Hi! My name is Quinlan MacDonald and I am one of the Summer Interns with the Couchiching Conservancy for this season! I am currently in my 4th year at Trent University, completing my bachelor’s degree in biology which I will be finishing over the summer. During this time, I focused …
Supporter Story: Crowther family
This month’s Supporter Spotlight features Richard and Joan Crowther, and their daughter and son, Barbara Crowther and Hugh Crowther. Growing up in the United States, the love of birding started with mom, Joan. Once the family moved to Washington, coastal birds peaked Richard’s interest and he was hooked. Whether it …
Carden Challenge participants raise $30K & count hundreds of species!
Beautiful blue skies and warm weather greeted the 74 people who took part in the 19th annual Carden Challenge. It was fun being together in celebration of this landscape and the species who call it home. All together, participants raised an impressive $30,000 for alvar stewardship efforts. Thank you to …
Unveiling the Frantzke-Williamson Easement
On a beautiful sunny day, staff and friends of Evelyn Frantzke and Robert Williamson gathered at their home to celebrate the completion of their 44.5-acre easement. The area that this easement is in is a key strategic area we are focusing on. We have deemed it Bass Lake West, which …
A Big Thank You to the Youssef-Warren Foundation
The Youssef-Warren Foundation is a Canadian family foundation that has benefitted conservation, arts, and healthcare organizations worldwide since 1997. They took a chance on our fledgling Community Science Program in 2017, and became annual supporters. As the foundation closes this year, we wish to send our heartfelt thanks for both …
Sweetwater Farm Nature Reserve Unveiling
Our thanks to everyone who joined us for the unveiling of the Sweetwater Farm Nature Reserve in Ramara. Thank you for a beautiful day. Thank you to the family and friends of John Pitts and Kathleen Milligan. Thank you to our community, our supporters. Thank you John, thank you Kathleen.
Goodbye to The Villager
It is with gratitude that The Couchiching Conservancy submits its last Villager article. The Villager has been a staple in The Conservancy’s communications for years and we are so fortunate to be a part of the community of readers and writers touched by The Villager over the years. The magazine …
We’re Hiring: Reserve Steward
If you have a love of the outdoors this temporary position may be for you. JOB DESCRIPTION Reserve Steward Reports to: Executive Director Location: Orillia, Ontario Duration: Full-Time Temporary (Minimum two months with potential for renewal) Wages & Benefits: $20.50/ hr for a 37.5 hr work week The …
Rare 400-acre opportunity + a rare sighting
It was June 5, 2022 and I was testing my car along Alvar Road, listening for birds that I could add to my square for the Breeding Bird Atlas project. A distance along the road, I heard a Hermit Thrush singing very near the road. The Hermit Thrush song may …
Eight ways to celebrate our Earth this spring
Spring is here and there is so much to take in. Here are EIGHT ways to celebrate our beautiful planet in April and May: Plan an outing with a loved one to take in spring! Anytime! There are over 10 nature reserves with marked trails that are open to the …