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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 2009-09-23, Page 28GENERA IND Page 28 - Goderich Signal -Star, Wednesday, September 23, 2009 Annual fall hike returns The Bannockburn Fall Hike has been a popular annual autumn tradi- tion for families and nature lovers for more than 35 years, according to De- nise Iszczuk, Conservation Education Technician with the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA). "Bannockburn Conservation Area is the perfect place to see autumn colours in natural surroundings," she said. The ABCA invites you to Bannock- burn Conservation Area any time be- tween 1 and 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 4, for the 36th Annual Bannockburn Fall Hike. The former Bannockburn Wildlife Area is located at 76249 Bannockburn Line, two kilometres north of Huron County Road 3, between Varna and Brucefield. "Bannockburn Conservation Area is very rich in species diversity, boasting six different types of natural commu- nities including a wet meadow, river systems, old field, marsh and forest," said Iszczuk. Plants found there in- clude highbush cranberry, ninebark, wild grape, goldenrod and many vari- eties of asters. Animals including rac- coons, woodpeckers, white-tailed deer and turtles, which are also abundant. ABCA staff will be on hand to an- swer any nature questions. A self - guided tour booklet is also available for those who like to explore on their own. Also available for the nature lov- er is a professionally narrated audio file, which can be downloaded free - of -charge from the ABCA web site at abca.on.ca. Free compact discs are also available. The guided audio tour interprets 13 points of interest throughout the two kilometres of trails. The audio file and new interpretive signs at Bannockburn Conservation Area were developed through a partnership effort initiated by the Friends of the Bayfield River, and funding partners, called the Walk a Mile Trail Information Project. The interpretive points -of -interest talk and digital audio player, pedometers for step counting and GPS units may be borrowed anytime of the year from the ABCA Administration Centre (RR#3 Exeter) for use at Bannockburn Con- servation Area. Participants can help reduce waste by bringing their own mugs to enjoy a complimentary drink of hot or cold apple cider. Also help yourself to a locally grown apple. Admission is free but donations are welcome to support conservation education efforts. For further details contact the ABCA at 519-235-2610 or 1-888-286-2610. Photo by Gerard Graces Giving thanks Saying thanks for a great contribution, Captain Tim Andrews of the Salvation Army presents Marylou Elliott, Brenda Shelton and assistant store manager Todd Stanbury of Zehrs a certificate of appreciation for donating more than $1, 800 dollars to the Sally Ann food -bank. The money was raised as part of a nation-wide Loblaws initiative, and accompanied more than 1, 000 pounds of food for the food bank. Call These Businesses For All Your Service Needs! FLOORING McMAHON CUSTOM FLOORING Take advantage of the Home Reno Tax Credit Now Refinishing Hardwood Floors Renew or Redo Your Floors FREE ESTIMATES John McMahon 519-482-7713 Jo GOT STUFF? NEED STUFF? The Classifieds bring together buyers and sellers every week. 120 Huckins St God•r$ h 524-2614 11111161111, Did You Know? Every penny that is given to our member agencies is put to work right hae in Huron County. YOU CAN HELP.. - g Kens oust 24-7 1 APPLIANCE & REPAIRING APPLIANCES • REPAIRS Service to All Makes Gas & Electric Authorized Service Centre for • Inglis 'Whirlpool • Admiral • Hotpoifit • Speed Queen • Simplicity • Electrohome • Air Conditioners • Litton Microwaves HOFFMEYER APPLIANCES Sales & Service 55 Kingston St., Goderich 524-7861 GOT GOOD NEWS? Read the... WANT GOOD NEWS? CARPET/LAYING & REPAIR Dhewter Crrpet SIP Tile w� 299 BAYFIELD RD., GODERICH 1-519-524-6141 - COMMERCIAL - - RESIDENTIAL - PLUMBING 8r HEATING For Service You Can Count on... T WORSELL Plumbing & Heating Ltd. Air Coneionhlg Residential A Commercial l45A Huron Rd, Godstich 524-7952 CONTRACTORS Excavating Inc. • Simon Derrick VanDriel VanDriel 519-482-3783 Of 1>r� r:. t,. Gravel. Sand, Stone Can as 1s ... Exna nlsrs, r.heats, Dears, W+.oklar, .ee. COMPLETE EXCAVATING ANew Spirit of Giving CARPENTRY DON BOSMAN CARPENTRY (FOR EXCELLENT Home RESULTS) -Additions Renovations -Fascia & Soffits -Decks -All types of Carpentry 519-440-515 DELI T ULH CARDINER'S MOVING SERVICES ...We deliver and move anything Targe or small FREE ESTIMATES 524-2421 TIRE SERVICE CARDINER'S TIRE SALES & SERVICE L • MICHELIN • GOODYEAR • FIRESTONE and many others * Farm * Fleet * Passenger * Fully Equipped Service Trucks * Rim Blasting and Refinishing (519) 5242118 Fax: (519) 524-7822 1-866-265-5783 393 Cambridge St. Goderich, Ontario N7A 2Y9