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Local Community Leisure Guides in Niagara
Environment
Fort Erie Conservation Club
2555 Ott Rd Fort Erie, ONL0S 1S0
The club promotes and establishes local conservation education, establish and maintain local conservation areas, and establish fish, bird and animal habitats.
Club events and activities include:
- bare root seedling tree giveaway near the end of April (for residents of Greater Fort Erie)
- children's fishing derby on the last Saturday in May
- raise walleye fry and release into the Welland River
- volunteers build bird houses and feeders
- Fall Fair on the last Saturday in September.
Also rents the hall for special events including: weddings, showers etc. Visit the website calendar for hall availability. Call Cheryl at 905-993-2555 to book the hall.
https://www.forterieconservationclub.ca
forterieconservationclub@gmail.comOffice: 905-382-2260
Summer Mon-Sun 8 am-8 pm * Winter Mon-Sun 8 am-dusk
Friends of Malcolmson Eco-Park
Malcolmson Eco-Park, 325 Lakeshore Rd St Catharines, ONL2M 7Z3
A non-profit organization of volunteers, working closely with the Recreation and Community Services Department, to naturalize the city-owned Malcolmson Eco-Park.
Focus of the activities includes the planting of the open area with tall grass prairie plants and replacing exotic tree species with native and Carolinian species. The organization requires volunteers to plant trees and wildflowers, weed flower beds, mulch trees and shrubs and pot seedlings in the greenhouse.
Office: 905-688-5601 ext 3140
Mon-Sun 7 am-10 pm
Friends of Short Hills Park
Pelham, ON
A charitable organization dedicated to preserving the cultural and natural environment of Short Hills Provincial Park.
- Welcomes hikers, cross-country skiers, cyclists, and equestrians
- Education and interpretation in the park and related projects
- Provides a guide book that includes maps and information about the park
https://www.friendsofshorthillspark.ca
shorthillspark@gmail.comOffice: No public telephone number
Mon-Sun sunrise-sunset
Heartland Forest Nature Experience
8215 Heartland Forest Rd Niagara Falls, ONL2H 0L5
Provides an interactive nature experience through accessible, interactive and educational programs. Programs include environmental education and inclusive adventure camps; adaptable fitness and sports activities for children, adults and seniors; brain injury rehabilitation; day and work experience programs for persons with disabilities and an accessible wood working shop. Trails and outdoor facilities are open to the public year round, free of charge.
https://www.heartlandforest.org
info@heartlandforest.orgOffice: 905-356-7384
Office Mon-Fri 9 am-3 pm * Trails - visit website for seasonal hours
Land Care Niagara
Vineland Research & Innovation Centre, 4890 Victoria Ave N Lincoln, ONL0R 2E0
A local, environmental not-for-profit that promotes wise land stewardship and management practices. Committed to creating a healthy and sustainable rural and urban environment consisting of citizens who are knowledgeable and ecologically aware of land resource management.
The council aims to promote and enhance responsible land use practices through encouraging awareness of the range of values in the community; minimizing conflicts through information and communication; educating and providing the best information on responsible land management; and creating partnerships between landowners/land users/agencies and interest groups.
Local delivery agent for the provincial Forests Ontario 50 Million Tree program. Visit the website for more details under 'Rural Tree Planting Program.'
Other programs include; Re-Leaf Tree Nursery (Urban Tree Planting Program), Species at Risk work and Woodworking for Nature
Volunteer, sponsorship and partnerships are a key component of the work Land Care Niagara does.
Individuals have the option of "Planting a Tree" when they visit the website.
