Rascal Reaches Canada: Honoring Our National Parks

This photo captures a special milestone for Rascal’s Year of Adventure - its first journey into Canada.

Held at the edge of a Waterton Lake, with snow-dusted mountains rising behind and clouds breaking just enough to let the light through, Rascal found himself surrounded by the kind of wild beauty that defines Canada’s national parks. These landscapes are more than scenic backdrops; they are living classrooms, sanctuaries for wildlife, and places where curiosity naturally takes root.

Canada’s protected spaces, stewarded by Parks Canada, represent a commitment to preserving ecosystems that stretch from wetlands and forests to alpine peaks and glacial lakes. Standing here, book in hand, it was impossible not to feel how closely Rascal’s story aligns with that mission - encouraging young readers to notice animals, habitats, and the quiet magic of nature through the changing seasons.

This moment felt symbolic. A book inspired by curiosity, exploration, and respect for the natural world crossing a border into a country defined by its vast wild spaces. From raccoons and frogs to forests and waterways, Rascal’s adventures feel right at home here.

We’re proud to mark this first Canadian stop and to honor the national parks that protect these extraordinary places for future generations. May Rascal’s journey continue to spark wonder - and may it inspire children and families on both sides of the border to step outside, look closer, and care deeply for the natural world around them.

Here’s to many more adventures ahead.