Overview

The mixed woods of Bouctouche nature preserve consists of 3 parcels of land totalling 21.17 hectares (52.31 acres), all located within a few kilometres of the town of Bouctouche.  Two of the parcels connect, creating a large area consisting of mixed forest with scattered vernal pools. The smaller parcel property is dominated by large eastern hemlocks and transitions to sugar and red maple stands. 

History

This preserve was donated to the Nature Trust for protection by Jane Maillet in 2023. We acknowledge these lands are in traditional Mi’gmaq territory. 

Ecology

In the larger property, there is a stream running through the southern part of the property with diverse ground vegetation in the area.  The area is dominated by red maple and white birch, and a stand of eastern hemlock, sugar maple, and yellow birch. Towards the northern more upland areas of the property, there is Maritime Spruce-Fir Forest. There are also vernal pools along the eastern side of the property, some large white pines and snags throughout the forest, and pit and mound topography throughout. 

The smaller property has stands of large eastern hemlock with some red maple, white birch, and ash and ironwood as secondary species, on the southern part of the parcel. Present is also a mixed wood stand of yellow birch, red maple, and balsam fir with snags and vernal pools present.  

Access and Activities

Please contact the Nature Trust office at (506) 457-2398 or steward@ntnb.org for more information about visitation.

*The property is undeveloped and there are a variety of hazards and risks associated with accessing this preserve. While this nature preserve is open for public access, visitors must assume responsibility for their own actions and safety and are to use the land at their own risk.