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New campaign educates on connection between phosphorus and water quality
Posted on Wednesday, July 19, 2023 09:05 AM
July 19, 2023 – Kawartha Conservation is launching a new social media campaign aimed at educating and informing the public about the crucial role of phosphorus in lake and water quality. The campaign, titled ‘Phosphorus Matters: Protecting Our Water,’ will provide engaging facts and valuable tips on how individuals can actively contribute to reducing phosphorus levels in water sources.
Phosphorus is a vital nutrient that plays a significant role in the growth of aquatic plants. However, excessive...
Local environmental projects receive $75,000 in funding through Kawartha Conservation program
Posted on Wednesday, July 12, 2023 12:22 PM
JULY 12, 2023 – Kawartha Conservation recently awarded more than $75,000 to local landowners and community groups in support of environmental projects that aim to positively impact the environment, create habitat, and support biodiversity throughout the region.
Thirty-three projects will receive a financial boost through Kawartha Conservation’s 2023 Water Fund, an annual grant program that connects landowners to funding, knowledge, and technical support for future environmental projects in the...
Ken Reid Unveils New 9-Hole Disc Golf Course, Offering Fun and Recreation in Nature's Playground
Posted on Friday, July 07, 2023 01:42 PM
JULY 7, 2023 – Ken Reid Conservation Area, a beloved destination for outdoor enthusiasts, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its new 9-hole disc golf course. The picturesque conservation area, situated on the outskirts of Lindsay, along the shores of Sturgeon Lake, has long been a haven for nature lovers, and the addition of this exciting recreational activity further enhances its appeal.
Disc golf enthusiasts and newcomers alike can now enjoy a thrilling round of disc golf amidst the...
TD Friends of the Environment Foundation Connecting Kids with Conservation
Posted on Thursday, July 06, 2023 09:05 AM
JULY 6, 2023 –Kawartha Conservation is thrilled to announce the launch of the "Connecting Kids with Conservation" project, thanks to the generous $8,000 funding provided by TD Friends of the Environment Foundation. This transformative initiative will actively engage youth and community volunteers in hands-on environmental education and naturalization activities, focusing on improving biodiversity and pollinator habitats at Ken Reid Conservation Area.
As Kawartha Conservation's flagship park, Ken...
'Giraffes Can't Dance' Story Walk begins at Ken Reid Conservation Area
Posted on Thursday, June 29, 2023 09:27 AM
JUNE 29, 2023 – Available now and for the entire month of July, visitors to Ken Reid Conservation Area can read ‘Giraffes Can’t Dance’, the newly featured story along the Story Walk Trail.
Written by Giles Andreae, ‘Giraffes Can’t Dance’ tells the tale of a nervous giraffe named Gerald that has trouble finding his groove at the annual Jungle Dance. Feeling down on himself and upset about his lack of moves, he leaves the dance and finds himself chatting to a friendly cricket, who encourages him to...
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