This Week in Algonquin

Algonquin's Special Events
&
What's on Display in the "Algonquin Room"
at the Algonquin Visitor Centre (at km 43)

Our publication This Week in Algonquin Provincial Park lists the times and locations of Algonquin's interpretive and special events offered from late June through to Thanksgiving. Published weekly, it is posted on all Park bulletin boards and is available at all Park offices, and at facilities such as the Visitor Centre and Logging Museum.

ALGONQUIN ART CENTRE (at km 20) features original artwork by world renowned artists that depicts Algonquin's rugged landscapes. For 2009, it is open daily from June 20 to September 6 [10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.] and from September 7 to October 17 [10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.]. The Art Centre's Unique Boutique opens June 13th. Treat yourself to various tasty treats and local tea or fair-trade, organic coffee in The Gazebo, open daily June 27 to August 31 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

ALGONQUIN FOR KIDS Come with your children (ages 5 to 12) to the Algonquin Visitor Centre (at km 43) to learn about Algonquin through an hour of discovery with games, stories, and animals.

ASK THE NATURALIST On most summer afternoons (no formal schedule), get up-close-and-personal with a Park Naturalist at the Visitor Centre (at km 43) as they discuss different natural or cultural history topics using mounted animal specimens, pelts, bones, artifacts, and other items. Come and view the props, and have your questions answered.

EVENING PROGRAMS are presented at the Outdoor Theatre (at km 35.4) and consist of a slide presentation and film about some aspect of Algonquin. If the program cannot be held outdoors (e.g., due to weather conditions), a sign is posted at the Outdoor Theatre and visitors are directed to the indoor theatre at the Algonquin Visitor Centre (at km 43).

GUIDED WALKS Join a Park Naturalist on a leisurely outing that focuses on different themes of Algonquin's natural and cultural history. Most walks last about 1.5 hours, while Evening and Night Walks (no dogs allowed) are about 2.5 hours long. Walks at the Lookout Trail and Opeongo Lookout sites require a moderate climb. For your own comfort, you may wish to bring a hat, sun block, insect repellent, and water. Sturdy hiking footwear is recommended.

PARK HELPER CHILDREN'S PROGRAM Each time a child takes part in an organized beach or campground clean-up, they will receive a colourful button in recognition of their participation. As well, their name will be entered in an on-the-spot draw for a $15 coupon towards a T-shirt purchase at the Algonquin Visitor Centre (at km 43). All ballots are kept for a final, end-of-season draw for a tent, sleeping bag, or a fishing rod and reel.

PUBLIC WOLF HOWLS take place only on Thursdays in August, or in September before Labour Day, when weather and accessible wolves permit.

program begins at 8:00 p.m. at the Outdoor Theatre (at km 35.4 on Highway 60)
program lasts about 3 hours, and begins with a slide presentation AND participants receive special instructions
arrive early (we anticipate 400 – 500 vehicles)
fill vehicle with gas
dress warmly
no dogs allowed (at the Outdoor Theatre or the howl site)
we travel by car (on rare occasions, we walk) to a place where wild wolves may answer the imitations given by the naturalist staff

When in the Park, check Park bulletin boards on the day of a projected Wolf Howl for confirmation. As well, confirmation will be posted on our Website by 10:00 a.m. of the day of a projected Wolf Howl.

ROVING NATURALISTS Look for our uniformed naturalist walking on/stationed at your favourite interpretive trail, or in your campground (no formal schedule). Ask them about anything you have seen during your visit. They may have a few things to point out, too!