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

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 accessible waterways were critical for canoe travel and the very important and strategic decision for picking a village as a location for business and commerce. Getting to Georgian Bay via what is now the Trent-Severn Waterway would have been the major trading route of its day. Did the Champlain party actually act as tourists and take a few days at the beach..... Huron village in Midland, Port Severn, Honey Harbour, or near Awenda Provincial Park. He could have stopped at what is today major resorts along the way such as Bayview Wildwood Resort in Port Stanton on Sparrow Lake, or the Delawana Inn Inn Honey Harbour, both have lovely beach areas and settings for a leisurely day at the beach.

Canoeing In Ontario

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 trip at Ontario's Famous Wye Marsh in Midland. The Wye River flows into Georgian Bay (photo of Wye Marsh Canoe Outing).

Most Ontario resort properties will have canoes on site for guests, some will charge extra for the use of a canoe.

As well, many resort properties in the Georgian Bay watersheds have put together special canoeing and kayaking getaways.

Perhaps one day a canoeing adventure will follow with a trip through one of the many watersheds to Georgian Bay.