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Councillor McHattie (left) and Dr. John Johnston assist in the Planned Parenthood plaque unveiling at Ferguson Station on Oct 6, 2004. Dr. Johnston is Chairman of the Joint Plaquing Committee (Hamilton LACAC and Hamilton Historical Board). Photo by Brian Henley.

HNC 85th Anniversary Celebration Picnic
And Unveiling of Historic Plaque

On June 14, 2004, a historical plaque commemorating the Hamilton Naturalists' Club was unveiled at Princess Point, Cootes Paradise – located at the base of Longwood Rd N. in Hamilton.

Councillor McHattie (right) helps the Hamilton Naturalists' Club celebrate its 85th Anniversary, with the unveiling of this historic plaque at Princess Point. Photo by Brian Henley.

The City of Hamilton has a plaque program that commemorates notable community organizations. In the case of the HNC, the City is recognizing its 85 years of working for the environment in and around Hamilton.

Councillor Brian McHattie was present, representing the City of Hamilton. Once the ceremonial part of the evening was finished, the festivities began. Activities included nature hikes as well as the fun of paddling voyageur canoes around Cootes Paradise.

Postscript:
Unfortunately the original HNC plaque was stolen. 

The replacement was unveiled on Heritage Day, February 19, 2005. In the photo are (L-R) Mayor DiIanni, Dr. John Johnston and Councillor Brian.