Monday, September 5, 2011

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

Horseback Riding Near Sudbury, Ontario | Travel Tips - USAToday ...
The area near the mid-sized city of Sudbury in northern Ontario plays home to several stables and ranches that give horseback riders a place to enjoy the sport.
traveltips.usatoday.com/horseback-riding-near-sudbury-ontari...



Officer thrown from ATV - Collingwood Enterprise Bulletin - Ontario, CA
A Saugeen Shores Police officer was thrown from the back of an all-terrain vehicle and slightly injured early Saturday morning. The officer first...
Collingwood Enterprise Bulletin



ATV death prompts warning from Ontario Coroner Timmins Times ...
The recent death of a 10-year-old Northern Ontario boy, who died while riding alone on an adult all terrain vehicle (ATV) has prompted a warning...
www.timminstimes.com/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=3285304



AMY DEMPSY/TORONTO STAR
Toronto News: Rush to build bike trails resulted in a major ...
It's amazing what Toronto can do when there's money at stake.
www.thestar.com/.../1049200--rush-to-build-bike-trails-resulte...

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Next generation of workers faces bleak future with more part-time ...
Winnipeg Free Press
Ontario Federation of Labour president Sid Ryan said he's worried students graduating with a bachelor ... which offers kayaking and snowshoeing to tourists. ...



Shawney - WALK and ROLL (Toronto, ON) - Meetup
Do you enjoy leisurely walking with a fun group of people? If you want to expand your social circle,walk for health and fun, and explore the GTA, then please ...
www.meetup.com/walkandroll/members/7559973/





Hike Ontario Summit - Coureurs de Bois Voyageur Trail Outdoors ...
Arrangements for the Hike Ontario Summit MeetingSept 30-Oct 2, are progressing well and we anticipate a successful meeting will ensue. ...coureursdeboiselliotlake.blogspot.com/.../hike-ontario-summit...


Tough Mudder looking for a trail to host their event - needs about 400 acres total area! Contact:
Kelley Kantarian Tough Mudder LLC45 Washington Street #221 Brooklyn, NY 11201Office:            718-643-2221 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting            718-643-2221      end_of_the_skype_highlighting      Cell:             914-261-1550 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting            914-261-1550      end_of_the_skype_highlighting       Fax: 347-227-0220 

Sunday, September 4, 2011

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

Discuss with Us!
Ontario Trails Council - discussions on topics of interest as relayed to us by our membership - Rails to Trails, Finding Directions to Trailheads, Horses and Trails, E-Bikes, Hunting and Trails and more

Eastern Ontario Trails expansion and development into second ...
News Eastern Ontario Trails expansion and development into second phase by EMC News.
www.emcnortheast.ca/.../Eastern+Ontario+Trails+expansion+a...



Nordic Walking Toronto | Tailored for older adults
Nordic Walking tailored for older adults is now available in TorontoWalking with poles is better than without:
www.vintagefitness.ca/nordic-walking-toronto.aspx



Guided Canoe Trips in Ontario | Travel Tips - USAToday.com
Ontario guided canoeing opportunities include excursions on some of the province's 250000 lakes, of which almost 4000 are at least 240 square miles in size or ...
traveltips.usatoday.com/guided-canoe-trips-ontario-100163.html

Saturday, September 3, 2011

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

Pictures of Algonquin Cottage Outpost and the Algonquin Log Cabin, Algonquin ParkLogging on . . . a cabin in Canada
Irish Times
For those with children, the guided trails are great days out. One to recommend is Beaver Pond Trail, which is not too difficult, lasting about an hour, and takes you through a complete beaver habitat. Explanatory leaflets can be picked up and numbered ...

This photo of Algonquin Cottage Outpost and the Algonquin Log Cabin is courtesy of TripAdvisor

Organizers excited for Shores of Erie International Wine Festival
Amherstburg Echo
"They came to us and asked if they could promote cycling in southwestern Ontario," said O'Rourke "We thought it was a really good fit. ...


Ontario Trails: Ontario Trail News - Develop, Use, Manage and ...
Ontario Trail News - Develop, Use, Manage and Preserve Ontario's Trails ... Ontario trails - Ford Ranger Forum Hey just ... Posted by Ontario Trails at 11:13 AM ...
ontariotrails.blogspot.com/.../ontario-trail-news-develop-use-m... 

OFTR - The Ontario Federation of Trail Riders
When we asked why in 2000, Transportation Minister Turnbull advised the Ontario Federation of Trail Riders (OFTR) that we since were able to convert an ORM ...
www.oftr.ca/articles.php?id=6719

Friday Photo: Evening Spreads Over Toronto
Huffington Post
At the end of an activity-filled day in Toronto, walking out of the Distillery District, such a sunset was highlighting the skyline to form a perfect silhouette prominently featuring the CN tower and Toronto's other well-known buildings. ...
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Walking Trails in Eastern Toronto | Travel Tips - USAToday.com
Toronto, Canada, features a varied menu of outdoor recreational opportunities, including hundreds of walking trails. These pathways encourage healthy ...
traveltips.usatoday.com/walking-trails-eastern-toronto-100229...


Trail Smart Ontario
Stay safe this weekend
Sarnia Observer
Last year, 10000 charges were laid across Ontario over the Labour Day Weekend and eight people lost their lives. Locally, police presence will be heightened on highways, roads, waterways and trails, targeting impaired, distracted and aggressive drivers ...
 
Blind River - Delta Loop - Ontario Trails Council
At the Ontario Trails Council, we do our best to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the information we provide on the site. Please remember however, that some ...
www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trails-a-z/blind-river---delta-loop/
 
Connecting Trails ... - Toronto Coalition for Active Transportation
On June 28, 2011 Paul Young facilitated a workshop to explore how to improve links between the Don Trail and surrounding communities. A PDF version of the ...
torontocat.ca/node/1673


Sea Kayak | Ontario Adventure
The sheltered waters along Ontario's Phillip Edward Island can provide a taste of expedition kayak touring for those who are ready to up the ante on an exposed ...
ontarioadventure.com/tag/sea-kayak/

Ontario Recreational Canoe And Kayak Association 
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Ministry of Transportation
What you need to know to operate an ATV in Ontario. The All Terrain Vehicle ( ATV) as it's commonly called is a very popular year-round utility and recreational ...
www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/pubs/atv/index.shtml

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Friday, September 2, 2011

Ontario Trail News - Develop, Use, Manage and Preserve Ontario's Trails

Dangers from ATVs shouldn't be ignored
Brantford Expositor
... increased public education regarding the safe operation of ATVs, and permission to drive an ATV on approved trails only from ages 12 to 16. These are equally applicable today. Two years ago the Ontario Medical Association called for a ban on all ...See all stories on this topic »


 
OPP will be evident on holiday weekend
Brockville Recorder and Times
By Steve Pettibone The Recorder and Times With the final long weekend of the summer set to kick off, the OPP is reminding drivers and boaters in Eastern Ontario to expect increased police presence on roads, trails and waterways throughout the region. ...

 
Use common sense when using trails
YorkRegion.com
Why not treat the trails the same as any road or street in Canada? Trail users should stay to the right of the trail and, when it is safe, pass on the left. This is one of the points under trail etiquette on the Ontario Trails Council website. ...
 
Ontario Trails Ontario Trails News Develop Manage Use and Preserve ...
9 Best Backcountry Hike Coastal Hiking Trail Be the first to hike the rebuilt Coastal Hiking Trail Ontario's premier wilderness hiking experience These ...
ontariotrails.blogspot.com/.../ontario-trails-news-develop-man...


NPC issues likely to be under the radar during provincial election
Niagara Falls Review
In November 2010, Ontario Tourism Minister Michael Chan removed four of the provincial government's appointees on the parks commission board and temporarily ...


G'rowing' infrastructure
NorthernLife.ca
26, after a funding announcement for $1 million from the Ontario government to ... organization established by the Sudbury Canoe Club, Sudbury Rowing Club, ...
 


OPP clean up on kayak wager - Timmins Daily Press - Ontario, CA
The South Porcupine OPP know how to collect on a bet. A friendly side bet was made by the Timmins Police Service and the Ontario Provincial...
www.thedailypress.ca/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=3280751


Sports Day In Canada - Ontario Mountain Bike Championships
Ontario XC Mountain Bike Championships, is the provincial championship event for cross-country mountain biking in Ontario. Riders of all ages, and levels will ...
sportsday.cbc.ca/event/9355


