July 9, 2024
Dr. Chris Houser, Dean of the faculty of Science and Professor of Earth and Environmental Sciences at the University of Waterloo, has been conducting research on the impact of boat wakes for the past two years. His work has just been published, and we are excited to have him share this new research ...
July 8, 2024
Article published in the Parry Sound North Star, July 6, 2024 ‘A terrific concept’: Parry Sound-Muskoka municipalities partner up with Georgian Bay Land Trust to protect over 32,900 acres of wetlands across the region GBLT has already secured the southern part of the corridor through an agreement ...
June 25, 2024
Please join us on Saturday, July 27, at 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
(9:30 a.m. for refreshments) at the Carling Community Centre, followed by a barbecue on Goat Island.
The agenda and documents for the meeting will be circulated by email in July, along with the details for the barbecue.
June 21, 2024
We invite WCA members to contribute compositions to a short story competition. The winning entry will be published in our summer newsletter, and the winner will receive a $100 gift certificate for the Trestle Brewery restaurant in Parry Sound. The runner-up will receive a $50 gift certificate for Trapper’s ...
June 18, 2024
Celebrate National Indigenous People's Day For generations, many Indigenous groups and communities have celebrated their culture and heritage on June 21 or around that time of year because of the significance of the summer solstice as the longest day of the year. National Indigenous People’s Day is ...
June 16, 2024
Chantel Markle, a professor at the University of Waterloo, conducts research that aims to boost the turtle population in Georgian Bay. Although often spotted crossing and nesting along area roads, turtles in the region are at risk. But a new study from the University of Waterloo sparks some hope ...
May 30, 2024
The Township of Carling and the Georgian Bay Biosphere have been working together since 2022 on the Wildlife Fence Project, which aims to reduce road reptile mortality. Read more ...
May 25, 2024
President’s Message All Too Clear – August 10, 6 p.m. at the Stockey Centre Three Words That Could Save Your Life Upcoming Events Fishing, Foraging & Gardening at Home How can something so small upset the balance of the ecology of Georgian Bay? A Georgian Bay Sky Dance Remember to ...
May 21, 2024
Be Fire Smart at the Cottage Did you know that Ontario updates the forest fire hazard map throughout the day, every day during the forest fire season? At Ontario.ca/forestfire, you can find the latest updates on the current forest fire hazard, active fires, restricted fire zones, and weather station ...
May 20, 2024
In this edition: Prepare for cold water Boating Safety Week Kicks off the Boating Season Some Resources to Help You Navigate Our Waters What’s on deck for Transport Canada what3words is the simplest way to communicate your location in an emergency Simple steps to help you prepare for emergencies The ...