What does it mean to hold land in trust? It means caring for something that is bigger than ourselves – protecting the forests, wetlands, shorelines and rare ecosystems that make this region special, and ensuring they are here for future generations. This summer, the City of Orillia and the Couchiching …
Embrace summer, explore nature
Summer is here! As forests burst with green, birds fill the air with song, and trails come alive with activity, there’s no better time to reconnect with the land – and make a real difference – right here in our region. At The Couchiching Conservancy, we know that protecting nature …
Embrace spring, explore nature
Spring is a time of renewal – and a powerful reminder that nature needs us, too. As forests green up, birds return, and trails come alive again, there are so many ways to reconnect with the land and make a real difference right here in our region. At The Couchiching …
The Couchiching Conservancy Protects the Blackwell Brady Clark Nature Reserve, Strengthening Wildlife Corridors Near Washago
The Couchiching Conservancy has permanently protected the Blackwell Brady Clark Nature Reserve, a 30-hectare (74-acre) property located just 1.44 kilometres west of Washago, Ontario. This newly secured reserve is a significant step toward connecting two of the region’s most important natural corridors: the Matchedash Wildlands and the Black River Wildlands. …
The Couchiching Conservancy Kicks Off Giving Tuesday with a challenge gift from Orillia Naturalists’ Club to Protect 430 Acres on Lake Dalrymple
The Couchiching Conservancy has a once-in-a-generation opportunity to permanently protect 430-acres of remarkable natural land on the shores of Lake Dalrymple, and protect Land for Life. To kick start this initiative, the Orillia Naturalists’ Club, executive and members have contributed towards this property, and are challenging the community to match …
Voice For Nature
To increase the community’s awareness of The Couchiching Conservancy’s work, we’re writing a monthly column in Orillia Matters. This was originally published on Nov. 20th. “Mother Nature deserves seat at boardroom table” Canada recently ranked at the bottom of a list of countries in Nature Connectedness. Canada! Land of trees, …
Birds, Beer & Bingo
To increase the community’s awareness of The Couchiching Conservancy’s work, we’re writing a monthly column in Orillia Matters. This was originally published on Oct. 22nd. “Do You Hear That? It’s The Call Of The Great Outdoors” Over lunch this spring, a colleague at The Couchiching Conservancy told us she heard …
Who Uses Land Trusts?
To increase the community’s awareness of The Couchiching Conservancy’s work, we’re writing a monthly column in Orillia Matters. This was originally published on Sept. 4th. “Visitors Find Peace And Purpose At Grant’s Woods Nature Reserve” An almost two-year-old named Winter, is in a raincoat repeatedly, and proudly, pressing the accessibility …
Field Notes: Whitney Wetland Eco-passage Summer Updates
With the Summer in full swing, many reptiles are mating and nesting near lakes, rivers, and wetlands—which means that the roads adjacent to these areas are an even more perilous place than usual. When roads are built beside or bisecting natural areas, wildlife must either cross them, or risk remaining …
How To Solve A Problem You Don’t Know Exists?
To increase the community’s awareness of Couchiching Conservancy’s work, we’re writing monthly columns in the local media. The below article was originally published in Orillia Matters on July 2nd. Jocelyn and Brian trudge through the darkness, trying not to trip over tree roots as they make their way to the next bat …