Maintaining our
wooded heritage for
future generations.
      N 43° 21.598'
      W 81° 683'
      Elev. 1064 ft.
Javascript must be enabled for proper viewing of this website.



Reader
Feedback





Next Meeting
Sunday
May 6, 2012




Facebook

NOTICE... Woodlot Temporarily Closed To Visitors

During the latter part of January and the month of February, logging operations will be conducted within the Sawyer Preservation Woodlot. In order to ensure a safe and efficient work site, the woodlot will be closed to visitors during that time.

The timber harvest is actually a culling operation to remove some of the larger substandard trees. This will reduce tree crowding and provide growth encouragement, in particular for the higher quality specimens. A healthier woodlot will be the result.

As soon as the logging operation has been completed, the woodlot will reopen for the enjoyment of all.



The Sawyer Preservation Woodlot Association acts as a "trustee and guardian" for a 28.61 acre wooded tract located in rural southwestern Ontario. The mandate is to manage the property so Autumn Colours as to maintain the richness and diversity of the species within its boundaries and to encourage and promote stewardship of the declining wooded areas of this country. In so doing, the property is maintained as a demonstration woodlot and conservation area where the public is welcome.

The woodlot often hosts organized visits ranging from school children to the "Back Road Tours". Abundant flora and fauna attracts a broad spectrum of individuals -- conservation specialists -- the serious nature lover -- those simply wishing solitude. Each visit will provide a new experience. Every day is different -- each season presents its own offering. Wildlife abounds. Residents and transients; common and rare. Each encounter provides that tingle of excitement as one takes in what nature has to offer.





Sawyer Preservation Woodlot Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Woodlot located at Fullarton, Usborne boundary foresight of Otis Sawyer

Legacy Stone

On Sunday, September 27, 2009, the SPWA and guests celebrated 20 years of stewardship of the property known as The Sawyer Preservation Woodlot. The focus of the day was the unveiling of the Legacy Stone -- a monument and plaque honouring Otis & Gladys (Selves) Sawyer for their dedication in fostering woodlots for future generations.

The guest speaker was Dean Rob Gordon, of the Ontario Agriculture College of the University of Guelph, who opened eyes by outlining the impact that trees & woodlots have on our environment. To view his notes as handed out at the presentation, click here.

Please click here to view the Mitchell Advocate newspaper article on the event.




Trail Damage:  A Plea ...
Trail Damage
Trail Damage These photos show some trail sections in the lower wetlands area. As you can see, considerable damage has been done to this very sensitive component of the woodlot.

We respectfully request that ATV operation be restricted to trails that are firm and dry.
Trail Damage


Update ...
Since the above plea was posted, we have had great co-operation. Our trail conditions have significantly improved. Thanks everyone.





Have you recently visited the Saywer Preservation Woodlot? If so, please let us know about your experiences. A form is provided for that purpose on our Contact page.


Farm Zone Weather
Farm Zone Weather – Sawyer Woodlot Area

Local Weather Radar
Local Weather Radar - Exeter

Counter