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2025 Pittock Special Events
Our special events are a great way to enjoy Pittock CA! Join us for one or all of the following. Events are free but regular gate fees apply.
Scales
Nature Park
Saturday, July 5th at 1:00 pm
Scales Nature Park provides outstanding programming about Canadian reptiles, amphibians, fish, and their habitats. Their goal is to facilitate the conservation of these creatures through increasing awareness, changing attitudes, and engaging people to take action.
Speaking
of Wildlife
Saturday, July 12th at 1:00 pm
Speaking of Wildlife brings their interactive wildlife presentation to us! Learn from expert wildlife interpreters as they present 5-6 native Ontario wildlife ambassadors. This presentation highlights information about each individual animal, their species, adaptations, and their habitat.
Wild Ontario
Saturday, July 19 at 4:00 pm
Wild Ontario is an environmental and science education program in the Department of Integrative Biology at the University of Guelph. Through our educational activities both on-campus and in the community, we work to foster connections with nature and an interest in science.
Wild Ontario
Saturday, July 19 at 1:00 pm
Wild Ontario is an environmental and science education program in the Department of Integrative Biology at the University of Guelph. Through our educational activities both on-campus and in the community, we work to foster connections with nature and an interest in science.
Canadian Raptor Conservancy
Saturday, August 2nd at 1:00 pm
The Canadian Raptor Conservancy performs live, Free-Flight Demonstrations across Canada at select events throughout the year. Their demonstrations include birds that are trained for free flight, as each different bird is unique in its own appearance and flight styles. As each bird is flying, the handler/interpreter gives an educational commentary about each one.
More Summer Events at Pittock
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Program is first come, first served (no registration required), unless otherwise indicated. Capacity is 40 people. Programs run rain or shine but will be cancelled if severe weather is expected. Please dress for the weather and trail conditions and be prepared for biting bugs. No pets please. If participants are under 18, they MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the full program's duration.
Programs are free, but the regular vehicle gate fee will apply when entering the park. Programs will be cancelled in the case of severe inclement weather. If the event is cancelled due to inclement weather, we will post an update on our website and social media pages on the day of the event. We will do our best to reschedule the event to a new date/time.
Stay tuned for additional programming and events throughout the season.
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Questions? Contact Caroline Biel, Community Education, Upper Thames River Conservation Authority
Friday, July 11
Firefly Walk
Meet us at the Rec Centre on Friday, July 11th at 8:00 pm. If you have never experienced the magic of the forest lighting up with fireflies or you just want to relive the happy summer nights of your childhood, join us for Firefly Walk at Pittock Conservation Area. Registration is required.
Thursday, July24
Owl Prowl
Meet us at the Rec Centre at 7:00 pm. Come join us for Owl Prowl, a night hike all about the adaptations of local owl species. We will begin our night by exploring how owls hunt and do a little dissection of an owl pellet. Registration is required.
​Thursday, August 28
Water Safari
Meet us at the Splash Pad in Day Use at 1:00 pm. Grab your rubber boots and get ready to make a splash at Water Safari, an outdoor adventure within Pittock Conservation Area where we will use nets to discover the wonders of a tiny but amazing world hiding underwater. Registration is required.
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