"Midland, ON - For those individuals who love to take advantage of the crisp cold air of winter, Wye Marsh offers a unique setting through our woodlands for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. With 25km of track-set trails
skiers of all levels can enjoy wonderful trails while being immersed in some of the areas nicest scenery. Snowshoeing
enthusiasts can experience the varied terrain found on our new Graham MacDonald Snowshoe Trail which leads di-rectly to a breathtaking clearing at Freshets Creek. Bring your own equipment or rent ours. Wye Marsh has trails you’ll want to experience again and again."
Click the link for a more complete listing of cross-country ski trails
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
Saturday, January 1, 2011
County needs more snow before trails open - Minden Times - Ontario, CA
"Haliburton County's snowmobile trails remain closed, but that should change soon, hopefully, the president of the Haliburton County Snowmobile Association says.
Scott Doan says the county needs another six inches of snow before the trails will open.
'With the weather we've been having, everything is closed,' Doan said late last week.
The Haliburton County Rail Trail had been open to snowmobilers before last week's warm weather hit and the association has been out on the trails with its grooming equipment for some time."
Scott Doan says the county needs another six inches of snow before the trails will open.
'With the weather we've been having, everything is closed,' Doan said late last week.
The Haliburton County Rail Trail had been open to snowmobilers before last week's warm weather hit and the association has been out on the trails with its grooming equipment for some time."
Friday, December 31, 2010
Cycle Toronto: Notice of Public Consultation: Sharrow Evaluation Report
"A public meeting to discuss rush hour sharrows is coming up on Thursday January 20, 2011 at City Hall. This is an open meeting to learn more about the trial project that put sharrows on College St. for use during rush hour when car parking is not allowed. Click here for more information and details about time and place."
Trailblazing ladies - The Barrie Examiner - Ontario, CA
"The last bastion of male bonding on the trails has hit a snag. Women are taking over the sport of snowmobiling.
Twenty years ago, Jody Sutton remembers riding on the back of her husband's sled as they whipped through the countryside.
'Now, women come in to buy their own sleds,' said the customer service representative at St. Onge Recreation on Hart Drive. 'Or they'll buy two: one for her and one for her husband.'"
Twenty years ago, Jody Sutton remembers riding on the back of her husband's sled as they whipped through the countryside.
'Now, women come in to buy their own sleds,' said the customer service representative at St. Onge Recreation on Hart Drive. 'Or they'll buy two: one for her and one for her husband.'"
E-notes of the Toronto Bruce Trail Club
An opportunity to keep that New Year resolution to get more exercise, and walk off some of the excess of the night before! (Note the late start time.) Join us for the annual loop hike around the many paths and trails in the conservation area. Dogs permitted, but must be leashed. After the hike those who want to can repair to the Mohawk Inn for some of their delicious hot chocolate. We will have earned it.
Earthroots
"Everyone at Earthroots would like to thank our supporters, volunteers, activists and allies as we look back at some of the things we have accomplished together in 2010, and look forward to the work we have ahead in 2011.
If you haven't given recently, please consider making a charitable contribution through the secure services of CanadaHelps. Your renewed support will help Earthroots achieve new victories in wilderness, wildlife and watershed protection in the coming year."
If you haven't given recently, please consider making a charitable contribution through the secure services of CanadaHelps. Your renewed support will help Earthroots achieve new victories in wilderness, wildlife and watershed protection in the coming year."
CTV Southwestern Ontario - Snowmobile trails closed due to warm weather - CTV News
"Milder weather swept through Southwestern Ontario on Friday, and with it, a warning for snowmobilers. All trails south of Barrie have closed, including those in Kitchener-Waterloo.
Anyone heading out should consult the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Club's website for closure information.
Riding on a closed trail could cause snowmobile damage or personal injury."
See OFSC Interactive Guide
Anyone heading out should consult the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Club's website for closure information.
Riding on a closed trail could cause snowmobile damage or personal injury."
See OFSC Interactive Guide
Ontario Trails Blog now connected to Twitter
Just in case you aren't following us on twitter - we're active.
ATV crash victim remains in hospital: cousin - The Cornwall Standard Freeholder - Ontario, CA
"CORNWALL -- Scott Waldrif, a 25-year-old man whose ATV hit a tree on Friday, Dec. 17, is 'progressing every day,' says his cousin, Keith Waldrif.
'He's a lucky boy,' said Keith on Friday, Dec. 31. 'As far as I know, he is progressing every day.'
Scott Waldrif was found by Ontario Provincial Police officers around 2 a.m. on Dec. 17 on a trail in South Glengarry. He was brought to the Ottawa Civic Hospital for treatment."
We suggest all read: ATV Smart
'He's a lucky boy,' said Keith on Friday, Dec. 31. 'As far as I know, he is progressing every day.'
Scott Waldrif was found by Ontario Provincial Police officers around 2 a.m. on Dec. 17 on a trail in South Glengarry. He was brought to the Ottawa Civic Hospital for treatment."
