Archived Travel and Tourism News 2011

Tips for Winter Warriors-Globe and Mail
Jan 08, 2012 – Sure, you could take your workout indoors until Victoria Day. But if you understand how low temperatures affect you – and how to protect yourself – you can stay fit without hibernating. See complete story 5 tips for cold-weather workouts  Find more winter safety tips for outdoors in a Canadian Winter

Orillia OPP Museum--for dog lovers--a good reason to visit 
Renowned OPP tracking dog Cloud II and his story are being memorialized at the Ontario Provincial Police Museum in Orillia. In September 1975, he was shot and killed in the line of duty northeast of Sudbury while tracking Donald Kelly...
see  Renowned OPP canine to be memorialized

Muskoka Ontario in Top 12 World Destinations
National Geographic picks Muskoka as one of top dozen travel spots for 2012.  "Just two hours by car—but a world away—from Toronto beats the heart of Ontario’s cottage country, Muskoka. Families have gathered here for generations to revel in true wilderness. The 2,500-square-mile area includes 8,699 miles of shoreline, 17 historic towns and villages, and innumerable waterfalls and lakes (like Kahshe Lake, above) framed by the peaks of Algonquin Provincial Park to the east and the isles of Georgian Bay Islands National Park to the west."  See more on Muskoka Ontario for Muskoka romantic getaways and Muskoka family fun getaways.

Hockley Valley Resort, Orangeville
Hockley Valley's 'Cabin' re-invents Rustic Elegance 
Chef Michael Potters’ new high-end leisure restaurant set to open
December 17
Construction is underway at Hockley Valley Resort for cabin, the newest culinary addition to the famous hotel, golf and ski destination. Under the direction of acclaimed Canadian Chef Michael Potters, cabin will open its doors on December 17.
www.hockley.com/home

Landmark Muskoka Resort Introduces Quarter Share Fractional Ownership
The Cottages at Windermere House, a fractional ownership resort on Lake Rosseau in Muskoka, Ontario, has introduced quarter ownership shares in.......

Muskoka For Romance and Families
Traditions continue for Muskoka resort vacations north of Toronto. Discover the National Georgraphic # 1 destination pick for summer vacations.  See Muskoka Family Getaways, or for couples romance
see Muskoka Romantic Getaways.  Travel north on Highway 400 and Highway 11 to reach one of Ontario's best known resort destination.

International Festival of Authors Heads North of Toronto
Ontario travel touring IFOA festival heads north of Toronto  to Thunder Bay Barrie,  Midland, Orillia, Owen Sound, Parry Sound,  for a total of 6 cities in Ontario accessible via Highway 400 north.

Halloween with Sir John A. Macdonald in Kingston
Monday October 31, follow the it carriage way between 5 & 8 p.m. Parks Canada invites you and your little goblins to visit the Bellevue House  former home of the late Sir John A. Macdonald, Canada’s first Prime Minister, by candlelight. The Ghost of Sir John A. may be returning from the in this historic mansion.  Stay in Kingston Ontario

Halloween fundraiser supports provincial and national athletes
Sudbury Northern Life Staff:  Parents and children searching for something different to do this Halloween are invited to participate in the Laurentian Nordic Ski Club’s second annual Trick or Trek event this Saturday (Oct. 29). There will be two events held Saturday — a Not-So-Spooky one-kilometre walk/run for the younger participants at 6:30 p.m. and a Spooky two-kilometre walk/run for older kids. Stay in Sudbury Area

Romance Ontario Waters & Fall Colors North of Toronto
Romancing the water is the theme for September road trips north of Toronto. Walk Ontario beaches with blues in the foreground and fall leaf changes in the backgound for fall colours. Stay overnight in amazing romantic inns  and take a romantic cruise. Enjoy autumn sunsets, traditional lodges and luxury resorts with combined dining and amenities.   Lakes, rivers and waterways define Ontario resort destinations north of Toronto and create the atmosphere for that special romantic getaway.

Cottage Life Picks Top 5 Fall Fairs
5 fall fairs not to miss One of the best things about fall in cottage country are the fairs—all 230-plus of them. Many have unique competitions worth checking out, like cow-milking or bale-sculpting. So when it gets a bit too chilly to hang out on the dock, join the fun at these unique events.  Find more Ontario fall fairs north of Toronto.

Outrageous Oranges, Yummy yellows, Passionate Purples  North of Toronto
North of Toronto..............…..September  2011.  Heading north to see fall foliage and leaf colour changes in Ontario’s vast hardwood forests can be combined with several unique fairs, festivals and studio art tours .  A  fall road trip on one of the many fall foliage and colour routes north of Toronto will lead travellers to some FREE events like Doors Open Ontario, fresh food and farmers’ market enthusiasts love the fall season with all of its fresh produce and homemade 100 mile goodies..There are many creative artists on display at  studio tours  and harvest festivals with unique fun family activities to attend. 

Friends of Algonquin Park Report Fall Colour at Peak!
The peak colour of the Sugar Maple canopy in Algonquin Park is now here!  If you are planning a trip to observe the autumn colours now is the time.  The duration of the peak colour depends on a number of environmental factors including daylight length, temperature, high winds and heavy rain.  For the latest information check the current fall colour report.  Good leaf viewing may be possible until mid-October, but don't wait too long.  Find out more on the Algonquin Area including accommodation suggested road trips, hiking trails, studio tours, and fall fairs
see Ontario Algonquin Area

Big Chute Fall Colour Cruises
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 24 to SUNDAY OCTOBER 9
Midland Tours Inc. offers 2 1/2 hour Fall Colour Tours on the Muskoka Trent-Severn Waterway departing from Port Severn, Ontario. The Serendipity Princess cruises to the Big Chute Marine Railway - only two of its kind in the world.
Regular Sightseeing Cruise  $29 Adult   $27 Senior  $15 child (8-14)
http://www.midlandtours.com/
boats/bigchute.htm

Apple Harvest Festival
October 7-October 10, 2011
The towns of Thornbury, Clarksburg and Blue Mountain Village.
Activities include live music and entertainment, pumpkin carving for kids and artistic carving demonstrations, fish ladder tours, art gallery demonstrations, scavenger hunts, the Blue Mountain Turkey Tent Sale and Volkswagen test drives to name just a few. Visitors will be sure to see the height of the fall colours along the Niagara Escarpment while enjoying local culinary delights along the Apple Pie Trail on the two mapped out Volkswagen Fall Colour Drives.
Visit www.appleharvestfestival.ca
Accommodation at inns, resorts, hotels in Collingwood & Area

Images Thanksgiving Studio
Tour Simcoe County
October 7-October 10, 2011
The Images Studio Tour is an artist-run juried event and, boasts one of Ontario’s finest and longest running studio tours. Forty outstanding artists and crafts people will exhibit their work over the 4 days at 23 different studios in historic towns. Tour the  back roads including Lake Simcoe shorelines. 
Stay in Barrie, Orillia or Horseshoe Valley. Also enjoy the fall harvest season with a Thanksgiving Getaway Packages

Driving Safety During Fall Thanksgiving Weekend
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) will be joining tens of thousands of Canadian police partners over the Thanksgiving long weekend for Operation Impact, an annual nation-wide traffic enforcement and education campaign.

NORTH WORDS MUSKOKA LITERARY FESTIVAL
with Margaret Atwood and other top Canadian authors
September 30 - October 2, 2011
Make Deerhurst Resort your home base for the weekend with our special two-night package including both of the main evening events. Package includes:  Two nights' shared accommodation; Two tickets to see Margaret Atwood at the Algonquin Theatre in Huntsville and Two tickets to attend The Stories Behind the Books at Deerhurst Resort RATE: From $249* per person, based on double occupancy  TO BOOK call 1-800-461-4393 Or Visit http://deerhurstresort.com/packages
/northwords.html

MacLarenArtCentre Barrie
CARNEGIE DAYS 2011
From September 29 through October 2, the MacLaren Art Centre in downtown Barrie presents Carnegie Days 2011, an annual festival of art and language that celebrates the building’s origins as Barrie’s public library with great events for visitors of all ages.
http://maclarenart.com/festivals/carnegie-days-festival

Spectacular Colours and Events Fill Fall Schedule Near 'The Del'
While taking in the beautiful fall foliage and great family events, pay a visit to the grande dame of Georgian Bay, the Delawana Inn Spa and Conference ...Exploring Muskoka in the fall offers spectacular scenery and many fun-filled events for families to enjoy. Fall fairs, the very backbone .

Dream Catcher Brilliant Fall Day Train Trip
The Dream Catcher Express is a captivating train excursion which allows you to enjoy brilliant fall colours.  Reserve your seats today, the Dream Catcher Express excursion runs only six days; September 23, 24, 25, 30 , October 1st and 2nd, 2011  Call  today at 1.800.268.9281! or visit Dream Catcher Express See additional details North Bay Area Information and Accommodation

Great Canadian Beaver Race
The 2nd Annual Great Canadian Beaver Race & Festival will be held on September 23rd and 24th at Heritage Park in Barrie, Ontario. Hosted by the Kempenfelt Rotary Club, the Great Canadian Beaver Race & Festival is a celebration of being Canadian with a focus on the iconic beaver. All proceeds from this event are donated to deserving groups and charities. Check out last year’s footage.

Stay at the Pinestone Resort, Conference Centre, Spa & Golf Course and Enjoy the 9th Annual Hike Haliburton Festival
Hike Haliburton: September 23, 24 & 25 2011. Pinestone Resort, Conference Centre, Spa & Golf Course is offering a 10% discount on accommodation for Hike Haliburtion participants.  The Haliburton Highlands is gearing up  for the 9th Annual Hike Haliburton Festival. Explore the natural and cultural heritage of the Highlands or just come for a good workout. Register for themed hikes lead by knowledgeable and engaging leaders and personalities or venture out on one or more our scenic public trails with friends and family

International Plowing Match September 20-24, 2011
The International Plowing Match &  Exhibition is an event taking place in the region of  Prescott Russell Near the Town of Hawksbury Ontario east of Ottawa north of Cornwall.  This event dates back to 1846 It has many facets including mechanized and horse drawn plowing contests, artisans' displays, quilting bees and many more.  Hotel Accommodation in Hawksbury

Spotlight on Algonquin During Huntsville Film Festival
CottageCountryNow.ca
The friends' fledgling company, Crisp Films Inc., has extensive links to Algonquin Park. One of their pictures, The Natural Brook Trout — Lakes of Algonquin Park is playing at Film North, the Huntsville International Film Festival, on Friday, Sept. 23 ...See complete story, More on Algonquin Area

Sainte-Marie among the Hurons celebrates Franco-Ontarian Day
Sainte-Marie among the Hurons will celebrate Franco-Ontarian Day on Sunday September 25 with program highlights throughout the historic site.

