Start: August 14, 2025 - 08:00 AM End: August 24, 2025 - 22:00 PM
We invite you to explore and celebrate LSPP’s Dark Sky Preserve and the beauty, biodiversity, and cultural heritage it protects.Start: August 18, 2025 - 13:00 PM End: August 18, 2025 - 15:00 PM
"Who cooks for you, who cooks for you alllll.” Often heard between dawn and dusk, owls are mysterious raptors of the night. Join Ari and Mary to discover the world of owls, what makes them one of the best hunters in the forest, and why they are so important to Lake Superior Provincial Park.(Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay Campground)Start: August 19, 2025 - 10:00 AM End: August 19, 2025 - 12:00 PM
It's a bee! It's a leaf! Wait, it's a... moth? Moths have an impressive closet of disguises, filled with patterns and colours. Join Lauren and Mary to learn how the mind-boggling diversity of moths has been shaped by their friends and foes. (Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay Campground)Start: August 19, 2025 - 13:00 PM End: August 19, 2025 - 15:00 PM
Have you ever wondered why the stars in the park seem brighter than those in the city? Visit Ari to discover more about what it means to be a Dark Sky Preserve and how nocturnal creatures benefit from the preservation of darkness. (Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay Campground)Start: August 20, 2025 - 10:00 AM End: August 20, 2025 - 12:00 PM
Did you know that dark skies are not only beneficial for nocturnal critters, but also for us humans? Join Tessa to learn what it means for the park to be a Dark Sky Preserve and why the darkness is important for our health. Find out how you can limit light pollution too! (Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay Campground)Start: August 20, 2025 - 13:00 PM End: August 20, 2025 - 15:00 PM
Calling all paddlers, hikers, and everyone in between! Meet Priya to get inspired for your next camping trip in the backcountry of Lake Superior Provincial Park. (Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay Campground)Start: August 21, 2025 - 10:00 AM End: August 21, 2025 - 12:00 PM
How many times have you come across a plant, bird, or animal that you couldn’t identify? Join Anna to learn how to become a community scientist using helpful technology, and why your contributions are so important! (Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay Campground)Start: August 21, 2025 - 13:00 PM End: August 21, 2025 - 15:00 PM
The spectacular dark skies of Lake Superior Provincial Park provide a source of inspiration for artists and astronomers alike! Join Wylan and Sree to paint the aurora borealis and other wonders of the night sky with watercolours. Painting supplies will be provided. All ages welcome. (Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay Campground)Start: August 21, 2025 - 14:00 PM End: August 21, 2025 - 16:00 PM
Looking for that perfect fishing spot? We’ve got you covered! Join Mary to discover which fish you’ll find where, the best lures for the best catch, and an easy breakdown on fishing regulations within the park. (Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay Campground)Start: August 21, 2025 - 21:00 PM End: August 21, 2025 - 22:00 PM
Interested in learning how to photograph the night sky like a pro? Join special guest astronomer Jeffrey Deans to learn some astrophotography techniques for both DSLR cameras and smartphones. Discover the types of night sky shots you can take, what the best camera settings are, and how to edit your photos! Afterwards, drop by any of our evening telescope observation sessions for help practicing your new skills. (Amphitheatre, Agawa Bay Campground)Start: August 22, 2025 - 10:00 AM End: August 22, 2025 - 12:00 PM
Attention is one of the most generous gifts we can give. Take a moment to pause, observe, question, and connect with the natural world. Use the "I notice, I wonder, it reminds me of" observation routine to explore a single leaf – you’ll be amazed by what you discover. Record and celebrate your observations in the nature journal provided. All ages are welcome. (Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay Campground)Start: August 22, 2025 - 13:00 PM End: August 22, 2025 - 15:00 PM
Often heard howling at the moon, wolves are mysterious creatures of the night. Join Wylan to discover the world of wolves, how they interact with other creatures of the forest, and how they shape the ecosystem of Lake Superior Provincial Park. (Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay Campground)Start: August 22, 2025 - 21:00 PM End: August 22, 2025 - 22:00 PM
Lake Superior Provincial Park has some of the darkest night skies in all of North America, making it the perfect environment for an active nightlife. Join the party with Kelly, Rose, and Ari to explore the exciting world of nocturnal wildlife. This easy hike will begin at the Visitor Centre at Agawa Bay. Please sport sturdy shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. Bug spray is recommended. (Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay Campground)Start: August 23, 2025 - 10:00 AM End: August 23, 2025 - 12:00 PM
Are you smarter than an American Crow? What about a Common Raven? Blue Jay? Canada Jay? Known for their intelligence and importance to LSPP, join Wylan to discover some of the most brilliant birds and try your hand at some tests to see if you are, in fact, smarter than a corvid. (Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay Campground)Start: August 23, 2025 - 13:00 PM End: August 23, 2025 - 15:00 PM
Fireflies don’t just glow for show! Join Tessa to learn the complex language behind their flashes, and how these beautiful beetles thrive in Dark Sky Preserves like Lake Superior Provincial Park. (Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay Campground)Start: August 23, 2025 - 15:00 PM End: August 23, 2025 - 17:00 PM
Campground or Black Bear Habitat? You're standing in both! Join us for a meaningful conversation about living alongside Black Bears and discover practical tips to keep your campsite safe—for people and bears. (Gatehouse, Agawa Bay Campground)Start: August 23, 2025 - 19:30 PM End: August 23, 2025 - 20:30 PM
Our bats don’t turn into vampires or suck blood, but they still rule our night skies. Join Rose and Kelly for a fun true or false game to dispel common myths and discover why bats are important to the LSPP ecosystem. You’ll also find out what you can do to help your bat populations nationwide. You may even get a chance to see or hear a bat after the presentation! (Amphitheatre, Agawa Bay Campground)Start: August 24, 2025 - 10:00 AM End: August 24, 2025 - 12:00 PM
Life on Lake Superior’s coastline is no walk in the park! Despite their seemingly delicate nature, many carnivorous plants have adapted to survive on the harsh, exposed rocks of the shoreline. Join Mary and explore how these flowers have developed the ability to trap and feed on insect prey. (Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay Campground)Start: August 24, 2025 - 19:30 PM End: August 24, 2025 - 20:30 PM
Join LSPP Staff and get your groove on! We’re calling on you to bring your musical talent to our open mic night. If you aren’t a solo musician, that’s okay! Be sure to stick around to sing some group campfire songs. Visitors are welcome to bring their own musical instruments, or use the ones provided. (Amphitheatre, Agawa Bay Campground)