We suggest all read: ATV Smart
Reflectons on the Outdoors- Happy New Year
For me this has been a year of rediscovery for the most part....a rediscovery of things that are important to me....particularly the outdoors....and especially the canoe. Over the past 12 months, I have reflected often on this blog about such things....I've seen this blog grow from a mere 216 views in the first month to over 3,700 this past month.....the highest number for a single day has been 273 back in October....and nearly 30.000 have viewed this blog.
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Trailblazing ladies - The Barrie Examiner - Ontario, CA
"The last bastion of male bonding on the trails has hit a snag.
Women are taking over the sport of snowmobiling.
Twenty years ago, Jody Sutton remembers riding on the back of her husband's sled as they whipped through the countryside.
'Now, women come in to buy their own sleds,' said the customer service representative at St. Onge Recreation on Hart Drive. 'Or they'll buy two: one for her and one for her husband.'"
Women are taking over the sport of snowmobiling.
Twenty years ago, Jody Sutton remembers riding on the back of her husband's sled as they whipped through the countryside.
'Now, women come in to buy their own sleds,' said the customer service representative at St. Onge Recreation on Hart Drive. 'Or they'll buy two: one for her and one for her husband.'"
Local skiers making tracks - Tillsonburg News - Ontario, CA
"A bumper crop of snow has been a boon for local cross-country skiers. Conditions have been excellent – so far – in the Tillsonburg area.
'Probably the best we've seen since we started this (Ski for Life)… especially around Tillsonburg,' said cross-country skiing instructor Dan Mahony, who founded Ski for Life in 1998."
For a full list of trails see; Ontario Trails Map South Western Ontario
'Probably the best we've seen since we started this (Ski for Life)… especially around Tillsonburg,' said cross-country skiing instructor Dan Mahony, who founded Ski for Life in 1998."
For a full list of trails see; Ontario Trails Map South Western Ontario
Twitter / @Conservation Ontario: Happy #ecomonday! #StepInt ...
"Happy #ecomonday! #StepIntoNature at one of Ontario's 250 Conservation Areas! http://bit.ly/6uamg8"
Check out a trail any day: Ontario Trails
Check out a trail any day: Ontario Trails
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Police briefs | London | News | London Free Press
"Huron OPP also advise that snowmobile trails may be closed for the weekend due to warmer temperatures predicted for this weekend With the ground not frozen and the snow insulating it, the trails are melting from the ground up. It is an offence to drive on a closed trail so check the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs for trail conditions prior to heading out. www.ofsc.on.ca"
City of Toronto: Cycling in Toronto - Bicycle Licensing
"On May 20, 1935 the City of Toronto passed a bylaw to license residents owning and using bicycles on the highways of the City.
The licensing process was quite complicated. Cyclists had to apply for a license through City Hall. Then the cyclist was required to go to a police station and have a police officer inspect the bicycle and fill out paperwork. That paper work was returned to City Hall and a license was granted. The cyclists then had to return a duplicate license to the same Police Inspector where the bicycle was examined. Then a metal plate was issued for the year and affixed to the mudguard of the bike"
The licensing process was quite complicated. Cyclists had to apply for a license through City Hall. Then the cyclist was required to go to a police station and have a police officer inspect the bicycle and fill out paperwork. That paper work was returned to City Hall and a license was granted. The cyclists then had to return a duplicate license to the same Police Inspector where the bicycle was examined. Then a metal plate was issued for the year and affixed to the mudguard of the bike"
CTV Southwestern Ontario - OPP, GRCA warning people about thin ice - CTV News
"Police and conservation authorities are warning local residents that a lot of the ice on lakes, rivers and ponds around Ontario isn't safe yet.
Ice does not freeze at a uniform thickness across most lakes and rivers and authorities say near-shore ice is often much thicker and safer than ice further out.
The OPP say snowmobilers should keep off lakes and rivers until at least 20 centimetres of clear blue ice has formed."
Ice does not freeze at a uniform thickness across most lakes and rivers and authorities say near-shore ice is often much thicker and safer than ice further out.
The OPP say snowmobilers should keep off lakes and rivers until at least 20 centimetres of clear blue ice has formed."
Terrace Standard - Walker’s best friend is a snowmobile
"Snowmobiles have their place and their uses – rescuing stranded motorists from their snow bound vehicles on Ontario’s Highway 40l; hauling feed to two starving horses abandoned by their owner in a remote area of Mount Renshaw near McBride in 2008; and breaking trail for dog walkers across windswept fields after a week of heavy snowfall when low temperatures have created a crust offering all the traction of goose grease."
New Hamburg Trails Open, Nottttt!!!!! - Ontario Conditions
"by the amount of traffic on some of the trails in New Hamburg you might think they are open but they are not...even with trail closed signs up people still just ride right through.....and we wonder why landowners get kicked off and trails keep closing"
Please ride responsibly and stay off unopened trails - OTC
Please ride responsibly and stay off unopened trails - OTC
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