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.Iast five ’years, .f important role in program selections in the provincial parks in

feasterngprince.Edward Island. Qwish to know more about the world we live in and what can be done

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With an increased foCus placed on environmental issues in the( ,the park naturalist has an increasingly

Both locals and tourists alike

'to minimize harmful effects to our environment.

i;whefe are several displays in the "NaturaliSts Corner" at' fBrudeneIliRiver Provincial Parks Aetivity Centre_including an __M'arthropOdficollection and certain animal skills and different ‘_ types of shells:andpobjects.found on our ISland-beaches. w' are displayed :stressing everything from effective forest fl‘managementy*to exactly.how to prepare and enjoy shellfish.

Posters

Also

‘”available?are brochures and pamphlets on Prince Edward Island

“includingiinfOrmation on our different types of flora and fauna.

,MAquariums are an displaY'containing Eastern Spotted Newts and

udfamphipods,’=periwink1es and various algae from the Brudenell "‘Riverf°”The display area that catches the most attention is the

W‘hystuffed animals_representing types found throughout PrinCe.Edward

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‘”;;;s1and such as mink, Great Blue Heron, Red Fox and COmmon Loon.

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“i‘PérhapsTthe most important parts of the natural programming in

;;parks east are activities done with visitors. ,gfwhethheyiare actually taking part in activities and not just Ineaa‘ihg about them.

‘ “include the guided WildfloWer Garden Trail Walk,

*DiséOvery, Junior'Naturalists Scavenger Hunt, Canoe Hike, Nature

.t and Our Environment, and Mother Natures Secrets. .

People learn best

Programs are for both young and not so young _Shoreline

fNature and Our.Environment involves a walk along the shore and ...f§h¢7f0fest to demonstrate the importance of forest management and- '. pollution control. jvaribfis nature orientated activities like making bird_feeders and fafiuariums.t‘sThe;Canoe Hike is a leisurely paddle along the 'Brfidenell River with a stop on the beach for a cook-out where hot

Mother Natures SeCrets introduces children to

dogs and cultured mussels are enjoyed. ‘ ‘ '

,Finally, a play called "Marshland Encounters" is performed once a week. Costumed characters are both humorous and informative in regard to .the contents of our productive marshlands. Participants in all» activities at Our. eastern parks are encouraged to bring their own cups, plates, etc. when food and drink is being served, to reduce the amount of plastic and paper being used. ‘ ' '

Whether you.are young or adult, an Islander or a tourist; come and explore our naturally entertaining parks east!~

Cathy J. Jackson Naturalist - Parks East‘