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Welcome to one of Ontario’s most beloved four-season destinations – the Town of Huntsville, theTownship of Lake of Bays, and Algonquin Provincial Park — a vast and wondrous playground thatattracts tourists from every corner of the world. A place where people take life just a little bit easier,and maybe enjoy it just a bit differently than their big city cousins.

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H U N T S V I L L E / L A K E O F B A Y S / A L G O N Q U I N P A R KH U N T S V I L L E / L A K E O F B A Y S / A L G O N Q U I N P A R K

Arts, Culture & Heritage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Happy Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Festival of the Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Attractions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

The Park-to-Park Trail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Parks & Beaches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

The Turtles of Muskoka . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Winter Fun in Huntsville & Lake of Bays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Muskoka by Snowmobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Arrowhead Provincial Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Cultural Tourism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

The SS Bigwin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Flavour Adventures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Muskoka is Triathlon Country . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

For People Passionate About Algonquin Park . . . . . . . . . . .33

Where to Stay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Celebrating Tom Thomson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Lake of Bays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Adventures in Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Thinking of Relocating? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Girlfriends’ Getaway Weekend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

The Home of Dara Howell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

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Arts, culture and heritage are

everywhere. they are in us and around

us, all the time. they are in nature and in

what we value. they are how we live,

what we wear, what we eat, where we

stay and what we say.

say what?

And yes, arts, culture and heritage are

in our humour too.

so what makes any place’s arts,

culture and heritage better than another?

Nothing. it isn’t. it’s never better, it’s only

different.

We are too close to our own unique

and quirky culture to really see it

objectively. When we travel, we can see

the culture of our destinations clearly.

guess what? visitors here can see that

about us too! Hokey noodles, they can

even hear it! the culture of Huntsville and

Lake of Bays areas is strong and clear.

good and strong and clear. We’re honest.

that’s what we call authenticity.

so what is it? it’s clean air and fresh

water, white snow and rainbows, it’s dank

dark boreal forest, it’s primeval moss and

lichen… and it’s sparkling sunshine and

fresh pine-scented breezes. this rugged

beauty of our landscape has inspired

iconic Canadian artists like tom thomson

and the group of seven.

Huntsville (population 19,056) is the

largest town in the Muskoka region

of ontario, Canada. it is located 215

kilometres (134 mi) north of toronto, in

the hilly terrain of the Canadian shield

and is dotted with many lakes. due to its

natural beauty and abundant natural

resources Huntsville is known as a major

tourist destination, drawing people from

around the world. it was recognized by

National geographic Magazine as the # 1

travel destination in 2011 and made the

top 20 in 2012. the toronto star ranked

the town the #1 place to take a summer

trip in 2011. Keith Bellows, editor in Chief

of National geographic includes

Huntsville and the Muskoka region in his

recently released book "100 Places that

Can Change Your Child’s Life." Huntsville

acts as a western gateway to Algonquin

Provincial Park and was host to the 36th

g8 summit in June 2010.

our arts and our culture naturally

evolve from our environment and our

heritage. Not too long ago, Huntsville and

Lake of Bays were the ancestral hunting,

gathering, and meeting lands of the

Anishinabe. guess what folks? they’re still

here, sharing traditional wisdom and

indigenous knowledge of how to live in

harmony in this landscape. Muskoka

Heritage Place tells the story of

“Muskoka’s First People”. respect. oh

and they also have a living cross roads

Pioneer village and an authentic narrow-

gauge steam train pulling open-aired

coaches. Want to drive a train? the

engineer-for-a-day Program at Muskoka

Heritage Place may be just your ticket.

Arts, culture and heritage are literally

around every corner in Huntsville and

area – visit the year-round outdoor

group of seven free mural tour

downtown or the free art exhibits in the

Canada summit Centre, the library and

galleries and stores galore.

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By Teri Souter, Manager of Arts, Culture & Heritage, Town of Huntsville

Prefer music or performing arts? the Algonquin theatre, home

of the Huntsville Festival of the Arts, welcomes you to world-

class entertainment in our state-of-the-art facility — as intimate

and comfortable as your living room, but with better sound and

light and famous guests.

Food and beverage are a big part of our heritage. You can

argue the merits of lager or ale over locally-crafted brews —

with local craftsmen — in any pub in town. You can challenge

your taste buds to savour Muskoka with locally-sourced

ingredients creating a world-fusion of taste sensations. We are

fearless. on the other hand, a hand-crafted ice cream cone is

also refreshing. We have farmer’s markets and trout farms. But

not trout muffins. Not yet.

Water. Yup. it’s everywhere here. Whether sparkling in the

sunshine or snowing and blowing powder on the ski hills. spring

and summer we swim, we boat, we have bathtub derbys.

Woods and trails. got ‘em. We walk, we hike, we bike, we

skateboard. You can too.

We are open for business and have all that busy-work and

high speed blah blah cell signal ya want. And hammocks, we have

those too.

We’ve got high fashion and low overheads. Quick wits and

slow fish.

We’re dark night skies and sparkling stars,

fireflies, campfires, toasted marshmallows. We’re daisies and

hummingbirds, good books and good cooks.

oh, and sport! How could we forget sport? We’re good

sports, we’re good at sports, we golf, we ski, we win gold medals.

We celebrate. We lose. We celebrate. We can teach you to be a

good sport too.

“tapestry of Place” is the name of Huntsville and Lake of

Bays Cultural tourism plan. Yes, it’s a tangled web we weave.

We’re as much a crazy quilt as a tapestry, and we are so much

more than that. We’re prayer flags and unity pins, we’re church

bells, we’re medicine wheels and big bikes. We’re inspired, and

we can inspire you. Join us. We love that.

We make an art out of living right, right here in Huntsville!

Welcome to the Town of Huntsville!

Huntsville hosts numerous year-roundfestivals and world-class events in our

state of the art facilities.

enjoy the natural landscape and beauty thatsurrounds Huntsville with the towering white

pines, granite rocks and pristine lakes.

Muskoka Heritage Place is an historicalhighlight. experience a steam train ride,

two museums and pioneer village.

enjoy year-round live entertainmenton stage at the Algonquin theatre in the

heart of downtown.

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take a deep breath – stop and listen for

the wild sounds amongst the trees. Look

out over a forest canopy or learn an

interesting fact about ecology. You are on

one of the many trails in Algonquin

Provincial Park and whether you are out

for a short day-hike, an overnight back-

packing trip, on your bike, snowshoes or

with cross-country skis, these are among

the best ways to experience Algonquin!

Interpretive TrailsPerhaps the most popular and accessible

of trails in Algonquin are the interpretive

trails scattered along Highway 60. each

one focuses on a unique aspect of

Algonquin’s natural or cultural history.

there is a trail to suit every interest and

fitness level, from an easy 1.5 km

boardwalk trail that introduces the visitor

to spruce bogs and wildlife typical of the

north (spruce Bog Boardwalk), to a

demanding 10 km hike up a high ridge that

affords reveals an excellent breathtaking

view over some of Algonquin’s lakes and

forests (Centennial ridges).

other interpretive trails vary in length

and include Whiskey rapids (2.1 km),

Hardwood Lookout (1.0 km), Mizzy Lake

(10.8 km), Peck Lake (2.3 km), track and

tower (7.5 km), Hemlock Bluff (3.5 km),

Bat Lake (5.8 km), two rivers (2.3 km),

Lookout (2.1 km), Big Pines (2.9 km) and

Booth’s rock (5.1 km). All of these trails

are a scenic 30-70 minute drive from

Huntsville.

For those wishing to explore the Park

further, there are also interpretive trails on

the North and east sides of Algonquin

Park: Barron Canyon (1.5 km), Berm Lake

(4.5 km) and Brent Crater (2 km).

Backpacking TrailsFor more adventurous hikers, Algonquin

has three impressive networks of

backpacking trails, with loops that range

from 6 km to 88 km in length. overnight

or multiple night backpacking trips will give

a new appreciation for getting ‘into the

bush.’ As your trip ends, you will emerge

at the trailhead feeling the satisfaction

of finishing your trek and relishing

the memories of wilderness that you

encountered on the trail.

