UNDERSTANDING ITS ROLE IN OUR FORESTS November 13th, 20257:30PM – 8:45PMElora Centre for the Arts (Gallery Space) Are you concerned about the surge in global forest fires? Want to understand how we got here and what role forests, ecology, culture, and past management practices play? Then this talk is for Read more…
Join us for a two-hour guided forest walk and mead tasting at Wicket Welly Farm in Belwood. Explore forest ecology, sustainable woodlot management, and the cultural history of our forests while enjoying locally crafted mead.
Join us in honouring the 2025 Centre Wellington Tree of the Year! The winning tree will be announced in mid-September, so stay tuned for the reveal! In the meantime, mark your calendars for Saturday, September 27, 2025, to honour this year’s remarkable tree with a special celebration! Enjoy light refreshments, Read more…
On a sunny September 21, about 40 friends, family members and tree lovers gathered at the home of Peter and Donna Wilson on Provost Lane to celebrate the 2024 Centre Wellington of the Year – an amazing Northern Red Oak tree which is at least 130 years old. The tree, truly a landmark, Read more…
That’s a wrap! Thanks to everyone who participated this summer. Special thanks to the Centre Wellington Community Foundation for funding this successful pilot program. Details for next summer to follow.
Join us on a walking tour and get to know some of the wonderful trees that grace our community. On this self-guided tour visit trees used for masts, medicine and music. See seeds shaped like golf balls and cigars. And meet a tree that gives squirrels extra treats every few Read more…