Located in Orwell, Prince Edward Island Canada, the Macphail Woods Ecological Forestry Project combines protection of the natural area along the streams with wildlife enhancement, forest stewardship, watershed protection, environmental education and ecological research. The sale of native trees and shrubs from our nursery helps fund many programs, including a children's program, school tours and talks, guided walks, breeding bird survey and plantings at schools, on community land, for forest restoration, and within riparian zones.A supplement to our homepage. A mix of environmental news and information, commentary and photos from around the homestead, the woods and around Prince Edward Island.
Workshop on Growing Native Plants
Submitted by Gary on Sun, 09/06/2009 - 09:44.In light of the growing interest in native plants across Prince Edward Island, the Macphail Woods Ecological Forestry Project will be hosting a new workshop on native plant propagation on Saturday, September 12. The workshop begins at 10am at the nursery on the Sir Andrew Macphail Homestead in Orwell.
Riparian Workshop at Macphail Woods - August 22
Submitted by Gary on Sun, 08/16/2009 - 07:50.With fish dying in streams and high nitrate levels in our water becoming regular events, Islanders will have a chance to learn more about improving the health of our waterways. On Saturday, August 22, Rob Sharkie will lead a workshop on Improving Riparian Zones at the Sir Andrew Macphail Homestead in Orwell.
Workshop on the Plants of PEI
Submitted by Gary on Mon, 08/03/2009 - 05:59.In celebration of Island flora, biologist Kate MacQuarrie will be sharing her love of plants at Macphail Woods on Saturday, August 8. Kate will be walking the nature trails of the Sir Andrew Macphail Homestead in Orwell, starting at 10 am at the nursery. She will point out common and uncommon species of flowering and non-flowering plants. Wildflowers, ferns, club mosses, shrubs - all these and more will be part of the discussion and identification.
Macphail Woods hosts forest restoration workshop
Submitted by Gary on Sat, 07/25/2009 - 17:29.Are you looking for alternatives to clear-cuts and plantations? Do you want other ideas on how to improve your woodland? This weekend’s walk at the Macphail Woods Ecological Forestry Project will help answer many of your questions. On Sunday, August 2, Gary Schneider will host a “Forest Restoration” slide show and walk on the grounds of the Sir Andrew Macphail Homestead in Orwell. Activities begin at 2pm in the Nature Centre.
Tree and Shrub Identification Workshop Saturday, July 18
Submitted by Gary on Sat, 07/11/2009 - 12:24.The public is invited to a workshop on native trees and shrubs sponsored by the Macphail Woods Ecological Forestry Project on Saturday, July 18. Led by forest technician Ruth Richman, the workshop will focus on all things related to native woody plants. It begins at 10am at the nursery on the Sir Andrew Macphail Homestead in Orwell.
