Category: Healthy Parks Healthy People
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How the 30×30 Challenge helped me find calmness and connection
Ro Nwosu (WildRoga) is a yoga teacher, trainer, and fitness educator known for her infectious laugh and out-of-the-box thinking to get people moving. August is when I usually arrange the last of my summer plans and start looking forward to fall. This year I had a busy start to the summer, so I was craving a…
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Healing in the forest: a guide to forest bathing
Let’s take a walk in the woods. With no specific destination in mind, we will wander, observe and immerse ourselves in nature. Allow our senses to guide us. When was the last time you walked into the woods with no plans? No final destination? Without a species to ID, hill to climb, or lookout to…
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Finding our place in the wild
Today’s post comes from Heather Greenwood Davis, a travel writer and new camper. We forgot the kettle. For real campers, it wouldn’t be a big deal. Real campers would know how to build a fire; real campers would’ve thought to bring a pot. But I’m not a real camper and I am a coffee lover,…
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Healthy Parks Healthy People Day 2022
We know that spending time in nature is good for us. Sometimes, we just need a little push to get outside and feel the effects! That’s why on July 15, we are offering a variety of activities in parks across the province in celebration of Healthy Parks Healthy People Day. All parks that normally charge…
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The measure of a canoe trip
Today’s post is a polite rant from Quetico Provincial Park’s Librarian Jill Sorensen. We seem to constantly hear about expedition-style trips. Grunt narratives where people have broken speed records, paddled the longest distances, or have been “the first” to complete a route. The blisters. The sleep deprivation. The endurance. And that is fine. I have…
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How to raise environmentally conscious kids
It’s essential to instill a love – and respect – of the outdoors in our children. It’s something we can’t start too early. Recent research shows that if you give kids (aged five to ten) an immersive experience in nature, it will lead to a lifelong love for the environment and a sense of stewardship for…
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This mindfulness moment brought to you by nature….
Today’s blog post comes from Ecologist Corina Brdar. When Corina’s not working at Ontario Parks, she is actively involved in the growing nature journaling and mindfulness community. It seems the term “mindfulness” is showing up everywhere in our lives these days. It can be a tricky concept to try out in your everyday life, though.…
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Healthy resolutions for a new year
The research is clear: spending time in nature improves our physical, mental and social well-being. Yes. Even when it’s cold outside. Ready for a healthier 2023? We chatted with parks planner Will Kershaw to find out how he stays fit and healthy during the winter months. These are his top tips:
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How to have a safe winter hike
During the snowy season, parks can feel like our own personal winter wonderlands. Meandering through snow-covered trails and frozen forests can make an awesome day in the outdoors. Here’s how to have a fun and safe time on your frosty foray: