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July 2019
The Summer Market
The Summer Market features original designs and handmade gifts of local artists and craftspeople. From toys, to jewelry, ceramics, clothing and art, this is the perfect time to pick up an excellent handcrafted gift. Be sure to visit GBBR's booth at the market to learn more about what we do, upcoming events, wildlife and environmental information, and meet our summer Snapping Turtle ambassador!
Find out more »Huckleberry Island EcoTour
All aboard the 40-passenger Islander for a short 45 minute boat ride to Huckleberry Island, one of the most beautiful islands in the area, where passengers will get off the ship, stroll over the rocks and explore the shoreline! A naturalist from the Georgian Bay Biosphere Reserve will join each tour to lead a guided walk and answer questions. The walk will end at a secluded and shallow beach area so bring your swimsuit for a quick dip! Passengers will…
Find out more »Biosphere Walks – McKellar Balsam Trail
Explore the Balsam Trail through the eyes of a naturalist! GBBR staff will lead this hike and talk about a range of topics including: plants, birds, amphibians and reptiles, butterflies and other local wildlife. Thursday, July 18 from 10am-12pm. Parking and access is located at the McKellar library.
Find out more »Huckleberry Island EcoTour
All aboard the 40-passenger Islander for a short 45 minute boat ride to Huckleberry Island, one of the most beautiful islands in the area, where passengers will get off the ship, stroll over the rocks and explore the shoreline! A naturalist from the Georgian Bay Biosphere Reserve will join each tour to lead a guided walk and answer questions. The walk will end at a secluded and shallow beach area so bring your swimsuit for a quick dip! Passengers will…
Find out more »Parry Sound Waterfront Farmers Market
Visit our GBBR booth at the Summer Waterfront Farmers' Market to learn more about our environment, wildlife, what we do, and our summer events! Of course we will also have our Biosphere swag for sale! 2019 Season: June 22 - Aug. 31 9am - 2pm, Every Saturday
Find out more »Waterfront Walk and Brewery Tour
Click here to buy your tickets for the Waterfront Walk & Brewery Tour! Drink craft beer and explore our beautiful waterfront! You will walk along the Parry Sound waterfront fitness trail with a professional guide while learning about the UNESCO Georgian Bay Biosphere, the history of the waterfront and local wildlife. The walk will finish at Trestle Brewing Company where you will go on a brewery tour learning about the process of making all-natural craft beer. Your afternoon will conclude by…
Find out more »Biosphere Walks – Humphrey Trails
Explore the Humphrey Trails through the eyes of a naturalist! Part of the Seguin Library summer learning series. Tuesday July 23rd from 11:00am - 12:00pm. Parking and access is located in the Village of humphrey off Seguin Place Drive, directly behind the fire hall.
Find out more »Huckleberry Island EcoTour
All aboard the 40-passenger Islander for a short 45 minute boat ride to Huckleberry Island, one of the most beautiful islands in the area, where passengers will get off the ship, stroll over the rocks and explore the shoreline! A naturalist from the Georgian Bay Biosphere Reserve will join each tour to lead a guided walk and answer questions. The walk will end at a secluded and shallow beach area so bring your swimsuit for a quick dip! Passengers will…
Find out more »Huckleberry Island EcoTour
All aboard the 40-passenger Islander for a short 45 minute boat ride to Huckleberry Island, one of the most beautiful islands in the area, where passengers will get off the ship, stroll over the rocks and explore the shoreline! A naturalist from the Georgian Bay Biosphere Reserve will join each tour to lead a guided walk and answer questions. The walk will end at a secluded and shallow beach area so bring your swimsuit for a quick dip! Passengers will…
Find out more »Parry Sound Waterfront Farmers Market
Visit our GBBR booth at the Summer Waterfront Farmers' Market to learn more about our environment, wildlife, what we do, and our summer events! Of course we will also have our Biosphere swag for sale! 2019 Season: June 22 - Aug. 31 9am - 2pm, Every Saturday
Find out more »Waterfront Walk and Brewery Tour
Click here to buy your tickets for the Waterfront Walk & Brewery Tour! Drink craft beer and explore our beautiful waterfront! You will walk along the Parry Sound waterfront fitness trail with a professional guide while learning about the UNESCO Georgian Bay Biosphere, the history of the waterfront and local wildlife. The walk will finish at Trestle Brewing Company where you will go on a brewery tour learning about the process of making all-natural craft beer. Your afternoon will conclude by…
Find out more »Explore Our Shores Hike on Wreck Island
Rain date: Tuesday July 30th, 11am Learn about the Georgian Bay Biosphere’s State of the Bay ecosystem health report and the natural ecology around us. Bring a picnic lunch & enjoy more of this island after the hike! For more information or to volunteer contact: [email protected]
Find out more »Potawatomi Gathering 2019
Wasauksing First Nation (WFN) is hosting the 26th Annual Potawatomi Gathering for the Potawatomi Nation: Citizen Potawatomi Nation, Forest County Potawatomi, Gun Lake Tribe, Pokagon Band of Potawatomi, Nottawaseppi Huron Band of Potawatomi, Hannahville Indian Community, Prairie Band of Potawatomi, and Walpole Island First Nation. Join us from July 30-August 4th as we celebrate our Potawatomi culture, language, heritage and survival! Be sure to visit GBBR’s booth for information on what we do and to say hello!
