February Events & Other Winter Happenings 'North' of Toronto

Winter is a breeze with activities and events that range from quiet fire side book reading to skiing down a mountain and being active.

Areas north of Toronto are full of snow, sunshine and starry nights perfect for day trips and getaways north of Toronto. So many Winter Carnivals, special shows and events are taking place, there's something for everyone. 

With a special February holidays like Family Day and Valentine's Day, it's time to celebrate and have some fun.

You can find Family Day Weekend Specific Events & Activities on our website. 

You can find Valentine's Day Getaways and Specials on our website.

The list below are special events and other activities by area, perfect for checking out and making it easy to love winter. Links to getaway and vacation offers north of Toronto can be found at the bottom of this blog.

FEBRUARY 2015

ONTARIO

Farmers's Markets
Enjoy farmers and artisans markets all year long!
Click to here to find a great winter market.

Family Licence Free Fishing
Ontario Family Fishing Events is a province-wide opportunity for Canadian residents to fish Ontario waters without the otherwise mandatory fishing version outdoors card. Click here for ice-fishing getaways. 

ALGONQUIN HIGHLANDS

Wild In Winter
February 7
Take a walk on the wild side! Explore the ecology of winter, look for wildlife and their signs and gain insights into how they cope with cold temperatures and deep snow.

Click here for more information.

Surviving Winter
February 22
Learn some strategies and techniques for coping with cold and snow should you find yourself lost.

Click here for more information.

COLLINGWOOD | BLUE MOUNTAINS

Saturday Night Guided Snowshoe Hikes
Scenic Caves
Strap on your snowshoes for a night-time hike, where stars and shadows create a dramatic setting for adventure.
Click here for more information.

Friday Night Light It Up Rail Jam
Blue Mountain Village
Friday Night Light It Up! Series is Blue Mountain’s own NEW grassroots RAILJAM series for skiers and snowboarders!

Click here for more information.

Volcom Stone Peanut Butter & Rail Jam
Blue Mountain Village
Volcom Stone’s Peanut Butter and Rail Jam is Ontario’s largest rail jam and a staple event on the Ontario snowboard scene. 

Click here for more information.

HALIBURTON HIGHLANDS

Horsedrawn Sleigh Rides
Algonquin Highlands Trails
Free Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides at 1251 Essonville Line
Click here for more information.

Ladies' Day
Sir Sam's Ski & Bike
A great day of skiing, racing, indoor games. Cost $125.00/person includes: lift ticket , rentals, breakfast, lunch and dinner. Prizes awarded at 7:00pm. Please book in advance.
Click here for more information.

Area Tourism Information: Haliburton Highlands

Area Tourism Information: Ontario's Highlands

MAGNETAWAN

Drag at the Mag
A 2-Day Amateur Snow Drag Racing the weekend of February 28 to March 1, 2015. All amateurs racers welcome, kids included.

Click here for more information.

Area Tourism Information: Municipality of Magnetawan

MIDLAND

Film Series
Huronia Museum
Huronia Museum Film Series brings festival calibre films to Midland movie goers.
Click here for more information.

Live Music & Shows at the Midland Cultural Centre
Devin Cuddy, Wild T and the Spirit, Alex in Wonderland, Alice's Adventures In Wonderland

Moonlight Snowshoe & Fondue
Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre
Explore the Marsh under the full moon. Ski and snowshoe trails will be open late, with last admission at 7:30pm.
Click here for more information.

Area Tourism Information: Midland Tourism

ONTARIO'S LAKE COUNTRY

Classic Film Series
February 2, 3, 4
Enjoy a classic movie for $5 in a classic venue! All movies begin at 7:30 pm and are played at the Orillia Opera House.
Click here for more information.

Live Music & Shows at Casino Rama
Creedence Clearwater Revisited, Cheech & Chong, Frank Sinatra Jr., Foreigner
Click here for more information.

Area Tourism Information: Ontario's Lake Country

This are just some of the events happening - for a complete calendar list visit, 

http://400eleven.com/events.html

Visit our website for fun and specific getaways offers, like...

DogSledding Getaways

Snowmobiling Getaways

Downhill Skiing Getaways

Cross Country Skiing Getaways

Snowshoeing Getaways

Ice Fishing Getaways

Culinary Getaways

Click for more Winter Getaways.