Bicycle TrailsWhen you come to Algonquin, don’t

forget your bike! Whether you are

looking for a technical challenge on your

mountain bike, or prefer to stick to more

leisurely trails with the family, Algonquin

has a bike trail for you. the Minnesing

Mountain Bike trail has four challenging

loops (4.7 – 23.4 km in length) that will

take 1 – 3 hours to ride, and will bring you

through hardwood forests and beside

lakes in the Park’s largest wilderness zone.

if you are with your family, or just

prefer a more relaxing ride, then be sure

to visit the recently extended old railway

Bike trail, accessible from Mew Lake

Campground, Kearney Lake, Pog Lake,

Campground and rock Lake and Coon

Lake Campgrounds. Now stretching for

16 km (one-way) from Cache Lake to

rock Lake along the bed of the old

ottawa-Arnprior-Parry sound rail line; this

trail gives the rider a chance to explore,

through wayside exhibits, the history of

the rail line and a different era in Algonquin.

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others on the trail and enjoy the scenery!

Winter TrailsPossibly one of the most beautiful and

rewarding times of the year to visit the

Park would be after a fresh snowfall, with

blue skies and the crisp winter air against

your face. Algonquin’s three excellent

cross-country ski trail networks allow you

to experience just this. the winter also has

to be one of the better times of the year

to see wildlife, or at least the tracks that

they have left behind.

the Fen Lake ski trail - a groomed trail

network that explores old hardwood

forests typical of the west side of

Algonquin - is located just inside the Park

at the West gate (about 30 minutes from

Huntsville) and has loops that range from

easy to more difficult (1.1 – 12.9 km). in

the winter, the Minnesing Bicycle trail

becomes a Wilderness ski trail

(ungroomed), offering the skier a chance

to explore the park’s winter wonderland.

the Leaf Lake ski trail offers a wide range

of options and the Pinetree Loop ranks

highly amongst the premiere ski trails in

southern ontario for the experienced

skier. on a clear day, the lookouts on this

loop provide a view of more than 15 km.

Another activity that many people

enjoy in Algonquin is snowshoeing. Many

of our regular interpretive trails as well as

the Minnesing bike trail are available for

snowshoeing depending on weather and

trail visitation. Always remember to keep

track of the time as it gets darker much

earlier in the winter.

AttractionsA great way to start or to relax after

spending some time on one of Algonquin’s

many trails is with a visit to the Algonquin

visitor Centre, the Algonquin Logging

Museum or the Algonquin Art gallery.

inside the visitor Centre are world-

class exhibits on the natural and cultural

history of the park, a bookstore and

nature shop, and an observation deck that

has a tremendous view of a wild Algonquin

landscape. Also, new as of 2013 is the fully

accessible “Fire tower trail” that leads to a

life size replica of a fire tower cupola

where you can learn about Algonquin

Park’s fire tower history.

the Algonquin Art gallery is open

seasonally, from June to october, and

displays an Algonquin-inspired selection of

works in the three wings of its gallery, as

well as an outdoor gallery and a boutique.

the Algonquin Logging Museum is a

definite stop for anyone interested in the

history of logging and displays a recreated

camboose camp and an old steam-

powered machine called an “alligator”

along an easy 1.3 km trail.

As you finish hiking, biking, skiing,

or snowshoeing a trail in Algonquin Park,

you will be reminded of what makes this

landscape special. it could have been the

sunrise over a misty lake, a glimpse of

moose through the trees, the chorus

of bird songs, or just the sense of

accomplishment that you feel as you reach

the end of a trail.

Come and discover your favourite

Algonquin trail! For more information on

our trails, or if you have any questions

about Algonquin Park please visit our

website at: www.algonquinpark.on.ca.

For the past twenty two years the

Huntsville Festival, recognized as the

area’s premier multi-genre performing

arts festival, has made a name far beyond

its borders for its artistic offerings in the

fields of jazz, pop, choral, Celtic, country,

orchestral and classical music, as well as

theatre, written word, poetry and the

visual arts.

Leading off is a pre summer event

featuring Canada’s own lead astronaut

Colonel Chris Hadfield. Col Hadfield will

present an evening of words, pictures

and music and share his many amazing

experiences with our Huntsville

audience. From the challenges of

becoming an astronaut to commanding

the international space station and

developing a social media interaction

never experienced before, Col Hadfield

can reflect on a career that has given him

a unique perspective about the world

around us (and sometimes below us).

Heading into July the Festival is known

for attracting National and internationally

recognized artists. renowned world

music guitarist extraordinaire, Jesse

Cook, returns to the Festival this year in

early July, and opens the summer portion

of the Festival over two evenings. Brilliant

guitarist, and blues master, Colin James

returns as well, presenting his duo show

in the intimate confines of the 400 seat

Algonquin theatre. Celebrating their own

45th anniversary the sweet sounds of the

British Columbia Boys Choir will be

enjoyed by our choral fans and for lovers

of light pop and jazz Holly Cole will

return to the Algonquin theatre stage.

Although too early to confirm it is

expected that Alan doyle, better known

as the lead singer for Canadian super

group great Big sea, will be back as well

as Huntsville’s own Hawksley Workman

with his new group Mounties. in addition

to these artists there are a number of

great evening performances so check out

the lineup closer to the July kickoff.

the Huntsville Jazz Festival will return

again in 2014, running from July 31 to

August 2. Well respected pianist Joe sealy

will be bringing his Africville concert on

July 31 as a quintet and joined by the

amazing vocals of Jackie richardson. the

next night Jane Bunnett brings her Cuban

influences to our stage as she performs

alongside Maqueque featuring a sextet of

the finest female Cuban musicians.

Closing the mini Jazz Festival will be the

brilliant piano artistry of Michael

Kaeshammer. No stranger to our

Huntsville audiences, Kaeshammer is at

home performing pop and r&B ballads as

he is performing the boogie-woogie

music he is known for. And to boot he

sings … what a package!

in addition to this special day of

festivities the fringe aspect of the Festival

continues to grow with a series of free

events. Nuit Blanche North returns on

saturday July 12 for its fourth year. in

2013 over 5,000 local residents and

visitors of all ages crowded the Main

street and town dock to enjoy an

eclectic mix of interactive art installations.

running from 8pm until the wee hours of

the morning this year’s event promises to

have a number of surprises that can be

enjoyed by the whole family. entertaining

buskers will be returning and the very

popular evening fire show is sure to thrill

visitors once again..

the always popular en Plein Air, a

daylong outdoor visual arts fundraising

event, and the interactive Arts splash

children’s art and activity day, return and

families can enjoy the children’s series, at

the Legion, co-presented with the

Huntsville Public Library. our ‘Play Me’

piano in the theatre courtyard will return

inviting you to tinkle the ivories in this

unique open air setting. each year new

activities are added to enhance the appeal

of the Festival. if you plan to be in the

area over July and August, visit our

website for a current list of events!

For tickets and information, contact the

Box office at 705-789-4975, email

info@huntsvillefestival.on.ca or visit

www.huntsvillefestival.on.ca.

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For every season and reason, there’s a festival or special eventgoing on somewhere in Huntsville, Lake of Bays or AlgonquinProvincial Park. From loppets, winter carnivals, and maple syrupfestivals, to fishing derbies to fabulous fall fairs and studio tours,there is always something to delight, excite and ignite theimagination of every member of your family!

Events

Downtown HuntsvilleGroup of Seven Mural Festival – JulyTom Thomson 100th AnniversaryHuntsville Festival of the Arts – JulyMidnight Madness – July Summer Sidewalk Adventure – August Antique, Classic & Custom Car Show – September Tiny Tots Hallowe’en Parade – October Huntsville Santa Claus Parade – November

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Arts & CultureBanff Mount Film Festival – January Huntsville Festival of the Arts Spring Play – Shrek! The Musical – April

Girlfriends Getaway Weekend, Spring Edition – April Live it! A Culinary, Home & Garden Getaway – JuneNational Aboriginal Day – JuneArt Splash – July Pride Picnic – JulyHuntsville Festival of the Arts 22ndAnniversary Season – July

Huntsville Jazz Festival – July/AugustEdge of the Woods Outdoor Theatre Festival – July Nuit Blanche North – JulyBaysville Walkabout Festival – July en Plein Air Painting and Auction – July Baysville Boat Show – August Artist of the Limberlost Open StudioTour Weekend – August

Muskoka Autumn Studio Tour – September/October Muskoka Sound – SeptemberHuntsville Fall Fair – September Cultural Days – SeptemberFilm North – SeptemberTiny Tots Hallowe’en Parade – October Muskoka Heritage Place Great Pumpkin Trail – OctoberTwas the Month Before Christmas – November

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This is a only a selection of events in our area. Please visit www.huntsvilleadventures.com for a complete

list of community events with details.

