Celebrating Natural Connections event at Hodges Pond (media release, October 11, 2022)
The Upper Thames River Conservation Authority (UTRCA) is hosting a Celebrating Natural Connections event at Hodges Pond in Woodstock on Saturday, October 15!
This free event will include: Birds of Prey shows by the Raptor Conservancy, species at risk display, guided hikes led by Woodstock Field Naturalists and UTRCA staff, kids’ activities led by Oxford Early ON, Wildlife Gardening, a nature art activity, and more. A new section of trail will also be officially opened to commemorate the efforts of frontline workers during the pandemic.
- Date: Saturday, October 15
- Time: 10 am to 2 pm
- Location: Hodges Pond, 504918 Old Stage Road, Woodstock
“We’re excited to be working with our community partners to plan a day of fun outdoor activities at Hodges Pond, a place we know people have appreciated visiting during the pandemic. We will also showcase the newly installed trail bridge over Cedar Creek and the opening of a new trail segment on the east side of the creek,” says Brad Hertner, UTRCA Community Education Supervisor.
Celebrating Natural Connections commemorates the efforts of frontline workers during the COVID-19 pandemic and celebrates the natural spaces that are so important for our physical and mental health. Local artists and municipalities are involved in the events, as well as hiking, naturalist, and angler clubs.
Go to www.thamesriverevents.ca to see the complete list of Celebrating Natural Connections events taking place across the Upper Thames watershed. This project is funded in part by the Government of Canada.