Ontario Parks 2010 � Roadstories

"It was exciting because we didn’t see other trippers for days and then suddenly we were crossing paths with paddlers from around the world. There are three lodges in Algonquin and I’ve been lucky to stay at two: Bartlett Lodge and Killarney Lodge. Both were terrific. I also remember the rib dinner we had at Killarney. Lip-smacking good."

Ottawa River Canoe Club

"The club will be posting a daily schedule beginning on June 1, for open paddling times. Please check the daily schedule after June 1."

offroadontario.ca • View topic - Jim Kelly Memorial Trail Ride - Sunday May 30, 2010

"Come join HORRA and SCORRA for the Jim Kelly Memorial Trail Ride on Sunday May 30, 2010

All proceeds go to the Canadian ISDE Gold Fund and the Heart & Stroke Foundation."

Trail plan detoured - The Barrie Examiner - Ontario, CA

"What can be done is being done about safety on Barrie's Northshore Trail.

A motion to look at doing more -- specifically concerning vegetation cover -- didn't pass muster with city councillors this week.

'People are still concerned about break-ins and vandalism from the trail, people sleeping outside, partying,' said Coun. Mike Ramsay, who represents Ward 1, where much of the trail lies beside Kempenfelt Bay."

Going away to ride horses

"They are the Riders Without Borders, trotting far beyond the enclosed arenas of Singapore in search of good horses and riding trails.

From Johor Baru to as far afield as Jordan and Mongolia, they are drawn by the wide open spaces, the different kinds of horses, terrain and riding experience and, above all, the affordability.

This informal gathering of around 50 �������riders often organises groups of about 10 people, comprising experienced riders and beginners, for trips across the Causeway for lessons."

Girl charged after ATV stolen - The Sudbury Star - Ontario, CA

"Greater Sudbury Police Service officers arrested a 16-year-old girl Thurday and charged her with break, enter and theft, and posssession of property obtained by crime and mischief after responding to an incident on Moxam's Landing Road in Lively.

Police were called about 1 p.m. when a resident returned home and saw three suspects leaving the area on his all-terrain vehicle."

TheWesternStar.com: Columns | Drinking and driving can be stopped

"According to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation, “drivers with a blood alcohol above 0.05, but below the legal limit are 7.2 times more likely to be in a fatal collision than drivers with a zero alcohol. This clearly supports a complete ban on driving with any alcohol in the blood.”

Before you say this is impossible and cannot be done you might want to look at ATVs and snowmobiles because this sector already has a zero tolerance to alcohol. This should raise a few eyebrows when people realize that the rules around alcohol are stricter for ATVs or snowmobiles than cars."

Grandfather Sea Kayaking Trip , Ontario, Canada

"You like the water and you know the world looks better from a kayak. It is time to set a course for adventure on the west coast of Ontario’s Killarney Provincial Park. The pace starts easily with kayak skills progression and builds to cruising speed. This trip is one of the best ways to view the scenic landscape of white quartzite mountains of Killarney and the crystal blue waters of Georgian Bay."

QROOI News & Events � Blog Archive � May 13, 2010 - Canada’s Outdoor Equine Expo

"Canada’s Outdoor Equine Expo is getting ready to launch June 4th to 7th 2010. This Expo has a very exciting program, and we are thrilled to be offering it to the equine industry. The Quarter Horse racing industry is very well represented in our line-up of presenters, and I thought you may be interested in letting your members know about the event."

Canoe The Credit 2010-Calling All Paddlers | Races

Canoe The Credit 2010-Calling All Paddlers | Races "Whitewater Ontario is very pleased to announce that it has established an access agreement with Joe and Lucill..."

Hiking in Southern Ontario � Homeforyou's Blog

"Cootes Drive Trail
The Cootes Drive Trail is a multi-use asphalt trail extending between Sanders Blvd. (Hamilton) and Dundas/Thorpe Street (Dundas). The trail is 2.5 km long and can be accessed from Sanders Blvd. (where there is a signed level crossing of Cootes Drive to McMaster University), just south of the McMaster University bridge across Cootes Drive, Olympic Drive, King/East Street and Dundas/Thorpe."

