NEW ONLINE RESOURCES AVAILABLE TO INFORM RESIDENTS Otonabee Conservation has undertaken two floodplain mapping projects in a defined area of Kawartha Lakes. The Kawartha Lakes floodplain maps will enable residents and communities to better prepare for, and take action during flooding events. The Kawartha Lakes South project maps the floodplain along the shoreline of lakes… Read More >
The Otonabee Region Conservation Authority marked its 60th anniversary of with a Celebratory Event on Thursday, June 6th at Northview Gardens in Selwyn. Andy Mitchell, Chair of the Board, welcomed Drew Monkman, Naturalist and Writer, as keynote speaker and special Excellence Awards were presented to Jacob Rodenburg, Executive Director of Camp Kawartha, The Friends of Hope… Read More >
Attention Parents! Does your child enjoy photography? Does your child enjoy nature? Is your child eager to exercise their skills while learning in a fun and positive environment? We have the perfect opportunity for you! The Riverview Park & Zoo (RPZ) and Otonabee Conservation are pleased to announce that we have teamed up to bring… Read More >
Otonabee Conservation has entered into a new lease agreement with The Friends of Hope Mill which will see the group assume the role of stewards of the 19th century water-powered sawmill. “Otonabee Conservation applauds the members of The Friends of Hope Mill for their initiative, commitment, and enthusiasm in their mission to maintain the… Read More >
Otonabee Conservation is pleased to announce the 2019 Discovery Days series of family-friendly explorations and activities featuring the natural environment of the watershed region. The Discovery Days series will be held at various conservation areas including the Harold Town Conservation Area, the historic Hope Mill, Beavermead Campground and the Warsaw Caves Conservation Area. Trail events,… Read More >
Otonabee Conservation advises that the Flood Warning for the Kawartha Lakes, Otonabee River and Rice Lake that was first issued Friday, April 12, 2019, is hereby cancelled effective May 21, 2019. The extremely high water levels and flows experienced throughout the Trent-Severn Waterway system during the past five to six weeks are now ending. That is, effective today,… Read More >
Make Every Day, Earth Day~~ Tree Canada, Siemens Canada, Otonabee Conservation and Fleming College Partner to Enhance Urban Forest Otonabee Conservation, in partnership with Tree Canada, Siemens Canada and Fleming College planted a variety of native tree species today to celebrate Earth Day and enhance the urban forest. The community planting took place at the… Read More >
Conservation Areas are more than pretty places. Across Ontario you’ll find nearly 300 just waiting to be explored. Ontario’s 36 Conservation Authorities collectively own and operate over 500 Conservation Areas with a total area of more than 150,000 hectares, making Conservation Authorities one of the largest property owners in the Province. Nearly 300 Conservation Areas… Read More >
Another sure sign of spring happens on Friday, May 10th when Otonabee Conservation swings open the gates for the 2019 camping and recreational season at the Warsaw Caves Conservation Area and Beavermead Campground. The two campgrounds offer a family-friendly camping experience in very different settings. The Warsaw Caves campground is nestled in the Indian River… Read More >
Otonabee Conservation has released its 2018 Year in Review: Report to the Watershed Community, citing significant accomplishments in the past year that continue to support a healthy natural environment where communities thrive. “2018 was a particularly busy year. We undertook a robust program supported by the largest budget in our 60 year history,” says Andy… Read More >