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  • International Youth Day 2023

    Happy International Youth Day! Students and youth are the lifeblood of our parks — we couldn’t do without them! Here are just a few stand-out students and youth from around the province:

  • What it’s like to be a maintenance worker

    Ever relaxed at a new picnic table? Tossed your trash in an empty garbage bin? Strolled along a freshly repaired boardwalk? Thank a maintenance worker. Our dedicated team of maintenance staff works hard to keep our parks in top shape, so that our visitors can relax and enjoy their vacations. Here are six things they’d…

  • Shortcuts? More like shore cuts!

    Today’s post comes from Mikhaila Lafleur-Weidhaas, a park warden at Pancake Bay Provincial Park. Two beach trails diverged at a dune, one well-travelled and clear — the other a shortcut. Do you take “the road most travelled?” The coastal shores of Lake Superior, with its sand beaches and Caribbean blue water, have been a popular attraction to thousands, from…

  • What it's like to be a water technician at Ontario Parks

    Today’s post comes from Mackenzie Garrett, a water technician at Bon Echo Provincial Park. Picture this: you’re camping at a provincial park when thirst strikes. As you fill your water jug at the nearest tap, you may wonder, “where did this water come from?” This is where I come in! This past year, I had the…

  • International Youth Day 2022

    Happy International Youth Day! Students and youth are the lifeblood of our parks — we couldn’t do without them! Here are just a few stand-out students and youth from around the province:

  • From tumblers to leaf blowers: we bet you didn't know how much work it takes to make our beaches beautiful

    Today’s blog was written by Jessica Stillman, school outreach coordinator at Bronte Creek Provincial Park. Our beautiful beaches are one of the many reasons people choose to visit parks. But you didn’t think they got that pretty on their own, did you? Here’s a glimpse into some of the behind-the-scenes work you probably didn’t know…

  • The man behind the boardwalks: Ray Sheppard retires after 30 seasons at Pinery

    Today’s post comes from Megan Loucks, Discovery Leader at Pinery Provincial Park.  Have you ever been to Pinery Provincial Park? Take a moment to think of your favourite spot. Is it the viewing platform along Riverside Trail? What about the boardwalk leading to the beach? Have you been to the top of the Nipissing Trail…

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