Taste Trail/Arts Trail 2010 guide launched - Picton County Weekly - Ontario, CA

"Chefs, artisans and dignitaries gathered at the Mad Dog Gallery, County Road 11, Friday, May 7 for the launch of the 2010 Prince Edward County Taste Trail/Arts Trail guide.

This year's bilingual guide is styled as a 'flip book' and features 58 culinary and art locations, along 200 kilometres of County roads.


This year, local photographer Graham Davies has included black and white portraits of the artists, gallery owners, restaurateurs, winemakers and food purveyors in the featured locations."

Ontario Ranger Meet - Pirate4x4.Com Bulletin Board

"Hey I am trying to organize a ranger meet this coming July 31St weekend. We are going to be doing a weekend trip up In Mattawa Ontario. If anyone is interested let me know. Only stipulation is that you half to bring your own food camping equipment and your truck must be reliable. If you are interested PM me and I will fill you in on more details."

New loops open on Gananoque trails - Gananoque Reporter - Ontario, CA

"The Gananoque Trails committee is hosting a grand opening today of two new trails on the local circuit.

The Riverside and Narrows loops will be ready for public enjoyment and will begin with a special ceremony at 1:30 today.

'These additions to the Gananoque Trail are being acclaimed by all users. If you don't know where they are, just walk up the trail past Fourth St. They are well marked,' says committee member Peter Murray."

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"8-80 Cities works to create vibrant cities and healthy communities, where residents live happier and enjoy great public places. We promote walking and bicycling as activities and urban parks, trails and public spaces as a way to fulfill our goal. We believe that safe walking and cycling infrastructure, as well as vibrant public places are key symptoms of a more people-oriented and socially equitable city, an “8-80 City.”"

Retracing history - The Orillia Packet & Times - Ontario, CA

"Retracing the historical fur-trading route of their ancestors, two Rama First Nation men will embark on the most 'meaningful' canoe trip of their lives.

Keesic Douglas, 36, and Kory Snache, 26, will be leaving from the Atherley Narrows on May 28 to follow the watery path of their ancestors, which hasn't been travelled as a fur trade route since the late 1800s."

Toronto approves bicycle sharing plan - Yahoo! Canada News

"TORONTO (CBC) - Toronto city council has voted to guarantee a $4.8 million startup loan for a bike rental company, if the firm can first generate 1,000 subscribers and private sponsorship support.

'I'm predicting this is going to be very, very successful,' said Toronto city councillor Glenn De Baeremaeker, who pushed hard for the bike-sharing service"

NOW Magazine // News // Festivals

"TORONTO TRAILS FESTIVAL Join Ontario Walks for guided walking tours of Toronto’s ravines and waterfront on weekends. Free. torontotrailsfestival.ca.�To Jun 6"

May 25 open house to look at ATV route - Northumberland Today - Ontario, CA

"An open house is planned for May 25 at the Cold Springs Hall to gather citizens' input about a proposed all-terrain vehicle route between Bewdley, Harwood and the Township of Alnwick-Haldimand.

'The proposed route commences at the County Road 28 tunnel -Lake Street (travels along) Rice Lake Drive North, Cavan Road, Morton Road, Donaldson Road, Jack Gordon Road, Minifie/McBride/Turk roads, along Johnstone Road and Hillview Drive to County Road 18 (also known as Rice Lake Scenic Drive),' according to a township newsletter."

Enviro Boys: Cycling in the City of Toronto...

"I came across a really interesting study today on cycling in the City of Toronto. The study was undertaken by Ipsos Reid Public Affairs, a survey-based marketing research firm. The study has some pretty fascinating findings many of which are promising for the future of cycling in Toronto, although the City still has a lot of work to do for improving its cycling overall. The sampling size of the survey (a random and representative sample) is (n=1000) pulling an even 250 residents from the four districts of the City including Central Toronto, Etobicoke, North York and Scarborough. The study is quite comprehensive so I will only share the major findings and allow readers to access more of the report if interested."