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A Conservation Area owned and operated by the Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority

Located at the north end of the City of Brockville, Ontario, just 2 km from Highway 29, Mac Johnson Wildlife Area is operated by the Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority and includes 532 hectares (1314 acres) of wetland, field and forest.

10/13/2026

Enjoy the Fun Family Fall Festival in Brockville This Weekend!

This coming Saturday, Oct. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Fall Festival presented by the Friends of the Mac Johnson Wildlife Area will take place on the grounds of the popular Brockville-area conservation property.

The Mush Larose Dogsled Teams are back with races starting at 11 a.m.. The races will be accompanied by great food from the volunteer-run canteen as well as warm drinks by the campfire.

Also on hand will be the local OSPCA’s Halloween-in Walk as well as special guests from Augusta Township and Area Butterfly Way! Don't forget to stop by the Kids Zone to carve your own pumpkin and to put on your detective hats for a Fabulous Fall Scavenger Hunt.

Admission to the event is free, but donations are welcome and will be accepted at the gate. All proceeds go to help support the programs and property of the Mac Johnson Wildlife Area, which is owned and managed by Cataraqui Conservation with significant support and assistance from the Friends.

For more information, visit https://cataraquiconservation.ca/pages/friends-of-mac-johnson-wildlife-area

10/06/2026

Fall Festival Returns to Mac Johnson!

It’s become a much anticipated, family-friendly event throughout the Cataraqui Region. On Saturday, Oct. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Fall Festival presented by the Friends of the Mac Johnson Wildlife Area will take place on the grounds of the popular Brockville-area conservation property.
The Mush Larose Dogsled Teams are back with races starting at 11 a.m.. The races will be accompanied by great food from the volunteer-run canteen as well as warm drinks by the campfire.

Also on hand will be the local OSPCA’s Halloween-in Walk as well as special guests from Augusta Township and Area Butterfly Way! Don't forget to stop by the Kids Zone to carve your own pumpkin and to put on your detective hats for a Fabulous Fall Scavenger Hunt.

Admission to the event is free, but donations are welcome and will be accepted at the gate. All proceeds go to help support the programs and property of the Mac Johnson Wildlife Area, which is owned and managed by Cataraqui Conservation with significant support and assistance from the Friends.

For more information, visit https://cataraquiconservation.ca/pages/friends-of-mac-johnson-wildlife-area

10/02/2026

During the summer of 2026, the Friends of Mac Johnson Wildlife Area and community volunteers undertook a major refresh and update to the pollinator garden located next to the parking lot at the Debruge Rd. entrance to the Wildlife Area. Under the guidance of Bev Wagar, Master Gardener and recent arr...

09/25/2026

Tree Sales Return to Mac Johnson Wildlife Area!

The Friends of Mac Johnson Wildlife Area are once again holding their Fall Tree Sale at the Stefan Foerster Tree Nursery located at 4673 Debruge Rd, Tincap. The sale dates are Saturday Sept. 19, Wednesday Sept. 23, Saturday Sept. 26 and Wednesday Sept. 30 from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon. Payment for the trees can be made by credit card, debit, cheque, cash or e transfer. Donation and Friends memberships can also be made at the same time.

This year we will be offering some special sale prices on white pine, white spruce and lots of other trees.
Purchasing and planting tree will help the Friends continue with their work with-in the Wildlife Area and also help the environment. We encourage you to come out and browse the nursery, seek advice, give advice and be part of the Mac Johnson Wildlife Area conservation efforts. While there, take some time and enjoy the trails, check out the pollinator garden, view the new signage and don't forget your camera for some of the scenic views we have to offer. Hope to see you at the sale.
https://cataraquiconservation.ca/pages/events

09/18/2026

Tree Sales Return to Mac Johnson Wildlife Area!