https://www.landcareniagara.com
info@landcareniagara.comOffice: 905-348-5263
Mon-Fri 9 am-4:30 pm
Links for Greener Learning - Community Produce Pop-Up Markets
255 Gilmore Rd Fort Erie, ONL2A 2M4
Pop-up food markets
goodfood@linksforgreenerlearning.orgOffice: 905-397-5639
Fourth Thu of the month 12 noon-2 pm
Links for Greener Learning - Community Produce Pop-Up Markets
4848 Victoria Ave Niagara Falls, ONL2E 4C5
Pop-up food markets
goodfood@linksforgreenerlearning.orgOffice: 905-397-5639
Second Thu of the month 12 noon-2 pm
Links for Greener Learning - Community Produce Pop-Up Markets
360 Niagara St St Catharines, ONL2M 4W1
Pop-up food markets
goodfood@linksforgreenerlearning.orgOffice: 905-397-5639
Last Sat of the month 11 am-1 pm
Links for Greener Learning - Community Produce Pop-Up Markets
Old Robertson School, 85 Church St St Catharines, ONL2R 3C7
Pop-up food markets
goodfood@linksforgreenerlearning.orgOffice: 905-397-5639
Second Wed of the month 11 am-1:30 pm
Links for Greener Learning - Community Produce Pop-Up Markets
70 Young St Welland, ONL3B 4C5
Pop-up food markets
goodfood@linksforgreenerlearning.orgOffice: 905-397-5639
Fourth Tue of the month 12 noon-2 pm
Links for Greener Learning
15 Main StUnit B St Catharines, ONL2N 4T5
Geared towards linking education institutions, their newcomers and domestic students, with experiential learning opportunities Services include: Links for Greener Schools Food literacy, waste management and gardening program designed for elementary and secondary schools. Offers workshops, cooking classes, school campaigns, waste audits and garden development. Environmental Awareness and Education for Newcomers Series of workshops designed to help newcomers develop awareness and skills in the area of waste management, water and energy conservation. Growing Diversity Garden
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https://www.linksforgreenerlearning.org
contact@linksforgreenerlearning.orgOffice: 905-397-5630
Mon-Fri 9 am-4:30 pm
Niagara Bruce Trail Club
St Catharines, ON
The Bruce Trail Conservancy is a charitable organization committed to establishing a conservation corridor containing a public footpath along the Niagara Escarpment in order to protect its natural ecosystems and to promote environmentally responsible public access to this UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. The Niagara Club is one of 9 clubs that maintains 83km (from Queenston to Grimsby) of the more than 890+km trail to Tobermory.
https://www.niagarabrucetrail.club
niagarabrucetrailclub@gmail.comOffice: No public telephone number
Email for information
Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority - Ball's Falls Conservation Area
3292 Sixth AveRR 1 Lincoln, ONL0R 1S0
A historical park featuring 20 Mile Creek Cataracts, scenic gorge and the Bruce Trail. Hosts the Annual Thanksgiving Festival in October and has hiking trails, displays, and the Bert Miller Arboretum. Guided historical tours for groups are available by reservation only.
The Centre for Conservation opened its doors in 2008. This facility houses state-of-the-art technologies along with more traditional systems, like the rainwater cisterns, utilized at the site's heritage buildings. In November 2008 the Centre for Conservation was officially certified as a LEED Gold Building by the Canada Green Building Council.
The Wedding Chapel, the Big Barn and the Centre for Conservation may be rented seasonally. Call for details. The Pavilion can be rented weekends and week days. Also offers summer day camps for children and youth.
https://npca.ca/parks/balls-falls
ballsfalls@npca.caOffice: 905-788-3135
Fax: 905-562-7051
Park Mon-Sun 8 am-8 pm
Centre for Conservation Mon-Sun 9 am-4 pm
Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority - Beamer Memorial Conservation Area
28 Quarry Rd Grimsby, ONL3M 4E7
The Bruce Trail traverses this property which can be used for hiking purposes. This site is also used to view the hawk migration by using the lookout platforms.
https://www.npca.ca/conservation-areas/beamer-memorial/
conservationareas@npca.caOffice: 905-788-3135
Fax: 905-788-1121
Mon-Sun Sunrise-Sunset
Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority - Chippawa Creek Conservation Area
74646 Regional Rd 45 West Lincoln, ONL0R 2J0
A conservation area and family campground along the Welland River operated by Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority. The area features Dils Lake, a manmade reservoir for paddling, angling and swimming. Other activities include hiking, nature appreciation, volleyball, children's playground and two accessible fishing piers. A picnic pavilion is available for rent. Area events include the Annual Bass Derby in July, Float Flyers Weekends and Stargazers Evenings and Ontario Family Fishing Weekend are scheduled during the summer.
https://www.npca.ca/conservation-areas/chippawa-creek/
chippawa@npca.caOffice: 905-386-6387
Office: 905-788-3135
Fax: 905-788-1121
Mon-Sun 8 am-8 pm (Friday of Victoria Day-Thanksgiving) * Off season Sunrise-Sunset
Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority - Long Beach Conservation Area
12965 Lakeshore Rd Wainfleet, ONL0S 1V0
Conservation area operated by Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority.
Offers the following:
- sand beach
- swimming
- boating
- fishing
- picnicking
- camping
- nature appreciation
- baseball
- half-court basketball
- beach volleyball
- horseshoes
- playground
- special events
- washrooms
- parking
Office: 905-788-3135
Park/Reservations: 905-899-3462
Fax: 905-788-1121
Mon-Sun 8 am-8 pm
Dates: Victoria Day weekend to Thanksgiving weekend in Oct * Off season Mon-Sun Sunrise-Sunset
Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority
3350 Merrittville HwyUnit 9 St Catharines, ONL2V 4Y6
Responsible for establishing and undertaking programs designed to further the conservation, restoration, development and management of natural resources. The NPCA fulfills this mandate by implementing programs that:
- improve the quality of lands and watercourses within its jurisdiction
- contribute to public safety from flooding and erosion
- provide for the acquisition of conservation and hazard lands
- enhance the quality of life in its watershed by using its lands for regional recreation, heritage preservation and conservation education.
