Moose saved after being trapped in a Rideau River locks
Posted Sep 24, 2026 03:04:20 PM.
It took multiple different organizations to figure out how to save a moose that ended up swimming in a lock along the Rideau River.
On Thursday morning, a resident of Merrickville, Ont., was walking along the river near the station when they saw a moose trapped at the top of the locks.
Ontario Provincial Police said in a post that the removal of the animal depended on the Ministry of Natural Resources, Parks Canada, Merrickville fire, bylaw services and more.
The groups needed to work together to safely guide the animal to freedom as the lock system gradually drained one step at a time.
The moose was able to be rescued and made it back to its proper habitat, the press release notes.
“A special thank you to the residents of Merrickville for their support, cooperation and encouragement throughout the rescue. Your concern for the animal and willingness to assist helped make this successful outcome possible,” provincial police said.