Olson 25 Canadian Nationals
Sail World
The Barrie Yacht Club (on Lake Simcoe's Kempenfelt Bay) recently hosted the 2011 Olson 25 Canadian National Championship Regatta on September 10/11, 2011. The 2011 event featured a very competitive seven-boat fleet that sailed six races in total over ...

Barrie Restaurants & Take Out By the Beaches
A variety of Barrie dining opportunities or quick take out back to the beach is available within walking distance of most of the Barrie beaches.  One of the newest restaurants Woody's BBQ is right accross from Centennial Beach, The Beaches Fine Market Grill is across from the boat launch, and the Big Bone BBQ & Wicked Wings is in the Minets Point Plazza near the beach.  Then there is always take out right at Centennial Beach.

Barrie--Lake Simcoe Ontario Summer Getaways
Lake Simcoe is one of Ontario's largest lakes north of Toronto. Recreation and outdoor Ontario resort fun such as fishing and boating abound for families and couples. See quick links in the Barrie area  to Lake Simcoe Ontario Romantic Getaways, or Lake Simcoe Ontario getaways for family fun.  Barrie is easily accessible from Highway 400 or Highway 11.

Barrie Celebrates Wednesday's With Many Free Fun Activities in July and August
Discover Barrie Ontario's summer "Lawn Chair Luminata" with beautiful sunsets, a diverse range of arts and entertainment, theatre, music, art, film, and literature.  NEW this year - Barrie Thunder Classics Car Club! Classic cars on display every Wednesday by the water.  More on Barrie Ontario, See Barrie Beaches and Waterfront.

Algonquin Park Outdoors Is More Accessible
Parkbus is ready to take visitors to Algonquin Provincial Park from Toronto. The  initiative,provides direct bus service to popular camping, canoeing,  backpacking hotspots with options of resort, hostel, or inn accommodation. The project is set to help Torontonians experience Ontario's most popular outdoor destinations this summer. See more on Algonquin Park Bus.

Spa Ontario Summer Options North of Toronto
Wellness today has expanded to have many meanings (Wellness Definitions). In resort destinations north of Toronto many of the resorts, inns, and B & B operations have expanded with luxury Full Service Spas On Site, Spa Getaways & Spa Packages, and Day Spa Getaways  or Wellness Getaways. Enjoy all of the spa options this summer in Ontario.

Classic aircraft event takes off August 6
EDENVALE - Barrie Advance.  A satellite training site for pilots during the Second World War, the Edenvale Aerodrome returns to its roots again with the Gathering of the Classics Aug. 6. “We’ll have everything from the Lancaster bomber to the smallest ultralight. Edenvale was specifically (a training base) for the Harvards,” said event coordinator Robin Hadfield.  See complete story.  Edenvale is in Simcoe County off Highway 26 between Barrie and Stayner Wasaga Beach-Collingwood.  Book Barrie Hotels, Inns, Resorts

Celebrate Métis culture at Discovery Harbour’s Métis Day Bo’jou Neejee
The fascinating culture and heritage of the Métis people will be celebrated at Discovery Harbour with the sixth annual Métis Day Bo'jou Neejee Special Event on Saturday August 6, offering one of the best event values this summer on Georgian Bay.

Fishing Getaways Simcoe County Ontario
As the spring fishing season gets underway with the Perch Festival in Orillia it is time for a fishing package at the Orillia Comfort Inn.  Anglers also know it is time to plan for a fishing getaways on the Simcoe County waterways.  Consider a fishing getaway package at Tyrolean Village Resorts - Collingwood, Comfort Inn - Midland, Muskey's Landing - Port Severn, Sunnylea Resort - Port Severn,  The major fishing locations are located along the Trent Severn, Nottawasaga River, Georgian Bay, Lake Simcoe, and Lake Couchiching.

Georgian College Auto Show moves to June
Automotive buffs young and old have an extraordinary event to look forward to in June, with the presentation of the 26th annual Georgian College Auto Show. The annual auto show, normally held in the fall each year, is moving to June (June 3, 4, 5). The Auto Show is held on the Barrie Campus of Georgian College, accessible off of Highway 400 in Barrie Ontario in Simcoe County.

Doors Open Huronia 2011
June 4-5, 2011 Celebrate heritage in historic Huronia in the following interesting attractions including the 1875 Charters Inn, Historic Downtown Midland and Midland Murals, HMS Badger-Replica Historic Gunboat, Thompson House(1859), and much more. Accommodation at inns, resorts, b &b's, cottages in the Midland-Penetang area.  Consider a spring road trip while visiting historic Huronia.
See more information on Doors Open Huronia
Telephone: 705-549-7453, ext 212
Email: hbryce@penetanguishene.ca

Lake Simcoe Golf Course at Big Bay Point
The Real Estate Collection Globe and Mail Spring 2011 issue has a detailed interview with Dough Carrick.Indications are the course developer will break ground this summer.The course will be a prominent recreation feature in the "new urbanist"mixed use development.  Anticipate opening date is 2014.See Geranium Corporation or Carrick Design.  Can't wait to 2014check out the Ontario golf getaways north of Toronto

Muskoka Featured Summer Destination by National Geographic
National Geographic Travel recently picked Muskoka Ontario as the number one choice of the top 10 summer vacation picks "Looking for an out-of-the-ordinary destination for your summer vacation? Muskoka is the place in Ontario's Cottage Country. Muskoka was " hand-picked by National Geographic Traveler editors as the best of summer 2011". "Central Ontario’s Muskoka district is close to Toronto—about two hours north via Highways 400 and Highway 11

Muskoka Family Getaways… in Style!
Taboo Resort offers Adventure, Style & Etiquette for the Kids
Summer 2011 – Taboo Resort Golf and Spa, offers a cottage country getaway for the whole family, offering child-friendly cuisine.  Taboo Resort may be renowned for its world-class golf course, yet there are numerous other leisure and recreational activities available. From mountain bike adventures to yoga classes on the beach, the resort accommodates the whole family
http://www.tabooresort.com/

Sugar Ridge Retreat, Wyebridge, September Events
Nia weekend retreat with Janet Ragan and Anja Gurnig
September 9-11, 2011 The classes & workshops connect the participants to the chemistry and dynamics of the nine Nia movement forms and their unique sensations. African Drumming Workshop, Martial Arts, Become a Nia Sensation Scientist,Crystal Journey - Concert
All inclusive rate: $360.00 plus HST  Includes classes, workshops, accommodation, use of pool and 6 vegetarian meals.
http://www.sugarridge.ca/

Yours Outdoors, Haliburton, September Events
Pedal your Arts: Tour du Village
September 10, 2011  Discover the world of art in Haliburton Village. Set on the shores of Head Lake and steeped in the history of 19th century logging, the Village offers the opportunity to both enjoy a wide variety of outdoor pursuits while exploring the creative talents of our local artists.
Gone to Pot: Adventures in Clay
September 11, 2011  Join us for a day of discovery in the world of clay. On wheel and slab you will shape your own pottery creations, observe and try different techniques, and visit several pottery studios.
http://www.yoursoutdoors.ca/

Contest:  Win a Labour Day Weekend Getaway to Delawana Inn Spa & Conference Resort
Labour Day Weekend -Friday to Monday
4 Days & 3 Nights Accommodation
2 Adults and 3 Kids 17 and under
Valued at approximtely $1,400
http://www.delawana.com

Who's Under Where? (a side splitting farce) at the King's Wharf Theatre
August 17 - September 3, Pentanguishene
Mistaken identities, double entendres, startling revelations, and subsequent hasty inventions lead to a madcap plot involving suspicious spouses, stolen underwear, a scantily clad model, and lecherous security guard. The result is a farce of unmentionable hilarity!
See King's Wharf Theatre Line-up.  See Resorts, Hotels, Inns in Midland Penetang on Georgian Bay.

Barrie Celebrates Wednesday's With Many Free Fun Activities in July and August
Discover Barrie Ontario's summer "Lawn Chair Luminata" with beautiful sunsets, a diverse range of arts and entertainment, theatre, music, art, film, and literature.  NEW this year - Barrie Thunder Classics Car Club! Classic cars on display every Wednesday by the water.  More on Barrie Ontario, See Barrie Beaches and Waterfront

Algonquin Park Summer Programs
Summer Interpretive Programs 2011 have just been released. Join the Algonquin Park Naturalist staff for Guided Walks, Evening Programs and Algonquin For Kids Programs. See more information on the Algonquin area for resorts, inns, cottages camping and overnight accommodation.

