Upcoming Events
Register now for an upcoming TKC event, webinar, or program. You do not need to be a TKC member to participate in any of our events, although if you enjoy participating in them, we highly encourage that you become one and support our conservation work!
Individual memberships are only $35 and are available here.
Individual memberships are only $35 and are available here.
Earth Day GiveawayThe Kensington Conservancy is celebrating Earth Day this year with a fun-filled giveaway!
Show us how YOU are making a difference for our planet! Share a photo of you:
To be entered into the draw to win an Earth Day prize package, you can:
The prize package includes a Grow N' Glow Terrarium for a hands-on building experience, two Earth Day-themed books, Compost Stew: An A to Z Recipe for the Earth and Dear Earth... From Your Friends in Room 5, along with gardening supplies and a bird feeder. The deadline to enter is April 23, 2025. Let's celebrate Earth Day together and inspire others to love and care for our planet |
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CANCELLED - Guided Hike at the Foster Parkland and Walking TrailsUnfortunately this event has been cancelled.
Join us for a guided hike at the Foster Parkland and Walking Trails! As it will be mid-April, we are hoping the lake might open up and we will be able to view some waterfowl from the shoreline. The hike will be approximately 3.5km following moderate to difficult terrain. To view a trail map click here. For more information, please contact Corinne at [email protected] or 705-782-2200. This outing is free for anyone to attend, but we do encourage you to become a TKC member if you are not one already! Location: Foster Parkland and Walking Trails Date: Wednesday April 16, 2025 Time: 10:00am EDT |
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City Nature ChallengeThe City of Sault Ste. Marie, The Kensington Conservancy, the Sault Naturalists, and the Sault Ste. Marie Region Conservation Authority invite area residents to participate in the 2025 City Nature Challenge, a global competition amongst cities around the world competing to gather the most observations about local plants and wildlife. Once again this year, participants in the Algoma District and Chippewa County will compete as an international team. The competition is April 25 to April 28, 2025. Identification will be completed between April 29 and May 4, and results announced May 5.
The Kensington Conservancy is once again leading some outings as part of this challenge. These outings are open to the public to attend at no charge. Some details may be subject to change. Location: Fort St. Joseph National Historic Site Date: Friday April 25, 2025 Time: 9:00am EDT As a group, we will walk into Fort St. Joseph and document all of the plants and wildlife we observe along the way. You can expect about 8km of easy walking throughout the day. Location: Echo Bay Area Date: Monday April 28, 2025 Time: 8:00am EDT We will travel to a few different locations in the Echo Bay area to document spring migrant birds. Location: Ojibway Park Nature Trail Date: Monday April 28, 2025 Time: 10:00am EDT We will hike the 2km loop trail and document all of the plants and wildlife we observe along the way. After you have registered, we will email you with more details about your outing(s). If you have any questions, please contact Carter Dorscht at [email protected] or 705-782-2200.
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World Migratory Bird Day at Fort St. JosephIn celebration of World Migratory Bird Day this year, The Kensington Conservancy is excited to once again work with Parks Canada to provide special access to Fort St. Joseph National Historic Site so that birders can experience the wonders of spring bird migration.
This event is open to everyone, from experienced birders to those looking to try out the hobby for the first time. If you don't have your own pair of binoculars, you can rent a pair from Parks Canada for a small fee. Carter Dorscht of The Kensington Conservancy will be present in the ruins area for the day to help point out birds. Location: Fort St. Joseph National Historic Site Date: Saturday May 10, 2025 Time: 6:00am to 2:00pm EDT |
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Explorer Summer Day CampThe Kensington Conservancy has once again teamed up with the St. Joseph Island Hunters and Anglers Association to bring a one-week day camp to St. Joseph Island. This camp will feature a variety of fun, outdoor activities. We are still in the process of finalizing our schedule for the week, but may include activities such as photography, archery, canoeing, hiking, and outdoor games.
Location: St. Joseph Island Hunters and Anglers Conservation Centre Date: Monday July 7 to Friday July 11, 2025 Time: 9:00am to 4:00pm EDT |
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