Perth in Lanark County, Ontario — Central Canada (North America)

ecoPerth Forest

Come experience the natural beauty of

Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., October 7, 2022

1. ecoPerth Forest Marker

Inscription.

This "forest in the making" was planted in 2002 with a variety of ash, oak, pine, walnut, butternut, spruce, dogwood and hackberry. As the trees grow, the understory will continue to evolve from a grass lawn to a forest floor ecosystem.

These indigenous species are already providing shelter and homes for wildlife including songbirds and rabbits. Wander through the forest and imagine what it will look like in 5, 10 or 25 years...

Erected by Heritage Perth.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Environment. A significant historical year for this entry is 2002.

Location. 44° 53.981′ N, 76° 14.815′ W. Marker is in Perth, Ontario, in Lanark County. Marker is at the intersection of Drummond Street East and the east bank of the Tay River, on the right when traveling east on Drummond Street East. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 27 Drummond Street East, Perth ON K7H 1E8, Canada. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Thousands of Years of Algonquin Homeland (within shouting distance of this marker); International Friendship Fountains (about 90 meters away, measured in a direct line); 50th Anniversary of the World's Largest Cheese (about 90 meters away); St. George Hotel (about 90

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meters away); Weigh Station (about 90 meters away); Perth, A Unique Blend / Perth un mélange exceptionnel (about 90 meters away); The First Canal/ Le premier canal Tay (about 90 meters away); By Barge and Bateau / Par barges et chalands (about 90 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Perth.

Also see . . . Here’s looking at you, Perth! (The Millstone, 2014). (Submitted on October 13, 2022, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.)

ecoPerth Forest and Marker image. Click for full size.

Photographed By William Fischer, Jr., October 7, 2022

2. ecoPerth Forest and Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on October 13, 2022. It was originally submitted on October 13, 2022, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania. This page has been viewed 61 times since then and 2 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 13, 2022, by William Fischer, Jr. of Scranton, Pennsylvania.