Tag: Rondeau
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Christmas Bird Count — keep the community science tradition going!
Today’s post comes from Cortney LeGros, the Healthy Parks Healthy People coordinator at Ontario Parks. The holiday season is steeped in tradition. No matter how you celebrate, there’s one scientific tradition that’s been around for over 120 years to help mark the holidays. For me, the holidays would not be complete without participating in at…
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Squirrels for sale: the incredible history of squirrels at Rondeau
Today’s post is by Jess Matthews, the chief park naturalist at Rondeau Provincial Park. One hundred years ago, there was a lot we didn’t know about managing parks. The idea of maintaining ecological integrity is relatively new. Ontario’s first parks were primarily established for recreation and tourism. During the first half of the 20th century,…
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Perfect parks for your late fall camping trip
Looking to extend your camping season? Many of our parks are open for overnight stays in October and November. Whether you snuggle up in your tent or get cozy in your RV, make sure you pack extra socks! Bundle up and book a trip to one of these late fall camping spots:
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Fall hiking gems in Ontario’s southwest
When it comes to fall, Ontario’s southwest can be overlooked. While crowds of people flock to Algonquin Provincial Park or the Niagara Escarpment, there are many places elsewhere in the province that showcase the beauty of Ontario’s changing colours. What better way to see the colours than by tackling a trail? Here are just a few…
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Slithering into fall: hibernation for Ontario’s reptiles
Today’s post was written by seasonal student Heather Van Den Diepstraten from Rondeau Provincial Park. It’s not just students and birds on the move this fall. As the cold weather approaches, reptiles are trekking across Rondeau Provincial Park in search of hibernacula (places in which wildlife overwinter). Researchers for Wildlife Preservation Canada are busy tracking the…
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Accessible locations to view fall colours
As the cold weather hits, opportunities to view a stunning array of fall colours are popping up around the province. Ontario Parks is committed to making our parks as accessible as possible for visitors. If you’re planning a trip, we’ve rounded up a list of parks with accessibility features that are perfect for viewing the…
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The flight of the Prothonotary Warbler
Today’s post comes from Jess Matthews, chief park naturalist at Rondeau Provincial Park. Special thanks to Kevin Gevaert for providing Prothonotary Warblers photos! Close your eyes. Try to imagine a spring with no birdsong. A spring without flashes of colour flitting through the bushes. A silent forest void of oranges, yellows, blues, and reds… …it…
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5 reasons to visit Rondeau Provincial Park
Wondering where to go for your summer vacation? Look no further, because Rondeau Provincial Park might just be the perfect getaway for you and your family! Located on Lake Erie, Rondeau is a host of incredible biodiversity. There’s plenty to see and do during your trip, and lots to explore, from sandy dunes to beautiful…