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Sunday, July 31, 2011

Ontario Trails News - Develop, Manage, Use and Preserve Trails

Young Ontario couples leave the suburbs Regina Leader-Post
She enjoys her proximity to urban neighbourhoods like Bloor West Village, The Kingsway, High Park and the city's bike trails, as well as her easy access to public transit. She also received a job offer in the heart of the city and is happy that she ...
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Video: A walking tour or Toronto's trees - The Globe and Mail
Toronto's long history if filled with many heritage trees, which are scattered throughout the city. Take a walking tour and discover their beauty.
www.theglobeandmail.com/news/video/.../article2115726/

EOTB Trail Hurricane :: Eastern Ontario Trail Blazers
Articles: EOTB Trail Hurricane. Contributed by Admin on Jul 24, 2011 - 08:53 PM. "I want to travel from cache to cache all around Ontario, exploring as many ...
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Rain wreaks havoc
The Kingston Whig-Standard
A system that came out of Michigan across Lake Huron overnight dumped heavy rain across much of Ontario's cottage country. "From Orillia to Peterborough people were getting huge amounts of rain," said Environment Canada meteorologist David Phillips. ...
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'We're going fishing,' lobbyists vow
The Sudbury Star
The Gogama chapter of Ontario Outdoors Recreational Alliance (OntORA) plans ... will use to remove any fallen trees and help clear the trail to Oswald Lake. ...

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Ontario Cycling Association
Ontario Cycling Association. 307 – 3 Concorde Gate, Toronto M3C 3N7. Tel: (416) 426-7416, Fax: (416) 426-7241. 2011 Road Communiqué10-Bamberg. Page 1 of 2 ...
www.ontariocycling.org/.../20110728-192859-2011%20Road...

Nice Zoo, lots of walking!! - Review of Toronto Zoo, Scarborough ...
Toronto Zoo: Nice Zoo, lots of walking!! - See traveler reviews, 107 candid photos, and great deals for Scarborough, Canada, at TripAdvisor.
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Part 2 - Canoeing the Saugeen River from Walkerton, Ontario ...
If you need a vacation somewhere in Ontario, then we have the top rated dream like spot for you! Bruce County, located only 2 hours northwest of Toronto, ...
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World Kayak Event Coverage » Blog Archive » Central Ontario KWP ...
Central Ontario KWP Fun Run Race Series Week – 5 .... Get all the results each week via email along with World Kayak news! WK Throwdowns ...
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Summer heating up for paddlers — COLUMN
The North Bay Nugget
By Trish Pecore, For the North Bay Canoe Club What an exciting weekend two Sundays ... to race on the Rideau Canal in the Eastern Ontario Division Regatta. ...

Town purchases land to extend trail
Napanee Guide
By Staff/Napanee Guide A recreational trail that links more than 100 kilometres of Eastern Ontario will soon connect with Greater Napanee. The town is in the final stages of acquiring the land from CN Rail needed to extend the Cataraqui Trail, ...
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Saturday, July 30, 2011

Ontario Trails News - Paddle, Hike, Bike, or Ride

Celebrating marine heritage Niagarathisweek.com
For the active person there will be a mountain bike race on Sunday morning. ... Days 5k Run to raise money for Autism Ontario Niagara Region will kick off. ...

5 things to do this long weekend: Drive in, go green, paddle hard CityNews
... suspect or investigator in the Ontario Science Centre's CSI Live!, an interactive show ... Harbourfront Canoe and Kayak Centre, 283A Queens Quay West. ...

Victories over Ontario and BC Highways The Media Co-op
Local battles against each freeway proposal are largely still that, isolated struggles without a larger network of support or a vision of what could be achieved by shifting billions from blacktop to public transit, cycling infrastructure, ...

