Following the paper trail - Winnipeg Free Press

"Ten years later, a more realistic trail-completion effort is underway with the help of actual dollars to aug ment the Herculean efforts of volun teer trail groups.
Thanks to money that became avail able as part of the federal infrastruc ture- stimulus program, the Manitoba Recreational Trails Association, the provincial NDP government and the Conservatives in Ottawa are spending $4.3 million to ensure the eastern most leg of the Trans Canada Trail in Manitoba is something wilderness lovers and outdoor-recreation types will actually use."

Same is true in Ontario, that's why we are re-printing your article. Thanks

Numbers soar for kayak event - Timmins Daily Press - Ontario, CA

"With 130 people registered for this weekend's Great Canadian Kayak Challenge, paddlers from the area and around the world will face some stiff competition.

'Registration is not only up this year, but its encouraging to see a huge amount of support coming from outside the community,' said steering committee member Guy Lamarche."

www.tonyclement.ca - MP Tony Clement Presents G8 canoe to Camp Oochigeas

"As a part of the G8 spousal program, boat builder Pam Wedd from Bearwood Canoe Company taught the G8 spouses to make ribbed canoes. The spouses then signed the two canoes to be donated to local children’s camps that cater to children with special needs. The recipients of these special canoes are Camp Oochigeas in Rosseau, Ontario and Camp Huronda in Huntsville, Ontario."

25th Annual Trail Trot - Sault Ste. Marie, Northern Ontario

"The 25th annual Trail Trot will take place at Hiawatha Highlands on Sunday, September 26, 2010. Walk or run on the scenic cross country ski trails at Hiawatha Highlands. The 2km trail is mainly flat with one gradual hill. The 5k and 10km routes include many more challenging hills on the Crystal trail system. There will be one water station midway trhough the 5km and 10km trail. Water and Gatorade will be available at the finish line. Post race refreshments and snacks also will be available near the finish line. The Start/Finish line is at the baseball diamond at Kinsmen Park."

Sault Ste. Marie Green Pages on SooToday.com

"The award-winning Bike Train Initiative arrived today in Muskoka.

The Bike Train provides a green travel option for those wishing to explore Muskoka on two wheels."

City to extend Pace Way - The North Bay Nugget - Ontario, CA

"The city is moving ahead with its plan to extend the Kate Pace Way along Booth Road.

Council approved $1.3 million in spending Monday for work to get underway in a matter of weeks. The project, which will extend the popular recreational trail from Marshall Avenue along Booth Road to Lakeshore Drive, was originally expected to include milling and resurfacing of Booth Road between Birchs Road and Lakeshore. But costs were higher than anticipated after tenders were received."

Administrative assistant, Parry Sound, Ontario, Ontario Trails Council

"Ontario Trails Council; www.ontariotrails.on.ca
is looking for an Administrative assistant (Partnership Coordinator)in Parry Sound, Ontario beginning Tuesday, 12th October"

OFTR - The Ontario Federation of Trail Riders

"'COHV and its partners were pleased to learn that this first report confirms what ORV riders already know -- that being out on the trails is not only fun but contributes to individual and family well-being and physical fitness,' stated Bob Ramsay President of the MMIC. 'This ground breaking, first ever comprehensive, scientific probe of the fitness and health benefits of ATV and ORM recreational riding proves that riding creates sufficient opportunity to stimulate changes in aerobic fitness and falls within the physical activity guidelines of both Health Canada and the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM).'"

Golden Trails Festival great - Timmins Daily Press - Ontario, CA

"I wanted to write to extend a big thank you to the organizers, officials, sponsors and volunteers of the Timmins Golden Trails Festival held on Aug. 22.

As a local runner, I appreciate the numerous hours and financial contributions that these folks made which resulted in such a successful event."

Green / Environmental Event: Tour de Greenbelt 2010

"Come enjoy Tour de Greenbelt 2010!
Visit www.tourdegreenbelt.ca for more information and to register."

