Join the Ontario Farmland Trust this fall for our Butternut and Native Tree Planting Event at Bourgeois Farm in Tiverton!
Together, we’ll help restore and care for the natural areas of the farm by planting native trees and other woody species, spreading native plant seeds, and supporting the regeneration of Butternut, a species at risk in Ontario.
Local Butternut restoration partners from the Historic Saugeen Métis and Forest Gene Conservation Association will join us to help plant Butternut seeds near the Butternut trees already identified on the property.
No prior experience is required. Everyone is welcome, whether you’d like to participate in planting or simply want to join to learn! Participants are encouraged to wear weather-appropriate clothing, sturdy footwear, and bring water, lunch, sunscreen, and insect repellent. Light refreshments will be provided.
Details:
Date: Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Location: Bourgeois Farm; 2 Alma St., Tiverton, ON
Schedule:
9:30 AM: Registration
10:00 AM: Butternut Education
10:30 AM -12:45 PM: Planting
1:00 PM: Closing
Registration
The event is free to attend! Click here to register and secure your spot.
By registering for this event, you authorize the Ontario Farmland Trust (OFT) to photograph, film, and/or record you during the event. These images and recordings may be used by OFT for promotional, educational, and communications purposes, including on our website, social media channels, newsletters, annual reports, and other printed or digital materials.
If you do not wish to be photographed or recorded, please notify an OFT staff member at the event.
To get involved at Bourgeois Farm as a volunteer, please complete the Volunteer Inquiry Form or reach out to Rachel at [email protected].
A big thank you to Bruce Power for supporting this event.
