Bay of Quinte RAP

The Bay of Quinte has a balance of prey and predator fish species. With the great water quality to support them throughout their life-cycle. ontario.ca/page/guide-eating… @BellevilleON @quintewest @Shire_Hall #PrinceEdwardCounty @Greater_Napanee

The Bay of Quinte is included in the Lake Ontario - Eastern Basin fishing zone. An area the runs from east of Colborne to Kingston. Also, there are two nearshore areas in the Bay that have their own advisory tables. ontario.ca/page/guide-eating… @belleville_on @quintewest

Take advantage of this great fall weather and get out fishing. Bay of Quinte fish are healthy, abundant, and great eating. Check the Guide to Eating Ontario Fish for consumption advise. ontario.ca/page/guide-eating… @LandACounty @belleville_on @quintewest @Shire_Hall @Greater_Napanee

There's still time before freeze up to complete a fencing project. Book your free site visit. Today. bqrap.ca/get-involved-learn/… @OntAg @OntarioSoilCrop @OntarioBeef @OntarioFarms @BeefFarmersON

Prairie strips reduce soil erosion and nutrient loss, while improving water quality and wildlife habitat. Our funding will support establishment along waterways, or where erosion is impacting water quality. farmprogress.com/keyword/pra… bqrap.ca @OntAg @OntarioSoilCrop

Having this type of extensive data ensures when decisions are made about changing the status of the environmental challenges or when the times comes to remove the bay from the Areas of Concern list, it is done with a strong scientific knowledge and understanding of the ecosystem.

Our October newsletter is here. This month covers A Strong Foundation In Science, Prairie Strips, and Livestock Fencing. mailchi.mp/cf384a7d12b3/a-st… @LandACounty @belleville_on City Of Quinte West @Shire_Hall #PrinceEdwardCounty Town of Greater Napanee

There's still time to complete a fencing project before the snow flies. Book your free site visit, Today. bqrap.ca/get-involved-learn/… @OntAg @OntarioSoilCrop @OntarioBeef @OntarioFarms @BeefFarmersON

When the RAP is complete there needs to be a plan in place to ensure it doesn't backslide. wrww.youtube.com/watch?v=qwe… @LandACounty @belleville_on City Of Quinte West @Shire_Hall #PrinceEdwardCounty Town of Greater Napanee

A Phosphorus Management Strategy is being developed to outline best practices for dealing with phosphorus issues in the future. bqrap.ca/who-we-are/phosphor… @belleville_on City Of Quinte West @Shire_Hall #PrinceEdwardCounty Town of Greater Napanee

One of the main environmental issues with the Bay has always been the amount of nutrients entering it, particularly phosphorus. Today, the Bay of Quinte is meeting the phosphorus target outlined in its RAP. bqrap.ca/environmental-chall…

There's still time to get a cover crop planted. We can help with the cost of seed. A cover crop will reduce runoff and enhance soil health. bqrap.ca/get-involved-learn/…

Bay of Quinte fish are healthy, abundant, and great eating. Use the Guide to Eating Ontario Fish for consumption levels by species and size. ontario.ca/page/guide-eating… @BellevilleON @quintewest @Shire_Hall #PrinceEdwardCounty @Greater_Napanee

Book your FREE Soil Testing, Today! Knowing your nutrient levels can increase yields and save you money on fertilizer. bqrap.ca/get-involved.../hea… @OntAg @OntarioSoilCrop @OntarioBeef @OntarioFarms @BeefFarmersON @BetterFarmingON @GrainFarmers

bqrap.ca/get-involved-learn/… Our Shoreline Planting Program helps you establish native plants on your shoreline. It includes a free site visit to decide on the best approach for your shoreline and a customized planting plan. @BellevilleON @quintewest @Shire_Hall @Greater_Napanee

The updated Guide to Eating Ontario Fish will help Ontarians identify and prepare the types and amounts of fish that are safer to eat from over 2,800 lakes and rivers in Ontario. ontario.ca/page/guide-eating… @BellevilleON @quintewest @Shire_Hall #PrinceEdwardCounty @Greater_Napanee

You can reduce phosphorus input to the Bay of Quinte. Pick up pet waste, reduce the amount of impervious surface around your home, clean up leaves and debris, pick up loose litter, and generally be aware of what goes down the storm drain. bqrap.ca/get-involved-learn/… @BellevilleON

Fall is a great time to complete projects that take charge of your soil health, protect water quality, and increase yields. We offer grants that can help. Book your free site visit, Today! bqrap.ca/get-involved-learn/… @OntAg @OntarioSoilCrop @OntarioBeef @GrainFarmers

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Today provides an opportunity to deepen our understanding of the inter-generational effects of residential schools and to reflect on their enduring legacy as part of the ongoing journey toward truth, healing, and reconciliation.

Water Soldier - What can you do to help stop the spread? Private citizens can help by hand pulling populations they find along shorelines, or while boating or fishing. The IF YOU SEE IT, PULL IT! video explains the process. youtube.com/watch?v=uh9TcNQn…