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Garden Hill Conservation Area Tree Planting

Order Your Tree & Shrub Seedlings Today for Spring Planting

GRCA Stewardship Programs Through various partnerships with member municipalities and organizations, Ganaraska Conservation can help you put roots down! The GRCA is providing multiple ways for you to plant trees and shrubs in Spring 2025. Are you interested in planting trees along your property line next to municipal roads? Is your property in the Township…

Aerial view of the Ganaraska Forest Centre grounds during the summer.

UPDATED: Central Ganaraska Forest Access Restored

Demolition has been completed, as of Dec. 13th, 2024. The Central Forest Trailhead and GFC grounds are now open to the public again. On December 9th to 12th, 2024, the gymnasium building on the Ganaraska Forest Centre (GFC) grounds, located in the Central Ganaraska Forest, will be demolished as it has reached the end of…

Bright yellow, fall leaves at Ganaraska Millennium Conservation Area

Fall Newsletter 2024

Join the GRCA Email Newsletter Public Consultation: Draft GRCA Watershed-Based Resource Management Strategy Public consultation on the Draft Watershed-Based Resource Management Strategy (WBRMS) has begun and will continue until November 18th, 2024. The purpose of the Draft WBRMS is to assist the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA) with developing and enhancing the delivery of programs and services supporting mandatory…

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Public feedback requested on Draft GRCA Strategy

The purpose of the Draft Watershed-Based Resource Management Strategy (WBRMS) is to assist the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA) with evolving and / or enhancing the delivery of programs and services that support mandatory (Category 1) programs that serve municipal partners and the broader watershed community. As part of this Strategy, the GRCA drafted guiding principles and objectives to inform the design of programs and services, including a summary of information the GRCA relies on to directly inform and support program and service delivery, and identified any issues and risks which may limit effective delivery of Category 1 programs and services, including actions to address such risks.

Garden Hill Conservation Area Tree Planting

Ten Thousand Villages Cobourg Presents Tree Planting Donation To the GRCA

Ten Thousand Villages Cobourg has contributed more than $7,000 to the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA) through its, “10,000 Trees from Ten Thousand Villages,” anniversary fundraising initiative.

Central Ganaraska Forest Trailhead sign, including 3 panels of educational information, a bulletin board and a map

Updated Ganaraska Forest Trailhead Signage Made Possible by Greenbelt Foundation Support

The Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA) is thrilled to announce the installation of new trailhead signage in the Ganaraska Forest, made possible through the generous support and funding from the Greenbelt Foundation. This initiative is part of our ongoing commitment to enhancing the experience and safety of all Forest users and promoting the significant environmental value of the Greenbelt.

Initial trail clearing and site planning for the future boardwalk at Ganaraska Millennium Conservation Areaium boardwalk preliminary work 2024 2

Planned Highway 401 Expansion Leads to Improvements on the Ganaraska Millennium Trail

Work is set to begin on Highway 401 expansion in September 2024, bringing with it the opportunity to make improvements to the Ganaraska Millennium Trail, though access to the Port Hope Conservation Area will be impacted. To accommodate Highway 401 expansion, the GRCA has begun work to ensure access to the Ganaraska Millennium Trail remains open as much as is possible throughout expansion work. Rotating closures will allow access to the trail, while the GRCA realigns the trail by constructing a new boardwalk further north from its current location in the wetland and away from Highway 401.

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Summer Newsletter 2024

Read about exciting news and upcoming events, as well as other important information from Ganaraska Conservation. Consider signing-up to receive the email when it releases.

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MNR proposing new fishing rules on the lower Ganaraska River

Share your feedback on proposed changes to recreational fishing rules on the lower Ganaraska River. This MNR survey closes on August 22, 2024 — midnight.

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Notice of Public Open Houses: Draft Conservation Lands Strategy

Consultation on the Draft Conservation Lands Strategy will occur from July 2 to August 12, 2024 and will include two Public Open Houses, one at the GRCA Administration Office and one at the Ganaraska Forest Centre (GFC).

Rain barrel collecting rain in a garden with RainBarrel.ca logo overlay

Exciting news, discounted rain barrels available for 2024!

Rain barrels are a great way to conserve water and reduce costs on your property. In 2024, rain barrels are being offered in a variety of styles and price points through rainbarrel.ca. Order before June 17th to receive a $25* discount on each barrel, which will then be delivered directly to you.

A hand holds a mobile phone with the Ganaraska Forest Trails Map on the screen

Sections of Single Track Trails Now Restored in Central Ganaraska Forest

As new trail development work continues, GRCA staff have restored approximately 4.5 km of single track trails for non-motorized, multi-use in the Central Ganaraska Forest. Looking to explore these trails? The GRCA is pleased to announce these trails have been added to the updated Ganaraska Forest Trails Map*. Users are encouraged to begin riding / hiking these sections as soon as possible to help them to continue to be re-established.

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