Category: Winter
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Winter adventures at Algonquin Provincial Park
Algonquin Provincial Park is one of the most iconic places in Ontario all year round, and that’s for good reason! With so many activities to try, the vast winter landscape is an opportunity for you to choose your own adventure. Snowshoeing through the forest is rewarded by the scenic vistas and solitude. Winter camping gives…
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December's digital download
Don’t stay inside pining for warmer weather! There’s tons of things to do (and wildlife to see) while visiting parks in the winter! Check out our Visiting in Winter page for more info! This month’s FREE digital download features a Pine Marten spotted at Algonquin Provincial Park. The elusive Pine Marten is a captivating predator in…
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How to identify snowflakes
Did you know snowflakes come in all shapes and sizes? Snowflake identification is a fun and easy way to get kids outdoors in the winter, and spark an interest in science. Why not turn your next winter adventure into a lesson on snowflake identification?
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Your winter preparedness guide
If you’re reading this, you’re likely a human being with a core body temperature around 37ºC. Your body works very hard to maintain this temperature. If it drops even a few degrees, moving, thinking, and other basic tasks become difficult. You will need to warm up quickly, or you may find yourself in a dangerous…
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Why it's important for children to play outside in winter
Every winter, as the temperatures drop, so does the amount of time we spend outside. This is especially true for children — playtime can become limited to the indoors. It may be tempting to hide inside until the weather warms up, but outdoor play is essential for your children’s well-being all year long. Here are…
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December vacancy highlights (roofed accommodation)
The holiday season is just around the corner! Imagine spending it surrounded by snow, with the sound of nature at your doorstep. We’ve got lots of cabins, cottages, and yurts available throughout December! Accommodations featured below are available as of November 15, 2023.
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Underground, underwater or frozen solid: how do frogs & toads spend the winter?
This post was written by David LeGros, a park naturalist at Ontario Parks. As the crisp fall days get colder and the occasional dusting of snow whitens the landscape, we know that winter is just around the corner. For the countless songbirds of our forests, they avoid our cold winters and lack of food by…
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10 hot chocolate hacks
In today’s post, Chef Deb Rankine, a.k.a. The Fridge Whisperer, shares her favourite hot chocolate recipe along with 10 BEST ways to kick it up a notch! What’s more welcoming than a hot mug of cocoa after a day’s hiking or a nature walk through a frosty forest? In addition to our recipe for a…