Jack Miner

2009 Goose Band
"Be not afraid, only believe" Mark 5:36

WHY WE CELEBRATE JACK MINER. Kingsville is very proud of the legacy of Jack Miner. As an avid hunter, Jack Miner knew the value of conservation of the natural environment and the wildlife it fosters and protects. His efforts spearheaded the conservation movement and originated the waterfowl refuge management system in Canada. Born in Westlake, Ohio, on April 10th, 1865,  Jack Miner settled on land on the 3rd Concession, in the former Township of Gosfield South, now situate in the Municipality of Kingsville. The area is located in Essex County, a peninsula of land surrounded on three sides by the Great Lakes water system and is a natural stopover for many varieties of winged creatures migrating from the north to the south and back. Jack Miner's property is on the flightpath, and fields full of resting migrating Canada Geese inspired him to start a banding programme. The bands allow tracking of flight paths as well as providing other information about the Canada Geese, thus providing the knowledge needed to protect and preserve. The Jack Miner Bird Sanctuary was founded in 1904 and continues its work to this day. Currently, the Sanctuary is undergoing extreme renovations and rebirthing, all while remaining open to the public to visit. Depending on the time of the year and the prevailing winds you may even see a field full of Canada geese resting before continuing their flight. For more information see www.jackminer.com or call 519-733-4034 for more information. Open daily except Sunday. Return to Home Page