Family Day at Ontario Parks in February, 2011 | Travel Video News

An astronomical night of stargazing, cross-country skiing by moonlight, igloo-building and a candlelit skate path are a few of the Family Day weekend activities planned at Ontario Parks, February 19-21, 2011. Stargazing kicks off Winter Activity Day at Killarney Provincial Park. Hosted by the Friends of Killarney, the event begins indoors, the evening of February 19, near the park at the Killarney Bay Inn where astronomer Bruce Waters will project a star map on the inn ceiling and give tips on how to read the night sky."

Saluting the Games - Tbnewswatch.com

"Games manager Julie Tilbury said she and other organizers have been discussing the weather, but they’ll just have to wait and see what it brings. But she was optimistic the warm weather would be there when athletes compete.

'I’ve already ordered good weather so don’t worry about it,' laughed Tilsbury.

Admission is free for the public to watch, with competitions scheduled for most of the day on Friday and Saturday at the Tournament Centre, Kamview Nordic Centre, Mount Baldy Ski Area and the Fort William Curling Club."

NuCanoe - The Ideal Watercraft for Fishing, Hunting, Paddling, Rowing, & More

"There’s a new kayak bass fishing tournament being held this year in Kawartha Lakes region in Ontario. The First Annual Kawartha Lakes Kayak Bass Tournament will take place August 13, 2011 on the Pigeon River. To register or get more information, email tournament organizer Chris Noble at krisnobz@rogers.blackberry.net."

Ontario Canoe and Kayak Trails

Gord Miller delivers keynote address at ERCA meeting

"WINDSOR, Ont. -- Ontario's environmental commissioner was in Windsor Thursday night to give a shot in the arm to the Essex Region Conservation Authority.

Gord Miller attended ERCA's annual general meeting to deliver the keynote address to about 200 people.

Miller emphasized the importance of conservation authorities in the face of growing environmental problems including climate change, peak energy, water shortages and threats to biodiversity."

Ontario's Greenway Trails

ATV stolen from home - Peterborough Examiner - Ontario, CA

"DOURO–DUMMER TOWNSHIP - A green Polaris Sportsman ATV was stolen from a Second Line Douro home sometime between 9 p.m. Saturday and 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Peterborough County OPP said.
The ATV is valued at $12,000.

Anyone with information can call police at 742-0401 or 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477."

Simcoe Article: Snowmobile club needs volunteers

"ALLISTON - With record-breaking snowfalls in December and a small volunteer base to draw from, the local snowmobile club found it difficult to open trails this season.

The Alliston and District Snowmobile Club (ADSC) volunteers maintain five sections of trails in the area. If there were more volunteers, local trails could have been opened a week earlier after December’s snowfall, according to the ADSC executive.

Whether the trails are open or not, the ADSC is always in need of volunteers."

YorkRegion Article: Vaughan’s 22nd annual Winterfest set to warm you up

"Vaughan’s 22nd annual Winterfest event is set for Sunday, Feb. 6 at the Vellore Village Community Centre, 1 Villa Royale Ave, in Woodbridge.
This family-themed event will feature free entertainment on the outdoor stage so dress warmly.
All activities are free and include a midway, face painting and horse-drawn wagon rides. Highlights include a Justin Bieber tribute and Doo Doo the international clown.
Bring your skates and enjoy some fun on the outdoor ice rink or bring your cooking skills and try out the pizza-making workshop.
For more information, call the city events hotline at 905-832-8585, ext. 8200, or visit www.vaughancelebrates.ca"

Sudbury Sports News - Sports calendar events

"CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING- Walden Cross-Country Fitness Club’s trails open for season. 3-km lighted trail track set. For updates, phone chalet at 705-692-2321. Memberships available online at waldenxc.com."

Ontario's Sudbury and Region Trails

BEST WESTERN PLUS Muskoka Inn, Huntsville Ontario

BEST WESTERN PLUS Muskoka Inn, Huntsville Ontario: "The surrounding Huntsville area offers many outdoor recreational activities including hiking, mountain biking, golfing, ice skating, downhill skiing, cross-country skiing, swimming and snorkeling. Hutcheson Beach and Avery Beach are also nearby."

Ontario's Huntsville and Area Trails

Family Cross-Country Ski Day – January 22 « Durham Tourism

"The Ganaraska Forest Centre outdoor education staff is organizing two half-day sessions on Saturday, January 22nd 10:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m.  to get started or re-acquainted with cross-country skiing. They’re promising an introductory ski lesson, a guided ski through the Ganaraska Forest, finishing off with a mug of hot chocolate. 

