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WYE MARSH Eco-Pioneers Energy Conservation
Fair
Receive free drinks, complimentary
lunch, free compact Florescent Light Bulb
 Midland,
Ontario- The Wye Marsh continues to provide leading
environmental education to Ontario and Simcoe County residents.
In conjuction with Ontario’s Ministry of Energy Community
Conservation Initiative, Wye Marsh is hosting the Eco-Pioneers
Energy Conservation Fair on Saturday, February 23rd from 10:00
am to 4:00 pm. Fair visitors will have the opportunity to
step back in time 200 years, and explore products and habits
that can help them reduce their energy use and carbon footprint.
Local exhibitors will be on hand to display their energy saving
products and appliances, while engaging speakers and movies
on renewable energy and renovation tips will be featured in
the Blue Room. The pioneer theme will feature crafters, weavers,
wandering minstrels and lunch items.
Attendees will receive a free compact fluorescent light bulb,
are encouraged to lug-a-mug for a free coffee or juice, and
lunch is also included. A suggested donation of only $5.00
per person provides participants entrance to the fair and
all Wye Marsh exhibits and walking trails.
A FREE shuttle bus service is being offered with pick-ups
in Midland, Penetanguishene, Port McNicoll, Victoria Harbour,
and Waubaushene. Visit www.wyemarsh.com
or call 526-7809 for scheduled stop information. (Schedule
is included below for media wishing to publish)
This event will be an exciting mix of energy saving ideas
and family fun! The fair has been generously funded by the
Ministry of Energy’s Community Conservation Initiative
(CCI) Program. For more information on CCI visit: http://www.energy.gov.on.ca/index.cfm?fuseaction=conservation.community
Ontario’s Wye Marsh is leading the way
in developing interactive environmental activities appealing
to the increased tourist demand for ecological friendly experiences.
“Behind The Scenes” programs range from a behind
the scenes look at the Trumpeter Swans, Birds of Prey to a
canoe eco-tour deep into the Wye Valley wetlands, to interactive
days such as the recent World Wetlands Day.
For more information or to become an exhibitor contact Denise
Brophey, Marketing and Communications Coordinator at (705)
526-7809 Ext. 220.
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