Category Archives: flora and fauna

Bird of the Month: Red Crossbill

Posted on November 1, 2023 by Friends of Murphys Point

As we move closer to winter, many of our birds in the park have left but there are a few hardy species that call Murphys Point home for the winter. For this bird of the month, we will be talking … Continue reading →

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Bird of the Month: Marsh Wren

Posted on October 1, 2023 by Friends of Murphys Point

This small brown bird with light breast and thin bill lives in marshes and can be seen hopping in and amongst the reeds. The scientific name (Certhia palustris) translates to leaping through marshy shrubs! Because they like to hide away … Continue reading →

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Register for Geoheritage Tour Today!

Posted on October 19, 2014 by Friends of Murphys Point

On Saturday, Oct. 25 we have our fundraising Geoheritage Tour. Those people who drive by rock cuts on the Canadian Shield on a daily basis will be astounded by their story and their up-close beauty. Same goes for the landscaped rocks … Continue reading →