Gamiing Nature Centre

Gamiing Nature Centre Land acknowledgement. Mindfully & respectfully sharing the joy & importance of living in harmony with nature. Leave no trace.
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Open 7 days a week from Sun up to Sun Down
*Individuals wishing to visit earlier or later MUST secure written approval in advance
** Requests can be sent via email to [email protected] - Include contact information & purpose of visit. GAMIING operates from a 100-acre property with a natural shoreline, surrounded by wetlands, forests and meadows. ** Donations Accepted

Summer Camp Adventures at Gamiing Nature Centre.We are getting closer to Summer. That means camp at Gamiing. We only hav...
05/30/2026

Summer Camp Adventures at Gamiing Nature Centre.
We are getting closer to Summer. That means camp at Gamiing. We only have space left in the first week, July 6-10.
For information, check our website at www.gamiing.org and click on Adventures. An Information and Registration package can be emailed to you. Send a request to [email protected].

☀️ Call for Entertainers: Summer Solstice Festival ☀️Gamiing Nature Centre is seeking a vibrant, engaging musical storyt...
05/30/2026

☀️ Call for Entertainers: Summer Solstice Festival ☀️
Gamiing Nature Centre is seeking a vibrant, engaging musical storyteller and singer-songwriter to perform at our upcoming annual Summer Solstice Festival!
Our festival is a community-centered celebration of the sun, growth, the peak of summer, and—most importantly—children. We are looking for an artist who can deliver interactive performances that weave narrative storytelling with music, rhythm, and folk traditions, perfectly capturing the spirit of this traditional solstice gathering.
📅 Event Details
• Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026
• Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Audience: Children ranging from pre-school to grade school, along with their families.
• Location: Gamiing Nature Centre, 1884 Pigeon Lake Road between Bobcaygeon and Lindsay
🎵 What We Are Looking For
• A folk-style singer-songwriter or musical storyteller.
• Interactive performance styles that actively engage young children.
• Themes that connect beautifully with nature, community, and celebration.
📱 How to Apply
If you are interested, available, and excited to celebrate the solstice with our community, please reach out directly!
Contact: Text only to 705-308-5746 to discuss performance details.

🌲 Looking for the perfect summer escape for your kids? 🌲We still have a few openings left for our Summer Day Camp week 1...
05/27/2026

🌲 Looking for the perfect summer escape for your kids? 🌲
We still have a few openings left for our Summer Day Camp week 1, running July 6–10, 2026! Give your children a week filled with trail exploration, outdoor games, and hands-on nature discovery from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM daily.
💰 Cost: $250.00 per child. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Bonus: We offer a multi-child deduction for families registering siblings together!
Spots are limited and filling up fast. To register or ask questions, drop us a text or send an email ([email protected]) today for our Information and Registration package! 📩 Check our (brand-new) website at www.gamiing.org
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Thank you to all who sent in photos of the amazing afternoon with Matt the Birdman. Here is Charlie with a Spotted Owl (...
05/26/2026

Thank you to all who sent in photos of the amazing afternoon with Matt the Birdman. Here is Charlie with a Spotted Owl (Strix occidentalis) on his head and a little boy with an owl and Skyler with the glove on her arm and a Harris's hawk (Parabuteo unicinctusunicinctus). I am sure they will never forget that.

THIS SATURDAY! 🦅TOMORROW!!Don’t miss Matt the Birdman at Gamiing Nature Centre. High-flying fun, incredible photos, and ...
05/16/2026

THIS SATURDAY! 🦅TOMORROW!!
Don’t miss Matt the Birdman at Gamiing Nature Centre. High-flying fun, incredible photos, and amazing nature facts!
Saturday, May 16, 12 noon
Gamiing Nature Centre
1884 Pigewon Lake Road
Kawartha Lakes ON
Can you imaging your child or grandchild with a large glove on and a falcon on their arm? A memory that will last a lifetime.

Something incredible is landing at Gamiing Nature Centre this Saturday! 🦅We are getting everything ready for Matt the Bi...
05/15/2026

Something incredible is landing at Gamiing Nature Centre this Saturday! 🦅
We are getting everything ready for Matt the Birdman and his feathered ambassadors. Whether you are a lifelong birder or just curious about the silent flight of an owl, this is an afternoon you won’t want to miss.
Come see these magnificent raptors up close and learn about the vital role they play in our local ecosystem.
• When: Saturday, May 16th, 12 noon
• Where: Gamiing Nature Centre
• Tickets: $10.00 per family
Spread the word and tag a friend who loves wildlife! 🌲✨

Did you know that raptors are often called "ecosystem health indicators"? 🧐When we see healthy populations of hawks, fal...
05/13/2026

