Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority

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Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority For a balanced and healthy watershed. Clair.

The Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority has jurisdiction over the watersheds of all streams which drain into the Thames River (see The Thames River – A Canadian Heritage River) from the village of Delaware to Lake St. Its southern boundary has jurisdiction over the watersheds of all streams which drain into Lake Erie, from the Talbot Creek watershed in the east to the Two Creeks watershed in the west. This area of jurisdiction covers over 3,275 square kilometres (1,264 square miles) and includes 10 member municipalities.

A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Ronald Williamson for his support of the Indigenous Community Learning Centre and Ska-Nah-D...
10/30/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Ronald Williamson for his support of the Indigenous Community Learning Centre and Ska-Nah-Doht Museum Revitalization Capital Campaign.

Image Description: a thank you post featuring a large image of the outside of Ska-Nah-Doht Museum, including a welcome sign.

In a beige colour block the thank you message above is shared along with the logos for the Lower Thames Valley Conservation Foundation, the Lower Thames Valley Conservation Authority, and Ska-Nah-Doht Village and Museum.

Three smaller photos are placed along the bottom:
Photo 1: silver kitchen cabinets and counters facing a passthrough window.
Photo 2: a museum exhibit space featuring a diorama of a longhouse and a reading nook.
Photo 3: tables covered in grey tablecloths, with floral centerpieces in glass jars are positioned in a large room.

Service Disruption:All offices at Longwoods Road Conservation Area are currently experiencing an internet and phone out...
10/28/2026

Service Disruption:
All offices at Longwoods Road Conservation Area are currently experiencing an internet and phone outage. This outage may last a number of days. Staff are adjusting their work flow accordingly. Please reach out by email, or contact our main office in Chatham (519-354-7310 x 0) if you require immediate assistance. (posted October 28, 2026)

Service Disruption: Ska-Nah-Doht Museum at Longwoods Road Conservation Area will be closed until 2 p.m. on Thursday, Oct...
10/28/2026

Service Disruption: Ska-Nah-Doht Museum at Longwoods Road Conservation Area will be closed until 2 p.m. on Thursday, October 29, 2026.

We apologize for the inconvenience.

Ska-Nah-Doht Village and Longwoods Road Conservation Area remain open.

This little tree frog was enjoying some sun bathing on a cedar tree this afternoon while the LTVCA's education team expl...
10/19/2026

This little tree frog was enjoying some sun bathing on a cedar tree this afternoon while the LTVCA's education team explored with their school group. What a wonderful little fellow to spot!

Description: a small grey green frog sits on a cedar bough.

We are thrilled to be at Crawford Lake, part of Conservation Halton, for Stories in Soil this International Archaeology ...
10/17/2026

We are thrilled to be at Crawford Lake, part of Conservation Halton, for Stories in Soil this International Archaeology Day today! Our Indigenous Community Educator, Meghan, has our fur and feather touch table set up for people to explore.

Description: two photos of a table with furs, feathers, and bones, spread out on a branded tablecloth.

"I'm so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers." - L. M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables
10/13/2026

"I'm so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers." - L. M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables

Service Notice:Large Private Event at Longwoods Road ConservationOn Tuesday, October 13, 2026 a large private event invo...
10/09/2026

Service Notice:
Large Private Event at Longwoods Road Conservation

On Tuesday, October 13, 2026 a large private event involving heavy traffic will be held at Longwoods Road Conservation Area.

In event of a rain date, the event will take place Wednesday, October 14, 2026.

Ska-Nah-Doht Museum will be closed on the respective date.

Some of the last summery days may be upon us, and fall colours should be just around the corner! And with the fall will...
10/08/2026

Some of the last summery days may be upon us, and fall colours should be just around the corner! And with the fall will come winter hours at Ska-Nah-Doht Village and Museum at Longwood Road Conservation Area!

So, another reminder, this is the last weekend the Museum will be open for 2026- the Village remains open daily.

While the Museum is closed October 9 and October 13 (rain date 14), it will be open throughout the Thanksgiving weekend from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Ska-Nah-Doht Village and Longwood a Road Conservation Area will be open 9 a.m. to dusk each day. Please note, a large private event with heavy traffic will be taking place October 13 (rain date October 14).

Regular winter hours:
Museum is open Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Village is open daily (pending road conditions), 9 a.m. - dusk.

Photo description: sunbeams shine through the wood of a longhouse- grass can be seen out the doorway.

Service Disruption:Longwoods Road Conservation Area will be closed to the public on October 6, 2026 as a result of roadw...
10/05/2026

Service Disruption:
Longwoods Road Conservation Area will be closed to the public on October 6, 2026 as a result of roadwork taking place at our front entrance.

We apologize for the inconvenience.

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100 Thames Street
Chatham, ON
N7L2Y8

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15193547310

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