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Superior Fishing...... 2
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Lodge & Outfitter Directory...... 4 At the centre of Canada and along the world’s largest freshwater lake we offer you the natural beauty of Northern Ontario while you take part in a trip of a Thunder Bay Region...... 6 lifetime. Whether you’re climbing the Sleeping Giant, visiting Map of Superior Country...... 12 the City of Thunder Bay, camping on a remote lake, trolling for the big one on Lake Nipigon, or attempting to break a world record on the Nipigon River, we’ll Top of Lake Superior Region...... 14 offer you a true taste of everything great in Superior Country. Greenstone Region...... 21 Our lodge and outfitters are professionals of the area and will guide you in achieving all your hunting and Superior Events...... 23 angling goals. Big game hunting and trophy angling await you in Superior Country. Contact one of our lodge or operators and begin planning your trip today! Welcome to Canada...... 24
Superior Country Travel Guide Publisher: Superior Country Editor: Carmen Misasi Design Marketing/Advertising: Superior Country, [email protected], 1-807-887-3188 Printer: Safeguard Business Systems by Herman Hanschke
Travel Distance to Superior Country
COUNTRY Thunder Bay Atikokan Armstrong Geraldton superiorcountry.ca Toronto, On 1396 km 1583 km 1648 km 1193 km
Ottawa, On 1458 km 1645 km 1710 km 1191 km
Buffalo, NY 1015 mi 1105 mi 1171 mi 821 mi Facebook.com/visitsuperiorcountry
Grand Rapids, MI 733 mi 847 mi 887 mi 665 mi Facebook.com/huntontariossuperiorcountry
Chicago, IL 658 mi 727 mi 813 mi 829 mi
Minneapolis/St Paul, MN 343 mi 391 mi 499 mi 514 mi Instagram.com/superiorcountry Walleye The name walleye comes from the fact that the eyes point outward, as if looking COUNTRY at the walls. This fish is very adaptable and can be found FISHING in a variety of water conditions from cold and clear to warm You don’t have to look further and weedy. They are most active than the Superior Country region during the spring and fall and for world-class sport fishing! tend to retreat to deeper With an abundance of species water during the warmer Superior Country offers great weather. experiences for all anglers. Floatplanes touch down on Northern Pike secluded lakes throughout The northern pike is an the region, remote outposts aggressive species, which provide a variety of comforts makes them a favourite and amenities from basic to of anglers who enjoy a first class, and charters provide challenge. This fish is the experiences of a life time with one you want to catch, if a deep-water fishing. Tons of fish great fighting experience is and trophy opportunities await what your after! you in Superior Country! Brook Trout Brook Trout are a cold- water sport fish highly sought in all of Northern Ontario. The world record brook trout came from the Nipigon River in the middle of Superior Country! Although referred to as a trout, they are members of the Char family.
Lake Trout The largest member of the char family lives in the deep cold waters of Superior Country. These deep- water giants can be found in Lake Superior and Lake Nipigon while the smaller of the species can be found throughout the shallower waters in the region.
Salmon Pink and Coho salmon were introduced to the Great Lakes some time ago. In late summer and early fall, they congregate at the mouths of the tributaries before migrating upstream to spawn. Salmon fishing should be on every angler’s Lake Superior Prov. Park - Nicolette Park Superior Prov. Lake bucket list! 212 12 Superior Country 2019 Travel Guide Moose The king of the forest, the moose is the largest member of the deer family and can weigh up to 600kg. COUNTRY The male (bull) can sport an impressive set of antlers. HUNTING They are found in all parts of the Superior Country region Superior Country is considered and like to hang out around a prime moose and black lakes, streams and swamps bear hunting destination. where food is abundant. Majestic moose, crowned with massive antlers browse the White-tailed deer wilderness rivers, lake shores, The white-tailed deer is the most and logging clearings across widely recognized of all the deer the region. Whitetail Deer and species, the flash of white, as their Small Game offer something tail goes up is a common sight and for every hunter in Superior makes them easily recognizable. Country. We encourage all Superior Country has a healthy visitors to utilize the services population of white-tail, they are very of our licensed operators to versatile and are equally at home in obtain proper licensing the boreal forest or on and ensure a great the open grassland. experience through accommodations and hospitality. Black Bears With many outfitters boasting successes of 80% or larger the black bear hunting experience in Superior Country is like no other. Spring and fall bear hunts are done over baited stands. Non-residents must hunt through a licensed outfitter.
