"Speaking just prior to the bog Chamber President Jim Taylor stated he and his committee were very pleased with how this year's Mania was proceeding and already calling it another success.
'We are really happy. We have a whole bunch of out of town people this year, people that haven't been here before. I think it's an indication that word is starting to spread throughout the area that its a pretty good event.' According to Taylor Mania weekend has grown every year since its inception yet on the other hand the number of local riders is still not where he would like it to be."
The Ontario Trails Council is a registered charity, led by volunteers who promote the development, management, use and conservation of Ontario's trails. You'll find everything from gentle walking trails to rock faces for climbing and water routes to canoe and kayak. Be sure to follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/OntarioTrails Donations and Memberships always appreciated! https://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/content/support/join-ontario-trails-council
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Canadian Canoe Routes • Lake Nogonosh Trip Report
"Also spent a night in a beautiful bay on a rocky point with diving rocks on 2 sides and a wonderful site in the pines that was literally carpeted with pine needles and no undergrowth - it was so wonderfully clean everywhere !"
Canoeroots Fall 2010 Issue….CBC Radio Show “Ontario Today”….Some Great Stuff On Canoeing/Wood Canvas Canoes � Reflections On The Outdoors Naturally
"So I just got the digital edition of Canoeroots…followed shortly by my printed version….this is a great magazine as usual….even the article by some guy on Tom Thomson’s canoe LOL LOL (yes, yours truly has an article entitled Canvas Covered Mystery: The Unknown Fate Of Thomson’s Canoe; this started from a number of blog entries on here)….despite some personal involvement (I was also quoted from the Canoeroots forum regarding last May’s CANOE 10/Sea Kayaking Symposium in Palmer Rapids), I really liked the whole issue"
Dubai Oasis - Hello From Toronto – A Bike Tour Through the Don Valley, Salsa on St. Clair and Sunnyside Beach
"Hello From Toronto – A Bike Tour Through the Don Valley, Salsa on St. Clair and Sunnyside Beach: "My summery biking adventures through Toronto continue. This morning I packed my backpack and as usual I entered the Taylor Creek Park system. Heading down into the lush green river valley that is fully closed in by trees and bushes on both sides is always such a great feeling, as if the big city was miles away. Yet, I was riding right in the middle of East Toronto, in the heart of Canada’s biggest population centre."
The Caledon Enterprise: Providing Local Community News for Caledon, Ontario 24/7
"It’s been a long ride for Judi Island who has become an accomplished rider since a motor vehicle accident 16 years ago when she suffered a C-3 spinal cord injury (Incomplete Quadriplegia) that left her paralyzed below the neck.
Told that she would never walk again, she left the hospital in a wheelchair after 12 months and turned to therapeutic riding to improve her strength and mobility.
After six years of commitment, determination and learning how to compensate for her limitations, she qualified for the Canadian Para Equestrian Team with her horse, Gitano, at the local Caledon CADORA shows."
Told that she would never walk again, she left the hospital in a wheelchair after 12 months and turned to therapeutic riding to improve her strength and mobility.
After six years of commitment, determination and learning how to compensate for her limitations, she qualified for the Canadian Para Equestrian Team with her horse, Gitano, at the local Caledon CADORA shows."
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
For wilderness adventures, check out Ontario's Killarney - Lifestyle - By John M. Smith Belleville Local Community News
"EMC Lifestyles - The picturesque little village of Killarney is located near the northeastern tip of Georgian Bay, so it's far enough away to give you the feeling of being 'away from it all' in a rugged wilderness setting, but without your having to spend a lot of vacation time getting there. In actuality, it's easily reached in a day, whether you take the most direct route north (via #400) or some less congested, more meandering way (via #12 or even through Algonquin Park). You'll eventually hook up with #69 north, heading toward Sudbury, but you'll veer off on #637 west (for 67 kilometres) to your destination."
Facebook | Pedal Your Arts: Tour du Village
"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. This bicycle tour (approximately 10km) explores a variety of visual arts offerings while enjoying this scenic village from the comfort of a bicycle seat. Anyone who can ride a bike can do this tour. Your hosts are experienced cyclists with intimate knowledge of the area and years of guiding practice. This is a full but relaxed day punctuated by good company, delightful artisans and outstanding food."