Click here for the Ski and Snowboard north of Toronto info page.
Find links to your favourite alpine and cross country hosts, including links to current conditions, ski schools, web cams and online ticket purchases.

Hope to see you 'north' of Toronto!

Try Stand-UP-Paddle Board this summer--Family Pack

SUPnorth-Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Discover paddle boarding this summer

Cottage Party Pack: SUPnorth will travel to any waterfront location to help you learn to paddle board with instruction.  2 hours of fun.  4 boards, paddles  Price: $350  (extra charges may apply for long distance travel.)   

Kids SUP Club: For kids age 6-10 and 11-13.  A great way for kids to get fit and have fun!  Experience on land and on board fitness sessions as well as learning paddle techniques and playing games.   

 

Full Moon Mexican Fiesta 

Fun filled evening of Yoga, paddle boarding, authentic Mexican Cuisine and Fire Dance Show on July 12.

More exciting Events, Festivals and activities July 11-13

Find a perfect Ontario beach on your getaway north.

Find information on Family Fishing Weekend, Sightseeing Air Tours, Boat Cruises, Scenic Chairlift Rides, Artisan Festival, Resort and Attraction Getaways. 

 

See upcoming Ontario events and festivals visit our Ontario attractions or Family Getaways pages.

Algonquin Ontario Resorts Getaways Algonquin Park Winter Ontario

Algonquin Park:  Scale of green space is large

Enjoy this story by Mark Stevens in the Toronto Star:  Ontario Travel: The call of the wild in wonderful Algonquin Park

NEAR MAYNOOTH, ONT.—"Just the name itself—Algonquin—sends the imagination soaring, evoking images of limpid lakes and sleek canoes.

But today the lakes are frozen, the canoes, snow-shrouded, huddle upside down on racks.

For, come winter, Algonquin Provincial Park has another side."  See complete story

Pristine Algonquin Wilderness for Snowhoeing

Algonquin Getaways & Packages

For more information on the Algonquin area please see Algonquin Ontario Resorts Getaways Algonquin Park Winter Ontario or check the winter getaways offering snowshoeing, skating, winter experiences in the Algonquin area.

Winter Photo: 

Robin Tapley's photo  hints of the pristine wilderness with limited snowshoe prints.  Robin conducts snowshoe excursions into Algonquin Park.... See Tapley's Nature Adventures



Find more of Robin Tapley photos in his snowshoeing gallery for winter in the Muskoka-Georgian Bay area.

Ontario's Big Attractions Romantic Travel Fun

"Big Things" To See on Road Trips In Ontario

Explore Ontario's Jumbo Landmarks

The Big Muskoka Chair in Gravenhurst...r.taylor

The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport wants Ontario residents to  stay-cation in their own province and visit some of the province's larger-than-life landmarks and monuments.

• Wawa's Canadian Goose -- even taller than the T-Rex on display at the ROM.
• Kenora's Husky the Muskie -- muskies eat bait up to 30 per cent of their length -- meaning 'Husky' would go for bait as big as a fishing boat (12ft).
• Sudbury's Big Nickel -- the world's largest coin is 30-feet tall or as tall as a stack of 5,196 nickels -- that's almost $260
• The Haliburton Sculpture Forest in the Village of Haliburton
•  Midland Ontario:  Giant Murals on Georgian Bay 
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Midland Murals on Georgian Bay Ontario

Supporting Ontario's tourism sector is part of the Ontario government's plan to build vibrant local communities while strengthening the economy and creating jobs for families.

See Ontario towns and cities for tourism related activities north of Toronto GTA.

Access areas north of Toronto GTA via Highway 400.  The summer season offers up a number of  romantic road trip suggestions for the perfect romantic getaway in Ontario's cottage and resort destinations. 

LEARN MORE

• 'Big Things' Grow In Ontario
• Plan your Ontario getaway north of Toronto GTA.
• Learn more about events, sites and people in Ontario's history.

