Hop Into Our First 2026 Fundraiser! Our Easter Eggs are Available to Order Now!

Our famous hand-crafted Chocolate Easter Eggs are officially back for the season.

Every single egg is made right here on the peninsula by our incredible volunteers using donated ingredients. This means 100% of the proceeds go directly to the Biosphere Association to support our local conservation and stewardship work.

Available in three flavours - Milk chocolate with cream filling, semi-sweet dark chocolate with cream filling or our Special Edition: semi-sweet dark chocolate with rum filling (for adults only!)

Price: $9 each or 3 for $25.

Supplies are limited and they sell out every year, so skip the line and secure yours online now! Pick up available at Bear Track's and Peacock's.  All the details are here!

You can also find us in-person at these locations:

Foodland Southampton - March 23, 10 am – 2 pm 

Peacock’s Foodland (Tobermory) - March 27 & 28, 10 am - 2 pm

Hellyer’s Foodland (Lion’s Head) - March 27 & 28, 10 am – 2 pm

Cash preferred but card or e-transfer accepted.

If you don't have a sweet tooth, you can support us with a 50/50 ticket for a chance to win over $1,000 (cash only please for 50/50 tickets).

Join Us for a Climate Action Committee Meeting March 28, 2026

Our Climate, Our Future: Join the Action!

Help shape the Northern Bruce Peninsula’s climate future! Join the "Our Climate Our Future" workshop to review progress since the 2022 - 2030 Climate Action Plan and help develop future actions together.

Refreshments will be served.

When: Sat. March 28, 10 AM – 1 PM

Where: Summer House Park, Miller Lake

Hosts: Bruce Peninsula Biosphere Association & BPEG

Register Online

The Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula's Climate Action Plan

Together, we can build a resilient future for the Peninsula!

Welcome to Our New Interim Board Member and Treasurer, Mike Brugge 

We are pleased to welcome Mike Brugge to our Board of Directors as an interim Director and our Treasurer.  Mike will be officially added to the Board after a members' vote at our AGM in June.

"I hope to ensure the financial health and stability of the organization by streamlining the reporting processes and ensuring the budget and cashflows align with the organization's strategic goals." says Mike.

Mike Brugge is a Professional Engineer and Entrepreneur with over 15 years in the Renewable Energy Sector. He is currently a partner at Ferma Energy, a company specializing in the development of utility-scale solar, wind and energy storage projects.

After spending nearly every summer as a child at a family cottage on the Bruce Peninsula, Mike and his wife Valerie, together with their twin girls, bought a cottage on Lake Huron in 2022. Mike enjoys mountain biking, ultimate frisbee, paddleboarding and reading in his free time. 

Connect with Mike on LinkedIn

Save the Date for Trivia Night in Wiarton on May 23 at the Propeller Club!

Make plans to join us for an evening of fun and friendly competition! Test your knowledge at our Spring Trivia Night while browsing our silent auction, all in support of the Bruce Peninsula Biosphere Association.

Every bid and every answer helps protect the fragile ecosystems, incredible wildlife, and natural beauty of the Peninsula.

Bring your team, and get ready to laugh, learn, and make a difference.

Doors open at 7 pm and trivia starts at 7:30.

More info and a link to buy your tickets online will be sent soon!

If you would like to sponsor a silent auction item, please reach out to us at [email protected].  

A Winter to Remember with EcoAdventures and an Exciting Spring and Summer Ahead!

This winter, over 70 explorers answered the call of the wild, trekking through snow-covered forests on our Snowshoe the Grotto excursions and venturing into the night on our wildly popular Owl Prowls.  It was our busiest winter so far and Mother Nature did not disappoint - the snow, ice and owl sounds have been truly magical. Our experienced guide, Caeli Mazara, ensured these were fun and educational trips for all participants. 

For those craving something truly unique, a new partnership with Parks Canada included the Yurt & Adventure Bundle - featuring a cozy overnight yurt stay at Cypress Lake with a guided Snowshoe the Grotto trek - an experience that brought guests closer to nature in every sense.

Behind the scenes, exciting things are happening too. A huge shoutout to our new Office Manager, Mia Toose, who worked alongside Caeli Mazara and the rest of the team to transform our website into a vibrant hub of inspiration. Visit MyEcoAdventures.ca to dive into the possibilities. 