The Ganaraska Forest is southern Ontario’s largest forest. The Forest Centre has over 35 kilometres of groomed and track-set trails for the novice and advanced skier. The trails meander through pine and hardwood forest, offering a challenge to skiers of varying ability levels."

Ontario Trails Events

Snowmobile trails open - Timmins Daily Press - Ontario, CA

"Call it a late Christmas present for area snowmobilers.

The Timmins Snowmobile Club announced Tuesday that its trails are now open.

'About 80% of the Timmins trails are open,' Gilbert Fortin, president of the Timmins Snowmobile Club told The Daily Press. 'We've had three groomers out all day. Trails are open in a limited capacity.'"

Timmins and Area Trails

Games open tonight | The Chronicle-Journal

"After a year of planning and hard work, the 2011 Special Olympics Ontario Winter Games are set to begin.
More than 300 athletes are expected to participate in the Thunder Bay Games and organizers are excited to see all their hard work come together.
“Everybody is pulling together to make it work,” Games manager Julie Tilbury said Wednesday."

Ontario's Trails

Nothin' Like ATVing in the Winter - ATVing, Northern Ontario

"The sun was shining on our frosted trees as I entered the lot to unload my ATV and go for a ride. This was my first ride with the new tracks for my machine that I had gotten for Christmas.  I just had them installed.
Twenty minutes of my day was getting into my snowsuit .  It was important to make sure I would be warm in the –20C degree weather on this day.  I put on my helmet not knowing what was in store for me."

Ontario's ATV Trails

northumberlandnews.com / indynews.ca | Cobourg to host Ontario Heritage Conference

"Heritage enthusiasts from across the country will join Cobourg's dedicated heritage representatives this June when the Town hosts the Ontario Heritage Conference.

The annual event, which is organized by Community Heritage Ontario and the Architectural Conservancy of Ontario is aimed at promoting heritage conservation as a viable option for communities."

Trails of 1812

Adult Horseback Riding Course, Monday Evenings In February. Offering - Ottawa Community - activities

"4 week session beginning Monday Feb. 7, 2011, 6:30-8pm, all welcome! Includes 45 minutes of riding, all levels including beginners welcome and 45 minutes of hands on such as grooming, tacking up, stable management, horse care etc. Fun show on the last night.
Cost $113 for the month, limited space, booking now!

Grand Prix Breeders Equestrian Centre, Kars, Ontario, Canada 613-489-1948 www.ncf.ca/~em974"

Ontario's Equestrian Trails

YorkRegion Article: Towns pave way for cyclists

"It should be easier for you to get on your bicycle and pedal around York Region, starting with the release of the first regional cycling map this spring.

A $154,000 provincial grant, aimed at promoting healthy lifestyles, will help fund a map that will identify bicycle lanes, routes, trails, paved road shoulders and community facilities.

It's welcome news for cyclists, said Crystal Drummond, founder of Newmarket's Speedplay Multisport triathalon club."

Ontario Cycling Trails

The Great Waterfront Trail Adventure 2011 - July 02,2011 :: Ontario Bike Guide

"The 4th Annual Great Waterfront Trail Adventure Niagara-Quebec
July 2nd to 9th, 2011
Eight-day end-to-end tour of the Waterfront Trail,along the shores of Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River. The ride encompasses 720 km through 41 communities, and 10 conservation authorities, averaging 70 to 120 km per day. The event is limited to 250 participants, see website for pricing"

YorkRegion Article: New bike map for York expected by spring

"It should be easier for you to get on your bicycle and pedal around York Region, starting with the release of the first regional cycling map this spring.
A $154,000 provincial grant, aimed at promoting healthy lifestyles, will help fund a map that will identify bicycle lanes, routes, trails, paved road shoulders and community facilities.
The region is also expected to add a cycling section to www.york.ca, including information about cycling, outreach programs and more."

Cycling survey online - Northumberland Today - Ontario, CA

Cycling survey online - Northumberland Today - Ontario, CA: "NORTHUMBERLAND -- The Northumberland Cycling Committee is asking people to participate in a survey that is available on the Internet.

It's designed to find out what people already are doing on their bikes and the improvements they would like to see on trails in the county.

Anyone filling out the survey and meeting the rules and regulations, will be eligible to win prizes."

Northumberland Cycling Survey

Heavy snow means big fun: Area snowmobile trails to open this week - The North Bay Nugget - Ontario, CA

"Gas up the snowmobile and dust off the helmet because all area snowmobile trails are expected to be open by Thursday.

Shawn Flindall, a director with the North Bay Snowmobilers Club, said Tuesday's dump of snow was exactly what was needed to put the groomers back to work.

'We're in really good shape,' said Flindall, noting the North Bay trails as well as those of its sister clubs, are all expected to open over the next two days."

Ontario's Snowmobile Trails