The Bruce Trail Conservancy (BTC) is excited to celebrate the creation of its latest protected natural area through the purchase of the former Talisman Mountain Resort lands in the Beaver Valley.
The Bruce Trail Conservancy recently announced a significant purchase of the former Talisman Mountain Resort lands within the Beaver Valley section of the Trail. This purchase enables the Bruce Trail to secure an additional 885 metres of hiking paths, protects over 120 acres of ecologically sensitive Niagara Escarpment land, and provides opportunities for habitat restoration.
“After more than a decade of development speculation on the former Talisman resort property, we took the opportunity to step in to protect the Bruce Trail and more than 120 acres of vulnerable Niagara Escarpment lands beloved by the community. The securement of this property is a win for nature that relies on us to protect it, for the community in the Beaver Valley, and for Canada’s most iconic footpath.”
Michael McDonald, CEO of the BTC
“We have an exciting opportunity to restore neglected and damaged habitats on this property. These will be some of the most ambitious restoration projects in our organization’s history, helping us fulfill our mission to preserve a ribbon of wilderness, for everyone, forever.”
Adam Brylowski, Director of Conservation and Trail
For more information: BTC Article on Acquisition of Talisman Property
Also, listen to a CBC interview with Michael McDonald, CEO of the Bruce Trail Conservancy