When walking through the park you might find evidence of Canada’s national animal, the North American Beaver. The homes of these instinctive engineers are recognizable by many as a staple in the Ontario outdoors! 🦫

To build a lodge, beavers begin by creating a platform in the water out of sticks and mud. Next, more sticks are piled on top to create a dome-like structure. The beavers then dig entry tunnels and gnaw out chambers to serve as rooms. They reinforce the structure by coating the outside with mud (this is done regularly, as the mud gets washed away by rain and snow).🪵

There are several spots in Murphys Point where you might see a beaver lodge, including the Lally Loop Trail and the Beaver Pond Trail. Come and see these naturally engineered accommodations for yourself! 🐾