L to R) RWLT's Carolyn Spang, Kayla Horne, and Rachel Zylstra enjoy a scenic break during a field day hike in the new Whitefish Nature Reserve. Photo Provided. The Rideau Waterway Land Trust (RWLT) has recently added a biodiverse 209-acre reserve to its conserved lands. The Whitefish Nature Reserve at 172 Whitefish Lake Road features a network of trails that are now open to the public from dusk to dawn. This land near Jones Falls will now be protected under the umbrella of th

Open Dam. Photo Provided. Chaffey’s Area Lakes Association (CALA) are holding their Annual General Meeting this Saturday morning at the Chaffey’s Lock Community Hall from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. A Pancake & Sausage Breakfast will be served prior to the meeting, with breakfast being served starting at 9 a.m. and the meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. Everyone welcome! The focus of our speakers centers on the Rideau Canal. Dr. John Gray will talk about the history of the dams and tim

Let’s Get the Lead Out and help protect loon families like this one spotted on a local lake. Responsible fishing practices can help protect our loons. Photo Credit: Tanya Hammond. As summer approaches and area anglers prepare for the long-awaited bass opener on June 20, excitement builds across cottage country. Boats are tuned, bait shops are buzzing, and families are gearing up for Father’s Day weekend on the water. This particular weekend also marks one of only four licence