Local trails in good shape - The Orillia Packet & Times - Ontario, CA

"Thanks to the weekend's heavy snowfall, the Orillia District Snowmobile Club is hoping to have most of their trails officially opened some time Monday or Tuesday.

'We had a good trail base before Christmas,' John Britten, president of the local snowmobiling club, said Sunday. 'We were open and some of our trails were on a limited basis. But, of course, the rain New Year's Day and the day before, just wiped us out. We just needed the snow. This was the first snow this area has had.'"

Snowmobile Trail Officer Patrol or STOP is unveiled - Provincial - News Centre - CD98.9

"If you happen to take a snowmobile run this week -- you could be in for a bit of a surprise. New look patrol officers will be out on the trails -- as O-P-P and the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs have unveilled STOP. That's Snowmobile Trail Officer Patrol. Thats' the new logo that will be sported by volunteer officers on the trails. The new look has been released to coincide with Snowmobile Safety Week which runs until Saturday."

Winter cycling requires warm gear and the right tires - Peterborough Examiner - Ontario, CA

"I was chatting a good friend of mine in Ottawa on Saturday evening and not far into the conversation we both proclaimed our boredom and disgust at having no plans for the night. Thirty minutes later I found myself on the road to Ottawa for a night out on the town -- boredom no more!

What I like about Ottawa is that despite its large size and its status as the nation's capital, the downtown really feels very much like a small town. You don't hear horns honking at every opportunity like in Toronto, and people seem to move at a slower pace."

ParticipACTION - Official Blog: XC skiing: If you’re looking for a full-body workout, look no further

"I recently enjoyed a morning of XC skiing at Scenic Caves Nordic Centre, near Collingwood, Ontario. Fresh air and exercise are a wonderful combination!

The mental and de-stressing benefits of physical activity in the great outdoors are well documented and when it comes to a full body form of exercise, XC skiing is hard to beat."

Ontario Cross Country Skiing Trails

Safety reminder issued for trail fun | The Chronicle-Journal

"During Provincial Snowmobile Safety Week, which begins today, snowmobilers are reminded that they can help make trails safer this winter by following a few simple rules.
The Ministry of Transportation and Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs recommend that snowmobilers: obey trail rules and respect posted speed limits; don’t drink and ride; stay on marked trails; check local ice conditions and the weather forecast before heading out; ride according to trail and weather conditions; avoid travelling on unmarked frozen lakes and rivers; ride with caution at night; wear an approved snowmobile helmet and buoyant snowmobile suit; pack a survival kit; never snowmobile alone; and tell someone where you are going, what route you will take and when you plan to return."

Horseback Riding Lessons - Windsor, Ontario - Education, training, lessons, Windsor, Ontario - 452504

"Private riding lessons with qualified instructor in western disciplines. Trail rides available throughout the winter season. All ages, all levels are welcome.

I can provide half hour lessons for $20 and hour lessons for $25

Located in Amherstburg area, just outside of Windsor on County Rd.9
Closest to Harrow, Windsor, and Cholchester.

Please contact me for further details."

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GuelphMercury.com - Travel - Travel: Winter getaway in Bruce County

GuelphMercury.com - Travel - Travel: Winter getaway in Bruce County: "KINCARDINE — Right off the bat, I break the two golden rules of dogsledding.

Hardly 100 metres onto the winter forest trail in Ontario’s Bruce County, I ricochet off a couple of trees, lose control, topple and let go of the sled.

This is when Victor Hutter’s preliminary words of advice ring again in my ear:

“There’s really only two rules for dogsledding — never let go and don’t run into anything.”

It’s as if Hutter, owner of the Tokamak Kennel in Kincardine, anticipated my double faux pas. And as if the dogs anticipated it as well."

Bruce County Trails

Writing With a Paddle-Canoeroots Magazine | Canadian Canoes, Canoeing Country, River Trips, Canoe Camping, Fishing

"2011 Jack Matthews Fellow and award-winning Canadian author Nicolas Dickner presents 'Writing with a Paddle', an evening of thought-provoking discussion about Canadian canoeing legend Bill Mason at the Canadian Canoe Museum."

Ontario Canoe and Kayak Trails

Family Snowshoeing @ Longwoods Road Conservation Area - Ontario Agriculture

"Enjoy the tradition of snowshoeing in Middlesex County. Meet at the Longwoods Road Conversation Area at the log cabins for instruction and guided hikes on traditional wood and rawhide snowshoes.  No reservations required."

