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Big picture vision for the bicycling life in Toronto | Cycle Space
“I would ride my bike more, but…” I'm sure every second person has said that. They would ride their bike more but: they are too busy; they have children to ...
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25 men charged with trespassing in Whitby conservation area
CityNews
Police say they were contacted by Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority officials who said they had witnessed men exposing themselves or participating in sexual acts in the Lynde Shores Conservation Area. Plain clothes police officers conducted a ...
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Courses are for information and knowledge exchange purposes only. All courses are offered on a first come first serve basis. Instructors reserve the right to limit class sizes. Courses may be offered more than once in the calendar year. Some minimum student levels are necessary to run certain courses, so offered courses may change without notice

Tour de Greenbelt in Rouge Park! - September 15, 2012 | Ontario ...

Hello! I hope you are enjoying the summer in spite of the extreme heat. We are in the process of planning another Tour de Greenbelt in Rouge Park and would ...ontario.sierraclub.ca/node/

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Ontario Travel - Hiking Trails - Barrie - Barrie Waterfront Trail
Information for Barrie Waterfront Trail and hundreds of hiking trails around the Muskoka area.
www.experience-muskoka.com/.../barrie_waterfront_trail.html

Explore Toronto's Gardens, Parks and Trails - Janet Davis, City ...
Janet Davis, City Councillor - Ward 31 | New maps now available for download of Toronto's gardens, parks and trails.
www.councillordavis.com/.../explore-torontos-gardens-parks-a...

Toronto's Trails Survey
The City of Toronto is looking for public input to help create a Natural Environment Trail Strategy.
toronto.about.com/b/2012/08/21/torontos-trails-survey.htm

Do you cycle? - Toronto Golf Nuts - Greater Toronto Area Golf Forum
When I look at urban commuter cycling in Toronto and Europe, the differences are astounding. We have a long way to go to be anywhere close - and a ...
www.torontogolfnuts.com/showthread.php?p=996225    

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Fish for Free During Family Fishing Week

July 4, 2012

Canadian residents can fish licence-free in Ontario from July 7 to 15, providing families a fun and affordable way to enjoy the province's beautiful lakes and rivers.
Family fishing events in towns and provincial parks across Ontario include:

• Eight Urban Fishing Festivals in the Greater Toronto Area
• Rock Bass Family Fishing Day on Whitefish Lake at Algonquin Provincial Park, July 7
• Dorion Township Huck Finn Derby at the Dorion Township Recreation Centre, July 8
• Powassan Family Fishing Derby at South Himsworth Public Beach, July 9
• Hamilton Bass Master's 1st Annual Kids Fishing Derby in Christie's Conservation Area, Dundas, July 14
• The 16th Annual Dorset Kids Fish Derby, July 15

LEARN MORE

• Plan your fishing trip from start to finish with Ontario's Fish ON-Line tool at Ontario.ca/fishing.
• For more information on fishing events, visit the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters.
• Find out more about Ontario's Family Fishing Week.

Prying the lid off the cycling debate Globe and Mail I've spent the last two weeks pondering the Ontario coroner's office report on the 129cycling fatalities that had occurred in the province between 2006 and 2010. Called the “Cycling Death Review” (which sounds like a house band from the 1990s) the ... See all stories on this topic »

