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Elmvale Waters & Maple Syrup April 17 2010

2010-04-12T16:44:00.000-04:00

Which comes first the water or the maple sap? As Elmvale is becoming known for the Water Festival and high quality of water reputed to be the purest in the world, the Maple Syrup Festival is now in its 45th year. Perhaps the success of this festival is a result of the purest ground water which should also be responsible for the purest maple syrup in the world in Elmvale. Get information on

One American Election Decided Over Great Lakes Water

2010-04-07T14:58:00.000-04:00

Waukesha, Wis., elects new mayor Milwaukee Public Radio (4/7) Jeff Scrima has defeated incumbent mayor Larry Nelson. In recent weeks, much has been made about outgoing Nelson's push to buy Lake Michigan water, to replace the city's current water source which is contaminated with radium. Some voters had even said the race would come down to water. Water worries continue around the Great

Georgian Bay Travel News Updates April 2010

2010-04-06T18:34:00.000-04:00

New Georgian Bay Website features Information for Yachting and Boating Ontario based web marketing company, announces the launch of their new comprehensive Georgian Bay Region yacht directory web site. Boating Georgian Bay (http://www.BoatingGeorgianBay.com) will be a one stop resource for all things Georgian Bay and contain invaluable information, tips, reviews and guides for Georgian Bay area

Weekend of Fall Fun Along southern Georgian Bay

2009-09-12T10:45:00.006-04:00

Setpt. 12, 13, 2009Weekend Pow Wow at Sainte-Marie Park MidlandWye Marsh Rythms Festival celebrates 25 years of environmental education.Canadian Wildlife Wood Carving ChampionshipFind more information and details at Canada Travel News

Georgian Bay Doors Open Ontario This Weekend

2009-06-05T12:06:00.003-04:00

A weekend along Georgian Bay this weekend presents an affordable and exciting weekend with the FREE Doors Open Ontario attractions, historic offerings, outdoor trails, and more. Experience Doors Open Georgian Bay withOwen Sound and Historic Huronia this weekend.of June 6,7 2009 See See Doors Open in June in Ontario.Book Hotels In Midland, or Owen Sound.

Obama Good For Georgian Bay??

2008-11-05T14:26:00.002-05:00

Election of Barack Obama Holds ‘Great Promise for Restoration of Great Lakes’For Immediate Release:November 5, 2008 ANN ARBOR, MICH. (November 5, 2008)— “The Healing Our Waters-Great Lakes Coalition is excited about Sen. Barack Obama’s victory and looks forward to working with his Administration and the new Congress for the change we need to restore and protect the Great Lakes—a national icon

EcoTourism Magazine Canada Uses Waterless Printing

2008-10-25T11:46:00.003-04:00

Wasaga under Siege – “A War of 1812 Experience” Nancy Island Historic Site, Wasaga Beach, Ontario, Canada July 25th, 26th, 27th/2008 Lt. Miller Worsley of the British Royal Navy was in a tight situation and he knew

Georgian Bay Getaways North of Toronto

2008-07-20T12:56:00.005-04:00

SUMMER FUN ALONG GEORGIAN BAYGeorgian Bay is one of the freshest great resort destinations in Canada........the largest freshwater beach, largest fresh water island, and numerous provincial and national parks and biosphere reserves. Discover First Nations peoples and Native Pow Wows during the summer season. http://www.400eleven.com/georgian-bay.html

Wasaga Beach Blue Flag Over Piping Plovers

2008-06-24T10:59:00.005-04:00

This is the fourth year the Piping Plovers have been seen at Wasaga Beach. This signals the success of the U.S. recovery program for this species. The birders at Wasaga are watching over this years hatchings, however cannot always protect them from unexpected storms. Last week they lost a couple of chics from the two breeding pairs. Watchers are required to educate the public on the Piping

Canada as an Ecotourism Nation

2008-06-21T11:21:00.004-04:00

New Ecotourism Magazine Canada LaunchedTourism demand is increasing for destinations offering 'ecotourism products' or adventures. The degree of adventure, can vary from soft to dangerous, however the essence of ecotourism experiences is always a respect for the environment, while providing some education as part of an outdoors leisure time activity. Congratulations go to Vern Telford,

