Saunders Hydro Dam Visitor Centre

07/28/2026

⚡️Watt Next : Hydro Quest is officially open for the summer!⚡️

The Saunders Hydro Dam Visitor Centre is excited to welcome the community back to our interactive Watt Next Hydro Quest room. This hands-on simulation is a fun way for visitors of all ages to learn more about hydroelectric power, energy decisions, and how electricity is generated.

Stop by the Visitor Centre this summer, or call us to book a time to go through the simulation with your family, group, or organization.

📍 Visit us at the Saunders Visitor Centre
📞 Call us to book your Hydro Quest experience: [613-932-5463]

We look forward to seeing you this summer!

07/17/2026

🦇Yesterday, OPG enjoyed hosting the Bat Ecology and Research Workshop with Dr. Brian Hickey and the St. Lawrence River Institute education team at the Saunders Hydro Dam Visitor Centre. A huge thank you to Brian and his team from the River Institute for organizing the event and making it so memorable!

🦇🌙Guests had the opportunity to engage with Brian throughout an educational presentation about bats, participate in various crafts for kids, a family-friendly scavenger hunt, and even observe four real bats that were caught, studied, tagged, released and tracked!

🦇🌙The event welcomed 45 people with an interest in learning about these nighttime creatures.

🦇A big thank you to everyone who joined us at the visitor centre last night. Your participation and enthusiasm were much appreciated! We hope to see you at our future events.

☀️🔬🧪If anyone is interested in knowing more about our future events, please check out our Summer Fun 2026 Program on Eventbrite.

🔗 : https://www.opg.com/news-resources/education/visitor-centres/saunders-visitor-centre/

07/15/2026

🧪Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of all things icky and discover the science behind the things that make you say “eww!”🧪

Join us and Scientists in School at the Saunders Hydro Dam Visitor Centre on Monday, July 20 (10:00am - 11:00am) for a hands-on science workshop where kids will explore viscosity by creating their own “snot,” identify different animals by examining their s**t (yes, p**p!), and discover the wonders of digestion by producing a burp in a bag.

✅Admission is FREE, but registration is required.

Recommended for ages 4–12. Families are encouraged to participate together, and one activity kit will be provided per family.

🔗 Here is the link for registration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/scientists-in-school-and-opg-presents-ewwwthat-science-is-gross-tickets-1990889689655?aff=oddtdtcreator

We look forward to seeing you for this gross, yet incredibly fun-filled science adventure!

Explore the gross side of science: make "snot," identify animals from their s**t, learn about digestion, and produce a burp in a bag! A fun,

07/10/2026

🎢⚙️ What an incredible afternoon of science, creativity, and hands-on learning!

On July 9, the Saunders Hydro Dam Visitors Centre partnered with Scientists in School to host our Ride ‘n’ Roll with Science workshop, welcoming 39 participants for an exciting STEM adventure.

Participants explored the science behind amusement park rides by building spinning rides to investigate gravity, creating bumper car arenas to learn about forces and collisions, designing ziplines to discover potential energy, and constructing roller coasters while experimenting with motion, speed, and energy.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this fun-filled afternoon, and a special thank you to our partners at Scientists in School for delivering such an engaging and interactive workshop. We hope to see you at another event soon! 💙🔬

07/05/2026

🐠On Friday, July 3, OPG had the wonderful opportunity to be part of the annual Family Fishing Event, hosted by the Raisin Region Conservation Authority.

🛟OPG hosted a booth where families stopped by to learn about water safety around dams, discover how hydroelectricity works, and take home a variety of fun giveaways.

🎣The event was a great success, with families enjoying a day of fishing while exploring the different booths of our amazing community partners. To end the day, prizes were given to five winners for different fishing category awards.

☀️With beautiful, sunny weather and plenty of smiles, it was a fun day that everyone enjoyed!

07/03/2026

🦇🌙 Discover the Amazing World of Bats at our Bat Ecology & Research Workshop! 🌙🦇

Join us at the Saunders Hydro Dam Visitor Centre for our Bat Ecology & Research Workshop, a FREE evening of hands-on learning with the St. Lawrence River Institute!

📅 Time: 6:00 p.m.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages welcome
🎟️ FREE Admission – Registration Required

During this interactive workshop, you’ll:
🦇 Learn about local bat species and why they matter.
🎧 Discover how scientists monitor bats using bat detectors and mist nets.
🏠 Learn how bat houses help support bat populations.
📡 Explore wildlife tracking technology, including the Motus Wildlife Tracking System.
🎨 Enjoy hands-on activities and crafts for the whole family.
🤞 If conditions allow, you may even get to see a live bat!

Whether you’re a nature enthusiast or simply looking for a fun and educational family activity, this workshop is sure to be a memorable experience.

⚠️ Registration is required, so reserve your FREE spot today!

🔗 Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1990720365201?aff=oddtdtcreator

07/02/2026

🎢🔬 Only a few spots left! 🔬🎢

Looking for a fun, hands-on activity for the kids? Join us at the Saunders Hydro Dam Visitor Centre for our Ride ‘n’ Roll with Science workshop, presented by OPG and Scientists in School!

📅 Time: 1:00 p.m.
⏱️ Duration: 60 minutes
👧 Ages: 4–12
🧪 Registration Required (Very limited space remaining!)

Step into an amusement park of science as young scientists explore the exciting physics behind rides and motion! Participants will:
🎡 Discover the actions and reactions of bumper cars
🌀 Explore the forces at work when things spin
🚡 Build a zipline while investigating gravity
🎢 Design and test their own roller coaster

It’s the perfect mix of learning, creativity, and hands-on fun! One science kit will be provided per family.

⚠️ Spaces are filling up fast, so don’t wait—register today before they’re gone!

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Sign up and join OPG and Scientists in School for an in-person workshop at 1:00 PM titled Ride 'n' Roll with Science

07/02/2026

🌊 Looking for a fun, family-friendly outing this weekend? Come visit the Saunders Hydro Dam Visitor Centre!

We’re open Saturday and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and admission is FREE! 🎉

Whether you’re looking for an educational adventure, a relaxing day outdoors, or something fun for all ages, there’s something for everyone to enjoy:

💧 Explore our interactive exhibits
⚡ Take on the WATTNEXT Hydro Quest Water Table Escape Room
🚶‍♀️ Walk or cycle along the scenic trails beside the beautiful St. Lawrence River
🌿 Wander through our gardens
🏗️ Discover the fascinating history of the St. Lawrence Seaway and Power Project

It’s the perfect way to spend a summer weekend with family and friends while learning something new along the way.

📍 Saunders Hydro Dam Visitor Centre
🕤 Open this weekend: 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
🎟️ FREE Admission

We can’t wait to welcome you!