Established in 1968 for the Preservation of Williams Lake
Dear Friends of the Backlands,
This is such good news for our mission to protect the Backlands. As you will read below, the Nova Scotia Nature Trust has a campaign to protect 17 acres of treasured land near Purcells Pond. The Pond is a special place for quiet reflection, swimming and watching wildlife.
The Hank Rogers Music Festival is moving to the Williams Lake Backlands for its 2024 re-boot.
Did you know that Halifax Regional Municipality has discontinued reporting ice thickness on lakes? Before heading out to enjoy your favourite ice activities, please ensure the ice is an appropriate thickness and quality.
Public Works Minister Kim Masland is delivering on her promise to save Williams Lake by fixing the aging and leaky dam.
Happy Holidays, Williams Lake! Just click to see it snow… you do want to see some snow, don’t you?