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Frink Conservation Area

44.27878 , -77.34411

Canada

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The introductory text should contain general information about the site, which may include for instance:
• geographic/ biogeographic location
• habitat and vegetation
• typical bird species/bird communities
• protection status
• land use and history
• importance for birdwatching

Coordinates were set by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) : 44.2788/-77.3441 (2021-05-23 10:53:44 )

Site name was set by Mathias Ritschard (Admin) as "Frink Conservation Area" (2021-05-23 10:53:44 )

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  • Top species

List up to ca. 25 species that:
• have a limited distribution range and/or are rare on a global level
• are most sought-after by birdwatchers at this site
• and are relatively easy to see at this site (year-round or seasonally)

Canada Goose (Branta canadensis)
Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos)
Virginia Rail (Rallus limicola)
Sora (Porzana carolina)
American Bittern (Botaurus lentiginosus)
Least Bittern (Ixobrychus exilis)
Green Heron (Butorides virescens)
Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias)
Merlin (Falco columbarius)
Eastern Phoebe (Sayornis phoebe)
Golden-crowned Kinglet (Regulus satrapa)
Marsh Wren (Cistothorus palustris)
Wood Thrush (Hylocichla mustelina)
Purple Finch (Haemorhous purpureus)
Nelson's Sparrow (Ammospiza nelsoni)
Swamp Sparrow (Melospiza georgiana)
Red-winged Blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus)
Rusty Blackbird (Euphagus carolinus)
Northern Waterthrush (Parkesia noveboracensis)
Yellow Warbler (Setophaga petechia)
Pine Warbler (Setophaga pinus)

Eastern Phoebe (Sayornis phoebe) was added by Tom Wheatley (2021-07-29 21:33:26)

Northern Waterthrush (Parkesia noveboracensis) was added by Tom Wheatley (2021-07-29 21:33:06)

Rusty Blackbird (Euphagus carolinus) was added by Tom Wheatley (2021-07-29 21:32:29)

Canada Goose (Branta canadensis) was added by Tom Wheatley (2021-07-29 21:32:17)

Mallard (Anas platyrhynchos) was added by Tom Wheatley (2021-07-29 21:32:01)

Merlin (Falco columbarius) was added by Tom Wheatley (2021-07-29 21:31:23)

Purple Finch (Haemorhous purpureus) was added by Tom Wheatley (2021-07-29 21:30:48)

Yellow Warbler (Setophaga petechia) was added by Tom Wheatley (2021-07-29 21:30:20)

Wood Thrush (Hylocichla mustelina) was added by Tom Wheatley (2021-07-29 21:29:57)

American Bittern (Botaurus lentiginosus) was added by Tom Wheatley (2021-07-29 19:21:05)

Red-winged Blackbird (Agelaius phoeniceus) was added by Tom Wheatley (2021-07-29 19:20:44)

Pine Warbler (Setophaga pinus) was added by Tom Wheatley (2021-07-29 19:20:10)

Swamp Sparrow (Melospiza georgiana) was added by Tom Wheatley (2021-07-29 19:19:40)

Golden-crowned Kinglet (Regulus satrapa) was added by Tom Wheatley (2021-07-29 19:19:21)

Great Blue Heron (Ardea herodias) was added by Tom Wheatley (2021-07-29 19:18:22)

Green Heron (Butorides virescens) was added by Tom Wheatley (2021-07-29 19:18:03)

Sora (Porzana carolina) was added by Tom Wheatley (2021-07-29 19:17:41)

Marsh Wren (Cistothorus palustris) was added by Tom Wheatley (2021-07-29 19:17:19)

Least Bittern (Ixobrychus exilis) was added by Tom Wheatley (2021-07-29 19:16:57)

Virginia Rail (Rallus limicola) was added by Tom Wheatley (2021-07-29 19:16:40)

Nelson's Sparrow (Ammospiza nelsoni) was added by Tom Wheatley (2021-07-29 19:11:52)

  • Timing and strategy

In Spring check for migrant forest & marsh birds.

In Summer hike the Marsh boardwalk for Virginia Rail, Marsh wren and the shy Least Bittern. 

In Autumn, Nelson's Sparrow is somewhat regular along  the Marsh boardwalk from 21 September to 15 October.

In winter look for finches in the conifers and check the feeders for common resident birds. 