Small Game There is no shortage of small game and wild birds in Superior Country. Lodges and outfitters across the region offer excellent shooting for many varieties of ducks, Canada geese, partridge and grouse. Thousands of kilometers of roads and trails through our forests provide ample access. Superior Country 2019 Travel Guide 123 Caribou Lake Lodge Armstrong 807-583-2191 765-457-4882 cariboulakelodge.com COUNTRY Lodges & Outfitters Due North Outpost Adventures Inc Armstrong 807-345-5194 866-383-6678 Wawang Lake Resort Windy Pine Cottages duenorthoutposts.com Upsala Nolalu Thunder Bay 807-986-2422 807-475-6947 414-431-4197 807-475-6947 wawangresort.com windypine.com Forrest Lodge Brown’s Clearwater West Lodge and Resort Armstrong Atikokan 807-583-2188 807-597-2884 888-763-6486 807-597-2884 Beda’s Canadian Lodge Amberlite Wilderness Resort forrestlodge.com brownsclearwaterlodge.com Shebandowan Kakabeka 807-926-2945 807-933-5027 807-926-2945 807-933-5027 bedaslodge.com amberlite.ca Birch Point Resort Holinshead Lake Outfitters Kashabowie Armstrong 807-926-2412 807-982-2171 807-939-1320 Oskondaga River Outfitters Archie’s Fishing Charters 218-434-0066 birchpointresort.ca Shebandowan Thunder Bay holinshead.ca 807-933-4094 807-473-9435 807-933-4094 807-624-7096 oskondaga.com archiescharters.com Kashabowie River Resort Kab Lake Lodge Kashabowie Armstrong 807-926-2442 320-310-0066 807-926-2442 Brandt’s Resort Black Bear Adventures 800-381-9464 kashabowie.com Nolalu Thunder Bay kablakelodge.com 807-933-5011 800-466-0918 888-871-8392 807-933-4407 brandtsresort.com blackbearadventure.com Lake Kashabowie Lodge Mattice Lake Outfitters Kashabowie Armstrong 807-628-4480 807-583-2483 807-628-4480 Come by Chance Resort & Campground Dog Lake Resort 800-411-0334 lakekashabowielodge.com Nolalu Thunder Bay walleye.ca 807-475-8788 807-767-1809 888-871-8392 800-466-0918 comebychanceresort.ca doglakeresort.com Open Bay Lodge Ltd Thousand Lakes Outposts Upsala Armstrong 807-986-2356 807-939-2911 807-986-2356 Northern Light Resort Sunset Bay Log Vacation Rentals 888-847-0753 openbaylodge.com Nolalu Thunder Bay thousandlakesoutposts.com 807-933-5025 807-626-2253 807-933-5025 807-626-2253 northernlightresort.ca sunsetbaylogvacationrentals.com Pakashkan Lodge Thunderhook Fly Ins Upsala Armstrong 807-986-2341 807-583-2106 807-577-9000 Ole’s Adventure Resort LTD Wilderness North 807-583-2106 pakashkan.on.ca Nolalu Thunder Bay thunderhook.com 807-475-8800 807-983-2047 807-475-8800 888-465-3474 olesresort.com wildernessnorth.com Pinepoint Resort Wabakimi Wilderness Adventures Upsala Armstrong 807-986-1300 807-583-2626 Red Pine Outfitters Ogoki Frontier 877-429-8889 807-583-2626 Nolalu Shunia pinepointresort.com wabakimi.com 807-933-0445 807-583-2478 807-933-0445 888-232-7729 redpineoutfitters.ca ogokifrontier.com Savanne River Resort & Campground Upsala 807-986-2484 800-663-5852 Rocky’s Resort Bear Paw Lodge savanneriver.com Nolalu Armstrong 807-475-5101 807-583-2478 807-475-5101 888-232-7729 rockysresort.net bearpawlodge.net Thousand Lakes Resort Upsala Top of Lake Superior 807-986-1600 608-767-2967 Thunder Bay Fishing Adventures Allan Water Bridge Lodge Nipigon River Adventures Quebec Lodge thousandlakesresort.com Nolalu Armstrong Red Rock 807-475-5233 807-584-1202 807-621-6342 807-475-5233 218-340-0447 807-621-6342 thunderbayfishingadventures.com allanwater.com nipigonriveradventures.com Thunderbird Resort Upsala 807-986-2422 608-767-2967 thunderbirdresort.net
