Category Archives: Murphys Point

All Smiles for Reptiles!

Murphys Point is home to numerous native reptile species including the beloved Gray Ratsnake and a variety of turtle species. While we see an abundance of these scaly and shelled creatures in the park, many of the reptiles at Murphys … Continue reading

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Celebrating Indigenous Knowledge and Community at Murphys Point

Written by Whitney Quenneville Today, on National Indigenous Peoples Day, we want to highlight and celebrate Indigenous leaders and interpreters who have facilitated workshops at Murphys Point over the past few years. In 2018 and 2019, master canoe builder, Chuck … Continue reading

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Turtle Nesting Season in Murphys Point

It’s a busy time of year for our park’s slowest movers! We have many turtles, like this Northern Map Turtle, looking for spots to lay their eggs, and we are busy covering their nests to protect them. Female Northern Map … Continue reading

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