Spring Festivals & Events June 4-10, 2012

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Orillia Spring Blues Festival
Orillia
June 7-10 2012
Booker T. Headliner for Orillia Spring Blues Festival
Exciting live blues at various Downtown restaurants & pubs! Outdoor stage at Couchiching Beach Park Saturday & Sunday!
Featured Accomodations:  Best Western Plus Mariposa Inn & Conference Centre ,   Comfort Inn
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels in Orillia, ON   Orillia Hotels on-line

More June Events 

Also in Orilliia:

Spring Boat, Cottage & Outdoor Show

June 08 - 10, 2012

Fri: Noon - 9:00pm / Sat: 9:00am - 9:00pm / Sun: 9:00am - 6:00pm

Welcome to the Spring Boat, Cottage & Outdoor Show at the beautiful Port of Orillia and waterfront parks, Lake Couchiching, Orillia, Ontario, Canada!

 

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Annual Innisfil SummerFest
Innisfil
June 8-10, 2012
Three day outdoor waterfront event on the beautiful shore of Lake Simcoe. Midway, live entertainment, craft, food and retail vendors. Great fun for the whole family.
Featured Accommodation: Carriage Ridge Resort - Horseshoe Valley , Comfort Inn, Georgian Summer Suites,, Horseshoe Resort, Kempenfelt Conference Centre, B & B
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels in Barrie, Ontario,     Barrie Hotels on-line

More June Events 

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Barrie Area Events & Festivals
 

Jazz fans will think they are in New Orleans with the Barrie Jazz and Blues Festival.   Within the  Barrie area a number of weekend events are taking place. Borden Canadian Forces Day and Air Show and the  Annual Innisfil SummerFest.  During your visit check out the Barrie waterfront and several beach areas.

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Borden Canadian Forces Day and Air Show
June 9-10, 2012
This year's Borden Canadian Forces Day and Air Show will commemorate the 200th anniversary of the War of 1812 and the 68th Anniversary of D-Day. 
Borden's Canadian Forces Day and Air Show will have something for everyone on the ground and in the sky.  The air show will include military and civilian air demonstration and acrobatic team including the pre-eminent Canadian Forces Snowbirds Demonstration Team and the CF-18 Hornet Demonstration Team.
Featured Accommodation in Barrie: Carriage Ridge Resort - Horseshoe Valley , Comfort Inn, Georgian Summer Suites,, Horseshoe Resort, Kempenfelt Conference Centre, B & B
Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels in Barrie, Ontario,     Barrie Hotels on-lineMore June Events

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The King's Wharf Theatre in Penetanguishenes starts their Theatre Season
With customized Drayton Entertainment getaway packages you can create a truly unforgettable theatre experience.
King's Wharf Theatre Schedule:    2012 Season  Annie May 29 - June 23, Murder at Fern Resort   June 27- July 14,  Harvey  July 18 - August 4, Blue Suede Shoes:  Memories of the King  Aug 8- Sept 1. Call our Box Office and we'll coordinate all the details: 1-855-drayton (372-9866). 

Featured Accommodations in Midland & area : A Wymbolwood Beach House B & B,   Best Western Highland Inn & Conference Centre, Comfort Inn, Little Lake Inn Bed & Breakfast, Sugar Ridge Retreat

Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Midland, ON

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Arts on Main 2012
May 26 – June 16, 2012
AllistonJoin us throughout May, June! Participate and enjoy the creative talent, the musical delights from youth to senior and the discovery of unique and wonderful art showcased throughout South Simcoe.
Featured Accommodations:  Nottawasaga Inn Resort, Red Pine Inn

Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels  in Alliston, ON

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Haliburton County Studio Tour 25th

Anniversary Exhibition

Rails End Gallery

Haliburton

Transitions -May 5-June 17, 2012

Celebrating 25 years of fine craft and art in the Haliburton Highlands. This group exhibition showcasing work by artists on the well loved, and widely acclaimed, Haliburton County Studio Tour; includes historical perspectives, DVD presentation along with original fine craft and visual art.

Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Haliburton, ON, Haliburton hotels on-line

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Rice Lake Spring Fishing Festival

May 12 - June 17, 2012
Join us for the Rice Lake Spring Fishing Festival May 12 to June 17, 2012! Try your luck at catching tagged crappie, walleye, blue gill and perch to win your share of prizes, including the grand prize Gas Card from Pioneer Petroleums!Featured accommodation near Peterborough:  The Irwin Inn, Marrick's Landing Cottages, Pine Vista Resort, The Village Inn Woodview: Viamede

Stay at Resorts, Inn, Hotels Peterborough area

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Temiskaming Smallmouth Bass Series
May 27 –September 30, 2012
The Series is set up to give every team a chance to fish in a Classic at the lowest price possible. Sesekinika Lake, Kenogami Lake, Larder Lake, Lake Temiskaming New Liskeard, Bay Lake Latchford, Lake Temagami, Cassels Lake Temagami, Port Loring, Mattawa, Trout Lake, Lake Nosbonsing, Lake Nipissing Hunters Bay, Classic

Stay at Resorts, Inn, Hotels Temagami, Lake Nipissing - West Nipissing Region, North Bay, Callander, Monetville, Lavigne, Lake Nosbonsing - Powassan

More June Events

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Canadian Spirit: 2012
Owen Sound

April 4- October 30, 2012

Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Tom Thomson's First Trip to Algonquin Park, with event at participating community partners from Owen Sound and Huntsville.

Stay at Resorts, Inns, Hotels Owen Sound, Huntsville

More June Events 

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Spring Romantic Getaways-April Romance North of Toronto GTA

April Travel in Ontario

Featured April getaways include a selection of resort destinations north in cottage country. As the spring Canada Blooms show winds down, and after the cottage-home shows debut the mood for a romantic or adventure getaway takes over.  Spring Getaways in Ontario will be blooming in a variety of destination areas from Lake of Bays, Algonquin to Muskoka, Collingwood and Midland, and North Bay.

Road Trips North in Ontario

Easter falls during the first weekend in April. Consider a spring road trip or drive north. Spring in Ontario Canada is unique for its beauty, wildflowers, and return of many species of birds, the beginning of fishing season, romantic getaway weekends and the golf season. 

Wildlife viewing is at its best before the foliage fills the forest floors.

Ontario Provincial Flower "The Trillium" is a Spring Flower

Trilliums in Bloom

One of the first signs of spring is the number of spring flowers that begin to bloom, even before all of the snow melts. It is good luck to make a wish when you see your first spring wildflower. You make the wish for someone else, and all the joys of spring will go to both you and the person you wished for. The Province of Ontario has their official flower the Trillium. The Trillium grows wild and is predominant throughout the woodlands and forests north of Toronto. This is a truly remarkable flower, mostly white in colours but with hues of purples and pinks with the odd pure purple coloured Trillium..

Spring Skiing, Easter, Spring Getaways Ontario Report

Spring skiing...getaways....Easter holiday

Wed March 21, 2012  Ontario, Canada:  

"The ski season is winding down across Ontario with just one alpine resort reporting in today. We
can expect once again, record mild temperatures reaching around the +24 degree Celsius
range. Blue Mountain in Collingwood will be open from 9am to 4:30pm today on soft spring
snow surfaces. They will have two lifts and four slopes open." 

Ski and Snow Report is provided by The Ministry of Tourism-Ontario Travel in Barrie. 


It is time to think about spring getaways, summer getaways and  Easter in Ontario:  

 

Romantic Getaway of the Week
Spa Getaway of the Week
Family Getaway of the Week
Seasonal March Getaway of the Week
Weekend Getaway of the Week
Summer Getaway of the Week
More information on March Weekend Getaways Ontario fun.

Find additional information on March Ontario events and festivals taking place in resort destinations and regions north of Toronto.

Romantic Ontario Getaways Resorts Inns Weekends Romantic Trips Ontario

Romantic Ontario Getaways Resorts Inns Weekends Romantic Trips Ontario:
Ontario romantic getaways often turn into life-long romances.  As we move to the winter season one can envision warm snuggling by a fireplace after a crisp sunset walk on frozen lakeside trails. Romantic getaways north of Toronto are enhanced with fine hospitality at inns, resorts, country inns, hotels, cottages and rustic cabins.

Check our November and early December featured romantic road trip getaways: Sand Lake Cottages & Inn - Kearney, Bourget Inn & Spa, The - Bourget, Millcroft Inn and Spa - Caledon, Okimot Lodge on Tomiko Lake - Crystal Falls, Pretty River Valley Country Inn-Collingwood.

Ontario Getaway Packages-Ontario Travel North

Many of the "Ontario Travel North" members are updating their getaways and packages including the month of December and the beginning of the 2012 holiday season.  A variety of Ontario getaway packages are available in resort cottages, spa resorts, and resort hotels.  There are featured gift certificate ideas for the summer season.

