Join Ontario Nature to celebrate the launch of the Ontario Reptile and Amphibian Atlas (ORAA), a 10-year community science initiative, through an in-person guided hike at Cawthra Mulock Nature Reserve (CMNR). This nature reserve is less than an hour from Toronto and is home to many species of reptiles and amphibians, including various turtles, frogs, salamanders, and snakes.
At this event, you will learn about reptile and amphibian ecology, habitat, and conservation through the lens of the ORAA. Ontario Nature staff will lead you through the diverse habitats of CMNR in search of reptiles and amphibians. You will also learn how to contribute to community science using iNaturalist and have the opportunity to view printed copies of the ORAA.
This event is generously supported by the TD Friends of the Environment Foundation and the Hodgson Family Foundation.
Meeting Location: The meeting location will be in the parking lot of Cawthra Mulock Nature Reserve.
Directions using Google Maps. Cawthra Mulock Nature Reserve is located just north of Newmarket.
The nature reserve can be accessed by travelling north on Bathurst Street from Green Lane/Millers Side Road. The nature reserve is the second driveway on the left (west) side at 18462 Bathurst Street and is marked by a green and white Ontario Nature sign.
To Bring: We will be running the event in areas with ticks. Please wear long pants, long sleeves, and closed-toe shoes. Rubber boots are recommended, if possible. Please also bring a re-fillable water bottle and snacks.
Weather: This event will run rain or shine. If there is heavy rain on the day of the event, a portion of the event will occur indoors. If there is severe weather, the entire event will occur indoors.
Banner photo © Joe Crowley.
