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Friends of Kawartha Conservation


Friends of Kawartha Conservation brings people together to care for the lakes, rivers, forests and wetlands of the Kawartha region. We’re a volunteer-run charity that supports Kawartha Conservation’s programs and projects, helping people of all ages explore, learn about and care for their watershed.

Your donations and membership support help:

  • Connect kids with nature through outdoor learning
  • Raise awareness about local environmental issues
  • Bring people together at community events
  • Build boardwalks and trails that help people explore conservation areas

Become a member or make a donation to help care for the places that make the Kawarthas home.

Friends of Kawartha Conservation is the operating name of the Kawartha Conservation Foundation, a registered charity governed by an elected volunteer board of directors. Charitable registration number 894696988RR0001.

Why

Your Support Matters

For over 30 years, we’ve been working to protect and restore the Kawartha watershed through conservation projects, environmental education, and community engagement. Your donation and membership directly support initiatives such as:

✅ Tree planting and reforestation efforts
✅ Water quality monitoring and protection programs
✅ Wildlife habitat restoration
✅ Community education and outreach events
✅ Sustainable land and water management projects

Your generosity ensures that future generations can enjoy the natural beauty of the Kawarthas, just as we do today.

Ways to Get Involved

1. Make a Donation

Every dollar counts. Your donation helps fund critical conservation efforts that protect our environment and wildlife. Choose a one-time donation or become a monthly donor to make a lasting impact.

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Your support directly contributes to local conservation projects, events, education and more.


2. Become an Annual Member

When you become an Annual Member of the Friends of Kawartha Conservation, you join a dedicated community committed to protecting our watershed. As a member, you will:

🌿 Get early invitations to special events and volunteer opportunities
🌿 Be recognized as a valued supporter of our mission

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Membership starts at just $25 per year - an investment in nature’s future.


3. Legacy Giving

A legacy gift in your Will is one of the most meaningful ways to make a lasting difference for the places you love. By including the Friends of Kawartha Conservation in your estate plans, you help protect the lakes, rivers, forests, and wildlife that define our region. Legacy gifts allow you to create a powerful, lasting impact without affecting your finances today, ensuring that future generations can enjoy the same natural beauty and healthy environment that we value today. Your legacy can help safeguard our watershed for years to come.

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Get Involved

Learn More

To learn more about the Friends of Kawartha Conservation and how you can get involved, email Corporate Services Assistant Melanie Dolamore at mdolamore@kawarthaconservation.com or phone 705.328.2271 ext. 216.

Our Partners

Charitable giving is an important priority for many Canadians. The Community Foundation of Kawartha Lakes is an effective way to celebrate your legacy. Giving through the Community Foundation can help you reflect your values and commitment to make a difference.

Promoting protection of the environment and access to nature is part of the broader philanthropic objectives of the Community Foundation of Kawartha lakes. We are excited to work with the Friends of Kawartha Conservation to achieve these objectives.

We invite you to learn more about our objectives on the Community Foundation of Kawartha Lakes website.

PaRx: A Prescription for Nature

Kawartha Conservation is paving the way for residents to enhance their physical and mental health, through a new collaboration with Canada’s national nature prescription program, PaRx.  

Visitors issued a PaRx nature prescription from their health care provider can receive a 25% discount on an annual parking pass from Kawartha Conservation.

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Contact Us

Kawartha Conservation
277 Kenrei Road
Lindsay, ON K9V 4R1
Tel: 705.328.2271
Fax: 705.328.2286

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