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Green Power vs. Green Space in Kawartha Lakes

In Birds, Carden Alvar, News by couchiching

An article by Joel Wittnebel A large-scale solar project has been proposed on one of the world’s rarest habitats — raising questions about how we balance renewable energy development with biodiversity conservation. This piece from The Pointer explores the challenges and potential impacts of the project.

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Embracing Ecological Land Classification for Conservation: The Couchiching Conservancy’s Approach

In 2 - Summer, Carden Alvar, Deverell Morton Nature Reserve, Field notes, Nature Reserves & Easements, News by couchiching

With a mission to protect the natural landscapes and wildlife habitats within the region, we employ various strategies to ensure the sustainability and health of these ecosystems. One pivotal method in our conservation toolkit is the use of Ecological Land Classification (ELC). Understanding Ecological Land Classification Ecological Land Classification is …

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Thank you! The 18th Carden Challenge

In Birds, Carden Alvar, News by couchiching

14 teams and 66 participants searched for as many species as possible from Friday, May 27 at 6:00pm to Saturday, May 28 at 6:00pm, while raising money to help the Conservancy protect the Carden Alvar. All together they counted 247 species and raised over $33,000 for alvar conservation efforts! See …