We are excited to share that Shaw Woods Outdoor Education Centre (SWOEC) will be welcoming us for our April Wilderness Walks. Located between Eganville and Pembroke, Shaw Woods features 14 km of beautiful trails, passing through a variety of old growth and mixed forest, ponds and wetlands. Owned and proudly preserved by the Shaw Family since 1847, the site includes 50 hectares of diverse old growth forest.
- Date: Saturday April 25th, 2026
- Time: 10:00am (Parking available on site)
- Location: Shaw Woods Outdoor Education Centre, 2065 Bulger Road, North Algona Wilberforce Township – Shaw Woods – Google Maps
- Admission: A small donation to support the work of CPAWS-OV and/or Shaw Woods Outdoor Education Centre is appreciated.
We will start on the West Trail where the Old Growth trail offers great opportunities to witness giant hemlocks, some over 200 years old. The East Side trail also includes a spectacular scenic lookout overlooking Shaw Pond where we could see some migrating waterfowl. SWOEC board members will also be on site to talk about Shaw Woods’ history and the important work of the Outdoor Education Centre.
Spaces are limited, reserve your spot now by contacting Jennifer at jhaughton@cpaws.org.
Outhouses are available at the parking lot. Trails are generally easy to moderate.
Please bring your own water and some personal snacks or a lunch.
There is also a beautiful Pine Pavilion on site to stop for breaks and snacks.
Please keep an eye out if there are any last-minute changes. We reserve the right to postpone the excursion in the event of inclement weather. Please check your email the evening of April 24th for any important updates.