Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Sites, Parks Canada

06/12/2026

Step into the past this summer! 🪖

From June 1 to September 7, discover life at Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Sites, Parks Canada alongside our interpreters.

Watch history come alive as they:
🔹 Challenge you with traditional chores
🔹 Test your fitness for military recruitment
🔹Invite you to an old-fashioned ice-cream social

It’s a hands-on way to experience the everyday life of another era.

Programs are offered in areas that are accessible to strollers, wheelchairs, and mobility devices.

Schedules may vary—check the daily schedule by the Visitor Kiosk for the latest program details.

Bring your curiosity and enjoy a summer of living history.

Full schedule here: https://ow.ly/GjBo50Z6rOF

06/10/2026

What in the world did a "Fitter" do 🤔?
Pretty much a little of everything as far as fixing and maintaining things at Fort Rodd Hill. Artificers (often called "Tiffys" or "Fitters") could do minor repairs to the equipment needed to keep the guns working, as well as metalwork, woodwork, and even make their own paint from scratch!

The Fitter’s Shop is in the woods behind the red brick Warrant Officer’s Quarters.

Come and take a look!

06/09/2026

? The seeds used to restore the population of Slender Popcornflower in Gulf Islands National Park Reserve were grown right in our nursery.

It took many years of care and dedication for the population to become self-sustaining.
Today, our nursery work focuses on growing species from the Douglas-fir ecosystem—such as Soapberry and Dogwood—as part of the 2 Billion Trees initiative, to help restore forests in Gulf Islands National Park Reserve.

Be sure to check out the nursery next time you visit the national historic sites!

Slender Popcornflower is blooming brighter than ever on Saturna Island. 🌼

This year, our Ecology Team counted nearly 20,000 plants across all sites—an encouraging increase from recent years.

As the only known population of Slender Popcornflower in Canada, this threatened species still requires ongoing care and monitoring. These results show how Parks Canada meets its responsibilities under the Species at Risk Act by supporting the recovery of species such as the Slender Popcornflower through protection, monitoring, and conservation actions in its protected areas.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/5uSg50Z7OxZ

06/07/2026

Planning your Canada Day celebrations? Look no further!
Join us for a full day of fun, history, and community.
🔸 Free admission
🔸 Live music
🔸 Historic weapons demonstrations
🔸 Interactive community booths
🔸 Summer heritage and nature programs
🔸 And even specially crafted ice cream.
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Bring your friends, bring your family—come celebrate Canada Day with us in a place where history comes alive!
https://ow.ly/U2AV50Z6rzJ

06/04/2026

Be wildlife-wise!
Please resist the urge to feed our adorable raccoon friends. While they may seem cute and cuddly, feeding them can lead to dependency, disrupt their natural behaviour, and even pose risks to their health and safety. 🦝

Let’s protect them by giving them space and keeping snacks to ourselves.
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05/31/2026

Did you know that a third of the food we eat is a result of insect pollination?
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05/29/2026

National Accessibility Week is next week, from May 31 to June 6!

that many of Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse NHS historic buildings, exhibits, and trails are accessible?

Download the “At the ready – Accessible guided tour” from the free Parks Canada National App. The tour provides navigational information that leads visitors with or without mobility concerns across the national historic sites, and reveals interesting historical content along the way.

Further information and download links are available here: https://ow.ly/zX9Q50YUI1G

05/27/2026

Hey Fort Rodd Hill & Fisgard Lighthouse—what were you like in the 90s?

Back then, Parks Canada staff were rocking red uniforms, school groups were provided with paper maps and worksheets, and the landscape was all about sweeping coastal views.
Today, you’ll spot the green uniform, explore the Garry Oak Learning Meadow that highlights one of Canada’s rarest ecosystems, and use accessible app based programs to dive into the stories at your own pace.

Same place, same history—just more ways to experience it, for everyone.

What’s your favourite Fort Rodd Hill or Fisgard Lighthouse memory—then or now?

05/22/2026

Tomorrow’s the day! 🐦‍⬛

Celebrate with us at Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Sites, Parks Canada.

From feathered friends to tidepool wonders, join Parks Canada staff and local organizations for hands on activities, stories, and discoveries—all about the biodiversity that surrounds us. 🦀

📆 Saturday, May 23
🕙 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Drop in, explore, and celebrate nature with us!

👉https://ow.ly/1Ktt50YUIvP

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05/17/2026

They’re back! 🐦‍⬛

After travelling thousands of miles, Barn Swallows have returned from their incredible migration!

Once a common sight across Canada, these talented nest engineers are now more rare—which makes every sighting feel extra special.

Fun fact: Barn Swallows build their nests from hundreds of tiny mud pellets, each one carefully collected and shaped using their beaks and a bit of teamwork! 🪺

Come celebrate with us on May 23 at Fort Rodd Hill and Fisgard Lighthouse National Historic Sites, Parks Canada.
Learn why Barn Swallows matter and how you can help support their recovery.
📆Saturday, May 23
🕚11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
👉https://ow.ly/5yP150YUIQ3