Conservation Halton

Happy #EndangeredSpeciesDay! Healthy forests, wetlands, rivers, and grasslands provide critical habitat for many species across our watershed. Through habitat restoration, watershed protection, environmental monitoring, partnerships, and education, we're helping protect the ecosystems that wildlife depend on. 💚

Join us at Crawford Lake on May 31 from 11 am–1 pm for From Land to Tool with Stephen Paquette. Learn about traditional tools and how materials from the land are transformed with purpose and meaning at this drop-in knowledge-sharing session. Book here: conservationhalton.ca/event/from-lan…

Starting May 16, you can once again enjoy the rugged beauty of Area 8. 🌿 Not only are we opening earlier than ever, but the park will also offer extended hours (8:30 am–9 pm daily). Book a visit and learn more about this special re-naturalized park here: conservationhalton.ca/parks/area-8/

✨Calling all families, friends and allies to show your Pride outside! 🏳️‍🌈✨We’re kicking-off Pride month with the return of Pride in Nature at Mountsberg on Sunday, May 31. Learn more and plan your visit: conservationhalton.ca/pride-in-natur… #HappyPride #NatureIsForEveryone

UPDATE: Conservation Halton has completed the prescribed burn at Mountsberg Conservation Area. Staff will continue to patrol the area to ensure that all debris is properly extinguished. Additional details regarding Mountsberg’s Edible Food Forest will be shared in the coming months.

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Today, Conservation Halton is conducting a prescribed burn at Mountsberg Conservation Area to prepare for the creation of an Edible Food Forest (EFF). It is expected that the prescribed burn at Mountsberg will take several hours to complete but will be completed within the day. Mountsberg Conservation Area will be open to the public at this time, however access to certain parts of the park will be restricted for public safety. More info: bit.ly/3Rxt9WE

Tomorrow, Tuesday, May 12, Conservation Halton will conduct a prescribed burn at Mountsberg Conservation Area to prepare for the creation of a new Edible Food Forest (EFF). Mountsberg Conservation Area will be open to the public at this time, however access to certain parts of the park will be restricted for public safety. More info: bit.ly/3Rxt9WE

Tune up your mountain biking skills or try something new with Kelso MTB School! 🚵🌳 Registration is open for our 4-week group and private programs starting this June, with options for ages 8 to adult and every skill level. Learn more and register here: conservationhalton.ca/kelso-mountain…

It's #EmergencyPreparednessWeek! 🌊 Flooding and erosion can happen at any time of year, and being prepared makes all the difference. Year-round, we monitor weather and watershed conditions, operate dams and channels, and issue Flood Messages when conditions change. Flood preparedness is a shared responsibility—find out if you live in a flood-prone area: camaps.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappvie…

#MothersDay is almost here! 🌸 Give Mom the gift of fresh air, relaxation, and quality time together. Join us for a rejuvenating outdoor yoga session led by an experienced instructor—perfect for all ages and skill levels. Learn more: conservationhalton.ca/mother-nature/

Ready to transform your yard into a thriving, low-maintenance landscape? 🌱 Join us for our in-person workshop, Design Your Native Landscape on May 24! Whether you're starting a project from scratch or looking to enhance an existing project, this hands-on session will guide you through your landscaping decisions. Come learn and get inspired—register today: conservationhalton.ca/event/design-y…

Tonight’s the night: the Kelso MTB Race Series is on! 🚴🏁 We can’t wait to welcome all of our racers to the course tonight. Need to pick up your plate? Go to West Lodge between 5:30 pm and 6:30 pm (pre-registered only). Good luck and have fun! conservationhalton.ca/mountain-bike-…

Experience the Longhouse Village with a guided tour this May or June! 🌿 There's Lake to Longhouse on weekdays and Longhouse Adventure on weekends. Add on these special experiences for $10 per person when you book your visit. Learn more: conservationhalton.ca/events/ #CrawfordLake

📣 The LAST DAY to order your Garden-in-a-Box kit is tomorrow! Sun, shade and rain kits are still available to pick-up this Saturday—perfect for #MothersDay gifting. 🌷 Order now: conservationhalton.ca/garden-in-a-bo…

Scenes from last night’s MTB Race Prep! 🏁 Designed for Novice to Expert riders (12+) registered in the Kelso MTB Race Series, this fitness and skills enhancing program runs Thursdays 6–8 pm until August 13 (except break weeks). Learn more and register: conservationhalton.ca/mountain-bike-…

⏰ Tomorrow is the last day to save on WOW camp registration with Early Bird pricing! Save until April 30 at 11:59 pm. Spaces are still available throughout the summer in both classic and specialty Ways of the Woods day camps. 🌞🌳 Learn more and register: conservationhalton.ca/wow/

Registration is open for our Kelso MTB & CX Race Series with full series and single‑event options for riders of all ages and levels. Sign up for the full series and enjoy perks like race fee savings, a free t-shirt and entry into prize draws. Learn more: conservationhalton.ca/mountain-bike-…

What does “coastal resilience” actually mean? 🌊 It’s about how our communities, infrastructure, and natural spaces can adapt to changing conditions — like rising water levels, erosion, and more frequent storms. Add your voice to the conversation: lakeontariocoastal.ca

Spend this #MothersDay at Mountsberg for our Mother, Nature event! We’ve planned special activities to celebrate the moms and caregivers who help us grow. 🌱 Plan your visit: conservationhalton.ca/mother-nature/