Category: Spring
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Eyes on the skies – March
Welcome to the Ontario Parks “Eyes on the Skies” series. This space (see what we did there?) will cover a wide range of astronomy topics with a focus on what can be seen from the pristine skies found in our provincial parks. March is one of the most glorious months to be camping, or even…
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How to connect with nature in your everyday life
Many of us now live in fast-paced urban landscapes or busy suburban neighborhoods, spending most of our time in front of our computers, tvs, and phones. While it’s easy to be disconnected from nature, studies show that staying connected to nature is critical for both our health and happiness. From fighting depression to stress, and…
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Listen to nature: what do you hear?
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. Our last nature mindfulness moment led you through a simple 10-minute exercise in paying attention by looking, listening, and feeling. This month, we invite you to dive a…
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Eyes on the skies — May
Welcome to the Ontario Parks “Eyes on the Skies” series. This space (see what we did there?) will cover a wide range of astronomy topics with a focus on what can be seen from the pristine skies found in our provincial parks. While spring “technically” begins in March, most of us living in cold climates…
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May's digital download
With the arrival of spring comes the familiar call of our provincial bird. The sights and sounds of these iconic birds capture the hearts of all Ontarians. Learn more about the Common Loon. Throughout 2021, we’re sharing a free downloadable graphic for you to use as wallpaper for your favourite devices. We’ve specially sized these…
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The galaxies: a partially solved mystery – part 1
After a typical Canadian winter, we look forward to the spring season and the changes that go with it: fresh flora fragrance, natural forest lushness and the flowing water tranquility. Spring also ushers in a new landscape of interesting objects visible in the night skies: the galaxies.
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April's digital download
We’re all familiar with the White Trillium — also referred to as Wake Robin or Large-leaved Trillium — as Ontario’s provincial flower. But have you seen a Red Trillium? You can find these jewel-toned beauties in the understory of rich deciduous or mixed forests. Throughout 2021, we’re sharing a free downloadable graphic for you to use…
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Chilling out by the lake: arctic-alpine disjunct plants along Lake Superior
Today’s post comes from Park Naturalist Lesley Ng of Sleeping Giant Provincial Park. Did you know there are blooming beauties which are adapted for the arctic tundra or alpine environments? In short, they like it cold! And we don’t need traverse tundra or climb mountains to see them. We just need to take a spring hike along…