Yours Outdoors -Haliburton - August / September Events
Haliburton Rocks! August 30, 2011 Explore the rich minerals deposits, unique geological features, and rugged autumn landscapes of the area while enjoying the great hospitality and fine folk of the Highlands.
Tastes of Haliburton September 2, 2011 Join Yours Outdoors and discover the many Tastes of Haliburton! The unique local food producers and providers will be sure to wetyour appetite - Haliburton style!
http://www.yoursoutdoors.ca/

Sugar Ridge Retreat, Wyebridge -September Events
Dancing with the Autumn Fire Nia weekend retreat with Janet Ragan and Anja Gurnig
September 9-11, 2011
The classes & workshops connect the participants to the chemistry and dynamics of the nine Nia movement forms and their unique sensations. African Drumming Workshop, Martial Arts, Become a Nia Sensation Scientist, Crystal Journey - Concert All inclusive rate: $360.00 plus HST  Includes classes, workshops, accommodation, use of pool and 6 vegetarian meals.
http://www.sugarridge.ca/

Hardwood Ski & Bike, Oro Station
New 9 Hole Disc Golf Course at Hardwood
Come play a round with the family
Come out and try our new 9 hole disc golf course and have a chance to win a Disc Golf season pass, free disc golf tickets or a set of regulation discs all long weekend. Play either 9 or 18 holes. Disc golf is fun for the whole family and you'll get some low impact great exercise walking our course. 9 holes takes between 30 and 45 minutes and you will walk about 2 km. Disc rentals are available for $7 plus HST.  Cost: $7 + HST for 18 holes or buy a facility pass for $12.50 + HST and play disc golf all day or ride your mountain bike or use our other amenities like beach volleyball, horseshoes or badminton.
http://www.hardwoodskiandbike.ca/

Summer 2011Exhibitons Open at the MacLaren Art Centre
New exhibitions at the MacLaren feature 32 major works of Canadian contemporary art drawn from the MacLaren’s Permanent Collection Barrie…Among the many highlights of the MacLaren Art Centre’s summer exhibitions are thirty two significant works by contemporary Canadian artists, all drawn from the MacLaren’s Permanent Collection
http://maclarenart.com/

Haliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve Ltd -“100/50/50” Ultra Run
Running is not for everyone, but for some it is everything. The Haliburton Forest 100/50/50 offers ultra runners a choice between 50 kilometer, 50 mile and 100 mile runs through some of the most beautiful scenery the area has to offer. Participate and test your endurance at this sanctioned event. To register please visit www.ouser.org
http://www.haliburtonforest.com/

Explore Ontario's First "Cottage Country"
Doors Open Ontario features a romantic trip to the past along the shores of Lake Simcoe in what is described as Ontario's first cottage country.  Explore the Eastbourne to Orchard Beach historic waterfront community along Lake Simcoe's Cooks Bay.  See Doors Open Ontario Georgiana Township Stay overnight along Lake Simcoe.  See area accommodation

Sir Sam's Ski & Bike in Haliburton offers Summer Skill Day  Camps
Summer day camps are a great way to learn the basics of cross country, feature, and bike park riding as well as learning how to care and tune your bike and proper rider etiquette. What a great way to spend summer hours meeting new friends, learning new things and building the skills for years of biking pleasure.
Accommodation in the Haliburton Area

Pair wants Simcoe designated heritage
The Barrie Advance
While Lake Simcoe's designation would the first of its kind, the pair point ... Given Lake Simcoe's significance and watershed of 35 rivers, it is ideally ...

Canadian Canoe Routes • View topic - Lake Simcoe kayaking
Post subject: Lake Simcoe kayaking. Post Posted: Mon Aug 15, 2011 8:25 pm ... paddle route in the Barrie area, including Kempenfelt Bay of Lake Simcoe? ...
www.myccr.com/phpBB3_PROD/
viewtopic.php?f...t.  See also Canoe & Kayaking getaways for more Ontario paddling locations.

For the love of tugs in Parry Sound
CottageCountryNow.ca -
For the love of tugs in Parry Sound. Bob Corrigan, chair of TugFest Georgian Bay, stands at the front of the Cambrian, his tugboat. TugFest Georgian Bay ...
takes place on
August 26,27,28 weekend...see more info on Parry Sound area inns, resorts, cottages and attractions.  Travel HWY 400 north to Parry Sound

Wye Marsh, Midland
SUMMER DAY CAMPS ARE IN FULL SWING
Wye Marsh Summer Camps are designed to encourage your child to enjoy the outdoors. Having fun with friends at Wye Marsh Camps helps promote a lifelong connection with nature. Through field exploration and hands-on activities your child will learn about the environment, animals and nature conservation. Let our backyard be your child’s playground. A variety of summer camps available for children ages 4-14.
*Pre-Registration Required
Dates: Weekdays July 4 – August 26, 2011 Time: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Contact: Camp Director (705) 526-7809 ext. 206 or e-mail camp@wyemarsh.com
Summer Day Camps -Registration

Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve presents The Forest Festival
August 17-21, 2011
The Forest Festival offers a rich mixture of the performing arts within the incomparable wilderness beauty of Haliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve.  From Wednesday evening, August 17 to Sunday evening, August 21, 2011, seven concerts will be held at two venues in Haliburton Forest and Wild Life Reserve -- the stunning, lakeside amphitheatre that overlooks serene and isolated Bone Lake and at the historic Logging Museum located at Base Camp where you can also enjoy art installations of The Land Art Project along forest trails. The Forest Festival offers an unforgettable experience.
To Reserve Tickets for The Forest Festival call 705-754-2198 or click here
www.haliburtonforest.com
Accommodation in the Haliburton Area

Yours Outdoors, Haliburton -August Events
Expose Yourself!
August 18, 19, 20, 21, 2011
Expose yourself to a world of new music and adventure in the Haliburton Highlands. Let us take you to new heights with some of Canada’s best opera, cabaret, jazz, funk, world music performers and A Walk in the Clouds.  Let us reveal a fascinating world of art in nature - a concert on Bone Lake or in the Historic Logging Museum, a walk through the Haliburton Sculpture Forest and the Haliburton Forest Land Art Project, a visit to see the wonder of wolves and much more.
http://www.yoursoutdoors.ca/
Accommodation in the Haliburton Area

Sugar Ridge Retreat, Wyebridge
Yoga Retreat with Linda Varnam
August 19 - 21, 2011
Join Linda for a weekend of yoga, rest and renewal. Take the time to deepen your yoga practice within the beautiful and peaceful surroundings of the Wye Marsh.
Shared accommodation with 4 to a cabin $385:00
Contact lindavarnamyoga@yahoo.ca  www.lindavarnam.com
http://www.sugarridge.ca/

Pinestone Resort & Conference Centre, Haliburton
Presents ELVIS! ELVIS!  starring superstar tribute artist Gino Monopoli with the Koasters Friday, August 19th  8 pm at Pinestone Resort Dinner and a Show -Special Buffet Dinner starting at 5pm before the show for only $24.95 per person Tickets Available for the Show at 8pm for only $28.00 Make it an Overnight Excursion for only $279.00 per couple, includes buffet dinner, show and accommodation
http://www.pinestone-resort.com/

Beach, Dock and Cottage Getaways 
Enjoy water based activities at the many resorts, cabins, and cottage rentals in the resort destinations north of Toronto.  The water sports summer season continues for visitors heading north to their favourite Ontario Lake or Ontario beach resort.   Summer Getaway Packages area available in most destinations and many packages include use of canoes, peddle-boats, and windsurfers.  Additional charges exist for motorized watercraft, or for sports such as water skiing, and banana boat rides. Day trips to  Ontario Public Beaches continue until Labour Day Weekend.

Celebrate Lake Simcoe at Innisfil Beach Park on Aug. 6, 2011
Taking place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., this unique environmental awareness event focuses exclusively on the lake. Local residents, organizations and environmental groups will join together to provide activities and interactive displays for the entire family. There will be contests, and performances dedicated to the lake's environmental past, present and future.  Innisfil Beach Park, Stay in Barrie Area resorts, hotels, Inns

Splash Water Festival on Lake Simcoe
The first big step towards a water centre  - to show what it might be - is to  happen August 13, 2011 at the first SPLASH Floating Water Festival on the shores of Lake Simcoe in leafy  De La Salle Park, Jackson’s Point. We invite everyone to join us in experiencing the many powers of water… water music, water art, water sports, water inventions, water learning with a good measure of  fun and fresh local food thrown in.
See more at www.splashfestival.ca

Fishstock Music Festival
August 13, 2011
Haliburton Fish Hatchery
Featuring: The Legendary Downchild Blues Band - The Partland Brothers
PLUS: - Rick Fines Blues Review - Jerome Godboo Band - The Ya Babys - Ragged Company - MaClay Experience - Keith Rich and the Po' Boys Silent Auction, Beverage Tent, Food vendors, Hatchery tours and more!!!
All proceeds go to support Fish Hatchery facility, educational and conservation projects.
http://www.hhoa.on.ca/fishstock.html
Accommodation in the Haliburton Area

Sugar Rdge Retreat, Wyebridge
Return to Our Senses with Lee Klinger Lesser
August 10 - 14, 2011
In Sensory Awareness classes, we work with the simplest of activities, like scientists or explorers journeying through unknown territory eager to discover what they find. For more info please visit sensingretreat.wordpress.com 
To register please contact Julia Gotz:
julia@downtownpsychotherapy.ca
http://www.sugarridge.ca/

Downchild Blues Band Headlines Fishstock Music Festival,
Haliburton
Blues and Trout come together as Downchild Blues Band headlines Haliburton Fishstock Music Festival August 13, 2011 in support of Fish Hatchery famous for the unique Haliburton Gold Trout
http://www.hhoa.on.ca/
Accommodation in the Haliburton area

Township of Georgian Bay
Muskoka’s Amazing Race
Save the Date: Saturday August 13, 2011
Muskoka Trails Council is packing up the gear and heading to the Southern Tip of Muskoka….to the Township of Georgian Bay for this year’s version of Muskoka’s Amazing Race.  Save the Date:  Saturday, August 13 on your calendar and get yourself registered now at http://muskokasamazingrace.eventbrite.com to tour the trails, beat the challenges at the checkpoints learn about Muskoka’s westernmost municipality.
http://www.township.georgianbay.on.ca/
siteengine/activepage.asp
Accommodation in the Muskoka area

Yours Outdoors -Haliburton -August Events
Tastes of Haliburton
August 11, 2011
Join Yours Outdoors and discover the many Tastes of Haliburton! The unique local food producers and providers will be sure to wet your appetite - Haliburton style!
http://www.yoursoutdoors.ca/
Accommodation in the Haliburton Area

Sir Sam’s Inn & WaterSpa offers Adventure, Spa & Romance for the Summer
Haliburton Ontario is one of Canada's foremost romantic and historic destinations when staying at Sir Sam's Inn & WaterSpa.  Romance, adventure and pampering would make Sir Samuel Hughes (Sir Sam's namesake) envious. Pick your getaway package (Walk in the Clouds, A Summer Splash, Summer Spa Package)

Delawana Inn Resort in Honey Harbour -Summer Contest
Week of August 8th
Win a Summer Trip to Our Place
The Prize is a 4 Day Weekend -Thursday to Sunday, 3 Nights Accommodation for 2 Adults & 2 Children 15 and under
valued at approximately $1,600|
Click here to enter the contest
http://www.delawana.com/

Blood Brothers the Musical at the King's Wharf Theatre (July 27-Aug 13), Pentanguishene
Regarded as one of the all-time great British musicals, Blood Brothers has touched the hearts and minds of a generation dealing with two of the most pressing social issues of our time -  inequality and unemployment.
In this haunting rags-to-riches story, fraternal twins separated at birth are driven by prophecy to cross paths later in life and fulfill a tragic fate when they both fall in love with the same girl.
See King's Wharf Theatre Line-up.  See Resorts, Hotels, Inns in Midland Penetang on Georgian Bay.

