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Green Feet Ecosystem Services
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  • About us
  • Aerial Imaging
    • Aerial Imaging
    • UAS Platform
    • The Team
  • Project Support
  • Seasonal Services
    • Seasonal Services
    • Healthy Landscapes
    • Native Plant Rescue
  • Contact Us

Seasonal Services

Enjoy ecosystem services, one season at a time

Winter = Dogsledding

Spring = Fresh Wild Foods

Spring = Fresh Wild Foods

Ecosystem Service Provided: Recreation

Spring = Fresh Wild Foods

Spring = Fresh Wild Foods

Spring = Fresh Wild Foods

Ecosystem Service Provided: Food

Summer = Healthy Landscapes

Fall = Preserved and Fresh Wild Foods

Fall = Preserved and Fresh Wild Foods

Ecosystem Service Provided: You decide!

Fall = Preserved and Fresh Wild Foods

Fall = Preserved and Fresh Wild Foods

Fall = Preserved and Fresh Wild Foods

Ecosystem Service Provided: Food

Winter = Dogsledding

    We don't actually own any dogs

    Find out more about our kindof innovative dogsledding setup

    chill out ;) Here's how we do

    Dog training and exercise

    Dog training and exercise

    Dog training and exercise

    If you have a husky, husky X, or just a super energetic pup whose driving your family crazy in our service area, check out how we can help you AND your canine athlete

    Rides and Tours

    Dog training and exercise

    Dog training and exercise

    This is your bucket list central and keep in mind, we do still operate through trades so you can still enjoy coming out with us

    Education and Workshops

    Dog training and exercise

    Education and Workshops

    We suck at doing formal presentations on this stuff, so we try to step up our education by getting you involved in the work

    See where we go, right here

    Cost?

    Rides

    Costs are Per Person. If you or someone in your group is planning to drive a sled, expect that 15 minutes of setup time will be in instruction. Kids 12 and under 20% off price/person. Max 4 people for trips 2hr and above. Trades for service available at equal dollar values if you REALLY want to come out but cost is a major, insurmountable issue. Contact us for additional details.

    1hr

    150

    This ride is for the folks who just want to get out to check dogsledding off their bucket list, test out how dogsledding feels, grab some photos, or are just curious to see what its all about. Includes 1-2hrs running, including 15 minutes for set up and meeting the dogs. Kids 12 and under, $120/kid

    2hr

    250

    For 2hr rides, we have a bit more flexibility in the locations we head to, and the setup for the sleds. Expect to spend a minimum of 2-3hrs out running with the dogs with about 1/2hr for setup, especially if someone is also driving a sled. Kids 12 and under, $200/kid

    Half Day

    450

    A half day is a lot more flexible as far as trails and variety of scenery goes and gets you approximately 3-4hrs out on the trails (Always includes hot chocolate and snacks for the trail for both people and dogs). This tour takes you to some of our favorite spots in all of Bruce and Grey counties! Kids 12 and under, $320/kid

    Full day

    Contact us!

    This one is for the hardcore enthusiasts. It involves leaving early and coming back late. It involves snacks and stops along the trail, breaks for dogs, and maybe a fire to warm up some food along the trail. This one can be combined with overnight stays at one of our host partner locations as well. 


    Group Tour Packages

    1-2 people ride out on a sled at the same time. Maximum 8 people.All ages welcome. 2 Hours of fun. Cost includes 2 sleds, 2 hrs of rotations around a central location, including rest time for dogs. Contact us to discuss the super fun packages we design each season :)

    Fields and Farm Package: Port Elgin, Ontario (Waymore Natural Farms)

    750

    • Family rides on 2 sleds on circuits
    • Circuits are run across beautiful farm and forest landscapes in a private location
    • Lots of time for helping with harnessing, learning to drive sleds, meeting and playing with dogs, and learning about dogsledding
    • Best for snowy conditions

    Great Lakes Shoreline: Tiverton, Ontario (near Brucedale Conservation Area)

    750

    •  Family rides on 2 sleds or wheeled rigs/rickshaws on circuits
    • Circuits are run across shoreline/forest landscapes in a remote location along the lake huron shoreline
    • Lots of time for helping with harnessing, learning to drive sleds, meeting and playing with dogs, and learning about dogsledding
    • Best for snowy OR no snow conditions

    Eden Springs Package: Paisley, Ontario (Eden Springs Campground)

    850

    •  Family rides on 2 sleds on circuits
    • We bring you by dogsled to a private area by the Saugeen river
    • Campfire pit is available for family members to cook on
    • We supply hot chocolate and marshmallows
    • Lots of time for helping with harnessing, learning to drive sleds, meeting and playing with dogs, and learning about dogsledding
    • Best for snowy conditions

    Hippy Package: Markdale, Ontario (New Earth Estate)

    850

    •  Family rides on 2 sleds on circuits
    • Circuits are run throughout private lands to ponds, trails, based from a tipi village 
    • Campfire pit is available in tipi for family members to cook on
    • We supply small snacks from the bed and breakfast
    • Time for helping with harnessing, learning to drive, meeting the dogs, and learning about dogsledding
    • Best for snowy conditions
    • *Though this is a pretty cool site, this package is NOT intended to represent Traditional Indigenous Culture in any way shape or form*

