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Orillia & Lake Country is your four season destination, located 90 minutes north of Toronto. Boasting some of the best resorts, venues and attractions in Ontario such as Horseshoe Valley Resort, Casino Rama Resort, Burl’s Creek Events Grounds, Mount St. Louis Moonstone or Hardwood Ski & Bike to mention a few! The area offers many different options for accommodations such as several B&B’s, Hotels and accommodation resorts making it perfect for your over night stay! With many events happening in the area we are your go to destination for young and old located in Orillia, Oro-Medonte, Rama, Ramara, Severn and area's four season playground in Simcoe County.
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TurtleFest at Scales Nature Park
August 17 @ 10:00 am - August 18 @ 5:00 pm
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TurtleFest 2024 is right around the corner! Join us on August 17th and 18th at Scales Nature Park to release hatchling turtles to the local wetlands.
Every year, the START Project incubates thousands of turtle eggs from at-risk populations and releases them back to the wild, increasing their chances of survival and helping to conserve these vital species. Come join us and celebrate another successful season of turtle conservation work!
Explore our nature centre and trails and meet Ontario’s reptiles up close and personal.
Go to scalesnaturepark.ca/turtlefest-registration to register for the release you would like to attend. This event is very popular and registration is required!
