Algonquin Provincial Park
Land Acknowledgement
The Marine Water Cooler respectfully acknowledges that our explorations in Algonquin Provincial Park are taking place on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Anishinaabe Algonquin Nation. Their presence in this area dates back to time immemorial, and we recognize and honor their history and culture.
The Marine Water Cooler recognizes the Algonquins (Anicinàpe) as the keepers and defenders of the Ottawa River Watershed and its surrounding lands. Furthermore, TWMC respects and affirms the inherent Treaty Rights of all Indigenous Peoples across this land. We acknowledge the historical oppression of lands, cultures, and the original Peoples in what we now know as Canada.
Algonquin Lakes
Learn more about some of the lakes we’ve explored while backcountry camping in Algonquin Park. We hope to revisit some these lakes with our sonar to map and observe.
We do not currently dive our ROV in the park.
Upcoming Exploration Project
This underwater project will be to honour where the journey all began! We will test the capabilities of our remote-operated vehicle while studying the human impact of increased tourism.
Subject to Ministry approval.
Park History
Before its designation as a provincial park, this land served as the ancestral home of the Algonquin people in the Ottawa Valley. Over the years, it played various roles, including a timber reserve and a vital rail corridor. Today, it is protected as a wildlife sanctuary, preserving its natural beauty for future explorers to experience and appreciate
Harkness Laboratory of Fisheries Research
Located on Opeongo Lake in Algonquin Park, the Harkness Laboratory of Fisheries Research is in charge of fish population monitoring, surveys, and assessment projects in the surrounding area.