Carolinian Canada and Trails?
While the summer brings vacations and relaxation for many, our research interns are working hard to study the trails and stories of the Carolinian Canada coast. Samantha and Jennifer are reviewing which trails and sites of interest would allow residents and visitors to follow the story of our coastal wonders. Their comprehensive research isn't complete without your input however! Tell us the trails and sites along the coast that you would visit on a Lake Erie Coastal Trail -- and why. The coast is a Carolinian backyard to many, share your local gems and help contribute to their conservation!
Trail Tracks
Trail Tracks is the monthly e-Newsletter from American Trails. Check the topics below for links to the world's most comprehensive online source for planning, designing, building, funding, managing, enhancing, and supporting trails and greenways. We are celebrating National Recreation Trails this month. This year we are proud to announce the addition of 31 trails in 15 states to the National Trails System.
Grand Actions Newsletter
The link to view the July/August issue of Grand Actions is here:
http://www.grandriver.ca/GrandStrategy/2010_julyaug_grandactions.pdf
This issue is packed with information and stories related to the Grand River watershed and the work that is being carried out by the GRCA and its many partners. It features information about snapping turtles, fish hatcheries, American chestnut trees and upcoming events such as the Grand River Watershed Awards.
http://www.grandriver.ca/GrandStrategy/2010_julyaug_grandactions.pdf
This issue is packed with information and stories related to the Grand River watershed and the work that is being carried out by the GRCA and its many partners. It features information about snapping turtles, fish hatcheries, American chestnut trees and upcoming events such as the Grand River Watershed Awards.
LIO’s Roar: Providing One-Stop Access to Ontario Data | Articles - Publishing Titles | GeoPlace
"Ontario Trail Network
To support the Ministry of Health Promotion’s Ontario Trails Strategy, LIO is working with organizations across Ontario to collect trail information in a database called the Ontario Trail Network. LIO also works with trail users and managers to define data collection methods, standards and long-term data maintenance approaches."
Ontario Trails Council is pleased to be a key contributor to the basic resources that help to populate this important public information.
To support the Ministry of Health Promotion’s Ontario Trails Strategy, LIO is working with organizations across Ontario to collect trail information in a database called the Ontario Trail Network. LIO also works with trail users and managers to define data collection methods, standards and long-term data maintenance approaches."
Ontario Trails Council is pleased to be a key contributor to the basic resources that help to populate this important public information.
Adopt-a-Road Cleanup - June 2010 :: Eastern Ontario Trail Blazers
"EOTB has adopted 2 km of Hwy 508 leading into Munfords in Calabogie. We use this road so often on the way to so many trails and to camp, it only makes sense that we try to help keep it beautiful.
2 km doesn't sound like much but on a hot day, under attack by ants, wading through long grass, thistles and brush, it's a lot of work! In the end the work was done, both sides, and we followed up with lunch at Polly's Little Shanty in Calabogie.
The neighbours were happy to see us: one drove home and came back a few minutes later with tomato stakes primed with nails aka 'garbage sticks' to make it go a little quicker. Thanks!"
2 km doesn't sound like much but on a hot day, under attack by ants, wading through long grass, thistles and brush, it's a lot of work! In the end the work was done, both sides, and we followed up with lunch at Polly's Little Shanty in Calabogie.
The neighbours were happy to see us: one drove home and came back a few minutes later with tomato stakes primed with nails aka 'garbage sticks' to make it go a little quicker. Thanks!"
Toxic plant found growing in park
"City of Ottawa inspectors have discovered toxic giant hogweed in a city park and on private property.
Juices from the plant, which can grow to huge heights, can cause permanent blindness, burns and scarring.
A memo distributed to city council members on Tuesday said residents are warned to stay clear of the weeds at first and call 3-1-1 for more information."
Juices from the plant, which can grow to huge heights, can cause permanent blindness, burns and scarring.
A memo distributed to city council members on Tuesday said residents are warned to stay clear of the weeds at first and call 3-1-1 for more information."