Georgian Bay Beaches Achieve Blue Flag Recognition

2008-06-09T12:44:00.007-04:00

Georgian Bay beaches in Ontario Canada are being awarded the international Blue Flag certification, Environmental Defence announced as the summer beach season kicked off last week. Two Georgian Bay beaches in the Town of the Blue Mountains (Little River Beach Park, Northwinds Beach Park. Both beaches are near the town of Collingwood. A third Wasaga Beach in Wasaga Beach Provincial Park, in the

Georgian Bay News-- Photography of the Pre-Cambrian Shield

2008-05-05T15:37:00.007-04:00

Georgian Bay was in the news this past weekend as the result of John Bartosik and his Georgian Bay photography.“His winning entry is a new body of work in progress; a series of fine art photography titled Rock of Ages, depicting the pre-Cambrian shield in the Georgian Bay area with interpretive form.” See more on John Bartosik. See Photos from Rock of the Ages.Congratulations John. See

Georgian Bay Earth Week Activities

2008-04-20T09:18:00.005-04:00

Photo: Wye Marsh Clean-up TeamGrey Bruce - Ontario, CA | UR Grey Bruce April and May in Southern Georgian Bay will be a time of re-awakening ... Dinners, National Wildlife Week activities, Earth Day clean-ups, Astronomy Day, ...www.owensoundsuntimes.com/Community/NewsDisplay.aspx?c=4604 - Georgian Bay Tourism Group > Spring Events and Festivals Spring

Georgian Bay Colours Fall Fairs Foliage Fall Colours (Colors) Farmers' Markets

2007-10-06T08:47:00.000-04:00

Thanksgiving Weekend In Georgian Bay AreaMinistry of Tourism is reporting the following leaf change percentages for a number of areas in the Province of Ontario for Thanksgiving Weekend in the Georgian Bay Area.Visit a fall fair or a farmers' market for the fall harvest.The Manitoulin Island region has seen the colours advance to a 70 to 80% change with dominant colours being red, orange,

Georgian Bay Fall Colours and Ecology

2007-09-21T07:43:00.000-04:00

The surrounding waters of Georgian Bay provide a moderating effect that sometimes delays the onset of fall colours. Georgian Bay is well know for the apple growing communities around Meaford and Thornbury and the fall is a perfect apple picking time.A start to your Georgian Bay fall colour tours with the family could start at Midland's Veteran's Waterfront Park and the Scouts Arboretum. A

Fall Festival Activities in Watersheds Leading To Georgian Bay

2007-09-19T16:57:00.000-04:00

One of the most significant watersheds leading to Georgian Bay is the Nottawasaga River and its many tributaries. The Wye River is also a major provider of fresh water to Georgian Bay.Combine a little canoeing this weekend with a visit to twopopular Festivals, the Wye Marsh Rythms Festival which includes free canoe rides (see photo) in a large voyageur canoe.The Nine Mile Portage Festival in

Fall Colours starting to show around Georgian Bay

2007-09-16T10:02:00.001-04:00

The recent update from the Ministry of Tourism Fall Colour report on Friday 14, 2007 indicates Wasaga Beach area is showing just a 5% colour change. The Collingwood area is just starting to see splashes of colour around the Scenic Caves. Some splashes of colour are showing along the roadside and on the canopies in Simcoe County leading to Georgian Bay. Information on the most current color

Georgian Bay's Wasaga Beach Development In the News

2007-08-16T10:05:00.000-04:00

Getting the Cars Off Wasaga Beach Strip Can Only Be Good For The Environment and the health of all of the visitors who swim at Wasaga. With the announcement today in the Globe and Mail of the massive re-development of Wasaga Beach, a part of the plan is to move the traditional driving strip (which is close to the water) into a boardwalk. This will help stop the amount of oil drippings and other

Georgian Bay Travel Events Weekend of August 17-19 2007

2007-08-15T08:21:00.001-04:00

Ontario Travel Events on Georgian Bay's West Coast and Manitoulin IslandManitoulin Island will be hosting the Providence Bay Fair Aug. 17 to 19 atthe Providence Bay fairgrounds. Events include Light Horse Club showProvidence Bay Fair (Providence Bay Agricultural Society) Date: August 17 - 20, 2007 Phone: 705-377-4876/705-377-5904 fair Email: dwitty@amtelecom.net Owen Sound

Samuel de Champlain in Georgian Bay Region

2007-08-13T07:20:00.000-04:00

1615 Midland Ontario- Joseph Le Caron c1586-1632 arrives with Champlain as first missionary to the Hurons; celebrates first recorded Mass in Ontario at Carhagonha, near Midland. A memorial mass was held this past Sunday at Carhagonha, on Georgian Bay.