Historic Delawana Inn to Host Muskoka’s Third Annual Amazing Race -August 13th!
Honey Harbour Ontario -August 2011 – Muskoka Trails Council and the Township of Georgian Bay have partnered with the Delawana Inn to host the third annual Muskoka Amazing Race. The one day annual event is held to raise awareness of the 350-plus kilometers of recreational and urban trails in Muskoka. It’s been a successful fundraiser in past years, and the winners have taken home some tremendous prizes.  See our blog.

Georgian Bay Airways to fly in Amazing Race
Georgian Bay Airways will fly two lucky teams to their next checkpoint during Muskoka's Amazing Race. The third annual event hosted by the Township of Georgian Bay has partnered with the area's local airways for the "Fast Forward Challenge" portion of the race, fast-tracking the top two teams in the race via plane during the race that will take place August 13. See news story in Cottage Country Now

Featured Weekend Events August 12-14
Ontario events and festivals current news and updates can be found on the 400eleven BLOG. A variety of fun events & festivals for families and couples traveling north in Ontario on the Weekend of August 12-14.

Kempenfest has again been presented with a top 100 recognition by Festivals and Events Ontario.  They recognize and celebrate the many top-notch festivals and events the province of Ontario .  The Top 100 Ontario Festivals program acknowledges excellence in the province’s festivals and events industry and the Top 100 designation carries the highest visibility of all of FEO’s awards programs.  Book Barrie area hotels, resorts, inns

THE TEA PARTY, IAN THORNLEY & BIG WRECK
headlining Barrie New Music Fest 2011!
The 4th annual New Music Fest is a live music festival in Barrie ON scheduled for July 14th -17th, 2011. The festival will feature roughly 70 live touring artists of various genres, performing a series of concerts/showcases at Barrie’s finest live music venues. Book Barrie area hotels, resorts, inns

Barrielicious Returns to Simcoe County
Dining deals gets better in the Barrie area during the summer season. Barrielicious returns once again July 15th -July 31 2011 .  Three Course meals with a price fixed menu are $15, $20, $25  with 50 restaurants most in Barrie and several in the Simcoe county towns of Orillia, Stayner, Collingwood, and Horseshoe Valley. Consider an overnight Barrie area  for Golf Getaways, Romantic Getaways for Family Fun Getaways.

Barrie gets ready for Huronia Festival of Arts and Crafts
The Huronia Festival of Arts and Crafts (July 29-August 1) is a part of Kempenfest,  one of the largest Arts and Crafts shows in Canada.  Presented by the Barrie Art Club and Kiwanis Club of Barrie, the show features over 350 artisans and craftspeople who are carefully selected to ensure the Festival meets the high standards set for 41 years.  40 new exhibitors have been juried into the Festival.  See Kempenfest Exhibitors in the Arts section. 

Ontario Summer Romantic Road Trips
Criteria we use for a romantic road trip weekend or a mid week romance getaway is a little bit of history, good dining, interesting location, outdoor adventure and nice accommodation in a romantic lakeside setting. See this weeks weekend getaway suggestions or our featured monthly road trip suggestion for the month of July. 

Kempenfest on Civic Long Weekend
Ontario's famous Kempenfest is one of the Top 100rated festivals offering up something for everyone.Unique gifts, antiques, kids midway, music, entertainmentand beautiful Lake Simcoe...See updates on news about
Kempenfest Barrie Ontario

Family Fun, Music & Craft Festivals, Beach Volleyball on Ontario Civic Holiday Weekend
Discover the fun and excitement this weekend north of Toronto with a variety of festivals and events from Cookstown to North Bay, Blue Mountain to Haliburton as Ontarians celebrate John Graves Simcoe Civic Holiday Weekend. 
See Quick Event Links Simcoe Day 2011

OPP to Wear Many Hats This Civic Holiday Weekend: Officers Ready to Work Around the Clock on Busy Roads, Lakes and Trails
ORILLIA, ON, July 27, 2011 /CNW/ - With only two summer long weekends left to enjoy Ontario's outdoors, the Civic Holiday will make for as busy a long weekend as any other on roads, waterways and trails according to the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). As OPP officers ready themselves for the busy days ahead,........Get more tips on Ontario Roads and Driving this Civic Holiday Weekend

Algonquin Park  Resort Features "100 mile diet" Challenge Barbecue
Arowhon Pines Summer Resort and Restaurant, located inside Algonquin Park, is hosting a "100 Mile Challenge" Summer Barbecue on Monday, August 1st, 2011.  All food served is grown within 100 miles of the resort.  The 100 mile challenge is based on the food blog and book "The 100 mile diet" by James MacKinnon and Alisa Smith.   Stay in Algonquin Area Resorts, Inns, Hotels, Cottages via Highway 60 East from Huntsville or Highway 60 West from Barry's Bay.

A Brush with the Highlands - Ontario's Premier Plein-Air Painting Festival
July 28-29,2011
Come and enjoy the breathtaking and unique work of over 40 of Ontario's finest Plein-Air Painters as they paint the stunning and rugged Highlands East. This is the only event of this kind in Canada so mark it on your Calendar. Selected locations Haliburton County. More info on Haliburton, Wilberforce. Contact: Tracey Lee Green Tel: (705) 448-9785 

Haliburton Tour De Forest
July 30-31, 2011
The Haliburton Tour de Forest is an annual Artists' tour, currently in its fifth year, with 12 studios, 29 artisans and a dazzling array of finely crafted pottery, glass, jewellery, painting, woodworking, fibre sculpture, photography, and percussion instruments. Enjoy the benefits of a compact tour and a chance to take in Haliburton’s gorgeous summer scenery. For more information see the Tour de Forest
Web Site Click Here
Stay at resorts, inns, hotels Haliburton, ON, Haliburton Hotels on-line

Beach Volleyball Tournament in Mactier
Muskoka Beach Volleyball Tournament Blast...
Friday, July 29th from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 30th from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Come out and demonstrate your athletic prowess at the Second Annual Blast sponsored by Labatt.
The only one of its kind in Muskoka and it will be action packed and fun for everyone. BeachTeams will consist of six players each.
Mactier is easily accessible of of Highway 400 north, More on Muskoka Ontario.

Clarion Resort Pinewood Park
North Bay Summer in the Park Family Package
July 28-31, 2011
The Clarion Resort Pinewood Park, North Bay’s only full service resort and conference hotel is pleased to offer you a wonderful package that includes your room, breakfast and dinner as well as wristbands for this year’s fantastic line-up of entertainment. Come and enjoy Friday Night Concert Headliners City and Colour with the Sheepdogs, Hey Rosetta, as well as Saturday’s Headliner Joan Jett and the Blackhearts with The Tea Party. And don’t forget all the FREE family fun all weekend long that North Bay Summer in the Park has to offer.  Nightly or Weekend Packages are available starting at $288.49* plus HST based on double occupancy

Mattawa Voyageur Days, Mattawa Ontario
Discover Ontario's historic lakes and river systems at Mattawa Voyageur Days while  listening to blues, rock and country music, helicopter tours, canoe races, a lumberjack competition, midway, monster bingo and so much more! Runs until Sunday.Stay in North Bay area at area resorts, inns, cottages, lodges and hotels.  Head north via Highway 11 from Barrie

Boats, ribs and music at the wharf
CottageCountryNow.ca
Gravenhurst and The fourth annual In-Water Boat and Cottage Show and Muskoka Rib Fest has something for everyone, especially boys who want toys. The combined event includes close to 100 exhibits pertaining to cottage and marine products and services, 80 boats — from ... More on Gravenhurst and Muskoka Ontario

Collingwood Elvis Festival
July 21 -24, 2011
A community music festival celebrating the music of Elvis Presley. Events include concerts, street dances, parade, midway, vendors and more - something for all ages.
Web: www.collingwoodelvisfestival.com
Accommodation in the Collingwood area

Sir Sam's Ski & Bike, Haliburton
LOBSTER SUPPER & DANCE
Saturday July 23rd
Dance to the “Carl Dixon Band”
Tickets $80 - 1.5lb lobster or $60 - 12oz Ribeye. (Tax and Tip included) Order your tickets in advance at info@sirssams.com or call Chris Bishop. 705 754 2298 Cocktails - 6:00pm Dinner - 7:00pm
http://www.sirsams.com/    See Resorts in Haliburton area

Huronia Museuem & Huron/Ouendat Village
Summer Jam Day Camp runs from June 29 to September 2, 2011.  It runs from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.  Early drop-off and pick-up are available.  The cost for Summer Jam is $22/day for Huronia Museum members, $24/day for non-member
http://huroniamuseumtest.wordpress.com/

Meaford Golf Course and Country ClubStay 'n Play -
Golf and Accommodations Meaford Golf Course has partnered with the following
Accommodation providers to bring you the best experience in lodging and golf.
Stay 'n Play Premier Partners
These partners match our 10% off golf rates with 10% off their lodging rates. Riverside Bed & Breakfast
Tyrolean Village Resort
The Falls Inn - Walter's Falls

The Melville Boys
A Light Hearted at the King's Wharf Theatre (July 6-23), Pentanguishene
Join us for a weekend of laughs with a light-hearted comedy by Canada's preeminent comic playwright.  Owen and Lee Melville arrive at their uncle's lakeside cabin for a relaxing guys' getaway full of fishing, beer, and football. But their plans are thrown for a loop when they meet two attractive sisters, who unwittingly change their weekend agenda - and life perspective.   A tenderly funny and unsentimental look at four lives in transition, The Melville Boys captures the essence of the human experience with a winning combination of vim and vigour.
See King's Wharf Theatre Line-up.  See Resorts, Hotels, Inns in Midland Penetang on Georgian Bay.

