Parks Blog

Tag: Hiking

  • 4 tips for a safe hike

    Nothing beats hitting the trails on a beautiful summer day. It’s important to be prepared for anything, especially if you’re new to hiking at Ontario Parks or any other wilderness trail. We teamed up with our friends at Taste of Nature to create these key tips to make sure you have a safe and enjoyable…

  • Five outdoor activities to improve your health

    Who needs a gym membership when you have the outdoors? Outdoor exercise has a stronger effect on blood pressure and mood than indoor exercise. Stress is relieved within minutes of exposure to nature as measured by muscle tension, blood pressure, and brain activity. To put it simply, time spent outside is good for you! Let’s…

  • 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…

  • "Giant" generosity

    Our favourite natural spaces can move us. Scenic views, outdoor adventures, and breathtaking experiences all hold a special place in our hearts and minds. Recently, one generous donor was so moved by the Kabeyun Trail at Sleeping Giant Provincial Park that they made a $25,000 donation to improve the trail. Talk about “giant” generosity!

  • This is your brain on nature!

    Nature? We’re here for it and so are our friends at Coleman Canada. Read on to find out how they’re helping us encourage Ontarians to spend more time outside! It’s easy to feel a bit low at this time of year. It seems to get dark outside immediately after lunch, the sun is elusive, and…

  • Keeping dogs on-leash protects our parks' ecological integrity

    Today’s blog comes from Emma Dennis, an assistant Discovery Program leader at Killarney Provincial Park. I am a lover of the outdoors and an avid hiker, so it’s only natural that I own two dogs that share that same passions. As Killarney residents, we are lucky enough to have Killarney Provincial Park as our backyard.…

  • The great OP retirement tour: Charleston Lake

    Buckle up for the ride of a lifetime! Interpreter, David Bree, is about to take us on a journey down memory lane. After 32 years, the end is near. Hi, my name is David Bree and I have worked at Ontario Parks as an interpreter (also known as a park naturalist) for over half my…

  • Ontario Parks: a natural place of healing

    In today’s post, Discovery Lead Tim Tully asks us a very important question.  What do parks mean to you? Chances are this is a question that has recently taken on more importance.

  • Discovery and trails go together like peanut butter and jelly

    In our “Behind the Scenes” series, Discovery Program staff across the province share a “backstage” glimpse of their favourite programs and projects. Today’s post comes from David Bree, Discovery Program Lead at Presqu’ile Provincial Park. Trails and parks go together like (fill in your favourite pairing here: “like peas and carrots,” as Forrest Gump would…

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