SO...Outdoors Hiking Blog

"If your Southern Ontario outdoors adventures take you to the top of the Bruce Peninsula don't miss the chance to visit Singing Sands just south of Tobermory on the Lake Huron side. Just off of Hwy #6 this wonderful natural area maintained by Parks Canada located at the foot of Dorcas Bay has something for everyone. Small children will enjoy the sand beach and shallow water, while nature lovers will be treated to a variety of sights, sounds, and smells."

Seasonal Camping In Ontario | LIVESTRONG.COM

"Ontario is home to diverse landscapes, from the rocky lakes of the Canadian shield to the sand dunes of the Pinery Provincial Park or the social atmosphere of Sauble Beach. Whether car camping or backpacking, with family or friends, Ontario offers a campground for nearly every taste, no matter the season. Most campgrounds have electricity hookups and access to bathroom facilities."

Helmet laws ontario | The Cycle Shoppe – Toronto's #1 Cycle Shoppe for Bicycles and Accessories

"Although it is not mandatory for any person under the age of 18 to wear a cycling helmet, here at The Cycle Shoppe we firmly believe that a properly fitting helmet is the only protection we have while enjoying what we love"

Helmet laws ontario | The Cycle Shoppe – Toronto's #1 Cycle Shoppe for Bicycles and Accessories

"Although it is not mandatory for any person under the age of 18 to wear a cycling helmet, here at The Cycle Shoppe we firmly believe that a properly fitting helmet is the only protection we have while enjoying what we love"

Two Wheels in Transit Cycling Across Canada: Northwestern Ontario Provincial Parks....

"Obatanga Provincial Park

We had the day off today waiting for the 'new crew members' to arrive...and maybe to rest a little too!

Northwestern Ontario has some of the nicest Provincial Parks we have ever visited. Sioux Narrows and Caliper Lake on Hwy 71 are both remote parks with lots of fishing (if you are into that) and hiking opportunities. Quetico, with its huge wilderness area, is ideal for the launching of outback canoe trips. Neys and Rainbow Falls make it easy to connect to the 56 km hiking trail, The Casque Isles Trail, along the shores of Lake Superior from Terrace Bay to Rossport. White Lake is perfect for canoeing and Obatanga, with its 32 lakes, is the ideal setting to do wilderness canoe trips. All of these parks have amazing campgrounds that are 'anything but busy'. And we have had the pleasure to camp in each one with the exception of Quetico! Another area that is a 'must visit' for us at a future date! The one negative has been the boil water order at Sioux Narrows, White Lake and again at Obatanga. This is something that the Provincial Government needs to address quickly and not as the Notices say 'sometime in the future filters will be installed to rectify the problem'. Knowing the speed with which things are done by the government this could be indefinately!!!"

Ontario Parks events

"Creature Quest – Animal Shows for People of All Ages Fall in love with some of the coolest animals from around the globe. From fuzzy to slimy, all animals play an important role in our world. Come out and learn about them and maybe get to hold a few. Bring your camera to capture all the fun! Location: Resource Centre, 5 - 8pm"

Ontario Parks events

"Creature Quest – Animal Shows for People of All Ages Fall in love with some of the coolest animals from around the globe. From fuzzy to slimy, all animals play an important role in our world. Come out and learn about them and maybe get to hold a few. Bring your camera to capture all the fun! Location: Resource Centre, 5 - 8pm"

YouTube - Cycle touring - Toronto to Niagara Falls

"Cycling from Toronto to Niagara Falls in one day, 160KM."

New paddling club in Peterborough promoting active lifestyle - Peterborough Examiner - Ontario, CA

"Organizers are hoping a new paddling club in Peterborough is absorbed by the community.

With a combined effort by Wild Rock Outfitters and the Canadian Canoe Museum and involving groups like the Kawartha White Water Paddling Club, the Peterborough Paddling Club, primarily for canoeists and kayakers, was formed."

The Nature Conservancy of Canada: Partners celebrate land protection in Essex region

"Public and private partners today announced the protection of 317 acres (128 hectares) of wetland and woodland habitat in Essex Region, just west of Kingsville. The Essex Region Conservation Authority (ERCA), the Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC), the Government of Canada, the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) and Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) were all on hand to celebrate this significant achievement."