Tree Sales Return to Mac Johnson Wildlife Area!
The Friends of Mac Johnson Wildlife Area are once again holding their Fall Tree Sale at the Stefan Foerster Tree Nursery located at 4673 Debruge Rd, Tincap. The sale dates are Saturday Sept. 19, Wednesday Sept. 23, Saturday Sept. 26 and Wednesday Sept. 30 from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon. Payment for the trees can be made by credit card, debit, cheque, cash or e transfer. Donation and Friends memberships can also be made at the same time.
This year we will be offering some special sale prices on white pine, white spruce and lots of other trees.
Purchasing and planting tree will help the Friends continue with their work with-in the Wildlife Area and also help the environment. We encourage you to come out and browse the nursery, seek advice, give advice and be part of the Mac Johnson Wildlife Area conservation efforts. While there, take some time and enjoy the trails, check out the pollinator garden, view the new signage and don't forget your camera for some of the scenic views we have to offer. Hope to see you at the sale.
https://cataraquiconservation.ca/pages/events

For more information on the Friends, please visit https://cataraquiconservation.ca/pages/friends-of-mac-johnson-wildlife-area

09/11/2026

Save the Dates! Brockville Area Fall Tree Sales Return!

It’s that time of year again! The Friends of Mac Johnson Wildlife Area host their annual fall tree sales event, at the Stefan Forester Nursery at the Wildlife Area, on Sept. 19, 23, 26 and 30.

Species available and prices to come soon.

For more information on the Friends, please visit https://cataraquiconservation.ca/pages/friends-of-mac-johnson-wildlife-area

09/10/2026

Hikes of the Frontenac Arch Biosphere Region Happening This Weekend!

Free guided hikes within the UNESCO Frontenac Arch Biosphere Region.

Friday Sept. 11
• Wintergreen Studios at 2 p.m.
• Gould Lake Conservation Area at 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, Sept. 12
• Mac Johnson Wildlife Area at 10 a.m.
• Upper St. Lawrence Kahnekaronnion (River) at 1 p.m.
• Jones Falls & Rideau Canal at 4 p.m.

Sunday, Sept. 13
• Thousand Islands National Park at 10 a.m.

For further details and registration visit https://frontenacarchbiosphere.ca/event/fab-trails-festival/

09/07/2026

A FABulous Way To Enjoy Nature!

Join FAB, Cataraqui Conservation and partners for the 2026 Trails Fest, a series of free guided hikes within the UNESCO-designated Frontenac Arch Biosphere Region this weekend.

Hikes will take place on the following dates:
Friday, Sept. 11
• Wintergreen Studios at 2 p.m.
• Gould Lake Conservation Area at 5:30 p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 12
• Mac Johnson Wildlife Area at 10 a.m.
• Upper St. Lawrence Kahnekaronnio (River) at 1 p.m.
• Jones Falls & Rideau Canal at 4 p.m.
Sunday September 13
• Thousand Islands National Park at 10 a.m.

For further details and registration visit https://frontenacarchbiosphere.ca/event/fab-trails-festival/

06/24/2026

As the owner of the Cataraqui Trail, Cataraqui Conservation welcomes area residents and visitors alike to come on out for a stroll, a hike, a run, a bike ride or even a horseback ride any time of year.

We just have a few guidelines to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all 104 kilometres of trail for everyone:

• Respect the privacy of people living beside the trail.
• Hunting on trail property is prohibited.
• Respect and obey all trail signs.
• Keep dogs on a leash at all times.
• Don’t litter, and please clean up after pets and horses.
• Take nothing but photographs.
• Leave plants and flowers for others to enjoy.
• Protect and do not disturb wildlife.
• Because people use the trail both on foot and on wheels, alert slower-moving users to your presence, slow down, and proceed with caution as you pass them (generally on the left).

Learn more here: https://cataraquitrail.ca/

06/20/2026

Today!!

The Friends of Mac Johnson Wildlife Area are once again holding
a special Fathers Day Tree Sale on Saturday, June 20, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon.
Payment for the trees can be made by credit card, debit, cheque, cash or e transfer. Donation and Friends memberships can also be made at the same time.

Click this link for available species and pricing:https://crca.ca/wp.../uploads/2026-MJWA-Spring-TreeList.pdf

For more information about the Friends, please see https://cataraquiconservation.ca/pages/friends-of-mac-johnson-wildlife-area

Address

4649 Debruge Road
Brockville, ON

Telephone

+16135464228

Website

http://www.crca.ca/

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