by Claire Theijsmeijer | May 30, 2020 | Uncategorized
Attached is a document that is guiding the Friends of Malclmson in our current restoration projects. We are going to be planting and installing demonstration plots in the prairie. We are trying to figure out the best way to deal with the invasive species in the...
by Claire Theijsmeijer | May 27, 2020 | Uncategorized
Some interesting crop circles as well as planted trees and shrubs showed up in the park this morning in the tall grass area to the right of the main entrance. A few of the Friends of Malcolmson Eco-Park were busy this morning physical distancing and planting some...
by Claire Theijsmeijer | May 19, 2020 | Uncategorized
We hope everyone is staying safe during these unprecedented times. The park and parking lot is open again and with the weather warming up please be respectful of the park and those using the park. Physical distancing is the new normal, please be aware of this when...
by Claire Theijsmeijer | May 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
You may see some of the Friends of Malcolmson Eco Park around cleaning up this invasive species. Toxic chemicals produced by the root interferes with the growth of native species, and they also seed and spread very quickly. Attached is an information sheet from...
by Claire Theijsmeijer | Apr 21, 2020 | Uncategorized
This Earth Day is not the usual, due to COVID-19 and social distancing. We are not able to celebrate at Malcolmson. Please continue to celebrate at home with your household. Make your celebration your own by: planting a garden, or a tree, or turning off the lights for...
by Claire Theijsmeijer | Mar 23, 2020 | Uncategorized
With the nice weather and many not able to work the park has seen quite a few visitors; if you are visiting the park please use social distancing when passing others. Also be considerate and keep dogs on leash and pick up there droppings so everyone can enjoy the...
by Claire Theijsmeijer | Mar 20, 2020 | Uncategorized
EVENT CANCELLED DUE TO COVID-19, NO RESCEDULED DATE Claire Theijsmeijer – Malcomson Eco Park Native Plants Key Speaker at Niagara Native Gardening ClubChurch of Christ, 4900 John Street, BeamsvilleContact if attending: vernah.fleming@hotmail.com,...
by Claire Theijsmeijer | Mar 16, 2020 | Uncategorized
BOTH EVENTS CANCELLED DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC Earth Day Celebration – Native Plant and Tree Sale Volunteer Activities Day. Guided Birding Walk Led by the Peninsula Field Naturalists at 9 am. Mothers Day Plant – Native Plant and Tree Sale Volunteer...
by Claire Theijsmeijer | Mar 10, 2020 | Uncategorized
Due to COVID-19, we have made the decision to postpone the event until a later date. Please check back for updates. Date to be determined in the near future.
by Claire Theijsmeijer | Mar 8, 2020 | Uncategorized
The NPCA awards were held at the West Niagara Agricultural Center Fairgrounds in Grassie this year. The awards event was well attended by many volunteers and groups from the Niagara region. This was my first time attending the awards and I was amazed by the many...