Georgian Bay In the Blogs Week August 10

2007-08-12T09:30:00.000-04:00

Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre-Midland-Georgian Bay-Tay TownshipCFUWBy Membership Chair(Carolyne Sidey)They include Trumpeter Swans, Birds of Prey, and Amphibians & Reptiles of Georgian Bay. Each of the programs is limited in size to optimize dialogue and participation with each of the participants. Groups are limited to 10. ...CFUW Oakville

Georgian Bay Feature Blogs Week of August 6, 2007

2007-08-09T08:16:00.000-04:00

Georgian Bay By cwlh---Last weekend eight of us flew over the Algonquin Park to North Bay and thence to Killarney, in the northeastern corner of Georgian Bay. On the way beyond the western end of Lake Nipissing Chris reported a forest fire we'd spotted, Publisher's Comment. see fabulous photo's overlooking Killarney Area and the islands of Northern Georgian Bay. See full story and photos http:/

Georigan Bay Travel Events and Festivals Weekend August 10, 11

2007-08-06T09:57:00.000-04:00

Midland Ontario (Midland Area Information)Celebrate Metis Day at Discovery Harbour in Penetanquishene.The culture and lifestyle of the Metis. Wine & Cheese Art Sale at Wye Marsh Midland. A variety of art and photography will be available for appreciation, viewing and purchase during our "Wine & Cheese in the Marsh". Come and enjoy the diversity of the artists works and discuss with them their

Samuel de Champlain--His Beach Preference in the Summer of 1615

2007-08-03T12:29:00.000-04:00

Where did Champlain hang his bathing suit during the summer of 1615?There are many theories about the legendary Cahiaque. Is it near Orillia, as the Champlain Monument in Lake Couchiging Park states, or is it near Midland and the site of Sainte Marie among the Hurons? Was it a beach location, or an interior settlement along one of the rivers flowing into Georgian Bay. Regardless of the location

Ontario Beach Travel On Georgian Bay- Tiny Beaches-Some of the Best in Ontario

2007-07-26T07:45:00.000-04:00

Often when asked by friends about a nice sand beach, it is hard to choose as each beach area they I have visited has its own attributes. Depending on the weather, the age of the children, or the nature of activities(walking the beach, picnic, or just tanning on the beach) all come in to play. One of the closest Georgian Bay beaches to Barrie for a late afternoon swim and picnic is Tiny Beach

Georgian Bay Parks Help Georgian Bay Conservation

2007-07-25T13:16:00.000-04:00

With the recent celebration of National Parks Day this past Saturday July 21, we can only compliment early pioneers of the parks in Ontario, as well as parks right across Canada for the insight in creating a conservation philosophy. The parks around Georgian Bay, or within easy reach of Georgian Bay provide a natural touring route for visitors to the Georgian Bay area.Georgian Bay is blessed

FREE FISHING WEEKEND GEORGIAN BAY

2007-07-04T09:27:00.000-04:00

No License Required During 14th Annual Ontario Family Fishing Weekend Ontario’s annual Family Fishing Weekend aims to introduce a new generation of anglers to the joys of fishing and the importance of a clean, healthy natural environment, Natural Resources Minister David Ramsay said today. “Fishing is a wonderful way for family and friends to enjoy the outdoors together and gain a greater

Canoeing In Ontario

2007-07-02T10:20:00.000-04:00

Where Can I go Canoeing In Ontario?With all of the publicity surrounding the Canoe as one of Canada's top 7 icons many new Canadians have a great desire to get out try out this tourist activity. Most Provincial Parks will have canoes for rent, or will point you in the right direction. For those individual who want a guided approach to the canoeing experience can start with a group canoe short

Canada Day on Georgian Bay --The Cradle of Ontario's History

2007-07-01T10:53:00.001-04:00

Georgian Bay is the Place to Be on Canada DayThe earliest European settlements in Ontario were located in the Midland-Penetanguishene area of Southern Georgian Bay. One can step back into Canada's historical past and re-live the life of what it was like to be alive on July 1, 1615 when Samuel de Champlain was visiting the La Mer Douce, the sweet water sea. See Midland for links to local