Find out more »The Summer Market
The Summer Market features original designs and handmade gifts of local artists and craftspeople. From toys, to jewelry, ceramics, clothing and art, this is the perfect time to pick up an excellent handcrafted gift. Be sure to visit GBBR's booth at the market to learn more about what we do, upcoming events, wildlife and environmental information, and meet our summer Snapping Turtle ambassador!
Find out more »Septic Education Seminar
Learn the Do's and Don'ts of septic care and how your sewage affects the environment. Hear what the Township activities are to promote septic smart approaches to help protect Georgian Bay and be septic smart! Located at the Ojibway Club Lounge in Pointe au Baril. Please note that this venue is accessible by boat only.
Find out more »Huckleberry Island EcoTour
All aboard the 40-passenger Islander for a short 45 minute boat ride to Huckleberry Island, one of the most beautiful islands in the area, where passengers will get off the ship, stroll over the rocks and explore the shoreline! A naturalist from the Georgian Bay Biosphere Reserve will join each tour to lead a guided walk and answer questions. The walk will end at a secluded and shallow beach area so bring your swimsuit for a quick dip! Passengers will…
Find out more »August 2019
Bees, Birds, and Brewery Tour
Bees: Peter, a seasoned beekeeper, will lead you through a session about honeybees, a hands-on visit to the apiary, and sampling of delicious honey. Birds: Learn about the species within the UNESCO biosphere reserve with a local biologist. We provide binoculars for you to spot a variety of birds, small mammals, and turtles at the forest and wetland next to the Apiary. Learn about the world’s largest freshwater archipelago, known as the “30,000 Islands” before your visit to the brewery.…
Find out more »The Birds and Bees of the Biosphere
Come out and explore the birds and the bees of the Biosphere at the Parry Sound Community Apiary and surrounding area! First we will begin with Peter, a seasoned beekeeper, who will lead you through a session about honeybees, a hands-on visit to the apiary, and sampling of delicious honey produced by the bees on site. Next, we will explore the surrounding forest and wetland to learn about the species within the UNESCO biosphere reserve with a local biologist. We…
Find out more »Huckleberry Island EcoTour
All aboard the 40-passenger Islander for a short 45 minute boat ride to Huckleberry Island, one of the most beautiful islands in the area, where passengers will get off the ship, stroll over the rocks and explore the shoreline! A naturalist from the Georgian Bay Biosphere Reserve will join each tour to lead a guided walk and answer questions. The walk will end at a secluded and shallow beach area so bring your swimsuit for a quick dip! Passengers will…
Find out more »Parry Sound Waterfront Farmers Market
Visit our GBBR booth at the Summer Waterfront Farmers' Market to learn more about our environment, wildlife, what we do, and our summer events! Of course we will also have our Biosphere swag for sale! 2019 Season: June 22 - Aug. 31 9am - 2pm, Every Saturday
Find out more »Waterfront Walk and Brewery Tour
Click here to buy your tickets for the Waterfront Walk & Brewery Tour! Drink craft beer and explore our beautiful waterfront! You will walk along the Parry Sound waterfront fitness trail with a professional guide while learning about the UNESCO Georgian Bay Biosphere, the history of the waterfront and local wildlife. The walk will finish at Trestle Brewing Company where you will go on a brewery tour learning about the process of making all-natural craft beer. Your afternoon will conclude by…
Find out more »A Guided Kayak Trip on the French and Pickerel Rivers
** THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT** Join Biosphere guides to kayak the Pickerel and French River outlets and explore an ecological gem within the biosphere reserve. Geologically, glacial melt waters have carved wondrous formations in the rock. Learn about the role of coastal wetlands and biodiversity, cultural harvests and trade routes and see how this ecosystem responds to the recent forest fire. The myriad islands of the French River delta are a delight to paddle and entertain a desire…
Find out more »Wreck Island EcoTour
Enjoy a 75 minute boat ride through the picturesque islands of the South Channel and the Sans Souci area of Georgian Bay to historic Wreck Island! Wreck Island is believed to be the final resting place of the Waubuno, a 120′ sidewheel steamer, which sank in a November 1879 snow storm. The island is also in the heart of the Massasauga Provincial Park and one of the last of the “outer islands” before boaters and campers reach the open waters…
Find out more »Huckleberry Island EcoTour
All aboard the 40-passenger Islander for a short 45 minute boat ride to Huckleberry Island, one of the most beautiful islands in the area, where passengers will get off the ship, stroll over the rocks and explore the shoreline! A naturalist from the Georgian Bay Biosphere Reserve will join each tour to lead a guided walk and answer questions. The walk will end at a secluded and shallow beach area so bring your swimsuit for a quick dip! Passengers will…
Find out more »Bees, Birds, and Brewery Tour
Bees: Peter, a seasoned beekeeper, will lead you through a session about honeybees, a hands-on visit to the apiary, and sampling of delicious honey. Birds: Learn about the species within the UNESCO biosphere reserve with a local biologist. We provide binoculars for you to spot a variety of birds, small mammals, and turtles at the forest and wetland next to the Apiary. Learn about the world’s largest freshwater archipelago, known as the “30,000 Islands” before your visit to the brewery.…
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