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Be safe, be seen this hunting season

🍂🦌 Attention nature enthusiasts! Hunting season is in full swing. When you're out enjoying the crisp fall weather on your walks or hikes, remember to wear blaze orange. This bright, visible color helps ensure you're seen by hunters, keeping you safe while you explore the great outdoors.

Be safe, be seen, and enjoy the beauty of the season responsibly!

Public Information Centre - West Grey

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – September 26th, 2023

Public Invited to Information Centre on Floodplain Mapping Study: A Joint Initiative by Saugeen Conservation, Municipality of West Grey, and D.M. Wills Associates Limited

MUNICIPALITY OF WEST GREY, ONTARIO –

Aiming to strengthen community resilience and safety, Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA), in collaboration with the Municipality of West Grey and D.M. Wills Associates Limited, has initiated a vital study focused on updating the floodplain...

2 Request for Proposals, Ash Tree Removal at Campgrounds

Request for Proposals 1. Ash Removal Brucedale Campground

This project involves the removal of ash trees and other hazardous trees from a campground. There are approximately 280 ash and 20 other hardwood trees that require complete removal, not including stumps. The trees are located near trailers and other structures including utilities. This project could be started October 17th, 2023. Completion must be prior to April 2024, ideally completed in 2023.

Download the RFP here.

2. Ash Removal Saugeen...

Saugeen Conservation Commences Critical Floodplain Mapping Study in Saugeen Shores

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 27th, 2023 Saugeen Conservation in Partnership with Water’s Edge Environmental Solutions,
Commence Critical Floodplain Mapping Study

TOWN OF SAUGEEN SHORES, ONTARIO –

In an effort to bolster community resilience and safety, Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA), in collaboration with Water’s Edge Environmental Solutions, has launched a vital study to update floodplain mapping in the Southampton area. The primary goal of this initiative is to enhance our...

July 14th, 2023 Water Safety Statement

Watershed Conditions Statement: Water Safety Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) advises that the watershed is likely to receive an additional 15-25 mm of rain on Saturday, July 15th, which will increase already elevated water levels.

Friday, July 14th, 2023 to Tuesday, July 18th, 2023

Severe thunderstorms early Thursday morning brought significant amounts of rain to the watershed. Rainfall totals over the past 36-hours have ranged from 20-100 mm, with the greatest amounts recorded along...