Athletic & SportingHuntsville Girls Hockey Association Hockey Tournament – January2014 Ontario Winter Games – February Spin the Lakes Bike Tour – May Band on the Run: 2014 Half Marathon – JuneBig East River X – June The Limberlost Challenge – JulyRotary Dockfest – July Port Sydney Muskoka Kids Triathlon – JulyPaddle for Fairvern – AugustHuntsville Muskoka Otters Junior A Season Opener – September Muskoka River X – September Muskoka Ironman 70.3 – September Running Scared – Huntsville’s 5km Zombie Run – October

Winter Carnivals & ParadesHuntsville Santa Claus Parade – November Baysville Santa Claus Parade – DecemberPort Sydney Winter Carnival – JanuaryWinter Comedy Carnival, Huntsville – JanuaryDwight Winter Carnival – FebruaryDorset Snowball – February

Winter FunMuskoka Loppet, Arrowhead Park – January Algonquin Park – Winter in the Wild Festival – FebruaryKearney Dog Sled Races – February Winter in the Wild Festival – February

’Farmers MarketsOpen Spring until FallHuntsville – ThursdaysDwight –TuesdaysBaysville – FridaysHuntsville 100km Farm, Fresh & Homemade Market — Saturdays

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Algonquin Theatre 1-888-696-4255, 705-789-4975www.algonquintheatre.ca

Deerhurst Musical Stage Show1-800-461-4393, 705-789-6411www.thedecadesshow.com

Dorset Fire Tower Lookout705-766-1032

Dorset Heritage Museum705-766-2814 • www.dorsetheritagemuseum.ca

Dyer Memorial Nature ReserveWilliamsport Road, Huntsville

Group of Seven Outdoor Gallery Walking Tour705-789-1400 • www.groupofsevenoutdoorgallery.ca

Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area1-800-398-9555, 705-789-1773www.skihiddenvalley.on.ca

Huntsville Festival of the Arts1-800-663-2787, 705-788-2787www.huntsvillefestival.on.ca

Huntsville Otters Junior A Hockeywww.huntsvillehockey.ca

Lady Muskoka Boat Tours1-800-263-5239, 705-646-2628www.ladymuskoka.com

Lake of Bays Brewing Company Tours705-767-2313 • www.lakeofbaysbrewing.ca

Muskoka Heritage Place - Museum, Village, Train 1-888-696-4255, 705-789-7576www.muskokaheritageplace.org

Muskoka Steamships1-866-408-4795, 705-687-6667www.realmuskoka.com

River Mill Park and PlaygroundDowntown Huntsville

Rotary Youth Park Skateboarding Park located in Huntsville at McCulley –Robertson Complex, www.rotaryyouthpark.com

Sugarbush Hill Maple Farm705-787-9787 • www.sugarbushhill.com

Treetop Trekking1-855-788-9009 , 705-788-9000www.treetoptrekking.com

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simply enjoy a tour around the links,

no visit to Huntsville and Lake of Bays

should be without a round or two at

any of our amazing courses. The same

imposing rock outcroppings and

expansive lake vistas that have made

Muskoka famous ensure that no two

of our courses are the same.

Looking for a professional level test

of your game? Play a round at one

of our three championship length

courses. Try the Tom McBroom

designed Deerhurst Highlands course,

Muskoka’s first championship length

course, and be challenged by dramatic

elevation changes and rugged granite

outcroppings. The grandview golf

Club’s Mark o’Meara course

combines spectacular views of Fairy

Lake with narrow, treed fairways. You

can also take a leisurely boat ride to

historic Bigwin island to play its Doug

Carrik designed course. Spread across

the whole of the island, with stunning

views of Lake of Bays, challenging

fairways are draped over the islands

undulating terrain finishing in greens

protected by golden sand bunkers.

For a more leisurely game, try one

of Huntsville’s shorter courses. The

Deerhurst Lakeside course is 18 holes

spread throughout the resort’s massive

footprint, featuring a mix of long, curved

holes mixed with demanding par threes.

Huntsville Downs is a local favourite,

having existed since 1925. North granite

Ridge, 18 holes just outside Huntsville,

bills itself as the “Best Kept Secret in

Muskoka.” only have time for 9 holes?

The Diamond in the Ruff course offers 9

beautifully landscaped holes, while the

grandview golf club offers 9 open but

challenging holes. if you have a passion

for golf, plan to vacation in

Huntsville/Lake of Bays.

You will not be disappointed!

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GREAT PLACES TO GOLF

BIGWIN ISLAND GOLF CLUB1137 Old Hwy. 117, Baysville1-800-840-4036 • 705-635-2582 www.bigwinisland.com

DEERHURST HIGHLANDS & DEERHURST LAKESIDE1235 Deerhurst Dr., Huntsville1-800-461-4393 • 705-789-6411 www.deerhurstresort.com

DIAMOND ‘IN THE RUFF’ GOLF CLUB1137 Old Parry Sound Rd., Raymond705-385-2222 www.diamondintheruff.ca

GRANDVIEW GOLF CLUB: MARK O’MEARA COURSE & GRANDVIEW INN COURSE939 Hwy. 60, Huntsville1-877-472-6388 • 705-789-4417 www.grandview.clublink.ca

HUNTSVILLE DOWNS GOLF182 Golf Course Rd., Huntsville705-789-1000 www.golfhuntsvilledowns.ca

NORTH GRANITE RIDGE GOLF COURSE476 South Mary Lake Rd., Port Sydney705-385-0808 1-866-385-0808 www.northgraniteridge.com

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is a regional trail association maintaining an east-west

link through the Muskoka and Parry Sound Districts

and Haliburton County. Connecting Killbear Provincial

Park to Algonquin Provincial Park, this 230 kilometre

length of trail is a destination for all trail enthusiasts.

Park-To-Park maintains a four season multi-use trail

system that will link seven of the province's premiere

provincial parks, as well as area attractions, services,

amenities and other trail networks such as the Trans

Canada Trail. This provides a seamless

trail system encompassing

community trails, snowmobile

routes, historic colonization and

logging roads, former rail beds,

new links and some secondary

roads.

The Park-To-Park Trail route

traverses a region rich in natural

and cultural heritage. Highlights

include visible evidence of the logging and railway

history of the area. early settlement villages and

colonization roads are features common along the

trail. Physically, the trail passes numerous lakes, rivers

and streams, as well as extensive areas of forest, field

and wetland habitat. A celebrated feature of the

Park-To-Park Trail is the Precambrian geology of

the Canadian Shield. The trail cuts laterally across the

southern extent of the Shield exposing the glacially

scarred granite bedrock.

Trail uses may include the following activities, but

not on all sections of the trail.

visit www.parktoparktrail.com to find out what uses

are allowed on certain sections.

• Hiking/Walking

• Cycling

• Cross-Country Skiing

• Snowmobiling

• Horseback Riding

• Dog Sledding

• ATVs/Trail Bikes

Peter Searle - office/operations ManagerPark-To-Park Trail Association

70 Church Street, Parry Sound, oN, Canada P2A 1Y9

Web: www.parktoparktrail.com

Phone: 705-746-7663 x26

Mobile: 705-774-0024 • Fax: 705-746-7829

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ALGONQUIN PROVINCIAL PARK45 km East of Huntsvillewww.algonquinpark.on.ca

ARROWHEAD PROVINCIAL PARKMuskoka Rd. 3 N., Huntsville

AVERY BEACHHunters Bay off Main St. W.,Huntsvillesandy beach and covered picnic area

BAYSVILLE DAMJust off Hwy. 117 in Baysville, picnic area

BRUNEL LOCKS PARKOn the Muskoka River 3 km south of Huntsville on Brunel Rd.,picnic area

CAMP KITCHENCamp Kitchen Rd., HuntsvilleSwimming and picnic area

DORSET FIRE TOWER PARKJust off Hwy. 35 in Dorset, familypicnic area

DWIGHT BEACHLake of Bays on Dwight BeachRd., excellent beach with picnicarea

BeachesParks &

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Huntsville, Lake of Bays and Algonquin

Park have a wonderful selection of

public beaches. The water is clear,

clean and perfect for cooling off on

a sizzling summer day. The long

stretches of sandy beaches are ideal

for strolling, throwing a Frisbee or

soaking up the sunshine. Bring a lawn

chair, umbrella and a good book and

settle in for some serious relaxation.

Pack a picnic, bring the water toys,

load up the family and head out for an

enjoyable day at one of our many

public beaches.