Sudbury - The Big Nickel is #1 Attraction - Northern Ontario
The Big Nickel won a  #1 spot for Canada's Roadside Attractions - MSN.ca
readers' choices.  By far the most popular icon, Sudbury's Big Nickel easily grabbed the number-one spot. Almost 50 years old, the Nickel is 9.1 metres (30-feet) in diameter, nearly 61 cm (two feet) thick and sits on the Dynamic Earth grounds.  More on Sudbury Ontario and Northern Ontario.  Travel to Sudbury via Highway 400 North.

Spectacle Lake Lodge Family Getaway Contest
Enter to Win a Family Getaway at Spectacle Lake Lodge
Enter to win TWO nights stay in one of our recently renovated family cottages.  Your prize includes two nights for up to 5 people in our beautiful two-bedroom cottage 12. The front room features a luxurious pillow top king bed with a picture window overlooking the breathtaking Spectacle Lake. The back bedroom has one queen and one double bed.  You have full use of our canoes, kayaks and paddle boats, newly improved sandy beach, fully licensed restaurant, plus your own picnic table and fire pit.
http://www.spectaclelakelodge.com/

LEACOCK SUMMER FESTIVAL
Leacock Museum
July 19, 2011 to Jul 24, 2011
Ontario's largest summer literary event! Over 25 award-winning authors & emerging writers featuring fiction, poetry & non-fiction. Readings, dinners & special events!
PHONE: (705) 329-1908
www.leacockmuseum.com
Accommodation in the Orillia Area

BT NORTH OF TORONTO THIS WEEK

Breakfast TV Heads to Georgian Bay
Breakfast Television Hits the Highway 26 corridor. Jen from Breakfast TV will be travelling north of Toronto on Wednesday and Friday this week  with stops at Craigleith Provincial Park, the Collingwood Blue Mountain area for the Elvis Festival. At the base of Collingwood's Blue Mountain Craigleith is a short trip to Wasaga Beach, the Bruce Trail and historic Huronia.
More on BT's trip north of Toronto.

BT heads to Orillia
Breakfast TV will be in Orillia on Thursday with a stop over at Fern Resort, one of Ontario's Finest family resorts.   Orillia area sits between Lake Simcoe and Lake Couchiching and is the major water route that is part of the Historic Trent System Waterway running to Georgian Bay.  Orillia is one of the largest cities in Simcoe County. More on BT's trip north of Toronto.

Discovery Harbour Adds Music Festival Fun This weekend.
Visitors to Discovery Harbour on Saturday July 23 will be treated to Ditties and Shanties, a musical highlight featuring a great assortment of traditional music Ditties and Shanties will feature performances from two great headliners: The Playford Players and Celtic harpist and singer Ruth Sutherland. A highlight will be the group entitled The Salty Sailor Singers. Stay in Midland Penetanguishene area on Georgian Bay.

Sugar Ridge Retreat, Wyebridge
World Music Vocal Camp
July 18 - 24
A week of singing, learning and making music together culminating in a local community concert
http://www.sugarridge.ca/

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Georgian College Continues to Grow 
with Eight New Full-Time Programs 
This fall Georgian College will be offering eight new full-time programs, including: Automotive Business, Occupational Health and Safety Management.......
Georgian now offers more than 100 full-time programs across its main campuses in Barrie, Orillia and Owen Sound and regional campuses in Midland, Collingwood, Muskoka and Orangeville.

Lake Simcoe Ontario 2011 Trillium Grants
Ladies of the Lake – $175,900 over three years to help create a series of Splash Floating Festivals to celebrate water through music, film and other creative events around Lake Simcoe.

Community Partners - Barrie
Tourism Barrie is a Destination Marketing Organization and the official ... Tourism Barrie creates and coordinates tourism marketing opportunities for the ... See Quick links for Barrie Tourism Travel News

Lake Simcoe Golf Course at Big Bay Point
The Real Estate Collection Globe and Mail Spring 2011 issue has a detailed interview with Dough Carrick.Indications are the course developer will break ground this summer.The course will be a prominent recreation feature in the "new urbanist"mixed use development.  Anticipate opening date is 2014.See Geranium Corporation or Carrick Design.  Can't wait to 2014check out the Ontario golf getaways north of Toronto

Tourism talk goes beyond the city lights
Tourism's a big industry in Innisfil." The event was organized by the GICC, Tourism Simcoe County, Tourism Barrie and the Georgian Bay Chamber of Commerce, ...

Breakfast TV Heads North of Toronto
Breakfast Television Hits the Highway 60 Corridor Jen from Breakfast TV will be travelling north of Toronto on Monday and Tuesday July 18 & 19 with stops along the Highway 60 corridor taking her through Algonquin Park.  Monday July 18th live The Couples Resort & Algonquin Spa Resort near Whitney and Tuesday July 19th live Deerhurst Resort near Huntsville.  More on BT's trip north of Toronto.

Vacation property: emotional buy or sensible investment?
Jun 28, 2011 – The summer place – where everyone’s happy and the sun always shines, right?...... This G&M story touches on cottage ownership or purchase.  If you just want a weekend getaway location, you may be better off renting or time-sharing or fractional cottage ownership.  See Types of Cottages as it will help clarify the various types in Ontario north of Toronto.  See complete story Pining For a Cottage by Noreen Rasbach.

Hardwood Ski & Bike, Oro Station
Camp Hardwood - A Multi Sport Day Camp Centred Around Mountain Biking
Camp Hardwood has a multi-sport day camp for children between the ages of 6 and 13. Campers participate in the mountain bike specialty camp will get the chance to ride some of Ontario's best and most well maintained trails with seven trail systems and over 80km of double track and single track which will challenge them to take their riding to the next level.
NEW - Summer Kids Mountain Bike Rental & Ride Package
NEW Kids Mountain Bike Rental & Ride Package that includes a mountain bike rental and trail pass for only $25 + HST.  This offer lasts until Labour Day and is for kids 12 and under.
http://www.hardwoodskiandbike.ca/

Downchild Blues Band Headlines Fishstock Music Festival
Blues and Trout come together as Downchild Blues Band headlines Haliburton Fishstock Music Festival August 13, 2011 in support of Fish Hatchery famous for the unique Haliburton Gold Trout

Big Weekend Festival Mactier Muskoka Ontario
The 4th Annual MacTier BigWeekend Festival taking place beginning Friday, July 29th and running through until Sunday, July 31st in MacTier. This year’s event includes the Second Annual Muskoka Beach Volleyball Blast tournament, a traditional lake regatta, fireworks on the barge and an “Under the Big Top” weekend of live comedy entertainment, music and  dance. There is something for everyone to do and the event is also very child and family focused. See more news and details on Big Weekend Festival   

Yours Outdoors, July Events
Haliburton
Haliburton Rocks! Full Day, Half Day or Three Day/2 Night Tour
July 17 & July 28, 2011
Explore the rich minerals deposits, unique geological features, and rugged autumn landscapes of the area while enjoying the great hospitality and fine folk of the Highlands.
Wild Wetlands
July 19, 2011
Come and join Yours Outdoors for some soggy boot fun, enjoying the beauty that this area has to offer while learning about various wetland inhabitants
http://www.yoursoutdoors.ca/

Canada's National Parks Day In Ontario Day Free Admission July 16, 2011
There are several of Ontario's National Parks. One hundred activities – “100 for the Centennial” – will mark Parks Day in Parks Canada locations across the country.
Parks’ Day, Doors Open in all national parks, national historic sites and national marine conservation areas managed by Parks Canada, featuring free entry, special events and fun for the whole family all across Canada.  Also on Parks Day don't miss Parks Canada Celebrations in Montreal , Toronto and Vancouver, featuring free outdoor concerts and Parks Canada activities! Georgian Bay Islands National Park Pick

Sugar Ridge Retreat, Wyebridge
The Know Thyself Retreat with Attila Kalo,
July 8 - 11
Unleash Your Full potential is offering a truly life changing!  Come out and discover your true greatness in the beauty of the great outdoors through a rare and unique method of personal growth.
http://www.sugarridge.ca/  

Yours Outdoors, July Events
Pedal your Arts: Tour du Village
July 9, 2011
Discover the world of art in Haliburton Village. Set on the shores of Head Lake and steeped in the history of 19th century logging, the Village offers the opportunity to both enjoy a wide variety of outdoor pursuits while exploring the creative talents of our local artists.
http://www.yoursoutdoors.ca/

Mariposa Folk Festival in Orillia Weekend of July 8-11 2011
Mariposa is renowned for its wide range of folk/roots artists and performances of every kind on its 9 stages including music, dance and spoken word, but there lot’s more than that going on at Mariposa Folk Festival!  Also Artisans Viallage, experiential hands make your own ukele, pub tent, good food, folkplay for kids, and beach fun & swimming in Lake Couchiching.  See Mariposa lineup and stage schedule, stay in Orillia area resorts, inns hotels

Weekend Last Minute Featured Getaway July 8, 2011. 
Weekend Romance in Parry Sound at the Stockey Centre where Muskoka meets Parry Sound. 
Hawksley Workman:  Hawksley’s catalogue (Lover/Fighter, The Delicious Wolves, Treeful of Starling, Between the Beautifuls, Los Manlicious and the one-of-a-kind Christmas album Almost a Full Moon) includes pop tunes, country jangles, anthemic rockers, hip-hop dance beats and gut-wrenching ballads.   Romantic Adventure Getaways for a fun weekend stay at  The SunDog Retreat and take a romantic flight over Georgian Bay Georgian Bay Airways

Take A Kid To The Course
The 2011 Take A Kid To The Course program is July 4-10, 2011  This year there is have launched the redesign of the new website and are looking forward to another successful year! Get details on Ontario courses participating.  See news from Canadian Golf Course Owners Association Consider Ontario Golf Getaways north of Toronto. 

