A is for Algonquin: An Ontario Alphabet

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Located in central Ontario Algonquin Provincial Park is a huge area of forests rugged ground and fresh water Canada’s oldest provincial park was established in 1893 in order to preserve the land in its natural form and to manage the commercial commercial uses of the park The best way to explore Algonquin is by canoe or foot Its 1,500 kilometres of canoe routes and peaceful backpacking trails make Algonquin Park a great getaway for many all year long Summer is the most popu lar time to visit the park Many families come to camp fish and paddle the many lakes hoping to see a moose deer or wolf along the way In winter visitors explore the park by snowshoe or dogsled Ontario has 104 operating provincial parks Besides Algonquin other popular parks in our province include Bronte Creek Killarney Quetico and Wasaga Beach