Here you will find a comprehensive collection of free educational resources dedicated to helping rural shoreline property owners, families, municipalities, lake groups, and educators protect their lakes and restore natural habitat. Explore guides, best practices, case studies, lesson plans, and tools to become a freshwater protector. Funding support thanks to Peterborough K.M. Hunter Charitable Foundation, and S.M. Blair Family Foundation.
This lesson plan, adapted from Project WILD, helps students understand how seeds are carried by wildlife and people, and the importance of seed dispersal in native plant growth. Students participate in an activity where they …
Canada is a country known for its lakes. These vast, complex ecosystems provide countless opportunities for recreation and leisure, but our understanding of them and how they work is sometimes limited. This blog post sheds …
This workbook is a self-assessment tool for shoreline property owners to evaluate their practices and identify areas for improvement to protect their lake. It covers various topics such as lawns and gardens, recreation, shorelines, wetlands, …
Paugh Lake, located in the township of Madawaska Valley, Ontario, is known for its cold-water fishery. Wave action and ice movement and push had altered the rock formations on the spawning bed, making it less …
Living next to a lake is a dream shared by many people. Many have visions of relaxing by the water with their friends and family, enjoying the peace and quiet that rural living provides. However, …
The presentation discusses the importance of land use planning on properties near lakes. It highlights the impact of human activities on water quality and the natural environment. The presentation also covers topics such as shoreline …
Creating a safe habitat for plants and animals on your shoreline can open up various activities for you and your family. A rich wildlife profile can be an indicator of overall land health. Adding certain …
This blog post announces the launch of our Freshwater Stewardship Community, a centralized place for waterfront associations, individuals, academics, students, and other organizations to connect and work together to protect local freshwater and enhance shoreline …
This blog post was written prior to the 2022 Ontario provincial election. It emphasizes the importance of this particular election for freshwater health, inspiring voters to get informed and take to the polls to make …