Purdon Conservation

Due to the devotion of Joe Purdon and the dedication of the MVC, this site has continued to thrive as the home of the beautiful Showy Lady Slipper.

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Visited Purdon recently? Post your pics on our Facebook page or on twitter with hashtag #PurdonOrchids.

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The orchid blooming season is over for 2014 but you can still clock some time there for the #HealthyHikes challenge http://t.co/ovCkJfGr5D

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Blooms are fading fast, only 30% left in flower. Remember your sunscreen and bug spray if you're hitting the trails.

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The Orchid Blooms are fading fast only 30% left in flower. Why not check out the site this #CanadaDay!

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100% of the orchids are in bloom. Don't miss it, it's a spectacular sight!

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Three ways YOU can support Purdon Conservation Area and help preserve and protect the orchids - http://t.co/ccwv9XWk2L

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#Orchids have reached peak bloom! Visit this week.

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Purdon Conservation Area is a natural area. If you decide to visit please leave the area as you found it. The orchid bloom is at 75% today.

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@MVCAuthority with the help of @ONheritage acquired Purdon Conservation Area in 1984 and has managed and preserved it since. Bloom at 75%.

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@purdonorchids Check out our article on how Ontario orchids can benefit from trails http://t.co/jGpKmiwPRL

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Visiting Purdon this weekend? Keep your eyes peeled, this pair was spotted today on the way to the Conservation Area!

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50% of the orchids are in bloom. Familiarize yourself with orchid biology before you visit Purdon - http://t.co/KUsm2YQyLA #PurdonOrchids

[Blossom Shop @BlossomShopCP]

My mom and I had a great visit to @purdonorchids. Stunning orchids out right now. Highly recommend it! #Tourist #TakeAHike #Ontario

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The official species name of the Showy Lady-Slipper Orchid is Cypripedium reginae. Reginae is Latin for "of a queen." The bloom is at 50%.

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#Update: 40-50% of the Showy Lady-Slipper Orchids are in bloom! Need directions to Purdon Conservation Area? See link http://t.co/5uEC3ZBYuc

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@Hitchergirl we hope you had a lovely visit and enjoyed the beautiful scenery on your picnic!

[Susan Hitchcock @Hitchergirl]

Lady Slippers in bloom @purdonorchids @LanarkCounty

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Still not many orchid blooms yet.

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Join the #HealthyHikes challenge and log your time spent at Purdon Conservation Area on http://t.co/ovCkJfGr5D

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No Orchid blooms yet - check out our Purdon Conservation Area trail map and familiarize yourself before visiting.