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RBC Tech in Nature grant supports Talking Forest app enhancements

Posted on Wednesday, June 15, 2022 01:24 PM

RBC Tech in Nature graphicAPRIL 20, 2021 – Thanks to the generous support of the RBC Foundation and the RBC Tech for Nature program, Kawartha Conservation will be able to enhance and expand our Talking Forest app across the Kawartha watershed.

“Since we launched the Talking Forest app at Ken Reid Conservation Area earlier this year, interest has been tremendous,” explained Kawartha Conservation Director of Stewardship and Conservation Lands Kristie Virgoe. “The app has really allowed the public to enjoy and engage...

Scugog Water Fund opens for applications

Posted on Wednesday, June 15, 2022 01:24 PM

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...

Sponsors jump on board for Explore Nature Challenge

Posted on Wednesday, June 15, 2022 01:24 PM

JULY 29, 2021 – The Kawartha Conservation Foundation’s Explore Nature Challenge kicks off this weekend and the response to date has been overwhelming. Sponsors have come on board to support the initiative, which promotes individuals, families and friends getting outside, enjoying nature and getting exercise.

“We are so thankful for the positive response we received from sponsors and participants,” said Foundation Chair Pat Warren. “We really wanted to create an event that could involve...

Spring is on the way, order your low-cost tree seedlings before March 31

Posted on Wednesday, June 15, 2022 01:24 PM

MARCH 9 – An old Chinese proverb notes “the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” Kawartha Conservation wants to make it easy with the 2021 Tree Seedling Program.

The Tree Seedling Program provides an inexpensive way for landowners to plant a selection of tree seedlings and native shrubs on their property.

“Healthy forests provide many important functions on our landscape,” said Special Projects Assistant, Melissa Brown. “They improve air quality,...

Staged re-opening of Conservation Areas begins

Posted on Wednesday, June 15, 2022 01:24 PM

May 14, 2020 – Conservation areas will begin re-opening across the Kawartha Conservation watershed on Thursday, May 14 with Windy Ridge Conservation Area opening in time for the May long weekend. Ken Reid Conservation Area will re-open on Tuesday, May 19.

“We understand and appreciate how much our community values our greenspaces,” said Kristie Virgoe, Director, Stewardship and Conservation Lands. “Our staff have worked tirelessly to be able to get our conservation areas ready to be able to open...

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