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May 9, 2026: Spring Bioblitz
BTC is holding a Spring Bioblitz in the Caledon Hill section for budding to expert naturalists to participate in data collection needed for valuable conservation work. Your contribution will help identify species along the Bruce Trail, build an observation map, and provide data needed for evidence-based initiatives. We need volunteers with diverse interests to identify species across a variety of groups, including plants, birds, insects, fungi and more! Learn more and register.
May 14, 2026: Milkweed Seedling Planting and Periwinkle Removal
Members of the Biodiversity committee, BTC volunteers, environmental science students and the GAEA club at Orangeville District Secondary School will plant milkweed seedlings in our restorative meadow. We will also identify and record local and invasive species and remove invasive periwinkle.
May 14, 2026: Pine River parking lot natural restoration
The DHBTC Biodiversity Committee and BTC Ecologists are planting trees to restore the natural habitat around the perimeter of the recently established Pine River Parking Lot. Help us remove burdock plants and replace them with a variety of native tree species. Learn more and register.
May 15 and 25, 2026: Garlic Mustard Removal
Members of the Biodiversity committee, BTC volunteers and science students at Orangeville District Secondary School will identify and record local and invasive species and remove invasive garlic mustard.
June 6, 2026: American Chestnut Trees Management
DHBTC Biodiversity Committee and BTC Ecologists are conducting ongoing monitoring and maintenance of approximately 90 American Chestnut tree samplings planted in September 2024. Volunteers will assist DHBTC Biodiversity Committee members and BTC Ecologists to mulch, replace tree guards, and assess trees to determine survival rates. Some invasive species removal may be required. Learn more and register.
June 6, 2026: Spring Bioblitz
BTC is holding a Spring Bioblitz in the Beaver Valley section for budding to expert naturalists to participate in data collection needed for valuable conservation work. Your contribution will help identify species along the Bruce Trail, build an observation map, and provide data needed for evidence-based initiatives. We need volunteers with diverse interests to identify species across a variety of groups, including plants, birds, insects, fungi and more! Learn more and register.