As you all know it’s a bit wet out there with the rain and snow melt … and of course there’s no where for any of it to go! So we’re thinking of opening a little garden/camp on the edge of Lake Children’s Garden Office. It offers beautiful views in the heart of the High…
One of the many amazing things about High Park (aside from the awesome Children’s Garden and Teaching Kitchen 😉 ) is the variety of wildlife you’ll see. You don’t often have the opportunity to see some of these animals in wilder locations due to forest cover. High Park, however, is an important stop over for…
It is absolutely gorgeous here in High Park right now. Everything is glittery and sparkly and bright. The Black Oak Savannah is absolutely breathtaking! The problem is … this breathtaking sight could also do plenty of damage to such an important and rare habitat! The ice still weighs heavy on the old oaks and a…
Where did summer go?! It’s amazing how quickly 8 weeks of summer camp can fly by. We had an outstanding summer thanks to our many campers, parents, volunteers and of course … our awesome Counsellors! There were plenty of yummy, veggie filled snacks cooked in the Kitchen, hours and hours of hiking along lush green…
Keep sending in those camper information forms 🙂 The toner is replaced and the paper tray is full! It’s hard to believe that camp is only 2 weeks away! Our last school program for the season is on Tuesday and our Camp Staff Training starts on Wednesday. It just flies by so fast. We can’t…
A garden party with panache! A little fancy and a whole lot of fun 🙂 Join us at the High Park Children’s Garden and Children’s Teaching Kitchen for a free Community Event on Sunday, August 19 from noon to 4 pm. The Summer Squash Soirée is an afternoon of Garden Party Delights. Enjoy a…
Again a brief reminder to please take the TTC to the Park if you’re joining us this weekend! A final Cherry Blossom Update before we head out for the weekend. It’s getting very close out there! Many of the Park and Nature Centre Staff have picked their dates for the blossoms to open … Jorge…
Sage is a pungent herb most of us associate with stuffing and turkey but it’s a much more flexible seasoning then most folks think! Have you ever tried sage tea? Admittedly it has a flavour that may take some getting used to but it can help with congestion and stuffy noses that often crop up…