Get Exercise and Fresh Air at Local Conservation Areas

Published on: 2020/03/17 - in Entertainment

Cataraqui Conservation has announced steps it has taken to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 while also reminding the community that its own properties and access to the Cataraqui Trail remain open for physical and mental health benefits of being out in nature.

In addition to the 104-km “rails-to-trails” Cataraqui Trail, its own areas include Little Cataraqui Creek, Mac Johnson Wildlife Area, Lyn Valley, Marshlands, Lemoine Point, Parrott’s Bay, and Gould Lake. Do a search for TRAILS on the CRCA website for more information about individual areas.

Also related to COVID-19, the agency listed pro-active steps it has taken to help mitigate the spread of the virus, in addition to cancelling Maple Madness and all public activities:

  • The Cataraqui Conservation Administration Office (1641 Perth Road, Kingston) is closed to the general public until Tuesday, April 14. Staff will be available during regular business hours of 8:30am-4:30pm.
  • The Cataraqui Conservation Administration Office (1641 Perth Road, Kingston) is closed to the general public until Tuesday, April 14. Staff will be available during regular business hours of 8:30am-4:30pm.
  • The Outdoor Centre at Little Cataraqui Creek Conservation Area is closed to the general public until Tuesday, April 14. This includes all education and weekend programs.
  • Programs and services including Cataraqui Conservation’s flood forecasting and warning operations and planning and permitting remain active, with staff available by telephone or email.

Note: Be sure to continue “social distancing” by ensuring you keep two metres / six feet between you and other visitors.

Community members are asked to phone or e-mail if they need to contact or correspond with staff. Permits or other hard copy documents can be dropped in the mail slot at the Administration Office, emailed to the appropriate staff member, and payments can be taken over the phone at 613-546-4228 ext. 0.

Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority will continue its important responsibilities in the area of water level and water quality monitoring, and this work along with other core business requirements will continue.

Visit www.crca.ca for updates and links to social media accounts

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