Carolinian Canada looking for Interns

CCC is pleased to announce an exciting new partnership with University of Western Ontario Master's of Environment and Sustainability (UWO MES) Summer Co-op. In 2011, 3 new Carolinian Student Intern (CSI) Opportunities are available to Employers for summer interns (Masters level) to be cost-shared 50%.

University of Waterloo Faculty of Environment (UWFE) is a founding partner of this program and supports 3 interns for a total of 6 annually.

Wonderful Getaways Blogspot: Ontario hiking trails

"Ontario has a wide variety of trails for all levels of hikers. Those looking for a wilderness challenge will find it in the rugged wilderness..."

Ontario Trails Map

The Ontario Ecotourism Society: tOES Starts the New Year with fresh ideas on our board and with our members' packages

"The Ontario Ecotourism Society is celebrating the new year with fresh ideas and energy on our board of directors. To learn more about new board members, roles and the outcomes of our December 2010 Annual General Meeting, check out our news webpage."

Know the law and get trained before heading out on trails - News - By EMC News Perth Local Community News

"Compliant snowmobile operators must always have on their person or sled:

- Valid driver's licence (or if under age 16, a Snow Vehicle Operator's Licence),

- Proof of snowmobile ownership,

- Sled registration (including properly placed registration numbers and validation sticker on sled),

- Proof of sled insurance (pink slip),

- Approved snowmobile helmet (for each rider),

- 2011 Snowmobile Trail Permit (properly displayed on the sled) with permit receipt."

Ontario Snowmobile Smart

Outdoor Adventures on Georgian Bay, Ontario, Canada - Travel and Tourism Guide

"The North Channel is one of the most rugged places to kayak in Ontario.  Twisting its way between Manitoulin Island and Lake Huron, the North Channel is the perfect location for a sea kayaking or paddling adventure filled with Island hoping, rocky shores and evening sunsets.   * Please note - this destination is for experienced paddlers only."

Ontario Canoe and Kayak Trails

Three of the Top Wilderness Canoeing Destinations

"The Minnesota Boundary Waters is a very large section of wilderness between Minnesota and Ontario and there is plenty of canoeing and kayaking to be experienced in this vast coniferous area. The Boundary Waters paddling experience will take you through numerous coves, bogs, and network of waterways within an area of boreal forests which is also popular for fishing and camping. The area is one of several distinct regions of Minnesota. In this region you’ll encounter true wilderness canoeing and camping as well as wildlife such as deer, black bear and the North American Moose."

Ontario Canoe and Kayak Trails

Ontario News North | Tag Archive | Ontario Conservation Officers Association

"As the 2010 hunting seasons draw to a close, the Ontario Conservation Officers Association (OCOA) would like to take this opportunity to thank the tens of thousands of responsible Ontario hunters who helped to make this a safe and enjoyable hunt."

Royal Botanical Gardens Hosts Back to Nature Event

I hope that you can join us for this special event on Friday, January 28 from 10 a.m. to noon. Not only will this morning mark the launch of the OTF-funded Back to Nature Network project, it will also celebrate the opening of RBG’s new family exhibition, Wild Music: Songs and Sounds of Life, and provide a sneak preview of the exhibit before its public opening on the 29th. It will also recognize new funding to support further work on the Cootes to Escarpment Parks System, a multi-partner greenspace protection initiative led by RBG.

Contact Barb McKean at: bmckean@rbg.ca

EDCO Presentation For EDCO Members Only!

Who: Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario)

What: Pre-Conference Workshop on FedDev Ontario

When: Tuesday February 1, 2011, 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Where: Ontario Investment and Trade Centre,
250 Yonge Street, 35th Floor, Toronto, Ontario M7A 2H1 - Galleria

Cost: No charge

Description of Session:

Join us for an introductory workshop to the new Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario), which was created as part of Canada's Economic Action Plan to support businesses and communities in southern Ontario.

This workshop will provide an overview of FedDev Ontario and a series of new initiatives designed to help create new opportunities, innovations and a stronger economy for southern Ontario, including the Applied Research and Commercialization Initiative, Technology Development Program, Graduate Enterprise Internship, Scientists and Engineers in Business, Investing in Business Innovation, Prosperity Initiative, and the Youth STEM Initiative.

YorkRegion Article: Georgina project expected for summer use

"Completion of the town’s touted Recreation Outdoor Campus will be “unavoidably” delayed by seven months, but the setback won’t affect use of its many facilities this summer, staff told council Monday night.
Despite the delay, the goal is to have all components of the ROC and multi-purpose trails complete by June 30 and ready for summer use, stated a report by manager of development and business services Brock McDonald.
A slow start by the contractor, necessary design changes, an unseasonably wet summer and early winter and the “sheer magnitude” of the ROC project are to blame for the setback, Mr. McDonald said."

