Here’s a sample of events taking place at Ontario Parks from May to October 2012. New events are added to the Ontario Parks’ event listings every week so be sure to check back for updates. » Read more: 2012 Exciting 2012 events at Ontario Parks

In the off-season, park staff work hard to improve the visitor experience at Ontario Parks. Here’s a sample of new infrastructure that has been added to parks for 2012: » Read more: New at Ontario Parks in 2012

Did you know that transporting firewood allows invasive species such as the Emerald Ash Borer to spread? This insect will hide under the bark where you can’t see them! Something as simple as bringing your own firewood when you travel to or from home or a park could threaten and destroy thousands, even millions, of trees! » Read more: Firewood Can Destroy Millions of Trees

I love walking in the rain. First – as everyone is painfully aware – for half the year Canada is cold. Getting outside in warm weather is too precious an experience to be wasted waiting for a sunny day. Second – weather predictions are often woefully wrong, leaving you stuck at home when you could be enjoying a great day outside. » Read more: Walking in the Rain

Dunes, panes, beaches, old growth forest and a beautiful lighthouse! Presqu’ile Provincial Park has several different habitats and a very exciting storied past. The best way to discover Presqu’ile is to experience the environment and walk through where past events took place! » Read more: Introducing the Trails of Presqu’ile Provincial Park

Kawartha Highlands is one of Ontario’s newest provincial parks and offers exceptional backcountry canoeing opportunities in close proximity to some of the province’s largest communities. Pristine lakes, rocky ridges, mature forests, and beautiful scenery make for a memorable backcountry experience. » Read more: Reserve your site at Kawartha Highlands

In 2012 Ontario Parks is again proud to recognize Mountain Equipment Co-Op and Ontario Power Generation for their support of our ParkSmart Life Jacket Lending Program. Visitors to Ontario Parks enjoy some of the most beautiful beaches and waterfronts in Ontario. » Read more: Ontario Parks Partners support Water Safety

One of the things I love about Algonquin Park is that a mere three hour drive from the hustle, bustle and stagnant insanity of Toronto traffic is some of the best wildlife viewing in Eastern North America. » Read more: Moose Madness

Ontario Parks received almost ten million visits last year – an increase of 50,000 visits over 2010. If you plan to visit Ontario Parks this summer, did you know that you can reserve your campsite or roofed accommodation five months in advance of your arrival dates? » Read more: 6 tips for booking at Ontario Parks

March Break 2012 is coming to Ontario Parks. Here’s a look at what’s happening: » Read more: March Break 2012 at Ontario Parks