New Adventures for Summer 2026

The EcoAdventures journey continues with an inspiring new partnership at Cape Croker for the return of the Saugeen Sojourn, an overnight immersive adventure.

Picture yourself hiking along ancient landscapes, uncovering stories of geology, flora, and fauna, and deepening your understanding of environmental stewardshi, all guided through an Anishinaabe lens.

As the sun sets, gather around an open fire for a meal under the stars, then retreat to spacious canvas tents perched on new platforms near the Cape Croker Visitor Centre. This powerful experience has been brought to life with the leadership of Caley Patrick Nadjiwon Doran, whose vision and knowledge are woven throughout the journey.

A special friends-and-family preview adventure this May will help us fine-tune the experience ahead of summer 2026—keep an eye out for your chance to join at a special rate.

And in partnership with our Bayside Astronomers, we will be offering an Alien Escape adventure starting in May.  More details below.

Bayside Astronomy Returns for Summer 2026!

Bayside Astronomy will be back again this summer, with more stars, more Greek myths, and more wow views of the moon, Saturn, Jupiter, M13 and all of your favourites!

Join us at the following times starting in June at dusk:

• Friday and Saturday nights at the POD (Peninsula Observation Deck), Lions Head Marina
• Sunday nights at Singing Sands
• Monday nights at Miller's Family Camp
• Wednesday nights at Summer House Park.

This activity is always FREE, just show up, and enjoy a star talk and views and amazing facts through our telescopes owned by local astronomers. If funding allows, we hope to have the Dream Team (Francesca, Grace and Patrick, pictured left to right) back again, and of course we hope to have you back again too!

By "The Dark Sky Guy", Mike Warkentin

Alien Escapes Start in May! 

Summer Field Trips 2026

The Biosphere team has planned a series of 2026 Members-Only Field Trips!

All Field Trips are FREE to Members, and we can't wait to see you this Spring and Summer. 

• May 16, 10 am - Wonders of the Warbler Bird Walk - Black Creek Park, Stokes River, presented by Pat Sein 
• May 30, 10 am - Alvars in Bloom - Alvar Reserve, presented by Elizabeth Thorn
• Jun 20, 10 am - Plants and Pollinators - RavenStar, presented by Caeli Mazara
• July 4, 9 am - Anishinaabe Cultural Experience - Cape Croker, presented by Caley Doran
• Aug 12 , 1- 3 pm - Watt a Summer - Hosted at a private green home in Pike Bay (Solar home, heat pump, EVs)
• Sept 26 or 27 - Alternate Watering Systems Tour - various locations, presented by Dr. Jen Adams

Registration opens April 1!

Investing in Water Quality Improvements on the Peninsula

Recent funding approvals are enabling the Biosphere Association to continue to invest in water quality improvements on the Northern Bruce Peninsula under the Six Streams Initiative.

Septic System Replacements and Improvements

First, the Biosphere Association will continue to offer its septic system improvements program, addressing water quality issues related to failing or aging septic systems in the Six Streams watersheds on the NBP. Failing or inadequate septic systems may lead to leaching of nutrients and bacteria to groundwaters and surface waters, leading to contaminated aquifers, and algal blooms in rivers and nearshore coastal zones. The program will fund inspections, and provides replacement incentives for failing systems. Please reach out if you are interested in participating.

Cattle Watering System Enhancements and Repairs

Second, the Biosphere Association is undertaking an inventory of existing alternate cattle watering systems (AWS) on the NBP, to target repairs and improvements allowing for continued cattle exclusion from NBP watercourses

Over the past decade, the Biosphere Association has been committed to improvement of water quality on the NBP through these two programs. We have created a map that provides a visual representation of existing AWS and previous septic system program participation across the NBP. It also details the need for repairs of many AWS, which are planned for the 2026 field season. The map will inform water quality monitoring in the future and will help to understand the environmental impact of these local projects. Please email [email protected] if you would like a copy.

Great Turnout for Environmental Network Meeting on March 9, Hosted by BPBA

Representatives from 20 different environmentally focused organizations with involvement in the Saugeen Bruce Peninsula attended the March 9th Environmental Network Meeting. This included seven government agencies (federal, provincial and county) seven Land Trusts and six Not-for-Profits.

