Huron Tract Land Trust Conservancy

07/06/2026

UPDATE: The Bayfield River Flats is open as of July 10th. Thank you for your patience as the property was cleaned up.

Notice: The Bayfield River Flats property is closed until further notice due to downed trees from last weeks storm.

With significant storm damage across multiple properties, cleanup may take several weeks. Thank you for your patience, understanding and cooperation while crews work to safely reopen the property.

Bayfield Trails

06/09/2026

Thank you, Rotary Club of Grand Bend for supporting the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority Oaks and Acorns program at the Warner Preserve! To learn more about this opportunity to learn from nature, in nature, at the Warner Preserve, please visit https://www.abca.ca/education/community/ -and-acorns-2

The Rotary Club supports Oaks and Acorns at the Warner Preserve, an innovative education program for preschoolers and their parents. Thanks ABCA for offering this great opportunity, and thanks Peter Warner for creating the Warner Preserve, the ideal place for young people to discover nature!

06/09/2026

The Bayfield Kids Corner - Sponsored by Bayfield Optimist Club will be hosting a Youth Fishing Derby at the Bayfield River Flats on Saturday, June 28th.

We kindly ask all property visitors to be mindful of participants and their families throughout the day, as the property may be busier than usual. Thank you for helping make this a positive experience for our young anglers!

05/18/2026

🌿 Celebrating 10 Years of Protecting Bayfield River Flats 🌿

This year marks a decade since the Bayfield and area community came together to preserve the beautiful Bayfield River Flats Natural Area for future generations.

Back in 2016, the Bayfield River Valley Trail Association (BRVTA) and local volunteers launched a grassroots fundraising campaign to protect nearly 1,000 feet of riverbank in Bayfield. Thanks to incredible community support, more than $70,000 was raised to purchase the property, which was then donated to the Huron Tract Land Trust Conservancy (HTLTC) for permanent preservation.

Today, the nearly five-acre natural area is home to incredible wildlife including osprey, eagles, beavers, and species at risk. Maintained by BRVTA volunteers, the property has been transformed into a treasured community space welcoming more than 11,000 visits each year.

Over the past 10 years, volunteers and donors have continued to enhance the area through cleanup efforts, trail building, erosion control projects, a canoe and kayak launch, and the addition of a safe pedestrian walkway beneath the Highway 21 bridge.

This milestone is a testament to what a passionate community can accomplish together. Thank you to the many volunteers, donors, and organizations who helped make Bayfield River Flats the community gem it is today. 💚

To learn more or support the project:
🌐 HTLTC: https://htltc.ca/donate/
🌐 Bayfield Trails: https://www.bayfieldtrails.com/

05/12/2026

Community comes together to enhance Bayfield River Flats Natural Area 🌱

Approximately 25 people from the Bayfield and area community came out on Sunday, May 3, 2026, to plant native trees, shrubs, and plants at the Bayfield River Flats Natural Area. The planting event, organized by the Bayfield River Valley Trails Association (BRVTA), builds on recent shoreline protection work using innovative erosion control measures along the Bayfield River Flats.

With beautiful weather and enthusiastic volunteers of all ages, the event was a wonderful success. Together, participants helped restore natural habitat, improve biodiversity, and strengthen the riverbank for years to come.

“I think everybody really enjoyed it,” said volunteer Roger Lewington. “Thanks to everyone who helped to make this happen. The Bayfield River Flats looks amazing.”

A special Thank you to the Ontario Community Environmental Fund for supporting this event and to everyone who rolled up their sleeves and made a positive difference in our community! 🌳

04/15/2026

We don’t do this work alone—it starts with people like you 🌱

Your annual membership helps keep us rooted in the community and protecting the places we all care about. Join us and be part of something that will last for generations.

Sign up or renew today through our website below! Your membership runs through the end of 2026 and keeps you connected to the conservation work happening right here in your community.

Click here to learn more: https://htltc.ca/donate/

04/08/2026

Meet Our New Board Leadership!

We’re excited to welcome Kerry Teskey as Chair and Alison Lobb as Vice Chair of the Huron Tract Land Trust Conservancy Board. Both bring a wealth of experience and a strong passion for conservation, community, and leadership.

👏 Join us in congratulating them as they step into these important roles!

🌱 Want to make a difference in your community?

We’re currently recruiting new Directors to join our Board. If you’re passionate about conservation and giving back locally, we’d love to hear from you!

Learn more and apply by visiting the Huron Tract Land Trust Conservancy website:
https://htltc.ca/contact-us/