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Board approved 2022-2026 Strategic Plan launched

DECEMBER 10, 2021 – With a renewed Vision of ‘Engaged communities that love, respect and appreciate our natural environment,’ Kawartha Conservation’s Board of Directors has approved the new 2022-2026 Strategic Plan.

During the course of the next five years, Kawartha Conservation’s focus will be directed at three strategic priority areas:

• Restore and Protect
• Engage and Inspire
• Innovate and Enhance

“I am extremely proud of the work that went into this document; the broad community consultation and the...

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Winter activities in the Kawarthas

DECEMBER 7, 2021 –  As the seasons change from fall to winter, the City of Kawartha Lakes, Scugog Township and Durham Region undergo many beautiful, natural transformations, and with five conservation areas throughout the region, there are lots of things to see and do this winter with family and friends.

“Whether it’s walking, hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing or horseback riding, there are plenty of reasons to get outside this winter and explore our conservation areas,”...

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Seven Forty Six partners with Kawartha Conservation for conservation effort

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 – Just in time for Christmas shopping, Seven Forty Six and Kawartha Conservation have partnered to launch a conservation initiative to support the environment. Not only will you be able to get family, friends and loved ones something unique they will truly enjoy this holiday season, but you’re also supporting the environment – There’s no better way to get on Santa’s good list.

Starting December 1, and continuing throughout 2022, a portion of sales from the entire Seven Forty Six...

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Kawartha Lakes backs Lake Dalrymple Management Plan launch

April 26 – Kawartha Conservation staff are launching an exciting four—year project to better understand, enhance and protect Lake Dalrymple.

Earlier this year Kawartha Lakes Council supported the launch of the Lake Dalrymple Management Plan – a four-year science-based lake management planning project for Lake Dalrymple and its watershed.

Lake Dalrymple provides significant economic and environmental contributions to local communities, and once completed, this lake plan will help to keep this lake,...

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Kawartha Conservation board approves McLarens Creek flood plain mapping study

APRIL 26, 2021 – The City of Kawartha Lakes and Kawartha Conservation now have a newly-established tool to assist them in planning for future growth and development in the McLarens Creek watershed.

On Thursday afternoon, April 22nd the Kawartha Conservation Board of Directors endorsed and approved the updated McLaren Creek Flood Plain Mapping Study – part of a multi-year capital project undertaken on behalf of the City of Kawartha Lakes. 

“Flood plain mapping helps to protect the people and...

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