"You're off to great places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, so... get on your way!" ― Dr. Seuss What’s the toughest #OntarioParks trail you’ve conquered? 😅⛰️ #DrSeussDay

Happy #WorldWildlifeDay! 🐢🐺🦅🐍🦋🐟🐦🐝🦇🐿️🐇🦊 We're proud to protect the habitat of so many amazing species. What's your favourite Ontario creature? #WWD2023

It is #WorldWildlifeDay Day - a UN International day to celebrate the world's animals & plants, & their role in the health of the planet. At Friends of Pinery, we support ongoing research programs for Species at Risk, Habitat Stewardship Programs, & the Dune Grass Rehabilitation.

We just looked at the weather forecast for Friday, and uh... ❄️☃️ With more snow expected in the region, Lambton Shores Fire and Emergency Services wants to remind the public about the importance of clearing snow from fire hydrants.

Teachers! Did you know Ontario Parks protects approximately 2,380 kms of Great Lakes coastline? 👋 Get your grade 7 students excited about shorelines in our virtual Great Lakes school program: bit.ly/3Bhm8NF #edchat

#GlobalRecyclingDay! In 2017, we began a new initiative to collect returnable bottles from campgrounds. Collection & sorting done by volunteers; provides funds to support FOPP, & saves bottles & cans from landfill. Recycling helps protect natural resources. #reusereducerecycle

From trilliums to trout lilies, spring is all about the flowers! 🌼🌹🌻🌷🌺 Celebrate the start of the season with us with a look at five wildflowers you may spot on the forest floor: bit.ly/3tltHR2 #SpringEquinox

The #WhitePine is Ontario’s provincial tree. 🌲 It’s no wonder, as the history of White Pine is deeply intertwined with the province’s history: bit.ly/2DH7UGw #InternationalDayOfForests

1 Hour for the Earth tonight, at 8:30 pm! Switch off all lights! "Turning off lights is a “symbolic” way to raise awareness of climate change. It is one of the largest global movements for the planet, to show our commitment to action on biodiversity loss & climate change." WWF.

Happy #NationalWildlifeWeek! 🐻🐍🦊🦝 We know our park-lovers adore Ontario’s iconic wildlife as much as we do, so we want to know... What’s your FAVOURITE wildlife species?

While most butterflies hibernate as a caterpillar or in a chrysalis, the first butterflies to make an appearance in spring hibernate as adults! This Compton Tortoiseshell butterfly emerges in April, along with species like the Mourning Cloak and the Eastern Comma.

"What if I see wildlife that looks injured, sick, or orphaned?" Report your sighting to park staff and leave them where they are! 🙅‍♂️ Here’s why: bit.ly/3Sgnq2r #NationalWildlifeWeek

The Friends of Pinery Park, AGM - Saturday, the 15th of April at 10:30am. You must be a current FOPP member in good standing to be able to attend. Please register and RSVP to this event by emailing: [email protected] Please note non-member guests are welcome from 11am.

Volunteers are an important part of our organization; helping with the Pinery Fall Classic, Native Plant Sales, rolling boardwalks, recycling, Nature Store, newsletter, & events. Thank you very much Friends of Pinery volunteers for your support. #VolunteerAppreciationWeek

What you see, hear, and experience in nature can improve your mood in a moment. #HPHP #StressAwarenessMonth

Tomorrow is #EarthDay! 🌎 Check out our latest campaign to learn how to live a greener lifestyle by reducing your environmental footprint: ow.ly/EGfS50NP5ta Have more ideas? Tag us and use the hashtag #GoingGreenStepByStep!

Seasonal changes in how long it is dark at night helps plants prepare for spring 🌷 and fall 🍂, and provides important signals to other animals that trigger events like amphibian breeding 🐸 and bird migration. 🐦 #InternationalDarkSkyWeek

#EarthDay2023 reminds everyone to raise awareness of environmental issues & promote conservation efforts to protect our planet. We are proud to help take care of & protect this beautiful part of our planet for future generations. #earthdayeveryday #earthishome #savetheplanet

Tomorrow you can stand a chance to WIN up to $1000 to spend at your favourite independent bookstore! Books from The Nature Store at Friends of Pinery can be purchased in our store, or online at pinerynaturestore.ca For more information, go to cibabooks.ca/CIBD-Contest #CIBD2023

Be responsible. Avoid alcohol when involved in water related recreational activities. #WaterSafetyWeek