Love Killbear? Please Support!

Killbear Provincial Park is one of the most popular parks in Ontario. It is visited and enjoyed by thousands of campers and visitors alike during the open seasons. Many campers have been coming for years and even decades and from all across the globe. 

That's why it is so important to support our park initiatives. The Friends of Killbear aims to help the park by helping with financing important research initiatives related to park wildlife. The Friends of Killbear also strives to help bring educational programs and engaging events together to help visitors learn more about Killbear.

Donate today by going to the Friends of Killbear site and scrolling down and clicking Make A Donation. Every dollar counts!

Image Credit: Joey Olsen

Camping Season is Nearing an End for 2017

As the camping season at Killbear is winding down, October is a great month to start reflecting on the incredible 2017 season we just had. Looking back at pictures and memories, it might be a good idea to share them via our Killbear Facebook page!

Image Credit: Teri Strain

Camping in the Fall at Killbear

If you are itching to get back to Killbear this fall you still have time. Killbear provincial park will be officially closing for the camping season October 29, 2017. Click here and look at the top of the page and book your site today.

Image: Alexandra Edge

Snakes at Killbear

Killbear Provincial Park is known for its diverse wildlife as well as wilderness. There are 11 species of snakes at Killbear half of which are at risk. You can help us continue to learn more about these snakes that include the Eastern Hog-nosed snake and Massasauga Rattlesnake by simply making a donation. 

Friends of Killbear is on Facebook

The Friends of Killbear is found on several social media platforms including Facebook. Check us out there and see stunning images, Killbear Park info, and ways you can help the Friends of Killbear grow! 

Visit our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsofKillbear/

or check us at: Friendsofkillbear.com

Image: Shannon Graves

Killbear Photo Contest 2017

Do you have a stunning photo that you captured while at Killbear provincial park and want to share it? You have an opportunity to win a Summer Vehicle Permit and $100 Ontario Parks Gift Certificate if you are crowned Grand Winner! Check out all the contest rules and details:

http://www.friendsofkillbear.com/photo-contest/

You have until December 31, 2017 Midnight to enter! Good luck!

Image Credit: Iain Morton

Canoeing at Killbear

There is something magical about going into the water and letting nature overrun your senses at Killbear. Campers and visitors have been enjoying Killbear Provincial Park's pristine waters whether it be by swimming or boating. Canoeing is one of the most popular activities at Killbear and for good reason. 

Do you enjoy canoeing? Tell us why!

Visit us: FriendsofKillbear.com

Image Credit: Robert Loney

Be Mindful of Wildlife when at Killbear

Many of our visitors and campers know that it is important to keep safe distances from wildlife at Killbear. Please always be mindful of park wildlife and be sure to keep on photographing your favorite animals...at safe distances.

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Image Credit: Siu May Lueng

Can You Spot the Optical Illusion?

Can you spot the optical illusion in this image? Check out it: does the Saab have a storage unit on its roof?

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Image Credit: Tim Lee

Chipmunks at Killbear

Killbear Provincial Park is known for its beauty and breathtaking scenery. Within that scenery there are so many interesting animals that many visitors and campers have a chance to see. One of the most common is the chipmunk!

Did you know that Chipmunks are solitary creatures and rarely interact with each other until mating season arrives in spring? They usually sleep up to 15 hours a day and forage for food to stock up before winter arrives.

Learn more about some of the creatures that call Killbear home at www.FriendsofKillbear.com

Image Credit: Natasha Fortin

Deer-seeing at Killbear Provincial Park

Killbear Provincial Park is filled with so many interesting wildlife. This deer is one of many encountered by campers and visitors alike everyday around the park. Be sure to keep a safe distance from deer and other animals in the park.

Find out how we help nurture park wildlife: FriendsofKillbear.com


Image Credit: Joey Olsen

Enjoy the Killbear Sunsets!

Ask anyone who has visited Killbear Provincial Park and they will tell you the sunsets are to die for! If you haven't visited Killbear yet, try to make it up and camp in one of its many sites.

Visit us: FriendsofKillbear.com

Image Credit: Melissa Ashburn

The Iconic Killbear Tree

It is a tree that is synonymous with Killbear! Find out more about Killbear and the Friends of Killbear initiatives by visiting: www.FriendsofKillbear.com 

Image: Ramtin Kazemi