Since 1993

Who We Are ...

The Friends of Wellers Bay is a board of volunteers dedicated to enhancing the enjoyment of the waters and beaches of the bay.

The association was formed in 1987 to dredge open a channel between Lake Ontario and the Bay for easy boat access.

Dredging has since become the responsibility of Quinte West while the committee remains an active voice working to improve all aspects of life on the Bay.

The Friends of Wellers Bay (FOWB) Board is seeking your input as residents and users of Wellers Bay to help identify and prioritize actions to inform the Board's next 5 year strategic action plan.
We would ask that you take 5 minutes to answer the following survey https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SP6YG5R .
Please respond by October 12.
The results will be presented at the upcoming AGM on October 14, as will the current action plan that is in effect until until 2024.
The Board will incorporate the information from this survey, as well as previous surveys that were completed, in our next strategic action plan that will be updated in the next few months for the next 5 years...
Thank you for your time and interest!
Friends of Wellers Bay is a board of volunteers with the goal of preserving and promoting Wellers Bay.

Become a Member ...

Your help is need to keep Wellers Bay an amazing place to live, visit and play.

Fees are $30 Family, $25 individual.

You can also make a donation to the Friends of Wells Bay.

Your support is tax deductible and a receipt will be issued upon request.

 

The Bay Needs You!

Become a Friends of Wellers Bay Board Member

Membership dollars fund important projects that keep Wellers Bay the beautiful and enjoyable space we know, love and benefit from.
It takes a number of good people like you coming together to make sure that the association both collects and uses those funds wisely and to the benefit of businesses and individuals, tourists and residents, shoreline owners and water users alike.
 
So ... can you spare some time? 
We're always looking for a few folks to help out, either for specific functions / on sub-committees or in board positions.
If you would like to nominate yourself or someone you know, please let us know. We'd be happy to introduce you to the membership.
You're also welcome to nominate someone at the AGM. If you have any questions about the roles or the organization, reach out by email: [email protected]

Friends of Wellers Bay YouTube Channel

Videos of our workshops and information sessions.

The Ontario Lake Partner Program 

Did you know the water of Wellers Bay is tested annually?

Our Success Story ...

BeforeDredging

The Bay Was Dying ...

By 1986, the Bay was becoming land-locked due to the shifting sands and the effects of Hurricane Hazel in the 50's. The north access was just a foot deep and impossible for boats to travel between Lake Ontario and Weller's Bay. The  Bay became weedy with poor water quality.

AfterDredging

The Channel Opens ...

After much effort to raise funds to pay for the dredging, the channel was opened in 1989 and the Bay was revitalized. Fish stocks returned, the water quality improved, and the weeds were not as prevalent.  Resorts, marinas , homes and cottagers enjoy a new lease on business, and recreation.

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The Friends of Wellers Bay Association works toward maintaining the health of the Bay with your help.  Your membership with our organization and donations from citizens and local business make it possible to continue our endeavour to protect and enhance Wellers Bay.

Become a Member ...

Your help is need to keep Wellers Bay an amazing place to live, visit and play.

Fees are $30 Family, $25 individual.
Your support is tax deductible and a receipt will be issued.