Sedges

What they reveal about the landscape and WHY We care

Anyone who has done a biological study of the land will know that sedges (grass-like plants) can reveal secrets of the soil. Although they visually blend in with other plants, sedges are beautiful in form and function. And when it comes to ‘reading the landscape’ sedges can provide you with a amazing insights. 

Join naturalist/writer David Hawke for a presentation and guided hike at the Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre. Using the Wye Marsh herbarium as a base, David has designed a unique way to easily identify the sedges of Simcoe County.

Where: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre, 16160 Hwy 12 E, Midland

When: Sunday, June 15th, 2025, from 1:30 – 3:30 Noon

How much: $35 + HST per person

Ages: 16+

Registration Required: Using Eventbrite

About the Instructor:
David Hawke is a local Nature Writer, Wildlife Photographer, and Environmental Consultant. Working at Wye Marsh  in his youth, he helped install our Osprey nest platforms!

Refunds:
o With LESS than 3 business days notice – 50% refund
o With MORE than 3 business days notice - Ticket refunded minus the Eventbrite fee