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OPP To Target Unsafe Drivers This Long Weekend Burlington.net
The Ontario Provincial Police are reminding Ontario residents to drive safely on this August Long Weekend. “So far this year, more than 170 people have died on OPP patrolled roads, waterways and trails and while officers will be working around the ...See all stories on this topic »

Safety first this summer Toronto Star
Who doesn't enjoy playing in a backyard pool, swimming and boating in Ontario's many lakes and rivers, enjoying a sunny cycling trip or heading out of town for a getaway with family and friends? It's in our blood. Sadly, preventable deaths, especially ...See all stories on this topic »

Minister biking for ALS awareness Napanee Guide
By Stephen Petrick/Napanee Guide That's the slogan they're using for a fundraising cycling journey to Halifax, NS in support of ALS Society of Ontario and St. John's Church in Bath. Steve and Chris Timpson are the son and grandson, respectively, ... See all stories on this topic »

Three acts, three parks. Bring your own bike Globe and Mail
The show, which is in its third and final year of an Ontario Trillium Foundation grant, was mandated to be mobile – three acts unfold in three parks: Starting in Dufferin Grove Park, the audience and cast then head southeast to Fred Hamilton Park and ...

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About OFSC Trails - Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs
Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs. Go Snowmobiling connect with your family and friends. Find out more about snowmobiling, how to get started and the ...
www.ofsc.on.ca/index.php?option=com_content...

Regional Trails Meeting | Facebook
By ensuring that communities are organized to manage trails, through a management structure called a Regional Trails Committee (RTC), the Ontario Trails ...
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Paddle to the Toronto Islands in a historic voyageur canoe. The guided three-hour tour takes participants through a bird sanctuary, allows for a one-hour break on the island and loops back to the mainland through the Inner Harbour. Monday. 11:30 a.m. $30. Harbourfront Canoe and Kayak Centre, 283A Queens Quay West. canoetoronto.com

NVCA warns of low water levels Orangeville Citizen
WRTs have been established in watersheds across Ontario to advocate conservation and react to low water conditions. “There has been almost no measurable rain across most of the watershed in July, and the same is expected for the next two weeks,” said ... See all stories on this topic »

FROM ELSEWHERE:

These campers feel free to be themselves
Redlands Daily Facts
The campers can go on guided hikes, horseback riding, participate in talent shows, ... break from caring for us," said Corey Capece, 22, of Ontario. ...

Friday, July 29, 2011

Ontario Trails News - Develop, Manage, Use and Preserve Trails

Trails on the funding path - Ingersoll Times - Ontario, CA
The Oxford County Trails Council is one step closer to connecting a trail system from Beachville to Woodstock. The group received $42500 from the...
www.ingersolltimes.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=3231936

Amherstburg Museums and Galleries to receive Roots to Boots ...
Amherstburg Echo
It is because of their dedication and commitment to the preservation of community heritage assets that many of the 1812 sites are available and viable for ...

Summer high season for cycling, riding ATVs - and related injuries: report
Winnipeg Free Press
Among provinces, British Columbia and Alberta had the highest population-based rate of serious harm related to bike-riding, while Ontario and Nova Scotia had the lowest. While the number of acute cycling injuries per year has remained relatively stable ...
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CTV News.ca Staff
CTV.ca
When CTV News cameras headed out to some popular cycling trails in Toronto, it wasn't hard to find adults who weren't wearing helmets. "Why didn't I wear a helmet? Because I am a fool. I don't think it will happen to me," cyclist Kevin Boland said. ...
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Bikes, ATVs most dangerous
Chatham Daily News
"My grandchildren have been driving ATVs since they were very young but have always been supervised and wear proper safety clothing,'' he said. Funke said he and his wife, Judy, plan to spend a week touring Ontario on their motorcycle in early August. ...

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Preparing for a busy Civic holiday weekend

Chatham Daily News
By THE DAILY NEWS The Ontario Provincial Police is gearing up for a busy Civic ... Over the same weekend more than 300 motorists, boaters and trail users ...

Proud Brockville resident Larry Kowlessar gives back to his community
EMC St. Lawrence
"The Crimson King maple tree was planted on the Brock Trail in October, ... Eastern Ontario (CHEO), dedicated to the Kiwanis through Kiwanis International. ...