If Councillor Wong-Tam cares about cycling safety she has a funny ... Attendees at the open house: Courtesy of Cycle Toronto. Why is Councillor ... Cycle Toronto has pushed for the separated bike lane network. Harbord/Hoskin ... www.ibiketo.ca/.../if-councillor-wong-tam-cares-about-cycling...    ONTARIO TRAILS COUNCIL E-NEWS - Every Friday     • Local Trail News      • Trail Education Program     • Trail Heros     • Trailhead Ontario     • Activity and User Updates      View it Here Trails Education Courses 2012 Trail Education Courses -  23 Sessions and Counting We have it all - 14 modules - and soon On-Line! Book Today. Course Calendar  - click the link on the course name to download the flyer for that course! Course Descriptions  Register - click on your choice, register on-line Website Facebook Courses are for information and knowledge exchange purposes only. All courses are offered on a first come first serve basis. Instructors reserve the right to limit class sizes. Courses may be offered more than once in the calendar year. Some minimum student levels are necessary to run certain courses, so offered courses may change without notice. URBANANIMAL: Enjoy Toronto's off-leash dog parks, but don't forget the rules insideTORONTO.com There are currently 48 official off-leash dog parks in the Toronto area and they're a boon to those of us who use them on a regular basis for socialization and exercise. While walking my dog, Bonnie, at a park near my home during Canada Day weekend, ... See all stories on this topic »Slide 1 - Ontario Trails Council ONTARIO TRAILS STRATEGY. Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport. Presentation to Trailhead Ontario June 18th, 2012. 2. TABLE OF CONTENTS. Provincial ... www.ontariotrails.on.ca/.../1%20Final%20OTC%20TRAILHE... All Trailhead Ontario Presentations are available for download at: http://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trail-news-events-2/trailhead-ontario

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Wolves, coyotes and nature connection oh my
Bay Today
By Kate Adams Alexis Burnett is a Naturalist, Tracker, Wilderness Skills Practitioner and Canoe Guide from Orangeville, ON. He resides in central Ontario, spending his days tracking and running his Outdoor School and Wilderness Canoe Tripping company, ...
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Union Gas Centennial Grant helps build forest trail at popular conservation ...
Canada NewsWire (press release)
... company's 100 years of service to more than 400 Ontario communities. "Adding this new trail will help ensure the Hersey Lake Conservation Area continues to be a great resource for the community of Timmins," said Julie Dill, president of Union Gas. ...
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OPG and Trees Ontario to Distribute White Spruce Seed Kits at the Royal ...
Canada NewsWire (press release)
Trees Ontario aims to restore the province's tree planting capacity throughout Ontario on private lands, by providing funding and planning support for its tree planting partners, including: local Conservation Authorities, Ontario Stewardship Councils, ...
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Jesuit Diary Brings the Past to Life
Wawa-news.com
He travelled lightly on snowshoes, on toboggan and on foot, by dog-sled or in a birch ... Ft William, Ontario. Transcrit et édité par Alain Nabarra avec une ...
  
Crime Stoppers doubling rewards because of ATV thefts - Shoreline ...
Crime Stoppers of Grey Bruce is offering an extra incentive to anyone with information about the recent increase in thefts of ATVs. Police have...
www.shorelinebeacon.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=3353529

Milton Dateline - November 1, 2011
InsideHalton.com
The centre also holds billiards from 9 am to 9 pm, Craft Club from 9 am to noon, ... line dancing from 10 am to 11:30 am, Walking Club from 10 am to noon, ...

Walking With A Camera: Toronto Photo Walks: Belt Line Trail
The route this time was along the Belt Line trail which used to be an old train track that circled the city of Toronto many years ago. It's now a footpath and walking ...
walkingwithcamera.blogspot.com/.../toronto-photo-walks-belt-...

Cancer ride a physical and emotional trial
The Barrie Advance
“I mountain bike a bit, and basically picked up a road bike a month prior to the event. The most I'd biked in a day was 60 kilometres, so riding 200 ...

Mayor seeks to unify North
The North Bay Nugget
Zone 13, sounds like file 13 A planning act that reflects northern ontario values and circumstances. Forestry and Mining sectors begging for lower hydro costs just for starters. Not just eco trails for our Southern Ontario visitors but real solutions ...
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Ontario Trails News - Paddle, Bike, Hike and Ride Ontario's Trails

Scarecrows not afraid of rain
Owen Sound Sun Times
"You watch Bill with his Ontario Tartan and his big Bill overalls. ... Because of the heavy rain outdoor events of the Scotia Bank family festival were ...

