Firefly Walk at Short Hills

Join The Friends of Short Hills Park for an illuminating experience with the fireflies of Niagara. Free event, suitable for families. Information will also be provided about the Friends of Short Hills Provincial Park.

Find out more about the Friends of Short Hills Park here. Please consider joining the Friends of Short Hills Park — you can help support activities and maintenance in the park, take part in educational talks, and more. Click here for membership information.

This is a free event. Please note that dates are somewhat tentative and may change depending on the presence of fireflies (or lack thereof). If firefly numbers are weak leading up to the event, a reschedule may be offered; conversely, if firefly numbers are strong and interest warrants it, earlier or additional dates may be offered.

The walk will start at the Pelham Road parking lot of Short Hills Provincial Park. After a short discussion about fireflies, we will hike a short distance down the Black Walnut Trail, just past Scout Camp Road and the bridge over 12 Mile Creek.

Be aware that ticks are present in the park. It is recommended to wear long-sleeve shirts and pants tucked into your footwear to reduce exposure to ticks. The trail may be muddy so hiking boots or waterproof, closed-toe footwear is recommended.

Bring a flashlight. You may want to wear insect repellent.

Note – Dates are somewhat tentative. Events run rain or shine (unless there is lightning). If there's rain I will also attempt to run the hike the following day. Stay tuned for updates!