Recreation & Conservation Areas
The Recreation and Conservation Areas Programs combine land acquisition, trail improvements, and wildlife monitoring. The Areas are managed to protect their natural features and to provide safe, passive recreation for all. The monitoring activities assess the health of wildlife populations and their habitats while indicating priority locations for rehabilitation.

  Recreation & Conservation Areas

Outdoor Education and Environmental Events
Outdoor Education and Environmental Events at the Conservation Areas attract more than 26,000 students, children and adults annually. Our 20 education programs are designed to meet the Ontario curriculum learning expectations. The Maple Syrup Festival and the Durham Children’s Groundwater Festival are annual events. Other events for the general public include nature hikes, bird watching and craft shows.

  Outdoor Education Programs
  Maple Syrup Festival
  Durham Children’s Groundwater Festival

Land Stewardship Services
Land Stewardship Services provide assistance to landowners and municipalities with habitat restoration and enhancement projects to promote natural heritage stewardship throughout the watershed.

  Tree Seedling Sales and Planting Programs