The Enriching Benefits of Natural Trail Systems

Frogs, Toads and Salamanders
Several species of amphibians inhabit the fen. Both frogs (Ranidae) and toads (Bufonidae) are numerous, visible and audible, but often we are not aware of the salamanders (Salamandridae) – including newts and mud puppies. They are seldom seen or heard as they are active mainly at night.

Ticks: A Guide for Trail Enthusiasts

43 species of ticks are now found in Ontario.

NEW TO GEOCACHING?

Have you ever heard of geocaching?
Are you interested in trying this fun family adventure?

Before starting, please ensure you have a GPS or a smartphone. We recommend downloading the Geocaching® app and then signing up on Geocaching.com to gain access to various fun tools and maps to help you select and find your cache on the trails.

AMPHIBIANS

Frogs, Toads and Salamanders
Several species of amphibians inhabit the fen. Both frogs (Ranidae) and toads (Bufonidae) are numerous, visible and audible, but often we are not aware of the salamanders (Salamandridae) – including newts and mud puppies. They are seldom seen or heard as they are active mainly at night.