There are a variety of locations to

launch your kayak, canoe, or boat for a

fun-filled day on the water. Huntsville

has four lakes which connect via the

Muskoka River, where you can swim,

paddle and explore over 70 kms of

scenery unique to this area. Lake of

Bays is the largest lake in North

Muskoka and is known around the

world for its spectacular beauty.

So go ahead and make a splash in

Huntsville, Lake of Bays & Algonquin

Park – it’s good for the soul!

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DYER MEMORIAL NATURE RESERVE11 km northeast of Huntsville on Williamsport Rd., off Muskoka Rd. 3, overlooks Big East River, public picnic area

CANADA SUMMIT CENTREOn Park Dr., just off Brunel Rd., Huntsville, indoorswimming pool 705-789-6421

HUTCHESON BEACHLake Vernon off Muskoka Rd. 2 in Huntsville, beach, swings, washrooms and picnic area

LION’S LOOKOUTOn Forbes Hill Drive, just off Brunel Rd., by TheCanada Summit Centre, breathtaking panoramicview of Fairy Lake, Muskoka River and DowntownHuntsville, public picnic area

NORWAY POINT PARKJust off Old Hwy. 117 east of Baysville, swimmingand picnic area

OXTONGUE RAPIDS PARKJust off Hwy. 60 east of Dwight, public picnic area

PORT SYDNEY BEACHMary Lake on Muskoka Rd. 10 in Port Sydney, sandybeach area

RAGGED FALLSHwy. 60 in the Oxtongue Lake area just beforeAlgonquin Park, trails, public picnic area, dock, washrooms

RIVER MILL PARKDowntown Huntsville on the Muskoka River, children’s playground and picnic area

TOWN DOCK PARKDowntown Huntsville on the Muskoka River

RIVERFRONT, CENTENNIAL & GRIST MILL PARKSJust off Hwy. 117 in Baysville, public picnic

TALLY-HO BEACHPeninsula Lake off Hwy. 60 in Hillside

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is there an animal more illogical than a

turtle? They are big, squat, stubby-legged,

slow moving animals with big hard shells.

However given that the basic turtle body

plan has basically remained unchanged

since turtles evolved about 200 million

years ago, clearly evolution knew what it

was doing. The shell is a modified ribcage

and part of the vertebral column.

ironically, the basic turtle body plan that

has stood them so well does not allow

them to cope with modern times; of

ontario’s 8 turtle species, 7 are at risk.

Muskoka has 6 of ontario’s 8 species:

the Snapping turtle, eastern Painted turtle,

Northern Map turtle, Blanding’s turtle,

Spotted turtle, and eastern Musk turtle

(or stinkpot). The Snapping turtle is

prehistoric looking with its long spiked

tail, huge size, and a craggy shell often

covered in algae. They have a reputation

for aggression when they are confronted

on land, which is perhaps not surprising

when you consider that not only is the

bottom shell reduced in size (making the

belly vulnerable), but also that they cannot

pull head, tail and limbs into their shells for

protection. interestingly, they do not snap

when in water, preferring instead to move

away from confrontation.

it can take 15 to 20 years for a

snapping turtle to reach maturity and this,

combined with the habitat they prefer for

nest construction, causes one of the

conservation problems facing snapping

turtles and other turtle species; sites with

well drained sand or gravel in full sun are

chosen for their nests and these are often

found along the sides of roads. This makes

turtles extremely vulnerable to being hit

by cars. Consider that most dead turtles

seen on the sides of our roads in the early

summer are likely mature breeding

females and one important reason for

turtles being at risk becomes obvious.

Biologists are frequently asked

whether it is a good idea to move turtles

off the road. Current thinking is yes, if it

can be done safely. Small turtles can just be

picked up by the edges of the shell. Wear

gloves and know that the turtle may pee

once it is picked up (some turtles leave

the water with their bladders full so that

they may wet the sand that they are about

to dig in). Larger turtles are more of a

challenge! if you have a towel, toss it over

the head and if you have a shovel, try

sliding it under the body and then dragging

the shovel with turtle across the road. or,

push the turtle onto a blanket and drag it

across the road. Avoid dragging the turtle

because they can get road rash. And

relocating a turtle to another location way

down the road is not generally a good

idea.

Many turtles nest in the same spot

each year, increasing the risk that these

sites are known by predators like

raccoons and foxes. Most nests are dug up

within hours of the eggs being deposited.

it is believed that as few as 2 percent of

eggs laid actually end up hatching.

Protecting nest sites, depending on their

location, may be a good option. Never dig

up and remove the eggs. But placing a

temporary wire cage over a nest can be

effective at preventing predators from

digging up the eggs. The cage needs to be

made of a big enough mesh for the

baby turtles to get out once they hatch

(usually in the late summer) and the cage

should be secured so that predators can’t

knock the cage aside. it is important to

allow air, the sun’s warmth and rain to

reach the nest just as nature would have

it. once the nest has been in place for

several weeks, the odours that allow

detection will be gone, so the need for the

cage diminishes as time goes on.

We can all do our part to help turtles

in Muskoka. Habitat protection, especially

of wetlands, is key. Driving with caution

in nesting season is always helpful. Learn

more about turtles, these most

incongruous of animals, and other things

you may do to contribute to their

conservation.

The Muskoka Conservancy (formerly the MuskokaHeritage Foundation) has been committed to nurturing,

protecting and conserving our natural and cultural heritage for over 25 years.

Visit www.muskokaconservancy.org or call 705-645-7393 to learn more about stewardship programs, protected properties, and educational outreach. You can help us conserve Muskoka’s

environment: become a member, make a donation,leave a legacy.

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While Huntsville, Lake of Bays and

Algonquin Park are famous as summer

destinations, winter adventures abound

for outdoor enthusiasts. Many of your

favourite summer activities have winter

counterparts to get you outside year

round.

Do you love hiking? Many of our

beloved trails are open in the winter for

cross-country skiing or snowshoeing.

Snowshoes offer the ability to traverse

slopes or areas of deep snow that may

not be accessible on skis. New, light-

weight models are user-friendly for both

kids and adults and make snowshoeing as

easy as putting one foot in front of the

other. Whether on snowshoes or skis,

there’s nothing quite like breaking a trail

through fresh snow and feeling as though

you’re headed somewhere that no

human has ever been. Lack of foliage in

the winter makes it easier to spot wildlife.

Look for moose, deer, smaller mammals

like red fox and pine martens, and winter-

hardy birds like great gray owls, spruce

grouse or gray jays.

if mountain biking is more your thing,

be sure to try a fat bike. The bike’s

extra-wide tires offer amazing floatation

on snow-packed trails and can take you

where you’ve never biked before, such as

our many frozen lakes. Local outfitters

and stores have bikes to rent, so take one

for a spin.

in winter, our many lakes and rivers

offer a fresh perspective on the landscape

and a wealth of opportunities to explore

outdoor activities. Walk or ski along the

shoreline to reveal surprising views, or

take in a game of shinny or a leisurely

skate. For a skating adventure of a

different kind, take a trip to Arrowhead

Provincial Park to experience the unique

1.5 kilometre skating trail as it winds its

way through snow-covered trees. ice

fishing is an easily-accessible family

activity for anglers and many summer

species can also be caught in the winter.

Frozen waterfalls and ice-covered cliffs

become a new challenge for climbers

who don’t mind sub-zero temperatures.

Huntsville’s Winter Comedy Carnival

takes place every February and combines

world-renowned comedy headliners

with winter sports and demos. Come

and see our Downtown Streets

transformed into a spectacular

snow-covered winter playground.

Whether you are an outdoor adventure

lover or a family seeking fun outdoor

activities, this is where lasting winter

memories are made!

There are many other activities that

are unique to the winter months as well.

Four-legged friends can join in the winter

fun with skijoring, a Norwegian-inspired

sport where a dog pulls a cross-country

skier using harnesses and a rope. if you

want to sit back, enjoy the scenery and let

someone else do the work, outfitters and

resorts who offer dog sledding or

horse-drawn sleigh rides may be more

your speed. To feel the exhilarating rush

of wind on your cheeks, local ski hills offer

family-friendly slopes for snowboarding

and skiing or just grab a sled, find a hill and

let gravity do its thing.

Muskoka’s world-renowned natural

scenery takes on new beauty when

covered in snow and ice. A winter

getaway in Huntsville/Lake of Bays can be

invigorating or relaxing, action packed or

laid back. With a myriad of activities to

experience, the choice is yours.

