Sunday, April 21
Leader: Dana Latour
Co-leader : Tony Latour.
Meet 8:30 am at the east end of the Hullett Provincial Wildlife Area in Huron County. The parking area is located at the west end of Bridge Road when you turn west off Kinburn Line (County Road 15). See details below. We will search the Hullett marsh for migrating waterfowl and early spring passerines. Boots are recommended for the marsh and a scope is very useful. Bring your own snacks and drinks.
Type of Trip: Migrant waterfowl, passerines, photography.
Location and Directions: Google Maps link:
https://www.google.ca/maps/place/43%C2%B036'56.6%22N+81%C2%B026'11.4%22W/@43.615717,-81.4374991,364m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x0:0xe64f28d85f944bf3!7e2!8m2!3d43.6157168!4d-81.4364942
Coordinates: 43.615722, -81.436500
Public Transportation: None.
Duration: 8:30 a.m. — 1:00 p.m.
Approximate Distance: Distances hiked in Hullett depend on local conditions. Driving distances within the Hullett marsh area will be about 10-15 kms.
Accessibility: A variety of mostly flat habitats including forest and marsh. Trails are unpaved. Wet conditions are possible.
Land Acknowledgement: We acknowledge that the Chippewa, Odawa, Potawatomi, known as the Anishinaabeg and the Lunaapeewak, inhabited these lands at the time of the written treaties, these being: Treaty #2; Treaty #7; Treaty #25; Treaty #29. We also acknowledge the earlier Indigenous people who travelled these lands prior to 1790 in the time of the Wampum treaties. It is through their connection with the spirit of the land, water and air that we recognize their unique culture, traditions and values. Today, we are part of the land that sustains all life, and it is the sacred responsibility of all people to ensure that the environment remains protected.
About OFO Field Trips
OFO strives to create an inclusive, comfortable and enjoyable experience for all. Trip leaders are volunteers who generously offer their time to share their knowledge and passion for birds with others. Most OFO trips are suitable for beginner birders. Please let the trip leaders know if you are new to birding when you arrive.
Code of Conduct and Code of Birding Ethics: Participants are expected to review OFO’s Code of Conduct and Code of Birding Ethics before the trip.
Cancellation Policy: Space is limited so please cancel your registration if you cannot attend. If you need to cancel your registration on an outing, please go to the Events Registration page at https://ofo25.wildapricot.org/events. If you are registered for an event, you will see "Already registered" on the left side of the brief outing summary. Click on this, and you will see a button you can click to CANCEL REGISTRATION.
Transportation: All participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from the field trip. Public transit information, if available, is included in the trip description.
What to Bring: Dress appropriately for the weather and wear sturdy, closed toe footwear. Bring ID and health card, water, a packed lunch for longer trips, and money for park entrance and ferry fees. Depending on the season, sunscreen, insect repellant and a topical insect bite treatment such as Afterbite or Benadryl are recommended.
Loaner Binoculars: Email fieldtrips@ofo.ca if you require loaner binoculars. We will do our best to provide a pair.
Leaving Early: Trip leaders understand that not everyone will be able to stay for the duration of the trip. If you must leave early, please inform the trip leaders before you go.
Rest Stops and Lunch Breaks: Trip leaders will include rest stops and lunch breaks but if you require additional rest stops, please inform the trip leaders, so they can accommodate your request.
Safety and First Aid: Trip leaders are volunteers. They are not trained in first aid and cannot provide medical help in the case of an accident or administer medication. When driving, please follow the rules of the road. Exercise caution when parking on the side of the road and getting out of your car.
Accessibility: OFO aims to provide accessible birding trips which are welcoming and enjoyable for all. If you have any questions about the trip, or require accommodations, please contact the trip leaders in advance by emailing fieldtrips@ofo.ca. Please allow a few days for a response.
If you have any questions or concerns, email fieldtrips@ofo.ca.