Cyclist who struck pedestrian facing $3.75 fine
CBC.ca
Beginning of Story Content Nobu Okamoto was walking along Finch Avenue West at about 10:00 am on Aug. 4, when he was struck by a cyclist riding on the sidewalk. Okamoto, a 74-year-old father of three grown children, suffered a fractured skull, ...
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Cyclists defend using sidewalk where pedestrian was struck and killed
Toronto Star
Cyclist Khemraj Ganga prefers to cycle on the sidewalk along Finch Ave., between Sentinel Rd. and Tobermory Rd. On Aug 29, a man in his 70's died after being struck by a cyclist earlier in the month. Video by Bernard Weil. ...
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Hydro One and Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority partner on environmental ...
CNW Group (press release)
... Hydro One Inc. "Partnering with the SVCA means that community values are reflected throughout the process, helping to ensure success while making sure Hydro One can deliver the electricity Ontario needs." "Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority is ...
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Pre-Latornell Groundwater ... - AD Latornell Conservation Symposium
The Conservation Authority (CA) Geosciences Group and Conservation Ontario invite practitioners working in the geoscience sector to attend a 'geoscience day' ...
www.latornell.ca/groundwater_geology_workshop.html



NTC helped EOTA too.
Eastern Ontario Trails expansion and development - News - By EMC ...
News Eastern Ontario Trails expansion and development by EMC News.
www.emcbelleville.com/.../Eastern+Ontario+Trails+expansion...


Trails – Snowmobiles help - York Urbanist
Access is provided along the edge thanks in part to trails enthusiasts, not least of which is the Ontario Federation of Snowmobiles Clubs. A generous width exists ...
yorkurbanist.com/2011/08/trails-snowmobiles-help/


Walking Tours - City of Toronto
Toronto Walking Tours ... Old Town Toronto (east) is the historic heart of Toronto, and like the city that grew up from the Town of York's original 10 blocks, the ...
wx.toronto.ca/.../5D7B95D7F6F52D988525789300602A1D?...


Severn plans for active transportation
Midland Free Press
The Ontario government and Simcoe County have mandated that municipalities develop active transportation studies. Severn has approved $45000 for a transportation master plan with a focus on active transportation. "It seems like a lot of money, ...
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Chicks out Walking - Toronto's Bloor West Village
Come join the Chicks out walking in Toronto's Bloor West Village. We will meet outside of David's Tea on the South side of Bloor St. at 7:30am and take a walk ...
www.companyofwomen.ca/Chicks_out_Walking_Toronto_s_...
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Thursday, September 1, 2011

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

Explorers' Edge: Algonquin to Parry Sound
CottageCountryNow.ca
“When we conducted research to determine what Ontario travellers think of this region ... splashing through mud on an ATV or relaxing at a lakeside resort, ...


Family of man hit by cyclist pleads for bike lanes
Toronto Star
Although Nobu Okamoto was a private man, who enjoyed walking on the waterfront and reading newspapers at the Toronto Reference Library, his children decided to share their story to highlight the dangers of sidewalk cycling. “I just want justice done ... See all stories on this topic »

Cycling season not over for Robert Cooper
Brockville Recorder and Times
Brockville's Robert Cooper, who won the provincial junior road race championship recently, was contacted by Team Ontario to compete in a prestigious stage race in Vermont this week. By Darcy Cheek The Recorder and Times Ontario's junior road race ...
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Ontario Trails Ontario Trails News Paddle Hike Bike or Ride ...
The cycling club has an agreement with the region to develop and maintain the trails It attracts people both locally and from across Ontario ...
ontariotrails.blogspot.com/.../ontario-trails-news-paddle-hike-b...

On August 31st, Lanark County Council moved to approve the development of their 'first ever wilderness trail that accommodates horses' in the Lavant Main Block Forest. The County's approval was the fifth level of governance.It took 7 months to complete the Initiative's Proposal and almost a year to complete the political process. We're looking at another 2.5 years before the trail routings are developed and the trail opened for public use.

The Riverdale Hub expands on Toronto's ever-evolving Gerrard Street
CityNews
... progressive agenda from the ground-up for the neighbourhood revitalization project." Shawn Micallef is the Managing Editor of Yonge Street and the author of Stroll: Psychogeographic Walking Tours of Toronto (with one chapter devoted to Gerrard Street).
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5 animals that attack in the Canadian wild
CBC.ca
... in southern Ontario and the western or Prairie rattlesnake in southern BC, ... a bear encounter is to make noise while hiking and carry bear spray. ...


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