Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve Ltd

Daily Dose of Dogs
2018-05-18 16:00 - 16:30 (America/Toronto)
Come into our kennel, and meet our sled dogs.

Want a little love in your life? Come snuggle with some of our beautiful and incredibly friendly Siberian huskies! While visiting the dogs, you will have the exclusive opportunity to learn and ask questions about how they run as a team, and love doing it. Each Tour will be approximately 30 minutes in length.
Register in advance under our Summer Events to reserve your visit.
Cost: $5 per person, $10 per family.
Loved visiting the dogs? Book a dog sled tour for you and your family this winter.

Ultra Training Run
2018-07-08 09:00
Training for the Ultra?
Prepare yourself for the Haliburton Forest Ultra Run, by joining us for one of two summer training runs. You will have the opportunity to familiarize yourself with the forest and the route alongside a group of experienced runners and volunteers. As a group you will decide the distance of the training run.
Runners will meet by the Main Office at 9:00 am before beginning the run.
This is a great opportunity to get you all warmed up and ready to have an amazing race in September!
Still need to register? Head over to the Ultra website to get set up. You can also grab a bite to eat and relax over at the Cookhouse after your run.

Astronomy
2018-06-29 21:30 - 23:30 | Haliburton Forest, 1095 Redkenn Road, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada
Fascinated by the stars above?
Book a space for the whole family on one of our summer astronomy programs. Take a walk with our onsite astronomer who will guide you through the night sky. A common evening program lasts approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, and runs rain or shine. Programs fill fast so make sure to register early!
Cost: $20.00 per adult & $15.00 per child (17 & under)
Make a day of it and visit us earlier in the afternoon so you can pay a visit to our Wolf Centre, or join us for a Wolf Howl. Stay for the weekend in accommodations, or at one of our campsites and get full access to our network of hiking and mountain biking trails.
For more information or to make a reservation, book online, call 1-800-631-2198 (Ext. Main Office) or email reservations@haliburtonforest.com

Public Wolf Howl 2018
2018-06-28 20:00 - 21:00
Listen to the majestic howl of the Haliburton Forest wolf pack
Have you ever heard the magical sound of wolves howling in unison? Every Thursday night in July and August we welcome the public to gather in our Seminar Building. The evening will start with a short presentation on wolves, their ecology and their relationships with humans. Our staff will silently guide the group on a short walk into the twilight. When we reach just the right spot, the guide will then howl to our resident wolf pack in attempt to initiate a response. We cannot guarantee the wolves will call back, however we do have a good track-record!
Cost: There is no cost to this event, however donations are greatly appreciated.
Want to learn more about the wolves? Head on over to the Wolf Centre to see what all the noise is about.
Listen to wolves, stargaze, and stay in accommodations.
For more information please call 1-800-631-2198 (Ext. Main Office) or email reservations@haliburtonforest.com

Sawmill Tour
2018-07-05 13:00 - 15:00 | Haliburton Forest, 1095 Redkenn Road, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada
Join us for tour of our Sawmill
At Haliburton Forest, we are proud of our involvement in the timber industry. As such, we are happy to share our knowledge about the land and wood processing with the public. Accordingly, we are able to offer tours of our forestry operations and of the sawmill.
All products generated at the Haliburton Forest sawmill are certified by the internationally recognized Forest Stewardship Council (FSC®) as using only timber from our sustainable forestry operations. This designation is rarely achieved on this continent. We assure you that we take the highest level of environmental and social care in the generation of all wood products at Haliburton Forest by following these practices.

Tours run every Thursday throughout the summer in July and August. Reserve your spot today! Our tours start at 1:00 pm. We require a minimum of 6 participants to run the tour. If you are interested in this tour, we ask you to give us at least two days notice.
Joining us for a Sawmill Tour? Thursday evenings we also offer Public Wolf Howls!

Speaking of Wildlife
2018-07-04 19:00 - 20:00 | Haliburton Forest, 1095 Redkenn Road, Haliburton, Ontario, K0M 1S0, Canada
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Get Wild with Speaking of Wildlife
Speaking of Wildlife will be bringing the wild to Haliburton Forest for a one hour interactive presentation. Join us to learn about several native Ontarian species such as porcupine, bobcat, skunk, hawk, goose, turtle, owl, snake or others! Speaking of Wildlife’s professional interpreter/s will share important information about each individual animal ambassador as well as, their unique adaptations, habitat and more!
For more information about Speaking of Wildlife visit www.speakingofwildlife.ca
Bring the whole family for this unique and educational evening.
Cost: $12.00/person or $45.00/ family of 4. Age two and under is free.
We strongly recommend Pre-registerting, as spaces for this exciting event are limited.
To make the most of your day, immerse yourself in the natural habitat while hiking our beautiful wilderness trails. Check-out the Wolf Centre before the presentation to learn about one of our forest’s large mammals. Enjoy dinner on site at the Cookhouse and save yourselves the best seats in the house for the presentation.

