Equipment & Supply Needs

"At the Central Algoma Land Trust, every goal we reach is a team effort. To keep our programs running and our community growing, we rely on the tools and supplies that make our work possible. Whether you’re clearing out your garage, shopping our wish list, or donating funds to help us secure specific gear, your generosity puts the right tools in the right hands. Thank you for being a part of our story!

Field Equipment

Binoculars - Help our team be able to identify distant wildlife while conducting wildlife monitoring surveys.

Preferred Models - Vortex Crossfire HD 10x42 (entry level), Vortex Diamondback HD 10x42

Where to Buy - various locations including Urban Nature Store and Pelee Wings

Trail Cameras - Our network of trail cameras on our protected areas collect valuable data, but periodically they stop working or go missing.

Preferred Models - coming soon

Where to Buy - coming soon

Insect Nets - These will allow our team to conduct better surveys for butterflies, dragonflies, and other flying insects.

Where to Buy - Atelier Jean Paquet Inc.

Moth Traps - Help our team be able to survey for moth species across our protected areas.

Where to Buy - Etsy

Power Banks - Power banks that are 20000mAh or larger are needed for charging the moth traps.

Where to Buy - various locations (see on Amazon for an example)

Office Supplies

Laptops - We are looking for used laptops that our seasonal team members to use for basic web browsing and data entry.

Office Chairs - Ergonomic office chairs are needed to ensure we have enough seating for our seasonal contract team members this year.

How to Contribute

If you would like to help us secure the equipment and supplies listed above, please choose from the following options:

  • Donate Gently Used Items: If you own a item similar to what is on our wish list and it is in good working condition, we would love to hear from you. Please contact us to discuss the item and make arrangements for the donation.

  • Purchase an Item Directly: Many items on our list include a link to a specific item. You can purchase these directly and have them shipped to us at the address below, or ship them to yourself and deliver them in person. If there are any questions before ordering, please contact us.

  • Make a Targeted Donation: If you prefer to provide the funds for us to purchase an item directly, you can make a financial donation. We ask that these donations be "above and beyond" your regular annual giving. Please contact us before donating so we can ensure your donation is allocated to the correct item.

Thank you for your generous support of our local conservation work!

Mailing Address:
Central Algoma Land Trust
69 Boyer Drive, PO Box 127
Desbarats, ON P0R 1E0