Monday, October 8, 2012

Ontario Trails - World's Best Variety of Trail Experiences on Ontario Trails


City Pilots Ontario Trails Activity Project
October 2 2012 In a collaborative effort with theOntario TrailsCouncil the City of Thunder Bay Parks Division has initiated an innovative trail use survey ...
www.thunderbay.ca/Page14588.aspx

Zombie Walk Toronto 2011 Wedding 0967 | Flickr - Photo Sharing!
The 2012 Toronto Zombie Walk is coming Oct 20th at City Hall. I'll be posting some shots I neglected to post last year as a Zombie warm up between now and ...
www.flickr.com/photos/sniderscion/8061125363/




Niagara Gorge

Economic Impact of Cycle Tourism in Ontario - Transportation Options
In 2010, 2 million Canadian/Ontario visitors participated in cycling actvities in Ontario... In 2010,Ontario attracted 38% of Canadian visitors who went cycling ...
www.transportationoptions.org/.../economic_impact_of_cycle...



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The Fixer: Low curbs on Sherbourne St. bike lanes invite drivers to park on them
Toronto Star
“We'd like parking enforcement do a real blitz the first couple of months after they're open to make sure drivers get the idea,” said Jared Kolb, Cycle Toronto's director of campaigns and membership. The lane on the west side is almost finished between ...
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Why aren't bicycle helmets mandatory?
Sault Star
Earlier this year, Ontario's chief coroner released a report that recommended, among other things, the implementation of mandatory helmet legislation for cyclists of all ages. But there's no action yet. Helmets for all cyclists is something Dr. Charles ...
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Hi everyone,

Another very important meeting to highlight the need for mountain bikers to voice their wish for mountain biking (think Bike Park) to be included in the master plan.

Please spread the word!

The City of Toronto is hosting a public meeting where you can learn more about the Beare Road Park Master Plan project, and provide your input on its new Master Plan.

We invite you to join u
 

s at the first public meeting.

Date: Thursday, October 11, 2012

Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Location: Blessed Mother Teresa Catholic Secondary School, 40 Sewells Road, Toronto, ON M1B 3G5

RSVP is appreciated but not required. If you are able to attend please RSVP by email to tbosco@toronto.ca

At the meeting on October 11, the Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation project team will give a presentation that includes background information about the site and the existing conditions. Parks Canada will also be at the meeting to provide an update on the neighbouring proposed Rouge National Urban Park and their consultation process.

The City of Toronto will specifically be seeking feedback regarding the vision that users and residents have for the park, guiding principles that should influence park design, and the consultation process. Other public meetings will follow as the plan progresses.

The venue is wheelchair accessible. Please request any additional accommodations necessary when you RSVP. We look forward to meeting with you.

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http://beseenbesafe.simcoecountytrails.net

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MAKE SURE TO CHECK THE EVENT CALENDAR

Trail Education
Our event calendar shows weekly adjustments to our course offerings. It also provides links to course information, in PDF flyer format, registration, and location of course through a google map or other means.

Be sure to use our array of press or other flyers to circulate to your local papers or possible attendees. All available for use - call - 877-668-7245 or 519-941-8911, or 1-866-560-7783

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Ontario Trails Mobile App
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ONTARIO TRAILS COUNCIL E-NEWS - Every Friday

    • Local Trail News 

    • Trail Education Program

    • Trail Heros

    • Trailhead Ontario

    • Activity and User Updates

     View it Here
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To California with roses
Sarnia Observer
The Canadian Cowgirls feature female riders from across southwestern Ontario... The equestrian ambassadors from Chatham-Kent are taking their horses and ...



Ontario Equestrian Trail

Act now. Time is short: Save Ontario's Algoma Region
SooToday.com
A draft Renewable Energy on Crown Land policy has been developed to provide updated direction on how the government will manage Crown land to supportOntario's renewable energy needs while balancing the social, economic, and ecological interests ...
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Sunday, October 7, 2012

Ontario Trails - World's Best Variety of Trails, Discover one of 2600 Ontario Trails

Algonquin Fall

Bradford-East Gwillimbury

Durham Forest

View from Canadore College

Lakeside from Gregory Pleau

Haliburton Ontario from Mr. Lefroy

Niagara Gorge

Niagara Gorge looking towards Niagara Escarpment

North West Ontario - Path of the Paddle - Hap Wilson





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Hi everyone,

Another very important meeting to highlight the need for mountain bikers to voice their wish for mountain biking (think Bike Park) to be included in the master plan.

Please spread the word!

The City of Toronto is hosting a public meeting where you can learn more about the Beare Road Park Master Plan project, and provide your input on its new Master Plan.

We invite you to join u

s at the first public meeting.

