Quinte Conservation’s Adopt an Acre campaign is back with a new project focused on enhancing pond habitat and creating hands-on learning opportunities at the H.R. Frink Conservation Area.
Located inside the conservation area, the Frink Centre is an outdoor environmental education facility where students and community groups can explore local ecosystems and learn about the environment around them.
The Frink Pond Project will connect conservation and education by helping students and visitors better understand the relationship between native vegetation, aquatic habitats, and wildlife.
The Pond Project was made possible through the support of Ducks Unlimited Canada and funding from Enbridge, whose partnership helped establish this valuable aquatic habitat.
Designed as a vernal pool, the pond naturally dries out each summer, reducing predation and creating ideal breeding conditions for salamanders.
Rock steps along the pond’s edge provide access for dip netting, a hands-on educational activity that helps students of all ages explore and learn about aquatic ecosystems.
Proceeds from the 2026 Adopt an Acre campaign will support the planting of native, berry-producing shrubs that provide food and shelter for birds and other wildlife, as well as fast-growing trees that enhance plant diversity and help stabilize the soil.
These additions will strengthen the habitat while creating new opportunities for visitors to learn about the importance of protecting and restoring local natural spaces.
The Adopt an Acre campaign runs until December 22. To participate in Adopt an Acre and make a lasting impact, visit the website, call 613-968-3434 ext. 123, or visit Quinte Conservation’s Main Office at 2061 Old Hwy 2 in Belleville.
All adoptions requiring shipping must be placed by December 15.
