Nature and Wildlife - Page 8 - Credit Valley Conservation

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Orangeville Earth Day Tree Planting

Take Climate Action by Planting Trees Join us as we plant native trees and shrubs at Mill Creek

Get Involved, Nature and Wildlife, Things to Do, Volunteer

Two people holding small reddish-brown crayfish.

Youth Discover Wildlife at Silver Creek Restoration Project

Posted on March 13, 2025 in Conversations

The Credit River Watershed is home to diverse wildlife that often goes unseen because of their solitary and … Continue reading

Biodiversity, Credit Valley Parks, Get Involved, Invasive Species, Nature and Wildlife, Things to Do, Volunteer, Youth 4 the Credit

Celebrating Women in Agriculture

Posted on March 6, 2025 in Countryside Stewardship Mail

The Face of Agriculture is Changing in Canada More women are taking lead roles managing farms, becoming decision-makers and forming … Continue reading

Nature and Wildlife, Rural Landowners, Things to Do, Urban Homeowners

A dark brown otter sitting upright in a snow-covered field.

Watershed Wildlife: Four Species Making a Comeback – River Otter

Posted on March 6, 2025 in Conversations

Wildlife in the Credit River Watershed This is part-two in our four-part wildlife spotlight series sharing the exciting … Continue reading

Biodiversity, Environmental Monitoring, Integrated Watershed Monitoring Program, Nature and Wildlife, Watershed Science

Hungry Hollow Earth Day Tree Planting – SOLD OUT

Take Climate Action by Planting Trees Join us and Trees for Halton Hills to help make the Hungry

Get Involved, Hungry Hollow, Nature and Wildlife, Things to Do

Snow covered garden with one dead plant.

Why Your Property Needs Winter

Posted on February 25, 2025 in Green Brief

Snow cover and prolonged below zero temperatures play a vital role in the health of plants and soil. … Continue reading

Best Practice, Corporations and Institutions, Gardening, Green Your Property, Greening Corporate Grounds, Native Plants, Nature and Wildlife, Sustainable Landscaping, Urban Homeowners

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Three Invasive Species To Watch For

Posted on February 21, 2025 in Countryside Stewardship Mail

Invasive species are opportunists. If species reach a new area where there are no natural mechanisms to stop … Continue reading

Nature and Wildlife, Rural Landowners, Things to Do, Urban Homeowners

Three people carrying trees in pouches on their back, walking through a forest.

Let’s Get Planting: Plan Your Tree Planting Project Early

Posted on February 6, 2025 in Countryside Stewardship Mail

Starting a new project can be daunting, but creating a plan can help break the project into simple … Continue reading

Nature and Wildlife, Rural Landowners, Things to Do, Urban Homeowners

A person kneeling over a hole in the ice, wearing a reflective orange winter suit, holding a brown and yellow spotted fish.

Chill and Thrill: Ice Fishing Basics

Posted on February 5, 2025 in Conversations

Get Hooked on Ice Fishing Picture this: a crisp morning, the kind where your breath forms into frosty … Continue reading

Explore our Parks, Fishing, Nature and Wildlife, Things to Do, Winter

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Watershed Wildlife: Four Species Making a Comeback – Fishers

Posted on January 30, 2025 in Conversations

Announcing Exciting Wildlife News for our Watershed We are thrilled to share that over the past few years … Continue reading

Biodiversity, Environmental Monitoring, Integrated Watershed Monitoring Program, Nature and Wildlife, Watershed Health, Watershed Science

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Be the Big Catch Winner at Island Lake’s Annual Ice Fishing Derby

Posted on January 23, 2025 in Media Release

January 23, 2025 — Fishing enthusiasts get ready because competition is about to heat up at the Annual … Continue reading

Credit Valley Parks, Explore our Parks, Fishing, Island Lake, Nature and Wildlife, Things to Do

Snow covered evergreen trees bordering the side of a road,

Defeating Drift: Living Snow Fences in Action

Posted on January 23, 2025 in Countryside Stewardship Mail

The winter wind scoops and sweeps swaths of snow, creating drifts and whiteouts that can lead to hazardous … Continue reading

Nature and Wildlife, Rural Landowners, Things to Do, Urban Homeowners

A group of people snowshoeing along a path marked by a wooden fence in a natural area in the winter.

Achieve Your Resolutions Through Winter Fun

Posted on January 8, 2025 in Conversations

A new year brings new resolutions. Kick off 2025 by recharging and achieving your active and outdoor resolutions … Continue reading

Credit Valley Parks, Cross-Country Skiing, Explore our Parks, Get Involved, Ice Skating, Nature and Wildlife, Snowshoeing, Things to Do, Winter

The Face of Stewardship

Posted on December 20, 2024 in Countryside Stewardship Mail

As the snow falls and covers the fields,It’s time to reflect on a year of high yields.Much work … Continue reading

Agriculture, Farmers, Forest, Nature and Wildlife, Rural Landowners, Things to Do, Urban Homeowners

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Rooting for the Future: 2024 Volunteer Success

Posted on December 19, 2024 in Conversations

Trees are Watershed Heroes Planting trees is an effective way to help improve the health of our watershed. … Continue reading

Get Involved, Nature and Wildlife, Things to Do, Tree Planting, Volunteer

A tagged tree in the middle of a forest.

Plantation Management Part 2: The Solutions

Posted on December 13, 2024 in Countryside Stewardship Mail

This is the second article in our two-part series on plantation management. Read Plantation Management Part 1: Challenges. Managing … Continue reading

Agriculture, Farmers, Forest, Nature and Wildlife, Rural Landowners, Things to Do, Urban Homeowners