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MARCH 3, 2022 – Available now and for the entire month of March, visitors to Ken Reid Conservation Area can read ‘Mice Skating’, the newly featured story along the Story Walk Trail.

Written by Annie Silvestro, ‘Mice Skating’ tells the charming story of a mouse named Lucy that loves everything about winter. The cold air, the crunch of snow beneath her paws, warm wool hats, and gliding across the ice are some of Lucy’s favourite things, but she only wishes her friends would join her for some winter...

FEBRUARY 14, 2022 – The Family Day long weekend is quickly approaching, and with dozens of snow-covered trails, sweeping views and interactive outdoor family activities, now is the perfect time to plan your visit to one of our conservation areas throughout the Kawartha Lakes region.

Located less than an hour-and-a-half from both the GTA and Peterborough, each of our conservation areas offers a unique experience for families looking to spend time together on a Family Day outing.

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The summer weather has finally arrived! The warm season brings longer days and more fun outdoors. However, it also comes with severe weather hazards such as thunderstorms and flooding. 

Thunderstorms can suddenly develop during the warmer months and are often accompanied by strong winds, hail, lightning, and heavy rain. In some areas, especially urbanized locations, thunderstorms can cause flash flooding when large amounts of heavy rain occur in a short period of time. 

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JANUARY 12, 2022 – Due to an overwhelming response, the first Forest Therapy session scheduled for Bell Let’s Talk Day on January 26, 2022 has reached capacity, but Kawartha Conservation will be hosting a second session the same day, January 26, 2022 from 2pm to 3:30pm at Ken Reid Conservation Area.

To ensure your spot, make sure to register early. Cut-off for registration will be January 21, 2022 at 4pm. The cost for participation is $10, with all proceeds being donated to the Canadian Mental Health...

MAY 10, 2022 – Seven Forty Six is throwing its support behind local environmental efforts with a new year-long partnership with Kawartha Conservation.

Seven Forty Six will donate 5 percent of all proceeds from the sale of their Kawartha Series and Lake Series clothing to the watershed-based, non-profit organization established in 1979.

“Kawartha Conservation has been working to support, protect and enhance our lakes and environment for more than 40 years,” said Seven Forty Six owner...