Frontenac Biosphere to Host Learning Workshop

For information on a wide variety of trail events, workshops and seminars see:

Ontario Trails Events

International Biodiversity Day Notification

Hello friends and colleagues

Are you interested in participating in International Biodiversity Day? Some funding is available. Call for details

Barrie Martin
Chair
Biodiversity Education and Awareness Network
705-754-3436 (telephone/fax)
705-457-7557(cell)
http://www.biodiversityeducation.ca/

Off the beaten path - St. Thomas Times-Journal - Ontario, CA

"Brian Wilsdon is passionate about the joy he experiences after an exhilarating walk.

That's why on most weekends, friends and neighbours will likely find him on one of the many walks the Elgin Hiking Trail Club has planned for 2011.

Locations like the Dalewood Conservation Area, trails in and around Springwater Conservation Area, the Dutton Trans Canada Trail, Pinafore Park and Lake Margaret are where the walkers go to get their outdoor fix in St. Thomas-Elgin."

Ontario Hiking and Walking Trails

CottageCountryNow Article: Caution urged as ice fishing, snowmobiling season gets underway in the region

"HUNTSVILLE – Winter weather may not mean lake ice is safe, warn Ontario Provincial Police and the Ministry of Natural Resources.

Const. Lynda Cranney, Huntsville OPP media relations officer, said snowmobile operators should check trail statuses with the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs before heading out because some trails might be closed. Trails that travel across water bodies could be dangerous if the ice is not properly frozen, she said.

“A lot of them are not safe right now because of the warm weather we’ve had,” said Cranney of area lakes after a week of higher temperatures in the region. But she also said some areas such as the inlet at the Dwight beach freeze faster because of their location and depth. At the end of December, ice-fishing huts started popping up on top of watery ice in the area."

Ontario Trail Smart

MADD Canada & Canadian Council of Snowmobile Organizations: Keep the Booze Away Until Riding is Done for the Day | Benzinga.com

"OAKVILLE, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Jan. 12, 2011) - If you're hitting the trails this snowmobile season, the Canadian Council of Snowmobile Organizations and MADD Canada are urging you to drive sober.

The two organizations are teaming up to battle alcohol-related snowmobile fatalities and injuries with a National 'Zero Tolerance' Awareness Day on January 16, 2011. This fifth annual joint ride is the feature event of International Snowmobile Safety Week which is being held from January 16 - 22, 2011."

Ontario Trail Smart

SGB OPP Detachment among safest roads and trails in region - Midland Free Press - Ontario, CA

"North Simcoe residents are living in a community with very safe roads thanks to a strong and dedicated police presence.

According to Provincial Constable David Hobson Southern Georgian Bay Detachment OPP can boast some of the lowest stats across Central Region, for personal injury motor vehicle accidents (PI -MVA), property damage motor vehicle accidents (PD-MVA) and fatalities on roadways."

Baby It’s Cold Outside – Travel Magazines Have Winter Covered - thestar.com

"Tonya Williams leads friends Emma Manchester (centre) and Nicholas Cumming along the trails at Schneider's woods during an afternoon of cross country skiing at the popular property north of Waterloo, Ont. The latest batch of travel magazines have lots more winter ideas."

FYI: So does our website - Ontario Trails

Everyone encouraged to take a hike - Barry's Bay This Week - Ontario, CA

"The project is entitled 'Footprints in Time,' and will develop a template that can be used to create new trails or enhance existing ones, in an effort to draw more currently sedentary residents to get outdoors.
The impetus for the grant is the current state of inactivity among a large proportion of Renfrew County residents, especially young people.

Keetch presented statistics showing that more than 80 per cent of Canadian youth do not get the recommended amount of physical activity in a day, even with school activities. As a consequence, more than a quarter of young people have been found to be overweight or obese."

Ontario Hiking and Walking Trails

ATV recovered - Belleville Intelligencer - Ontario, CA

"An ATV four-wheeler, reported stolen New Year's eve from an Avondale Road address, was recovered by city police and two people arrested in its theft.

Last Friday afternoon, police were called to a report of 'two suspicious males pushing a yellow ATV on Maitland Drive.' Police on arrival saw the ATV travelling west on Maitland Drive with two passengers aboard. When police tried to pull it over, the driver of the ATV failed to stop for police and continued driving west on Roblin Road, said police."

Ontario ATV Trails

Bowmanville Harbour Conservation Area | real ontario travel - Tourism Business Listing

"Bowmanville Harbour provides hiking and biking trails and is located on Lake Ontario in the Municipality of Clarington. There is a boat launch, parking and nearby access to the waterfront."

Ontario Hiking Trails