The surrounding forest is dotted with pristine lakes and creeks, providing habitat for many birds and animals, including deer, black bear, wolves, coyotes, moose, beaver, otter and several fish species. It is a mixed-wood forest, dominated by aspen and spruce, with stands of birch, pine, tamarack, black poplar, black spruce and fir trees. There are a wide variety of native herbaceous plants and shrubs, many of which are edible and useful for medicinal purposes. Much of the area’s forest has been marked by fire over the years, providing for a return of carbon to the sandy soils and rejuvenation of the ecosystems.

The Ness Creek Site is in many ways ‘on the edge’. It borders the west (the wild) side of Prince Albert National Park and is situated on the threshold of two watersheds – the Churchill River and the North Saskatchewan River systems. Big River was also the ‘last stop’ on the railroad line, making the area a true gateway to the north.

We believe that connecting people to the natural and cultural wonders of the Boreal forest fosters personal growth and reflective learning while encouraging respect for this great ecosystem that requires stewardship and protection in our province.

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