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Try snowmobiling in Ontario | Ontario | Travel | Toronto Sun

"And, if you try it, you'll probably like it, the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs finds.

The federation's 'Go Snowmobiling Give It a Try Tour' over three upcoming weekends provides an opportunity to try out the sport and sample trail riding -- at no cost.

'Our research suggests that most people would love to try snowmobiling but have never had a chance,' said Ron Purchase, federation director of strategic development."

Ontario Snowmobile Trails

World-class snowshoeing available just across Canadian border at Stokely Creek | MLive.com

"GOULAIS RIVER, Ontario -- For more than two decades, winter enthusiasts have crossed the Mighty Mac and that “other” bridge into Canada, to find some of North America’s best Nordic skiing right outside Michigan’s back door.

But many are now discovering the newest treasure here: world-class snowshoeing at Stokely Creek, just north of the Canadian Sault."

Ontario Snowshoe Trails

Escape to Ontario - Northwestern Ontario Come Out and Play

Escape to Ontario - Nothwestern Ontario Come Out and Play

Northwestern Ontario Trails

Sudbury Star/BAM's Tours outdoor photo contest winner - The Sudbury Star - Ontario, CA

"Sudbury's Wally Bilyj is this week's Sudbury Star outdoors photo contest winner. 'Each year, I put out bird feeders in by backyard to help the birds through winter,' Bilyj wrote. 'This year was the first year that I put out feeders for niger seed, and as you can see, the results are remarkable. The redpoles have really taken a liking to it.' Bilyj wins a free ice hut adventure for a day from Bam's Tours for submitting the winning entry."

Got photos? Send your outdoor trail photos to Ontario Trails Flickr Account

Cycle Toronto: Biking is Cool

"My partner recently found this cool site that posts pictures of famous people riding bikes. It's called Rides a Bike."

Ontario Cycling Trails

Legislative Assembly of Ontario | Bills & Lawmaking | Past & Present | 37:2 Bill 12, Horse Riding Safety Act, 2001

Just a reminder that all recreational groups are bound by good and safe practices and expectations, in law or by their use group.

Ontario Equestrian Trails

Ottawa's air among Ontario's cleanest | OttawaStart.com

"The City of Ottawa welcomes the results of an air quality report released today that finds Ottawa’s air is the purest of all southern Ontario cities.
“Even though our City is blanketed in white snow, this is another example that confirms Ottawa is very much a green city,” said Mayor Jim Watson. “This weekend when residents are out enjoying our parks, trails or skating on the canal, they will be able to breathe in the cool, crisp, clean air as just one of many advantages our City has to offer.”"

Ottawa Trails

Stay Safe On The Trails This Winter

"Next week is Provincial Snowmobile Safety Week, a good time to remind snowmobilers that they can help make the trails safer this winter.

Ontario's snowmobile trail system is the largest in the world, with more than 34,000 kilometres of maintained and interconnected trails."

Kinghorn line seen as tourism product | The Chronicle-Journal

"Turning the defunct Kinghorn CN line into a four-seasons trail would go a long way toward boosting snowmobiling in the area, the region’s snowmobiling association says.
This year, Thunder Bay Adventure Trails spokesman Lloyd Chaykowski said Thursday, 125 trail permits have been sold. That’s about on par with last year, and another marked drop from the 1990s, when more than 1,000 permits would regularly move each season.
“We’d like to see a few more sold,” Chaykowski said. “We’re sort of hoping a few more snowfalls in January will help us out a lot.
“It’s like anything else. Certainly the economy (contributes),” he said.
“We’re one club of 17 in what we call the North of Superior Snowmobile Association. Clubs like Nipigon and further east are suffering."

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The Big Deal Poker Run

The Big Deal Poker Run takes place February 13 in Sudbury. Sign up, enjoy the trails and meet new friends, support trails. Fun, fun, fun.

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Equine Canada National Convention

The national convention is our most important annual democratic exercise. It gives all our members an opportunity to participate directly in the governance of Canada's equestrian system, and more importantly still, to hold our officers, councils, and committees to account. This year's convention will be held in Ottawa from 22 January to 01 February.

Ontario Horse Trails