Tories promise to put northerners first
NorthernLife.ca
Also on hand were supporters, representatives of rod and gun clubs, ATV groups, ... with- northern Ontario's traditional way of life, she stated. ...

From Share the Road: Poll shows increased support for cycling in ...
Burlington, Ontario — October 2nd, 2011 – On the eve of the provincial election, the Share the Road Cycling Coalition, (The Coalition) a provincial cycling policy ...
cycle.ottawacitizen.com/.../from-share-the-road-poll-shows-inc...

Art and Science in the South Nation Watershed
OurHometown.ca
... natural history books, while Fred is a long-term member of SNC's Fish & Wildlife Committee, as well as numerous issue-oriented conservation organizations such as the Ontario Freshwater Mussel Recovery Team, and the Ontario Road Ecology Group. ...
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Minto named Ontario GREEN builder of the year for third time
Solid Waste & Recycling
"With many innovative firsts, the Minto Group clearly demonstrated that it significantly lowers the environmental impact of its land development, construction and building operations," states the OHBA. "As well, the company has achieved valuable green ...
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FaceBook removing the discussion page reduces the professional use of FB. First you reduced the significance of groups, now, taking out discussions alienates people from gathering around a cause. Discussions also allows for an archival list function - nobody is going to see something of importance if its buried under Older Posts way down my wall as FB is proposing - but on the Discussion page one can always scroll through topics to engage in a discussion, even a year later! For communication experts - this is flawed FB. Tell FB this is flawed.

    

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Walking Thru the Past. Mark Irish's ... - Storied Toronto Walking Tours
Storied Toronto Walking Tours offer the best Toronto City Tours, a fascinating ... that September has had its share of significant dates in the history of Toronto. ...
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Annual Salamander Festival returns to Belfountain Saturday
Caledon Citizen
Activities will take place in the hamlet and Belfountain Conservation Area (CA). ... 3 pm) from the Ontario Falconry Centre; free give-aways for the garden, ...

Kayak and Paddle Found on Lake Ontario
Kayak and Paddle Found on Lake Ontario. A resident of Oshawa walking along the beachfront at Victoria Street in Whitby yesterday discovered an overturned ...
www.durhamnews24.com/.../656-kayak-and-paddle-found-on...

Emphasize conservation
Waterloo Record
While the McGuinty's Liberals' “green” platform is rich on expensive renewables, it's cheap on pragmatic conservation. The cheapest kilowatt-hour is the one that isn't used. With nearly one million existing Ontario homes, a market mechanism that ...
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Fred Schneider dead at 85
Farm Focus
He was also a passionate environmentalist, planting thousands of trees on his home property on the northwestern outskirts of Waterloo, Ontario and winning a number of conservation awards from organizations such as the Grand River Conservation Authority ...
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Ontario Trails: Ontario Trails News - Update
My Photo · Ontario Trails: Ontario boasts over 88000 km in trails. Whether you're in downtown Toronto or North of Superior, if life's a journey we have your trail. ...
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Cross-Country Skiing in Manitoulin Island, Ontario | Travel Tips ...
Manitoulin Island in northern Ontario gives cross-country skiing enthusiasts an opportunity to hit the trail on the largest freshwater island in the world. The island ...
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Ontario Trail News - Paddle, Bike, Hike or Ride Ontario Trails

Logging on . . . a cabin in Canada
Irish Times
For those with children, the guided trails are great days out. One to recommend is Beaver Pond Trail, which is not too difficult, lasting about an hour, and takes you through a complete beaver habitat. Explanatory leaflets can be picked up and numbered ...

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This photo of Algonquin Cottage Outpost and the Algonquin Log Cabin is courtesy of TripAdvisor

Organizers excited for Shores of Erie International Wine Festival
Amherstburg Echo
"They came to us and asked if they could promote cycling in southwestern Ontario," said O'Rourke "We thought it was a really good fit. ...


