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 for New Purchases - Vortex Crossfire HD 10x42, Vortex Diamondback HD 10x42
Where to Buy - various locations including Urban Nature Store and Pelee Wings
Donate Used - must be modern, quality binoculars in good working condition
Trail Cameras - Our network of trail cameras on our protected areas collect valuable data, but they periodically need replacing.
Preferred Models for New Purchases - coming soon
Where to Buy - coming soon
Donate Used - must be in good working condition
Insect Nets - These will allow our team to conduct better surveys for butterflies, dragonflies, and other flying insects.
Preferred Models for New Purchases - various
Where to Buy - Atelier Jean Paquet Inc.
Donate Used - must be high quality and in good condition
Moth Traps - Help our team be able to survey for moth species across our protected areas.
Preferred Models for New Purchases - various
Where to Buy - Etsy
Snowshoes & Poles - Snowshoes help our team conduct field work in the winter months and they can also be loaned to community members to be able to participate in our guided snowshoe outings.
Preferred Models for New Purchases - snowshoe brands such as Atlas or Tubbs, 25 to 30 inch length, Komperdell poles
Where to Buy - Tubbs Snowshoe kit - includes snowshoes, poles & gaiters, Atlas Helium Kit - includes, snowshoes, poles & carry bag, Powder Paws Snowshoe Kit - includes snowshoes & poles. Many other retailers.
Donate Used - must be high quality and in good condition
Power Banks - Power banks are needed for charging the moth traps.
Preferred Models for New Purchases - 20000mAh or larger
Where to Buy - various locations (see on Amazon for an example)
AA Batteries - Batteries are constantly needed to power trail cameras, acoustic bat recorders, and other similar devices.
Preferred Models for New Purchases - AA Energizer alkaline batteries
Where to Buy - various locations (see Amazon for an example)
SD Cards - SD cards are constantly needed collect data from trail cameras, acoustic bat recorders, and other similar devices.
Preferred Models for New Purchases - SanDisk 32GB or 64GB
Where to Buy - various locations (see on Amazon for an example)
External Hard Drives - The more data we collect, the more storage space we need.
Preferred Models for New Purchases - Seagate Portable 5TB External Hard Drive HDD
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.
Preferred Models for New Purchases - Running Windows 11 Home, please contact us for further specs
Where to Buy - coming soon
Donate Used - must be in excellent working condition and equipped with Windows 11
Tablets - A tablet to easily and securely process donations and collect email signups while at public events would be beneficial.
Preferred Models for New Purchases - coming soon
Where to Buy - coming soon
Donate Used - must be in excellent working condition
Office Chairs - Ergonomic office chairs are needed to ensure we have enough seating for our seasonal contract team members this year.
Preferred Models for New Purchases - Staples Bonded Leather Task Chair
Where to Buy - Staples
Donate Used - must be in good condition
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 an item similar to what is on our wish list, it is in good working condition, and you no longer have a use for it, 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 to ensure our general operations still receive enough support. 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 conservation work!
Mailing Address:
Central Algoma Land Trust
69 Boyer Drive, PO Box 127
Desbarats, ON P0R 1E0