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Lobb Trail, Mushroom Hike, guest expert Dr. Jennifer McDonald

  • Bayfield River Valley Trails Bayfield, Ontario Canada (map)

This is a beautiful well-groomed trail with several riverside locations, gentle hills, scenic rest stops and some heritage interpretation plaques. There is also a Carolinian forest with flora and fauna typical of this type of habitat. Note that this was to be the Mushroom Hike, but our local mycologist Dr. Jen McDonald is no longer in the area.  This hike open to all.  The meeting point is at the intersection of Maitland Line and School House Road.  Take HWY #8 north of Clinton towards Holmesville.  Turn right on to Sharpes Creek Line. Turn right on to Maitland Line; map at https://ontarionaturetrails.com/trail/lobb-trail/.   For those who wish to carpool, meet at the gazebo in Clan Gregor Square at 1.30pm.  Masks will be mandatory for car poolers.  This moderate difficulty hike will be 7 km and last about 3 hours.  The trail is well marked but with some steep inclines, rough spots or obstacles.  Wear sturdy shoes, bring water, andheck weather report to dress accordingly.  Dogs on leash welcome. Hike leaders are George Ebers and Ralph Blasting.  For more information call George at 519-482-7572.