Birds and Mammals at Mud Lake in October

This is a free guided hike for those who are interested to know more about birds and mammals that are well adapted to urban conditions or stay at the lake during migration. We'll meet at 9:00 am on October 22 at the parking along Cassels Street near Mud Lake.  We'll explore the area near Ottawa River and around Mud Lake to see mammals and birds inhabiting this area in October. Families with kids are invited.

Night Creatures in the Gatineau Park

This is a guided hike to explore Gatineau Park in the evening time for those who are interested to know more about dwellers of the forests and wetlands, tiny creatures that just woke up after hibernation, and nocturnal bird species.

$10.00 – $30.00

Guided Hike in the area around Almonte, Ottawa Valley

We invite nature enthusiasts to join us to explore several natural areas around Almonte. We hope to visit several types of habitats, including forest, agricultural and open ecosystems.

$10.00 – $30.00

Geology & Fossil Trail, Eganville Area

We are planning a trip to one of the most interesting places in the Ottawa River Valley. This place is called a Geoheritage Trail Walk (where you can see not only geological but also fossil artifacts of the Ordovician period). We will start our hike at the Bonnechere Museum, in the town of Eganville, where we'll have a chance to know about the geological history of Ottawa Valley. During our walk along the Geoheritage Trail, we'll pay attention not only to geology and fossils but also to the environment: birds, insects, and plants in the area. 

$10.00 – $30.00

Guided Tour to Purdon Conservation Area

Did you see the most stunning Lady's Slipper in Ottawa Valley? If not, join us for the nature-guided tour to Purdon Conservation Area. At the end of June, the time of blooming for one of the most beautiful and attractive orchids starts. This is a Snowy Lady Slipper orchid. In Ottawa Valley, the species may be found in several places, but the most expressive is a colony of the Purdon Conservation Area.

$10.00 – $30.00

Guided Excursion to Lusk Cave in Gatineau Park

We invite families with kids for a guided tour to a Lusk Cave and the surrounding area in Gatineau Park. We'll explore environmental things in the Philippe Lake section stopping on our way that to listen to birds and watch animal tracks.

$10.00 – $30.00

Camping in Dumoine Area

The Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society - Ottawa Valley Chapter (CPAWS-OV) has organized an art camp in the area of ZEC Dumoine and Grand Chute in southwestern Quebec. The event will take place between August 2 and 8, but you can come for a day or several days to know more about CPAWS-OV activities and visit several amazing places.

$100.00 – $150.00
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