Families Invited to Indigenous Story Walk & Restoration Planting Event at Carstairs Trailhead

Cobourg, September 23, 2026 — Children, families, and caregivers are invited to participate in a special Indigenous Story Walk & Restoration Planting Event on Thursday, October 8 at the Carstairs Trailhead in Northumberland County Forest.

Presented with support from TD Friends of the Environment Foundation, and in partnership with Alderville First Nation, Dnaagdawenmag Binnoojiiyag Child & Family Services and EarlyON Child and Family Centres, the event offers a unique opportunity for families to connect with nature, learn through Indigenous storytelling, and contribute to environmental stewardship through hands-on tree and native plant planting activities.

The event is designed to encourage children and caregivers to explore the forest together while learning about Indigenous perspectives on the land, the importance of healthy ecosystems, and the role everyone can play in protecting and restoring natural spaces for future generations.

Participants will enjoy an interactive story walk featuring Indigenous teachings and themes of environmental responsibility, followed by a restoration planting activity that will help enhance habitat and biodiversity within the Northumberland County Forest.

Representatives from Alderville First Nation will share Indigenous knowledge and teachings that highlight the relationship between people and the land, while EarlyON staff will help provide engaging, family-friendly activities that support early learning and outdoor exploration.

Event details

What: Indigenous Story Walk & Restoration Planting Event

When: Thursday, October 8, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Where: Carstairs Trailhead, Northumberland County Forest

Who: Children, caregivers, families, and community members

Free to attend

Sign up here: KEyON

Families are encouraged to dress for outdoor conditions and wear appropriate footwear. All planting materials and activity supplies will be provided.