Gravenhurst Antique Boat Show July 9
The 31st Annual Antique and Classic Boat Show will take place on Saturday, July 9th, from 8am to 5pm at the Muskoka Wharf, in Gravenhurst, Ontario. This boating event, sponsored by The Antique and Classic Boat Society, will feature over 300 registered antique, classic and one of a kind boats, 70 street vendors, and a field of dreams flea market.  Book resorts, inns, and summer getaways in Gravenhurst Ontario, Muskoka Ontario

Ontario License FREE
Fishing Week & Weekend 
Ontario Family Fishing Week 2011  starts on Canada Day Weekend (July 2-10)  where Ontario residents can fish without a License..ideal time for novices to learn how to fish in Ontario. Also see Ontario Fishing Getaways for weekend fishing ideas.

Sugar Ridge Retreat, Wyebridge
Finding Your Own Way:
Deepening Your Connection and Capacity through Yoga, Meditation & Pranayama
July 1 - 8
A residential workshopwith Ramanand Patel and Hart Lazer 
http://www.sugarridge.ca/   See Resort in the surrounding Midland area

Peterborough stop for Portraits of Honour to be largest in Ontario
Peterborough Examiner - - Mural honouring fallen soldiers on display July 2 at Peterborough Armoury The Peterborough stop for the display will be the biggest in Ontario, ... It will travel the country in the summer and fall on a special display trailer. 
More on Peterborough-Kawartha Lakes

Romantic Weekend Featured Road Trips
Head east or west in Ontario this weekend for a romantic road trip to Owen Sound for the Tom Thomson Canadian Spirit exhibit, or Perth for Doors Open Ontario. 
See Ontario Romantic Road Trips

Delawana Celebrates With Samuel de Champlain Day
June is important historically and Delawana in Honey Harbour is celebrating Canada's history with Champlain Day on Saturday June 25.  It is appropriate as Champlain first arrived in Canada on June 22, 1603  and coincides with an Act of Parliament designatingChamplain Day on June 26. Champlain made his way to Georgian Bay and Honey Harbour 12 years later in 1615.   

Downtown Barrie - Events - 35th ANNUAL PROMENADE DAYS - CANADA DAY ...
Enjoy Downtown Barrie's longest standing Canada Day family weekend. This year the event is scheduled for 4 days starting Friday July 1st 2011 - Sunday July ...

This Weekend June 24 Romantic Weekend Road Trip to Muskoka Weekend of June 24:  Head north  of Toronto on Highway 400 to Highway 11 to Muskoka Ontario for FREE attractions
Doors Open Muskoka – Bala, Port Carling and Windermere
Event Date: June 25, 2011 to June 26, 2011
Doors Open Muskoka 2011 – Gravenhurst
Event Date: June 25, 2011 to June 26, 2011
Plan an overnight stay at a country inn, resort or cottage in Bala, Gravenhurst,  Port Carling, Windermere

North Muskoka Resorts Reposition Brand
The North Muskoka Resort Group, an association of resort owners and operators of the finest Algonquin Park, Lake of Bays and Huntsville area resorts, inns and lodges, has repositioned their brand as Resorts of North Muskoka, in order to better promote this popular Ontario tourist destination area

Romancing the Canoe on National Canoe Day
June 26 is National Canoe Day and the National Canoe Museum in Peterborough celebrates the living tradition of canoeing in the Kawarthas on June 25, 26! FREE for all, National Canoe Day includes activities for kids and adults of all ages - you don't need to be an experienced canoeist: canewbies welcome! Bring your canoe, or just yourself! Free BBQ from 11:30am while supplies last.  See more overnight Canoe & Kayak Getaways.

Sainte-Marie celebrates Aboriginal Heritage
Sainte-Marie among the Hurons will celebrate Aboriginal Heritage on National Aboriginal Day Tuesday June 21 and during the site’s Aboriginal Festival June 25-26. National Aboriginal Day June 21 is a time for all Canadians to celebrate the cultures and contributions to Canada of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. 

Sir Sam's Ski & Bike
Bike Month, Haliburton Highlands.
Tonnie Ride - XC Mountain Bike Tour
June 22, 2011
Youth and adults are invited to come and explore the trails at Sir Sam's. This guided ride will go up the hill and then through 5 km of trails. Meet at Sir Sam's. Youth will require a parent’s signature on their waiver. Cost: toonie per rider.

Ribbon cut on two-kilometre Rainbow Routes addition
The Sudbury Star....The addition of the two kilometre trail to the Rainbow Routes Association network of local trails brings the number of kilometres of TransCanada Trail routes across Ontario to close to 3000, added Andrews. Sudbury Liberal MPP Rick Bartolucci, ... Stay at Ontario Travel North members in Sudbury area
Comfort Inn Sudbury
Comfort Inn Sudbury East
Moonlight Inn & Suites

Cedar Meadows Resort & Spa, Timmins
Private Chalets available for rent this Spring
Cedar Meadows Resort & Spa is in the process of building five new private chalets.  These intimate cottage style chalets will feature a full kitchen, living room with pull out sofa, and a loft with one Queen bed (maximum of 4 people per chalet). 
http://www.cedarmeadows.com/

Lake Simcoe Ontario Getaways
Lake Simcoe is one of Ontario's largest lakes north of Toronto. Recreation and outdoor Ontario fun abound for families and couples. See quick links to Lake Simcoe Ontario Romantic Getaways, or Ontario getaways for family fun

Collingwood Ontario Getaways
Collingwood-Blue Mountain area on Georgian Bay is a perfect year round resort destination for families and couples. Collingwood can be reached via Highway 26 west from Barrie.  See quick links to Collingwood Romantic Getaways, and Ontario Family Fun Getaways in Collingwood.  See  Ontario Getaway and packages for travel options north of Toro

Hardwood Ski & Bike, Oro Station
Canada Day Weekend Event Specials and Disc Golf Grand Opening - July 1,2,3
Come out and try our new 9 hole disc golf course and have a chance to win a Disc Golf season pass, free disc golf tickets or a set of regulation discs all long weekend.
Play either 9 or 18 holes for only $5 + HST (reg $7) and be eligible to enter into a draw for some great prizes. Disc golf is fun for the whole family and you'll get some low impact great exercise walking our course. 9 holes takes between 30 and 45 minutes and you will walk about 2 km. Disc rentals are available for $7 + HST.
http://www.hardwoodskiandbike.ca/   See Resorts in surrounding Barrie area

Watersports-Beach Getaways Long Weekend Fun
The water sports summer season kicks off this weekend with visitors heading north to their favourite Ontario Lake. Visitors without a cottage will be able to enjoy water based activities at the many resorts, cabins, and cottage rentals in the resort destinations north of Toronto. Summer Getaway Packages area available in most destinations and many packages include use of canoes, peddle-boats, and windsurfers.  Additional charges exist for motorized watercraft, or for sports such as water skiing, and banana boat rides.  Ontario Beaches will be ready for visitors staring this Canada Day Weekend

Into the wild for Canada Day
Toronto Sun - 6 hours ago
visit on Canada Day or Parks Day (July 16), when admission is free at all 42 national parks, four National Marine Conservation Areas, and the 167 National ...
See Ontario National Parks

Orillia Perch Festival
One of the first spring fishing tournaments takes place in Orillia Ontario. The Perch Festival continues until May 7, 2011 and offers up great prizes if a tagged fish is caught. Take the kids fishing getaway over the last weekend in April includes a Special OPP Kids day on April 30. More information on Orillia Ontario,  See fishing package and stay at Comfort Inn Orillia,

Celebrate the Royal Wedding with a Royal Breakfast Getaway
Witness the union of Prince William and Kate. Enjoy an overnight stay in an Inn Plus or Historic Manor House room. Includes overnight accommodation and The Royal Breakfast held in our Great Hall on Friday April 29th, between 6:00am and 9:00am, where we will be viewing the Royal Wedding live on our big screen. The perfect old world charm in a romantic setting to make you feel right at home in the festivities.  See the Royal Experience Getaway Packages,

Royal Tour (Kate & William) 2011 in Ottawa on Canada Day
Canada will welcome Their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge as they embark on their first overseas tour as a married couple.  The Royal Couple will be in the National Capital Region, from June 30 to July 2; See details at Government of Canada Royal Tour.  More Canada Day events & fireworks

Forecast calls for hot weather for Canada Day long weekend
‎680 News -Toronto
As we head towards the Canada Day long weekend, we will start to see and feel the summer weather. 680News meteorologist Jill Taylor said Toronto will really ..This is a good time to get out of Toronto see Summer Ontario Travel Tips and suggested road trips.

CANADA DAY FAMILY CELEBRATION JULY 1 AT SCIENCE NORTH
Sudbury, ON – Celebrate our nation’s 144th birthday with the whole family at Science North! Enjoy a full day and evening of family activities and entertainment, topped off by a spectacular fireworks display!  This alcohol-free family day takes place on the ground of Science North. Stay at
Comfort Inn Sudbury
Comfort Inn Sudbury East
Moonlight Inn & Suite

The Wizard of Oz
A Family Musical at the King's Wharf Theatre
This summer (until July 2), the greatest family musical of all time is touching down at the King's Wharf Theatre in Penetanguishene Ontario. After a twister hits her Kansas farm, Dorothy Gale is transported somewhere over the rainbow to another world. She teams up with a Scarecrow, Tin Man, Cowardly Lion, and faithful dog Toto in an epic journey to find the mighty Wizard who can send her home.  See King's Wharf Theatre Line-up.  See Resorts, Hotels, Inns in Midland Penetang on Georgian Bay.

Muskoka All-Inclusive Vacations at Delawana
The Delawana Inn Spa and Conference Resort is taking advantage of recent changes to Ontario’s liquor laws and is now offering alcohol to its all-inclusive packages. There’s no reason to head to the Caribbean when you can have it all in beautiful and scenic cottage country in Muskoka on Georgian Bay Ontario. 

