Beautiful things are growing, the forrests and lawns are green again and bays, rivers, lakes and other swimming holes are started to warm up for summer. Wildlife is everywhere and these are the times where ideal family memories are made with that perfect getaway. Resorts and accommodations are offering great promos for long weekend stays with reduced rates, even free nights or meals included and activities like campfires, canoeing, kayaking, crafts or games.
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Well, less chat here today and right into listing the events because there alot of them!
As a true sign of spring and kick even to summer a few activities are open for business starting this weekend.
Experience the sparkling water, the windswept pines and rocky grandeur of Muskoka / Georgian Bay's 30,000 Islands on a cruise aboard the 300-passenger Miss Midland. Family Rate of $66 for 2 adults and 3 children. Rates include applicable taxes.
Sir Sam's Ski & Bike-Haliburton
Cash for Care Lottery Bash. May 18. Music, Entertainment, Dancing, Appetizers by Rhubarb,Silent Auction Items Fun! Fun! FUN! and LOTS of Excitement as Final Lottery Draws take place. $50 per person.
River Run Rafting and Wilderness Resort Opening Weekend
Join us for a day of adventure! Test your skills and work on your team building at the Horseshoe Adventure Park. Enjoy the zip line, the rock climbing wall, Aqua Ogo and much more! Opens May 18th.
The Wye Marsh opens for guided canoe and kayak tours
Want to try something different this summer? Enjoy a guided paddle via canoe or kayak through the Marsh with a Naturalist who can interpret points of interest along the way. See portions of the Marsh not accessed by land. (Subject to availability and this item is an additional cost)
KIDS AND FAMILY EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES FOR THE WEEKEND AHEAD BY AREA:
These events are within 1-3 hours north of Toronto and are reasonable when considering a day trip, or stay at any family friendly accommodation and extend the fun.
~ONTARIO~
FARMER'S MARKETS: Opening weekend for many of Ontario finest places to get locally grown food, hand made sweet and savoury treats and hand crafted works of art. Tons of fun for the whole family. Support Ontario farmers and artisans!
~BARRIE~
FAMILY ART WORKSHOP: Family Sunday Workshop - Regional artist Kirsty Wilson leads the whole family in creating hands-on collaborative art projects with a wide range of materials. Sign up early on the day of the workshop. Space is limited.
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~COLLINGWOOD | THE BLUE MOUNTAINS ~
MAY LONG WEEKEND & FIREWORKS: Set summer in motion at the Blue Mountain Village with Face painting, Scavenger hunts, Hiking, Gondola, Mountain Coaster, NEW Low & High ropes course, Aquatic Centre and FIREWORKS!
SPRING AT SCENIC CAVES: We’re offering lots of springtime specials. Given the cool spring weather, there is still snow in the caves. So, please give us a call to verify the availability of all activities.
STUDIO TOUR: Artists in Craigleith, Kimberley, Thornbury and Clarksburg invite you to enjoy our free selfguided studio tour on the Thanksgiving weekend. In its 18th year, local well established artists open their studios to the public and will be there to answer questions about their work, what inspires them and in some cases, demonstrate their craft. Iron and glass worker, textile art and jewellery, pottery and sculpture, painting and photographya wide range of fabulous talent. This is a great opportunity to add a piece of original art to your collection!
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~GEORGIAN BAY~
DOORS OPEN: Celebrate spring and join Doors Open Georgian Bay as we open our doors and show you our community. In 2013, we will showcase two National Historic Sites. Locks 44 and 45 will be open for the public and in full operation. These landmark icons serve as a waterway and bring boaters to our community from around the world. Watch as the boats are cradled at Lock 44 and catch them again at Lock 45 as they start heading out to Georgian Bay.
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~KINCARDINE~
ANNUAL FISH DERBY: Through contests, events and of course fishing we guarantee that will be something for everyone! Tickets are just $25 or $55 for the family, with this you get a bracelet, show your
bracelet throughout the Derby and get in on the savings and the fun! Tickets available at Lake Huron Rod & Gun in Underwood, Kincardine Canadian Tire or online at kincardinechamber.com.
~MIDLAND~
ART EXHIBIT HURONIA MUSEUM: Huronia Museum is pleased to host Elisabeth Bacque’s newest art exhibit from May 11 to June 28, 2013.
INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM DAY: May 18th, visit Huronia Museum!
DOWNTOWN SHOPPING & FUN: Check out the shops and docks in beautiful Midland!
GUIDED CANOE OR KAYAK TOURS | GUIDED WALKS | REPTILE SHOW | BIRDS OF PREY SHOW: Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre. Check their website for details and times.
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~OWEN SOUND~
WORLD FIDDLE DAY: Queen's Park Bandshell. Local string musicians create Owen Sound’s World Fiddle Day event.
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~PORT McNICOLL~
PORTORAMA: The 2013 Portarama Committee invites and welcomes residents and
visitors to this year’s 29th Annual Portarama Family Festival and to
join in our theme of: “COME TOGETHER”
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You can find more FAMILY ACTIVITIES on our website!
Have a fun and safe weekend! Did we miss posting an event? Please fill free to CONTACT US and let us know what's happening!
Follow us on FACEBOOK and TWITTER for updates and news
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