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in Muskoka covers some of ontario’s most sceniclandscape, and are maintained by committed localclubs.

Muskoka’s trail network provides snowmobilerswith a spectacular view of frozen lakes surrounded bysnow-clad hills, valleys and thick forests. Whether yourpreference is short loops or multiple day journeys, thislarge trail network will provide you with unlimitedtouring opportunities.

With your choice of accommodation along the wayyou and your friends will be able to rack up someserious miles!

visit Hill & gully Snowmobile Club atwww.hgrsnowmobileclub.ca or Du Ya Wanna TrailRiders at www.dywsc.com to purchase trail permitsand get up to date trail conditions.

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At this year-round park in the heart of

Muskoka, hike or bicycle on trails that

wander through maple forests and

past waterfalls, beaver ponds and

homesteaders' farms. Quiet Arrowhead

and Mayflower Lakes, and the

meandering Little and Big east Rivers,

are ideal for paddling, fishing and

swimming. Return in winter to ski on

groomed trails, tube down a hill,

snowshoe, or skate on an ice skating trail

over one kilometre long!

EducationPark staff offer guided hikes and children's

programs twice a week. Amphitheatre

programs two or three nights a week

explain the park's natural and cultural

history. in winter, Arrowhead Nordic ski

Club offer cross country ski instruction

to kids and adults of all abilities.

FishingMayflower Lake is stocked with brook

trout. Arrowhead Lake is good for small

mouth bass.

Boating Motorized boats (including electric

motors) are prohibited on Arrowhead

and Mayflower lakes. Canoes are ideal for

exploring the shorelines and viewing the

wildlife of these lakes.

Swimming Three short, quiet sandy beaches with

change facilities back into birch groves.

Beaches are shallow and great for kids.

CyclingArrowhead has two moderately

challenging mountain bike trails - the five

km Arrowhead Lake Trail and the three

km Lookout Trail. Helmets are

recommended.

Wildlife ViewingThe park is home to a wide variety of

wildlife typical of the Canadian shield.

Deer, moose, fox, racoon, skunk,

chipmunks, beaver, lots of birds and even

a wandering bear.

Cross-Country Skiing The park grooms 28 km of track-set,

cross-country ski trails and 11 km of

skate skiing trails. each trail is rated for

difficulty and ranges from beginner to

expert. You can rent both classic and

skate skis at the fully stocked Park Pro

Shop and buy other amenities such as

waxes, gloves, clothing and hot chocolate

too.

if you want to challenge yourself,

come out for the Muskoka Loppet.

The event is hosted every January by the

Arrowhead Nordic Ski Club.

More information can be found at

www.arrowheadnordic.ca.

SnowshoeingThere are over 6km of marked

snowshoe trails. Travel along Mayflower

Lake or stomp your way to Stubb's Falls.

Snowshoe rentals are available at the

Park Pro Shop.

Skatinggo for a skate through the forest on the

new 1.3 km skating trail loop! enjoy our

“Fire and ice Nights” when the trail will

be lit up with over 100 tiki torches

at dusk. Two campfire rest stops are

provided and skates are available to rent

for the whole family! Afterwards, unwind

at one of our two heated warm-up

shelters or gather around the open fire at

the tubing hill.

Getting here...7 kilometres north of Huntsville off Hwy.

11. exit 226, turn right to Arrowhead

Park Road. Please note all vehicles

entering the park must obtain and display

a valid park permit. For more information

contact 705-789-5105 or visit online at

www.ontarioparks.com.

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Here you and your family will do, taste and try things you’ve never done before.

And it all starts downtown. . . We look forward to greeting you!

Huntsville Half Marathon Saturday, June 14

Live it! A Culinary Home & garden getaway Saturday, June 21

Canada Day Tuesday, July 1

Rotary DockFest Saturday, July 5

Nuit Blanche North Saturday, July 12

Midnight Madness Friday, July 18

en Plein Air Painting & Auction Thursday, July 24

Summer Sidewalk Sale Saturday, August 16

Downtown Car Show Saturday, September 13

Tiny Tots Halloween Parade Friday, october 31

girlfriends’ getaway Weekend November 7-9

Santa Claus Parade Friday, November 28

Black Frid’eh! Friday, November 28

Plan Your Adventure!

Delightful Shops & Services • Cafés and Haute CuisineGroup of Seven Outdoor Gallery • Downtown Waterfront

DowntownHuntsvilleAdventures.ca

Huntsville and Lake of Bays have a rich

history as cultural destinations. Our

events, festivals and experiences rival those

of much larger municipalities.

If it is art that you are looking for, you

will be amazed at our offerings. A great

place to start is our Group of Seven

Outdoor Gallery. Over 90 famous works

of art by the Group of Seven have been

reproduced on a grand scale and affixed to

local landmarks and buildings. Huntsville

and Lake of Bays has long drawn artists;

there are a huge number of professional

galleries and studios to be visited, with

creations across art, photography,

sculpture, jewelry and more. Plan a trip to

include the Limberlost Studio tour or the

Muskoka Autumn Studio Tour when artists

open their doors to the public.

Are you a music lover? Huntsville’s

Algonquin Theatre is a state of the art

facility that offers intimate performances

from well known artists. The Huntsville

Festival of the Arts has been running for

over 20 years. The festival is an annual

celebration of music and culture. Local

musicians perform in various locations

throughout town, including the Concert

on the Dock series set on the beautiful

Muskoka River, while the theatre plays

host to wide variety of performances by

renowned artists.

Is film your passion? Be sure to attend

Film North: The Huntsville International

Film Festival. Taking place September 18th

to 20th, the festival attracts major films to

a small town setting. Other events, such as

the showing of the Banff Mountain Film

Festival ensure that film lovers do not have

to look outside of our communities for

inspiration.

Huntsville hosts a wide variety of

unique cultural festivals and events. Be sure

to plan on attending such one of a kind

events like The Art Splash for Kids, Nuit

Blanche North, Jazz in the Garden, en Plein

Air, the Group of Seven Mural Festival, the

Huntsville Jazz Festival and the North

Words Muskoka Literary Festival. New to

Huntsville this year is Live It! A Culinary,

Home and Garden Getaway taking place

June 21st to 22nd. This event truly features

something for everyone. For food lovers,

there will be culinary demonstrations

hosted by decorated local chefs. Home

renovation enthusiasts will want to see the

workshops led by local contractors. For

gardening enthusiasts, the event will also

have a garden and landscaping stage with

demonstrations for all your outdoor

projects. The event will culminate in an

outdoor dinner held on our historic Main

Street. The street will be canopied and lit,

and diners will experience unique pairings

of locally produced food and drink. After

the dinner, enjoy the “Swing on the Swing”

with dancing atop Huntsville’s Landmark

Swing Bridge.

Culture is not simply a product within

our community; it is a priority. We

embrace art and culture in all its forms and

strive to integrate our cultural assets into

the very fabric of our existence. You will

not be disappointed in choosing Huntsville

and Lake of Bays for your next cultural

adventure.

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Imagine plying the waters of beautiful

Lake of Bays on a fully restored steam-

boat built in 1910. Lake of Bays is a

crystal clear pristine lake in Muskoka just

minutes from Algonquin Park and on the

border of the Haliburton Highlands. The

lake’s rugged shoreline offers dramatic

views unmatched in Muskoka. The SS

Bigwin’s home port is the small hamlet of

Dorset which offers many attractions to

visitors, access to hiking, a viewing tower,

arts, crafts, shopping and much more.

The SS Bigwin is a steam boat

steeped in history and it has been

meticulously restored for all to enjoy.

The Bigwin is 66” in length with 11”8

beam and depth of 6’1 with a registered

weight of 25 tons. It is the last of the

original fleet of wooden boats that

ferried guests to the famous Bigwin Island

Resort which hosted celebrities like

Clark Gable, Louis Armstrong, Greta

Garbo & Winston Churchill, just imagine

the history.

Public cruises leave from the dock

adjacent to the newly renovated Lake of

Bays Museum located on the Main Street

of Dorset just below the “hump back

bridge”. In addition to the cruise you can

learn more about the history of the lake

and other must see attractions in and

around Dorset. You can check out local

art and SS Bigwin novelty items and gifts.

We are a not for profit enterprise and all

revenue goes toward maintaining the

boat and community projects. The SS

Bigwin also offers charter cruises for that

special occasion: weddings, birthdays and

other private events. Public cruises are

$25 per person and charter cruises are

$750 an hour.

