The Bayfield River Valley Trail Association (BRVTA) and Huron Tract Land Trust Conservancy (HTLTC) are raising money for a new canoe and kayak launch.
The new launch will be at the Bayfield River Flats Natural Area, and the project is aiming to raise $20,000 to install the launch.
According to a press release, the fundraising goal is within reach thanks to a large local donation from an anonymous donor.
Additionally, a companion project to protect the riverbank in the area from erosion is also in the works.
A meet-and-greet community celebration and fundraising evening, at Bayfield Town Hall, is taking place in support of the canoe and kayak launch project. The event is on Wednesday, August 27 from 7-9 p.m., with doors opening at 6:30 p.m.
A cash bar is provided by Tyler Hessel and 1851 Bayfield Landing.
To learn more, or to donate, visit the Bayfield River Flats web page (https://htltc.ca/bayfield-river-flats/) and the Bayfield River Valley Trail Association website (https://www.bayfieldtrails.com/).
"We are overwhelmed by the generosity of the local community for helping to make the canoe and kayak launch a dream that is within reach," said Cathy Lalonde, Chair of the Canoe and Kayak Launch Project Fundraising Committee. "We are now looking for further donations to reach our $20,000 fundraising goal to complete the project. The project to prevent erosion, using innovative natural means, addresses environmental stewardship of the property while the canoe and kayak launch adds recreation and nature appreciation opportunities to the nature area."
