"Shorelines": Now is the time to get active outdoors. Winter is over...really.
We're answering these questions: where can you go to get active outdoors? How can you make the best of your shoreline? Where can you help?
There are many great spaces to enjoy in the Mississippi Watershed. Read about one active senior's adventures along the Mississippi River Canoe Route. Seventy-one year old Bob Kelly paddled the route over several days last spring. Check out Paddling Ontario's Mississippi and get inspired by Bob Kelly.
What's On:
Get outside with dad this Father's Day at the Mill of Kintail Conservation Area. Sunday, June 15 is free admission day. Take dad out for a hike and post your Father's Day activities on the Mill's Facebook page.
We love Father's Day. It's also the start of the peak bloom season for the Showy Lady's Slipper Orchids at Purdon Conservation Area. Enjoy the blooms and hike the Ted Mosquin Highland Trail too.
Celebrate fathers everyday at Morris Island Conservation Area in Ottawa. Check out great photos taken by Lee Ann Hall of this gorgeous site only 20 minutes from down town Ottawa. You won't believe what you've been missing.
Docks are an important part of the waterfront living experience. Building the best dock for your needs and those of the environment is possible with the guidance of MVCA staff.
Remember permanent docks are expensive and can be damaged by ice and wind and create wave action that erodes neighbouring shorelines.
Alwayscontact MVCA staff first before doing work on your waterfront property.
We are here to help.
Get Involved:
Love turtles, loons and frogs?
Monitor the wildlife in your area and share your findings on-line. There are lots of opportunities to share your wildlife sightings with others who share your passion. You can help keep track of wildlife trends across the province and protect our wildlife.
It's macro stream assessment time again. This year we are taking an in-depth look at Huntley Creek, a tributary of the Carp River in Ottawa. If you would like to help us collect data for this assessment, contact
We have just completed successful fish habitat rehabilitation on two sites along the Carp River with funding from Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) and volunteer tree planters.
Teachers, Schools & Parents
Very few spaces are left for Wildlife Watchers Summer Day Camps at the Mill of Kintail; register now.
MVCA has been a long-time supporter of Envirothon, and this year adopted it as one of our core education programs, providing both financial support and organizational leadership. Great to see our young adults engaging in environmental education.
Astronomy Courses at the Mill of Kintail Conservation Area were a great success again this year. Thanks to Pat Browne and Andrew Lindstrom. Catch up on what you missed: read Pat's content on the Millstone News. Watch for the Fred Lossing Observatory when you're walking the trails.
Town Hall
Those who live on or near the water know the potential for damage after seeing high waters this spring.
MVCA issues permits for shoreline work to protect you, your property and the environment pursuant to Ontario Regulation 153/06Development, Interference with Wetlands and Alterations to Shorelines and Watercourses.
The MVCA Regulations officer makes sure the conditions of the shoreline permit are met and answers questions and concerns with regard to waterfront development activities. MVCA monitors waterfront development activity year round. If you have a question or concern call 613.253.0006 or email info@mvc.on.ca.
Over the next two years, research will be conducted and community outreach tools offered including workshops and literature to help waterfront owners and lake stewards better understand the ecological changes occurring in Eastern Ontario lakes.
Contact Kelly to learn more about MVCA's role in this project.