For more information on the SS

Bigwin go to www.ssbigwin.com and for

more information on Dorset attractions

go to www. dorsetcanada.com.

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Tempt your taste buds here in

Huntsville, Lake of Bays & Algonquin

Park! There is a wide variety of

culinary experiences to choose from in

our area. From chocolate treats, to

coffee shops, cafés, pubs overlooking

the water and fine dining. Roadside

cafés, markets and pubs to savour

sophisticated fare, you will find

homegrown, local flavour for every

taste bud in our communities. Wine and

dine on the water’s edge, in magnificent

resorts and inns or in bustling street

side restaurants and patios where there

is plenty to see and savour.

With over 50 dining establishments

in Huntsville, Lake of Bays and

Algonquin Provincial Park to choose

from – you are certain to find a

culinary delight to fit your budget and

curiosity.

Traveling with the kids? Little ones

will delight in our pizzerias, breakfast

diners or ice cream parlours. The last

one usually does the trick after a long

car trip!

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visitors to Muskoka, anytime between

May to September, might round a

corner in their car to see hundreds of

cyclists streaming towards them,

hunched over their handlebars peddling

as hard as they can. Or, they might be

held up briefly at an intersection while a

large group of runners cross over in

front of them. They could be enjoying a

picnic in a local park and look out to see

hundreds of swimmers racing down the

river towards them. Who are these

people and what are they doing?

That is when people realize that

they are visiting one of the premier

endurance sport destinations in

Canada. During weekends in the spring

through to the fall, there are numerous

running, cycling, triathlon, and duathlon

races being held in Huntsville and Lake

of Bays, and it is highly likely that you will

experience one of the above scenarios.

And, if you are traveling in the area

midweek you will almost surely see

individual or small groups of cyclists or

runners out training on the roadways

and on the trails.

With a natural playground for

endurance sport training, and having a

complement of over ten different

endurance races in Huntsville and Lake

of Bays, the area can reasonably lay

claim to being the premier location for

endurance sport in Canada, if not the

world. It has hosted national and world

championships, World Cup events and

is one of the few places in the world

that hosts two IRONMAN branded

events. Few, if any, other areas in the

world can make a similar claim. Why is

the area so popular for hosting

endurance sports, such as triathlons?

Part of the reason is the physical

geography. Muskoka has hundreds of

lakes and rivers with clean, warm water

for the swimming leg of the triathlon.

Being cottage country there are

hundreds of miles of cottage roads that

are tree lined and have relatively little

automobile traffic on them – ideal for

bike training and racing. And since

Muskoka sits on top of the Canadian

Shield these roads twist and turn, rise

and fall creating a roller coaster-like

bike course that is very challenging,

interesting and sometimes downright

thrilling. These same hills make for

challenging run courses. A Muskoka

triathlon endows major bragging rights

on a triathlete who completes the

course. A Muskoka race T-shirt is worn

with pride.

Craig Alexander of Australia, the

World IRONMAN and 70.3 Champion

says, “This course [the Huntsville

course] should be the World

Championship course”.

This same physical geography – the

lakes and rivers, the forests, the granite

outcroppings, the hills and valleys –

combine to produce a very beautiful

physical environment that can take

some of the sting out of the grueling

physical effort required to do a

triathlon. "The natural beauty offers

a wonderful distraction from my

screaming muscles" says Chris King

from Buffalo NY.

Huntsville and Lake of Bays has been

hosting triathlons since 1989 and has a

reputation for running a very well

–organized event. The residents and the

Town Council are very supportive of

the events and the volunteers who help

run the races have earned a very well-

deserved reputation among the athletes

as being among the best anywhere.

Why not plan your visit to

Huntsville and Lake of Bays to

experience one of these events. Careful

though – you might just be tempted to

return as a competitor!

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The Friends of Algonquin Park is a non-profit, registered charity

made up of individuals who are passionate about enhancing

the appreciation of Algonquin Park through the delivery of

educational programs, activities and events.

This dedicated group has been enhancing the experience of

Park visitors to this amazing place for over 30 years. Their

passion supports numerous ongoing projects and events.

It is with the support of many volunteers, donors and

partners like you that we are able to continue providing quality

Algonquin Park educational experiences. These include such

events as Loggers Day, which will take place on Saturday, July 26.

Join us for a highly entertaining and educational day when the

Algonquin Logging Museum comes to life with demonstrations

around the Logging Museum trail.

The musical group, the Wakami Wailers, will be returning to

Algonquin Park for an appearance at Loggers Day on Saturday,

July 26 and an open air concert on Sunday, July 27 at 7:00 p.m.

The award winning Ontario-based group will get your toes

tapping through a fun-filled evening of entertaining stories and

songs from their popular releases – The Last of the White Pine

Loggers, Waltz with the Woods, and River through the Pines.

Meet the Researcher Day will be held on Thursday, July 31.

Come and get an inside look at some of the topics and results

of current research being conducted in Algonquin Park and

meet some of the people doing the work. Includes a charity

barbeque with proceeds supporting research in Algonquin Park.

The Friends of Algonquin Park’s experience Algonquin

Workshop series is another way to experience the best of

what Algonquin has to offer! For these workshops, expert

instructors are brought in from communities around Algonquin

Park to share their passion and expertise on a variety of

recreational and natural history topics. As a participant, you will

work closely with instructors in a small group setting, taking

home new skills and knowledge, as well as field guides and tools

needed to pursue your interest further.

Custom programs such as the Group education Program

offers school, youth, and adult groups a wide variety of

educational programs that allow them to discover Algonquin

Park’s amazing natural and cultural history. All programs are

delivered by highly qualified Park Naturalists.

To learn more about these events, or for a complete listing

of all the exciting activities and programs The Friends

of Algonquin Park have to offer, visit our website at

www.algonquinpark.on.ca.

If you would like to share your passion for Algonquin Park

by donating, volunteering or becoming a member, please visit

www.algonquinpark.on.ca or call us at 613-637-2828.

For people passionate about Algonquin Park

For people passionate about Algonquin Park

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If you are planning a trip to Huntsville,

Lake of Bays or Algonquin Park, be it for

a vacation, a business trip or just to

appease your adventurelust, there are a

few key points to consider when

deciding where to stay. Here are a few

ideas to help:

First, you must know the purpose of

your trip. You may say it is something as

general as a vacation or a business trip,

but it is good to be more specific with

what you want. You may be traveling on

business, but you may also want to relax

or explore the wonderful area of

Huntsville, Lake of Bays and Algonquin

Park. You may want a vacation, but do

you want to try something adventurous

or do you just want to relax at a spa?

Deciding on these things will help you

plan where to stay, and possibly save you

time and money since you can choose

the right accommodation that can cater

to all your needs.

Draw up a budget table with

possible projections on how much you

would want to spend on your

accommodations. Think of the services

you want to enjoy while away and

account for extra transportation costs if

necessary.

The area of Huntsville, Lake of Bays

& Algonquin Park is dotted with a

variety of accommodations, from

family-operated lodges and resorts, cozy

bed and breakfast homes, cottage

rentals, and full amenity hotels and

resorts. Outdoor enthusiasts relish the

natural beauty of the many area

campgrounds as they drift off to sleep

under a blanket of stars.

Contact the Huntsville/Lake of Bays

Chamber of Commerce or visit our

website www. huntsvilleadventures.com

for a full list of accommodations in

North Muskoka.

Where to Stay

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From 2012 to 2017 Huntsville is cele-

brating the life and work of Tom

Thomson. It was in 1913 that Thomson

decided to dedicate his life to becoming a

full-time artist. This decision was spurred

by sale of his painting “Northern Lake”.

Displayed at the 41st Annual exhibition of

The Ontario society of Artists,

“Northern Lake” was purchased by the

Ontario government for $250.00, which

was a significant amount at the time. That

summer, Tom took a leave of absence

from his job and went on a northern

sketching trip. He tried his hand at being

a fire ranger in the Timmins area, but this

left him with little time for his art. By

mid-summer he was back at Canoe Lake

in Algonquin Park, doing what he liked

best: taking long canoe trips and sketching

his way through the wilderness. Tom

stayed in the Park painting at various sites

and locations through November. He

passed through Huntsville on his return

trip, likely to visit with his friend Dr.

