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  • George Bonga: the life of a voyageur

    Today’s post comes from our Discovery Specialist (and history buff), Dave Sproule. Header image source: Minnesota Historical Society.  Over 200 years ago, George Bonga paddled fur trade routes throughout the Great Lakes region. He also acted as a canoe guide, a translator, and eventually a trader with his own trading posts. In honour of Black History…

  • Sudbury rocks for fall hiking!

    September is one of the best times of the year to get out into nature and hike! Most of the month of September is still technically summer. While usually cooler on average than August, it’s still warm and often without the humidity. Not to mention, bugs are just a distant memory! The Sudbury region is rich…

  • Fall vistas of Ontario's Northeast

    Ah, fall…the weather cools down, the bugs disappear, and our parks turn into a kaleidoscope of stunning reds, oranges, and yellows. If you’re a lover of fall hiking, northeastern Ontario is the place to be. The combination of rugged Canadian Shield and spectacular fall colours makes hiking in northeastern Ontario a bucket list item. Our…

  • Dinosaurs in parks: the Lake Sturgeon

    Today’s post comes from Christian Therrien, past Northwest Zone senior assistant ecologist. Most agree all dinosaurs went extinct 66 million years ago. However, looking into species found in parks reveals that some dinosaurs have indeed persisted and can be seen today! From the Snapping Turtle to the Silver Lamprey, remnants from this forgotten time are…

  • Greetings, Boozhoo, Aaniin, Sekoh, Wachay, Ullakut!

    National Indigenous Peoples Day invites us to learn more about Indigenous history, perspectives and culture, and helps us build stronger relationships rooted in mutual respect and understanding. We’re taking the opportunity to spotlight some of the wonderful initiatives and events shared with us by Indigenous leaders and communities across Ontario:

  • 5 reasons to visit Grundy Lake Provincial Park

    Grundy Lake Provincial Park is one of those places you have to experience in person. It sounds nice on paper — scenic lakes, sandy beaches, tall pine forests, and lots of great campsites. But when you start to explore, those features come to life. This is a park that’s more than the sum of its…

  • 5 life-changing paddling routes of Northeastern Ontario

    Whether you’re planning a scenic day trip or a rugged backcountry adventure, Northeastern Ontario is a paddler’s playground. Last year, Northeastern Ontario Tourism asked their readers to vote for their top paddling destinations… …and the votes are in! Join us in counting down the top 5 paddling destinations of Northeastern Ontario:

  • Voices of the river: exploring the French River Visitor Centre

    Today’s post comes from Dave Sproule, a Natural Heritage Education Specialist in our Northeast Zone.  Can you hear the water speak?  The waters of the French River have many voices. These voices travelled the river and lived along its shores. The French River has been a conduit for people, goods, and culture for thousands of years.…

  • George Bonga: the life of a voyageur

    Today’s post comes from our Discovery Specialist (and history buff), Dave Sproule. Header image source: Minnesota Historical Society.  Over 200 years ago, George Bonga paddled fur trade routes throughout the Great Lakes region. He also acted as a canoe guide, a translator, and eventually a trader with his own trading posts. In honour of Black History…

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