Pine Vista Resort Launches Free Gas Card Incentive for New Cottage Rental Bookings
The Kawartha Lakes region is one of the closest Ontario tourist destinations to Toronto and the GTA. Our close proximity to this large population base, combined with our free gas card incentive, makes driving
to our Stoney Lake resort extremely See Pine Vista Resort

March Break in Algonquin Park
“The Friends of Algonquin Park bookstore will be open daily from 10am to 5pm during March Break from March14th – 20th.. Stop by the Visitor Centre to check out this amazing deal and support education and interpretation in Algonquin! For more information call 613.637.2828 or visit  website http://www.algonquinpark.on.ca.  More March Break Events and Attractions

Spring March Break Wildlife in Algonquin Area
The recent Globe and Mail article on The Beaver's New Brand:  Eco Saviour reminds me that it is time to get ready for a spring road trip as you never no what will be in store.  Last year about this time we did a road trip in the Algonquin Park area where we saw deer, mink, wild turkey and a lone Beaver out on the ice starting to repair his beaver hut. Good for the kids during March Break.

Ontario Eco-Adventure Celebrates Winter
Snowshoe Magazine--Great Adventure Snowshoeing Algonquin Area American beech is a deciduous tree that keeps its brown leaves in winter, providing a last-resort meal for deer in especially harsh years.  Click link above for complete story. Ontario Travel North of Toronto Publisher says "Visitors heading north who would like
to try snowshoeing can also pick from 25 snowshoe getaways in one of the many Ontario resorts, inns and lodges.

The Friends of Algonquin Park
The Leaf Lake Ski Trail located near the Park's East Gate has re-opened. The Fraser Lake Loop remains closed as a result of poor conditions and the Pinetree Loop is rough but ski-able. Check http://www.algonquinpark.on.ca/visit
/recreational_activites/ current-ski-trail-conditions.php for the latest updates from Park Staff in the field.

Algonquin Inn Nature and Photography blog.: LOON PHOTOGRAPHY
By Algonquin Lakeside Inn
This is our nature blog which we hope will enhance your stay or help you decide where to stay when you come to visit Algonquin Park and Muskoka. As we are located at the West gate on Oxtongue Lake. tel:1-800-387-2244 ...

Algonquin Woods Cottage Resort: News from the Woods: September News
By Algonquin Woods
It is also a good time for walks in Algonquin Park and Arrowhead. We have plenty of openings for the coming weekends so if you are looking for a quick break give us a call. For anyone interested in a stay of 3 nights or longer please ...

Fall trip to Algonquin Provincial Park - 8th Generation Honda ...
By szuberi
I would like to see if there is enough interest for us to plan a trip to the Algonquin park this coming fall season. The park is huge and offers. 8th Generation Honda Civic Forum

New Website for Friends of Algonquin
The Friends of Algonquin Park have been working hard on upgrading their algonquinpark.on.ca website. Last week they rolled out an improved site with more info on natural history, improved links to events and activities and a science section. 400ELEVEN Publisher says "Get more information on travel to Algonquin via Highway 60."

Ontario Trails: Algonquin Outfitters web log: "Leave No Trace" in ...
By Ontario Trails
"The Algonquin Backcountry Recreationalists have partnered with the Leave No Trace organization and produced a well-done document outlining how back-country users can adopt Leave No Trace camping principles in Algonquin Park. ...

Photography Series: Spring Wildflower Walk Workshop In Algonquin ...
By tippetsandleaders
This workshop features a look at the beautiful spring wildflowers that carpet Algonquin's hardwood slopes. A Park Naturalist will accompany the group for plant identification and to explain the natural history of the plants we find along the trail.

Ontario Trails: TheRecord.com - Travel - Algonquin park offers ...
By Ontario Trails
OTTAWA – Algonquin Provincial Park, the jewel of Ontario's park system, offers an amazing breadth of wilderness experiences. While parts of the giant park — it's bigger than Prince Edward Island —include luxury accommodations, travellers can also canoe over 2,100 kilometres of lakes, rivers and streams or hike 140 kilometres of well-mapped forest trails.

Camping in Algonquin Provincial Park Amongst Canadian Wildlife
Looking for a place to go camping this summer? Consider venturing a few hours north of Toronto to Canada's oldest and one of its largest provincial parks.

Camping in Ontario's Historic Algonquin Park: How to Get the Most ...
Algonquin Park maintains 11 campgrounds providing outdoor enthusiasts with many different camping options.

Weekend Road Trip to
Gravenhurst Car Show
Location Gravenhurst
June 11, 2011:  All Day Event
Sponsored by Canadian Tire. Located at Gull Lake Rotary Park we want Antique, Classic, Modified, Drag Cars, Race Cars Motor Bikes- ALL Motor Vehicles are invited & welcome to attend. Check out the spectacular displays while listening to great music.  www.gravenhurstchamber.com
For more info: 687-4432 or email: events@gravenhurstchamber.com.  Gravenhurst Area Accommodation available at
Club Muskoka
Bayview Wildwood Resort
Eden Place Bed & Breakfast
Taboo Resort, Golf and Spa

Battle of the Brushes in Alliston
Ontario Arts on Main 2011
Tour South Simcoe County to  June 15, 2011Join us throughout June! Participate and enjoy the creative talent, the musical delights from youth to senior and the discovery of unique and wonderful art showcased throughout South Simcoe.  Accommodation in Alliston, ON
Web: www.southsimcoeartscouncil.com
See more arts touring ideas north of Toronto

Yours Outdoors, Halibuton
Pedal your Arts: Tour du Village
Date: June 11, 2011
Haliburton Village offers the opportunity to enjoy the creative talents of local artists.  This bicycle tour is approximately 10kms and is a full but relaxed day punctuated by good company, delightful artisans and outstanding food.
visit http://www.yoursoutdoors.ca

Doors Open In Haliburton Ontario
Highlands East 2011.  June 11-12, 2011
Highland East includes the celebration of the heritage of Haliburton County.  A must see pick is the 1922 Red Cross Outpost Nursing service in Ontario which began at this site. The outpost reopened as a museum and in 2003 was declared a National Historic Site.  See more Highland East Sites for 2011.  See Haliburton Holidays for area Accommodation.

Sugar Ridge Retreat, Wybridge
Yoga and Qigong Retreat
June 10,11 & 12
with Vivien Stollmeyer
Yoga classes will take place in the beautiful circular Yoga studio and Qigong can be practiced out-of-doors, weather permitting. Enjoy wonderful meals lovingly prepared by Liz & Kurt, comfortable accommodation and great hiking through the trails of Sugar Ridge and Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre.
For more information, go on Vivien’s web-site, www.vitalbreathyoga.com, email stollmeyer@primus.ca  
 Or call 416-469-9750
http://www.sugarridge.ca/

Ontario National Tourism Week Getaways & Packages
Tourism Week, the week of June 6-12  2011 is in support of Canada's Tourism and Travel Industry--one of Canada's most significant contributors to the economy.   To celebrate this "Ontario Travel North of Toronto" has focused attention on more than Tourism Week getaway packages in a dozen destinations that can be easily accessed via Highway 400 and Highway 11.  See Ontario Tourism Week News Release

Doors Open Huronia 2011
June 4-5, 2011 Celebrate heritage in historic Huronia in the following interesting attractions including the 1875 Charters Inn, Historic Downtown Midland and Midland Murals, HMS Badger-Replica Historic Gunboat, Thompson House(1859), and much more. Accommodation at inns, resorts, b &b's, cottages in the Midland-Penetang area.  Consider a spring road trip while visiting historic Huronia.
See more information on Doors Open Huronia
Telephone: 705-549-7453, ext 212
Email: hbryce@penetanguishene.ca

For Lilac lovers
The Lindsay Lilac Festival runs May 24-31. The annual festival includes 600 lilacs in more than 120 varieties as well as art shows, food demonstrations and a dedicated Kids' Day on May 27. Festivities take place along the banks of the Scugog River in Lindsay -- one of 17 towns that make up the City of Kawartha Lakes about an hour northeast of Toronto.  See more information on Kawartha Lakes

Georgian College Auto Show in Barrie
Barrie is the site of the spring outdoor auto show, one of North America's largest
shows of its kind.   June 3, 4, 5 marks the 26th show organized by the students attendingthe Canadian Automotive Institute. See Auto show details.
Book Barrie hotels now.

Georgian College Auto Show moves to June 2011
Automotive buffs young and old have an extraordinary event to look forward to in June, with the presentation of the 26th annual Georgian College Auto Show. The annual auto show, normally held in the fall each year has moved to June (June 3, 4, 5).  See Auto Show Schedule, Book Barrie Hotels & Resorts

Georgian Bay Just Add Water Festival Getaways
Just Add Water festival getaway packages at a variety of inns, cottage resorts and family resorts in the Port Severn, Honey Harbour area where the Historic Trent-Severn meets Georgian Bay. Celebrating 100 years of National Parks Georgian Bay Islands National Park has FREE admission all weekend.

Muskoka Cuisine Steps Up at Windermere House
Oliver & Bonacini Restaurants (O&B), one of Canada's leading fine dining restaurant and event management companies, will assume operations of all Windermere House restaurant and food services when the resort opens in May of 2011.  The landmark Windermere House resort on beautiful Lake Rosseau....

Ontario Parks for Vacations or Getaways
Ontario Parks are exceptional venues to
explore for outdoor fun, or to stay in overnight as part of a camping or resort vacation. Provincial Parks or National Parks are equally available for the Romantic Couples getaway or for the family fun vacation See Ontario Parks North of Toronto

Wasaga Beach Featured in U.S.A Today
How to Camp in Wasaga Beach, Ontario | Travel Tips - USATODAY.com Wasaga Beach in Ontario, Canada, is the world's longest freshwater beach, according to the "Lonely Planet: Canada" guidebook. The 8.7-mile beach issplit See more travel north of Toronto information on Wasaga Beach Tourist Information, and Ontario Canada Travel Information

Lake Simcoe Golf Course at Big Bay Point
The Real Estate Collection Globe and Mail
Spring 2011 issue has a detailed interview with Dough Carrick.Indications are the course developer will break ground this summer.The course will be a prominent recreation feature in the "new urbanist"mixed use development.  Anticipate opening date is 2014.See Geranium Corporation or Carrick Design.  Can't wait to 2014check out the Ontario golf getaways north of Toronto

Ontario has many paddling options
Toronto Sun
A: Ontario is blessed with paddling options and many great spots are not that far away......For a longer drive, about 3.5 hours northeast of Toronto, you can't go wrong with Algonquin Park. It's packed with 1,500 km of canoe routes. More Canoe Kayak Getaways & Ontario Algonquin Area Information

Youngtown Museum in Omemee Ontario
A tribute museum to Neil Young. Omemee Ontario on the must see on the musical tourist map. Youngtown Rock and Roll Museum is located along Highway 7 (between Lindsay and Peterboroug in  the Kawartha Lakes region on your way to north eastern Ontario.

