Tag: Winter
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Bronte Creek’s maple candy wars
Today’s blog post was written by Jessica Stillman, school outreach coordinator and maple syrup aficionado at Bronte Creek Provincial Park. Maple season is upon us! Trees have been tapped, sap is boiling, and Bronte Creek’s annual Maple Syrup Festival is underway, which means the biggest annual debate has also begun… …which is the better form…
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Tips from a trail manager: prepping for the perfect cross-country ski day
Ready for a day of cross country skiing? Preparing your skis properly can make a big difference in whether you have a fun outing – or a frustrating one. Peter Crooks, the trail manager for Kamview Nordic Ski Centre in Thunder Bay, has been cross-country skiing for nearly half a century. Here are his top…
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Ice fishing for perch at Sibbald Point
Today’s post comes from year-round multispecies angler and writer, Ashley Rae, of SheLovesToFish.com. I’ve previously only had the opportunity to explore Lake Simcoe a handful of times. This included a couple of open water outings and an afternoon on the ice while passing through the area a few years back. Spending more time on this…
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Winter fun in southeastern Ontario
Just because snowflakes are flying doesn’t mean you have to wait ’til spring to explore our parks again! These southeastern parks provide plenty of wonderful close-to-home winter activities.
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January's digital download
Winter camping: for those who want a little more space. Ready to try a cold weather camping trip? Review our tips for winter camping! This month’s FREE digital download comes from Sleeping Giant Provincial Park. Throughout 2023, we’re sharing a free downloadable graphic for you to use as wallpaper for your favourite devices. We’ve specially sized…
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6 essential items to pack for your winter hike
Trail guide and cellphone and water in bottles, Flashlight just in case your hike is a dawdle, High energy snacks secured with drawstrings, These are a few of our essential things… (can’t you just hear Maria von Trapp’s voice?) A walk through a pine tree forest in crunchy snow can be dreamy, however your trip…
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December's digital download
The best part of winter? Mother Nature debuts her annual colour palette, with shades of blue, grey, green, and white painted across the province. This month’s FREE digital download comes from Sleeping Giant Provincial Park. Throughout 2022, we’re sharing a free downloadable graphic for you to use as wallpaper for your favourite devices. We’ve specially…
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A beginner's guide to cross-country skiing
Picture this: you’re gliding through a glittering, snow-covered forest. You hear bird calls, and see signs of forest life all around you. There’s no better way to enjoy winter at Ontario Parks than on a set of skis. If you’re not a cross-country skier already, here are some beginner tips to get you started.