McRuer, or to see the Trainor family, in

particular their daughter Winnifred. The

Trainors cottaged on Canoe Lake and

lived at 11 Centre st. in Huntsville, the

home of our mural of Thomsons’ painting

The Canoe.

upon returning to Toronto he was

introduced to the artist A.Y. Jackson, at a

friend’s studio. This meeting with Jackson

would create a lasting friendship and

have a powerful effect on Thomson’s

development as an artist. soon they were

to work in the same studio space, where

A.Y. Jackson shared his experience in art

and art movements. This prompted Tom

to create and explore different

techniques and ideas. The resulting

innovations changed the landscape of

Canada’s art culture and the nation’s

acceptance of modern art.

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From 2012-2017, we invite you to join Huntsville’s celebration of the 100 year anniversary of

Tom Thomson’s life in our area. Throughout this five year celebration, different

organizations from throughout the community will be hosting events, workshops, and exhibits.

For further information and updates please visit

www.huntsvilleadventures.com and look for the following Tom Thomson seal.

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with plenty of great experiences and

attractions around Lake of Bays. If you like

to browse, these 3 hamlets have fantastic

shopping in unique settings – great for a day

trip – enjoy lunch or libations along the way!

BaysvilleThe community of Baysville is a small village

on Lake of Bays surrounding the inlet to the

famous Muskoka River. The village

welcomes tourists year-round and provides

a number of quaint shops and services of

interest. The area hosts many cottages

owned by celebrities who are often seen

around the village and has a history of

entertaining the rich and famous.

The world famous Bigwin Inn has been

completely refurbished. Back in the day, it

hosted famous entertainers such as Louis

Armstrong and Count Basie, and catered to

the gatsby-era of Hollywood stars and

celebrities. Bigwin now has one of the

country’s greatest golf courses with vistas

on Lake of Bays that will not soon be

forgotten.

Baysville is now also home to a number

of mural recreations from the group of

seven Outdoor gallery which can be

spotted around the village and near the

new Lake of Bays Brewing Company.

Many travelers have passed through this

historic charmer throughout the decades

and have never forgotten the warm village

atmosphere and hospitality of its locals.

For more information about Baysville

visit: www.baysvilleontario.com.

DorsetWelcome to Dorset – A Community with

a view. Dorset straddles the District of

Muskoka and the County of Haliburton. Its

landscape has inspired generations of

writers, painters and dreamers with its

natural beauty, massive forests, pristine

lakes, nightly displays of Northern Lights

and the call of the loons – all this, just two

hours north of Toronto.

The downtown section spans ‘the

Narrows’ between Big and Little Trading

Bays. Located at Highway 35 and the end of

Muskoka Road 117, it is an easy and scenic

drive from the greater Toronto area and

Algonquin Provincial Park is only a further

thirty minutes drive northeast.

Dorset is home to the world-famous

Dorset Lookout Tower and the widely

known Robinson’s general store. The

historic single lane humped-back bridge

spans the channel between Big and Little

Trading Bays and also boasts the village’s

only traffic lights.

In 2010, the Bigwin steamship was

re-launched on her 100th Anniversary.

Many years and much hard work were

needed to rebuild this beautiful lake

steamer, which departs from the town

docks in Dorset.

The Dorset Heritage Museum is a

must-see for all visitors wanting to learn

more about Dorset’s ever-changing history.

Pick up a free Heritage Walking Tour

booklet for a lovely stroll visiting various

sites throughout this charming community.

The vast areas surrounding Dorset are

dotted with dozens of smaller, pristine

lakes. Lush mixed forests and spectacular

rock out-croppings complete the

breathtaking scenery. We invite you to

experience it for yourself! For more

information about Dorset visit:

www.dorsetcanada.com.

DwightWelcome to Dwight! On the shores of

Lake of Bays in Ontario, Dwight is in an

excellent location for travelers looking to

head out on the water and try their hand at

some fishing.

visitors to this hamlet can enjoy their

summer getaway by taking to the lake for

some swimming or boating from the

glorious Dwight Public Beach, which

features picnic tables, swimming areas and a

public boat launch ramp. It is within walking

distance from the quaint and eclectic shops

offering Muskoka treats from ice cream,

fudge and maple syrup, to complete cottage

furnishings.

Here travelers will also find Ragged

Falls, a sharp and dramatic drop of the

Oxtongue River, accessible by car with

parking available and marked hiking areas to

explore. The Oxtongue River Park offers a

wonderful walk along the rapids with

picnic sites and breathtaking views.

snowmobiling, cross-country skiing and

snowshoeing are popular winter pastimes.

visitors here will not find it difficult to

find a place to stay and with so much

wonderful nature-viewing in the area, they

won’t be at a loss for things to do and new

places to discover. Lots of unique cottage

resorts and lodges offer accommodations

for all tastes and pocketbooks.

Nearby, take a detour on Limberlost

Road and enjoy an unforgettable artistic

experience with The Artists of the

Limberlost Open studio Weekend/Tour, an

annual tradition taking place each August.

For more information about Dwight visit:

www.discoverdwight.com.

Here’s a tour that you can take over

and over and discover something new each

time. Public libraries in each village have free

high speed for public use if you want to

share your memories right away… and feel

free to share your experiences and pictures

with us – we would love to hear your

feedback! enjoy your ride…

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Huntsville, Lake of Bays & Algonquin Park

offer a shopping experience you’ll not

soon forget. Dock your boat at the Town

Docks or come by car and park for free

throughout Huntsville’s downtown core.

Take a stroll down our tree-lined streets

to find over 120 unique boutiques, shops

and services. Huntsville is home to the

only indoor mall in Muskoka, featuring

more than 20 shops & services.

Huntsville’s Commerce Park, located at

Centre St. and Hwy 60, is home to a

variety of businesses and grocers. You

will be surprised at the variety of

merchandise available and the hidden

treasures to be found!

If it’s delicious food you crave,

Huntsville, Lake of Bays & Algonquin Park

have an incredible array of restaurants,

pubs and cafés sure to satisfy your hunger

and delight your palate. Huntsville’s

downtown merchants host a number of

unique shopping events all year round.

You can visit us online for more information

DowntownHuntsvilleAdventures.com

and plan to attend.

No trip is complete without

experiencing our Group of Seven

Outdoor Gallery. Tom Thomson's images

of the north have always been deeply

representative of Algonquin Park and the

Huntsville area. In celebration of

the Group of Seven and Thomson's

contribution to our heritage, some of the

best-loved paintings of the Group of

Seven have been replicated by mural

artists and displayed on our downtown

shops and services. Come enjoy the over

90 breath-taking murals sprinkled

throughout Huntsville and surrounding

area. Watch, interact with the artists, and

experience art in the making as Canadian

artists gather to create amazing new

murals during our Annual Group of Seven

Mural Festival in July. Express your inner

artist by trying your hand in our annual

‘Add Your Brush Stroke’ Community

Mural. Visit groupofsevenoutdoorgallery.ca

for more details.

Plan a leisurely drive to Baysville, and

tour the local brewery and browse the

quaint businesses located in the area.

Travel further to Dorset and experience

the gorgeous views from the Dorset fire

tower. Be sure to visit Robinson’s General

Store – voted Canada’s Best Country

Store. Dwight features lovely cafes, a

world class canoe builder and cottage

and home decor to keep your cottage

dreams alive. If you are looking for local

and Candian art, visit the Oxtongue Craft

Cabin for an exquisite selection of

original art and fine crafts. Huntsville and

Lake of Bays hosts a vast selection of

artist studios available for tours and

shopping. Try the Shutterbug Gallery for

fine photography or experience the

Artists of the Limberlost studio tour. If

you are visiting to enjoy some outdoor

adventures, be sure to visit one of our

many area outfitters such as Algonquin

Outfitters in Huntsville’s downtown or

Algonquin Bound Outfitters in Dwight.

Let them provide all the gear you will

need on your next adventure in our

rugged and scenic landscape.

Ladies - get your mother, daughters,

aunts, and girlfriends together for the

Annual Girlfriends’ Getaway Weekend in

downtown Huntsville on November 7-9,

2014. For one unique weekend a year,

Huntsville pulls out all the stops for you –

special adventures in shopping and

discounts, pampering, live entertainment

and culinary delights await all girlfriends in

Huntsville!

For more a complete directory of

our retail chamber members please visit

www.huntsvilleadventures.ca.

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A wonderful combination of small town charm andbig city amenities, Huntsville/Lake of Bays is a destination that

provides limitless opportunities for anyone who wants to enjoy

the classic Muskoka lifestyle all year long. With state of the art

facilities such as The Canada Summit Centre, host to the 2010

G8 Convention, the Waterloo Summit Centre for the

Environment and the Algonquin Theatre, there is no need to

travel for business or entertainment.