Princess Street Promenade
Kingston This Week
In addition, this year sees every side street also closed for the event (exceptions include Barrie, Bagot, Division & Ontario for emergency vehicle access). ...

What's Happening This Week
EMC Ottawa West
Members of the club will be on hand to describe the game and the club. ... Haydon Park to help support the more than 8000 affected in eastern Ontario. ...

From Ontario Parks

Canoes smooth the waters in relationships
EMC Nepean Barrhaven
The annual event, Flotilla for Friendship, is an effort to encourage ... journey in canoes supplied by Trailhead, the Rideau Canoe Club and Dow's Lake ...

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Regional Round-Up
EMC Perth
Kemptville & Area Walking Group, Mon., August 1, Wed., August 3, and Fri., ... Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 am Ontario Early Years Centre, ...

Officials close most of Ramsey Lake's beaches as the investigation ...
The Sudbury Star
"I talked to the lifeguards who said the canoe club saw the algae this morning. ... Ontario banning the use of commercial fertilizers containing phosphorus. ...

Thursday, July 28, 2011

Ontario Trails News - Develop, Manage, Use and Preserve Trails

The Duke of Edinburgh's Award and TD Waterhouse Invest in Youth
Canada NewsWire
... along with The Honourable David C. Onley, Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, ... journey (including canoeing, dog sledding, hiking and sea kayaking). ...

OPP to Wear Many Hats This Civic Holiday Weekend
Seaway News
With only two summer long weekends left to enjoy Ontario's outdoors, ... Over the same weekend more than 300 motorists, boaters and trail users were charged ...

Big weekend
Bancroft This Week
... at both the Curling Club, and at the North Hastings Community Centre. ... a rock climbing wall courtesy of the people at www.ultimateclimbing.ca. ...

Niagara Triathlon returns to August 7
Niagarathisweek.com
The Triathlon race features a 750m swim, a 25km bike, and a 7km run, ... Fraser cites the fact that you'll be swimming in Lake Ontario where you usually ...

Paramedic student leads the way in walking for ALS - Humber ...
Robertson created the Walk for ALS in 2004, after her father was diagnosed with the disease (both are in the above photo at the ALS award ceremony). ...
www.humber.ca/.../Paramedic-student-leads-way-walking-for-...

Catfish Creek Conservation Authority issues Level 2 low water advisory
St. Thomas Times-Journal
By TIMES-JOURNAL Consistent with the Ontario Low Water Response criteria, the Catfish Creek Conservation Authority (CCCA) on behalf of the Catfish Creek Low Water Response Team are issuing a Level II Low Water Advisory Condition for the Catfish Creek ...
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Canadian Cyclist - Ontario Road Provincials - Bruce Bird Report
Canadian Cyclist Online. The source for Canadian cycling news and information including mountain bike and road bike tours, adventure biking features, ...
www.canadiancyclist.com/dailynews.php?id=22315

Tough Mudder looking for a trail to host their event - needs about 400 acres total area! Contact:
Kelley Kantarian

Tough Mudder LLC
45 Washington Street #221
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Office:718-643-2221

Cell: 914-261-1550
Fax: 347-227-0220
www.ToughMudder.com <http://www.toughmudder.com/>

On August 13, 2011, Muskoka Trails Council is hosting Muskoka's Third Annual Amazing Race! This is the day when you could find new ways to appreciate Muskoka, new ways to challenge yourself, and find new ways to have fun! Expect a day that is not for the faint at heart, but for someone who loves a fun challenge!

Wednesday, July 27, 2011

Ontario Trails News - Develop, Manage, Use and Preserve Trails

From Article Durham Mountain Biking

NEW TRAIL NEARS COMPLETION - Kawartha Conservation

Volunteers and staff made excellent headway on a new, sustainable trail in the southern end of Durham East Cross Forest Conservation Area on June 24. We are planning to complete the 4 km trail later this year, which will be opened to low-impact uses such as hiking, bicycling, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing.

We'd like to thank all of the participants for their help, including the Durham Mountain Biking Association.

