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Rain Barrel Sale 2026: Conserve Water & Save Costs At Home
This sale is available for a limited time, so act fast and order before June 1st!
Discounted pricing is available for residents within the Township of Hamilton, Town of Cobourg, the Municipality of Port Hope and the Municipality of Clarington, within the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA) jurisdiction.
Please visit https://rainbarrel.ca/grca and view available products at the bottom of the page. Order before June 1st to receive a discount* on each barrel, to be delivered directly to you.
Nature Nuts Camps Are Filling Up Fast!
Don’t miss out, register online today.
Adventure Camp
July 3rd to 4th
If your child has a passion for adventure and a love for the great outdoors, this two day camp is tailor-made for them! Our Adventure Camp (11–15) offers an incredible opportunity to forge lifelong memories, build confidence and unleash their inner explorer!
Leaders In Training (LIT)
July 6th to 10th
Is your child ready to level up their leadership skills and build their confidence? Leaders In Training (LIT) camp is designed for youths, 11 to 14, who are ready to learn, grow and have fun doing it!
Nature Nuts Summer Camps
Weekly options from July to the start of September
The GRCA’s Nature Nuts Summer Camp is ideal for children (7-11), who would enjoy marsh exploration, nature hikes, environmental games and creating amazing crafts.
Take Only Pictures, Leave Only Footprints On Ganaraska Conservation Properties
Conservation lands, including the Ganaraska Forest, are home to many diverse ecosystems, thriving in the naturalized state the GRCA strives to maintain.
Foraging can have a damaging impact on this delicate balance and is why foraging is prohibited on GRCA lands. Plants sought after by foragers have a limited window to develop and perform important tasks in these ecosystems. These plants will not have time to recover when harvested irresponsibly and can vanish altogether from an area.
While visiting the Ganaraska Forest and GRCA conservation areas, please take only pictures and leave only footprints.
Ganaraska Forest Hunting Reminders
With turkey season opening on April 25th, 2026, the GRCA wanted to share some reminders for Ganaraska Forest users.
Hunting opportunities exist in the Ganaraska Forest year-round, as per Ontario Hunting Regulations.
Before planning to hunt in the Ganaraska Forest, all hunters should visit the GRCA website for more information on hunting rules in the Forest and to consult the Ganaraska Forest Trails Map before planning your visit.
Please Read the Hunting Reminder for additional important information.
Trout Fishing Opener Update
Have a safe and happy opening weekend to all anglers and fish watchers!
With the spring fishing season opening on April 25th, 2026, the GRCA wanted to share some updates for anglers.
Fishing can occur on the east side of the Ganaraska River, within the Ganaraska Millennium Conservation Area (CA), as well as Sylvan Glen CA, while being mindful of property lines. Thurne Parks CA will also be available to anglers, though Port Hope CA remains closed due to Highway 401 expansion work.
Please Read the Fishing Release for additional important information.
Ganaraska Forest Reopens to All Recreational Activities On May 1st, 2026
The Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA) reopens the Ganaraska Forest trails to all recreational uses on Friday, May 1st, 2026.
Many improvements to the Ganaraska Forest are planned and/or underway for 2026, please watch your email or follow Ganaraska Conservation on social media to keep up-to-date.
Day Passes for all activities in the Ganaraska Forest will become available from the Ganaraska Conservation Online Store the night before the May 1st opening.
Please read the full release for information on a new reporting tool, how and where to purchase memberships and day passes, a reminder on membership renewals, as well as links to the Forest Rules & Guidelines.