Biosphere Walks
Biosphere Walk: Let’s Talk Climate
Stockey Centre 2 Bay Street, Parry Sound, Ontario, CanadaJust in time for Earth Week, join Biosphere staff as we walk and talk about climate change in the Parry Sound area and what you can do to help! Meet us at the Stockey Centre on April 24th for a climate-conscious walk down the Fitness Trail
Biosphere Walk: Spring Bird Hike
Balsam Trail 1 Balsam Road, McKellar, Ontario, CanadaJoin GBB's Conservation Biologist, Tianna Burke, to look and listen for spring birds as we walk the trail! We hope to see a variety of sparrows, finches, warblers, flycatchers, and more! Bring your binoculars! Register here!
Wetland Plant Prowl
Rose Point Trail - Glenn Burney Rd Access Glenn Burney Road, Seguin, Ontario, CanadaYou can't miss the unique display of plants that wetlands hold! Join Dan and the Biosphere crew to discover some of these special varieties that like wet feet. From medicinal plants, to sedges, to carnivorous plants, we won’t leave a leaf unturned! Ideal for ages 10 + Register here!
Biosphere Walk: Reptiles at RiskÂ
Meet at the Orrville Community Centre, 1207 Hwy 518, Orrville Turtles, snakes, and skinks, oh my! Join GBB's species at risk technician Heather on the Seguin Trail to discover some of the special reptiles that call this region home. Explore their unique lifestyles and the challenges they face! Register here!
Biosphere Walk: Intruder Alert
Waterfront Trail, Parry Sound 11 Bay Street, Parry Sound, Ontario, CanadaJoin GBB staff to learn about invasive species in the Biosphere! Discover how invasive species are altering local ecosystems and how to help reduce the spread! We'll meet at the Town Dock (11 Bay Street) and walk a portion of the Waterfront Trail, Parry Sound. Register Here
Biosphere Walks: Geology Rocks!
Northshore Rugged Trail, Salt Dock Road 11A Salt Dock Road, Parry Sound, CanadaJoin Biosphere staff to explore the unique geology of Parry Sound. Travel through geologic time as we learn how the Canadian Shield formed and identify fascinating rocks and minerals along the way. Register here!
Biosphere Walk: Fall Colours & Photography
Rose Point Trail - James Bay Junction Parking Lot 96 James Bay Junction Road Parking Lot, Parry Sound, Ontario, CanadaJoin local photographer Thom Morrissey to experience fall colours on the Rose Point Trail. Thom will lead us through a photography lesson while we try to capture the landscape and essence of this season. Register here!
Biosphere Walk: Winter Tree ID
Humphrey Nature Trails 115 ON-141, Humphrey, Ontario, CanadaJoin Westwind Forest Stewardship Inc. and GBB staff to learn about winter tree identification and how to differentiate between trees when there are no leaves to help! Register here.
Biosphere Walk: Winter Ecology
Rose Point Trail - Glenn Burney Rd Access Glenn Burney Road, Seguin, Ontario, CanadaButterfly brains! Popsicle frogs! Sneaky photosynthesis! Join GBB staff experts to learn about how different plants and animals are adapted to survive the winter. Register Here!
That’s Pretty Gneiss!
Salt Dock Boat LaunchJoin Biosphere staff for a journey through geological time and uncover the fascinating world of rock formations. Explore the forces that shaped our world, and identify interesting rocks and minerals