February 2023
Your Buzzworthy News and Updates
Hi there!

Spring has Sprung! We've been enjoying the past few days of stunning weather, have you? Hopefully you've been getting lots of fresh air and maybe even enjoying our conservation areas. Read on to see what's happening around Lake Simcoe in our April newsletter.

This edition's Lake Simcoe "buzz" includes:
Conservation News
Watershed Report Card now available
On March 22, we launched an online 2023 Lake Simcoe Watershed Report Card. On this link you will find a summary of why, how, and what we measured in our watershed.

A healthy watershed provides clean air, safe drinking water, access to nature as well as many benefits to human health and economy.

We work with many partners year-round to provide the best scientific research on the health of the watershed and to establish programs for its protection and restoration. This includes continually monitoring, evaluating and communicating the results. 
On Thursday, April 13, 2023, 10:00 am you're invited to join a free webinar hosted by Conservation Ontario to learn about the Conservation Authority 2023 Watershed Checkup Report Cards.
Presentations will explore the why and how of Conservation Authority Watershed Report Cards. Register today!
Conservation Award nominations are now open!
Every day, caring an​d selfless people engage in positive environmental actions that contribute to a more sustainable and healthier watershed. They do it for no ​other reason than the fact that the​y​ care about the world they l​​ive in. They are heroes in the true sense of the word.

If you know of a group or individual that's deserving of an award please submit your nomination. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out. Deadline for nominations is June 2, 2023.
Rogers Reservoir Meadow controlled burn happening today
Over the past 4 years, we've worked with a grassland contractor to establish the native Meadow at Rogers Reservoir.

Today the restoration team, along our burn consultant, will be completing a controlled burn around 4pm (if site and weather conditions are ideal) to help curb the growth of non-native species and help native plants thrive, learn more here.

Controlled burns are carefully set and managed fires and are an important restoration tool used to maintain, protect and enhance meadow habitat.

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Nature and trails
Don't spring into garden clean up just yet!
We know the weather has been gorgeous and it's the time of year we are all excited to bee outside! But remember to let your garden sleep in just a little bit longer.

Once temperatures are consistently above 10°C or 50°F, you can go wild knowing that you aren't disturbing the many bugs, bees, butterflies and other important species and pollinators that are sleeping in.
Don't "Bee" shy! Have an event or story that you want to appear in the next Lake Simcoe Buzz? Submit it by email to communications@lsrca.on.ca.
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