Tuning in to Nature is Back!

Your favourite musical trail walk returns on Saturday, August 31, from 1–3 p.m. in Morell, PEI. Make your Labour Day weekend plans today by purchasing tickets to this high-demand event.

Presented by Points East Coastal Drive and featuring PEISO and community musicians in the great outdoors, experience the organic merging of music and sounds of the natural world. Embark on this 45-minute trek through the Meike Trail at Kelly Green Park in Morell, Kings County, PEI, accompanied by Western classical, Indigenous, Acadian, and eclectic world music.

The Meike Trail at Kelly Green Park

The Meike Trail winds its way through the Kelly Green natural area. Natural areas are pieces of land set aside by the province because of their ecological significance. This site has long been considered to be one of the best sites on PEI to see shore birds, raptors and woodland bird species. There is a great variety of flora and fauna to be seen — if you take the time to look! Along the trail, both in the spruce forest, the hardwood forest, and the fields, a wide assortment of bird species, especially warblers, can be seen.

Land Acknowledgement

In the spirit of Reconciliation, the PEI Symphony Orchestra acknowledges that the land upon which Tuning in to Nature convenes is unceded Mi’kmaq territory. Epekwitk or Prince Edward Island lies within the Mi’kmaq’ki and is covered by the historic Treaties of Peace and Friendship. We pay our respects to the Indigenous Mi’kmaq People who have occupied this Island for over 12,000 years -- past, present, and future.

Registration

You must register before attending Tuning in to Nature! Registration time slots are available in 20-minute increments to space attendees such that the trail is not congested. We ask that you arrive at the Meike Trail at Kelly Green Park 5 minutes prior to your scheduled times. Visit the check-in table upon your arrival. You are not required to enter the trail with a group if you wish to adventure alone. Attendees are encouraged to move continuously or take only brief pauses at each musician's station. Click here to purchase tickets!

Sponsors

Thank you to this year's presenting sponsor Points East Coastal Drive. We also thank The Rural Municipality of Morell for their support of this event.

Ryan E. Drew, Artistic Director

Ryan E. Drew, percussionist and communications researcher from PEI, Canada, is a Teaching Artist with the National Arts Centre and performs with the PEI Symphony Orchestra and Charlottetown Festival Orchestra.

His scholarly work in media studies, GenAI, inquiry-based learning, and "climate curiosity" has informed National Geographic-funded projects and presentations to international forums. Ryan is Artistic Director for Tuning in to Nature (PEISO), and recently associate produced for SPHERE: The NAC Orchestra's Festival for Listening to the Earth, and The Great Canadian Orchestra Field Trip (NAC). Ryan also works as a design consultant for the Canadian Army and teaches Inquiry Studies at the University of Prince Edward Island.

Holding a Bachelor of Music and a Masters in Global Affairs, he’s now engaged in doctoral studies at the University of New Brunswick.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Tuning in to Nature for?

This is an all-ages event — perfect for nature enthusiasts, music lovers, and families with young kids! The trail is flat and well-maintained; however, discretion is advised for those with limited mobility.

How much does this event cost?

Registration is $20 for adults and $10 for students with promo code: STUDENT50. Free for children 10 years of age and under.

What happens if it's raining?

In the event of inclement weather, Tuning in to Nature will be rescheduled for Sunday, September 1. If inclement weather persists on Sunday, the event will be further pushed to Monday, September 2. Any notices of postponement will be shared via email and social media before 9:30 a.m.

Is there parking available?

Limited parking is available on site. Alternatively, attendees may use:

- Morell Welcome Centre
- Rossiter Park
- Morell Coop parking lot (closest to Red Head Harbour Road)
- Provincial Credit Union parking lot
- Firehall parking lot

There will be volunteers around directing traffic.