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Discover the joy of First Day Hikes with Kawartha Conservation
Posted on Sunday, December 31, 2023 10:47 AM
DECEMBER 31, 2023 – As the New Year kicks off, Kawartha Conservation extends an invitation to individuals and families alike to embrace the enriching tradition of First Day Hikes. This year, we encourage everyone to welcome the new beginnings by stepping into the serene embrace of nature on January 1st, setting a tone of health, wellness, and connection with the environment for the year ahead.
First Day Hikes is not just an event; it's a concept, an idea, a suggestion to ignite a year-long...
The Mitten returns to the Story Walk Trail in time for the holidays
Posted on Friday, December 01, 2023 08:22 AM
DECEMBER 1, 2023 – Visitors to Ken Reid Conservation Area can once again read the beloved children’s tale ‘The Mitten’ as it makes another appearance along the Story Walk Trail, this time for the entire month of December, just in time for the holidays.
‘The Mitten’ tells the story of how a young boy’s mitten that gets lost in the snow quickly becomes a place of shelter for a variety of friendly woodland animals. Starting with a mole, then a rabbit, a fox, and even a bear, curious creatures keep...
Step into Enchantment: The Illuminated Forest returns to Ken Reid Conservation Area
Posted on Friday, November 24, 2023 09:34 AM
NOVEMBER 24, 2022 – Kawartha Conservation staff are thrilled to announce the return of the enchanting "Illuminated Forest" for its second consecutive year, following its phenomenal success in 2022.
Transforming the Cedar Forest into a mesmerizing wonderland, The Illuminated Forest features hundreds of trees adorned with thousands of twinkling lights, crafting a magical nighttime trail that captivates visitors of all ages.
For the month of December, beginning December 2, following Christmas at Ken...
New Fenelon Falls South Tributary Flood Plain Mapping Study completed for Kawartha Lakes
Posted on Thursday, November 23, 2023 03:05 PM
November 23, 2023 – The City of Kawartha Lakes, in partnership with Kawartha Conservation, is pleased to announce the release of the newly-established Fenelon Falls South Tributary Flood Plain Mapping Study, an invaluable resource for informed planning and development within the Fenelon Falls South region.
Endorsed and approved by the Kawartha Conservation Board of Directors on Thursday, November 23, the updated Fenelon Falls South Tributary Flood Plain Mapping Study is a pivotal milestone within...
Plant a tree, grow a legacy. 2024 Tree Seedling sale now open
Posted on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 08:31 AM
NOVEMBER 22, 2023 – Kawartha Conservation is excited to announce the kickoff of the 2024 Tree Seedling Sale. This annual event provides landowners throughout the Kawartha Conservation watershed with a practical and affordable opportunity to enhance their properties while supporting the local environment.
Featuring 20,000 seedlings, including both evergreen and deciduous trees, along with shrubs and other species, this year's sale offers a valuable opportunity for environmentally conscious land...