Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM through March 31, 2027
Volunteer Opportunity: Passport to Nature Event Support
TTLT's Passport to Nature program is an incredible opportunity for everyone to explore and connect with nature, including event volunteers. We rely on the invaluable support of volunteers to help make every experience safe and enjoyable for everyone. Experience a variety of nature topics and activities alongside participants while exploring and getting to know TTLT nature reserves on a deeper level. Main responsibilities include: welcoming participants and introducing TTLT and the Passport to Nature program (provided in writing), signing participants in and having them sign the event waiver/photo permission form, taking photos throughout the event, and making sure no one gets left behind.
If you're interested in joining the Passport to Nature event support crew, please sign up here to support one or more events: https://signup.com/go/gdgVpNJ
Carpooling options will be made available where possible if you would like to volunteer but do not have access to a vehicle. Please let us know at the earliest convenience.
Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Volunteer Opportunity: Community Wildflower Gardening
The Auzins Community Wildflower Garden at Hawk Cliff Woods South is a demonstration site for native plant gardening. It is also a source of seeds for people who want to grow native plants in their own gardens. Join us in the garden to learn about native plants and to help maintain the space (primarily weeding and keeping the trail clear). We supply gloves, kneeling pads, and tools, but feel free to bring your own!Registration Required
Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Wardsville WoodsPassport to Nature: Creative Inquiry
With Jamie Vojvodin at Wardsville Woods
Registration RequiredCreative Inquiry focuses on observing and noticing nature in dynamic ways, with guided prompts and opportunity for conversation about what and how everyone notices. Participants will use a small notebook and a pen (not pencil, to encourage unfiltered and imperfect observation) to complete a variety of inquiry-based artistic documentary exercises. Let your curiosity and creativity flow as you explore nature with paper and pen.
Registration is required and spaces are limited. Event may be subject to change or postponement due to unforeseen circumstances. Directions and additional information will be provided at time of registration.
Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Volunteer Opportunity: Meadow Seed Collecting at Hawk Cliff Woods
Join us at Hawk Cliff Woods - North to collect seeds in the meadow. We'll be collecting seeds from a range of native wildflowers and grasses to use in restoration projects, to plant at our community wildflower gardens, and to make seed packets to share at community events. All are welcome as we'll provide training in seed head identification during the event. No knowledge, experience, or equipment is needed to join in on the native seed collecting fun! Feel free to take seeds home to use in your own garden or restoration project. Registration Required
Saturday, October 03, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Talon Trails (North Middlesex)Talon Trail Races
Welcome to the Talon Trail Races, in partnership with BackRoads Brews + Shoes!
Discover one of Southwestern Ontario's hidden trail systems as you wind through mature forests, river valleys, technical singletrack and scenic countryside along the Ausable River. Whether you're chasing a new challenge, racing for a podium, or enjoying a walk through nature with friends and family, Talon Trail Races is designed to be an unforgettable fall trail running experience.Participants can choose from four unique distances designed to suit a range of abilities and goals. The signature 26 km point-to-point course will offer a rewarding journey through diverse and scenic terrain taking runners from Mystery Falls to Joany’s Woods. For those looking for shorter distances, Joany’s Woods will host three looped options: a 3.3 km walk, a 7.7 km walk/run, and a 11 km run combining both loops. These routes all begin and end at the same main gathering area, creating an energetic and welcoming atmosphere for participants and spectators alike.
Every registration supports local conservation!
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE & REGISTER!