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Edited by Tom Wheatley on 2021-07-30 21:52
In Spring check for migrant forest & marsh birds. In Summer hike the Marsh boardwalk for Virginia Rail, Marsh wren and the shy Least Bittern. Bittern.  In Autumn, Nelson's Sparrow is somewhat regular along  the Marsh boardwalk from 21 September to 15 October. In winter look for finches in the conifers and check the feeders for common resident birds. 
Edited by Tom Wheatley on 2021-07-29 19:47
In Spring check for migrant forest & marsh birds. In Summer hike the Marsh boardwalk for Virginia Rail, Marsh wren and the shy Least Bittern. In Autumn, Nelson's Sparrow is somewhat regular along  the Marsh boardwalk from 21 September to 15 October.  October. In winter look for finches in the conifers and check the feeders for common resident birds. 
Edited by Tom Wheatley on 2021-07-29 19:16
In Spring check for migrant forest & marsh birds. In Summer hike the Marsh boardwalk for Virginia Rail, Marsh wren and the shy Least Bittern. In Autumn, Nelson's Sparrow is somewhat regular from 21 September to 15 October.  In winter look for finches in the conifers and check the feeders for common resident birds. 
  • How to get there

Located at 381 Thrasher Rd, Plainfield, Ontario. 

Travel north of Belleville along Highway 37, turn east (right) onto Thrasher Rd to #381 Thrasher Rd. 

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Edited by Tom Wheatley on 2021-07-29 19:25
Located at 381 Thrasher Rd, Plainfield, Ontario.  Travel north of Belleville along Highway 37, turn east (right) onto Thrasher Rd to #381 Thrasher Rd. 

Open Dawn til Dusk every day of the year.

Many hiking trails through forest and  popular Marsh boardwalk. 

Parking is $5 per vehicle paid through Mackay pay App. Alternatively, phone Quinte Conservation for a $50 one-year pass accessible for most Quinte Conservation Areas.

(613) 968-3434

Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

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Edited by Tom Wheatley on 2021-07-29 19:59
Open Dawn til Dusk every day of the year. Many hiking trails through forest and  popular Marsh boardwalk.  Parking is $5 per vehicle paid through Mackay pay App. Alternatively, phone Quinte Conservation for a $50 one-year pass accessible for most Quinte Conservation Areas. (613) 968-3434 Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Edited by Tom Wheatley on 2021-07-29 19:35
Dawn til Dusk every day of the year. Many hiking trails through forest and  popular Marsh boardwalk.  Parking is $5 per vehicle paid through Mackay pay App. Alternatively, phone Quinte Conservation for a $50 one-year pass accessible for most Quinte Conservation Areas. (613) 968-3434 Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Edited by Tom Wheatley on 2021-07-29 19:30
Parking is $5 per vehicle paid through Mackay pay App. Alternatively, phone Quinte Conservation for a $50 one-year pass accessible for most Quinte Conservation Areas. (613) 968-3434 Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
  • Other attractions

- Marsh boardwalk. 

- Extensive trail system. 

- Maple Sugar Shack (early Spring)

- School groups and families welcome.

- interesting flora and fauna including a variety of fungi and mushrooms.

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Edited by Tom Wheatley on 2021-07-30 21:53
- Marsh boardwalk.  - Extensive trail system.  - Maple Sugar Shack (early Spring) - School groups and families welcome.welcome. - interesting flora and fauna including a variety of fungi and mushrooms.
Edited by Tom Wheatley on 2021-07-29 20:01
- Marsh boardwalk.  - Extensive trail system.  - Maple Sugar Shack. Shack (early Spring) - School groups and families welcome.
Edited by Tom Wheatley on 2021-07-29 19:46
- Marsh boardwalk.  - Extensive trail system.  - Sugar Shack. - School groups and families welcome.
Edited by Tom Wheatley on 2021-07-29 19:31
- Marsh boardwalk.  - Sugar Shack. - School groups and families welcome.

Student cubicles for school groups.

Signage about flora and fauna.

Year round portable toilets. 

Map signage.

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or near this site, including:
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• catering
• accommodation
• hides and watchtowers
• restrooms / toilets

Edited by Tom Wheatley on 2021-07-29 19:45
Student cubicles for school groups. Some signage on Signage about flora and fauna. Year round portable toilets.   Map signage.
Edited by Tom Wheatley on 2021-07-29 19:39
Student cubicles for school groups. Some signage on flora and fauna. Year round portable toilets. 

Popular with school groups during school hours.

Dogs must be leashed, but this rule is rarely followed. Bring a big stick and prepare to protect yourself from careless dog owners. 

Birding is optimal early morning or near dusk.

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instance, these may include:
• offenses like robbery or theft
• natural hazards
• dangerous or annoying animals or plants (mosquitoes, leaches, thorn bushes, etc.)
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Edited by Tom Wheatley on 2021-07-30 03:02
Popular with school groups during school hours. Dogs must be leashed, but this rule is rarely followed. Bring a big stick and know how prepare to use it. protect yourself from careless dog owners.  Birding is optimal early morning or near dusk.
Edited by Tom Wheatley on 2021-07-29 20:00
Popular with school groups during school hours. Dog's Dogs must be leashed, but this rule is rarely followed. Bring a big stick and know how to use it. Birding is optimal early morning or near dusk.
Edited by Tom Wheatley on 2021-07-29 19:44
Popular with school groups during school hours. Dog's must be leashed, but this rule is rarely followed. Bring a big stick and know how to use it. Birding is optimal early morning or near dusk.
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