Fundraising efforts continue for a restoration and conservation project in the Musquash Head area.
The work involves restoring the Musquash Head Lighthouse and conserving 107 acres of land surrounding it.
The three-part project is a partnership between the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) and a volunteer-led group called Explore Lorneville Inc.
Paula Noel, acting conservation director for NCC, said the restoration of the lighthouse, which was built in the 1950s, is coming along nicely.
“I’m happy to say if people take a walk out to the Musquash Head Lighthouse, it looks brand new,” said Noel. It’s repainted and looking fantastic.”
More than 10 years ago, Fisheries and Oceans Canada transferred ownership of the lighthouse to a community group.
The group subsequently disbanded after its president moved away, leaving the lighthouse unattended for many years until Explore Lorneville stepped in.
Noel said several nearby trails will also be upgraded as part of the project, including Five Fathom Hole, Black Beach, Split Rock and Troy’s trails
“Another piece of work that we’re working on is a connection, adding a bit of additional trail that will connect all of the trails in the area up,” she said. “That will be also an exciting bit of news to come in the new year.”
The groups are looking to raise between $30,000 and $35,000 to cover the lighthouse repairs, the trail upgrades and the land conservation.
They have already received support from a number of individuals, businesses, and a philanthropy group based in Fredericton.
“The J.T. Clark Family Foundation come on with a commitment that they will match donations to a total of $12,500 that are received providing they’re received by the end of this year,” said Noel.
You can make a donation online or by emailing explorelorneville@gmail.com.
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