Buttermilk Falls Resort - Minden December Cottage Getaways & Winter getaway packages

The Couples Resort,  Algonquin Park - Whitney  November and December Spa Getaways

Westin Trillium House, Blue Mountain - Blue Mountains  Holiday Season Getaways

Georgian Bay Airways Ltd. - Parry Sound--Gift Certificates 

Get the updates on late fall and winter getaway packages  in resort destinations north of Toronto.

Ontario Travel to the Wild Side at Wye Marsh Midland

Midland, Ontario-Tay Township – Wye Marsh is pleased to kick-off our new twelve-month Wye Nature Workshop series with the Wildflower Gardening Workshop hosted by the Wildflower Gardeners. Together with the volunteer gardeners, we are offering a unique workshop on Saturday, May 2, 2009. Come for a spectacular wildflower garden slideshow and learn from the ladies as they share general instructions for constructing or enhancing your own garden. In addition, you will plant your very own wildflower seed to take home, partake in a guided walk through the Wye Marsh’s garden and we’ll conclude the workshop with a special wildflower tea party.

Photo: Marsh Marigolds at Wye Marsh.

Collectively, this group of volunteers has over 500 years experience in wildflower gardening. We look forward to sharing this wealth of knowledge with you, as you’re sure to be inspired and will want to cultivate your own wildflower garden at home. Oh, and this would make an excellent early Mother’s Day gift! Pre-registration required. Phone: 705-(705) 526-7809

Cottage Rentals Spring and Summer

Cottage rentals in the spring, summer, fall and winter offer the perfect getaway time north of Toronto in cottage country. Families or couples can choose their cottage rental accommodation from a variety of categories. Many cottages today vary in terms of the romantic cottage with fireplace, hot tub and jacuzzi for two or a Honeymoon couple, up to to multi-levels of bedrooms for accommodation of 10 or more guests with several bedrooms for large families or groups for their summer vacation holiday or extended summer family cottage vacation. Check out one of the spring getaway packages or summer getaway packages at a resort destination north of Toronto.

Ontario Travel to Christmas New Year Getaways

Kiss Your Way to 2009 with December, Christmas, New Year Getaways North of Toronto North of Toronto………. December 2008. The arrival of snow has initiated some of the earliest openings for the ski and snowboard enthusiasts in the Snow Belt areas north of Toronto. Families are excited about snow tubing, and outdoor winter fun and a good base of snow for the many outdoor winter activities including snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. The Ontario Ski and Snowboard reports are adding more destinations daily to the lists of resort destinations with snow and outdoor winter recreation north of Toronto. Many of the areas are offering early bird discounts before the Christmas season gets under way. A sample of the more than 100 Christmas New Year and winter getaways available on the Ontario Travel North of Toronto follows:
MISTLETOE KISS @ SAM JAKES INN: Guests receive their own piece of mistletoe as they are treated to two night holiday romance package! Two night package includes a gift of mistletoe, walking tour flyer, VQA wine basket, $50 spa credit, shopping coupons, 2 course a la carte dinner, country breakfast, special occasion treat. From $264 per person, based on double occupancy. Taxes & gratuities are extra.
HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS" CHRISTMAS ESCAPE @ THE CRANBERRY RESORT Bring family and friends and begin a tradition of moments that matter. Enjoy a hot chocolate by an open campfire; take a snowshoe walk along the Georgian Trail, Package starts at 139. per person double occupancy includes: Two nights hotel accommodation applicable taxes and gratuities not included; December 24th and 25th Christmas Day Brunch Christmas Gift Cranberry Activity Dollars (Value of over $330).
FOUR FRIENDS NEW YEAR CELEBRATION @ WOODLAND ECHOES Includes a personal four person hot tub, Cottage with 4 person hot tub and fireplace, Champagne, Fireworks, Irish coffee warm up, 2 nights accommodation in a 2 bedroom cottage, special New Years Eve surf and turf dinner, Welcome basket with party favours, starting at $150/person/night + Taxes and Gratuities
See more Christmas New Years getaways for additional locations north of Toronto. Also see a selection of special Romantic Getaways for couples traveling north of Toronto. Families looking for getaways in 2009 can select a variety of winter getaways including special snowshoeing, snowmobiling, skiing (x-country & downhill), snowboarding, snow tubing, ice fishing, ice skating in Ontario’s winter resort destinations north of Toronto -30-

Fall National & International Events North of Toronto

Ontario Travel North of Toronto the week of Sept. 15, 2008. Three major events are taking place this week north, north-east & north-west of Toronto.

