Cycling map highlights city's hidden gems - St. Catharines Standard - Ontario, CA

"For more casual bikers, downtown cycling maps focus on strong points like heritage, shopping, arts and entertainment and nightlife.

The maps come with trail and road designations, bike shop locations and numerous bike repair kit locations provided by Canadian Tire.

Tour and Trail was produced by the city in partnership with the Niagara Agri-Tourism Centre based in Welland."

Camping | Algonquin Provincial Park | The Friends of Algonquin Park

"Camping is one of Algonquin Park visitor’s most popular activities. Camping opportunities are grouped into two main categories based upon the mode to transportation to get you to the camping location."

Rains keep rivers rolling - Owen Sound Sun Times - Ontario, CA

"July rainfall has pushed watersheds in the Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority to 'unprecedented' levels for midsummer.

Rivers and streams in the Grey Sauble authority's jurisdiction are also above average for July. Lake Huron and Georgian Bay are up by five centimetres -- from 176.24 metres above sea level to 176.29 m."

OTC says - watch yourself on trails near rivers.

BioOne Online Journals - Effects of Recreational Trails on Northern Cardinals (Cardinalis cardinalis) in Forested Urban Parks

"Trail use was estimated using cameras at seven of 14 sites. Nest attendance was not related to distance to trail, nest height, or trail use. We found little evidence that daily nest survival rates were related to distance to trail, nest attendance, trail use, or site. Rather, daily nest survival was best explained by and positively related to nest height. Though vegetation characteristics in randomly-located plots were unrelated to distance from trail, nests closer to trails were surrounded by more small stems (8 cm), less native vegetation, and were placed at greater heights and farther from the foliage edge. Thus, birds may modify nest-site selection in relation to recreational trails."

Not motorized recreational trails.

Streetsville, Canada Hiking Attractions, Ontario Region

"Here are the top Streetsville hiking listings so you can find the best in Streetsville for your trip. Read these hiking reviews written by real travelers. You can narrow these results using the filters to the left."

For more trail all over Ontario go to: http://ontariotrails.on.ca

Horseback Riding

"Highview Farms features a scenic public Trail system on horseback; providing a pleasurable trail ride approximately one hour in length. Trails are supervised by experienced Trail Guides and may accommodate 8-10 riders per group. Experience is not necessary as riders are found suitable horses to best match their riding ability. Children must be 9 years of age to go out on the trail system, however pony rides are available for those young horse lovers under the age of 9yrs."

Welland Canal Trail Riding - GTA Motorcycle.com

"In spite of the rutted and washed out sections the trails have a lot of potential. If trespassing could be eliminated and the trails groomed smooth to flatten out the ruts these trail sections would make an excellent grand prix style track that run along a beautiful section of the canal. In fact, if the wide sections of land up to 100 metres across between the roads and bridges were groomed for this purpose there would be several tracks that could be used and enjoyed by riders of all skill levels."

Ontario Bicycle | Ontario Cyclist

"Having the proper road cycling jerseys will give you a more comfortable and therefore more enjoyable ride.

There are short sleeve and long sleeve for the cooler Ontario spring and fall. You also have a choice of zipper styles including half, full or just neckline."

Ontario, Canada, Releases 2010 Cyclocross Calendar : Cyclocross Magazine - CX News, Races, Photos, Videos

"For those of you north of the border (or interested in making a trek to a new race scene), the Ontario cyclocross calendar just came out."

Miskwamabi Lake Canoeing - Canoe Trips & Canoe Camping at Miskwamabi Lake, Ontario

"Welcome to Gordon's Guide to Miskwamabi Lake Canoeing. We have a listing of the finest Miskwamabi Lake canoeing, Miskwamabi Lake canoe trips, and canoe camping at Miskwamabi Lake, Ontario. All of the canoeing outfitters represented here have canoe camping trips at Miskwamabi Lake that fit all ages and interest levels."

City helps cyclists ease on down the road

"By diverting vehicles and non-local traffic away from bike routes to main boulevards and thoroughfares, the city hopes to ease the way for Vancouver's more reluctant or novice cyclists.

Five trial barriers that prevent all vehicles but bicycles from accessing neighbourhoods at specific intersections are designed to calm traffic on bike routes and change traffic patterns, said Lon LaClaire, a strategic transportation manager with the city."

