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The Grand River Conservation Authority will be hosting two free workshops in June in Brant and Haldimand counties for rural landowners with properties larger than 2. 5 acres.
The workshops will take place on:
Wednesday, June 12, 2019 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at App’s Mill Nature Centre (308 Robinson Road, Brantford ON)
Thursday, June 13, 2019 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Ruthven Park National Historic Site (243 Haldimand County Hwy 54, Cayuga ON)
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The fifth annual Haldimand Children’s Water Festival at the Grand River Conservation Authority’s (GRCA) Taquanyah Nature Centre will help 500 elementary school students splash their way to a better understanding of water: where it comes from, how we use it, and how we can protect and conserve it.
Students from Haldimand County, Six Nations of the Grand River and Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation will take part in more than 20 fun, interactive games during...
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Based on reports provided by the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) and consultation with Region of Waterloo Public Health, there is no risk associated with the jet fuel spill contamination at Shade’s Mills reservoir. This includes recreational activities such as fishing, boating and swimming.
Agencies including the Grand River Conservation Authority, Region of Waterloo Public Health and Water Services departments, Wellington Dufferin Guelph Public...
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Junior anglers can learn from the pros at the annual Shimano Take a Kid Fishing Day at Belwood Lake Conservation Area near Fergus on Sunday, June 2, 2019.
The day is designed for new anglers between 8 and 14, allowing them to try fishing for the first time, or to improve their skills.
Children will take lessons and then try their new skills at the stocked trout pond in the park. They’ll visit activity stations where they will learn how to cast, archery, tie flies,...
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Spend time outside with Mother Nature for free at Rockwood Conservation Area on Sunday, May 12 for Mother’s Day.
After a late start to spring, the Grand River Conservation Authority is offering free day-use admission for all visitors to Rockwood Conservation Area on Mother’s Day.
For those visiting Rockwood for the first time, the park offers spectacular views of towering limestone cliffs, glacial potholes, hiking trails, and caves for the truly adventurous...
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