Over the last couple of days the Algonquin region has finally welcomed in the warmth of spring! The snow is melting and the rivers are running high. The ice has not yet gone out on my lake but I will keep you updated that way you can get that canoe finally in the water. Don’t forget the reservations line is officially open for back country reservations!
Enjoy your trip!
Its struggling to start to get warm but its coming! Yesterday we got a bit of snow up here but we were able to melt it away today. The sun is expected all weekend and that is good news for those of us who are looking forward to the canoeing and Hiking in Algonquin. I can’t wait til I can go camping again! Just a reminder that you can reserve your campsites starting April 1st.
Enjoy your trip!
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Ok so the website is up and running. The whole thing is built. I have to wait a bit til I can get a domain name but feel free to browse the site and input your route suggestions! There will always be changes and updates so keep posted and check in often!
http://awalkinalgonquinpark.bravehost.com/home.html
~Enjoy your trip
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Last post I told you that I was building a website. The bare bones of the site are up and running. I’m constantly working on the site so updates are often. Some pages aren’t working yet as I haven’t built them yet. The site is located at:
http://awalkinalgonquinpark.bravehost.com/Home.html
I’m hoping to get my own domain name soon…..just waiting on finalizing the site a bit more!
~Jenn
Due to the recent success of my blog I am going to expand into a Website. The website will house route suggestions, featured Algonquin websites, links to local outfitters and of course this blog. There will also be in the future a spot to input your route suggestions so that new canoers can plan more effectively. I will post the link when I have the site up and running!
~Enjoy your trip.
I’ve noticed lately that the interior of Algonquin Park has become the “in” place for the city slickers. While I have nothing wrong with people exploring and enjoying the park, I do have a problem with people destroying the parks natural beauty. What I mean is that I’m sick of people throwing their garbage on the portages, people bringing cans and bottles into the interior and leaving them there for others to clean up, people driving everywhere within a campsite when you can bike or walk. The threat on Algonquin is all too real and we need to protect it. We as the campers are as much responsible as the park staff and conservation officers. There are simple things that we all can do to keep the park beautiful.
- Keep your campsite clean and make sure it’s clean before you leave.
- Only bring stuff that is completely bio-degradable and good for the environment.
- Foil does not burn…..bring it out with you in some places it’s recyclable
- Freeze dried foods might not taste the best but there is less waste with them and its quick to prepare.
- Stay on the marked portage. Don’t go off course to get around someone. We’ll all get there in our own time.
- Can’s and bottles are not allowed in the interior so DON’T BRING THEM! There are tetra packs available now for wines. Pour your wine/beer into a plastic container.
- If you bring food like steak or another kind of meat please make sure that your grill and cooking area is clean. The bears do not need people food…it really isn’t good for them.
- Speaking of wildlife…..leave it alone. If you see an abandoned beaver lodge, dam or even turtles on a log leave them be. You can ruin an animals natural habitat.
- Use your common sense. If you think it might hurt something then don’t do it. DON’T CUT DOWN TREES FOR FIREWOOD. USE WOOD ON THE FOREST FLOOR THAT IS DEAD!!!!
As you go on your way today remember that Algonquin Park has almost been destroyed before by wildfires and logging…..let’s not let it be destroyed by us! I love that park and I want my children to love it too!
~Enjoy your Trip!
Last week we hit a mild spell up here which instead of snow caused a lot of rain to fall. The snow has disappeared. The indoor activities are still available @ Algonquin but skiing will have to wait. You can also still camp at Mew Lake. I’ll keep you posted!
Enjoy your trip!
There may be 3 feet of snow outside but that doesn’t mean Algonquin Park shuts down. There are many activities to be done. All of the museums are still open under limited hours as are the stores along Highway 60. There are 2 cross country ski trails as well. The Minnesing and Leaf Lake. As well you can camp in Mew Lake in a Yurt!
Algonquin also has 2 Dogsled trails…one on Hwy 60 and one in South River. Teachers can also take advantage of Group Education Programs. For more info on Winter in Algonquin check out their website @ http://algonquinpark.on.ca
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Most of you have probably been wondering if I’ve fallen off the planet. I haven’t I’ve just been busy! November is here and that means Christmas is just around the corner. We haven’t had any snow yet except for the odd flurry! Hopefully we will have a white Christmas.
Algonquin is great to visit at this time of the year even though it’s slightly colder. Alot of canoer’s go out at this time of the year and you can rent a Yurt @ Mew Lake Campground if you just want to stay in the campsite. Check out AlgonquinPark.com for more information
Enjoy your trip!
Enjoy your trip!
