The WRS Welcomes Kevin Kemmish as the new Manager

The Algonquin Wildlife Research Station would like to welcome Kevin Kemmish as our new station manager. Kevin is a recent Guelph graduate and the 2018 assistant manager. Tim will be stepping down after 5 years at the WRS. We would like to thank him for his contributions over the last 5 seasons and wish him luck in his future endeavors. His work at the station has allowed us to stay true to our vision of being a leader in wildlife research through experiential learning. Please contact the research station should you require Tim's contact information.

2018 Field Season Update

2017 was a field season for the records. With increases to research presence, field course involvement and world-class public education programming the WRS has set new standards for our future in Algonquin. Our successes would not have come without the dedicated effort of our researchers, staff, BOD and committed alumni. With 2018 underway and our 74th field season we would like to ask for your support in furthering our goals and visions for the organization. Please click the donate tab above, or contact the Executive Director Tim Winegard to learn how you can contribute and be a part of the WRS legacy.

2018 Employment Opportunities have been filled

The WRS is pleased to announce that our positions for 2018 have been filled. Our seasonal positions include the WRS assistant manager, head cook, and assistant cook roles. All of our positions require hardworking, passionate individuals who enjoy the outdoors, and who are looking to build experience in one of our demanding roles. Our seasonal staff truly get the experience of a lifetime and we look forward to working with them in 2018. Please check back for 2019 postings in January, 2019

For more information please visit  our online postings at WorkCabin.ca or click here.

2018 Wild Ontario-WRS Spring Spruce Up Great Success

The 5th annual Wild Ontario-WRS Spring Spruce Up Event saw over 20 volunteers from the Guelph University based Wild Ontario volunteer group visit the station to help in opening and sprucing up the station for the 2018 season. The WRS would like to thank the volunteers for their hard work painting, building, and maintaining the WRS grounds and buildings. With a special thanks to Jenn Bock for her hard work organizing such a great group of volunteers to the visit the station. For more information on Wild Ontario and their educational work please visit their website.

2017 Research Report is Available!

With the 2018 field season underway we are pleased to announce the release of our 2017 research report from the WRS. Our annual publication provides information on the various research projects, documentary film making, and public outreach events conducted at the WRS. We hope that this years report will continue to educate and inspire people passionate about wildlife research and conservation. Thanks for your support in 2017 and please stay tuned for updates from the 2018 season! To be added to our mailing list for updates, and information on the station please contact our communications director Patrick Moldowan (PMoldowan1@laurentian.ca)

10th Annual Meet the Researcher Day Event

August 2, 2018 will mark the 10th Annual WRS Meet the Researcher Day. With researchers from the WRS, Harkness Fisheries Lab, Ontario Parks/MNRF as well as University Labs across the province. The event also hosts local archeologist Rory Mackay, The Owl Foundation, Ontario Nature, Bear With Us, and Coyote Watch. Attendees learn about Algonquins world famous wildlife, fisheries and cultural history in addition to ways in which they can get involved through citizen science and program opportunities. Many thanks to the Friends of Algonquin Park for their generous support of the event and hosting the charity BBQ. We would also like to thank the door prize contributors and sponsors of the event: Ontario Parks/MNRF, Algonquin Outfitters, Bartlett Lodge, the AWRS, Ontario Nature, and The Owl Foundation.

Film Crew works with WRS Based BLISS Salamander Project

The salamander migration at the WRS is surely a sign of spring! Production teams once again visited the WRS this spring to work with researchers to capture the intimate lives of spotted salamanders. Stay tune for the final product!

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