September 30th (Saturday) : Westmeath Park and Lac Dore
Leaders: Christian Renault, Dan Simpson.
Situated on the Ottawa River near Pembroke, Westmeath Park is a noted migration stopover for Nelson’s Sparrow and occasionally Le Conte’s Sparrow. Lac Dore, a fish-filled lake, regularly attracts many small gulls, grebes, and loons along with the occasional rarity. Meet 8:00 a.m. in Cobden at the Cobden Boat Launch.
Who should come? Field trips are for OFO members One guest is allowed if required. New birders and photographers are welcome.
Type of trip: Fall migrants.
Location and Directions: Cobden boat launch..
Public Transportation: n/a
Duration: Rest stops and coffee/lunch breaks will occur throughout the day.
Approximate Distance: Distances driven depend on local birding info at time of the trip.
Terrain: mostly flat but good footwear required.
Gradient: Flat, some difficult walking in search of rare sparrows.
Trail Surfaces: can be wet, muddy. Bring rubber boots and await leader's instructions re-footwear.
Accessibility: wet conditions possible.
Washrooms : Cobden.
Land Acknowledgement : We acknowledge today that we are on the unceded, unsurrendered Territory of the Anishinaabe Algonquin Nation whose presence here reaches back to time immemorial. We recognize the Algonquins as the customary keepers and defenders of the Ottawa River Watershed and its tributaries.