Credit Valley Conservation Authority will be hosting a Beech Bark Disease Workshop led by OMNR forest pathologists Richard Wilson and John McLaughlin. The workshop is designed for forest managers, tree markers and other specialists interested in learning how to identify and reduce the impacts of Beech Bark Disease. In addition to learning how to identify the disease the workshop aims. August 30, 2011 Contact: Kata Bavrlic, M.Sc. Terrestrial Monitoring Specialist kbavrlic@creditvalleyca.ca

See Ontario Provincial Parks Group - Ghostwalk program at Bronte Creek all this month on Sunday's. You need to register but there is no additional cost. 905-827-6911x231

Savour an abundance of fresh farm products from across the Frontenac Arch Biosphere landscape with this Local Flavours guide. Indulge your passion for taste and flavour - succulent produce, zesty preserves, delectable meats, carefully aged cheeses, mouth-watering baked goods, delicious honey, gourmet maple products, epicurean delights prepared by local chefs and the exciting discoveries at Farmers' Markets, farm stores and farmgate stands.

From Elsewhere:
Cities See the Other Side of the Tracks New York Times - The High Line park, built on an elevated railway trestle in Manhattan, has become both a symbol and a catalyst for an explosion of growth in the meatpacking district and the Chelsea neighborhood.....

Ontario Trails News - Paddle, Hike, Bike, or Ride

Civic holiday: what's open/closed, events
680 News
The Civic long weekend is upon us in Ontario, with Simcoe Day on Monday, Aug. 1. Below is a list of several events and what's open and closed. ...

Trails of 1812

Upper Canada Heritage Carnival
Seaway News
This unique weekend event will be brimming with the colour and excitement of ... of this 60-acre outdoor living history museum … all in one entertaining and ...

Educational Walking Tour Guides, Sept.-Nov. p/t, Walk TO, Toronto ...
Position: Educational Walking Tour Guides Organization: Walk T.O. http://www. walkto.ca. Location: Toronto, Ontario September to November, part-time ...
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Northumberland Notes
Northumberland Today
Publicized events must be open to the public. * The health unit invites parents ... It's Movie Madness day at the Cobourg Public Library (200 Ontario St.), ...
Water power making its mark here
Belleville Intelligencer
"The leadership of Quinte Conservation, I think, is being recognized throughout the conservation authority community. A couple of weeks ago we had a session with Conservation Ontario and brought in all the authorities to talk about these types of ...
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Canoeing Ontario's rivers: great ... - Google Books
Canoeing Ontario's rivers: great canoe trips in Canada's Northern wilderness. By Ron Reid, Janet Grand. Canoeing Ontario's rivers: great canoe trips in ...
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OPP to Wear Many Hats This Civic Holiday Weekend
Canada NewsWire (press release)
ORILLIA, ON, July 27, 2011 /CNW/ - With only two summer long weekends left to enjoy Ontario's outdoors, the Civic Holiday will make for as busy a long weekend as any other on roads, waterways and trails according to the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). ...

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Tuesday, July 26, 2011

Ontario Trails News - Develop, Manage, Use and Preserve Trails

A new policy statement from the American Heart Association says preventing heart disease before it starts is a good long-term investment in America's health. The statement summarizes years of research on the value of investing in prevention, particularly through community-based changes to make it easier and cheaper to live a healthy lifestyle. For example, the statement says every dollar spent on building trails for walking or biking saves three-dollars in medical costs. It also says drastically cutting the amount of salt in the food supply to support an average intake of 15-hundred milligrams per day may reduce high blood pressure in the country by 25 per cent, saving $26 billion in healthcare costs annually. The policy statement is on the American Heart Association's website and is published in the journal Circulation.
Thanks to Carol Oitment from the Ontario MHPS for forwarding this.

Two people badly hurt in ATV crash near Almonte
Ottawa Citizen
Ontario Provincial Police say a 19-year-old woman was driving the ATV on Clayton Road in Mississippi Mills around 3:35 am with a 21-year-old man when she ...

