Transcript St Lawrence Islands National Park

Thousand Islands
National Park
(Formerly St. Lawrence Islands)
Mallorytown, Ontario
Approximate presentation time
for this show: 0:4:40.
In the heart of the 1000 Islands
Sustainability and Biodiversity
Thousand Islands National Park works to
promote sustainable recreation while protecting
the land and wildlife that make the area a
popular tourist destination.
The park is located in an area of rich biodiversity
and is home to many species at risk.
The Park contains 20 islands and several
ecologically important mainland properties.
It is a key regional partner in the Frontenac Arch
UNESCO Biosphere Reserve (designated by the
United Nations in 2002)
70, 000 Visitors each year enjoy:
Kayaking
Camping
Bird Watching
Sailing
Exploring
Fishing
Kitesurfing
Cycling
School Programs
Canoeing
Hiking
Boating
Swimming
SCUBA Diving
Geocaching
Snowshoeing
Castle Tours
Interpretive Presentations
NEW – oTENTik camping!
A cross between a tent and a rustic cabin, Parks Canada oTENTik is a
relaxing, easier way to experience camping.
The oTENTik accommodations on park islands provide an ideal base camp
and private retreat for paddlers exploring the Thousand Islands.
There are also 5 oTENTik cabins at the Mallorytown Landing mainland
Visitor area.
Shipwreck
Diving!
Protected Species
Peregrine Falcon,
Threatened
King Rail, Endangered
Stinkpot Turtle,
Threatened
Northern Bobwhite,
Endangered
Deerberry, Threatened
Pitch Pine,
Threatened
American Ginseng,
Endangered
Eastern Rat Snake,
Threatened
Threats to the Park
Many of the unique species in the park are threatened
by:
Habitat Fragmentation/Urbanization
Exotic Species
Hunting
Pollution
In order to ensure that these threats are addressed and
these species are protected, Thousand Islands Park must
maintain its current funding and conservation/
monitoring programs.
• Established in 1904 as the first Canadian
national park east of the Rockies.
• Whether you are a boater, paddler, birdwatcher,
SCUBA enthusiast, camper or nature lover…
• The unique ecosystem of the park along with its
many outdoor activities should
be preserved as a legacy for the
next century and beyond.
What does the fox say?
Save Thousand
Islands Park!
… I live there!!!
Sources
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www.pc.gc.ca
http://www.pc.gc.ca/eng/pn-np/on/lawren/index.aspx
www.ontario-canada-travel.com
www.thousandislandslife.com
www.historicplaces.ca
http://www.cosewic.gc.ca/eng/sct5/index_e.cfm
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