Environment

Blame it on the rain: Flood Outlook
A Watershed Conditions Statement: Flood Outlook is in effect for Kawartha Lakes. A strong low pressure system is predicted to… Continue reading “Blame it on the rain: Flood Outlook”

On the Owl Prowl at Ken Reid Conservation
The first rule of Owl Prowl is: You do not talk — about Owl Prowl or anything else — when… Continue reading “On the Owl Prowl at Ken Reid Conservation”

Celebrate Earth Week in Kawartha Lakes
Taking care of the environment, being responsible with resources, reducing our footprint and keeping our lakes and rivers clean are… Continue reading “Celebrate Earth Week in Kawartha Lakes”

Wanted: Environmental hero kids
Attention students — do you live in Kawartha Lakes? Do you have a passion for helping the environment? Kawartha Lakes… Continue reading “Wanted: Environmental hero kids”

Permaculture: A better approach to gardening for your health, wealth, and environment
If you want to be an environmentally conscious gardener or homeowner, it may be worth considering an alternative method to… Continue reading “Permaculture: A better approach to gardening for your health, wealth, and environment”

Learning from the first ‘farmers’ how to save the earth
There is something about a drive through the country that is deeply satisfying. Green fields divided by tree lines or… Continue reading “Learning from the first ‘farmers’ how to save the earth”

Healthy Environment Plan 18 months in the making
The Healthy Environment Plan has been 18 months in the making, involving a 60-member working group and consultations with more… Continue reading “Healthy Environment Plan 18 months in the making”