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. All resources are freely shareable so please include them in a newsletter, on social media, or printed for a community booth!
Funding support thanks to Peterborough K.M. Hunter Charitable Foundation, and S.M. Blair Family Foundation.
This handout accompanies the My Favourite Fish lesson plan.
The document discusses the importance of water in the human body and the challenges of finding clean freshwater. It highlights the need for children to drink 6-8 cups of water a day. The handout encourages …
The prothonotary warbler has a migratory journey as incredible as it's striking yellow colour. Follow along on its journey in this blog post, told in the form of a story by one of our past …
This activity book is designed for children to learn about different types of fish and their habitats. It includes colouring pages, word searches, and other interactive activities. The book is created by artist Debra Lynn …
This guide provides information on how to maintain and care for your new shoreline plants. It discusses the importance of shoreline vegetation, the benefits of natural shorelines, and how to water, mulch, and prune your …
Native plant species and their importance in the Ottawa area are explored through creative and educational approaches. The intersection of science and art is highlighted through the use of poetic devices and the development of …
This activity book introduces children to native plants in Ottawa, teaching them about the parts of a plant, what plants need to live, and the importance of pollinators. It includes coloring pages, a crossword puzzle, …
Draw your favourite native wildflower in this fun handout.
The 2019 Impact Report highlights the accomplishments of Watersheds Canada, including the launch of the Natural Edge Program and the Daniel and Susan Gottlieb Lake Stewardship Grant. The report showcases the positive impact of these …