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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 theBring 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

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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 theKen Reid Birding Guideor stop by theKawartha Lakes Public Libraryto borrow a brand new Birding...

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

MARCH 17, 2023 –Visitors toKen Reid Conservation Areacan 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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Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety - March 16, 2023

A strong low-pressure system moving into Ontario during the overnight hours Thursday, March 16 is expected to bring warming temperatures and the potential for significant precipitation. 

WATERSHED CONDITIONS STATEMENT – WATER SAFETY 

Kawartha Conservation WatershedDATE: Thursday March 16, 2023TIME: 3:00 pm

Message sent based on information received from:

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

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