A giant in the land conservation movement passed away at his home in Washago on Sunday, December 15th. His partner of 45 years, Janet, and their sons Alex and Peter were by his side. Ron Reid is locally known as co-founder and first Executive Director of the Couchiching Conservancy, formed …
Learning isn’t always as ‘Natural’ as you might think
As published in Orillia Matters on Dec. 8, 2024 Recently, I left a job in morning radio to work at the Couchiching Conservancy. I’ve spent the past few months thinking about the ways we learn and speak. It’s been really intimidating learning new things, especially when I feel guilty for …
The Couchiching Conservancy’s First Eco Passage
Every year, thousands of animals face a perilous journey across roads, risking their lives in the face of speeding vehicles. For salamanders, frogs, and many other species near Whitney Wetland & McIsaac Nature Reserve, this danger has been especially pronounced. Thanks to The Couchiching Conservancy’s Wildlife on Roads Community Science …
Reflecting on the Future: 2040 Inspires Action at Passport to Nature Afternoon at the Movies
On a crisp autumn afternoon, over 75 people gathered to watch the thought-provoking documentary 2040 as part of the Passport to Nature series. The film, directed by Damon Gameau, takes an innovative approach to climate change by highlighting existing solutions that could transform our planet for the better. Through the lens …
The Couchiching Conservancy furthers land protection efforts near Hillsdale thanks to donors
The Couchiching Conservancy has increased land protection thanks to two donors, Sandy Agnew and Lynne Melnyk. The 39.5-acre property, 9km north of Hillsdale, was originally protected under an easement agreement in 2004 and has now been donated outright to the Conservancy. An easement is a legal entity that allows land …