Copeland Forest welcomed members with warm temperatures and her finest display of fall colours on October 15th. Thanks once again to Horseshoe Resort for the venue and the delicious Barbecue. Continue reading Warm Temps and Fall Colours draw a crowd to the Fall Fair
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The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry will be conducting trail repairs that include the installation of culverts on one of the main Copeland trails.
The location of this repair work is the main trail between Parking Lot 1 and Parking Lot 2 (see our map for these locations). Continue reading Temporary Trail Closure for Repairs
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A new map of the major trails in the Copeland Forest is now available to help people enjoy the Forest. Over 50 new signs enable users to see where they are on a map.
The map and signage are a project of the Copeland Forest Friends Association. In the public consultations leading to the formation of Copeland Forest Friends, we heard repeatedly that people were getting lost in the Forest. The new maps and signage will help you locate yourself in the forest and get you back to the main parking lots.
The signs and maps are very user-friendly and we hope will make for a more enjoyable and safe experience for all in the Forest. Frequently Asked Questions about Copeland Forest Maps and Signage.
The printed map/brochure is printed on tear-resistant, water-repellent paper and is free to all members of the Association. You can purchase a copy for $2 at these locations:
A special thank you to the volunteers of the Copeland Forest Friends Association, particularly the trails committee. The trails committee members are: David Kennedy, Andrew Doble, Neil Craig, Ted Greatrix, Bob Marshall, Dave Lord, and Sandy McLoughlin.
This project is one of the key activities included in the 2016 work plan approved under the Memorandum of Understanding between the Association and the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forests. The Association looks forward to continuing to assist the Ministry with the management of the Forest.
This project would not have been possible without the financial support of Casino Rama’s Community Cares Program. The Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority provided GIS work for the map. The trails were mapped by the District Office of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry and updated by the CFFA. Thanks to Horseshoe Resort for its support of the project.
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We have some exciting news that just came in. The Copeland Forest Friends Association 2016 Work Plan has been approved by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry.
The 2016 Work Plan is part of a three year plan focusing on trail management and ecology and sustainability. The key objectives are to:
This year the key projects include:
Stay tuned for news about the map and signage plans. Requests will be going out to members for volunteers to help install the signs and work on the trails. It’s going to be a busy and exciting time!
The signage project is being proudly supported by Casino Rama Resort.
Thanks to the board and the trails committee for all the work to develop this project
-David Kennedy, Copeland Forest Friends Board President.
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Horseback riders were granted an extra gift this year, when we were able to ride in the Copeland Forest all through the fall and almost up until Christmas, due to the lack of snow (with the exception of a couple of snowfalls that melted quickly). Continue reading Gifts and Responsibilities
The Copeland Forest Friends Board had a lot to celebrate at their first meeting since the launch October 3rd. One was signing the MOU with the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forests, which Mary Anne Greatrix is holding up here. Mary Anne is the Board’s Secretary, and holds one of the Member-at-Large seats on the Board.
