Nighttime Nature and Tracking

Don’t be afraid of the dark, the nocturnal creatures sure aren’t! Come explore nature at night and learn about your nocturnal neighbours, including the sights and sounds you may not normally experience in the daytime.

Important Information

This program is suitable for all ages!

Flashlights will not be provided during the program but you’re welcome to bring your own; we may request that you turn them off at certain points. To ensure the safety and comfort of all participants, please refrain from wearing a headlamp.

Tracking may be limited dependent on snow quantity.

Dress for the weather. This is a rain, snow, or shine event, unless severe weather is in the forecast.

No dogs permitted.

Difficulty Rating

Difficult. This program will involve steep hills, uneven pathways, and travelling in a dark forest.

Cancellations and Refunds

Refunds may only be processed if a registration is cancelled five or more business days before event day. Cancellations are subject to administrative fees. No refunds will be given for no-shows. For programs that have a registration fee of $19.99 per person or less, no refunds will be issued due to processing fees. If the program is cancelled due to weather, illness, or minimum registrations not reached, we will attempt to reschedule, or a full refund will be issued based on the circumstances of the cancellation.

About the Presenter

Stephanie Keeler is a passionate environmental educator with a degree in biology and geography from the University of Guelph. She spent several years immersing herself in the diverse flora and fauna of Algonquin Park’s forests and lakes as a Park Naturalist. Stephanie enjoys birding, camping, and native wildflower gardening. In her current role as the Community Program Coordinator at The Riverwood Conservancy, she strives to bridge city communities with the beauty and benefits of urban nature.