Our next meeting is Tuesday, February 7th - 8:00 pm at Grackle Coffee on Main St Schomberg.
Nature in the Heart of Our Village
The Dufferin Marsh
The Dufferin Marsh is a remnant feature of the Schomberg River and was isolated when the river was channeled in the 1800’s. Through natural processes and man made disturbances the old river bed developed into a marsh. The land was historically used for farming, and was bisected by the Schomberg and Aurora Railway in 1902. Through the years the Marsh has flourished despite adjacent development.
Winter Activities
Eighth Annual Community Skate and Bonfire
Join us on Saturday February 11th for our Eighth Annual Community Skate and Bonfire at the Marsh. We'll have hot chocolate, coffee and marshmallows to keep our spirits up. Held on the second Saturday of February, it promises to be a wonderful afternoon in the "out of doors". Join us between 3 and 6 pm. Hotdogs and marshmallows will be available for roasting over the fire and warm drinks will be served. Our delicious coffee is provided by Grackle Coffee Company (208 Main Street, Schomberg). Dress warmly and bring your skates. We hope to see you there. As with all skating events in the Marsh, the event will be dependent on safe ice conditions. Check back here for ice updates in early February. |
Trillium Grant
We're happy to announce that we've been selected to receive a grant from the Trillium Foundation. As you know, the Dufferin Marsh is surrounded by development, and is under constant stress and environmental pressure. The grant will help us to complete a background study and build an adjustable weir at the outflow of the southern portion of the Marsh. This is a one year grant of $12,800. Our thanks to the Trillium Foundation. |
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Questionnaire
We are trying to determine the future direction of the Dufferin Marsh Committee, and we would like your help. Recently, we put together a questionnaire. It was mailed out to those on our mailing list, and hand delivered to residents of the new Mason Homes subdivision adjacent to the Marsh.It is also available to all visitors to the website. Please take a moment and fill it in. No muss, no fuss, and no stamps!