Long Point Region Conservation Authority
4 Elm St N4G 0C4 Tillsonburg, ON, Canada

Take a look back at LPRCA's 2020! Read our annual report: https://lprca.on.ca//2/03/LPRCA-Annual-Report-2020_web.pdf Watch our Year in Review video summary: https://youtu.be/YMfFvXgYtv8

Some seasonal campsites are still available at Backus Heritage Conservation Area and Haldimand Conservation Area, but they won't be for long. Email [email protected] or call 519-586-2201 ext. 221 to discuss available sites.

Long Point Region Conservation Authority's Administration Office will be closed Friday, April 2 through Monday, April 5. Service - through phone and email - will resume on Tuesday, April 6. Have a lovely Easter weekend!

Happy #WorldWaterDay! DYK that 95% of Ontario inhabitants live in watersheds managed by Conservation Authorities? CAs deliver services and programs that help keep our water clean and plentiful. Learn more about watershed management: https://bit.ly/3s7eDmU #ConservationMatters

We want you on our team! Applications are open for seasonal positions with LPRCA but time is running out. We're hiring Gate Attendants, Historic Site Interpreters, Lifeguards & more. Find the position postings and application information at https://lprca.on.ca/about/employment-volunteers/.

Don't miss your chance to join the LPRCA team! Check the employment page on our website for available position postings and details: https://lprca.on.ca/about/employment-volunteers/

LPRCA's planning and permitting services are available remotely. Submit inquiries and applications by email to [email protected]. Learn more: https://lprca.on.ca//planning-permitting-services-continu/

Did you know that on average you only need to apply 1 tablespoon of road salt for 1 square metre of paved surface? In fact, 1kg of salt will melt 46kg of ice, so apply sparingly! #WinterWednesdays

UPDATE: All Administration Office phone lines are back up and running. ------------------------------ PREVIOUS UPDATE: Our main phone line, 519-842-4242, is now working. Issues persist with line extensions. Please reach us at 519-842-4242 or through email. Thank you.... ------------------------------ ORIGINAL POST: We are currently experiencing difficulties with our Administration Office phone lines. For now, email is the best way to reach us. Contact [email protected] or email staff directly by clicking their name in the staff directory: https://lprca.on.ca/about/staff-directory/. We apologize for the inconvenience.

If it's an option, consider shoveling snow instead of salting. By clearing your driveway and sidewalk early in the day and letting the sun do the melting for you, less salt will be needed and less of it will end up in rivers and groundwater sources. #WinterWednesdays

Oil spills & leaks can occur because of corrosion, overfilling, improper tank location, installation & maintenance. Check your tank for leaks to ensure you're protecting drinking water sources & staying warm this winter! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3kkFKGs #WinterWednesdays

The LPRCA Administration Office will be closing at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 24, and will reopen at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, December 29 for service by phone & email. The office will also be closed on Thursday, December 31, and Friday, January 1. Have a safe, happy holiday!

Removing obstructions such as leaves and trash from storm drains can encourage better drainage and help stop the drains from freezing. Because some storm drains lead to lakes and rivers, never apply salt directly on them. #SourceWaterON #DrinkingWaterSources #WinterWednesdays

Did you know that salt works best between 0C and -10C? When temperatures are too cold for salt to be effective, there are alternatives you can use to create traction to help avoid slipping on icy surfaces. To learn more visit https://bit.ly/3ngTKmA #WinterWednesdays #SaltingShift

Are you ready for WINTER? Follow our Winter Wednesday social media posts throughout the cold season to learn tips and tricks for staying safe while also protecting our valuable drinking water sources. #SourceWaterON #DrinkingWaterSources #WinterWednesdays

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: Long Point Region Conservation Authority is seeking a Lands & Waters Technician. Visit https://lprca.on.ca/about/employment-volunteers/ to view the job posting. Posting closes at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, January 8, 2021.

Our friends at Shadowland Theatre are presenting a series of NORfolktales shorts, live on Facebook on Thursday, November 26. These shorts evolved from the highly acclaimed outdoor show performed at Backus Heritage Village in 2017. You're not going to want to miss this!

