Resources

Welcome to the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authorities Resources and Links page. Please feel free to browse and review the plentiful resources below.

• • Conservation Authorities Act Download Conservation Authorities Act (83kB)
• Annual Reports
  • 2008 Download 2008 (3411kB)
• Cobourg Creek Watershed Plan
  • Executive Summary and Table of Contents Download Executive Summary and Table of Contents (257kB)
  • Introduction and Watershed Plan Process Download Introduction and Watershed Plan Process (1370kB)
  • Management Recommendations for the Cobourg Creek Watershed Download Management Recommendations for the Cobourg Creek Watershed (1142kB)
  • References and Appendices Download References and Appendices (127kB)
  • The Cobourg Creek Watershed Study Area Download The Cobourg Creek Watershed Study Area (4518kB)
  • Watershed Plan Implementation, Water Budget and Conservation Plan Download Watershed Plan Implementation, Water Budget and Conservation Plan (100kB)
• Cobourg Creek Watershed Plan Background Document
  • Chapter 1 Introduction Download Chapter 1 Introduction (1065kB)
  • Chapter 2 History of the Cobourg Creek Watershed Download Chapter 2 History of the Cobourg Creek Watershed (559kB)
  • Chapter 3 Abiotic Features Download Chapter 3 Abiotic Features (19897kB)
  • Chapter 4 Biotic Features Download Chapter 4 Biotic Features (8237kB)
  • Chapter 5 Cultural Characteristics of Cobourg Creek Download Chapter 5 Cultural Characteristics of Cobourg Creek (5904kB)
  • Chapter 6 Cobourg Creek in a Provincial Context Download Chapter 6 Cobourg Creek in a Provincial Context (261kB)
  • Executive Summary and Table of Contents Download Executive Summary and Table of Contents (2209kB)
  • References, Acronyms and Glossary Download References, Acronyms and Glossary (110kB)
• Conservation Areas
  • Conservation Area Fact Sheet Download Conservation Area Fact Sheet (52kB)
  • Geocashing at Rice Lake Conservation Area Download Geocashing at Rice Lake Conservation Area (111kB)
• Fisheries
  • Wilmot Creek Fisheries Management Plan Download Wilmot Creek Fisheries Management Plan (5233kB)
• Forms
  • Request for Information Download Request for Information (27kB)
• Ganaraska Forest
  • Ganaraska Forest Membership and Day Pass Fees Download Ganaraska Forest Membership and Day Pass Fees (22kB)
  • Ganaraska Forest Membership application
    With 100's of kilometers of trails in the multi-use Ganaraska Forest, why not join today?!
    Download Ganaraska Forest Membership application (31kB)
  • Ganaraska Forest Regulations
    Please view before making use of the Ganaraska Forest.
    Download Ganaraska Forest Regulations (20kB)
  • Ganaraska Forest Tree Donation Program
    With a minimum $30.00 donation, you can purchase a tree in honour or memory of a loved one.
    Download Ganaraska Forest Tree Donation Program (62kB)
  • Ganaraska Forest Volunteer Application
    Looking to fill your spare time? Why not volunteer at the Ganaraska Forest? There are many opportunities available.
    Download Ganaraska Forest Volunteer Application (90kB)
• Ganaraska Forest Centre
  • 21st Annual Conservation Dinner in support of GFC Outdoor Education Program Download 21st Annual Conservation Dinner in support of GFC Outdoor Education Program (887kB)
  • Directions Download Directions (49kB)
  • Ganaraska Forest Centre - Building for Change Paver Program
    Purchase an 8x8 brick paver stone, engraved with your loved ones name or personal message for only $100.00. Proceeds go towards the Building for Change campaign, supporting the redeveloped Ganaraska Forest Centre. Pavers will be incorporated into the walkway to the main entrance of the facility.
    Download Ganaraska Forest Centre - Building for Change Paver Program (1478kB)
  • GRCA - Friends of the Forest Foundation Bequest
    By making a gift in your will to the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority - Friends of the Forest Foundation endowment - the Permanent Fund - you can promote a better world beyond your own lifetime.
    Download GRCA - Friends of the Forest Foundation Bequest (1552kB)
  • Pictures of redeveloped Ganaraska Forest Centre
    The Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority opened the doors to its new outdoor education facility in September 2009. Please take the time to view the attached photos of the new Ganaraska Forest Centre.
    Download Pictures of redeveloped Ganaraska Forest Centre (1308kB)
  • Pledge Cards
    The new Ganaraska Forest Centre opened its doors in September 2009. There are a multitude of ways to support this unique outdoor education centre, including donating to the Ganaraska Forest Centre through our pledge cards.
