The 206 acre Bluebird Ranch at the corner of McNamee and Wylie Roads behind the Carden Important Bird Area sign is for sale. This critical area needs protection. It is home to many grassland specialties. Here in 2006 Ontbirders saw and heard a Henslows Sparrow. Birders realize how important this property is because it welcomes us to Wylie Road and borders the Windmill Ranch to the north, protecting a large block of alvar habitat for birds.
The Couchiching Conservancy is having a fundraising dinner on Friday, June 24, 2011 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Carden Recreation Centre in Dalrymple near Kirkfield. Tickets are $50 per person and you will received a charitable receipt for $30. There will be a Silent Auction with a great prizes and fantastic entertainment. To reserve your spot, please contact The Couchiching Conservancy at 705-326-1620 for tickets. More information: http://www.couchconservancy.ca/images/indeximg/bluebird-ranch-fundraiser.pdf Please join us in supporting this vital purchase. We hope to see you on Friday evening. Jean Iron and Ron Pittaway _______________________________________________ ONTBIRDS is presented by the Ontario Field Ornithologists - the provincial birding organization. Send bird reports to [email protected] For information about ONTBIRDS visit http://www.ofo.ca/
