The RVCF is a registered environmental charity working to help protect and conserve the lands and waters of the valley of the Rideau River in Eastern Ontario.
Ontario, Canada
Joined December 2018
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Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation retweeted
What an absolutely stunning day to kick off planting season - & how fitting that it's Earth Day! 🌱🥾Staff will spend the next 6 weeks reforesting fallow fields, naturalizing shorelines, building wetlands & more. Learn more about our stewardship programs: rvca.ca/stewardship-grants/e…
Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation retweeted
🚫 STOP! Thinking of planting lily of the valley (Convallaria majalis), wintercreeper (Euonymus fortunei), or creeping jenny (Lysimachia nummularia) in your garden?
🌱 Instead, choose beautiful native alternatives that support biodiversity in Canada!
More: bit.ly/3S2ti1s
Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation retweeted
Ottawa gives The Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation $30,000 for Accessibility Makeover
This grant will help with the expansion of its Nature for All project creating better access to the Area for people living with disabilities.
More: f.mtr.cool/nzxufiwjkr
#IAAP #A11Y
Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation retweeted
Have you registered for Lake Links? Speakers are focused on lake planning: watersheds.ca/lake-links/
📈 Thomas Saleh presenting #ExperimentalLakesArea data
💧 Tay Valley Township on including Lake Plans in Official Plans
🚤 Mississippi Lakes Assoc. on lessons learned
+ much more!
Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation retweeted
After three successful seasons as ALUS Lanark, our popular #stewardship funding program will now be available to all #agricultural properties in the Rideau & Mississippi watersheds! See if your project is eligible: rvca.ca/media-releases/alus-…
#conservation #habitat @ALUS_solutions
Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation retweeted
‘Twas the week before Christmas,
Moods bright in your house,
When you finished your shopping
With the click of a mouse! 😎
Stay cozy as you snag these awesome #GreenChristmas gifts for all the nature-lovers on your nice list!🎅
rvca.ca/view-all-blog-posts/…
#ecogift #greengift
Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation retweeted
Stumped for gift ideas? Plant a tree!🌲Our Special Occasion #TreePlanting program plants local, native seedlings on behalf of your loved ones, right here in the #RideauValley. You can even send a personalized e-card!
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#greengift #ecogift #GreenChristmas
Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation retweeted
Wetlands are critical to a sustainable future. Until Tues. Dec. 6, you can DOUBLE your donation to protect local #wetlands thanks to a generous matching pledge from the Simmering Family! 💰
Donate here: canadahelps.org/en/dn/63940
#conservation #SaveOurWetlands @RVCFoundation
Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation retweeted
What is the Ribbon of Life and why is it essential to the health and sustainable use of waterfront properties?
Join Watersheds Canada on Nov 28 by webinar to learn more.
Registration: eventbrite.com/e/science-beh…
Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation retweeted
Hey #Barrhaven (and beyond 😉)– join us for a stream garbage clean up along Barrhaven Creek this Saturday from 9-12. Learn more at rvca.ca/volunteer/eventdetai…
#waterquality #conservation #volunteer #ottvolunteer #garbage #watershedhealth
Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation retweeted
Did you know we have a #blog? Check out The River Reed to learn about cool new projects, meet our staff and partners and find tips for enjoying the great outdoors. Subscribe to never miss a post!
rvca.ca/blog?view=magazine
Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation retweeted
Thank you for joining us @JimWatsonOttawa! We are proud of this accomplishment and the wonderful partnership between the city and its three conservation authorities!
@SouthNationCA @MVCAuthority
Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation retweeted
Thanksgiving sunset over Rideau River @BlacksWeather @RVCFoundation @RSCAssociation @RodBorghese
Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation retweeted
Tool Time: Smiths Falls REAL Tool Library has official opening insideottawavalley.com/news-…
Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation retweeted
There’s a superhero of cottage country that keeps our ecosystems thriving cottagelife.com/outdoors/the…
#Wetlands #Ecosystem #Cottagecountry
Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation retweeted
On a rainy day like today, it's easy to see how pesticides, pet waste and other pollutants can get washed into the water system. Learn how you can reduce the amount of harmful chemicals ending up in our water!
rvca.ca/view-all-blog-posts/…
Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation retweeted
Good morning from the Adawe Crossing!
#RideauRiver #MyOttawa @rawlsonking @MathieuFleury – at Ottawa, Ontario
Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation retweeted
Bobs/Crow Lake owners, YOU'RE IN LUCK! 🎉 You can get FREE shoreline naturalization from RVCA. Staff will visit, make a custom planting plan & order everything you need. Spring 2022 they'll deliver & help plant!
NOW BOOKING summer/fall site visits here: ow.ly/TmcX50FsP92
Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation retweeted
Checking out a pond or marsh this summer? Pack a net, a bucket and these handy bug ID cards to explore what lives beneath the surface!
NOTE: Print double-sided for best results
Full set here: ow.ly/gkXv50FrOkO
#GetOutside #StepIntoNature #FreshAirFun #WildlifeWednesday
Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation retweeted
If you're looking for the road less travelled, check out Perth Wildlife Reserve! It's the perfect place to reset & recharge after a hectic week at your computer.
🚫NOTE: No dogs allowed at the reserve.🐕 🚫
#GetOutside #StepIntoNature @PerthOntarioCan
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