Balsam Lake Provincial Park Offers Fun for Nature Lovers and Cottagers, not Just Campers
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Balsam Lake Provincial Park Offers Fun for Nature Lovers and Cottagers, not Just Campers
Date: 06/30/2016
If you want to absorb the sights and sounds of Balsam Lake, the park offers two hiking trails: the plantation trail and the lookout trail.
The plantation trail passes through logging sites, old farm fields, and reforestation plantations. While you’re hiking the trail, take a moment to overlook the pond filled with wildlife.
The lookout trail will take you through diverse landscapes, including a cedar swamp, a deciduous forest, and an open meadow. The highlight of the trail is the lookout tower. Climb the stairs to the top of the tower and admire the dark blue water of Balsam Lake and the verdant countryside.
Whichever trail you choose, you can either take a solo walk or join a guided hike where you will discover trees, wildflowers, glacial formations, and wildlife.
Natural heritage education programs at the park
Each week during the summer, Ontario Parks natural heritage education staff offer entertaining and educational programs at many provincial parks, including Balsam Lake Provincial Park. The programs at Balsam Lake Provincial Park, which appeal to park visitors of all ages, focus on the natural and cultural heritage of the park and the surrounding area.
The natural heritage education programs offered by Ontario Parks teach kids to appreciate and respect nature. The hands-on, entertaining activities offered every summer educate children in the park’s outdoor classroom.
When you visit Balsam Lake Provincial Park, you will find the park naturalist at the nature kiosk, which is near the playground. The booth features interactive beach displays and hands-on material for park visitors. Challenge the park naturalist with your questions about wildlife, trees, and vegetation.
Learn about wildlife, moths, and canines, discover the art of angling or join a yoga session
Whatever your preference, there is a park program for you. Here is the summer schedule of events at Balsam Lake Provincial Park:
Saturday, July 2 – Speaking of Wildlife
Saturday, July 2 and Sunday, July 3 – Yoga with Leah from Creative Core
Tuesday, July 5 – Learn to Fish (Please sign up in advance – email aileen.clarke@ontario.ca)
Thursday, July 7 – Colin Cotnam presents Canines in Conservation
Saturday, July 23 – Maurice Bottos offers a presentation called Mad About Moths!
Saturday, July 30 – Scales Nature Park
Saturday, July 30 –Yoga with Lauretta from Sweet Flowering Yoga and Wellness
Wednesday, August 3 – Learn to Fish (Please sign up in advance – email aileen.clarke@ontario.ca)
During the evening, enjoy theatrical and informative presentations at the park amphitheatre. The presentations address diverse themes.
These programs are free with a current day or overnight Ontario Parks permit. For details and show times, please pick up a handout at any retail location within Balsam Lake Provincial Park. For updates, you can also follow the park on Twitter @BalsamLake_PP.
