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TRAIL STATUS UPDATES

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June 2nd, 2025 OPEN NATURE RESERVES: Grant’s Woods!, Alexander Hope Smith, Church Woods, and Sweetwater Farm CLOSED NATURE RESERVES: Adams, Cameron Ranch, Carthew Bay, East Coulson Swamp, Kris Starr Sanctuary, Little Bluestem Alvar, Prairie Smoke Alvar, Ron Reid, Scout Valley, Thomas C. Agnew, Windmill Ranch If You Would Like To …

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Field Notes: Reptile Monitoring

In Featured, Field notes by couchiching

Reptiles, often elusive and misunderstood, play a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance of our landscapes. At The Couchiching Conservancy, our commitment to conservation extends to these fascinating creatures through dedicated reptile monitoring programs. These efforts not only help us understand species dynamics but also aid in protecting their …

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Eco Passage Volunteer Work Begins June 4!

In News, Whitney Wetland Nature Reserve by couchiching

We’re excited to begin construction on a wildlife eco-passage to help protect local animals and restore wildlife movement across habitats. Volunteer support is crucial — and we’re looking for help starting Wednesday, June 4th at 10:00 AM. Why This Matters Wildlife road mortality is a serious issue in Ontario. Roads …

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Field Notes: Delayed Start To Invasive Species Pulls

In 1 - Spring, Adams Nature Reserve, Church Woods Nature Reserve, Field notes, Grant Wetland Nature Reserve, News by couchiching

The start of the Invasive Species field season has been full of interesting and new challenges. After the ice storm, the Stewardship team at The Couchiching Conservancy had to restructure their priorities and shift their focus towards safely opening nature reserves. The amount of debris and damage from the ice …

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Conservation Conversations

In 1 - Spring, Climate Change, News by couchiching

This column was originally published in Orillia Matters on April 29, 2025 The Couchiching Conservancy protects nature in your area. Preserving green space is one of the best ways to mitigate climate change and as a staff member, I’m interested in how climate change is affecting local businesses. Perhaps because …

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Leave a Legacy Month

In Supporter Spotlight by couchiching

What is your vision for your community in 50 years? You can be a part of that vision with a legacy gift.   This May, during Leave a Legacy Month, consider making a lasting impact with The Couchiching Conservancy through our Heartwood Fund. Your legacy gift not only protects nature …

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A Mother and Daughter for Mother Nature

In News by couchiching

As published in The Villager Magazine May 1, 2025 Trudy Coughlin has a degree in anatomy and has always loved the outdoors. In the early years of her marriage, she and her husband bought a farm in Kirkland Lake, but found they couldn’t make a living and she eventually began …