Did you know that Killbear is part of a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve - internationally recognized as a special place in the world?

The Georgian Bay Mnidoo Gamii Biosphere Region

To pronounce the full name, Georgian Bay Mnidoo Gamii Biosphere, say Min-i-doh gumee (meaning Great Lake of the Spirit or Georgian Bay).

Welcome to the world’s largest freshwater archipelago! Designated as a UNESCO world biosphere region in 2004, this unique area stretches 200km along the eastern coast of Georgian Bay from Port Severn to the French River.

It is situated within Anishinabek territory, and takes in portions of the Robinson-Huron Treaty of 1850 and the Williams Treaty of 1923.

 The Georgian By Biosphere charity is responsible for maintaining the UNESCO biosphere designation and their conservation efforts, community gardens, and Indigenous-led cultural programs all make a positive difference and help build a more sustainable region!

Explore the Biosphere’s Amazing Places! No matter the season, these places will take your breath away.

Killbear is the perfect spot starting point, as one of the Amazing Places is Killbear's own Twin Points Trail. This trail winds through hardwood forest, across rock barrens, and heads out on lichen encrusted rocky points for a spectacular view of the entire Killbear Peninsula above the sparkling waters of Georgian Bay. The Friends of Killbear are raising funds to help make the first section of trail barrier free so everyone can enjoy this Amazing Place.  Make a Donation

From Killbear, check out all of Georgian Bay Biosphere Reserve's other Amazing Places!