PIC - Draft Heber Down Conservation Area Management plan
"The Central Lake Ontario Conservation (CLOCA) invites you to drop by a public information centre regarding the draft Heber Down Conservation Area Management Plan in Whitby. The public information centre will be held on Wednesday, July 21st from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the upper meeting room at Cullen Central Park, 300 Taunton Road West, Whitby, ON (Google Map).
'We would like to encourage the public and especially anyone that has visited Heber Down Conservation Area to come out, review the draft management plan and give us your comments,” states Jamie Davidson, Conservation Areas Planner with Central Lake Ontario Conservation. “With a beautiful creek, trails, pond and natural areas, Heber Down Conservation Area sees more than 30,000 visitors annually. Started in 2007, this Management Plan will be a guiding document for the future management of the conservation area for the next decade and beyond.”"
'We would like to encourage the public and especially anyone that has visited Heber Down Conservation Area to come out, review the draft management plan and give us your comments,” states Jamie Davidson, Conservation Areas Planner with Central Lake Ontario Conservation. “With a beautiful creek, trails, pond and natural areas, Heber Down Conservation Area sees more than 30,000 visitors annually. Started in 2007, this Management Plan will be a guiding document for the future management of the conservation area for the next decade and beyond.”"
2010 A.D. Latornell Conservation Symposium Newsletter
"Biodiversity is the rich mix of ecosystems and species found all across Ontario. Protecting biodiversity is important because our natural environment provides clean and sustainable water, good air quality, and supports a host of environment-related economic opportunities. With biodiversity as this year’s theme at the A.D. Latornell Conservation Symposium, we hope to stimulate thinking and see how, in Ontario, we can take actions that protect and promote important biodiversity."
NGOs – we & others Blog Archive North American Riding for the Handicapped Association NARHA
"NARHA, along with its dedicated members and volunteers, has been a pioneer in the field of EAAT, bringing the novel idea of therapeutic horseback riding to the United States from Europe in the middle of the twentieth century. Lis Hartel, an award-winning dressage rider from Denmark, is generally regarded as the impetus for the development of therapeutic riding in Europe. Despite being physically impaired by polio, Hartel took the silver medal in Grand Prix dressage at the 1952 Olympics in Helsinki, and medical and equine professionals around Europe soon began to implement programs for riding as a form of physical therapy.
Word of these events spread quickly to the United States and Canada, and therapeutic riding centers began opening in North America as well. Two of the first professional riding centers were the Community Association of Riding for the Disabled, founded by J.J. Bauer and Dr. R.E. Renaud in Toronto, Ontario; and the Cheff Center for the Handicapped, founded with the help of Lida McCowan in Augusta, Michigan."
Word of these events spread quickly to the United States and Canada, and therapeutic riding centers began opening in North America as well. Two of the first professional riding centers were the Community Association of Riding for the Disabled, founded by J.J. Bauer and Dr. R.E. Renaud in Toronto, Ontario; and the Cheff Center for the Handicapped, founded with the help of Lida McCowan in Augusta, Michigan."
Camp Big Canoe, Ontario | American River Rafting
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Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Tourism - Camping & Hiking Trails
"An extensive trail system traverses Oshawa through the Harmony Creek Valley and Lake Ontario waterfront, connecting the city by bike and walking trails. Used year-round for walking, cycling, jogging, fishing, bird-watching and cross-country skiing it is network worth exploring. Maps are available online free.
www.oshawa.ca/mun_res/trails.asp"
www.oshawa.ca/mun_res/trails.asp"
Muskoka's Second Annual Amazing Race - Eventbrite
"On August 14, 2010, Muskoka Trails Council is hosting Muskoka's Second Annual Amazing Race! This is the day when you could find new ways to appreciate Muskoka, new ways to challenge yourself, and find new ways to have fun! Expect a day that is not for the faint at heart, but for someone who loves a fun challenge!
VOLUNTEER SPOTS and SPONSORSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE
Contact Sandra Beausoleil for complete details.
email: info@muskokatrailscouncil.com or tel: 705-641-0562"
VOLUNTEER SPOTS and SPONSORSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE
Contact Sandra Beausoleil for complete details.
email: info@muskokatrailscouncil.com or tel: 705-641-0562"
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