Paddling Adventures Radio Podcast Features Quetico Foundation
Luiza Moczarski from the Quetico Foundation joins Paddling Adventure Radio to talk about the Foundation, the #QueticoPortageChallenge, and her experience paddling in Quetico.
Meet The Trustee – Mikaela Manley
“In work and life, I’m inspired by exploring the ever-growing unknowns around me.” – Mikaela Manley
Why Quetico?
Quetico is more than a provincial park – it is a place of awe, of history, of rich culture, and unparalleled nature that allows you to experience true tranquility and separation from modern distraction and stress. Quetico continues to teach those who visit and revisit its lakes, streams, and vast wilderness, deep respect, and appreciation for nature and its place as a home to many.
The Happy Camper takes on the Quetico Portage Challenge
Paddlers are encouraged to “Portage, Snap and Share” to raise awareness and funding for Quetico, the iconic wilderness class park. Lots of great prizes, including a special addition The Happy Camper paddle. To participate in the challenge, choose a Quetico portage route and complete that same distance closer to home. Snap a photo or record a video and share it through social media using #QueticoPortageChallenge with a challenge to others to show their support.
Cool Contests For 2021
It’s that time of year again. Lake ice is melting, birds are singing and social media is alive with a frenzy of cool outdoor contests for us to enter. The newest contest, and a very unique one at that, comes from the Quetico Foundation. It just launched the #QueticoPortageChallenge.
Quetico Foundation Launches #QueticoPortageChallenge
Quetico Foundation Challenges Paddlers and Nature Enthusiasts to “Portage, Snap and Share” to Raise Awareness and Funding for Quetico, the Iconic Wilderness Class Park
Amid the ongoing global pandemic, Quetico Foundation is encouraging all paddlers and nature enthusiasts to participate in the first annual #QueticoPortageChallenge in support of ongoing stewardship.
To participate in the challenge, choose a Quetico portage route and complete that same distance closer to home. Snap a photo or record a video, and share it through social media using #QueticoPortageChallenge with a challenge to others to show their support.
Women of Ontario Parks
“It’s such a privilege to spend my work day helping people connect to the land…especially when that land is the resonant and enduring wilderness of Quetico Provincial Park.” – Lise Sorenson
Happy International Women’s Day
Ontario Parks, couldn’t do without their women team members. They work as biologists, instructors, wardens, superintendents, planners, managers, and more.
Quetico Provincial Park Awarded International Dark Sky Park Designation
Quetico Foundation is pleased to announce Quetico Provincial Park has been designated as an International Dark Sky Park by the International Dark-Sky Association (IDA).
International Women and Girls in Science Day 2021
Happy International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Katie Tripp and Kelsey Atatise, Quetico Foundation Research Team
With the support of the Quetico Foundation, Kelsey and Katie have been involved in a number of research and monitoring projects important for the management of Quetico Provincial Park.
Mental health benefits of the outdoors
Do you ever find yourself feeling calmer, more relaxed, or more focused after spending time in nature? That’s because time outside has studied and proven benefits for your mental health.
Mental illness affects one in five Canadians in any given year. Let’s talk about what some Vitamin N (nature) can do for your mental health.
Artist in residence looks back at her experience
“That pretty much sums it up! It was probably the best two weeks of my life…“ – Jennifer Caieart
An artist in residence program, what is it?
I had the best opportunity at Quetico Provincial Park, to be their Artist in Residence, the last week of June and the first one of July 2019.