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The GRCF and the GRCA work together to identify priority projects that would otherwise not happen without the support of generous donations from the community. Some of our highest priority projects include:
New Guelph Lake Nature Centre
After more than 30 years, the current Guelph Lake Nature Centre has seen better days. 600,000 students through the front doors of a former single family residence will do that though. It's time Guelph and Wellington County had an outdoor education facility that matched the quality of outdoor education programming the GRCA offers watershed students. The new centre will be relocated within Guelph Lake park and serve more than 200,000 visitors each year, but we need your help. Learn more...
Trails for A Whole Community at FWR Dickson Wilderness Area
Located between Cambridge and Paris, the trails at Dickson Wilderness Area have been an area favourite to enjoy a hike, feed the chickadees and enjoy beatiful scenery. The four-kilometer loop is available at no cost. After decades of enjoyment, the time has come to improve the trailway for all. Learn more...
Parkhill Dam Hydro Project
Did you know that more than 50% of the GRCA's operating budget is self-generated? The GRCA currently operates 3 hydro generation stations in the watershed. These are located in Shand, Guelph Lake, and Conestogo dams. The GRCA is proceeding on the installation of a fourth hydroelectric installation in Cambridge at Parkhill Dam. Discover more...
Run for the Toad Trail
Pinehurst Lake Park is a true jewel in nature. 12 kilometres of trails through dense Carolinian forest, a pristine kettle lake, and a wealth of recreational opportunities at your feet. You'll soon have access to even more trails at Pinehurst with the addition of the Run for the Toad trail. The first phase was completed in October 2016: new stairs help walkers and runners traverse a steep slope and a new causeway trail and viewing platform provide accessibility to the lake like never before. Show your support...
Trees and Trails: Give Grand
It doesn't take a grand investment to make a Grand gesture. A donation of $30 or more will support trees and trails within the Grand River watershed and help maintain our greatest natural assets. Discover how you can make your Grand gesture...