Fishing Hunting Camping Outfitter Hotel/Motel/B&B Restaurant Shopping American Plan 412 12 Superior Country 2019 TravelTravel Guide Bait & Tackle Marina Gas Station Fly-in Housekeeping Open Year Round Water Sport Rentals Pet Friendly North Superior Charters Cedar Shores Resort & Motel Ara Meta Stone Outpost Camps Ogoki Lake Outfitters Red Rock Jellicoe Nakina Nakina 807-857-1396 807-879-2523 807-683-3585 807-329-8810 866-282-4854 807-879-2523 807-683-3585 807-329-8810 northsuperiorcharters.ca facebook.com/Cedar-Shores-Jellicoe ontariowalleyefishingoutpostcamps.com ogokilakeoutfitters.com
Bowman Island Charters Colimar Outpost Camps Bauer’s Onaman Lake Cabins O’Sullivan Rainbow Nipigon Jellicoe Nakina Nakina 807-886-2504 708-879-2500 877-736-2626 807-329-5297 807-886-2504 888-432-4442 705-377-5067 715-564-2248 bowmanislandcharters.com colimaroutposts.com onamanlake.com osullivansrainbow.com
Nipigon River Bear Hunts Pennock’s Tourist Service and Shores Motel Deep Wilderness Outposts Boreal Forest Outfitters Nipigon Nakina Jellicoe Nakina 807-887-3801 807-329-5265 765-366-2366 807-853-1934 877-825-7417 807-329-5265 deepwildernessoutposts.com 807-853-1934 nipigonriverbearhunt.com borealforestoutfitters.com pennocksnakina.com
Northern Woods Lodge Brace Lake Outfitters Seven Lakes Wilderness Camps Gathering Lake Outfitters Terrace Bay Nakina Nakina Jellicoe 807-887-1335 807-329-1116 715-953-4788 708-879-2500 613-482-8115 807-329-1116 715-949-7777 888-432-4442 northernwoodslodge.com bracelakeoutfitters.com nakinaoutpostcamps.com gatheringlakeoutfitters.com
Neys Adventures Dusey River Adventures Twin Lakes Outfitters and Wilderness Marathon Pasha Lake Cabins Nakina Camps 807-229-1869 Jellicoe S. 807-329-9839 Nakina 800-939-0997 807-879-1188 W. 715-205-4327 888-787-8686 neysadventures.com 715-817-4161 duseyriveradventures.com 888-349-2799 pashalake.com twin-lakes-air.com
Hillsport Hillton Hunting & Fishing Eddie North’s Attawapiskat River Manitouwadge Kenogamisis Lake Resort Adventures Belle Chasse Outfitters 807-826-1158 Geraldton Nakina Longlac 877-445-5866 877-801-3101 519-733-0409 601-260-2127 hillsporthillton.com 877-801-3101 519-816-0419 601-260-2127 kenogamisislakeresort.com eddienorthadventures.ca bellechasseoutfitters.com
Northwood Adventure Tours & Inn Manitouwadge Timberwolf Camps Esnagami Wilderness Lodge & Outpost Castlebar Lake Lodge 807-826-1224 Longlac Geraldton Camps 866-417 8687 807-854-1575 Nakina 419-292-5965 turnersnorthwoodsadventures.com 807-854-1290 807-329-5209 419-292-5965 timberwolfcamps.com 519-474-6988 facebook.com/Castlebar-Lake-Lodge esnagami.com
Flint Wilderness Resort White Wolf Resort Cottages & Longlac Leuenberger’s Fly-In Lodge & Wilderness Campgrounds 207-528-2320 Geraldton Outpost Camps Nakina 207-528-2320 807-854-1519 flintwildernessresort.com 807-854-1519 807-329-5940 white-wolf-resort.com 888-246-6533 leuenberger.ca Greenstone Klotz Lake Camp Longlac Wild Goose Lake Campground 807-872-0202 Lake Nipigon Charters Geraldton Lower Twin Lakes Lodge Beardmore Nakina 807-872-0202 1-866-465-4404 facebook.com/klotzlakecamp 807-875-2873 wildgooselakecampground.com 888-336-5855 807-875-2873 888-336-5855 