Bridgeview C.A. Petrolia!

I had a chance to rediscover Petrolia's Bridgeview Park this week. It has been several years since I last walked the trails and many improvements have been made. This covered bridge was constructed as part of a Federal Government funded project in the 1980's.

The trails are well groomed and 6 feet wide! Most trails are complete, but once all sections are finished, there will be approximately 6 kilometres of trails! There are many turns in the meandering trails which are bounded by Bear Creek, and the Petrolia Discovery. 

A few historical plaques tell some history of this area.

We enjoyed the bird and butterfly populations, including watching a Green Heron who rested for a bit.

Today was only the second time I have seen a Tawny-edged Skipper. It is a local resident in Ontario and can be found in open grassy habitats.

A pair of Delicate Cycnia Moths mating on some milkweed. They are members of the Tiger and Lichen Moths. Members of this family have a "tymbal organ" which uses a thin membrane to produce ultrasonic countermeasures against the echolocation system of bats (their chief predator).  https://www.cirrusimage.com/moth_cycnia_tenera/

Lots of suitable habitat to raise a young family of White-breasted Nuthatches. 

A youngster is being fed some lunch!

Look at that proboscis sipping nectar!

Many species of flowers are available for thirsty Skippers! 

Bridgeview is an enjoyable place to explore nature!