The Kawarthas… land of shining waters.
Of twisted moraines and hump-backed drumlins.
Of mixed-green, shimmering forests. Of rustling, musky
marshes. Of long-worked, productive farmlands. Of
fading settlers’ landmarks. Of proud indigenous presence
and heritage. Of meandering streams, and rock-lined canals.
Of wildlife and plant life and human life – interdependent and vital.

It is this mix of heritage landscapes that continues to attract people to
the Kawartha bioregion, and has convinced many of us to stay. It is also
the foundation of the bioregion’s sustainability: ecological, social, cultural and economic. The goal of protecting and safeguarding the environmental health and vibrancy of this beautiful and rich region of Ontario is critical.

The Kawartha Heritage Conservancy is a non-governmental charity dedicated to that goal. Established in 2001, the Conservancy is a not-for-profit land trust that works with landowners and the community to identify and protect key ecological and cultural features of the Kawartha bioregion. We invite you to work with us.

Gifts that give twice ... celebrate any special occasion or milestone by giving an environmentally conscious gift that supports the future of the Kawartha bioregion. A meaningful keepsake to frame acknowledges the recipient and provides tax deductible funds for the Kawartha Heritage Conservancy to steward properties under its care. Find out more.

For volunteer opportunties, please see our Volunteering section

7th Annual Doors Open, in the City of Kawartha Lakes, will take place in historic Bobcaygeon on September 12, 2010 from 10:00 am - 4 pm. Learn about culture and heritage during this free self guided heritage tour of Bobcaygeon and Kawartha Settlers Village.

KHC had a presentation booth at the Agriculture Pavilion during the Peterborough Exhibition held at Morrow Park on August 13, 14, and 15.

KHC's Legacy newsletter (July 2010) is now available for download! Click here for the newsletter.

KHC is hosting "Collecting Voices: Oral History Workshop" on August 5, 1 to 4:50. Interested heritage organizations and individuals should register early due to limited space.

Mike Hendren supports partner land trust in northern Ontario, Kensington Conservancy

 

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