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St. Williams Conservation Reserve

Rebuilding vital ecosystems to honour Ontario’s heritage

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Posted on November 7, 2017November 9, 2017 Author swcrcc

The vision for the Reserve is to restore the native ecosystems that existed here more than 200 years ago. We actively manage the ecological communities on the reserve to achieve this goal. All of our practices are based on sound research, expert consultation, and the best management practices available. Click on the management activities below […]

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Posted on September 4, 2010March 24, 2025 Author admin

From Forest to Desert Our pioneer forefathers were faced with deeply forested, impenetrable bush when they arrived in this area.cheap replica watches By law they had to clear their free land and farm it.  Without plant or forest cover,replica watches however, the sandy topsoil of this region blew away in the wind. Within 50 years […]

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Welcome

Posted on August 16, 2010July 24, 2020 Author admin

The St. Williams Conservation Reserve is a special place: Designated as a conservation reserve in 2004 because of its important natural heritage and cultural significance. The natural ecosystems and other special features found here are being protected and restored to sustain biodiversity.  These public lands can be explored and enjoyed by the public. The St. […]

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We are looking for new directors for the St. Williams Conservation Reserve Community Council. Our council would like to consider all expressions of interest. Please apply here.

News & Events

Prescribed Burns, Spring 2025

Posted on March 28, 2025May 7, 2025 Author joelle

Notice: Temporary Trail Closure at Zavitz Nursery Tract in St Williams effective immediately

Posted on February 4, 2025March 28, 2025 Author joelle

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Posted on October 7, 2024May 7, 2025 Author joelle

Prescribed Burns, Spring 2024

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SWCR is currently recruiting new volunteers.

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Species at risk

A “species at risk” is any naturally-occurring plant or animal that is in danger of extinction or of disappearing from the province.

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What is the SWCR?

The St. Williams Conservation Reserve includes 1035 hectares of Crown land in Norfolk County, Ontario. The Reserve is made up of two separate sites: the Nursery Tract and the Turkey Point Tract.

Our primary objective is to restore and enhance the native ecological communities at this site, which will benefit the many rare and threatened species that live here.

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