Quinte Conservation is encouraging people to give the gift of nature this holiday season.
For $30, the Adopt an Acre fundraiser allows people to symbolically adopt an acre in honour of a loved one and help preserve Quinte Conservation’s protected areas.
You’ll receive an adoption certification with the name you designate and a tax receipt.
If you adopt two acres for $60 you’ll receive an adoption certificate and a plush toy animal friend.
Communication’s Specialist Kirsten Geisler says all proceeds from the campaign go toward the continued preservation and maintenance of Quinte Conservation’s green spaces.
That includes upgrades and improvements to trails and structures like bridges, boardwalks, shelters, picnic tables, and benches.
Quinte Conservation hopes to adopt out 200 acres this year.
Last year the program raised just over $13,000 and helped complete projects at Little Bluff, Vanderwater, and other conservation areas.
Acres are available for adoption at QuinteConservation.ca or by calling 613-968-3434.
Orders must be placed by December 13, 2021, for delivery in time for the holidays.
Curbside pick-up is not available this year.
