Tag: Silent Lake
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Where to snowshoe in Ontario Parks
Remember to always check the Snow Report before you go to ensure conditions are favourable for snowshoeing. Nature looks completely different under a glittering blanket of snow. Why not strap on some snowshoes and experience Ontario Parks in a whole new way this winter? Check out some winter parks with top-notch snowshoeing opportunities:
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Health benefits of cross-country skiing
Staying active in the winter isn’t always easy. For some of us, it’s tempting to stay in, cuddle up, and spend the long winter months binging Netflix under a warm blanket. Cross-country skiing boasts a wide array of benefits for your physical and mental health. Here’s why you should strap on some skis and spend…
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Five spots to ice fish in Ontario Parks
Calling all anglers! Fishing season doesn’t end when the lake freezes over. Our parks are home to some world-class ice fishing opportunities. Here are some prime spots to drop a line this winter:
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The best day trips (if you live in Toronto)
Living in Toronto can make nature feel a million miles away. This is especially true in the winter, when the closeness of the buildings, the busy streets, and the slush limit the best that winter has to offer – tranquility, wide-open spaces, and room to play. In truth, however, the natural world is never too…
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The best winter day trips (if you live in Toronto)
Living in Toronto can make nature feel a million miles away. This is especially true in the winter, when the closeness of the buildings, the busy streets, and the slush limit the best that winter has to offer – tranquility, wide-open spaces blanketed in snow, and room to play. In truth, however, the natural world…
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Winter adventures at Silent Lake Provincial Park
From its snow-blanketed forests to its wide range of outdoor activities, Silent Lake Provincial Park is the ultimate winter destination for families. Here are five reasons you need to stop by this winter:
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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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The cat and the Mudbug: a guide to using iNaturalist
Cellphones have changed our lives in many ways. It seems like there’s an app available to cater to our every need, from baking to banking and all things in between. At Ontario Parks, we generally encourage green time over screen time, however there’s one app we believe every visitor should have on their phone.