Ganaraska Forest Timber Harvest Season Begins Again
The Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA) completes scheduled, selective harvest of Red Pine plantations in the Ganaraska Forest each year. These logging operations, guided by the Forest Management Plan, facilitate the growth of native tree species, like Red Oak, White Pine and Sugar Maple, all of which were included in the initial landscape restoration plans when the Forest was being planted over 80 years ago. Operations will take place across the West Forest, including a combination of selective thinning and final removals, remaining active until February 28, 2026.
Ganaraska Forest Trails Opened For the Season On May 1st
The Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA) is set to open the Ganaraska Forest trails for the season on Thursday, May 1st, 2025, for users with a valid day pass or membership. Updates to the Ganaraska Conservation Online Store: In an effort to streamline the sign-up process, new users and those renewing will now receive their member card / day pass and parking pass attached to the purchase confirmation email received from the online store. The design of the parking pass has changed but any valid parking pass will be accepted. Ganaraska Forest Trails Update: Please exercise caution on trails, as there are still trail blockages and debris throughout the Forest after the ice storms and severe weather earlier in April. GRCA staff continue to work to clear Ganaraska Forest trails, when weather and ground conditions permit.