To: Watershed News Media

February 17, 2006

Kingston - The Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority (CRCA) is seeking volunteers to help with conservation activities at Little Cataraqui Creek Conservation Area.
The CRCA has a formal structure for volunteers called Friends Of Little Cataraqui Creek Conservation Area. CRCA Education Officer Stana Luxford is the organizer and contact person.

"We are planning a meeting for volunteers on Tuesday, Feb. 21, at 5:30 p.m. here at the Little Cataraqui Creek Conservation Area Outdoor Centre," says Ms. Luxford. "Please call me at 546-4228, ext. 251 if you are interested, or, contact me by e-mail at educate@cataraquiregion.on.ca."

Volunteers may participate in several ways.

• Trail patrollers walk Little Cataraqui Creek Conservation Area's trails once a month at times of their choosing then complete simple trail reports. Others serve as trail patrol leaders.
• Gardening assistants help at least once a month between May to August.
• Special events assistants help with these activities and may help to plan or lead spring or fall hikes.

"Join our Friends group and share healthy activities with like-minded people interested in furthering our conservation programs," explains Ms. Luxford. "I encourage anyone interested to call me and learn more about the opportunities to volunteer."

For more information call:

Stana Luxford, Education Officer (613) 546-4228 ext. 251