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Tag: Lake Superior

  • 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…

  • Hot spots to have a cup of tea in Ontario Parks’ northwest

    Today’s post comes from Laura Myers, a tea lover and Marketing Specialist with Ontario Parks. This blog is dedicated to all of those who love tea and nature. Whether it’s a cool summer evening, or a chilly winter day, it’s always a good time for tea time. There’s something about having a cup of tea…

  • Lake Superior Provincial Park contest rules

    On March 2, 2020 we will be drawing two winners of unique Lake Superior Provincial Park toques. Check back each month for new contests and more cool park gear! You can participate in this month’s photo contest on the park’s Facebook or Instagram accounts. Below are the official rules for the Lake Superior Provincial Park…

  • Road-tripping through fall at Ontario Parks

    Hi, I’m Carolyn, and I’m popping in on the Ontario Parks blog to highlight some of my favorite provincial parks that you can visit throughout the fall, which I think is one of the best times to travel in Ontario. Please read on as we road-trip around Ontario:

  • Up for a hiking challenge?

    For many hikers, fall is peak season for the big challenges. Bugs have fled, temperatures are lower and the autumn leaves are on full display. If you’re after an exciting new trail this fall, we’ve got three bucket list trips to recommend. Ready to test your mettle?

  • September's digital download

    Amber reds, warm yellows, and oranges as brilliant as a nighttime campfire – there are few places with fall colours as memorable as Lake Superior Provincial Park! Download this month’s FREE digital download, then read up on five other reasons we think Lake Superior is a top-calibre autumn destination.

  • Behind the scenes: from curious camper to Discovery staff at Lake Superior Provincial Park

    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 Jordan Welch and Kelly Taylor, Discovery Program staff at Lake Superior Provincial Park We have all been asked the question “what do you want to be when you grow…

  • Trout fishing at Lake Superior Provincial Park

    Today’s post comes from year-round multispecies angler and writer Ashley Rae of SheLovesToFish.com. I’ve been fortunate to fish at many provincial parks over the years. After a recent trip to Lake Superior Provincial Park, this place quickly became one of my favourites yet.

  • Listening to nature's music

    Today’s post comes from Kyra Santin, a Natural Heritage Education and Marketing Student from our Northwest Zone.  George Santayana — poet, philosopher and naturalist — said, “The Earth has music for those who listen.” The earth holds a lot of beauty within it. If we open our eyes and ears, and listen to the world…

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