As one of the fastest growing communities in Muskoka, a

generous portion of Huntsville’s overall economy focuses on our

four-season tourism industry. However, we have a burgeoning

technology sector including renewable resource technology and

an animation studio. In order for our community to continue to

grow, new business investment is a local priority.

Assistance Is Always AvailableWhether you want to start your own business, relocate or

expand your existing company, or even start a new career,

assistance is always available. The Huntsville/Lake of Bays

Chamber of Commerce is an excellent resource, and will

provide all the contact information that you will need to make

your goals a reality. Packages are also available for relocators.

A Sense of Community PrideOne of the first things people notice about our community is a

sense of belonging. We pride ourselves as a place where

everyone’s interests are taken seriously, and where residents

work together for a sustainable future.

The area boasts an incredible range of activities and a

network of organizations and clubs that outstrips most

communities of this size. Huntsville and Lake of Bays have

hosted many provincial and national level sporting events such

as the 2010 Ontario Winter Games and the 2013 Canadian

Masters Ski Championships. The Huntsville/Lake of Bays Sport

Council assists and advocates for our vast array of sport

organizations. We are also proud to be the home of Dara

Howell, 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics gold medallist!

Huntsville/Lake of Bays is also justifiably proud of its

educational system. There are six public elementary schools and

a catholic elementary school, Huntsville High School and

3 private schools: Muskoka Montessori School, Rosseau Lake

College and Tawingo College. Post secondary institutions

locally include Waterloo university’s Huntsville research facility

while Georgian College and Nipissing university have campuses

only 30 minutes away.

Equally important, our area is well-served with physicians

and hospitals. Huntsville/Lake of Bays is included in the Simcoe

Muskoka District Health unit. For more information about

relocating in Huntsville/Lake of Bays, visit our website at

www.huntsvillelakeofbays.on.ca.

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Ladies, get ready for an incredible

weekend – relax at the spa, indulge in

some retail therapy, enjoy delectable

food, exciting entertainment, and share

laughs with your girlfriends! Mark your

calendars and round up your best gal pals

for the annual Girlfriends’ Getaway

Weekend, taking place November 7-9,

2014!

This annual event, now in its eighth

year, continues to get bigger and better

every year! Featuring fashion, beauty,

wellness, and great performances by

artists like Pat Benatar, Amanda Marshall,

Jann Arden and Chantal Kreviazuk, the

weekend continues to offer additional

events and activities each year. Planning is

well underway for 2014 and local

accommodators will be offering fantastic

packages for ladies traveling from out-of-

town — be sure to check the website

www.huntsvillegirlfriendsgetaway.com for

all the exciting details as they happen!

Girlfriends’ Getaway Weekend is the

perfect opportunity for women to relax

and reconnect with old friends, share a

glass of wine, and reminisce about the

past. Spend the day exploring our

downtown shops and all the amazing &

unique items each has to offer. This is a

chance to rejuvenate the mind, body, and

soul with good food, great friends, and

unforgettable entertainment!

So ladies, leave your husband and kids

behind for a few days and start planning

your getaway to Huntsville and Lake of

Bays — you deserve a few days of

pampering and Girlfriends’ Getaway

Weekend is just what the doctor

ordered!

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Ever since the brilliance of the 19-

year-old from Huntsville led to an

Olympic gold medal at the Winter

Games in Sochi, Russia, this is how her

hometown will forever be known after

Feb. 11, 2014.

Having been in the upper echelon of

women's slopestyle for several years,

Howell is taking her sport to new

heights by trying freestyle tricks

previously only done by her male

counterparts.

Her groundbreaking maneuvers can

be traced back to the late, great

Canadian freestyle skier Sarah Burke, a

trailblazer in her own right who proved

women could rock the slopes just like

the men. Howell made mention of how

much Burke meant to her and to

the sport in several interviews after

becoming an Olympic champion with a

score of 94.2, well above the rest of the

field.

It was fitting Howell was the first

Canadian woman to compete in

slopestyle at the Olympics, as the sport

made it's debut in 2014, as a stellar run

gave her top spot in qualifying.

Several family and friends were in

Sochi to cheer her on, including mom

and dad Dee and Doug, nana Jacquie,

aunt Kim Spiteri, Doug and Karen

Litchfield and more.

Back at home in Huntsville, the

Muskoka Ski Club and Hidden Valley

Highlands Ski Area threw a huge party

to watch Howell win gold.

The elation was incredible with the

raucous crowd starting the celebration

at midnight and running past 5 a.m. Her

grandfathers Ken Raven and Jack Howell

hugged each other and other family

members including grandmother Sandy

Raven and uncle Bruce Howell, while the

entire crowd wore red and white with

many sporting “Dara” shirts.

"What can you say?" says Jack. "It's

wonderful, it's unbelievable. She had her

goals four years ago from her first

competition: She was headed to the

X-Games and headed to the Olympics

and her dreams came true."

It was at Hidden Valley and through

the Muskoka Ski Club, of which the

Howells and Ravens have been long time

members, where the journey to

becoming an Olympic Champion began

for Dara.

There are young skiers who were

once coached by the gold medal winner

and she has very fond memories of

skiing with her family there.

“My parents put me on skis at 18

months and I always got to ski with my

grandfather,” Howell says of Ken.

“Coming from a skiing family, my parents

always wanted me to follow my dreams.

He’s the reason that my family skis. I

didn’t expect that would mean being an

Olympic champion some day. This is the

best moment of my entire life.”

Dee and Doug returned home to

see large signs saying “The Home of

Dara Howell” along highway 11 and

highway 60. They are placed above the

Welcome to Huntsville signs heading

into Huntsville from all directions.

As well, “Go Dara Go” hand made

signs, “Congratulations Dara” posters

and more were placed at storefronts all

through Huntsville. Dee and Doug

were overwhelmed with pride and

appreciativeness when driving through

the town late after arriving from Russia.

Doug says there have been

thousands of congratulatory messages

on his and Dara's social media sites as

well.

“The community has been so

supportive all along,” says Doug.

“They've been there from the start, well

before the Olympics.” Although Howell

won the gold, the moment was shared

by her family, her friends, the Muskoka

Ski Club, Hidden Valley Highlands and

the town of Huntsville.

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Where else can you explore Tom Thomson and the Group of Seven replications under square miles of open skies?

ONLY IN DOWNTOWN HUNTSVILLE AND SURROUNDING AREA!

TheGroupofSevenOutdoorGallery.com

Lawren Harris’Snow II 1915Mural Artist: Gerry Lantaigne 2006Trinity United Church (side wall)33 Main St. E.

Tom Thomson’s Autumn Foliage 1916

Mural Artist: Tim Webb 2007Algonquin Outfitters - 86 Main St. E.

Franklin Carmichael’s

Mirror Lake 1929

Mural Artist: Gerry Lantaigne 2005

The Bookcase (side wall)

93 Main St. E.

Tom Thomson’s White Birch Grove 1916Mural Artist: John Hood 2007Algonquin Theatre (rear wall)37 Main St. E.

Tom Thomson’s Northern River 1915

Mural Artist: Gerry Lantaigne 2006Flotron’s Tweed & Hickory (rear wall)

18 Main St. E.

The Group of Seven Outdoor Gallery, originally founded by Gerry Lantaigne,

is a project of the Downtown Huntsville Business Improvement Area (BIA).

Contact the BIA for more information at 8 West St. N., Unit 4, Huntsville, ON P1H 2B6

705-789-1400, huntsvillebia@bellnet.ca.

A. Y. Jackson’sNight Pine Island 1924Mural Artist: Janine White (Marson)2007Hutcheson, Reynolds & Caswell(rear wall) - 27 Main St. E.

Tom Thomson’s

Algonquin October 1915

Mural Artist: William Lazos 2007

Algonquin Theatre (rear wall)

37 Main St. E.

Tom Thomson’s

The Jack Pine 1916

Mural Artist: Gerry Lantaigne 1999

Miss Lester’s (side) - 4 Brunel Rd.

Tom Thomson’sAutumn’s Garland 1915-1916Mural Artists: Gerry Lantaigne, alongwith over 1,300 Huntsville residentsand visitors 2010Reflections of Muskoka (side)49 Main St. E.

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Mural Artist:

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Algonquin Outfitters (alley wall)

86 Main St. E.