Would you like to help maintain the natural beauty of the Ganaraska Forest & Watershed?
The Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA) works to ensure that local watersheds, lakes, wetlands, woodlands, and natural habitats are conserved, managed and restored. The conservation authority develops and maintains programs that protect life and property from natural hazards, such as flooding and erosion and works to provide opportunities for the public to enjoy, learn from and respect the region’s natural environment.
Ganaraska Conservation relies on volunteers to help expand and improve programs, as well as make our delivery of service unique and successful. Program volunteers are responsible to GRCA staff for their performance and project supervisors will determine if a volunteer should be denied volunteer privileges. Volunteers are expected to maintain the GRCA’s high quality of service and to conduct themselves in a professional, helpful manner at all times.
Volunteers agree to support the GRCA without expectation of remuneration or special consideration. The GRCA supports its volunteers by providing training and guidance in their program areas.
With over 11,000 acres of forest and conservation lands that include an extensive trail network, the Ganaraska Forest provides incredible opportunities for outdoor recreation, education and resource management. Volunteer opportunities may also be available through the GRCA’s watershed services program for environmental monitoring and/or stewardship programs such as tree planting, Yellow Fish Road and other community public events.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the GRCA.
Trail Maintenance Programs
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For Groups / Organizations
Help Support the Ganaraska Forest & Recreational Opportunities
Looking for a volunteer activity for your organization or business to participate in? If yes, consider the Ganaraska Forest Volunteer Trail Maintenance Program.
The Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA) is looking for volunteer organizations or businesses to conduct trail maintenance in the Ganaraska Forest. This opportunity will not only support the GRCA in maintaining hundreds of kilometres of multi-use trails in the Ganaraska Forest but is also a great way for groups to support the Ganaraska Forest through volunteerism.
How To Apply
If your group would like to apply, please complete the application and send it to: volunteer@grca.on.ca. Once reviewed, the GRCA will contact you to discuss further and arrange an interview.