According to the UN, March 21st is the International Day of Forests – a day to celebrate and raise awareness of the importance of all types of forests. The theme for 2020 is Forests and Biodiversity. “This is a great opportunity to remind people about the benefits of forests in general and the role Ferguson Forest Centre plays in supporting them,” said Wes Herring, Vice-President of the Ferguson Forest Centre Corporation (FFC). “And with this year being the 20th anniversary of the Centre as a social enterprise, we’ve got lots to celebrate.” The Ferguson Tree Nursery is the revenue-generating side…

Celebrating its 20th Anniversary in 2020, the Ferguson Forest Centre Corporation volunteer Board held its annual elections for executive officers on February 25th.   Re-elected were Carl Doucette (President), Wes Herring and Carl Cannon (Vice Presidents), and CEO Ed Patchell (Secretary). Andre Rancourt was elected as Treasurer. Ferguson Forest Centre is 1100 acres of multi-use forested land located in the Municipality of North Grenville. The Centre boasts walking and hiking trails, snowmobile and skiing trails, an arboretum, dog park, children’s areas and a waterfront park with a picnic shelter and canoe and kayak launch dock. The Centre is governed by…

On behalf of the Ferguson Forest Center Corporation Board, President Carl Doucette, and Vice President Wes Herring, extend an invitation to all members of the Ferguson Forest Center Corporation and members of the public to attend the Annual General Meeting to be held on February 5th at 7pm. The AGM will take place at the Ferguson Nursery Boardroom located at 275 County Road 44 in Kemptville. Inquiries can be directed to Carolyn Rayfield who can be reached at 613 258-0110, ext 230.

Welcoming you to the newest addition to the Ferguson Forest Centre are Wes Herring (L) and Carl Cannon (R), members of the Ferguson Forest Centre Board of Directors. The pergola is part of the long term vision for the arboretum and provides an opportunity for people to peacefully sit and take in the beautiful environment. Built with native white cedar it is located at the southern end of the Arboretum just across the road from the Dog Park. The Ferguson Forest Centre Arboretum is a learning, activity and contemplation area for public use and enjoyment.