Cycling Trails Ontario | Ontario Cyclist

"The ten best cycling trails Ontario"

Longest canoe race in Ontario set for Saturday - The North Bay Nugget - Ontario, CA

"Paddlers from across North America will gather at North Bay's Olmsted Beach on Trout Lake Saturday at 7:30 a.m. for the start of the longest canoe race in Ontario.

The 64-kilometre Mattawa River Canoe Race, presented by the North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority, traces the historic route of the voyageurs through lakes, rivers, fast water and several portages to Mattawa Island."

ontario bicycle accident insurance claims � Ottawa Personal Injury Lawyer, David Hollingsworth www.ottawainjury.ca

"Ottawa Bicycle Accidents-Cycling on roads meant for cars, trucks and other motorized vehicles can be a dangerous form of transportation. Incidents of late attest to this danger. But the good news is that bicycle accidents have gone down in line with the general drop in traffic deaths in Canada. That said, each year between 50 and 70 bicycle accidents occur where cyclists are killed in a car accident.

Statistically, a cyclist is safer than a motor vehicle driver or passenger — plus, cycling offers positive health and environmental benefits. Cycling is good for one’s health, improves one’s balance and co-ordination, helps with weight control, enhances one’s general well-being and promotes mental health."

Bike helmets mandatory under 18 - The Post - Ontario, CA

"The South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police would like to remind cyclists about the requirement to wear a helmet when riding. On Oct. 1, 1995, bike helmets became mandatory for riders under 18 to promote safe cycling.

The set fine for riding without a helmet under 18 years is $75. Cyclists over 18 years of age are encouraged to wear helmets for their own safety, but this is not required by law."

The Caledon Enterprise: Providing Local Community News for Caledon, Ontario 24/7

"2010 marks the sixth anniversary of Le Tour de Terra Cotta, the only European Style Road race held in Ontario. Three events are held on the scenic and challenging 9 km course in the hills of the Niagara Escarpment. The event continues to gain popularity every year since inception as the number of racers and spectators grow� – 600 riders are expected to participate this August. Although most participants come from the Golden Horseshoe, organizers have welcomed riders from across Canada and the United States, and as far as Italy. Created as a Citizen’s Race based on the vision of one man, his community, his cycling club and sanctioned by the Ontario Cycling Association, Le Tour De Terra Cotta is known for its uniqueness and is fast becoming a must attend event."

InsideHalton Article: Local man hospitalized following ATV accident

"A 28-year-old Burlington man is in Sudbury General Hospital with serious injuries following an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) accident in Ontario’s Near North region on Monday morning, according to Mattawa Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)."

Regional Round-Up - News - By EMC News Kemptville Local Community News

"Rideau Trail Association, Saturday, July 25, Canoe Crotch Lake. Meet at Conlon Farm, 9 a.m. Canoeing or hiking followed by a swim. Info: Linda (613)279-1109.

Rideau Trail Hiking Club, hike Murphy's Point Provincial Park, Sunday, August 1. Meet at Conlon Farm at 10 a.m. for a level 1, 5 km hike on the Point Trail to a secluded bay for a swim. Contact Dorothy Hudson (613)283-0332."

Huge regional exposure - Brockville Recorder and Times - Ontario, CA

"Today's (Thursday's) itinerary includes fishing, hiking and canoeing at Frontenac Provincial Park, followed by an evening show at either the Thousand Islands Playhouse or Brockville Arts Centre, said Ann Weir, United Counties of Leeds and Grenville economic development manager."

SummitPost - King Mountain & Robertson Lake Cliffs -- Climbing, Hiking & Mountaineering

"About 15 minutes north of Sault Sainte Marie, Ontario the Great Northern Highway makes a rather steep descent to the Goulais River Valley opening up a stunning panorama of Lake Superior and the highlands to the north. To the northeast from this vantage point one can’t help but notice an impressive cliff face rising directly from the opposite side of the valley. Above these cliffs stands a single peak which rises higher than any of its neighbors. The cliffs are those unofficially known as the Robertson Lake Cliffs, named for a neighboring body of water, while the peak rising above is that of King Mountain."