Waskahegan Trail Association

Twenty people came out to hike the Cloverlawn section of the trail. This section has long been a favourite for its unique features and amazing views. The hike on this day was made extra special because the landowner hosted us for lunch!

Here are just a few of the photos. You’ll find many more on our Flickr album.

Thank you Mrs. Fisher for the great food and splendid hospitality. We had a wonderful time!

Thanks also to Martha M. for scouting and leading the hike, and to all the landowners for their continuing permission.

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Fourteen people came out to hike the trail in the Ministik Bird Sanctuary from Spilstead road to Horseshoe Lake. It was an easy walk on a well-used path with views of ponds and marshes at almost every turn.

As the hike continued, the weather got warmer into the mid-20s. It was the warmest day so far this year. The trees and bushes were just starting to sprout their leaves. But among all the vegetation, the new greenery on the gooseberry bushes and the twining honeysuckle vines were the most conspicuous.

Still visible are abandoned bird’s nests and a squirrel’s drey.

On the return, we carefully stepped through the mossy bog under the canopy of towering white spruce, past the labrador tea, sphagnum moss, and club moss (lycopodium).

Thanks to Helen for scouting and leading the hike. You can find more photos on Flickr.

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