Office: 905-788-3135
Fax: 905-788-1121
Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority - St John's Conservation Area
3101 Barron Rd Pelham, ONL0S 1E6
A scenic conservation area operated by Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority. This area has a spring-fed pond, stocked with Rainbow Trout. Fishing begins the last Saturday in April and continues until September 30th annually. Nature trails through the Carolinian forest are ideal hiking and birdwatching. St. Johns pond also features wheelchair accessible fishing piers, wheelchair accessible trails and informational display kiosks.
info@npca.caOffice: 905-788-3135
Fax: 905-788-1121
Mon-Sun Sunrise-Sunset
Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority - Woodend Conservation Area
1 Taylor Rd Niagara-On-The-Lake, ONL0S 1J0
Conservation area operated by Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority. Passive Day use park with trails and an open area for activities. Hiking and ski the trails are available, including the Bruce Trail. No washrooms. The buildings on-site have been leased and are not available to the public.
Woodend is also home to students participating in outdoor education programs in the education centre, which is leased by the District School Board of Niagara.
https://www.npca.ca/conservation-areas/woodend/
info@npca.caOffice: 905-788-3135
Fax: 905-788-1121
Mon-Sun Sunrise-Sunset
Ontario. Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources and Forestry
Administration Building; 4890 Victoria Ave N Lincoln, ONL0R 2E0
The ministry's mission is to manage natural resources in an ecologically sustainable way to ensure that they are available for the enjoyment and use of future generations.
- protects and conserves public land and waters
- information about fishing regulations, limits and licences
- information on hunting regulations and licences
- sells licences at select Service Ontario Outlets and licence issuers
The Niagara area office does not have a front counter service. Please note meetings with staff are by appointment only.
Office: 905-562-4147
Office: 1-800-667-1940
TTY: 1-866-686-6072
Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm by appointment
Ontario. Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks - Ontario. Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, Niagara District Office
Garden City Tower, 301 St Paul St9th Fl, Suite 15 St Catharines, ONL2R 7R4
Receives complaints about polluted air, land, or water. Ministry will advise and mediate if necessary.
Environment.Niagara@ontario.caOffice: 905-704-3900
Office: 1-866-663-8477
Toll Free: 1-800-263-1035
Fax: 905-704-4015
Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5 pm
Ontariogreen
3150 Culp Rd Lincoln, ONL0R 1S0
School Programs
- Provides free, in-class environmental education programs for students based on the Ontario Science Curriculum (more than 30 presentations available)
Speaker Series
- Provides presentations for adults, community groups, libraries, green events on a range of topics from gardening with native plants to the conservation success story of Trumpeter Swans
Community Programs
- Hosts environmental education events for communities
- Organizes guided urban forest tours
Naturalization Programs
- Community Greening Projects: Organizes community plantings of native trees and shrubs
Improving Municipal Environmental and Urban Forest Policy
- Can provide help, advice, information to community groups advocating for better environmental and urban forest policy within their communities
Office: 905-562-3819
Call for information
Peninsula Field Naturalists Club
Bethany Community Church, 1388 Third Street Louth St Catharines, ONL2R 6P9
A group that is interested in all aspects of nature. Monthly meetings provide programs on a variety of Nature related topics and scientific studies presented by experts. Conduct outings in the Niagara area to study various aspects of Nature; wildflowers, birds, trees.
Affiliated with Ontario Nature (formerly Federation of Ontario Naturalists) and Nature Canada.
Interested persons are invited to attend meetings. Also takes part in regional environmental events such as Hawk Watch and do environmental surveys as requested. Carries out Christmas Bird Count for St. Catharines area annually.
https://peninsulafieldnats.com
info@peninsulafieldnats.comOffice: No public telephone number
Meeting Fourth Mon at 7 pm, Sep-Mar
Port Colborne and District Conservation Club
3757 2nd Concession Port Colborne, ON
Group of individuals with a collective interest in the conservation of natural resources and who enjoy the outdoors and outdoor recreational activities. Club members are involved in the following activities: Annual fishing tournament, tree planting, walleye hatchery, skeet and trap shooting, archery, numerous conservation projects and various social events.
pcdcc@pcdcc.comOffice: 905-894-1336
Call for information
Preservation of Agricultural Lands Society
St Catharines, ON
A national, charitable organization whose main concern is the preservation of prime farm lands, in particular the Niagara Fruit Lands. The group supports farmers and encourages the buying of fruit and vegetables from area farmers.
Office: 905-468-2841
Call for information