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.
As blue-green algae blooms become ever more common across Canada, so too does public interest in this widely ranging issue. People are concerned about the potential impacts it can have, and about why they are …
A 'soft' shoreline is one that has abundant native vegetation and few manmade structures. Research shows that soft shoreline are better for long-term shoreline health in so many ways, providing countless benefits not only for …
While the sight of a wildfire can spark concern, these phenomena are actually part of a healthy ecosystem. Ecosystems rely on cyclical disturbance to redistribute nutrients and equalize the population sizes of the various species, …
This lesson plan aims to teach students how to use a field guide to identify wildflower species found in the Ottawa area. Students will learn to use a field guide, understand the different parts of …
A wildflower garden is a visually spectacular, self-maintaining, low-cost garden that brings the beauty of nature to your backyard. Native wildflower species are easier, cheaper, and more ecologically beneficial than using non-native wildflower plants. They …
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Building a wildflower garden is an example of one small change that creates resounding positive impacts in the years to come. This blog post explores all the benefits afforded to us and to native wildlife …
This handout highlights the importance of spending time in nature. It lists various resources from Canadian Wildlife Federation and Watersheds Canada to encourage family fun and learning. The resources include nature-based apps, activity books, and …
Amazing photos of lions, tigers, and elephants can be jaw-dropping, but reaching their location is a challenge for many people. Spectacular creatures can be found in your own neighbourhood just waiting for you to see …