Road tripping in Ontario
Q: What kind of information is available for road trips around Ontario?
‎Toronto Sun -
By ILONA KAUREMSZKY, QMI Agency A: There are many sources of information:
Ontario Tourism has a user-friendly web tool.  Ontario Travel north of Toronto publisher says :"Visitors looking to head north in Ontario can check the spring travel routes for Ontario road trips."  Spring is the best time for viewing wildlife Wildlife Viewing During...keep your eyes open for a wildlife viewing opportunities of moose, deer, beavers, mink, Wild Turkeys and more........See Algonquin Area for accommodation and places to stay

New Meeting Facilities at Carriage Hills Resort Horseshoe Valley
Carriage Hills Resort welcomes spring 2011 with extensive renovations, including the opening of the Horseshoe Valley’s newest state-of-the-art meeting venue, The
Stanhope. Located one hour north of Toronto and 15 minutes from Barrie,
Canada, Carriage Hills Resort has long been a preferred destination
for businesses and groups seeking a calm getaway to meet their needs –
from wedding and event space to team building and corporate meetings.

Wye Marsh Family fun in May 2011
Canoe or Kayak The Marsh Escape, Explore and Experience Wye Marsh by canoe or kayak. The Wye Marsh canoes and kay-aks go back in the water on the May 23, and guided one-hour tours will be available every weekend until June 30. Biodiversity & Forests Day CelebrationDiscover the biodiversity of the Wye Marsh in partner ship with the Biodiversity Education Awareness Network ! Join us on interpretive guided hikes and canoe and kayak tours.

Sir Sam's Ski & Bike, Haliburton, ON
Mountain Bike Season & Covered Surface Lift Rides -Season opens Saturday, May 21st

Maclaren Art Centre
Barrie, ON
FREE exhibition/gallery tours to the public on Sunday May 15 and June 19 from 1:00 to 2:00.
http://maclarenart.com/

Tall Pines Cottages Family Getaway Contest
Enter to Win a Family Getaway at Tall Pines Cottages
Located on the shores of Twelve Mile Lake in the beautiful Haliburton Highlands, you’ll enjoy 6 nights/7 days* staying in our Walnut Grove, 2 bedroom housekeeping cottage

Ice Fishing Huts as Sport and Art In Barrie
True Canadian winter traditions can be found north on Lake Simcoe in Barrie.  There are Barrie Ice Fishing Getaways on Kempenfelt Bay.  There is snowshoeing & cross country skiing for the outdoorenthusiasts who want to explore between the ice fish huts.  See winter in Barrie on the Bay.  A recent Globe and Mail story on the Ice fish Hut as art is an interesting study on this great Canadian tradition.

400 Years of Tourism in Huronia
This year will mark the 400th anniversary of the arrival of Huronia’s first European tourist. It was in the fall of 1610 that Étienne Brule accompanied a group of Algonquin from the Ottawa Valley on their trek to Huronia to spend the winter with their allies.

Barrie one of the most romantic cities in Canada - The Barrie Examiner......
Saskatoon is the most romantic city in Canada. Barrie is also on the list. ... in the top 20, ...Pick your romantic getaway in the Barrie area at one of the 400ELEVEN Ontario Travel North members Carriage Ridge Resort at Horseshoe Valley - Barrie, Harbour View Inn - Barrie, Red Pine Inn - Alliston,

Ski & Snowboard Swaps Barrie
Visitors thinking about their Ontario winter ski or snowboard vacation will be excited about the ski swaps taking place north of Toronto. Many of the ski areas are getting ready for the downhill and cross country ski season, as well as the snowboarding and snowtubing for 2010-11 winter family fun.  
See Ski & Snowboard Swaps near Barrie

Skiing Continues North of Toronto.

February is often the best skiing and snow tubing month in the Barrie Snowbelt area.  Check the ski report from the Ontario tourism office in Barrie, snow and road conditions before heading out.  Ski packages and snow tubing overnight getaways at area hotels resorts, inns and B&B's. Hardwood Ski And Bike See Hardwood web cam for up to date photo

Barrie Area Romance-Valentines in February
Valentines and winter getaways go "heart to heart" in the Barrie area of Ontario.
Featured Romantic getaways include Carriage Ridge Resort at Horseshoe Valley - Barrie,Nottawasaga Inn Resort - Alliston, Barrie Lake Simcoe Ontario Sunsets, are always a great Romantic starter on Valentines Day.  

Ice Fishing Huts as Sport and Art In Barrie
True Canadian winter traditions can be found north on Lake Simcoe in Barrie.  There are Barrie Ice Fishing Getaways on Kempenfelt Bay.  There is snowshoeing & cross country skiing for the outdoorenthusiasts who want to explore between the ice fish huts.  See winter in Barrie on the Bay.  A recent Globe and Mail story on the Ice fish Hut as art is an interesting study on this great Canadian tradition.

Georgian College Auto Show moves to June
Automotive buffs young and old have an extraordinary event to look forward to in June, with the presentation of the 26th annual Georgian College Auto Show. The annual auto show, normally held in the fall each year, is moving to June (June 3, 4, 5).

Barrie Spring Art Tour June  4 & 5
More than 50 Barrie area artists will be on display June 4 & 5. Visitors can purchase unique original art and handicraft items. Check out the art of  Victoria Mestres: Her passion is creating really unique desgins, transmitting and teaching the Art of Mosaics with us. She loves teaching children and adults, encouraging them to find their creative self, while creating magnificent pieces in the Art world.

Spring Tonic Maple Syrup Festival
Utopia (Between Alliston and Barrie)
April 2-3, 2011
A tasty Canadian tradition. Learn how maple syrup is made using Native, pioneer and modern methods. Have a pancake and sausage breakfast. Enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides, crafts and music.
Web: Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Association www.nvca.on.ca  Via Highway 400 north.
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels  Barrie, ON, Alliston, ON
Barrie hotels on-line

Arts, Culture & Tourism - Barrie
Plan on visiting Barrie? We'd love to welcome you. Symphony aficionados, music lovers and live theatre supporters will discover a city rich in performing ...

Taking Action to Protect Lake Simcoe And The Local Economy
Government of Ontario News
Released today, the first Minister's Annual Report on Lake Simcoe shows the province has taken action on all 88 recommendations made in the Lake Simcoe ...

Looking for a job or career in hospitality, tourism or recreation ...
By rtoth
Georgian's Barrie Campus is a wonderland of opportunities during hospitality, tourism and recreation career fair Feb. 1 Leading employers in the.
Georgian College News - http://www.georgianc.on.ca/news/

Town wants to attract Hwy. 400 tourists
The Barrie Advance
Lougheed said a tourism kiosk could direct tourists to Innisfil attractions such as Innisfil Beach Park on Lake Simcoe and historic Cookstown. ...

Mad Bastard Scooter Rally 2011
CMG Online News (blog)
The Mad Bastard Scooter Rally 2011 will take place in the city of Barrie,
Ontario on the weekend of June 24 - 26. We're also very pleased to announce
the ...

Georgian Theatre at Georgian College Barrie Undergoes Renovations
A major cultural landmark in Simoce County will be rejuvenated as The City of Barrie re-launches and assumes full responsibility for the administration and management of the Georgian Theatre (aka Gryphon Theatre) located at Georgian College. See more on Georgian Theatre, or visit Georgian College

Skiing Starts North of Toronto.
Hardwood Ski And Bike in the Barrie Snowbelt opened on the weekend and continues to receive snow on the trails...anticipate most downhill ski and snowboard areas to be open soon.
See Hardwood web cam for up to date photos

March Break Activities Barrie Ontario 
Art Camps, ski camps for kids looking for March break fun and family activities such as the outdoor winter sports, cultural events, a learning experience, a  museum visit, making art, or acting lessons.

MacLaren Art Centre, Barrie
March Break Day Camp  March 14– March 18, 2011  9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Join us at the MacLarenArtCentre for an engaging week of art making, the perfect way to keep the kids busy during March Break! Students will work with a variety of media including painting, printmaking and sculpture.
http://maclarenart.com/educational-programmes/children

Hardwood Ski and  Bike
Oro Station
March Break Promo
March 12-20, 2011
Celebrate the March Break and get out for some spring skiing on the trails.
50% off rentals
Kids 12 and under - $7 + HST for trail passes
Students 19 to 13 - $15 + HST for trai passes
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels  Barrie, ON, Barrie hotels on-line

Ice Fishing Huts as Sport and Art In Barrie
True Canadian winter traditions can be found north on Lake Simcoe in Barrie.  There are Barrie Ice Fishing Getaways on Kempenfelt Bay.  There is snowshoeing & cross country skiing for the outdoorenthusiasts who want to explore between the ice fish huts.  See winter in Barrie on the Bay.  A recent Globe and Mail story on the Ice fish Hut as art is an interesting study on this great Canadian tradition.

Skiing Continues North of Toronto.

February is often the best skiing and snow tubing month in the Barrie Snowbelt area.  Check the ski report from the Ontario tourism office in Barrie, snow and road conditions before heading out.  Ski packages and snow tubing overnight getaways at area hotels resorts, inns and B&B's. Hardwood Ski And Bike See Hardwood web cam for up to date photo

Barrie's Winterfest & Festival of Ice
Downtown Barrie February 5 & 6, 2011!  Heritage Park and Barrie Waterfront.  Named one of the Top 100 Festivals in Ontario this is a truly Canadian winter adventure for the whole family - the best way to beat the February blues(also Blues Festival)! ......dog sled rides, horse-drawn wagon rides, midway, lumberjack shows, skating, polar bear swim, pancake breakfast, crafts, story time, ice slides. Kids will enjoy exploring the ice maze.... snow sculpture with slides carved right into the snow of ice.  Also (See 2010 Barrie Winterfest-Carnival Photos)