Few places in Ontario can match the diversity of nesting birds in the Carden Alvar – a mosaic of grasslands, shrubs, forest and wetland mid-way between Orillia and Lindsay. In spring, Carden is alive with the songs of over 150 species of breeding birds, making it a mecca for birders from across the province.
But many birds are in trouble, especially grassland species such as the endangered Loggerhead Shrike. Bobolinks and Meadowlarks have been designated as threatened. Carden Alvar is a stronghold for these species.
That’s why I am taking part in with my team, in the 10th annual Carden Challenge on May 22 and 23. The Challenge raises crucial funds to protect the habitats of threatened birds on the Carden Alvar through the work of The Couchiching Conservancy.
That is why team Couch Potatoes, made up of Monte Hummel, Ron Reid, Luke Hewitt and Tanya Clark are heading out on the Carden Plain in search of as many bird species as possible. Our team is taking part in the Competitive bird category.
Please considering supporting our team - your gift goes a long way in protecting and caring for the species and habitat on the Carden Alvar!