Ontario Summer Travel--Kids Want to Have Fun

2007-06-28T16:03:00.000-04:00

School is out and the kids need to busy and active. Some of the best fresh water beaches are north of Toronto. Many resort destinations north of Toronto have supervised beach areas during the summer. As well many individual Ontario Family Resorts provide lifeguards and beach supervision during the summer. There are more many beach areas around Georgian Bay as well as a Georgian Bay Beach

Witness the re- construction a Georgian Bay Historic Huron Village

2007-06-25T22:16:00.000-04:00

Visitors to Huronia Museum and Ouendat Huron Village this summer will witness the re-creation of the Ouendat Huron Village that existed before the Europeans arrived. Construction is now under way on the Huron fortification walls after the fire this past spring. When the cedar walls are up construction will begin on the building of a traditional Huron long house.

Ontario's Wye Marsh Wildlife Walk

2007-06-23T10:58:00.000-04:00

Ontario’s Wye Marsh--Walk the boardwalkOn the last day of spring June 22, a 60 minute walk along the trails and boardwalk provided great wildlife viewing. Several herons, a diving tern, two pairs of Trumpeter Swans, one with a recent cygnet , several turtles, lots of frogs, multiples of bird song from Warblers, Red Winged Black birds. Spectacular marsh vistas provided a refreshing break from our

Georgian Bay Wonders-30,000 Wonders

2007-06-16T07:29:00.000-04:00

Although neither Georgian Bay nor Manitoulin Island made the seven wonders of Canada as identified by CBC, the reality is there are more than 30,000 wonders in the newest biosphere reserve along the southeast, and east side of Georgian Bay. The 30,000 islands is not only a natural wonder, its history is deeply rooted in First Nations folklore and history. The statue in the town of

Georgian Bay Beaches Are Waiting

2007-06-10T07:50:00.000-04:00

This past week I ventured over to Awenda Provincial Park for a late afternoon hike and to my surprise the beaches were empty. It was 90 degrees, the water was clear and beautiful waiting for Ontario's summer visitors. Without a doubt of the 3 beaches at Awenda, the third beach is the most inviting however it takes about a 15 minute hike to get there. Visitors staying in the Midland Penetang

Georgian Bay Trails of Discovery-Tay Shore Trail

2007-06-01T07:31:00.000-04:00

Explore Georgian Bay and Be Eco FriendlyDiscover the Tay Shore Trail staring in Victoria Harbour and ending in Midland, Ontario. This recently built trail is a nice flat and paved trail for cyclists, joggers, hikers, and rollerbladers. You can also go off trail and explore the towns of Victoria Harbour, Port McNicoll and Midland & Penetanguishene.The trail runs along the shore in Victoria Harbour

International Bird Migratory Day-Wye Marsh Midland Ontario

2007-05-12T08:14:00.000-04:00

International Migratory Bird Day celebrates the incredible journeys of migratory birds between their breeding grounds in North America and their wintering grounds in Mexico, Central, and South America. The event, which takes place on the second Saturday in May each year, encourages bird conservation and increases awareness of birds through hikes, bird watching, information about birds and

Robin Tapley's Nature Trails Featured in Canadian Geographic

2007-05-11T11:05:00.000-04:00

"Camp in Comfort on Georgian Bay", reads the cover of Canadian Geographic Special Travel Issue May 2007. The index takes the reader to a 5 page article by Patricia Pearson and Photographer Rob Stimpson who accompanied Tapley on the trip. The story takes the reader through the exciting 30,000 Islands and part of the new Biosphere Reserve. Travelling by Zodiac, one gets the true feeling of a

Manitoulin Island Dog Receives Hall of Fame Award

2007-05-08T13:08:00.000-04:00

Honouring Canada's Top Animal Heroes - Purina Animal Hall of Fame(TM) 2007 Inductees Announced -Echo (Shepherd-Collie mix), Manitoulin Island, Ontario During a self discovery canoe trip across Lake Huron in July 2006, Tish Smith and loyal family dog, Echo, were caught up in an intense storm. After their canoe capsized and surviving over 12 hours

Georgian Bay One of Canada's Seven Wonders

2007-05-08T11:25:00.000-04:00

Why do you like Georgian Bay? Post your comments on our web blog or proceed to the CBC website and vote Georgian Bay as one of Canada's Seven Wonders.