The Ruiter Valley... Expand your horizons !
In the heart of the Appalachians, a narrow valley is nestled within the Sutton Mountain range.
The unspoiled environment of the Ruiter Valley constitutes one of the last unfragmented areas in Southeastern Québec.
The Ruiter Valley Land Trust’s primary purpose is the protection of natural habitats.
We also offer a wonderful network of marked trails for eco-friendly activities such as hiking, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.
Take along a trail map and consult our
« Outdoor Activities » section for our “No Trace Trail Etiquette” that also respects this private domain. You will also find a number of accommodations in the area.
Water, source of life
The Land Trust sees the International Year of Water Cooperation as an opportunity to draw attention on the vital role of wetlands.
These ecosystems are key in the regulation of natural phenomena such as water purification, flood control, and shoreline stability.
Wetlands are also considered the most biologically diverse of all ecosystems, serving as home to a wide range of plant and animal life.
WHAT’S NEW ?
Youngsters Connected to Rivers and Streams !
An eco-blog on the diversity of wildlife.
For an eleventh consecutive year, the Land Trust has given the opportunity to over 150 children from Potton, Eastman, Saint-Etienne-de-Bolton,
East-Bolton, Austin et Brome Lake to discover nature’s treasures just in their backyard. Since 2003, over 1000 children have been initiated to ecology.
This year, the North Missisquoi and Coldbrook rivers served as a common thread in the development of our environmental program.
In February, children from Val-de-Grâce, du Baluchon and Mansonville Elementary schools explored the Missisquoi Nord pathway, which links the villages of
Saint-Etienne-de-Bolton, Eastman, East-Bolton and Mansonville. On the Knowlton side, Saint-Edouard and Knowlton Academy visited the Coldbrook stream, a
Brome Lake tributary which flows from the mountains of West Bolton. To learn some more on their discoveries, we invite you to visit their blog :
http://branchessurlafaune2013.blogspot.ca/
Our Faune sans frontière Program was made possible this year, thanks to :
Protecting the Ruiter Brook… one waterfall at a time
A big THANK YOU to Marie-Claire Planet and Daniel Sultan who donated a conservation servitude to the Land Trust over a section of their property straddling the brook.
This small parcel represents an important link between the Land Trust and the réserve naturelle des Montagnes-vertes. To date, over 3,500 hectares of natural habitats are protected by the
Ruiter Valley Land Trust, in full ownership or by way of conservation servitudes.
Welcome to Wilderness Magic.
Big Chalet for rent
Nestled in the Sutton Mountains, two miles north of the village of Dunkin, the Lodge is located in one of the last truly wild areas in Southern Quebec, adjacent to the Ruiter Valley Land Trust site.
A short walk brings you to your own private entry to the RVLT network of trails for hiking, snow-shoeing and x-country-skiing.
You can also take advantage of our proximity to the Owl’s Head Sutton and Jay Peak Ski Centres.
The Lodge :
- Five Bedrooms;
- Two Bathrooms;
- Large Dinning Area;
- Sun drenched huge living room with views of Jay Peak;
- Fully equipped kitchen with two stoves, two fridges, microwave oven;
- Wi-Fi available;
- Small cabin next door sleeps an extra four people;
- Heating : electric and wood stove.
500$ per day, 2500$ per Week. Contact : stansje@sympatico.ca
Upcoming events
Trail Work Bee: Sunday, June 2nd
Sunday June 2nd is National Trail Day. Anyone interested in lending a hand with minor chores such as brush cutting is welcome.
See details in the poster : http://www.valleeruiter.org/engl/RVLT-Maintenance-june2013.pdf Thank you !
RSVP at info@valleeruiter.org
Annual General Meeting
Our next Annual general Meeting will be held in the fall. Details will follow in September.
Protect one of the last wilderness area in southern Québec !
Support the Ruiter Valley Land Trust !
We need your support to maintain our trail network and conservation and education activities. To become a member, you just have to fill-out and return the membership coupon along with your contribution :
http://www.valleeruiter.org/engl/CouponDAdhesion-web.pdf Thank you !
ECO-GUIDES OF THE RUITER VALLEY
The Ruiter Valley Land Trust is pleased to introduce two pocket guides aimed at raising awareness among hikers on
the rich and diverse wildlife species and natural habitats that can be discovered along its network of trails.
An initiative made possible thanks to : 
A great gift idea with a trail map as bonus !
On sale for $10 at the Potton, Sutton and Magog Tourist Bureau or at the Potton and Sutton Public Libraries.
Also available at Au Naturel in Sutton, Pépinière Abbotsford or by e-mail at : info@ruitervalley.org
Woodland Plants
Short monographs of some of the most remarkable plants found in the Ruiter Valley woodlands that will accompany trail users along the way.
Each specimen is illustrated by colour photos and contains useful information that will facilitate flora identification.
Tracking Mammals
An introduction to wildlife monitoring techniques for the novice or experienced observer.
A description of the habitat and special characteristics of each species is included.
It is illustrated with colour photos and drawings of animal tracks and also includes a “Track Identification Form”.
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