Ontario Trails: Ontario Trail News - Develop, Use, Manage and ...
Ontario Trail News - Develop, Use, Manage and Preserve Ontario's Trails ... Ontario trails - Ford Ranger Forum Hey just ... Posted by Ontario Trails at 11:13 AM ...
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OFTR - The Ontario Federation of Trail Riders
When we asked why in 2000, Transportation Minister Turnbull advised the Ontario Federation of Trail Riders (OFTR) that we since were able to convert an ORM ...
www.oftr.ca/articles.php?id=6719

Friday Photo: Evening Spreads Over Toronto
Huffington Post
At the end of an activity-filled day in Toronto, walking out of the Distillery District, such a sunset was highlighting the skyline to form a perfect silhouette prominently featuring the CN tower and Toronto's other well-known buildings. ...
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Walking Trails in Eastern Toronto | Travel Tips - USAToday.com
Toronto, Canada, features a varied menu of outdoor recreational opportunities, including hundreds of walking trails. These pathways encourage healthy ...
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Trail Smart Ontario

Stay safe this weekend
Sarnia Observer
Last year, 10000 charges were laid across Ontario over the Labour Day Weekend and eight people lost their lives. Locally, police presence will be heightened on highways, roads, waterways and trails, targeting impaired, distracted and aggressive drivers ...

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Blind River - Delta Loop - Ontario Trails Council
At the Ontario Trails Council, we do our best to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the information we provide on the site. Please remember however, that some ...
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Connecting Trails ... - Toronto Coalition for Active Transportation
On June 28, 2011 Paul Young facilitated a workshop to explore how to improve links between the Don Trail and surrounding communities. A PDF version of the ...
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Sea Kayak | Ontario Adventure
The sheltered waters along Ontario's Phillip Edward Island can provide a taste of expedition kayak touring for those who are ready to up the ante on an exposed ...
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Ministry of Transportation
What you need to know to operate an ATV in Ontario. The All Terrain Vehicle ( ATV) as it's commonly called is a very popular year-round utility and recreational ...
www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/pubs/atv/index.shtml

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Explorers' Edge: Algonquin to Parry Sound
CottageCountryNow.ca
“When we conducted research to determine what Ontario travellers think of this region ... splashing through mud on an ATV or relaxing at a lakeside resort, ...

Family of man hit by cyclist pleads for bike lanes
Toronto Star
Although Nobu Okamoto was a private man, who enjoyed walking on the waterfront and reading newspapers at the Toronto Reference Library, his children decided to share their story to highlight the dangers of sidewalk cycling. “I just want justice done ... See all stories on this topic »

Cycling season not over for Robert Cooper
Brockville Recorder and Times
Brockville's Robert Cooper, who won the provincial junior road race championship recently, was contacted by Team Ontario to compete in a prestigious stage race in Vermont this week. By Darcy Cheek The Recorder and Times Ontario's junior road race ...
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Ontario Trails Ontario Trails News Paddle Hike Bike or Ride ...
The cycling club has an agreement with the region to develop and maintain the trails It attracts people both locally and from across Ontario ...
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On August 31st, Lanark County Council moved to approve the development of their 'first ever wilderness trail that accommodates horses' in the Lavant Main Block Forest. The County's approval was the fifth level of governance.It took 7 months to complete the Initiative's Proposal and almost a year to complete the political process. We're looking at another 2.5 years before the trail routings are developed and the trail opened for public use.

The Riverdale Hub expands on Toronto's ever-evolving Gerrard Street
CityNews
... progressive agenda from the ground-up for the neighbourhood revitalization project." Shawn Micallef is the Managing Editor of Yonge Street and the author of Stroll: Psychogeographic Walking Tours of Toronto (with one chapter devoted to Gerrard Street).
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5 animals that attack in the Canadian wild
CBC.ca
... in southern Ontario and the western or Prairie rattlesnake in southern BC, ... a bear encounter is to make noise while hiking and carry bear spray. ...