Tag: Killarney
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Stars over Killarney 2022 recap: an Ontario Parks event 4.5 billion years in the making
Stars over Killarney is an annual festival celebrating the connection between the beauty of Killarney Provincial Park with an element of astronomical knowledge. This year’s theme, “From the Earth to the moon, Mars, and beyond!” celebrated the connection between the wondrous geology of Killarney and the study of the moon, Mars, and asteroids. Take a look…
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Stars over Killarney 2022: from the Earth to the moon, Mars and beyond!
Stars over Killarney is an annual festival celebrating the connection between the beauty of Killarney Provincial Park with an element of astronomical knowledge. This year’s theme is “From the Earth to the moon, Mars, and beyond!”. Come join us on our exploration of how the Earth’s geology helps us to understand the moon and planets…
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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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6 far out reasons to visit Killarney Provincial Park
With its pink granite cliffs and shimmering lakes, Killarney Provincial Park is beloved for its awe-inspiring views. But for some of its most memorable sights, we have to leave the stratosphere behind. Here are some ways to add a slice of deep space exploration to your next visit to Killarney.
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February's digital download
Looking for an adventure? There’s “snowhere” better to explore than our natural spaces! We guarantee you’ll have an “ice” day! This month’s digital download features the ultimate winter destination: Killarney Provincial Park! Throughout 2022, we’re sharing a free downloadable graphic for you to use as wallpaper for your favourite devices. We’ve specially sized these images…
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First Day Hike destinations
New Year’s Day is coming up fast — have you picked out a park for your First Day Hike on January 1, 2023? This 10-park list rounds up some hot spots for your first foray into 2023:
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Why donate to Ontario Parks?
Did you know only a small portion of Ontario Parks’ budget comes from provincial taxes? In fact, the vast majority of operational funding comes from day-use and camping fees, rentals, partnerships, and the support of our generous donors. Our donors give for many reasons. Ontario’s provincial parks are places of treasured memories, family traditions, connections…
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From the Big Bang to beyond: the astronomical origins of the universe – part 1
This post kicks off a four-part photographic journey into the history of our universe! Read on to explore the key events that led to the formation of our provincial parks and the natural world we live in. Have you ever stared up into a starry sky and wondered “how did it all begin?” Today we…