Lake Laurentian Conservation Area
2309 South Bay Road P3E 6H7 Greater Sudbury, ON, Canada

TRAIL UPDATE WED JAN 19TH AT 1030 PM: The entire system was trackset this evening. Following today’s levelling efforts and after last night’s substantial snowfall, tracksetting has been much improved and conditions are considered good to very good.

Hope you had a great group ride folks!

Wow good job volunteers!

It is never too early to start skiing....!! Gabrielle (age 2) and her brother Benjamin (age 4) are trying out the new field practice track under the watchful ey...es of Mom Ellen and Grandma Joan PS.....the new Redwing Wetland Trail (light green) is temporarily closed....the beavers are trying to outsmart the skiers but....our volunteer groomers are ready for the challenge ..... please stay off that trail until further notice.....stay tuned!!

Hidden gems of the LLCA...

Hidden gems of the LLCA...

The newly tracked trails appear to have held up well today, as you can see in these photos, taken this evening. However, the wind overnight tonight, coupled wi...th the milder temperatures (and wind) forecasted tomorrow might not help, sadly. So get out early tomorrow if you’re planning on skiing. We’ll re-set these trails, and one or two others tomorrow night. Stay tuned. See more

Great video Will!

Beginning April 17, 2021 all groups of two or more persons visiting the LLCA must be from the same household. This remains in place until further notice.

It's National Volunteer Week! We were hoping to get our volunteer game back in action this spring, but with the stay-at-home order we had to delay any kind of volunteer event until at least May 20. And that's okay, safety first! We do have some fun volunteer trailwork sessions planned though, once it is safe to do so, like building a beaver lodge and improving trails. So stay tuned for that!... On this note of course, we must emphasize just how important volunteers are. Pretty much every boardwalk, viewing deck, bench, reroute or trail improvement was built, installed or completed by hard-working, selfless volunteers. It is because of these fine folks, that the Lake Laurentian Conservation is as beautiful and as well maintained as it is. So if you are or have been a volunteer at the LLCA, give yourself a little pat on the back right now and feel good knowing that you have helped keep people active and engaged with nature. We only hope to return your show of gratitude by continuing to protect the area and keeping it accessible for all for many many years to come. Thank You...

Camp Bitobig registration will start Tuesday April 27. For all the details visit our website - https://conservationsudbury.ca/en/llca-camp-bitobig.html

Let's talk about PARKING!!! Specifically, parking at Ida Street access. People, just like you, live in that neighbourhood and they need to go to work or get groceries like the rest of us. So when the road is packed full of cars, it makes that difficult at times. Fear not! We have teamed up with the friendly folks at Ethier Sand & Gravel Ltd to offer trail users some pretty convenient parking options. While parking on the street is available, we strongly encourage users to tak...e advantage of the arguably easier parking in front of Ethier Sand & Gravel Ltd. Users can park here after 5pm on weekdays and all day on weekends. Heck, you even get some more steps in! What more could you want! Not only will you get more steps in, you will be a considerate fellow citizen to those living on Ida Street. Being nice is the new cool. P.S. Thank you Ethier Sand & Gravel Ltd for your continued support!

We know some of the picnic tables are in rough shape, but this seems like a bit of an over reaction . We also accept emails. Fear not, the picnic table was retrieved (using a rake) and is ready for service once again. Thank you picnic table for supporting us (literally) all these years. We hope to retire you soon. Or if you were just having a bad day and needed to throw something, we can talk about that too. #mentalhealth

Nice! Remind us Rainbow Routes Association & Sudbury Singletrack Trail Collective to contribute a gas card towards it's use come next winter!

We are so happy to be chosen to compete for a $10,000 donation from Doyle Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Vote online at The New HOT 93.5 and Rewind 103.9 and help us s...ecure funds for the Conservation Area! https://www.hot935.ca/doyle-dodge-100-years-in-your-commun/ https://www.rewind1039.ca/doyle-dodge-100-years-in-your-co/

Due to the declared state of emergency that takes effect at 12:01 am on April 8,2021 all volunteer activities are postponed for at least 28 days. Please contin...ue to enjoy the Lake Laurentian Conservation Area for your mental and physical health. No groups of more than five persons allowed. Social distancing of at least 2 metres is required. No gathering permitted. Pets must be leashed. Simply put: Arrive. Enjoy. Depart. Thanks for your continued co-operation. Please join our mailing list at NDCFoundation.ca

Ice safety reminder! We have attached the classic ice thickness chart which shows how thick the ice needs to be to do a certain activity. Ice thickness on Lake Laurentian was measured today and there is about 10" of ice.... * Please note that we do not post regular updates of ice thickness measurements. Be safe!

