Blue Springs Scout Reserve
Blue Springs Scout Reserve has
- Blue Springs Camp, Ebor Park Camp & Camp Blue Heron)
- Open fields, marshland, swamps and grasslands,
- Training /conference centre facilities
- Several buildings throughout the camp for group use
- Outdoor facilities- to support your program or program kits
- Nature at its best (i.e., Blue Springs and Goose Pimple Pond)
- A four seasons camp
Emplacement:
Directions to Blue Springs Scout Reserve:
considered the “HUB of ONTARIO
- five major routes to follow from
1 Toronto (GTA)
2 London, Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge
3 Hamilton, Burlington, Niagara Region
4 Guelph
5 Georgetown, Acton
Contact:
14009 - 6th Line,
RR#1, Acton, Ontario
L7J 2L7
Activités environnementales proposées:
Blue Springs Scout Reserve is:
- In the possession of prime wetlands (MNR, class 1-3), Grand River Conservation Authority Planning Department, published May:01:2001.
- Environmental group study process includes assessment, recommendations and further studies in the following areas:
- Stream
- Wildlife
- Waste Management
- Significant Native Plants
- Well situated with close access to the Bruce Trial and the historic Niagara Escarpment(designated as a United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) a World Biosphere Reserve)
Programmes Environnement disponible:
Blue Springs Scout Reserve program includes:
- Nature Centre check out the Biological Inventory-
- Three Nature Trails
Blue Trail, in the Wetlands on the Boardwalk in Camp Blue Heron
Yellow Trail, a re-growth area in Camp Blue Heron
Orange Trail, the Wetlands area of Blue Springs & Ebor Park Camps
New Trail, under development
- Habitat offers “The Uniqueness of Carolinian Canada”
- Radial Trail abandoned rail line provides access to the Niagara Escarpment & Bruce Trail
- Self Guided Nature Kitsfrom one hour to day long activities
- Program Resource Centre geared to youth and adults
Organisation et Possibilité environnementale du centre :
Blue Springs Scout Reserve policy:
As Blue Springs Scout Reserve is in the possession of prime wetlands (MNR, class 1-3), Grand River Conservation Authority Planning Department, published May:01:2001.
Implemented nature and environmental polices that encourage:
- Non-destructive or degrading use of the land and it’s resources
- Environmental ethics including increasing wildlife habitats and diversity
- Opportunities for both Scouts and Leaders to learn and practice conservation
Principales réalisations:
Blue Springs Scout Reserve enjoys:
- Additional program offerings- Climate Change, LNT (Leave No Trace), Spirit Walk
- Increased adult training
- Ambassador & Volunteer Ranger programs
- Artificial Nesting Structures, Management Plan w/ Ducks Unlimited Canada
- Improved operating position
Objectifs pour le futur:
Blue Springs Scout Reserve will:
- Re-certify using NEW Canadian Standards
- Act upon recommendations of Grand River Conservation Authority
- Additional offerings to support youth and leaders (focused program specific)
Langues Utilisées au centre:
ENGLISH
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