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Protecting life, property and watershed resources in partnership with the community.

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Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority

A photo, by Brian Lasenby, of a Painted Turtle on lily pad.

Turtle Hatchling Release Event

The annual Turtle Hatchling Release Event takes place on Thursday, September 3, 2026.
A map showing yellow area where MDCA trail is temporarily closed.

Notice of Temporary Closure of Part of Trail

Part of Morrison Dam Conservation Area trail will be closed, temporarily August 10-15, 2026. The parking lot, south of Morrison Reservoir, will be closed August 10-11, 2026.
Fauna and flora at Morrison Reservoir.

Office closed on Labour Day

The Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA) office is closed on Monday, September 7, 2026 for Labour Day.
Notices and Service Disruptions
Conservation Authorities Act
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Calculate. Donate. Plant.
Donate to local tree planting, through Footprints to Forests, to capture carbon. Calculate. Donate. Plant.
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Thanks to the community for protecting our turtles and reporting turtle sightings.
Turtle Reporting
Report your sightings of turtles here.
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