Natural History Presentation
2018-06-26 19:00 - 21:00
Presenting: Natural History

In addition to all our other amazing summer events, Haliburton Forest offers a series of Natural History Presentations. Partnered with individuals as well as organisations, these 1-2 hour Tuesday night seminars will vary in themes. Topics may cover research being conducted at Haliburton Forest, natural landscapes and ecosystems, local flora and fauna, or even environmental concerns. All in all, these sessions are a great way to keep your gears turning throughout the summer months.
Cost: There is no charge for this event.
Prior to the presentation, grab a bite to eat at the Cookhouse Restaurant. Camp or stay overnight and add some more education to your trip with a visit to the Wolf Centre. Make a mini-vacation of it and explore our extensive hiking/mountain biking trails.
For more information please call 1-800-631-2198 (Ext. Main Office) or email reservations@haliburtonforest.com

Tuesday
June 26
Fish and Wildlife Research at Haliburton Forest
Students from Hocking College have been conducting fish and wildlife research in Haliburton Forest for over a decade. Come and learn about some of their results, and the methods and equipment they use to sample our forests, lakes, and rivers.
Ron Cass; Franklin Woitel; Homer Elliot; Students
Hocking College

Tuesday
July 3
Intro to Beekeeping and Native Bees in Haliburton Forest
Bees are small but hard-working insects that make it possible for many of our favourite foods to reach our tables. Over 300 bee species inhabit Ontario landscapes. Most notable is the honeybee; which is often used in pollination of our agricultural crops. Come out for an introduction to beekeeping, and learn about other native bees in the area.
Susan Frye
University of Toronto

Tuesday
July 10
Wild Cats of Ontario
The Canada lynx and the bobcat are two often confused, often misunderstood species that have been experiencing range shifts in recent decades. Come and learn about the natural history of these elusive cats (and a bit about cougars too!) as well as their ecology in Ontario.
Samantha Morin
Trent University

Tuesday
July 17
Black Bears in Haliburton Forest
Black bears are a culturally and ecologically important animal in our forests, and we must learn to live safely with them. Come and learn about the lives of bears, and how to be bear-safe.
Peter Schleifenbaum
Haliburton Forest

Tuesday
July 24
Tree and Plant Identification and Pressing
Being able to identify plants is a valuable life-skill. Come and learn simple tools to identify native trees, plants, and flowers in Haliburton Forest, which you can use for the rest of your life! Stick around at the end for a plant identification-themed game for all ages.
Juliana Vantellingen
University of Toronto

Tuesday
July 31
Lessons From White-Tails: What Deer Can Tell us About the Role of Hunting
Learn how hunting is an important part of our cultural heritage, and unites us in wildlife conservation. It is largely through the efforts of hunters that today’s wildlife populations are sustainable enough for future generations to enjoy. Hunting plays a pivotal role in wildlife management and influences both wildlife population size and behaviour.
Keith Munro
Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters

Tuesday
August 7
Foraging for Mushrooms in Haliburton ForestMushrooms are an integral component of our forest ecosystems, and present a variety of culinary delights. Come to learn about the role of fungi in Haliburton Forest, and the safe identification and harvesting of edible mushrooms.
Adam Gorgolewski
University of Toronto

Tuesday
August 14
The History, Social Structure and Behaviour of the Wild Turkey
Come to learn about the local extinction and subsequent reintroduction of wild turkeys in Ontario, and the status of the current population. Jennifer will explain how her research on social structure and behaviour of the eastern wild turkey can be applied to improve the management of this species.
Jennifer Baici
Trent University

Tuesday
August 21
Beginners Guide to Birding
Birding doesn’t have to be complicated and can be very enjoyable! Join us for an evening of birding basics. The evening will begin with a presentation looking at bird identification, useful equipment and apps. We will then head out and practice our skills. Happy Birding!
Tegan Legge &
Randy Moratz
Haliburton Forest

Tuesday
August 28
Foraging for Plants: 10 Plants to Make Your Pals
Discover 10 common trail-side plants that you should include in your day-to-day through eating, herbal medicine, or even avoiding. You’ll learn about identification, suggested recipes and remedies, and have a chance to see real samples. Any/all who are plant curious are welcome to join in.
Rebecca Lamb
Wild Foragers Society