The 2008 Georgian College Auto Show on September 19, 20, 21, is showcasing technological advances in the automotive industry and their direct impact on the environment. The slogan for this year (Renew, unite, evolve) also has an environmental or “green” focus.

The second major event is the 2008 International Plowing Match in Teeswater , Bruce County Ontario September 16^th to the 20^th... The focus is to highlight the many aspects of agriculture, rural life and down home hospitality. Experience Canada's largest outdoor agricultural exhibition.

The third main event is the change of the fall colours and views of the magnificent hardwood forests of Sugar maple, Striped Maple, Yellow birch, Beech, and Black Cherry trees north of Toronto.

More than 25 fall colour routes and road trips are suggested for your travel north in Ontario.

All of the events have family activities, educational information, and are reasonable in price for an affordable family fall outing. The fall colour displays are in most cases free unless you are paying for a park admissions fee.

Ontario Holidays with History and Outdoor Beaches

Midland-Penetanguishene and Georgian Bay Area.

The Southern Georgian Bay area and Historic Midland provide exceptional vacation holidays for families with an interest in Canada's rich history and fun times at the beach with the kids. Beaches abound in the Midland area such as the one at Gawley Park or one of Ontario's outstanding beach areas is Awenda Provincial Park or one of the many beach locations areas in and around Midland-Penetanguishene. As one of the top 100 places to see in Ontario. Downtown Midland hould be on every visitors and residents travel list. Midland hosts North America’s largest outdoor mural and was recently listed in the Ron Brown first edition of Top 100 Unusual Things to see in Ontario released September 17^th 2007, Boston Mills Press. Brown labels the murals as a "Giant Outdoor Art Gallery". The murals depicting a scene from the Jesuits meeting Huron aboriginals for the first time is the largest outdoor historic mural in North America. Ron Brown is a Canadian travel writer and broadcaster who is the author of several books on unusual features to see throughout Ontario. His latest titles include Downtown Ontario; Unusual Main Streets to Explore, and Top One Hundred Unusual Things to See in Ontario. Toronto-based Brown also regularly contributes to CBC Radio broadcasts.

For the summer of 2008 our murals are continuing to be restored by 3 local artists with the financial aid of the Ontario Trillium Foundation. Ruth Hurdle is recreating the Rotary Mural which was originally on the LCBO building. This mural will be relocated on the side of T & G Fabrics. Terri-Lee Milley will be recreating the S.S. Lemoyne mural which will be painted on location on the side of Homecoming beside St. Paul’s United Church. Sonja Rathke has been restoring all the murals located at the Town of Midland’s Harbour Master’s office at the bottom of King Street this summer. Please feel free to speak with them about their experiences.

Midland Ontario is 90 minutes north of the Greater Toronto Area, and 35 minutes North West of Barrie. Situated on the shores of Georgian Bay in historic Huronia, the Midland area is one of Ontario’s earliest developed settlements dating back to the early 1600’s and Samuel de Champlain.

WHERE TO STAY IN THE AREA: Hotels, Resorts and Historic Inns are available in the Southern Georgian Bay area. See Midland Area Accommodation

WHAT TO DO IN THE AREA. Exciting historical re-enactments and attractions, fresh clean beaches complement First Nations history, Georgian Bay Cruises and Great Lakes British Navel history and the towering Martyrs’ Shrine. http://www.georgianbaytourism.on.ca/S/Attractions.aspx

TOURIST INFORMATION: FREE full colour guidebook available by calling 1800-263-7745, or view Georgian Bay Visitor Guide on-line

For additional information on Downtown Midland and the Midland Mural Project contact Meredith Forrest at 705.527.7246

Ontario Travel to Spring Maple Syrup Festivals Continues in April

2008 Maple Syrup Season McDonalds Corners
March 1 –April 30, 2008
See how Maple Syrup is made at the sugar bush. Sleigh rides, taffy-on-snow and artisans in the Museum on weekends, tours, nature trails, heritage displays, pancake meals, and maple products for sale Web: www. wheelersmaple. com

