Summer Field Report

If you want to see what the TREC work-crew did over the summer of 2021, our Summer Field Report has just been released, and it has all the information.

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Trout River Environmental Committee

2 weeks ago

Learning About TREC: Wednesday October 15th, 7pm.This event is for those who are interested in learning more about the work that Trout River Environmental Committee does to restore and conserve the natural integrity of our nine watersheds, our organization, memberships, and how to get more involved.Want to learn more about tree planting efforts, local environmental events, watershed health, wildlife monitoring, water quality monitoring, planting for pollinators, trails and more?Come by the Stanley Bridge Women’s Institute Wednesday October 15th at 7pm and listen to a presentation by Executive Director Shayla Steinhoff, as well as words from our board and members of the Stanley Bridge WI.We are happy to partner with the Sterling WI Community Hall on this event, and look forward to seeing new and familiar faces! ... See MoreSee Less

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Trout River Environmental Committee

3 weeks ago

TREC is hosting our annual Fall Volunteer Tree Planting Day Saturday, October 18th, 10am to 12pm!Volunteers will meet on site at 484 Taylor Road, North Granville, PE C0A 1EO and then follow map for driving instruction to the location. TREC will be on site to direct and signage will be posted. If you do not wish to drive your vehicle on a farm lane, please let us know and we can drive you down to the site from the home address. Please see map for details.The site is accessible and will include mowed trails, allowing for all age ranges to be able to attend this event. In total TREC plans to plant around 150 native trees, plants, and shrubs within the area.Volunteers are encouraged to wear proper footwear, bring their own pair of gloves, and water. Shovels will be provided, but feel free to bring your own as well.Lunch will also be provided on site! Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions.If you would like to volunteer or have any questions please email director@troutriverec.ca ... See MoreSee Less

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Trout River Environmental Committee

3 weeks ago

🌲Join TREC for a walk of the Devil's Punchbowl Trail, guided by Daniel McRae with Macphail Woods Ecological Forestry Project @macphailwoods on Saturday, September 20th, 10am-12pm!Come out and learn about native plant species within the Wabanaki-Acadian Forest, wildlife, watershed work and more!Please RSVP by emailing director@troutriverec.ca as spots are limited!If you have any questions regarding this walk, please reach out to the email above, or message us on Facebook or Instagram.Nature walk tips:1. Bring water2. Bring bug spray3. Wear proper footwear4. Download the Merlin ap on your phone (optional)5. Let us know about any restrictions or mobility issues prior to the walk and we will do our best to accommodate. Please let us know if you do not wish to be photographed as well.6. Ask us anything you would like to know during the walk!LOCATION: maps.app.goo.gl/6qY2AqH7CEctjjNz5 93 Devil's Punchbowl Road in South GranvillePlease note we will be meeting in the small parking lot at the trailhead. Go down the dirt road after the main sign, take your first left to the trailhead and parking lot if you do not wish to walk from the road, parking spots are limited. ... See MoreSee Less

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Trout River Environmental Committee

3 weeks ago

🐣 Annual Nesting Box Survey Results:TREC completes annual surveys of all 37 tree swallow nesting boxes we have installed around the watershed. We track if they are being used, if the user is a tree swallow, other bird, or possibly an unwanted guest such as a red squirrel or eastern chipmunk. During this time we also note maintenance requirements, site suitability, and if the box should be replaced with a standardized banding box in order to contribute to further monitoring efforts. Thank you so much to all of the landowners that make this work possible!🐣 Here are the 2025 results:Boxes used by wildlife: 32/37Species:Tree Swallow: 13Chickadee: 14Flying Squirrel: 1Eastern Red Squirrel or Chipmunk: 3Unknown Species: 1🐣 2024 results for comparison:Boxes used by wildlife: 26/37Species:Tree Swallow: 13Chickadee: 10Flying Squirrel: 1Eastern Red Squirrel or Chipmunk: 1Unknown Species: 1 ... See MoreSee Less

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Trout River Environmental Committee

1 month ago

TREC is undertaking several activities which help to restore and enhance in stream and riparian habitat for aquatic and terrestrial species. One of the ways we can enhance in stream habitat for native brook trout and other aquatic species is by building brush mats. Brush mats help to restore the natural meander of a stream, creating more diverse habitat, helping to trap sediments, uncover cobble and work to cool streams. They are built using cut spruce bows which are then staked and tied into the bank. This year TREC has constructed brush mats in Hope River, Granville Creek, and Andersons Creek. ... See MoreSee Less

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Trout River Environmental Committee

1 month ago

Tree Swallow Monitoring Results 🌳This summer, TREC partnered with several other watershed groups on the Cross-Watershed Tree Swallow Monitoring Project! This project helps us monitor tree swallow populations while also providing nesting habitat.In total TREC monitored 14 nest boxes, banded 6 adults, noted 2 female recaptures, observed 9 active nests, recorded 37 chicks fledge and banded 12 of these chicks. (see tree swallow chick being banded in photo #2)Thank you to the PEI Wildlife Conservation Fund and PEI Forest Fish and Wildlife for supporting this project! ... See MoreSee Less

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Trout River Environmental Committee

1 month ago

We will be there running a bird feeder workshop! Come visit us and other environmental organizations at Carr's Wildlife Centre this weekend! ... See MoreSee Less

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Trout River Environmental Committee

1 month ago

🌱 Haven’t applied yet for the PEI 2 Billion Trees Program? It’s not too late!Through this program, landowners can access free native trees and planting services to help enhance biodiversity and build resilience to the impacts of climate change. 🌍✨Here are the species that are available:🍁 Red Maple🌲 White Pine🌿 Yellow Birch🌲 White Spruce🌳 White Birch🌲 Eastern HemlockLearn how to apply here ➡️ www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/environment-energy-and-climate-action/pei-2-billion-tree...PEI Watershed Alliance ... See MoreSee Less

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