‘Being a well-prepared naturalist, my back-pocket notebook and pen came into play as each property was passed by,’ columnist says of recent jaunt
The City of Orillia has a myriad of parks: a couple on the shore of Lake Couchiching while others are scattered as tiny green spaces sprinkled within residential areas. Having grown up in Orillia, I have had the opportunity to visit most of these tree-filled areas of refuge, either to enjoy the playground or sit under the large shade trees.
A few days ago, I took the time to explore a park I have overlooked as I felt it couldn’t offer much in the way of nature viewing: Progress Park. (Spoiler alert: If you are an Orillian and are reading this, I see you smiling ruefully.)
Progress Park is situated in the south side of Orillia, and while many people visit it daily, it is not a recreational destination. This chunk of land is a…
