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Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety - March 30

Widespread flooding is not anticipated, however water levels and flows in watercourses across the Kawartha Conservation watershed jurisdiction remain elevated due to the ongoing spring melt and near saturated ground conditions.

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – WATER SAFETY

Kawartha Conservation Watershed DATE: Thursday March 30, 2023TIME: 1:00 pm             

Message sent based on information received from:

• Kawartha Conservation Flood Forecasting Network
• Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry - Surface Water...

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Bring Back the Fish program helps restore fish habitat in the Kawartha Lakes

MARCH 28, 2023 – Fish habitat has been improved in parts of the Kawartha Lakes following the successful completion of 10 aquatic habitat restoration projects in 2022 as part of the Bring Back the Fish program.

Working with local landowners to improve aquatic habitat, water quality, and fish spawning conditions in local urban waterways, Kawartha Conservation, property owners and contractors helped to restore more than 450-meters of streambanks and planted more than 1500 trees, shrubs, and flowers...

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Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety - March 21

The first week of spring will bring a mix of snow and rain, with expected rainfall totalling 15-20 mm followed by cooler temperatures into the weekend and another 10-15 mm of snow and/or rainfall.

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – WATER SAFETY 

Kawartha Conservation WatershedDATE: Tuesday March 21, 2023TIME: 2:00 pm             

Message sent based on information received from:

• Kawartha Conservation Flood Forecasting Network
• Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry - Surface Water Monitoring Centre
• Environment...

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Discover the joy of bird watching in the Kawarthas this spring

MARCH 21, 2023 – Spring is the perfect time for bird lovers to explore the Kawartha region, as a number of migratory birds return from their wintering grounds. The area offers a diverse range of habitats for birds, including wetlands, forests, and grasslands, making it a bird watcher's paradise.

To help visitors make the most of their birding experience, visitors to Ken Reid Conservation Area can use the Ken Reid Birding Guide or stop by the Kawartha Lakes Public Library to borrow a brand new...

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'The Gruffalo' returns to the Story Walk Trail at Ken Reid Conservation Area

MARCH 17, 2023 – Visitors to Ken Reid Conservation Area can once again read ‘The Gruffalo’ as it makes its second appearance along the Story Walk Trail for the month of March.

Written by Julia Donaldson, ‘The Gruffalo’ follows the journey of a small mouse as it takes a stroll through the deep, dark woods. Stopped by various hungry animals along the way, the mouse must think quickly to avoid being eaten for lunch. Telling the tale of a wild and dangerous beast on the loose, the mouse is able to...

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