DRCC partners went on an Eco Adventure hosted by Windsor Adventure Inc. to Peche Island on June 21 2017. The group included representatives from the DRCC, Environment and Climate Change Canada, the Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, Friends of the Detroit River, DRCC PAC, Essex Region Conservation Authority, and individuals who are actively involved in restoring the Detroit River.
Peche Island marks the upper Detroit River and the entrance to Lake St. Clair. The island is just under 100 acres and was purchased by Hiram Walker in 1883. The property acquired by the City of Windsor from the Province of Ontario in 1999. The island is a naturalized park with walking trails that The island can only be accessed by boat, canoe, kayak or SUP. For anyone who visits Peche, they can experience significant cultural, historical and natural heritage unique to the area and the Detroit River.
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The DRCC would like to especially thank Windsor Adventure Inc. for sending us on our Eco Adventure to Peche Island!