No fish tale: Lost in the Ontario wilderness | cleveland.com

"Chip Tighe of Highland Heights and two fishing friends made the journey to Ontario's Tornados Lodge to fish on Lake Arthur a couple of weeks ago with two goals in mind. Catch big northern pike and don't get lost."

Trailhead Ontario - great success

Thanks to Minister Margarett Best for setting the tone to our annual event Trailhead Ontario. Her opening remarks set the stage for a productive, cohesive, energetic and highly successful trails symposium. For this and many other reasons, we express our heartfelt thanks to the Minister and all the hard working staff at Ontario's Ministry of Health Promotion.

OPP investigate stolen ATV - The North Bay Nugget - Ontario, CA

"Ontario Provincial Police is investigation the theft of an All-Terrain Vehicle taken sometime between June 4 and June 7 from a residence on Lily Street in Mattawa.
The ATV is described as a lime green 2006 Artic Cat, 500 cc. If you have any information, please contact the Mattawa OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or if you wish to remain anonymous, the Near North Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477."

CBC News - Ottawa - Ottawa sidewalk cyclists face fines

"Cyclists who zip down Ottawa sidewalks, dodging pedestrians, could face tickets and fines.

Ottawa police launched a two-day cycling blitz Thursday in the Uppertown neighbourhood aimed at teaching cyclists about the rules of the road and enforcing those rules — including a ban on sidewalk riding."

Hard work pays off in scenic walking trail - Brantford Expositor - Ontario, CA

"It's taken years of planning and countless volunteer hours but the end result has been worth all of the effort.

The Waterford Heritage Trail stretches 6.2 kilometres from Concession 13, at the outskirts of Simcoe, to Thompson Road (Concession 9) in Waterford. This non-motorized, multipurpose nature trail is accessible for use year-round and provides bikers, hikers and cross-country skiers a beautiful and scenic corridor for their enjoyment."

Trailsnorth.info,the complete site in North Bay and surrounding Area

"North Bay Ontario, is situated 3 1/2 hours north of Toronto on Highway 11 North and 4 hrs. west of Ottawa on Highway 17. Sitting on the crossroads of the main Trans Canada Highways, our city is also known as the 'Gateway to the North.' We are the only 'dedicated' site to hiking trails in this city and surrounding area. We hope to provide accurate information on all the trails listed, with easy to follow directions, making it easy for newcomers and visitors to our area to find their way to the trail heads."

Horse-Canada.com | Your Horse Source | Archives � Toronto Saddles Up for 2nd Annual Horse Day

"Come out and celebrate the 2nd Annual Toronto Horse Day which is taking place on June 12, 2010 at the Horse Palace, Exhbition Place, Toronto, ON.

The Ontario Equestrian Federation (OEF), the Riding Academy at the Horse Palace, Greenhawk Harness and Equestrian Supplies, Agribrands Purina, Equine Guelph/EquiMania and the Toronto Police Services Mounted Unit are hosting a FREE family horse camp at the Horse Palace, Exhibition Grounds from 11:00am to 4:00pm. People of all ages will have the opportunity to learn, hands on, the basics of horsemanship through a fun and interactive program and have the opportunity to meet some of the Toronto Police Mounted Unit horses and officers, plus much, much more!"

Shewfelt talks nutrient management at Great Lakes Summit - Goderich Signal-Star - Ontario, CA

"The Great Lakes require great cooperation and Goderich Mayor Deb Shewfelt is hoping to engage the Ontario's Great Lakes communities to promote and protect their waters. Shewfelt is recently returned from the Great Lakes Summit in Toronto, June 1.
'We want to look at the lake from Sarnia to Tobermory,' he said. 'Get everyone involved.'"

Green Volunteer Opportunities � Bike Buddies, volunteer, Evergreen Brick Works, Toronto ON

"Remember when you first learned to ride a bike? Bike Buddies will encourage and support young new cyclists at our Green City Adventure Day Camp as they explore Toronto's trails and streets on two wheels. During group rides, bike buddies will help to ensure that campers have a safe and successful cycling experience as they explore nature in the city."

Trail Systems

"Lennox & Addington has the ideal terrain for all types of activities, whether it’s walking, hiking, biking, snowmobiling, ATVing, or motorcycling. There are many clubs and organizations in our County that partake in these great activities on a regular basis. See below for some great ways to get active in L&A."