2008-05-07 21:43:29 - Wye Marsh Canoe Eco-Tours start on the Victoria Day holiday weekend with early bird and twilight trips into the 3000 acre wetlands in the Wye Valley. Morning and twilight eco-tours start on the Victoria Day weekend Saturday May 17 at a cost of $50 per person and last three hours. Groups of four or more can arrange for special custom tours.

Groups of four or more can arrange for special custom tours. www.wyemarsh.com/ecotours.html
The eco tours are available for both novice and experienced canoeists. All of the tours are interactive and visitors help by paddling one of the spacious eight-person canoes into the most remote areas of the marsh. Wye Marsh naturalists will interpret the workings of wetlands and

explain the problems associated with wetland management while keeping you up-to-date on the latest research undertaken by marsh. Visitors go behind the scenes into the world of woodland and wetland research by getting into the thick of things during the springtime when new life is cropping up everyday. By learning the tips of tracking and birding, you will discover some of Ontario's most interesting animals and birds who can only be found deep in the cells of this wetland paradise. This adventure could bring you face to face with forest creatures such as Beavers, Deer, Trumpeter Swans, a variety of duck species and more.
For all of the trips visitors will need: Water, snack, binoculars, insect repellent optional and weather appropriate clothing, sturdy shoes or hiking boots.

Visitors wanting to book on the day trip eco-tours on specific date should see the Wye Marsh Calendar for specific tours or check with the Wye Marsh by calling 705-526-7809, www.wyemarsh.com/ecotours.html
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Editors' Notes:
Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre www.wyemarsh.com is located 35 minutes northwest of Barrie Ontario in the heart of Southern Georgian Bay's Historic Resort Destination in the Wye Valley, in Midland Ontario. The Centre continues to provide outdoor experiences and environmental education for school groups, Scouts and Guides, and international visitors. The centre is open year round, seven days a week, allowing seasonal outdoor experiences in the winter, spring, summer and fall.

Media wishing to write travel stories on Ontario's great outdoors at the Wye Marsh should contact Denise Brophey (705) 526-7809 to arrange for dates and times.