Date: Thursday, October 11, 2012

Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Location: Blessed Mother Teresa Catholic Secondary School, 40 Sewells Road, Toronto, ON M1B 3G5

RSVP is appreciated but not required. If you are able to attend please RSVP by email to tbosco@toronto.ca

At the meeting on October 11, the Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation project team will give a presentation that includes background information about the site and the existing conditions. Parks Canada will also be at the meeting to provide an update on the neighbouring proposed Rouge National Urban Park and their consultation process.

The City of Toronto will specifically be seeking feedback regarding the vision that users and residents have for the park, guiding principles that should influence park design, and the consultation process. Other public meetings will follow as the plan progresses.

The venue is wheelchair accessible. Please request any additional accommodations necessary when you RSVP. We look forward to meeting with you.

_______________________________________________________
http://beseenbesafe.simcoecountytrails.net

__________________________________________________________

MAKE SURE TO CHECK THE EVENT CALENDAR

Trail Education
Our event calendar shows weekly adjustments to our course offerings. It also provides links to course information, in PDF flyer format, registration, and location of course through a google map or other means.

Be sure to use our array of press or other flyers to circulate to your local papers or possible attendees. All available for use - call - 877-668-7245 or 519-941-8911, or 1-866-560-7783
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Ontario Trails Mobile App
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ONTARIO TRAILS COUNCIL E-NEWS - Every Friday

    • Local Trail News 

    • Trail Education Program

    • Trail Heros

    • Trailhead Ontario

    • Activity and User Updates

     View it Here
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Saturday, October 6, 2012

Ontario Trails - Explore the Best in Trails - Anywhere in Ontario

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Six Great Day Hikes in Ontario | Red Hunt Travel
The start of October also marks the start of Ontario Hiking Week, so it seems the perfect time to put together a few photos from some of my favourite day hiking ...
redhunttravel.com/2012/10/.../six-great-day-hikes-in-ontario/



OPG - ONTARIO POWER GENERATION INC. : Thanksgiving Weekend is No ...
4-traders
Toronto - Thanksgiving weekend is a perfect time for one last boat or canoe ride before winter sets in, but it's no time to let your guard down when it comes to water safety. Ontario Power Generation (OPG) and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are ...
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Beltline Trail Study
Improve the Beltline Trail! | Cycle Toronto
Speak up in support of improving the Beltline Trail! 5 Minute Action: Write a letter to the City of Toronto project facilitators in support of improvements to the ...
cycleto.ca/ward-update/improve-beltline-trail



Ontario closing provincial parks, reducing Ranger program
Public Values
Case in point: The Height of Land Trail in Wakami Provincial Park should be one of Ontario's most popular trekking destinations, being located on the dividing line between the Arctic and Atlantic watersheds, in addition to being 75 kilometres long one ...
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Jarvis St. bike lane removal made separated lanes possible: Minnan-Wong
Toronto Sun
TORONTO -. Did the Jarvis St. bike lanes have to die for Mayor Rob Ford to support a network of separated bike lanes? Removing the Jarvis St. bike lanes was an “important component” to getting Ford's office on board with a network of separated bike ...
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Vincent Lam on urban cycling
Globe and Mail
He will be speaking at Calgary Wordfest on Oct. 9, the Vancouver International Writers Festival on Oct. 15 and the International Festival of Authors in Toronto on Oct. 18-28. Drawn Off Topic: Comedian Jessica Holmes on Justin Trudeau The Globe and Mail ...
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It's Not About The Bike Or Car -- It's About Better Cities
Huffington Post Canada (blog)
Bike-lane debates have been going on for some time in Toronto, as they have in many cities like Vancouver. In recent years, exaggerated and polarizing phrases like "anti-car" and "the war on the car" have been thrown around irresponsibly by media and ...
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Hi everyone,

Another very important meeting to highlight the need for mountain bikers to voice their wish for mountain biking (think Bike Park) to be included in the master plan.

Please spread the word!

The City of Toronto is hosting a public meeting where you can learn more about the Beare Road Park Master Plan project, and provide your input on its new Master Plan.

We invite you to join u

s at the first public meeting.

Date: Thursday, October 11, 2012

Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Location: Blessed Mother Teresa Catholic Secondary School, 40 Sewells Road, Toronto, ON M1B 3G5

RSVP is appreciated but not required. If you are able to attend please RSVP by email to tbosco@toronto.ca

At the meeting on October 11, the Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation project team will give a presentation that includes background information about the site and the existing conditions. Parks Canada will also be at the meeting to provide an update on the neighbouring proposed Rouge National Urban Park and their consultation process.

The City of Toronto will specifically be seeking feedback regarding the vision that users and residents have for the park, guiding principles that should influence park design, and the consultation process. Other public meetings will follow as the plan progresses.