Not only are every one of our sign posts equipped with a GPS location (that emergency services have on file), now you can download this app (it's free!) as well to add another tool to your safety toolbox while out using the trails. Stay safe everyone. https://www.thesudburystar.com//cf3b0195-49be-428d-a852-c4

Today's task...floating snow! Our friends at BioSki Cross-Country Ski & Snowshoe Club needed some help getting more snow onto the trail so we helped out as much as we could.

Just an FYI, we now have different dog poo bags in our Mutt Mitt dispensers. They are a little nicer on the environment and are on a roll like bags at the grocery store. Watch the video to see how to remove one! Don't worry...it's really easy!

Happy New Year Sudbury! Trails crew is back at it. First order of business... Tis the season for skiing! Everyone has been pretty good about not walking on the ski trails. Thank you. Please use caution whenever crossing the ski trail on foot. Also, there are two distinct trails at the Link Trail trailhead. Please use the foot path for walking.... Happy outdoorsing! (Not sure if that is a real word but we are making it one) Cheers! BioSki Cross-Country Ski & Snowshoe Club

Hikers need to be mindful of wet trail conditions too. Great little article from MEC. https://www.mec.ca//hit-the-trails-early-with-these-spring

Way to go Geoffrey! It was a pleasure to meet you the other day. Keep up the good work.

One of the wonderful scenes on the trails at BioSki to look forward to. Thanks to Janet Martindale for the beautiful shot.

After the recent announcement by the Government of Ontario regarding the enhanced COVID-19 restrictions, here is what you need to know when visiting the Lake Laurentian Conservation Area. * Outdoor gatherings are now limited to 5 people (must comply with physical distancing and face covering requirements). * Trails remain open but for through access only (This means you arrive, use the trail, and depart immediately. No lingering.)... * Avoid peak times (late morning and early afternoon). If an access point is busy, please go elsewhere or return at a later time. * Please wear a mask at access points if it is busy. * Please respect all trail users and give a wide berth of 2m or more by stepping off the trail and letting other users pass. For more information regarding the recent announcement, please follow this link: https://assets.documentcloud.org//enhanced-provincewide-sh Let's be smart and safe Sudbury!

It’s not too late to give the gift of conservation and to get a 2020 tax receipt! Donate online or mail your gift to us! (Please ensure that the postmark on you...r donation is on or prior to December 31 2020 to qualify for a 2020 tax receipt). https://nickeldistrictconservationfoundation.salsalabs.org/ See more

Excellent spring trail advice!

Looking for a great cause to support this @GivingTuesdayCa ? Donate to the Trail Maintenance and Development Fund Lake Laurentian Conservation Area and keep #adventure alive in Sudbury! https://bit.ly/37jFtPH

Volunteer Opportunity! We need your help cleaning up the Nature Chalet parking lot and surrounding area! Access points and trails can be really gross in the spring with garbage, dog poo and everything and anything else, rearing its ugly head when the snow melts. So we are gonna clean all that up! Disposable gloves, garbage bags and hand sanitizer will be provided. Please bring a mask. You will need to wear it for the entire duration of the session. A mask will be provided to ...you, if you arrive with no mask. We currently need to cap sessions to 10 people or less due to COVID-19 gathering restrictions. We will work our way down to the BioSki parking lot should time allow. We are kindly asking those interested to pre-register here https://nickeldistrictconservationfoundation.salsalabs.org/ * Participants must be a registered trails volunteer with the Nickel District Conservation Foundation and Conservation Sudbury. Please register to become a trails volunteer here https://nickeldistrictconservationfoundation.salsalabs.org/ * Participants must have signed and submitted the "Volunteer Waiver & Release Form" which is completed during the registration process. Copies of this form will be on-site at every session if you are unable to complete online. Thank you for volunteering with the Lake Laurentian Conservation Area!

It's a beauty day on the trails folks!

We are recommending that all trail users use an app called "what3words" when visiting the LLCA. If you are wondering what the heck this app does, check out this video. https://youtu.be/vYVHzAGtJ9k

Happy World Water Day! World Water Day is celebrated annually on March 22. This year, we are celebrating all the different roles water plays in our lives, its true value, and how we can better protect this vital resource. #water2me #Conservation https://www.ndcfoundation.ca/

Sign Up Below to Become a Member of Our Trail Maintenance Team! We Need Your Help to Keep Sudbury Trekking! Looking to get outdoors?... The trail systems at the Lake Laurentian Conservation Area need you! https://nickeldistrictconservationfoundation.salsalabs.org/

The Lake Laurentian Conservation Area trails remain open. The area is meant for passive, walk-through recreation only. Please follow signs and practice social distancing.

Don't forget your camera when you hit the trail this weekend. Our photo contest starts on Tuesday!! From Dec 1 to Dec 8 follow these instructions: 1. Follow ...NDCFoundation on Facebook, twitter or Instagram 2. Share a photo of Lake Laurentian Conservation Area and tag us and #LLCA_Adventures Win a beautiful basket from Crosscut Distillery or Conservation Sudbury and Ramakko's Source for Adventure which includes $100 gift card to Ramakko's!!!

Here’s what we have to look forward to......register before December 15th and save $10 off your ski membership. Check us out www.bioski.ca To register: https://zone4.ca/register.asp?id=24870&lan=1&cartlevel=1

Join in on the adventure and help us make a difference in our community and on our trails by becoming an RRA Trail Ambassador! As a local non-profit organizatio...n, we can use your help! We are re-launching our membership program and are offering all kinds of great new perks, including discounts on merch, products or services from partnering businesses and organizations like Kivi Park, Sessions Ride Company, Old Rock Coffee, and SPACECRAFT Brewery! We would like to give thanks to these wonderful community partners for supporting our vision. Find out more details and get your membership today by visiting: http://www.rainbowroutes.com/membership Thank you for supporting our mission to build and promote trails in Greater Sudbury and to support the development of outdoor based programming that promotes health, activity and a deep connection to our natural environments.

Now offering FREE long distance calls for your convenience! Just kidding...someone left us a beautiful old rotary phone. Are you too young to remember these?!

Contest Alert!! For GivingTuesday this year we are hosting a photo contest! From Dec 1 to Dec 8 follow these instructions: 1. Follow NDCFoundation on Facebook, ...twitter or Instagram 2. Share a photo of Lake Laurentian Conservation Area and tag us and #LLCA_Adventures Win a beautiful basket from Crosscut Distillery or Conservation Sudbury and Ramakko's Source for Adventure which includes $100 gift card to Ramakko's!!!

Throwback Thursday! Just wanted to give a special shout out to a particular couple folks today who made massive contributions to this place this past summer and fall. Thank you to Grace Wilson, Kayla Nickson, Sierra Crossthwaite, Sheilah Arena, Ursula Sauve and Stefano Mazza for all your hardwork!

Just when we thought the trail work was done....some temporary reroutes were created to permit earlier skiing through some traditionally slow-to-freeze sections.... Many thanks to Damien Duff, Marc Boissoneault, Mike Ouelette, Steve Reitzel, Chuck Miller, Will Kershaw, Gerard Courtin and Peter Beckett for your hard work!!! See more

We work together with the Greater Sudbury Police Service to provide accurate GPS locations of all our sign posts that visitors can use in case of an emergency. Here is another tool visitors can use to make sure they stay safe. https://what3words.com/products/what3words-app/

It's National Take a Hike Day! Enjoying the outdoors can lift your mood and lower anxiety. Lake Laurentian Conservation Area has over 55km of maintained trails ...for you to discover and they're free for everyone to enjoy. ndcfoundation.ca #hiking #nationaltakeahikeday #mentalhealth #covidsafe See more

Good morning. Saving the environment 1 bike ride at a time. #biketowork