Long Point Region Conservation Authority (LPRCA) has terminated the Flood Warning for the Lake Erie shoreline within LPRCA's jurisdiction. The shoreline remains under a standing Flood Outlook. Learn more: http://bit.ly/floodwatchlprca #ONflood #onwx #onstorm

Snow removed from roads and parking lots may be contaminated with salt, oil & heavy metals. Once the snow melts these contaminants may reach groundwater or surface water. Local source protection plans help manage risks to drinking water sources. Learn more: www.sourcewater.ca #WinterWednesdays

Effective immediately, Long Point Region Conservation Authority (LPRCA) is issuing a Flood Warning for the Lake Erie shoreline within LPRCA's jurisdiction. See the full message at http://bit.ly/floodwatchlprca #ONflood #onwx

It was an unconventional season, but thank you for spending it with us. We look forward to seeing you again next year!

Long Point Region Conservation Authority (LPRCA) has issued a Flood Watch for the Lake Erie shoreline. See the full message at http://bit.ly/floodwatchlprca #ONflood #onwx

The Long Point Region Conservation Authority Administration Office will be closed on Monday, October 12. Service - through phone and email - will resume on Tuesday, October 13. Happy Thanksgiving!

There's still time to enjoy the outdoors at Backus Heritage, Deer Creek, Norfolk & Waterford North Conservation Areas! Day-use parking passes can be reserved online, using the 'parking' section on https://longpoint.goingtocamp.com. Parks close for the season on Thursday, October 15.

High water levels and strong winds over Lake Erie are expected to lead to minor flooding, wave uprush and shoreline erosion. See the message at http://bit.ly/floodwatchlprca #ONflood #onwx #onstorm

The Memorial Forest Dedication Service video is now available for viewing at www.bit.ly/LPRCAmemorial2020. Join us as we commemorate those who have passed with the planting of a growing memorial.

This year, LPRCA's Memorial Forest Dedication Service will be in video form. On Sunday, September 20 at 2 p.m. the recorded service will available online at bit.ly/LPRCAmemorial2020. Join us as we commemorate those who have passed with the planting of a growing memorial.

The Long Point Region Conservation Authority Administration Office will be closed on Monday, September 7. Service - through phone and email - will resume on Tuesday, September 8. Have a safe and enjoyable long weekend!

Feeding wildlife may do more harm than good. Wildlife can become dependent on artificial food sources. They can lose their natural fear of humans and pets, becoming more prone to conflict. Habituated wildlife can become aggressive. #HealthyHikes

With an increase in visitors at Conservation Areas, please share the trails responsibly, practice #physicaldistancing and stay 6 feet apart! Check out these trail etiquette tips from @ontrails: https://bit.ly/2YaE0aE #StepIntoNature... #HealthyHikes #ConservationAreas See more

Enjoy the outdoors, safely! Conservation Areas have adopted enhanced safety measures in accordance with health guidelines to maintain #physicaldistancing & comply with gathering limits. Day-use at LPRCA parks with campgrounds requires registration. #StepIntoNature #HealthyHikes

That’s a lot of garbage! Conservation Authorities are diverting resources into frequent and major cleanups, especially after weekend visits. Please be considerate and help lessen the burden by responsibly disposing of garbage in bins and/or at home. #StepIntoNature #HealthyHikes

Season Passes are here! Available at the Backus, Deer Creek, Norfolk and Waterford North Conservation Area gatehouses for only $30. A Season Pass gets you day-use access to the four Conservation Areas, without the standard reservation fee for each visit. Season Pass holders will still need to reserve space at a CA through our online reservation system, but the fee will be waived. A great deal for regular visitors to our CAs! Pick one up today!... Details: https://www.lprca.on.ca/pages/1357923760/Season-Pass See more

Long Point Region Conservation Authority has issued a Level 1 Low Water Advisory for the Long Point Region watershed. Due to lower-than-average amounts of rain over the past 90 days, those in the watershed are asked to reduce non-essential water usage. Read more: https://bit.ly/LPRCAlowwater

There's still time to apply for LPRCA's full-time Water Resources Analyst position. Submit your application by 4:30 p.m. on Monday - see the full position details at http://bit.ly/lprcajobs.

Long Point Region Conservation Authority has updated the ongoing Flood Outlook Statement: Lake Erie water levels remain high, meaning a continued risk of flooding and erosion along the shoreline. See the full message at http://bit.ly/floodwatchlprca #ONflood #onwx