Arlington Woods on bear alert

"When Scott Sharkey stepped out into his yard last week and saw a mound of black fur, he thought he was dealing with a large, overweight dog, “because I didn’t see its head.”

Sharkey scared the animal and made it run into the forest behind his house."

Welcome to the Ontario Woodlot Association - Information & Publications

"Woodlot owners need to be able to access the best science and learn how to apply it in the management of our forests. Understanding the economic benefits, ecological impacts, selecting the most viable management option, and making sound financial decisions is imperative to sustainable management."

Spring 2010 Marks the Planting of 10 Million Trees-Trees Ontario

Spring 2010 Marks the Planting of 10 Million Trees-Trees Ontario: "With the spring 2010 tree planting season coming to a close, Trees Ontario is recognizing the significance of the planting of 10 million trees under its programs since 2004. This milestone was achieved thanks to the participation of 65 tree planting agency partners province-wide, who have delivered Trees Ontario's programs on the ground and in the field with over 2,000 landowners. Funding for tree planting programs has been made possible from the generous support of government, sponsors and donors."

Smart Commute at Metrolinx celebrates ‘Bike to Work Day’ Events encouraging cycling scheduled across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area � Smart Commute

Smart Commute at Metrolinx celebrates ‘Bike to Work Day’ Events encouraging cycling scheduled across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area � Smart Commute: "Metrolinx is encouraging commuters to participate in the fourth annual ‘Bike to Work Day’ on Monday, May 31, 2010. Smart Commute, a program of Metrolinx, is working with employers across the region to encourage commuters to cycle to work on this day and every day.� This event is coordinated to run simultaneously with the City of Toronto’s Group Commute (see www.toronto.ca/cycling)."

Ottawa River Canoe Club

"ORCC is having our first Bring a Friend Day at the Club on Saturday, May 29, 2010.

Bring a friend, sibling, co-worker, neighbour - anyone you would like to introduce to our club, and the sport of Canoe/Kayak, to practice on Saturday."

Ontario's White Otter Wilderness Canoe - Remote Lakeland in the Heart of Canada

"Explore Dashwa Narrows, Volcano Bay and Camp Mine Narrow while paddling the remote White Otter Wilderness Area. You will view Native American pictographs and gigantic rock cliffs while you navigate WOW's intricate web of lakes, rivers, streams and bogs. Beaver, moose, wolves, black bear, lynx, and even woodland caribou abound in this area northwest of Quetico Provincial Park in Ontario, Canada. Don't forget your fishing rod and make sure to ask your trip leader to share the legend of Jimmy McQuat's log castle and his mail-order bride. If you have enjoyed the BWCA and Quetico, maybe it's time to head further up the trail to the White Otter Wilderness with Wilderness Inquiry."

Camp Search for horse, ontario, canada - Summer Camps 2010 - MySummerCamps.com

Come and experience Teen Ranch Canada! Canada's Finest Hockey & Equestrian Camp since 1967. Also offering X-treme Adventure camps. Teen Ranch has been specializing in Christian Camping since 1967. ..."

Mississauga Article: Website on trails approved

"Peel Region councillors gave a unanimous nod of approval to a new interactive website that will help residents enjoy more than 700 kilometres of trails, paths and bike lanes in the region.
Region officials say www.walkandrollpeel.ca is a storehouse of information on various cycling and walking hubs and amenities available at local trails. It can even help residents customize their routes, should they wish to do so."

ATV collision sends two males to hospital - Haliburton Echo - Ontario, CA

"On May 22, Bancroft OPP responded to the report of an ATV vehicle collision on an ATV trail in the municipality of Highlands East. Investigation revealed that a Honda ATV entered a turn, skidded off the trail, overturned and ejected the driver. A Suzuki ATV that was following the Honda braked to avoid the collision causing it to skid off the trail, overturn and eject the driver."

County Trails

"The Lennox and Addington County Trails include 12 looping routes consisting of 600 kilometres of paved roadway where you never retrace your path, yet are able to end where you began.

The L&A County Trails are found in the heart of beautiful Eastern Ontario. Stretching northward from the shore of Lake Ontario, the routes are found on well-maintained county and select local roadways – ideal for on-road cycling enthusiasts. As you travel, you’ll experience the natural beauty, unique history, and unforgettable rural charm that Lennox and Addington has to offer."

Winner Ontario Trails Council "Trailbuilder Award"

CANOE Travel - Ontario - Erie Coast packed with gems

"At Canada's southernmost point is Point Pelee National Park, a tiny green oasis with trails leading to dunes, cattails, prickly pear cactus and jungle-thick woods.

