Clean Water Champions: 2022-2024 Talbot River Healthy Environment Initiative Projects Complete

By establishing partnerships with local farmers, Kawartha Conservation has effectively implemented a series of Best Management Practices (BMPs) aimed at safeguarding and enhancing riparian areas, the crucial buffer zones between water bodies and surrounding land. 

Throughout this initiative, conducted across five different properties from Kirkfield to Norland, a range of sustainable projects have been implemented. These initiatives include riparian plantings, installation of exclusion fencing and solar-powered alternate watering systems, as well as the construction of a manure storage solution. The collective efforts have resulted in the restoration of over 1200 meters of streambank, revitalization of over 2.6 acres of habitat, and the planting of more than 2600 trees and shrubs, along with 150 perennials. These plantings, including the installation of over 350 meters of cattle exclusion fencing and a manure pad, serve to mitigate erosion, sedimentation, and nutrient runoff into watercourses, resulting in significant improvement in water quality and wildlife habitat. 

To gain deeper insights into each project, informative videos are available for viewing on the Kawartha Conservation website.

Water quality improvement projects such as these are also made possible through our Water Fund program, which offers funding support covering up to 50% of approved project costs. For more information or to apply now, visit the Landowner Grants page on the Kawartha Conservation website.

For additional information on either of these impactful initiatives, please reach out to Ola Pasternak by email at opasternak@kawarthaconservation.com or call 705.328.2271 ext. 241.  

Let's celebrate these achievements together and continue to take action. Every effort counts towards a healthier environment and a brighter future. Join us in our commitment to preserving our natural resources.  

Media Contact:

John Chambers, Marketing & Communications Specialist, Kawartha Conservation,   
705.328.2271 ext. 220, Jchambers@KawarthaConservation.com  

Kawartha Conservation is a watershed-based, non-profit environmental organization that helps ensure the conservation, restoration, and responsible management of water, land and natural habitats through programs and services that balance human, environmental and economic needs. The organization is governed by the municipalities within the Kawartha Conservation watershed, including the City of Kawartha Lakes; Region of Durham; Township of Scugog; Township of Brock; Municipality of Clarington; Municipality of Trent Lakes; and Township of Cavan Monaghan.  KawarthaConservation.com