Welcome to the Watersheds Canada Resource Library!
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.
Fish Activity Book PDF
This activity book is designed for young children (grades K-2) to learn about fish and their habitats. It includes colouring pages, word searches, and other fun activities. The book aims to educate children about the importance of lakes, rivers, and shorelines.
Fish Habitat Activity Book (grade 4)
This activity book is designed to educate children about fish habitats and the importance of protecting freshwater ecosystems. It includes various activities such as tracing, coloring, and crossword puzzles to help kids learn about different fish species, their habitats, and the impact of human actions on the environment. The book also features fun facts and jokes about fish, making it an engaging and interactive learning experience for children. The activities are designed to promote critical thinking and creativity, while also teaching kids about the value of conservation and sustainability. The book is created by artist Debra Lynn Ireland and funded by Watersheds Canada, a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting lakes and rivers across Canada.
Fish Habitat Activity Book PDF
This activity book is designed for children (grades 2-4) to learn about fish habitats and the importance of protecting them. It includes activities such as colouring, tracing, and labeling to help you understand the different parts of a fish and their habitats.
Fish Habitat Enhancement Toolkit Guide WEB
This guide introduces different types of fish habitat enhancement projects and provides resources to complete them. It covers topics such as underwater structures, walleye spawning bed restoration, and cold-water creek enhancement. The guide also includes protocols and videos for each project, as well as information on permits and funding. The ultimate goal is to improve fish populations and water quality by enhancing fish habitats. The guide is designed for lake associations, fish & game clubs, and local residents who want to get involved in fish habitat enhancement projects.
Fish Habitat Enhancement Toolkit evaluation
This report evaluates the Fish Habitat Enhancement Pilot Project conducted by Watersheds Canada. The project involved four habitat enhancements in three habitat types and the development of a Habitat Enhancement Toolkit. The evaluation was conducted through semi-structured interviews with key participants and a review of the toolkit resources. The results show that the project was successful in improving fish habitats and that there is a need for continued habitat improvement work. The evaluation also highlights the importance of seeking permits and consulting with stakeholders when designing specific interventions and selecting sites.
Fish Habitat Projects: LUSH Impact Report, 2018-2020
Watersheds Canada, in partnership with local organizations, worked to protect and enhance freshwater fish habitats. Six fish habitat projects were completed from 2018-2020, supported by LUSH Charity Pot. The projects included brush bundle installations, cold-water creek enhancements, and walleye spawning bed restorations. The organization also created and distributed a free Fish Habitat Enhancement Toolkit to help community groups enhance fish habitats. The report highlights the impact of these projects on aquatic ecosystems and the communities involved.
Fish Habitat craft lesson PDF
This lesson plan introduces students to different fish species found in the Ottawa area, their basic needs, and how people can help protect and restore their habitats. Students will learn about the characteristics of healthy fish habitats and how to create a habitat for their fish using paint and pencil crayons. The lesson plan includes materials, procedures, and objectives for a 90-minute duration.
Fish Identification matching handout
Learn about different fish species found in the Ottawa area by matching the photo to the name! This handout is suitable for young children (grades K-2).
Fishing Through a Lens webinar with Dr. Rowshyra Castaneda
This is a handout from our webinar, "Fishing Through a Lens: Using underwater cameras to detect freshwater fishes". Freshwater fish play important roles in aquatic ecosystems but many species are at risk. Conventional fish sampling methods can be stressful and even deadly for these fish. Underwater cameras can be used as a non-invasive method to detect freshwater fish populations. This method is as effective as conventional methods and can be used in standardized monitoring programs.