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.
In-Water Brush Piles (Woody Debris) Protocol video
Underwater woody debris is a healthy component of lake environments. Sunken logs, trees, branches, and root balls provide excellent habitat …
In-Water Fish Habitat Enhancement video
Underwater woody debris is a healthy component of lake environments. Sunken logs, trees, branches, and root balls provide excellent habitat …
In-water Structures – Brush Protocols
This document outlines planning and implementation guidelines for an in-water brush pile project. It discusses the importance of woody debris …
In-water fish habitat restoration project on Olmstead-Jeffrey Lakes
Walleye, pike, and bass on Olmstead-Jeffrey Lakes now have more places to live thanks to community-led restoration project that saw …
Invasive Aquatic Species: The invaders we can and cannot see
When thinking of aquatic invasives, most people think of such species as Asian Carp, Zebra Mussels, or Eurasian milfoil. However, …
Invasive Species and your Watershed webinar with Derissa Vincentini
Not only do invasive species pose a significant ecological threat, they also negatively impact the economy, recreational experience, and can …
Its all about the WHY!
Read this reflection-style blog post from past executive director Barbara King to hear her take on what makes Watersheds Canada's …
Jane and John McAllister Testimonial - Natural Edge
Jane and John McAllister of Graham Lake participated in both the Natural Edge program and the Love Your Lake program …
Join the Monarch Butterfly on its epic journey from Canada to Mexico!
The Monarch Butterfly is one of the most iconic species of insect in North America, and is frequently seen as …