📍 Location: Macnamara Trail (The Macnamara Nature Trail is accessed from McNab Street off Madawaska Boulevard. The Macnamara Trail parking lot (free) is on the right, past the entrance to the Nylene Canada plant.)

📅 Date: March 29th
⏰ Time: 2:00 - 4:30 PM
📏 Distance: 5 kms
⛰️ Elevation: 100m
🥾 Skill Level: Intermediate 
💰 Price: $25 / person

Enjoy a brisk pace on the Macnamara Nature Trail, which provides a window into the natural world of the Ottawa Valley. Located in the southeast corner of the town of Arnprior, it's boardwalks, viewing platform, and benches let visitors explore this unique environment without disturbing its wild character. 

What’s in Store?

🌲 Nature Exploration: Discover the flora and fauna of this stunning trail.
🌍 Cultural Connection: Learn about local & Indigenous history and traditions.
🔥 Cozy Moments: Warm up with hot chocolate and mini marshmallows!
🧥 Winter Gear Tips: Learn how to dress for cold-weather adventures.
🌱 Leave No Trace: Explore the Seven Principles to protect and respect the outdoors.

Highlights of the Walk

🌿 Lime Kiln Ruins: Step back in time as we explore an old lime kiln, once used to produce slaked lime for cement and paint. Learn about its fascinating history and how it played a role in early industry.

🌾 Marsh Lookout: Experience the quiet of nature as you listen to nothing but the wind through the trees and your own thoughts. Keep an eye out for animal tracks—foxes, deer, and rabbits leave their marks in the snow!

🌊 Goodwins Bay: A breathtaking viewpoint where you'll look across the mighty Ottawa River to the province of Quebec. This is the perfect spot to reflect on the beauty of the season. If you're lucky, chickadees might even eat right from your hands and we'll have birdseed with us! 

We’ve got you covered! Snowshoes and/or crampons are provided—just bring your hiking or winter boots, and we’ll take care of the rest.

This is more than a walk—it’s an unforgettable winter experience!

Stay tuned for more upcoming dates!