Natural Themes

EXPLORE NATURE IN THE BAY OF QUINTE REGION !
Photo by Gilles Bisson of BellevilleIn this section, we look at all things natural  around the Bay of Quinte region. These will include conservation areas, nature reserves, provincial parks, trails, national wildlife areas and others in our region. Many of these include special areas where we have conducted some of our guided hikes over the years. These natural areas are very special as most have been set aside to preserve the habitat and flora and fauna, as well as the human history. We are very fortunate to have these great areas in our midst, in an era when the importance of preserving remnants of the Quinte area’s natural habitat has never been more important. 

PHOTO DESCRIPTION: Each winter, we look forward to the arrival of winter finches that move into the Quinte area when wild food crops crash in their boreal nesting habitats. This is one of them – a lovely male Pine Grosbeak.
Photo Credit: Gilles Bisson of Belleville

Kingston and Area Bird Sightings

Kingston Area Birds February 21, 2026 – February 27, 2026 Kingston Field Naturalists (KFN) maintain records in a 50km radius ofMacDonald Park, Kingston. Birders using eBird are encouraged to share theirsightings with ‘Kingston FN’. Alternatively, please email records directlyto me – contact details below….

What Birds Can We Expect to See in March?

While March generally marks the start of the spring migration, the date of arrival is almost as uncertain as the weather itself.  Persistent snowfalls and blustery weather will halt the northward movement, while an early spring will prompt the arrival of RED-WINGED BLACKBIRDS, NORTHERN…

Ontario Rare Bird Report

Ontario Rare Bird Report for the week of February 20, 2026 This weekly report provides information about bird sightings that aresignificant due to the species, the location and/or time of year of thesighting.  Within these weekly reports, as much detail will be provided aspossible…

South Potter’s Creek Nature Walk

Woodland Wellness Series Presents Soft Steps – A Gentle Lakeside Nature Walk When: March 2, 2026 from 1:30-3pm Where: South Potter’s Creek Conservation Area What: A leisurely mindful walk on the scenic trails of South Potters Creek. The walk is targeted to adults aged…

Chainsaw Safety & Operation Workshops

How to Register Deadline: March 20, 2026 (2-Day course limited to 12 participants!) 2. Payment: Via online portal or e-transfer to quintewoodlotassociation@gmail.com Questions? Text (preferred) or call Robert Wood at 306-630-6316. If you are travelling a long distance, there is limited on site accommodation….

High Speed Rail Concerns

Dear Friends of the Salmon River, You may have heard that ALTO (the federal agency leading Canada’s high-speed rail initiative) is actively considering a southern route for a new high-speed rail corridor through our region. This proposal has significant implications for the lands, rivers,…

Marsh Monitoring Program

REGISTER (free!) HERE Soon, frogs will start calling looking for mates and wetland birds will return to their favourite marsh to stake out territory for another year. You can participate in this springtime ritual by volunteering as a citizen scientist. Every year, the Bay…