Tuesday 20 August 2013

Family Fun Guide North of Toronto for August 23-25

It ain't over yet!
Summer is back. Mother Nature has turned up the dial on the heat and sunshine! For the weekend, we should put the 'back to school' part out of our minds and have fun! The weather forecast looks fantastic and we need to finish this summer off right!

Check out our guest-blog post by Toronto4Kids on how to store and save all the souvenirs and mementoes your kids have collected over the summer. 

This weekend continues to bring the Tall Ships Tour around Georgian Bay. And there is no better place to see the ships than in towns with rich marine heritage like Collingwood and Owen Sound last weekend and Midland, Penetanguishene and Discovery Harbour this weekend. This weekend's tour is extra special in combination a couple other fun activities in Midland, like the Harbour Festival and the Miss Midland will be offering cruises amongst the Tall Ships. How cool is that?

This type of event is important for our kids in learning about Canada's history and the War of 1812. Some of the content and specifics will be lost on them depending on age, but there is no better way to learn than to literally step back in time and see the ingenuity and watch the impressive stories of our military history that shaped the country we live in today.

*Experience the Tall Ships at:*

This weekend's 'PLAY LIST'...

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. These events would also be within proximity or close to many of Ontario's 'cottage country'.

~BARRIE~

GO CRUISING:Take a beautiful ride on the Serendipity Princess on Lake Simcoe’s Kempenfelt Bay! 

HORSESHOE RESORT ADVENTURE PARK: Fun for the family with the Zip Lining and Treetop Trekking course; build your golf skills and challenge the family to a round of Mini Putt, or explore the Copeland Forest on Segway. Families can also have fun mountain biking on forest trails.

HARDWOOD SKI & BIKE: Hit the day trails, play disc golf or experience Moonlight Odyssey. The Moonlight Odyssey is a unique and fun challenge for trail runners of any ability level as they tackle the trails of Hardwood by the light of their headlamps. The thrill and excitement of running through the woods at night with all your senses heightened as the adrenaline pumps through your body is un-paralleled.

MACLAREN ART CENTRE: Enrich your childrens' days with art. Every child has the potential and needs the inspiration! Kids are never too young to learn art appreciation.

BARRIE FAIR: A true sign that Fall is coming! Let the Fall Fairs begin bring family and kids fun to towns all over north Ontario!

Browse BARRIE HOTELS

~BRACEBRIDGE~

SANTA'S VILLAGE: 2 Great Parks & 1 Great Campground - We've added a Bungee Trampoline and Spray Pad!Tour the village by miniature train or cruise the Muskoka River on Santa's Summer Sleigh Jet Boat. You can try Rudolph's Roller Coaster, the Ferris Wheel, and other amusement rides! Visit Santa Claus and then play at Elves Island or at our beach and splash-pad.

See BRACEBRIDGE ACCOMMODATIONS & ATTRACTIONS


~THE BLUE MOUNTAINS | COLLINGWOOD~

COUNTRY MUSIC AND RODEO WEEKEND: at Blue Mountain Village. Dust off your boots and hat and get ready for a weekend of live country music and country groove dancing!

VILLAGE ACTIVITIES AT BLUE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE: Scavenger hunts and other kids and family fun happening daily in Blue Mountain Village.

SUMMER ATTRACTION PARK BLUE MOUNTAIN RESORT:
Take the exciting Ridge Runner ride or visit the now-open summer attraction park that includes fun activities like Mountaintop Segway touring, Open-air gondola rides, Mini-putt, Climbing wall and more!

EXPLORE SCENIC CAVES:
Nature, history and adventures for the whole family. Self-guided tour of caves, caverns and lookouts on the highest point of the Niagara Escarpment. Ontario’s longest Suspension Footbridge offers light adventure and the most spectacular views of Georgian Bay and surrounding countryside. Gemstone Mining, train ride, mini golf, trout pond, picnic areas, snack bar and gift shop.

Stay in COLLINGWOOD HOTELS

~ELMVALE~

ROUNDS RANCH: Exactly between Elmvale and Wasaga Beach is country western kids attraction fun and RR knows their stuff! Great toys to ride, a fun play structure with giant slide and zip line and to top it off, there are horse and pony rides.