Shaws Maple Bush Tours
March-April. Between Barrie and Orillia, there is a Pancake House, and maple bush fun. Percheron horses will take you through the maple wonderland. When the snow melts we trade the sleigh for a wagon. Rides are available on weekends during March and April, usually around lunch time

Elmvale Maple Syrup Festival
April 19, 2008
more info http://www.elmvalemaplesyrup.ca/index.html

Maplefest
Millbrook April 19-20, 2008
Enjoy a heritage maple syrup festival in a historic town and sugarbush, including: bucket sap collection, horsedrawn wagon rides, interpretive trail walks, live entertainment and pancake breakfast.
Web: www.millbrook.ca

Powassan Maple Syrup Festival - Powassan, ON
April 26, 2008
More info http://www.powassansyrupfestival.ca/

Ontario Travel Easter is Early in 2008

Easter Getaways North of Toronto

One of the earliest signals for spring is the Easter holiday and vacation period. Easter 2008 is no exception with the Easter weekend staring early March 20 with Good Friday March 21, 2008 and ending Easter Monday March 24, 2008. This is the perfect time to take that 2, 3 or 4 day getaway with the kids and hunt for Easter eggs, the Easter Bunny, special Easter Sunday church services, parades, family togetherness, and of course lots of Easter chocolate. We at 400Eleven wish everyone a "Happy Easter". Please check our events page for Easter activities North of Toronto, Ontario. Selections of Easter Getaway Packages north of Toronto please visit

Easter Spring Getaways.

Ontario Travel to March Break Getaways

The next big getaway for Ontario Families will be the March Break or Spring Break school break.
Starting on March 7 for most shcool boards there is a myriad of activities awainting north of Toronto. More than 30 march break getaways will keep the kids busy and the parents happy during the holiday week.

Travel Ontario to March Break Getaways Packages

RESERVE YOUR 2008 MARCH BREAK GETAWAY PACKAGES NOW.

More than 35 Ontario getaways packages are available for the Spring school break in March. Package prices vary depending on the number in your group or family, type of accommodation or meal choice.

Guests can select from a variety of getaway packages where they can build an igloo, enjoy a sleigh ride, participate in snow tube races, kids games and activities, skiing downhill or cross country, ice skating, snowshoeing, and ice fishing. You can also pretend you are in the Olympics and try the downhill 'luge' package. Several Ontario Resorts are providing sugar bush tours where they will be making maple syrup.

Select a variation of hotels, motels, cottages, resorts or cabins with some exciting value getaways will make the 2008 spring break-march break a vacation to remember.

Many destinations will feature events and festivals, and March Break kids day camps, Maple Syrup festivals and fun competitions. Watch
Watch for changing events and festivals listed for the March spring break period.

Family Day Weekend in Ontario

Welcome to Ontario family getaways. February of 2008 will signal a historic ocassion in the Province of Ontario with the arrival of the first public holiday in the winter called Family Day.

We encourage visitors to take advantage of some of the many special family getaways or one of the many winter getawaya offering a variety of outdoor activities including, snowshoeing, downhill and cross-country skiing, ice fishing, snowmobiling, ice-skating, and indoor relaxing around a warm firs.

See winter getaways

Ontario Travel During Family Day Weekend 2008

The Financial Post reported today Sat. 19^th, Jan. 2008 that Ontario resorts (resort destinations in Ontario) should benefit from the Province’s new family day on February 18. The article contends based on Ipso Reid and Expedia report that “31% of Canadians plan some type of trip for the February holiday weekend.” If one quarter of Ontario vacationers say they plan to go south that leaves ¾ who will probably stay in Ontario or Canada. Good news for Tourism in Canada and Ontario. My calculations say that approximately 3,000,000 Ontario residents will be engaging in a mini-vacation or a day trip during February Family Day Weekends.

Already there are a number of Ontario Resorts offering getaway packages in February and a number of attractions such as the Wye Marsh near Midland Ontario are setting up day long activities and programs for the Family Day on the Monday. For example Wye Marsh is offering, Free snowshoe rentals for all children 12 and under, Free cross country ski lessons at 10:00 am and 1:00 pm, Meet the Creatures Live Animal Shows at 11:30 am and 2:30 pm.