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JUNE 14, 2021 – Do you have a project that helps support the recommendations of lake management plans within the City of Kawartha Lakes? There might be funding to assist with your project.

The Kawartha Water Fund Community Grant assists applicants by providing grants that help organizations implement recommendations from the lake management plans completed across the municipality.

Proposals may include things like:

• Brochure printing/distribution
• Educational event/workshop
• Restoration project
• Demonstration...

JUNE 7, 2021 - Kawartha Conservation has declared a Level 1 low water condition and is encouraging a voluntary 10% reduction in non-essential water use across the Kawartha Conservation watershed. This includes areas within the City of Kawartha Lakes, Scugog, Brock, the Municipality of Trent lakes, Cavan Monaghan, and Clarington.

According to the Ontario Low Water Response (OLWR) Program, a Level 1 low water condition is declared when a watershed receives only 80% or less of the normal amount of precipitation...

JUNE 7, 2021 – One day down on the farm, Duck got a wild idea. "I bet I could ride a bike," he thought. He waddled over to where the boy parked his bike, climbed on and began to ride. At first he rode slowly and he wobbled a lot, but it was fun!

Beginning today, Monday, June 7 and continuing for the June, the next Kawartha Lakes Public Library Story Walk at Ken Reid Conservation Area will feature Duck on a Bike by David Shannon.

This fun story will be enjoyed by families and children, as they discover...

JUNE 4, 2021 – Saturday, June 5 marks International Trails Day, a global celebration of trails, their development and encouraging an active, healthy lifestyle, all while appreciating our environment and Kawartha Conservation has all of your trail needs covered.

With five conservation and natural areas, boasting more than 24 kms of marked trails, whether you’re looking for a short hike with friends and family, an accessible trail or a longer excursion, we have a trail perfect for you to celebrate...

JUNE 2, 2021 – The Scugog Water Fund has opened for applications from property owners interested in undertaking projects that will contribute to the health of local lakes, rivers and streams in and around Lake Scugog. Financial assistance may be available for your project through this popular funding stream.

Property owners in the Townships of Scugog and Brock may be eligible to receive funds to help address issues affecting Lake Scugog, including:

• Agricultural stewardship projects
• Erosion and loss...