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Saturday, August 5th Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay   MEET THE NATURALIST: MAGNIFICENT MOOSE MAGNIFIED – These massive mammals have mastered the challenges that come with living along the cold and rugged shores of Lake Superior. Join Kelly to learn about the impressive adaptations of moose that allow them to thrive in the face of ...

Aug 4, 2023 at 08:00 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM   CULTURAL CONVERSATION: ANISHINAABE MEDICINE WHEEL TEACHINGS – The medicine wheel is a vital symbol containing many teachings and cycles that the Ojibwe-Anishinaabeg live by. From the four sacred medicines, seasons, and directions, join Zane to learn about the many teachings found within this powerful symbol. Drop-in: 2:00 PM – ...

A verbal dispute has resulted in a criminal charge for one individual. On August 2, 2023, shortly before 5:00 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a domestic dispute near Front Street in Hornepayne. As a result of the investigation, a 32-year-old person, from Hornepayne, was arrested and charged ...

August 3, 2023 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Coastal Trail, Agawa Bay     GUIDED HIKE: GET YOUR GEEK ON! – We all love a great lookout, but it can be easy to miss some of the natural marvels you pass by along the way if you don’t know what you’re looking at. Join Anna and Kelly for a leisurely ...

Thursday, August 3rd & Saturday, August 5th, 2023 1:00 pm at the Visitor Centre (Agawa Bay) Join Artist in Residence Alex Berens to discover the world of nature journaling and unlock your inner artist amid the great outdoors! You’ll be guided through creating your very own nature journal page to help you remember your visit to Lake Superior Provincial Park. ...

An individual from Chapleau is facing charges after breaking into another person’s home. On July 28, 2023, shortly after 8:00 a.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of a break and enter to a residence on Connaught Street in Chapleau. During the break and enter, a large sum of money was taken ...

A Wawa resident is facing criminal charges as a result of a domestic dispute. On July 31, 2023, shortly after 1:00 a.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a domestic dispute on Mackey Street in Wawa. As a result of the investigation, a 32-year-old person, from Wawa, was arrested ...

On August 1, 2023, shortly before 11:00 p.m., members from the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver that was westbound on Highway 17 from the Town of Iron Bridge. Police located the pick-up truck near Boundary Road and Gordon Street in the Town of Thessalon and initiated ...

New books on the 7-Day Shelf this week are: “The Librianist” by Patrick Dewitt, “The Only One Left” by Riley Sager, “Whispers at Dusk” by Heather Graham and “Flop Dead Gorgeous” by David Rosenfelt. En Français, nous avons “Rentre Avant la Nuit” par Lisa Jewell.   The staff pick of the week is “The Identicals” by Elin Hilderbrand.   Nantucket ...

August 2, 2023 Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay   MEET THE NATURALIST: RISKY BUSINESS – Many rare and interesting species of wildlife are protected in Lake Superior Provincial Park. Meet Kelly to learn about what threatens them, the role Ontario Parks plays in their conservation, and what you can do to help these creatures thrive. ...

August 1, 2023 Drop-in: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM   MEET THE NATURALIST: THE MAGIC OF MOSSES – At first glance, mosses may appear to be no more than a lush forest carpet, but a closer look reveals a microscopic world that is surprisingly complex and beautiful. Drop by and meet Anna to discover the miniature rainforest that lies beneath ...

A collision has resulted in impaired driving charges for a local resident. On July 27, 2023, shortly after 9:00 p.m., members of the Superior East Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 101, near Highway 547. Through investigation, officers determined the vehicle driver had consumed alcoholic beverages. As a result, ...

The Municipality of Wawa is requesting public feedback through a community survey to help develop a plan that will guide the community’s fire department and participants have the chance to win a prize! The Wawa Volunteer Fire Department is made up of 22 dedicated and professional volunteer firefighters. The Department has historically averaged 40 calls per year with majority of ...

On July 26, 2023, at approximately 10:00 p.m., members of the Marathon Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment were conducting a RIDE program on Pennisula Road.   A driver entered the RIDE program and was administered a roadside screening device. The driver failed and was subsequently arrested then transported to the Marathon OPP Detachment for further testing.   Through investigation, Paul ...

July 31, 2023 Drop-in: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay   MEET THE NATURALIST: FANTASTIC FISHIN’ – Looking for the perfect fishing hole? We’ve got you covered! Join Kaitlyn to discover which fish you’ll find where, the best lures for the best catch, and an easy breakdown on fishing regulations within the park. Drop-in: 2:00 PM – ...