Stay in WASAGA BEACH
Stay in MIDLAND HOTELS
MORE Midland Tourism Region

~FORESTER FALLS~

RIVER RAFTING: 
High family adventure here with river rafting and zip lining! Age and weight requirements in effect. 

~HALIBURTON~

SIR SAM'S SKI & BIKE
Take out the bikes and have some outdoor adventure.

Browse HALIBURTON ATTRACTIONS & ACCOMMODATIONS

~IROQUIS~

DORAN BAY MODEL SHIP MUSEUM: Dad can also get his fill of maritime history here.

~MIDLAND | PENETANGUISHENE~

TALL SHIPS: On the weekend of August 24-25, the Midland-Penetanguishene area on Southern Georgian Bay welcomes the TALL SHIPS ® 1812 Tour with the arrival of a fleet of magnificent vessels to the area’ s War of 1812 heritage attraction, the Port of Midland, Port of Penetanguishene and Discovery Harbour.  This exciting weekend will be an outstanding celebration of marine heritage in the region.

HARBOUR FESTIVAL: Discover one of  Ontario's most beautiful waterfront's in the  Southern Georgian Bay region. Come to the Midland Harbour Festival and experience a fun filled weekend with exhibitors of one of a kind, unique art & crafts and antiques. 

GO CRUISING: Head out on a 2.5 hour Georgian Bay cruise. Saturday the Miss Midland is offering 3 cruises amongst the tall ships. The later 2 cruises include dinner and live music.

MIDLAND FARMERS' MARKET: Meet farmers and artisans and have a taste of Ontario! Sunday morning 9-1 across from the Midland town dock. 

DOWNTOWN SHOPS AND DOCKS:
Check out the shops and docks in beautiful Midland! Walk about and strolling fun for kids and check out one of the largest outdoor mural collections in North America.

GUIDED CANOE OR KAYAK TOURS | GUIDED WALKS | REPTILE SHOW | BIRDS OF PREY SHOW:
Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre. Check their website for details and times. This weekend the Wye Marsh also offers a Wildflower Seed Workshop and a Make Your Own Wildseed Paper Workshop.

KING'S WHARF THEATRE:
Take in dinner and show at the waterfront King's Wharf Theatre. Be sure to leave time for a stroll on the boardwalk! Or buy him tickets for a show later in the season.

MUSIC IN THE PARK: Sunday evenings in Little Lake Park. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the music while the kids play at the park.

HURONIA FOOD TRAIL: You will find a list of the farmers, producers, restaurants, retailers and accommodations that have identified themselves as advocates of local taste and local products, within the towns of Midland and Penetanguishene & Townships of Tay and Tiny, Ontario through the Huronia Food Trail.

LEARN ABOUT ONTARIO'S HISTORY: Visit Sainte Marie among the Hurons or Discovery Harbour. 

Stay in MIDLAND HOTELS
MORE Midland Tourism Region

~ORILLIA~

STREETS ALIVE LETTERS OF ORILLIA OUTDOOR ART CELEBRATION:
City streets are alive with 6 foot high metal letter sculptures, transformed into exciting works of art by area artists!

Browse Orillia Accommodations & Attractions 

~PARRY SOUND~

GEORGIAN BAY AIRWAYS: Operating from May through October out of Parry Sound’s beautiful downtown waterfront in the Heart of the 30,000 Islands, Georgian Bay Airways Ltd. proudly offers a modern fleet of seaplanes to service your flying needs. Sightseeing Air Tours, Our Signature "Fly & Dine" to World Famous Henry's Fish Restaurant, Charters, and Flying Adventures are just a sample of the Georgian Bay Airways experience. Not into flying? Well at least come say hello and visit the ice cream parlour and coffee shop!   

Browse Parry Sound area Accommodations & Attractions

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Plan ahead for Labour Day with a list of events and getaways to choose from!

You can find more FAMILY ACTIVITIES and SUPER SUMMER GETAWAYS on our website! It's not too late to book a getaway or take advantage of someone else's last minute cancellation!

Have a fun and safe long weekend!
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