Tag: Presqu’ile
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6 romantic spots in Ontario Parks
Ever feel like you’ve wandered into the heart of a fairy tale? From snow-topped mountains to sparkling ice crystals, Ontario’s natural world is the perfect setting for romance. And this list of our favourite spots is sure to make your heart flutter…
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November/December events at Ontario Parks
Many of our parks hibernate through the winter, but for others, the fun’s just getting started! From Victorian farmhouses to dryland dogsledding, we’ve got some exciting events this November and December!
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Christmas at Presqu'ile
Whether you’re perusing for holiday gifts, soaking in the arts, or simply in need of a hot drink after a November hike, it’s the perfect season to visit Presqu’ile Provincial Park! Christmas at Presqu’ile unfolds November 2, 3, 6, 9, and 10, 2019. Presented by the Friends of Presqu’ile Park, this annual event features wares from more than 100…
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Extended fall camping at six parks
Cooler weather. No bugs. The pumpkin pie aroma wafting from your campfire, and the warmth of hot chocolate in your hands. It must be fall camping season! These six parks will be extending their camping season this year:
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Campfire Breakfast Oats with Baked Apple
In 2017, we joined forces with the Ontario Culinary Tourism Alliance and Butternut Productions to create some “tasty” new videos with some Feast On chefs (Feast On recognizes businesses committed to sourcing Ontario grown/made food and drink). Breakfast will never be the same again. We woke up early for our Presqu’ile Provincial Park breakfast date with Lisa and Cassandra…
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Pecking away at Presqu'ile: High Bluff and Gull Island bird colonies
This post was written by David Bree, Natural Heritage Education Leader at Presqu’ile Provincial Park. While Presqu’ile is not the busiest park in Ontario, it can get quite hectic at times in the summer. However, I am pretty sure most people could not guess where the busiest place in the park is. It is not…
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Spring birding festivals
The songbirds are returning and bringing spring with them! Catch a bird-banding demonstration, take in a nature photography workshop, or sign on for a bird-themed hike with our park naturalists. If you love songbirds, you won’t want to miss the Ontario Parks spring birding festivals:
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Southeastern Friends: this year's accomplishments
Each year, the Friends leave a lasting imprint on the park, and this year was no different. Their passion for parks is unmatched, and make our parks better for all who visit. Here are some of the amazing 2018 project accomplishments from the southeastern Friends:
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What's in a name? A historical look at two southeastern park names
Thanks to Laura McClintock of Presqu’ile Provincial Park and Sabrina MacDowell of Voyageur Provincial Park for crafting today’s post. Ever wonder how your favourite park got its name?