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 …
Holiday Gift Guide for Nature Lovers
Wrap up your holiday list early with our holiday gift guide, packed full of ideas and gifts for every nature lover in your life! For the person who loves experiences: The best gift is time together. Plan an outing to a nearby trail for a snowshoe or hike and bring …
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 …