Attendees shared results achieved since the fall meeting and upcoming priorities identifying areas for collaboration. An example of synergy obtained is the collaboration by network members on common communication themes and an inventory of resources and publications from Environmental Network Members.  

John Pedlar, a Research Scientist from the Canadian Forest Service of MNRF, was the guest speaker on "Assisted Migration" and shared the most current research related to the assisted migration of various  tree species. Copies of the presentation are available upon email request to [email protected].

Community Involvement with the BPBA

Community-Based Science on the Saugeen Bruce Peninsula

The Biosphere Association has a newly-funded four-year project (2025-2029) through Canada Water Agency’s Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative for Supporting Community-based Science titled “Engaging Citizens in Community-Based Science Data Collection and Stewardship on the Bruce Peninsula”.

The project will develop and implement a community-based water stewardship program on the NBP, beginning in the coastal and nearshore areas of Stokes Bay/Old Woman’s River and Judges Creek. The project will engage and train community members in generating high-quality community- based water monitoring and scientific data using standardized water testing kits distributed to citizens for use in monthly sampling. Educational, training, and data-sharing workshops will support this initiative to advance conservation, restoration and decision-making regarding priority Georgian Bay and Lake Huron environmental issues by way of increasing community-based science and data generation.

The goal is to empower citizens to understand how water quality impacts Lake Huron and our aquifer (the underground layer that yields our ground water). The more thorough the data set, the more useful the analysis and ultimate findings about NBP water quality. Citizens have an opportunity to help lay the groundwork for a Water Stewardship plan that will directly benefit our local environment over the long-term. A better understanding of local risks to water quality and protection strategies will also benefit all residents who value our peninsula wilderness, who engage in recreational water use, and who drink from wells.

If you’re interested and would like to learn more please
contact [email protected]

More Community Involvement Opportunities

Upcoming opportunities for community involvement in Spring/Summer 2026: The Biosphere Association is excited to offer several opportunities for community members to be involved in our water quality improvement and data generating projects this year. Most dates are still TBD, so keep an eye on social media for updates.

Workshops: We have a number of upcoming workshops this Spring and Summer, including invasive species removal at the Biosphere Association’s Eastnor Swamp property, and techniques in community-based science.

Planting events: We will be hosting two native planting events at the Biosphere-owned Eastnor Swamp property this May and June. Exact dates TBD, but keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates!

Water quality sampling: If you reside around Stokes Bay or in the Judges Creek watershed, we are looking for volunteers to participate in our Canada Water Agency-funded community science program.
Volunteers will be given water testing kits for participation in our initial program year. Test kits will generate data on priority environmental issues, including (but not limited to) algal productivity, turbidity, and phosphorus in the coastal and nearshore zones of Lake Huron and Georgian Bay.

PADI Women's Dive Day Fundraiser

July 17 - 19, 2026 - This summer, the Biosphere Association in partnership with new scuba dive shop owners, Szilvia & Steve Mervyn of Dive Life Tobermory are proud to organize a fundraiser during the celebration of PADI Women’s Dive Day in Tobermory, Ontario — Ontario’s scuba diving capital and gateway to Fathom Five National Marine Park.

This three-day immersive event brings together certified female-identifying divers and community members for a special weekend of diving, citizen science, environmental learning, and a celebration of local women leading environmental stewardship.     

With a goal to advance the BPBA’s mission to foster environmental stewardship, education, and sustainable development across the Saugeen Bruce Peninsula, funds raised will directly support local conservation initiatives while building a stronger connection between divers and the fragile nearshore ecosystems of Lake Huron and Georgian Bay.

While shipwrecks in this area are well known by divers, the ecological richness of Fathom Five’s nearshore waters — its freshwater mussels, unique fish species, aquatic plants, invertebrates, and geological history — remains under-recognized. This event bridges that gap through hands-on learning and underwater exploration.

This isn’t just for divers—everyone’s invited! Join us for a full weekend of activities open to the whole community. Stay tuned as details come together and new ways to participate, sponsor, and join the fun are announced.