Outdoor destination of 1100 acres of multi-use forested land in North Grenville. Trails, dog park, arboretum and more. Official account.
North Grenville, ON, Canada
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Join the North Grenville Indigenous Advisory Circle, Indigenous Leaders, Council, and members of the public, coming together in honour of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The event will take place on Saturday, September 30th, 1:00 pm in the Ferguson Forest Arboretum
We did it! Reaching the milestone of 1000 followers means that we have 1000 people and organizations to thank for being supporters of and ambassadors for the Ferguson Forest Centre Corporation's mission. 1/3
We are a non-profit corporation operating a social enterprise tree nursery, managing recreational and conservation lands in the Municipality of North Grenville. Our mission is to operate the tree nursery, utilizing profits to promote awareness of, and interest in, forestry 2/3
Events Alert! It's going to be a fabulous weekend at the Ferguson Forest Centre on September 16 and 17, 2023. As the community revels in these remaining days of summer and welcomes autumn, the Centre will wonderfully busy this weekend.
The @FergusonFriends Birds of Prey shows and the Kemptville Disc Golf Club tournament are taking place on Saturday, with the Terry Fox Run Kemptville on Sunday. Please bring your patience and understanding along with your eagerness to enjoy the outdoors!
Love horseback riding? Check out the designated trails in the Ferguson Forest Centre. Explore municipal and nursery roads within the Centre, as well as Link Trail, Settler's Trail and a new horseback riding trail. Dedicated parking for horse trailers included!
With the fabulous month of February almost upon us, winter is well and truly here for you to enjoy it in your own way. With forest trails, a toboggan hill, groomed multi-use trail and dog park, there is much to see and do. Join us in celebrating the invigorating beauty of winter.
ALT Photo of children on sled, winter birdwatcher, dog walker in the forest and cross country skier. Caption: Enjoy winter your way.
With new milestones achieved, partnerships developed, and existing collaborations strengthened, we thank our volunteers, partners and supporters for their immeasurable contributions. Together, we will continue to be an integral part of our community's sustainable future in 2023.
Winter doesn't mean an end to enjoying the outdoors. Prepare for your favourite activity and enjoy! A few simple tips can ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
@fergusonforestfriends #FergusonForestCentre #FFC
As we transition to winter, which includes rain or mixed precipitation, the ground may be in delicate condition. Please use care your activities until the ground freezes. The condition of the trails when the deep freeze occurs, is how we will have to navigate them until spring.
Bow hunting, authorized by the OMNRF, will take place in the Centre between November 14-19, 2022. Although bow hunting is north of the nursery and trails, visitors should remain on marked trails, always keep pets on leash, be visible and be aware of others in the area.
As we enter this season of remembrance, we invite you to visit Veterans Way Memorial Park and Veterans Way, sites which are registered in the National Inventory of Canadian Military Memorials. Join us for a moment of reflection with these living memorials. #WeRemember
We are proud of the work that the @tree_nursery does in afforestation, in collaboration with our conservation authority partners
#2BillionTrees #Afforestation #PlantATree
From seed to seedling and then off to grow a new forest. The process of afforestation all starts at the Ferguson Tree Nursery in Kemptville.
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Forest trails look different when you may be on the trails near dark. A few actions can ensure a safe, enjoyable excursion. Be visible and heard; be aware of your surroundings and use marked trails. Planning a longer hike? Take water and snacks, and other ‘just in case’ items.
Explore 22+km of trails: a blend of forest, meadow and wetlands in the heart of North Grenville. Views from the trail are spectacular at this time of year!
@FergusonFriends @North_Grenville @HikeOntario
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#FergusonForestCentre #FFC #OntarioTrails #Autumn
ALT Red, yellow and orange leaves on the forest floor with tall green trees
ALT Sunshine through green trees on a forest trail
ALT Wooden walking bridge on a forest trail
ALT Sign for Chickadee Trail in an autumn forest setting with yellow leaves on the trees and ground
Peak autumn day in the Ferguson Forest Centre, Chickadee Trail
#natureishereforyou #fergusonforestcentre #northgrenville #kemptville @FergusonFriends #ontariotrails #hikeontario
ALT View of tall evergreen trees from below, looking up, with adjacent deciduous trees with autumn colours