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Watch this space for summer 2026 activities!For information about amenities at Murphys Point (services, facilities, attractions) during the 2026 season, be sure to check https://www.ontarioparks.com/park/murphyspoint.
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Category Archives: Murphys Point Provincial Park
The History and Astronomy of the Perseids Meteor Shower
The following post is contributed by Friends of Murphys Point student Lazar Stevanovic. This week we will be taking a closer look at the Perseids Meteor Shower, named after the constellation Perseus. When the shower is at its peak, Perseus … Continue reading
Species of the Week: The Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
This week’s #SpeciesoftheWeek is the Yellow-bellied Sapsucker (Sphyrapicus varius), one of the most brilliant woodpeckers we have in the park! Yellow-bellied Sapsuckers are medium-sized woodpeckers with distinct, beautiful colouration, as well as a name-giving yellow belly. They are most common … Continue reading
Species of the Week: The Smallmouth Bass
Today’s #SpeciesOfTheWeek is the Smallmouth Bass (Micropterus dolomieu). Smallmouth Bass are members of the Sunfish Family which also includes Bluegill, Pumpkinseed, Largemouth Bass, Rock Bass and Crappie. A Smallmouth Bass has red eyes, a jaw that does not extend beyond the … Continue reading
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