Safety and guidelines

Be prepared and stay safe while enjoying your visit! Review important bulletins, weather conditions, and visitor guidelines.

Be prepared

What should I bring to the island?

Dress for the weather, as visits are rain or shine, and we suggest you bring:

• sturdy footwear (such as sneakers or hiking boots)
• sunscreen
• hat
• water
• food (as required)
• hand sanitizer

Visitor guidelines

Dogs, smoking, alcohol, water, food, garbage, recycling.

Weather

Current conditions and short-term weather forecast.

Important bulletins

Important announcements, notifications, and active superintendent orders.

For your safety

Georges Island is a fortification with steep masonry walls and surrounded by a ditch up to 9 metres deep.

To have a safe visit, please observe the following:

• Please do not climb up on the walls or earthworks or out into gun openings. These areas are especially dangerous when wet.
• Young children should be under close supervision at all times.
• Be aware of steep inclines and watch out for low doorways, uneven steps, and floors.