:1839-1559421000-1559428200@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:Illuminating the World of Moths DESCRIPTION:Ontario is home to over 3000 species of moths\, many rivalling the beauty of butterflies. \n\n\n\nDespite this diversity\, few people have been able to experience moths in the wild. Join Basil and NCC as we shed light on this unique group of insects and share tips on how to make your garden moth-friendly. An observation session will follow using sugar bait\, black lights\, and white sheets to attract moths. URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/illuminating-the-world-of-moths/ LOCATION:Hazel Bird Nature Reserve\, 4639 Robson Rd\, Baltimore\, Ontario\, K0K 1C0\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Conservancy of Canada":MAILTO:nature@natureconservancy.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190601T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190601T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190516T033611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190516T043304Z UID:1762-1559381400-1559390400@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:Guided Forest Therapy Walk DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to be guiding another walk with the Ganaraska Region \nConservation Authority (GRCA) in the beautiful Ganaraska Forest! \n\n\n\nJoin Guide Jessica on a morning of cleansing the soul with nature. This 1.5km gentle\, quiet walk in the woods\, with mindful activities along the way\, is appropriate for those who are looking for a deeper connection to nature. \n\n\n\nPersonal Investment of $45.00/person incl. tax and entrance to the forest for the day. ($80 for 2 people) \n\n\n\nSpaces are limited. Registration in advance is required. URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/guided-forest-therapy-walk/ LOCATION:Ganaraska Forest Centre\, 10585 Cold Springs Camp Road\, Port Hope\, Ontario\, L0A 1B0\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority":MAILTO:info@grca.on.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190531T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190531T223000 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190516T031535Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190516T044734Z UID:1759-1559334600-1559341800@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:Under The Stars DESCRIPTION:Postponed from April 26th due to inclement weather. \n\n\n\nJoin the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA) and the Peterborough Astronomical Association (PAA) in an exploration of the night sky. \n\n\n\nStart the evening off with equipment demonstrations and displays\, then enjoy an ‘Astronomy 101’ presentation in the Great Hall of the Ganaraska Forest Centre before venturing back outside to try your hand at searching the dark sky with members of the PAA. \n\n\n\nThe fee to participate in this informative and educational evening is $15.00 + HST per adult and $10.00 + HST per child (16 & under). \n\n\n\nPre-registration is required by calling the GRCA at 905.885.8173. URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/under-the-stars/ LOCATION:Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority\, 2216 County Road 28\, Port Hope\, L1A 3V8\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190531T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190531T213000 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190526T024502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190526T033405Z UID:1821-1559329200-1559338200@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:An Inaugural Evening of Illustrated Presentations DESCRIPTION:Varied 10 minute presentations by Tom Jackman\, Elizabeth Kellogg\, Don McLeod\, Frank Godfrey\, and Chris Ketola. \n\n\n\nInaugural Membership Night URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/an-inaugural-evening-of-illustrated-presentations/ LOCATION:Cobourg Public Library\, 200 Ontario St\, Cobourg\, ON\, K9A 5P4\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190531T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190531T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190515T213532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190520T190458Z UID:1756-1559296800-1559311200@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:Plugs for the Prairies: Van Hove Part 2 DESCRIPTION:Photo by Mark Bernards\n\n\n\nHelp restore rare prairie habitat to the Rice Lake Plains! Historically\, the Rice Lake Plains were covered with tall grass prairies and oak savannah\, which were dominated by massive black and white oak\, grasses like big bluestem and switchgrass thrived and a diverse range of wildflowers blossomed. Today\, the oak savannah and tall grass prairie of the Rice Lake Plains are badly fragmented and overgrown with non-native species. Help give this globally rare habitat a comeback by planting native prairie species plugs on our Van Hove property. \n\n\n\nIf you’re interested in carpooling with other volunteers (driving\, or catching a ride) please click here. Happy travels! \n\n\n\nQuestions?Contact Val Deziel\, Coordinator\, Conservation Biology: Val.deziel@natureconservancy.ca URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/plugs-for-the-prairies-van-hove-part-2/ LOCATION:Van Hove Evens Property\, 560-108 Red Cloud School Rd.\, Warkworth\, Ontario\, K0K 3K0\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Conservancy of Canada":MAILTO:nature@natureconservancy.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190530T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190530T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190515T211635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190520T190414Z UID:1747-1559210400-1559224800@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:Plugs for the Prairies: Van Hove Part 1 DESCRIPTION:Photo by Mark Bernards\n\n\n\nHelp restore rare prairie habitat to the Rice Lake Plains! \nHistorically\, the Rice Lake Plains were covered with tall grass prairies\n and oak savannah\, which were dominated by massive black and white oak\, \ngrasses like big bluestem and switchgrass thrived and a diverse range of\n wildflowers blossomed. Today\, the oak savannah and tall grass prairie \nof the Rice Lake Plains are badly fragmented and overgrown with \nnon-native species. Help give this globally rare habitat a comeback by \nplanting native prairie species plugs on our Van Hove property. \n\n\n\nIf you’re interested in carpooling with other volunteers (driving\, or catching a ride) please click here. Happy travels! \n\n\n\nQuestions?Contact Val Deziel\, Coordinator\, Conservation Biology: Val.deziel@natureconservancy.ca URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/plugs-for-the-prairies-van-hove-part-1/ LOCATION:Van Hove Evens Property\, 560-108 Red Cloud School Rd.