Clean-up of Hyla Park– Canada’s Premier Amphibian Sanctuary!

Nature Trust of New Brunswick held its Annual Hyla Park Clean-up on August 25, 2009.  The sunny afternoon turned into a perfect relaxing evening for a clean-up in the park.  In addition to the frogs and mosquitoes, several volunteers attended to support the Nature Trust in their efforts to keep Hyla Park clean. City of Fredericton contributed to the clean-up by removing the collected garbage and posting “No Dumping” sign. 

Hyla Park is home to seven of nine species of frogs and toads that exist in New Brunswick.  In the past, the park has been subjected to considerable environmental degradation and disturbance.   Although the situation has improved, vandalism and a removal of rare plant species are still common in the park. 

Hyla Park is located on the north side of Fredericton (150 Greenwood Drive) or off the Gibson walking trail and it is open year round to visitors.  The network of trails winding around several ponds within the eight hectare park offers a perfect opportunity to see some of New Brunswick’s featured amphibians.  If you are interested in visiting the park on your own time, please take in consideration and be respectful to Fredericton’s unique amphibian park.

The Nature Trust of New Brunswick would like to thank to Harold Boone, City of Fredericton and our volunteers for continuous support to make Hyla park a cleaner place.