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HIGH PARK NATURE is a joint project of the High Park Natural Environment Committee and High Park Stewards (VSP). We welcome your feedback, suggestions, articles and photos. Please contact us at mail@highparknature.org
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ABOUT THE PHOTOS: Most of the photos on this site were contributed by local photographers and taken in High Park. Please do not copy or reproduce them without permission.
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N E W S & E V E N T S
WALKING TOURS & WORKSHOPSSavannah in the City Saturday, May 25, 1-3pm. Meet at the High Park Nature Centre. Urban Wilderness Poetry Workshop Sunday, May 26, 1-4pm at the High Park Nature Centre. Register. More Family walks & Adult Workshops. Spring Babies at the Zoo - with Sonia Dittkrest, Zookeeper, Sunday, June 2, 10.30am. Meet at the benches south of Grenadier Cafe. More Sunday walks.  GYPSY MOTH CONTROLForestry is conducting a gypsy moth control program this year in High Park. Since aerial spraying could harm other moths and butterflies, a variety of control techniques are being used instead. READ MORE  PRESCRIBED BURNA prescribed burn was conducted on April 17, 2013. For more details see the 2013 burn notice and Final Notice 2013. READ MORE NEW PURPLE MARTIN HOUSEReturning Purple Martins will have a new High Park home because of the talents of a few Bishop Marrocco/Thomas Merton Catholic Secondary School students. READ ARTICLE & Purple Martins Natural Environment CommitteeNext meeting: Wednesday, May 29, 6.45pm at the Howard Park Tennis Club. Agenda Read the January 2013 issue of UPDATE with news from the January 13 High Park Natural Environment Committee meeting. PAST ISSUES Read about concerns regarding fishing and wildlife at Grenadier Pond. |
VOLUNTEER: High Park StewardsGarlic Mustard Removal Sunday, May 26, 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Meet in front of the Grenadier Restaurant.  More stewardship program information and photos. Lots of people needed to remove this very damaging invasive species. Contact us at stewards@highparknature.org. Also see High Park Stewards on Facebook Follow us on Twitter MORE EVENTSThere are many activities happening in Toronto that you may also be interested in attending. READ MORE and The Local Scoop Upcoming Events for many groups  GET READY FOR SPRING!See GARDENING RESOURCES. Update on Natural Garden Exemption PARKS PLAN RELEASEDThe 2013-2017 Parks Plan was adopted by City Council on May 7, 2013. NEW RESEARCH ITEMSView our new list of research articles on tallgrass prairie, invasive species and other related items. Academic Research List (.pdf) and Research IMPORTANT NEW ARTICLEOff Leash Dog Dangers in High Park - This thoughtful article written by a veterinarian discusses a variety of injuries that may befall off leash dogs outside of designated areas and the impact that they have on wildlife and plants. A must read for dog lovers. You may also be interested in Dog Dazed by Helen Slinger on CBC Doc Zone and Interview with Helen Slinger. |
A B O U T H I G H P A R K
Welcome to Toronto's High Park, home to one of North America's most endangered habitats: Black Oak Savannah, a remnant of the sand prairie systems that used to cover much of southern Ontario. Majestic black oaks tower over tallgrass prairie plants like big bluestem, butterfly milkweed and wild lupine.
This park is a perfect place to explore nature right in the city! It's remarkable how many different species of birds, mammals, insects and plants you can discover. Take a walk along the nature trails. Or visit the park's ponds and creeks and watch quietly for wildlife.
Remember how precious the park's natural areas are and please treat the park with respect, so many more people can enjoy the wonderful legacy John Howard has passed along to us.
S I T E G U I D E
WHAT'S INSIDEThis website focuses on the nature of High Park from many perspectives: >> History of High Park Find out about the geological and human history that brought the park into being. >> Ecology Learn about the park's special habitats and many species of plants and animals. >> Restoration Find out what is being done to protect and restore the park's natural areas. >> My Park Express yourself! High Park is an inspiration for art and photography and many other creative pursuits. >> Explore High Park Explore the park with a walking tour, or check out a number of places to visit within the park. >> Volunteer Opportunities Get involved! Learn more about the High Park Natural Environment Committee and High Park Stewards (VSP). >> Contacts, Resources & Links Find useful contact information and other links. |
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Send your question to mail@highpark.org.
 Download the Jewel Brochure An introduction to the natural features and restoration programs of High Park |
Take a Guided Tour of the Black Oak Savannah with Sam Benvie Tour prepared for Ecology and Sustainable Landscapes (CKLA 400), an online course offered at Ryerson University. Watch it on YouTube or Google Maps or this webapp. |
Rare Plants of the Endangered High Park Black Oak Savannah For more information about this Volunteer Stewardship Program Guidebook, please see this poster (pdf) or Rare Plant Book Page |
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