    Download Pledge Cards (655kB)
• Ganaraska River Watershed Plan
  • Ganaraska River Watershed Quiz Download Ganaraska River Watershed Quiz (48kB)
  • Terms of Reference Ganaraska River Watershed Plan January 2009 Download Terms of Reference Ganaraska River Watershed Plan January 2009 (187kB)
• Graham Creek Watershed Plan
  • Graham Creek Watershed Quiz Download Graham Creek Watershed Quiz (47kB)
  • Terms of Reference Graham Creek Watershed Plan January 2009 Download Terms of Reference Graham Creek Watershed Plan January 2009 (567kB)
• Lovekin Bouchette and Port Grandby Creek Watershed Plan
  • Terms of Reference January 2009 Download Terms of Reference January 2009 (246kB)
  • Watershed Quiz Download Watershed Quiz (48kB)
• Maps
  • Ganaraska Forest Map
    A general map of the Ganaraska Forest. Detailed maps of each section of the forest can be purchased through our Authority for a minimal fee.
    Download Ganaraska Forest Map (9252kB)
  • Ganaraska Millenium Trail Download Ganaraska Millenium Trail (5719kB)
  • Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority watersheds
    A general map of the jurisdiction that the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority covers
    Download Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority watersheds (6969kB)
• Nature Nuts Summer Camp
  • Cancellation Policy Download Cancellation Policy (27kB)
  • Information for Parents Download Information for Parents (24kB)
  • Leader's in Training Registration
    This one-week camp is devoted to the older campers (ages 11-14) who are interested in becoming a camp counselor as a summer job.
    Download Leader's in Training Registration (42kB)
  • Overview
    If your child loves the great outdoors, exploring the wilderness and having fun playing wild and zany games then this is the camp for them! The Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority Nature Nuts Day Camp is geared towards 6-14 year-olds who would enjoy marsh exploration, nature hikes, environmental games and creating amazing crafts.
    Download Overview (231kB)
  • Summer Camp Registration Form Download Summer Camp Registration Form (32kB)
• Outdoor Education
  • Crafty by Nature
    Christmas is a special time for all, especially children; visit the Ganaraska Forest Centre with your class this holiday season.
    Download Crafty by Nature (77kB)
  • Program Descriptions Download Program Descriptions (128kB)
  • Program Listing Download Program Listing (14450kB)
  • Residential Visits to the Ganaraska Forest Centre
    Two, three or five day residential visits are available at the Ganaraska Forest Centre.
    Download Residential Visits to the Ganaraska Forest Centre (406kB)
  • Sample Schedule - 3 Day Residential Download Sample Schedule - 3 Day Residential (12kB)
  • SWAP Download SWAP (220kB)
  • Year at a Glance at the Ganaraska Forest Centre
    The Ganaraska Forest Centre offers a selection of educational programs; view this listing for an overview.
    Download Year at a Glance at the Ganaraska Forest Centre (137kB)
• Planning and Regulations
  • GRCA Inquiry Form Download GRCA Inquiry Form (23kB)
  • Permit Application Download Permit Application (29kB)
• Public Events
  • 2010 Calendar Download 2010 Calendar (195kB)
• Stewardship
  • Clean Water-Healthy Land Stewardship Services Brochure Download Clean Water-Healthy Land Stewardship Services Brochure (106kB)
  • Municipality of Clarington Clean Water-Healthy Land Funding Brochure Download Municipality of Clarington Clean Water-Healthy Land Funding Brochure (883kB)
  • Municipality of Port Hope Clean Water-Healthy Land Funding Brochure Download Municipality of Port Hope Clean Water-Healthy Land Funding Brochure (193kB)
  • Town of Cobourg Clean Water-Healthy Land Funding Brochure Download Town of Cobourg Clean Water-Healthy Land Funding Brochure (214kB)
  • Township of Hamilton Clean Water-Healthy Land Funding Brochure Download Township of Hamilton Clean Water-Healthy Land Funding Brochure (234kB)
• Watershed Report Cards
  • Cobourg Creek Download Cobourg Creek (26877kB)
  • East Lake Ontario Watersheds Download East Lake Ontario Watersheds (5433kB)
  • East of Gage Watersheds Download East of Gage Watersheds (5363kB)
  • Gage Creek Watershed Download Gage Creek Watershed (6464kB)
  • Ganaraska River Watershed Download Ganaraska River Watershed (6481kB)
  • Graham Creek Download Graham Creek (7636kB)
  • Overall GRCA Regional Report Card Download Overall GRCA Regional Report Card (21108kB)
  • Rice Lake Watershed Download Rice Lake Watershed (6145kB)
  • West Lake Ontario Watersheds Download West Lake Ontario Watersheds (7319kB)
  • Wilmot Creek Watershed Download Wilmot Creek Watershed (6463kB)
• Wilmot Creek Watershed Plan
  • Terms of Reference Wilmot Creek Watershed Plan January 2009 Download Terms of Reference Wilmot Creek Watershed Plan January 2009 (1043kB)
  • Wilmot Creek Watershed Quiz Download Wilmot Creek Watershed Quiz (50kB)