Did you know that raptors are often called "ecosystem health indicators"?
🧐When we see healthy populations of hawks, falcons, and owls, it tells us that our forests and wetlands are thriving. We are thrilled to host Matt the Birdman this Saturday, May 16th, for an educational showcase that brings you face-to-beak with these incredible predators.
This is a fantastic opportunity for families to practice inquiry-based learning—bring your curious questions about habitat, conservation, and the "superpowers" of birds of prey!
Details: 📍 Gamiing Nature Centre ⏰ 12 noon 🎟️
We can't wait to see you 🦉🍃

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Matt the Birdman will be back at Gamiing Nature Centre. He clearly understands that the best way to foster a love for n...
05/08/2026

Matt the Birdman will be back at Gamiing Nature Centre. He clearly understands that the best way to foster a love for nature is through that direct, "heart-in-throat" connection. Giving a child a glove and a memory they’ll carry for a lifetime is how the next generation of conservationists is born.
Event Details at a Glance
If you are planning to head out or telling friends, here is the quick breakdown:
• Location: Gamiing Nature Centre
• Date: Saturday, May 16
• Time: Noon through the afternoon
• The Experience: Up-close encounters with various raptors (young and old) and interactive demonstrations.
Why Experiences Like This Matter
• Tactile Learning: For a child, reading about a hawk’s talons is one thing; seeing the grip on their own gloved hand is another entirely.
• Respect for Wildlife: Matt’s long-term commitment to Gamiing (15 years!) shows a dedication to teaching people that these aren't just "cool animals," but vital parts of our ecosystem.
• Rain or Shine Resilience: It teaches kids that nature doesn’t stop just because of a little drizzle—often, that’s when the woods are most alive.
Pro Tip: If you're bringing little ones, don't forget your camera! Those "glove moments" make for some of the best photos you'll ever take.

Teaching the Honorable Harvest at Gamiing Nature Centre 🌿When children join us for our July Summer Day Camp Adventures, ...
05/05/2026

Teaching the Honorable Harvest at Gamiing Nature Centre 🌿
When children join us for our July Summer Day Camp Adventures, they aren’t just "users" of the trails and the fields and the wetland. They are guests of the forest and the fields and the wetland.
One of the core pillars of our way of working with campers is the Honorable Harvest, a set of principles shared by Indigenous peoples (beautifully articulated by Robin Wall Kimmerer) that governs our relationship with the living world.
What does this look like for a camper?
Before we pick a single leaf or move a stone, we share with the children to pause and practice these protocols:
• Ask Permission: We ask the plant or the space if we may take a gift. If the plant is rare or looks stressed, the answer is "no," and we move on.
• Never Take the First: We leave the first one we see to ensure the species continues to thrive.
• Take Only What You Need: We learn the difference between "wanting" and "needing," ensuring there is plenty left for the birds, the insects, and the future.
• Use It Well: If we harvest a cedar branch or a bit of clay, we treat it with respect and ensure nothing goes to waste.
• Give a Gift in Return: Gratitude is a verb! Whether it’s a song, a bit of water, or helping to clear a trail, we always give back to the land that sustains us.
By practicing the Honorable Harvest, our campers move from "consuming" nature to "belonging" to it. It builds a foundation of stewardship that lasts a lifetime.
Want your child to learn the language of the land this July? Registration is open .
Email [email protected] and we send you an information and registration package.
Psss, our website is live, but there are still pieces missing, such as the links to the camps and events. We are working on it......!!🔗

Matt the Birdman with his Raptors back at Gamiing Nature Centre.Date: Saturday, May 16th from noon (Matt expects to arri...
05/03/2026

Matt the Birdman with his Raptors back at Gamiing Nature Centre.
Date: Saturday, May 16th from noon (Matt expects to arrive around noon)
We are thrilled to announce a very special guest and friend of Gamiing for our spring lineup! In the heart of winter, we visited Matt at his home in Kilworthy, ON, and we are so happy to report that he is recovering well from his recent illness and is ready to get back to what he does best.
Matt the Birdman is officially returning to Gamiing Nature Centre with his incredible birds of prey!
This is a rare opportunity to see these majestic Raptors up close and learn from Matt’s deep well of knowledge about their behaviour, habitat, and the importance of conservation.
Event Details
• When: Saturday, May 16th, noon
• Where:Gamiing Nature Centre
1884 Pigeon Lake Road (between Bobcaygeon and Lindsay)
• Cost: Entrance fee: $10.00 per family.
There will be donation boxes available to support Matt for his care of these incredible birds.
• Stay Updated
Please check our Facebook and Instagram page for the latest updates and behind-the-scenes photos past visits of Matt to Gamiing.

Address

1884 Pigeon Lake Road
Lindsay, ON
K9V4R5

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7am - 4:30pm
Friday 7am - 4:30pm
Saturday 7am - 4:30pm
Sunday 7am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18334140130

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