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Friends of Hampton Park The Hampton Park Woods is an 11-hectare environmentally protected urban forest. It is located on the unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinabeg Nation.

It contains more than 125 native species of flora, of which about 25 are native tree species, approximately 25 bird species, and more than 20 invasive species (flora/fauna). See 2020 Natural Heritage and Impact Study / Executive Summary:

https://carlingtonparkhome.files.wordpress.com/2021/02/2020-executive-summary-unas-121-and-122.pdf

The Friends of Hampton Park formed in 2019 to protect this important local resource, and to raise awareness of the need to conserve the Woods for generations to come. Our goal is to create and implement a community-driven, long-term sustainable plan for the Hampton Park Woods. We hold guided walks and webinars, control invasive species, pick up litter, and help reintroduce native species. We also publish the quarterly Carlington Hampton News in partnership with the Friends of Carlington Woods. Hampton Park Woods is owned by the National Capital Commission, and was zoned as Environmental Protected by the City of Ottawa in 2005.

09/22/2026
09/21/2026

Watering Wednesday! 💦

After a very cooperative summer of rain, we'll need to water the 200+ trees and shrubs planted earlier this year.

Meet at the Buell entrance of Hampton Park at 6:30 pm on Wednesday September 23rd.

If you have a spare watering can, bring it along.

Photo-Synthesis: Creative Photo Walk in the Hampton Park WoodsSaturday October 35:00 pm -6:30 pm(rain date: Sunday Octob...
09/08/2026

Photo-Synthesis: Creative Photo Walk in the Hampton Park Woods

Saturday October 3
5:00 pm -6:30 pm
(rain date: Sunday October 4)

Photography is a wonderful way to grow your knowledge and appreciation of your natural surroundings, document your finds, and express your creativity. Explore the Hampton Park Woods with artist and teacher, Susie Shapiro, and Friends of Hampton Park director, Sharon Boddy. Through creative observation and scientific investigation, we’ll hone our artistic eye and discover new perspectives, examine the environment closely, pay attention to the light, and play with composition. No photography experience is necessary, and all types of photographic devices are welcome.

Experience Level: Complete beginners and seasoned photographers alike are warmly welcomed.

What to Bring: Any photographic device you wish—smartphones, DSLRs, and compact cameras are all welcome.

Meeting Location: City parking lot off of Sebring Avenue, behind the Hampton Park Plaza

Registration: Please RSVP to [email protected]. This is a “pay what you can” event and a portion of the proceeds will go to Friends of Hampton Park.

09/08/2026

Hampton Dog Run Alert!

A regular Hampton user reported seeing blue mold in the muddy area by the dog run fence closest to the Queensway. Her dog ate some before she could stop him and he's been very sick since.

The area will be checked and, if the mold can still be observed, the city will be alerted. In the meantime, be on the lookout for mold so that you can keep your pups safe.

Beat the future heat! Water a tree today! Since we can't count on rain this week, we'll need help watering the 100 trees...
06/29/2026

Beat the future heat! Water a tree today!

Since we can't count on rain this week, we'll need help watering the 100 trees and 100 shrubs planted in Hampton last month. Meet at the Buell entrance of the park (off of Kirkwood) at 7 pm. If you have a watering can, bring it along!

If you can't make it tonight, but would like to be part of the regular watering team, email [email protected] and we'll send you all the details you'll need.

Japanese knotweed is in the top 5 invasive plants in our region, growing up to 15 feet tall and shading out any other pl...
06/16/2026

Japanese knotweed is in the top 5 invasive plants in our region, growing up to 15 feet tall and shading out any other plant below, even other invasive species.

You can help by pulling out the regrowth in Hampton Park at any time -- you don't need to wait for a scheduled event! Watch this video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cf3nN8gHrRQ&t=35s, to see how easy it can be done.

But be warned! This area of Hampton Park is filled with European fire ants, which sting and itch, so long pants and closed-toed shoes are absolutely necessary.

Questions? Email [email protected]

June 3, 2026Hampton Park is an old growth forest that has many in...

Someone nailed a birdhouse to a black cherry tree in the Hampton Park Woods. The City has been informed and asked to rem...
06/10/2026

Someone nailed a birdhouse to a black cherry tree in the Hampton Park Woods. The City has been informed and asked to remove it.

Birds do not need bird houses in a forest and, because it was installed relatively low to the ground, it's not an ideal habitat, and could attract predators.

DO NOT erect bird feeders or bird houses in natural areas, like Hampton Park. Unattended feeders can become hot spots for bacteria or disease, and can attract predators. Birds have plenty of trees to nest in and do not require bird houses either.

Thank you 🐦‍⬛

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641 Parkview Road
Ottawa, ON
K1Z7E7

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