Calendar of Events 2012
For more information or to pre-register for events, call 613-923-5261 or email ont-sli@pc.gc.ca. All events take place at the Mallorytown Landing Visitor Centre (1121 Thousand Islands Parkway) unless otherwise noted. Parking fees ($6.80 per vehicle) apply at Mallorytown Landing from May 19 to September 3. Additional costs are noted if applicable.
© Parks Canada / Paul Galipeau / 2011
Parks Canada Xplorers
The Xplorers program will encourage discovery through fun and recreational activities. When they arrive at St. Lawrence Islands National Park, children will receive an Xplorers activity workbook to help them guide their visit. Once they have completed at least three activities, they will receive a certificate and souvenir as tokens of their success. Activities at the park vary from a scavenger hunt to find symbols on rocks and trail hikes to species identification and guided reptile encounters.
© Parks Canada / 2011
Visitor Centre opens for 2012
May 26
There's something for the whole family at the Mallorytown Landing visitor centre. This year's travelling exhibit will be the best yet! Live specimens of native and exotic creepy crawlies will transport the visitor to the secret world of insects. Kids will be thrilled to get a hands-on experience with Canada's longest snake species. Older kids and families can borrow a GPS and learn to geocache, exploring the landscape on the hunt for hidden treasure. Picnickers can explore new outdoor exhibits on Mohawk culture and the stories of local residents who make a difference in our ecosystem.
© Parks Canada / 2011
Doors Open Ontario
May 26 & 27
Take advantage of the cultural and natural places in Ontario's backyard during Doors Open Ontario. Visit St. Lawrence Islands National Park's Visitor Centre at Mallorytown Landing, or take your friends and family on a hike at our trails at Jones Creek or Landon Bay. Vehicle parking fee does not apply on during Doors Open Ontario.
© Parks Canada / Bruce MacMillan / 2011
Aboriginal Day
June 23 – 1 to 4 pm
Celebrate National Aboriginal Day at St. Lawrence Islands National Park's visitor centre. Discover more about Canada's Aboriginal cultures on the dazzling shores of the St. Lawrence River in the Thousand Islands, a traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee people. Bring family and friends or meet some new ones in a family friendly afternoon of music, games and activities. More info
© Parks Canada / 2010
Feeding Time
July & August - Wednesday and Saturdays at 2 p.m.
Learn more about what the animals in our ecosystem are eating and how they find and consume their food as we feed the Visitor Centre's summer residents.
© Parks Canada / 2010
Roving Interpretation
July & August
Is fire a friend or foe? What's happening to the plants and animals of the river? Watch for park interpreters on the weekends as they rove through the campsites and docks of national park islands to share the stories of St. Lawrence Islands National Park.
© Parks Canada / 2010
Canada Day Celebrations
July 1 – 1 to 4 pm
With National Parks, Historic Sites, and Marine Conservation Areas from seas to sea to sea, Parks Canada is the pride of Canadians. Celebrate with us at the visitor centre with cake, games, face painting and films showcasing national parks. Vehicle parking fee does not apply on Canada Day.
River Series #7
© Barb Carr / Parks Canada / 2011
Art in the Park
September 14 (5 - 8 p.m.), 15-16 & 21-23 (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
Peruse original art inspired by the beautiful thousand islands at the Thousand Islands Fine Arts Association (TIFAA) art exhibit in the Mallorytown Landing Visitor Centre. Help us celebrate the winners of the 2011 Art in the Park art contest and be inspired to pick up a brush yourself!
© Parks Canada / 2010
Hill Island Hike
October 6 – 1 to 3 pm
Participate in an off-trail guided hike through the national park's nature preserve on Hill Island to learn more about this protected area of the park. Meet in the Thousand Islands SkyDeck parking lot on Hill Island. Bridge toll will be charged to access Hill Island.
Photo Contest: Silence in the Mist
© Heather Chitty / Parks Canada / 2011
Photo Contest Entry Deadline
October 12
Capture the beauty of St. Lawrence Islands National Park during your visits and enter your photos in our annual photo contest. Check out our photo contest winners from 2011!
© Parks Canada / W. Lynch / 1997
Winter Snowshoe Hikes
2013 dates TBD
Join us for a snowshoe hike as we explore winter wonders along our Jones Creek trails. Snowshoes will be provided and beginners are welcome. Meet at the Jones Creek parking lot on the Thousand Islands Parkway north of Brown's Bay.
Cost: donations welcome. Pre-registration is recommended.