    Chiefs Point, Saugeen/Zhaaganaan First Nation reserve area

    950

    •  Family rides on 2 sleds or rigs/rickshaws on circuits
    • We work in collaboration with members of the Saugueen First Nation to have some prepared traditional foods by a campfire
    • Run doggies around the trails
    • Stories of the reserve can be told by the campfire
    • Time for helping with harnessing, learning to drive sleds/rigs/wheels, meeting dogs, and learning about dogsledding
    • Best for snow OR no snow
    • Any extra 'Tips' for this package (recommended) go straight to the families that support this package 

    Big huge group rides or events

    Contact us

    For much larger events (>20 people who might be looking for a ride, just contact us to arrange

    Workshops and demos

    500

    Outdoor, hands on, education


    Exercise and training

    This is for the dogs or the super enthusiastic dog owner. Trades for services at equal dollar value available for discounts.

    Introductory training and orientation (for dogs or owners)

    75

    1hr session, includes harness training, equipment training, socialization, and instruction

    Training Runs! (for dogs)

    38

    Can last anywhere from a 30 minute run early in the season to full days out on the trails. Cost is per run session per dog

    We really just like getting out and showing people our area. so don't fret about the cost. Although it is important for us to not undervalue the huge volume of work that goes into training and preparations for each and every moment we spend with the dogs, we offer trades for services that are available when budgets are strained. We have honored countless arrangements under this system and have been touched by the support we have received in return. Occasionally we have folks who don't like the 'high' prices. We understand you, but please keep in mind that our prices actually reflect 4 months of training and conditioning of dogs, as well as lifetimes of experience. Since we do NOT own a kennel and strive to operate in such a way that reflects the highest standard of care for our over 20+ families of pooches, this price reflects that extra effort and STILL lower end prices. Cancellation policy: We do require 24HRS NOTICE of a cancellation for a confirmed booking, otherwise 6% cost of boo

    Spring = Fresh Food from the wild

      We focus JUST on a few

      Fiddleheads, Raw ($10/lb) or Pickled ($10/half pint)

      Fresh Morel ($29/lb) and Chantarelle ($18/lb) mushrooms

      Fresh Morel ($29/lb) and Chantarelle ($18/lb) mushrooms

      We have selected but a few of natures tasty morsels from the Saugeen Shores area to share with our customers.

      Fresh Morel ($29/lb) and Chantarelle ($18/lb) mushrooms

      Fresh Morel ($29/lb) and Chantarelle ($18/lb) mushrooms

      Fresh Morel ($29/lb) and Chantarelle ($18/lb) mushrooms

      The reason we focus on delicious foods is to encourage a recognition for the services that our environments provide

      Wild Leeks or Ramps ($0.50/bulb and leaf)

      Wild Leeks or Ramps ($0.50/bulb and leaf)

      Wild Leeks or Ramps ($0.50/bulb and leaf)

      After all, if what they say is true about the way to a persons heart is through their stomach, then we hope these seasonal foods help you to truly love the lands surrounding Saugeen Shores. 

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      Wild Leeks or Ramps ($0.50/bulb and leaf)

      Wild Leeks or Ramps ($0.50/bulb and leaf)

      As we prepare for our 2020 season, we like to make sure we know how much we are harvesting so that we are able to plan our harvests respectfully. Do use the contact form below to order :) Prices are reviewed each season for market standards

      wild foods are worth protecting

      What are fiddleheads? 


      How do you find and pick them? 


      Why does green feet love fiddleheads so much? 


      Find out more about Fiddleheads in this green feet * f * series short film on 'Foraging'. 



      The spring fun doesn't stop there.

      Spring also = Healthy Landscapes

       We specialize in creating productive, sustainable, and healthy garden and plant-scapes. Want butterflies? Food? Less invasives? We've got your covered at any scale. 

      Click here for more details!

      Fall = Fall Foods and Value added goodies

        a few more of our fav's

        Wild Rice

        Apples and apple products

        Apples and apple products

        This one is DEFINATELY NOT for sale and is available through trades for services or for educational purposes ONLY. 

        Its just too special!


        Contact us for more info about how we work with this keystone plant.

        Apples and apple products

        Apples and apple products

        Apples and apple products

        We've got the best substitute for fruit rollups from our moms old recipe and we call it Apple Leather.


        Current prices: 

        Apple leather roll ups, 2" x 2' : $3

        Full sheet. 1.5' x 2' : $15

        Pickled fiddleheads

        Apples and apple products

        Pickled fiddleheads

        After a few months of patient waiting, our most popular product is finally ready: Our legendary pickled fiddleheads. 


        Rinsed, boiled, rinsed again, and pickled with our favorite recipe that gives you a super crunchy treat that can still be used for cooking. 


        Current Prices:

        1/2 pint jar : $10

        Coming soon! Video's of the amazing areas where we reciprocate our harvests through our protection

        Call, text, or email us for more info in the meantime about our seasonal services using our contact info

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        Green Feet Ecosystem Services

        Green Feet Ecosystem Services, Port Elgin, ON N0H2C0

        (705) 321-8327

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