\, Warkworth\, Ontario\, K0K 3K0\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Conservancy of Canada":MAILTO:nature@natureconservancy.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190525T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190525T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190515T211321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190516T042839Z UID:1741-1558782000-1558792800@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:Roseneath Emergency Services Base Grand Opening DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of free family fun at the grand opening of the new joint emergency services base in Roseneath on Saturday\, May 25th! \n\n\n\nEnjoy a free BBQ\, tour the new base\, learn about local services like EarlyON Child and Family Centres\, explore emergency vehicles and meet first responders\, Sparky the Fire Dog and Terry the Traumasaurus! \n\n\n\n*Please note: Accessible parking only\, at the Roseneath Base. All other parking for this event is located at the Roseneath Centennial Public School parking lot at 9047 County Road 45\, Roseneath. Shuttle buses will provide transportation between the parking lot and the event. URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/roseneath-emergency-services-base-grand-opening/ LOCATION:Roseneath Emergency Services Base\, 9160 County Road 45\, Roseneath\, Ontario\, K0K 2X0\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Northumberland County":MAILTO:communications@northumberlandcounty.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190525T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190525T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190515T200041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190516T042552Z UID:1721-1558774800-1558785600@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:Rain Barrel & Native Plant Sale DESCRIPTION:It’s time to prep your summer garden! \n\n\n\nPre-order a rain barrel through the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA) and when you pick it up on May 25th\, shop for native species to plant in your garden. Choose from numerous varieties of native plants\, shrubs\, trees\, and groundcovers to create your perfect garden oasis. \n\n\n\nAll proceeds go towards the GRCA’s programs and services. \n\n\n\nOrder your GRCA rain barrel through RainBarrel.ca by May 17th 2019 – https://rainbarrel.ca/ganaraska/ \n\n\n\nQuestions? Please email info@grca.on.ca. URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/rain-barrel-native-plant-sale/ LOCATION:Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority\, 2216 County Road 28\, Port Hope\, L1A 3V8\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority":MAILTO:info@grca.on.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190524T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190524T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190515T193551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190520T172033Z UID:1718-1558692000-1558706400@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:Plugs for the Prairies: Hazel Bird Part 2 DESCRIPTION:Photo by Robert Britton\n\n\n\nHelp restore rare prairie habitat in the Rice Lake Plains! \nHistorically\, the Rice Lake Plains were covered with tall grass prairies\n and oak savannah\, which were dominated by massive black and white oak\, \ngrasses like big bluestem and switchgrass thrived and a diverse range of\n wildflowers blossomed. Today\, the oak savannah and tall grass prairie \nof the Rice Lake Plains are badly fragmented and overgrown with \nnon-native species. Help give this globally rare habitat a comeback by \nplanting native prairie species plugs on our Hazel Bird Nature Reserve. \n\n\n\nIf you’re interested in carpooling with other volunteers (driving\, or catching a ride) please click here. Happy travels! \n\n\n\nQuestions?Contact Val Deziel\, Coordinator\, Conservation Biology: Val.deziel@natureconservancy.ca URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/plugs-for-the-prairies-hazel-bird-part-2/ LOCATION:Hazel Bird Nature Reserve\, 4639 Robson Rd\, Baltimore\, Ontario\, K0K 1C0\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Conservancy of Canada":MAILTO:nature@natureconservancy.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20190523T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20190523T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T090454 CREATED:20190515T192146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190520T172055Z UID:1712-1558605600-1558620000@ricelakeplains.com SUMMARY:Plugs for the Prairies: Hazel Bird Part 1 DESCRIPTION:Photo by Robert Britton\n\n\n\nHelp restore rare prairie habitat in the Rice Lake Plains! \nHistorically\, the Rice Lake Plains were covered with tall grass prairies\n and oak savannah\, which were dominated by massive black and white oak\, \ngrasses like big bluestem and switchgrass thrived and a diverse range of\n wildflowers blossomed. Today\, the oak savannah and tall grass prairie \nof the Rice Lake Plains are badly fragmented and overgrown with \nnon-native species. Help give this globally rare habitat a comeback by \nplanting native prairie species plugs on our Hazel Bird Nature Reserve. \n\n\n\nIf you’re interested in carpooling with other volunteers (driving\, or catching a ride) please click here. Happy travels! \n\n\n\nQuestions?Contact Val Deziel\, Coordinator\, Conservation Biology: Val.deziel@natureconservancy.ca URL:https://ricelakeplains.com/event/plugs-for-the-prairies-hazel-bird/ LOCATION:Hazel Bird Nature Reserve\, 4639 Robson Rd\, Baltimore\, Ontario\, K0K 1C0\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="Nature Conservancy of Canada":MAILTO:nature@natureconservancy.ca END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR