We are always looking for volunteers. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer now or in the future, please fill out the form below under "Volunteer" and we will contact you when an opportunity arises. At the Office Manager's discretion, memberships may be awarded to anyone who volunteers with the HRAA.
Conservation, Education & Community Interaction since 1977
Ongoing & Upcoming Events
Volunteer Tree Planting at Salt Springs Restoration Site
HRAA will be hosting our annual Tree Planting Event in October at our newly restored Salt Springs site! Details to come!
Annual General Meeting
The Board of Directors host the Annual General Meeting at the Conservation Center in February each year. We discuss the State of the Watershed, Financial Reports, Operations Report and more.
First weekend in June! Come on out for a fun-filled weekend here at the Hammond River Conservation Center. Registration opens in May!
Events and Activities to Enjoy Life on the Hammond River!
Here's a little video we made for the Enjoy Life 50+ Event. There are lots of ways to enjoy life on the Hammond River!!
Annual Volunteer Redd Count
- November 3rd, 2024
Redd counts (salmon nesting areas) are done by walking stretches of the Hammond and its tributaries looking for depressions in the cobble. We generally rely on numerous volunteer counters, led by trained HRAA staff in November of each year. Chili supper to follow at the Conservation Center. For dates, more info or to sign up to volunteer, please click the button below and send us a message!
Fly-tying
Free Fly-tying at the Conservation Center every Thursday evening at 6pm. All levels of skills welcome.
2024/2025 Classes start up in November
HRNC
Hammond River Nature Camp 2025
Registration opens March 1st, 2025
Camp runs from June 23 - August 29th!
For more information, visit our facebook page at
Annual Dinner & Auction
We will be hosting our 27th Dinner & Auction on May 10th, 2025 at St. Mark's Church, Quispamsis.
Come on out for an evening of fun, raffles, auctions and an amazing meal! Tickets available in March.
