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2003 Events
Wednesday, February 26
PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS ON TAYLOR MASSEY CREEK
Thirty-eight hardy souls braved one of the coldest nights of the year
to hear presentations from City staff on how the Wet Weather Flow
Master Plan will be applied to Taylor Massey, the new Ravine Bylaw, and
regeneration priorities for Taylor Creek Park.
Saturday, April 12
5TH ANNUAL FODE TODMORDEN MILLS CLEAN-UP AND BBQ
Thirty-four members of FODE, the Todmorden Mills Wildflower Preserve,
the East York Players, and others cleaned up the site to get it ready
for this year's visitors. Drop by anytime to walk the trail or view the
wetland from the observation deck.
Wednesday, April 23
PROTECTING THE URBAN CANOPY
Twenty-seven people discussed the results of FODE's Trees Count
inventory and the need for greater protection of the urban canopy.
Major comments included the need for a municipal Trees Bylaw and
improved information to encourage homeowners to plant and maintain
trees on private property. FODE Board to develop a more formal position.
Saturday, April 26
SCARBOROUGH BOY SCOUT CLEAN-UP IN TAYLOR MASSEY CREEK
About 20 people, including members of the Scarborough 97th scout troop,
did a spectacular job cleaning up the eastern side of about a kilometer
of the top of bank trail and its edge, from Underwriters Road north to
Lawrence. Thanks to all who participated!
Saturday, May 3
GOULDING ESTATES PLANTING AND MAINTENANCE SPRING DOUBLE
Thirty people planted 100 shrubs near the 1997 Migratory Songbird
Habitat, upon which a few FODE members performed some required
maintenance.
Sunday, May 4
TAYLOR MASSEY COMMUNITY CLEAN-UP and BBQ
Seventy people pulled 33 shopping carts, 31 tires, sundry chairs, sofas
and other material, as well as countless bags of garbage, out of Taylor
Massey from Foxridge up to the railway line, followed by a community
BBQ at Janet and Harry's home. Great job guys.
Wednesday, May 21
THE CITY'S NEW PESTICIDE BYLAW, ORGANIC GARDENING, AND INTEGRATED PEST
MANAGEMENT
Unfortunate timing that coincided with debate during City Council kept
turnout extremely low, but allowed for an open exchange of ideas by the
small gathering sitting in a circle.
Sunday, May 25
NEIGHBOURHOOD WALK THROUGH PINE HILLS CEMETERY
A mail-out sponsored by Pine Hills and the entertaining commitment of
Head Arborist Jack Radecki ensured a wonderful morning walk by 24
people on the nature trail and through an impressive 10 acre woodlot,
seeing many of the cemetery's 200
species and 17,000 trees. Did you know there are blue trees?
Sunday, June 1
BIRDING WALK THRU WARDEN WOODS WITH GREG SADOWSKI
A chilly morning and a brisk wind kept the turnout of both humans and
birds low, but increased the camaraderie and enjoyment of the 18
committed souls who took part. Catch us again next year!
Saturday, June 21
CROTHERS WOODS WALK
Thirty-eight participants walked through Crothers and down to the new
Beechwood wetlands, led by Keri Mcmahon of City Parks and Recreation.
Saturday, June 21
CROTHERS WOODS WALK
Thirty-eight participants walked through Crothers and down to the new
Beechwood wetlands, led by Keri Mcmahon of City Parks and Recreation.
Sunday, July 6
LOST RIVER GARDEN TOUR
Forty-four gardening enthusiasts participated in the combined FODE /
North Toronto Green Community walk starting at Jackman School, where
families have already created 5 of a total of about 9 gardens to help
naturalize the school yard and provide hands-on learning for the
children.
Saturday, August 16
THE DON VALLEY BRICKWORKS TOUR
FODE's Tom Brown lead a group of 54 people on a fascinating tour of
industrial, geological, and natural heritage tour of the Brickworks, in
partnership with Heritage Toronto. Hopefully, this will become an
annual activity and you can catch us next time around.
August 25
FUNDRAISING DINNER
The Bow and Arrow Pub / Neighbourhood Pub Group / Creemore Springs
A sell-out! Forty people dined on the fabulous food at the pub, swilled
free Creemore, and contributed about $2,000 to FODE. Our thanks to the
sponsors, esspecially Bob Desautel, for a fine time had by all.
Saturday, October 18 at 10 am
PLANTING IN FARLINGER RAVINE
Twenty-two people planted 200 trees and shrubs in Farlinger Ravine,
overlooking Taylor Massey Creek.
Saturday, October 25 at 10 am
FAMILY TREE IDENTIFICATION WALK
A cold and grey morning kept the crowd to about 12, but
we had a great time and all received a tree identification booklet
prepared specially by tour leader Michael Dennison from the Todmorden
Mills Wildflower Preserve.
Saturday, November 1 at 10 am
REGENERATION OPPORTUNITIES IN TAYLOR CREEK PARK
Long-time FODE members Paula Davies and Stephen Smith led a walk to
help identify special locations requiring protection and areas for
future regeneration. About 30 people participated at various stages of
this long and wonderful walk.
Sunday, November 16, 6-9 pm
TENTH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING At Todmorden Mills
Over 50 people attended the 10th annual! Awards were provided for the
5th annual Another Yard for the Don program; Annual Reports
were provided by the Chair and the Treasurer; a new Board was elected
for 2003-2004; and Chris Winter provided an address on the Ontario
Smart Growth Network. A special anniversary publication, Celebrating
the Don, by FODE journalist Jurgen Braunohler, was also provided.
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