It's the warbler capital of the world and is where thousands of monarch butterflies stop each summer on their migration to Mexico."

Lake Trail Grand Opening, June 6th

"Looking for something to do on June 6th, or maybe you’d just like a new trail to ride. Well head out to Wildwood CA in the Stratford area. Upper Thames River Conservation (UTRCA) will be holding the Grand Opening, and Ribbon Cutting of the new Lake Trail."

ThinkFirst Canada!....before using off-road vehicles - Press Release - Digital Journal

"All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) are powerful machines that require strength and skill to operate. So it makes sense to start teaching kids to ride early, right? 'No! - The truth is that ATVs cause more permanent disabilities and death than most other sport or recreational activities,' says Dr. Charles Tator, brain surgeon, researcher and founder of ThinkFirst Canada. 'Children and youth lack the knowledge, development and skills to safely operate these vehicles. ATV use by children has resulted in serious injury and death'"

Ontario Collingwood Is A Perfect Vacation Destination � Travel For Seniors

"Ontario Collingwood has above 60 kilometers of nature trails crisscrossing the region . These offer the tourist an opportunity to discover the outdoors with no having to coarse it out in the boondocks. You can walk or bicycle down these infrastructure and trail. In winter, skiing is a well liked movement. Some of the extra exploratory tourists and inhabitants try snowmobiling. Horseback riding at the Bluewood Stables is too a popular weekend activity."

For a list of Collingwood trails see: http://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trails-a-z/ and search by town Collingwood.

Cycling advocates decry decision to drop Bryant's charges | Toronto & GTA | News | Toronto Sun

"Biking advocates and friends of Darcy Allan Sheppard were outraged to learn charges were dropped against Michael Bryant.

Marli Epp, the spokesman for the Toronto Bike Messenger Association, told the Sun the justice system has failed.

'It's legal to kill somebody with their car in this country,' Epp said. 'That's unacceptable. We are questioning the fact that justice cannot be served here.'

The association is planning a vigil at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday along Bloor St. W., just east of Avenue Rd., where Sheppard died."

Bear charges ATV driver in Severn - The Orillia Packet & Times - Ontario, CA

"An ATV driver was charged by a large black bear in Severn Township nearly a week after Gerald Marois was viciously mauled by a bear fitting that description, Jolanta Kowalski, media relations officer with the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR), said on Tuesday.

The man was riding on a trail near Taylor Line and Upper Big Chute Road Tuesday morning when he spotted the bear, about 5 kilometres from the scene of last Tuesday's attack, at Upper Big Chute Road and Kinnear Sideroad, she said."

Woman badly hurt in ATV crash - The Sault Star - Ontario, CA

"A Sault Ste. Marie woman suffered serious injuries Saturday in an ATV collision on Wart Lake Road.

Ontario Provincial Police say Chantal Beauchamp, 20, left the roadway and went down an embankment around 3 p.m. Saturday.

Beauchamp, who was driving a 1993 Kawasaki 4x4, had become separated from her party and when she didn't show up at camp, a search was undertaken. She was located just after midnight."

Please support the legal advocacy fund IMBA Canada Ontario Rep Blog: All things IMBA Canada, ON

"About this time last year I spoke about the need to support IMBA Canada’s legal advocacy fund. Well I’m back roughly 12 months later to ask you once again for support. For a quick refresher from last years post go here."

niagara river recreational trail posts - Take Paws | Dog Time - Dog Blog Network

"I’m not sure if people think of Niagara Falls as a dog friendly destination … but it is. True, you’re not going to be able to bring Fido on the touristy stuff you did on your honeymoon (walking Cave of the Winds, riding Maid of the Mist, or ascending Skylon Tower). However, there is so much more to Niagara Falls. Victoria Park, which runs along the Niagara Parkway opposite the falls, is beautiful and dog friendly. Have you been to the Whirlpool, the Floral Clock, or the Botanical Gardens? All are pet friendly. And encompassing all of these attractions is the 35-mile Niagara River Recreational Trail, a paved path starting at Fort George on Lake Ontario and running south to Fort Erie on Lake Erie."

Ontario, Saugeen River Country, Saugeen shores - Kayak, Canoe route

"The Rankin River below Boat Lake is impassable. We suggest that you do not paddle it at this time.

The Rankin River canoe route travels from Sky Lake to Sauble Falls, a distance of 18 km with a travel time of 5-7 hours. (Please note: these times are typical for mid-summer. Actual time may vary depending on the ability of the paddler and water conditions.) Campsites at Sauble Falls Provincial Park are easily accessible or book space at one of the private campgrounds located close to the canoe route.

Paddle the Rankin all in one trip or break it down into three shorter trips...whichever route suits!"