Tag: safety

  • Has spring sprung? Depends where you are!

    Watching winter slip away is a magical thing. Snow is melting, temperatures are warming, and some of our fair-weather bird friends are returning. However, Ontario is a huge province, and the arrival of spring looks very different depending on where you are. Spring comes slowly in many provincial parks. Every year people are surprised to…

  • How to have a safe winter hike

    During the snowy season, parks can feel like our own personal winter wonderlands. Meandering through snow-covered trails and frozen forests can make an awesome day in the outdoors. Here’s how to have a fun and safe time on your frosty foray:

  • How to dress for your winter adventure

    When it comes to an outdoor excursion during the winter months, clothing can make or break your experience. If you’re cold or wet it’s going to be much more difficult for you to enjoy your time in the outdoors. Making sure you’re properly outfitted for whatever weather comes your way is crucial. Here’s how to…

  • Bike and hike the Giant

    In today’s post, Discovery Leader Rachelle Law answers a common question: “How do I get to the top of Sleeping Giant?” Hiking up the Sleeping Giant and some of the tallest cliffs in Ontario can be quite the challenge, but the experience and the views are the ultimate reward. One of the most commonly asked…

  • 4 tips for a safe hike

    Nothing beats hitting the trails on a beautiful summer day. It’s important to be prepared for anything, especially if you’re new to hiking at Ontario Parks or any other wilderness trail. We teamed up with our friends at Taste of Nature to create these key tips to make sure you have a safe and enjoyable…

  • 5 ways to help our staff this year

    Our staff are working hard to ensure our visitors are having a safe and enjoyable time at Ontario Parks. Here are a few ways you can do your part to maintain a smooth experience at our parks for all:

  • DROP Unit formed to recover lost selfie gear

    Today’s post comes from Park Naturalist Roger LaFontaine, a highly trained DROP specialist who aids in the retrieval of technology in distress or imminent danger. With so many people coming to our amazing parks last year, social media was loaded with pictures. They took pictures of the landscape, wildlife, their families and friends, and themselves — lots…

  • Health benefits of backcountry camping

    Today’s post comes from Sarah McMichael, Ontario Parks’ Healthy Parks Healthy People Coordinator. Backcountry camping is known for being a way to experience beautiful, serene landscapes. But a backcountry trip also provides an opportunity to challenge yourself physically and mentally. The combination of paddling, portaging, and hiking through the backcountry is a great all-over workout.…

  • Outdoor trip planning? There’s an app for that!

    The Search and Rescue Volunteer Association of Canada (SARVAC) has launched a signature AdventureSmart Trip Plan app to aid outdoor recreationalists to “Get informed and go outdoors!”

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