Seasonal Passes

Get Outside!

Get out and explore all that the region has to offer. Recreation in a natural setting has proven physical, mental and spiritual health benefits. For just $80 each year, you can hit the beach, hike or bike nearly 100 kilometres of trail, see rare bird species during the spring and fall migration celebration, bring your family to dozens of fun events and explore the beautiful and rare natural areas in the Essex Region – as many times as you like! Passes include a dash card and a key fob for entry through our automated gate at Holiday Beach Conservation Area.

For those purchasing NEW passes, a fob and package will be processed within 1-2 business days and mailed to you by Canada Post.  For those renewing a seasonal pass (and already have a fob), your fob will be activated within 1-2 business days and a package mailed to you.  Our staff are continuing to work remotely and process seasonal passes.

Cost

Family Pass: $80 (+$10 non-refundable key fob fee)

Membership Benefits

Why Buy a Seasonal Pass?

  • Access to all Conservation Areas in the Essex Region for 12 months. Please note that the roads at Holiday Beach Conservation Area are open from mid-April to mid-October annually. Walk-in access is permitted while roads are seasonally closed.  See all Conservation Areas here.
  • Enjoy nearly 100 kilometres of trails – for hiking, cycling and cross-country skiing and more.
  • Access to a variety of annual special events.*
  • Free parking at all locations.
  • Knowledge that you are supporting the conservation of rare habitats and local natural areas and contributing to the health of the watershed in which you live.

*Excludes ticketed and pre-registered events.

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Purchase a Seasonal Pass for ERC Conservation Areas. Once purchased, your pass will be processed and sent via Canada Post to the address provided.

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Purchase a Hillman Marsh Spring Pass

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Renew a Seasonal Pass for ERC Conservation Areas

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Thank you!

We appreciate your feedback and will circulate your comments to the correct staff person.

If you have any further questions, you can reach us at during business hours at 519-776-5209.

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What’s next?

Within 10 business days, our staff will undertake a preliminary assessment of your submission to ensure all necessary information is included.  We will contact you to make payment arrangements at that time. Once payment has been received, and barring any unforeseen complications, permits can generally be issued within 21 days.

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Thank you!

We will contact you within 48 hours to confirm your rental.

If you have any questions in the meantime, you can reach us at admin@erca.org.