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Directions to Owl Woods:
To reach the Owl Woods, turn left (east) at the four-way stop sign by the general store
and drive 3.4 kilometres along Front Road to the (seasonal) Marshall Forty-Foot Road. Marshall Forty-Foot Road is across
the road from house #2320.
Drive along Marshall Road to the mid-way point, where there is an "S" in the road (1.2
kilometres , look for the K.F.N. kiosk). Park in the gravel lane or off the road edge.
If the north way in is blocked by snow, proceed straight through the stop sign, and
down to the end of the Stella forty-foot road. Turn left onto South Shore road, and proceed to the south entrance, just
east of 2090 South Shore Rd.
Our thanks to Larry Neily for providing the map.
Owl Woods Etiquette
It is not neccessary to obtain permission to use the Owl Woods. However, the owners do ask that you stick
to the established pathways, and please do not damage the trees in an attempt to get a better look at the owls, as this destroys
their cover and they move on.
If you see people with loud children and/or dogs, please do not assume they shouldn't be there - the woods are
open to everybody, not just birders. The islanders are friends and neighbours of the owners and often a Sunday walk
with the family includes the Owl Woods.
If you bring sunflower seed, the chickadees will hand-feed, delighting your children, and helping you to find
owls!
The owners do not ask for money for upkeep. However there is a donation box near the feeders, placed by
one of the owners, in aid of the Amherst Island Men's group, which is raising money to establish a local museum, if you should
wish to contribute.
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