The Results Are in! Off-Road Vehicle Riding is Good for Your Body and Soul | SYS-CON MEDIA

"Jamie Burr, York University, Faculty of Health concluded, 'On the basis of the measured metabolic demands, evidence of muscular strength requirements, and the associated caloric expenditures with off-road vehicle riding, this alternative form of activity conforms to the recommended physical activity guidelines and can be effective for achieving beneficial changes in health and fitness.' Jamie further added, 'Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) riding is similar in aerobic demand to many other recreational, self-paced, sporting activities such as golf, rock climbing and alpine skiing.'"

Good news to have science behind long-standing statements from enthusiasts and industry.

Adventures in the Ontario backwoods - Welland Tribune - Ontario, CA

"But what he got was a bunch of ladies calling in to say how swell the toe massages were at this 'camping resort' 'up there' in the Muskokas, and one guy calling in to say that he and his wife used to take these wonderful canoe trips into Killarney Provincial Park and last summer she dragged him off to one of these luxury camping resorts, and now he's looking for some kind of compromise because she thought all the pampering was terrific but he liked it a lot better back there in the canoe."

JUST ANOTHER OUTDOOR PAGE: Ontario Rock Climbing & Bouldering

"Being from Ontario, I only started climbing there the last year and a half I lived there. I didnt get the chance to visit many of the areas that I'm going to include here, but they all seem to have something to offer. From the Niagara Glen to Bon Echo to Mt.Nemo, there is enough established here to keep a climber busy for some time."

Outdoor education centre proposed for Shaw Woods - The Daily Observer - Ontario, CA

"The Shaw Woods will become the centre of an exciting venture in outdoor education, under a proposal presented to Renfrew County council on Wednesday.

Members of the Renfrew County Stewardship Program and the Shaw family of lumbering fame, appeared before council to talk about the launch of the Shaw Woods Outdoor Education Centre."

We believe this type of learning experience caters to students of all abilities - a truly universal program.

Woodstock Fall Fair one of Ontario’s oldest – CANOE

"Woodstock Fall Fair one of Ontario's oldest CANOE As part of the fair's tradition as a kind of harvest festival, the Mutual and Market buildings will play host to the annual homecraft competitions , … and more"

August 2010 Newsletter - GTA Greenbelt

"Cycling in fresh open spaces, along vast green trails, through farmlands, in vineyards and past waterfalls is a change from the everyday. Its also the perfect opportunity for end-of-summer fun with the whole family at the upcoming Tour de Greenbelt."

Horses Come to Horseshoe!

"Horseshoe Resort is pleased to announce the latest addition to its stable of exhilarating year-round outdoor activities: horseback riding."

Congratulations we hope that this introduces riding to a whole new group of outdoor enthusiasts.

What's the point of cycling restriction? - The Whig Standard - Ontario, CA

"My family has been enjoying Lemoine Point for many years now, mostly on foot. We have also contributed financially to the Cataraqui Region Conservation Authority. Recently, our youngest son has used its trails to learn to ride his bicycle, and I have frequently wheeled through on my bicycle, refreshing myself on the way to other places.


I was shocked, dismayed and angered over the sudden restriction of cycling at Lemoine Point, which I discovered recently."

Trail to continue on waterfront - The Sault Star - Ontario, CA

"A lease agreement has been reached between the city and the board of the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre for the continuation of the waterfront Hub Trail.

In July, council approved the contract for the continuation of the Hub Trail from the existing Clergue Park waterfront path, along the southern side of Bay Street to lower Pim Street."

Way to go - SSM!

Gayapolis News - Ontario's Buckhorn & The Kawartha Lakes Region

"We invite you to discover the beauty of Buckhorn and its surrounding area, there are few places in Canada as visually stunning as the Kawartha Lakes area with open spaces, waterways and and abundance of birds and wildlife, with many unusual geographical features."