Outdoors & Nature

Help nature thrive in even the smallest spaces. Attend this event to learn about gardening in containers and other limited spaces from author and artist Lara Mrosovsky. Lara will lead…

Celebrate Earth Day with a seedling exchange! If you planted vegetable seeds at the Markerspace earlier in the month, you’re welcome to bring some of those seedlings. Or, you can…

Come out for an evening family stroll along some of Peterborough’s lovely trails while Laura shares some oral stories, songs and rhymes that connect us to the natural beauty around…

Come celebrate Earth Day in Jackson Park! There will be loads of FREE family-friendly activities to choose from. Meet in Hamilton Park (575 Bonaccord St) Activities – 2 pm (20…

The Peterborough and Area Master Gardeners are excited to announce the Day for Gardeners: Saturday May 4 at Westdale United Church. Great speakers, excellent food, door prizes and lots of…

With assistance from the Canadian Wildlife Federation, participants will learn more about birds and migration (with a focus on who is coming back home), food webs, citizen science, and sustainable practices. Participants will…

Come out for an evening family stroll along some of Peterborough’s lovely trails while Laura shares some oral stories, songs and rhymes that connect us to the natural beauty around…

Bring your Mom + your Mom Tribe to this social creative evening. Your ticket includes one complementary beer from 100 Acres, and a build your own bouquet workshop. Sip +…

Spring is a special time in forests of the Kawarthas for many reasons. One of our favourite seasonal changes is the emergence of spring ephemeral flowers that delight onlookers with…

Can you believe it? 100 Acre Brewing Co. is almost celebrating its first anniversary! 🎉 Join them to mark this special occasion with a new beer release and a unique,…

Join Denise for a special Mother’s Day meditation in the heart of nature, nestled in the cozy embrace of our tranquil yurt. Take a moment to honour the incredible journey…

Mark your calendars! Ecology Park is kicking off their annual selling season with an exciting Opening Plant Sale & Celebration. Start the growing season by asking experts about how to…

Come out for an evening family stroll along some of Peterborough’s lovely trails while Laura shares some oral stories, songs and rhymes that connect us to the natural beauty around…

Embrace the illumination of the full moon as we set intentions and manifest desires with purpose. This event promises to be a soul-nourishing experience, guiding you towards deeper connection and…

From warblers to woodpeckers and everything in between (at least in Ontario!), join us for a birding extravaganza where our team of facilitators will help you to learn about —…

Spend an afternoon enjoying the outdoors at Rice Lake Arts! Join to kick off Rice Lake Arts' first season at the Rice Lake Arts Open House on Sunday May 26 1-4pm.…

For the month of June, Peterborough Recreation and Parks Services will be highlighting family-friendly, fun recreation events taking place in the community. Kick-off June is Recreation and Parks Month at…

Join us on a paddling adventure in the Kawarthas! Canoe to a special location for a delicious shore lunch at a pop-up camp with Chef Tyler Scott. Enjoy local snacks,…

Meet us at Ecology Park at the Naturalized Playscape to celebrate the first day of summer together! We will soak up some sun (fingers crossed), practice a sun salutation, share a solstice…

Join us as we celebrate the transition from Spring to Summer! Soul of Solstice is a one-day retreat designed to help you connect with your inner light and discover your…

Join us for a magical Summer Solstice celebration of renewal, growth and abundance! 🌱🌻☀️ As the sun reaches its peak and the longest day of the year unfolds, immerse yourself…

The Backyard Summer Social will be in full bloom on Saturday, June 22, as it returns for a third year to Five Counties Children’s Centre in Peterborough. The Centre’s signature…

Learn how to identify and remove Dog Strangling Vine (DSV), an invasive species that harms natural ecosystems. DSV has recently taken hold at Ecology Park. Help us oust DSV from…

Join us for our Summer Ride Club Launch Event on Friday, June 28th from 2-6pm at the New Canadian Centre’s 45th Anniversary Block Party. Learn all about the Summer Ride…