The venue is wheelchair accessible. Please request any additional accommodations necessary when you RSVP. We look forward to meeting with you.

_______________________________________________________
http://beseenbesafe.simcoecountytrails.net

__________________________________________________________

MAKE SURE TO CHECK THE EVENT CALENDAR

Trail Education
Our event calendar shows weekly adjustments to our course offerings. It also provides links to course information, in PDF flyer format, registration, and location of course through a google map or other means.

Be sure to use our array of press or other flyers to circulate to your local papers or possible attendees. All available for use - call - 877-668-7245 or 519-941-8911, or 1-866-560-7783
________________________________________________________
  
Ontario Trails Mobile App
__________________________________________________________________
ONTARIO TRAILS COUNCIL E-NEWS - Every Friday

    • Local Trail News 

    • Trail Education Program

    • Trail Heros

    • Trailhead Ontario

    • Activity and User Updates

     View it Here
_____________________________________________________________
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Friday, October 5, 2012

Ontario Trails - Bike, Hike, Beltline Trail, Fall Colours and Enjoy Ontario's Trails

Beltline Trail Study
 Improve the Beltline Trail! | Cycle Toronto
Speak up in support of improving the Beltline Trail! 5 Minute Action: Write a letter to the City of Toronto project facilitators in support of improvements to the ...
cycleto.ca/ward-update/improve-beltline-trail


Jarvis bike lane vote lost because councillors changed their minds
MetroNews Canada
What do you call an elected official who says one thing and then does another? That's the question to ask this morning after a bid to retain the bike lanes on Jarvis Street failed at Toronto City Council, following a 19-24 vote. The outcome was ...
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advocacy. Cycle Toronto | I Bike Toronto
This from a councillor which has one of the highest bike mode shares in the city; a ward which has hundreds of Cycle Toronto members. Bailao certainly figured ...
www.ibiketo.ca/category/tags/advocacy-cycle-toronto

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Another fantastic photo from our friends at Ontario Nature and Travel! This time it's the view from the Dorset Fire Tower!

Why not head out there this weekend and capture some stunning shots of your own!
http://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/trails-a-z/dorset-lookout-tower-trail
View from the Dorset Fire Tower Lookout, 09/30/12

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Hi everyone,

Another very important meeting to highlight the need for mountain bikers to voice their wish for mountain biking (think Bike Park) to be included in the master plan.

Please spread the word!

The City of Toronto is hosting a public meeting where you can learn more about the Beare Road Park Master Plan project, and provide your input on its new Master Plan.

We invite you to join u

s at the first public meeting.

Date: Thursday, October 11, 2012

Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Location: Blessed Mother Teresa Catholic Secondary School, 40 Sewells Road, Toronto, ON M1B 3G5

RSVP is appreciated but not required. If you are able to attend please RSVP by email to tbosco@toronto.ca

At the meeting on October 11, the Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation project team will give a presentation that includes background information about the site and the existing conditions. Parks Canada will also be at the meeting to provide an update on the neighbouring proposed Rouge National Urban Park and their consultation process.

The City of Toronto will specifically be seeking feedback regarding the vision that users and residents have for the park, guiding principles that should influence park design, and the consultation process. Other public meetings will follow as the plan progresses.

The venue is wheelchair accessible. Please request any additional accommodations necessary when you RSVP. We look forward to meeting with you.
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Thanks to Kirsten S for the photos — in Hurkett, Ontario.

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Park Hill dam could double hydro output
Cambridge Times
Park Hill dam could double hydro output. The Grand River Conservation Foundation (GRCF) and the Ontario Stone, Sand and Gravel Association (OSSGAA) are partnering to help get a new hydro generating station installed on Cambridge's Park Hill dam.
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Norfolk County Waterford Heritage Trail Survey - Ontario Trails Council
4 . How did you hear about this trail? ... 5 . What is your primary activity on the trail ? ... By entering your email address you agree to be added to the Ontario Trails ...
www.ontariotrails.on.ca/waterford 
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Peace Garden Trails Initiative


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http://beseenbesafe.simcoecountytrails.net

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MAKE SURE TO CHECK THE EVENT CALENDAR

Trail Education

Our event calendar shows weekly adjustments to our course offerings. It also provides links to course information, in PDF flyer format, registration, and location of course through a google map or other means.





Be sure to use our array of press or other flyers to circulate to your local papers or possible attendees. All available for use - call - 877-668-7245 or 519-941-8911, or 1-866-560-7783
________________________________________________________
  
Ontario Trails Mobile App
__________________________________________________________________
ONTARIO TRAILS COUNCIL E-NEWS - Every Friday

    • Local Trail News 

    • Trail Education Program

    • Trail Heros

    • Trailhead Ontario

    • Activity and User Updates

     View it Here
_____________________________________________________________
 
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