Amherstburg police conduct ATV patrols - Amherstburg Echo ...
AMHERSTBURG — The Amherstburg Police Service conducted an ATV patrol last ... -- -Ontario---, Amherstburg - Amherstburg Echo, Bancroft - Bancroft this Week ...
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Lessons learned in British Columbia
Orangeville Banner
Whereas BC's Agricultural Land Preserve protects farmland from development, forming a defacto green belt, Ontario's Greenbelt is located north of tens of ...

Illegal fishing results in 200-plus charges
SooToday.com
The Northeast region extends from Hudson Bay and James Bay in the north to the French and Mattawa rivers in the south, and from the Ontario-Quebec border in the east to Lake Superior and the Manitouwadge Area in the west. Conservation officers were ...See all stories on this topic »

On a paddle and a prayer
The Barrie Advance
The Six Mile Lake-Gibson River-McRae Lake loop is one of the most popular canoe routes in Ontario, blending easy access with gorgeous scenery and interesting historical sites, and requiring little experience in paddling. It's the ideal route for a ... See all stories on this topic »

Peter's Photo Odyssey: keep on rowing and rowing.. , Canoe Lake ...
keep on rowing and rowing.. , Canoe Lake Ontario J... the images.. , Canoe Lake Algonquin Park Ontario J... a bird on the lake.. Common Loon, Canoe Lake ...
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Teeing up for fun in Muskoka
Toronto Sun
Grandview's busiest times are July and August, when the lake is warm and the beach, the kids' club, the mountain bike trails and the boats are in full action. May, October and the winter are low seasons and a lot quieter. The following day was solely ...
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Cycling - Jeff Schiller
YouTube
He's tearing up the roads around Ontario, and beyond. A former Athlete of the week having a championship season.
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Monday, July 25, 2011

Ontario Trails News - Paddle, Hike, Bike, or Ride

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Thousands of Northern Ontario evacuees wait for fires to be controlled
Globe and Mail
The treet
ops, hunting tract and trails leading to Sandy Lake First Nation were familiar to Martha Meekis as she leaned back and squinted at a video on a computer screen. Unfamiliar was the drifting smoke and charred land. “It's smoking from the ground ...

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Float Around Toronto: Protocol and a perfect rhythm on Lake Ontario
National Post
Members of the Argonaut Rowing Club on Lake Ontario. The storied club founded ... On the lake, canoes and dragon boats smooth past. Beyond the breakwater of ...

Interactive Trail Guide - Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs
Trail Reports will never be the same. The OFSCs Interactive Trail Reports uses a high tech mapping system to display trail status, conditions, ...
ofsc.on.ca/trail-status.html

A runner's diary: Why being competitive can hurt your training
Globe and Mail
Last weekend, my wife and I decided to enter in a 28-kilometre trail race near Algonquin Park. The idea was to get our long run for the week while enjoying the beauty of the great trails in Northern Ontario. Remember that quote about how you should not ...See all stories on this topic »

Tough Mudder looking for a trail to host their event - needs about 400 acres total area! Contact:
Kelley Kantarian

Tough Mudder LLC
45 Washington Street #221
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Office:718-643-2221

Cell: 914-261-1550
Fax: 347-227-0220
www.ToughMudder.com <http://www.toughmudder.com/>

off road trails in ontario canada? [Archive] - Jeep Commander ...
[Archive] off road trails in ontario canada? General Commander Discussion.
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Mandatory training needed to operate ATVs, expert says
Ottawa Citizen
Despite five deaths this year and recommendations from a 2005 inquest, there is no law requiring ATV training in Ontario, reports Kristy Nease. ...

Algonquin Park Adventure Activities | Algonquin Hiking, Canoeing ...
Relax Explore Enjoy. Killarney Lodge. "If you want wilderness, paddle your canoe across the lake or hike the many trails in the park." Questions? Click Here ...
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a long way to reach Algonquin, Canoe Lake Ontario Jul 23 2011 - Peter
a long way to reach Algonquin, Canoe Lake Ontario Jul 23 2011. woke up at 3:00 am.. left for Algonquin Park at 4:00am from Toronto, and reaching at Canoe ...
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