Quinte Field Naturalists' April meeting will focus on how limestone has uniquely shaped the biodiversity of the Quinte region. Limestone rock and landform are a familiar sight across the Quinte region. Robert Ormston will be speak about how limestone surface geology shapes landscapes through its specific topography, ch...

The City of Belleville is advising residents of temporary changes to curbside waste collection due to the upcoming Easter long weekend. Collection schedules will be adjusted during the week of Good Friday, April 3 with all collection days moving one day earlier than usual. Residents are asked to note the following chan...

In a motion put forward by board member Kathryn Brown through a virtual vote in March, the authority determined that it has a mandated responsibility under Ontario's Conservation Authorities Act to ensure that development and infrastructure projects within its jurisdiction do not negatively impact the integrity of the ...

The next Bay of Quinte Greens' Speaker Series Event will focus on drought and water scarcity. A panel discussion: "When Wells Run Dry: Drought and Farming in the County," will be held Wednesday March 25, at 6:30pm, at The Andrew, 31 King St. in Picton. 2025 brought one of the most severe droughts in the Count...

The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) has protected 53 hectares at Varty Lake in Ontario's Napanee Plain area. The project which reflects a true partnership, safeguards close to 800 metres of shoreline as well as marsh and forest habitats that filter water, store carbon, and support wildlife, and with benefits that ex...

This weekend marks the 48th Annual Waterfowl Weekend at Presqu'ile Provincial Park. Waterfowl from over 20 species arrive in Presqu'ile Bay each spring to rest and feed before moving north to their nesting areas, giving birdwatchers a great opportunity to see and appreciate a wide range of waterfowl species. Those new ...

With a significant amount of rain forecast for Wednesday, both Lower Trent Conservation and Quinte Conservation have issued advisories regarding the potential for flooding. Read both statements below: Lower Trent Conservation (LTC) advises municipalities and the public that a Flood Warning has been issued for the local...

The Laurie Gashinski Outdoor Education Fund through Quinte Conservation assists local classes with field trip costs for Quinte Conservation's outdoor education program. Teachers may apply for a fee top-up to ensure all their students are able to participate in outdoor learning and activities. Laurie, a teacher at Sir J...

Quinte Field Naturalists welcome a Brighton biologist to their March meeting Andrea Kingsley has lived and worked across Canada and Ontario giving her a strong knowledge of birds and their songs from many habitats and from many areas of the country. She has a strong background in biology and natural history interpretat...

Quinte Conservation is advising residents of the potential for nuisance flooding due to expected rainfall and warming temperatures. Weather Forecast: Weather forecasts for the Quinte Watershed predict 30-35 mm of rainfall in the southern portions of the watershed and Prince Edward County over the next few days. Areas n...