lakenipigoncharters.net lowertwinlakes.com Lochlomond Camp Longlac Wild Goose Lake Resort 807-876-2801 Lake Nipigon Fishing Adventures Geraldton Meta Lake Lodge & Outpost Camps Beardmore 807-876-2801 807-854-0316 Nakina 807-875-1051 lochlomondcamp.ca 877-854-0316 231-464-5179 807-875-1051 wildgooselake.com 866-330-6382 facebook.com/fishinaccomplished metalakelodgefishing.com Longlac Lodge & Cabins Longlac O’Sullivan Lake Outfitters 807-854-8652 Onaman River Resort Nakina North Outfitters Aroland 807-876-2452 Beardmore Nakina 705-910-4851 longlaclodge.ca 807-879-2508 519-583-9633 866-294-9836 807-879-2508 519-583-9633 osullivanlakeoutfitters.com onamanriverresort.com nakinanorthoutfitters.ca Northwood Lodging Longlac 807-876-2760 Bush Lake Resort Ara Lake Camp Namegosikaa Outfitters Jellicoe Nakina 877-876-2760 Nakina northwoodlodging.ca 807-879-1139 807-790-0284 519-692-9519 715-479-1559 807-790-0284 519-401-0130 bushlakeresort.com aralakecamp.com namegosikaaoutfitters.com Superior Country 2019 TravelTravel Guide 125 The Thunder Bay Region of Superior Country is made up of it’s largest urban community, Thunder Bay as well as Atikokan, Nolalu, Neebing, Shunia and Armstrong. The region offers Thunder Bay beautiful landscapes, a flourishing culinary scene, exceptional region fishing and hunting, rich in arts and culture, outdoor activities and adventure.
Thunder Bay Region
Kakabeka Falls Sleeping Giant Kakabeka Falls is known as the The Sleeping Giant is one “Niagara of the North” and is the of Canada’s seven wonders second largest waterfall in Ontario. and calls Superior Country’s It is a 130ft drop off along the Thunder Bay it’s home. The Kaministiquia River and the gorge view of the rock formation from below reveals 1.6 million-year-old the city of Thunder Bay appears rocks and fossils. This spectacular that the rocks are a giant, taking marvel is part of historical Voyageur a long over due slumber. The Route and is surrounded by tremendous formation is part beautiful hiking trails, a beach, of the Sleeping Giant Provincial campground, and hospitable Park where you can hike up this community. magnificent natural wonder.
Terry Fox Monument Sea Lion This is a must see attraction On the shore of Lake Superior, within the Thunder Bay Region of at Perry Bay, on route to the Superior Country. This monument Sleeping Giant Provincial Park pays tribute to the inspirational you’ll find a stone Sea Lion. The Terry Fox and the tragic halt in his 15 metres of sedimentary rock Marathon of Hope on August 31 that juts out of the mainland 1980. This magnificent location has been shaped by the waves offers panoramic views of Lake of the Lake Superior to offer Superior and the Sleeping Giant the region an attraction like no and beautifully commemorates this other. Canadian hero. Ontario’s Amethyst Wabakimi Provincial Park Superior Country has an Wabakimi Provincial Park is in the abundance of purple- heart of Northern Ontario, north hue quartz Amethyst. This of Armstrong. The park includes gemstone is the official mineral world-class wilderness canoeing of Ontario. Ontario’s jewel over 1,242.75 miles (2,000 km) of can become your own as you lakes and river routes, some with dig, uncover, and clean your ideal Whitewater conditions. The very own piece at one of the remote wilderness gives visitors Amethyst mines in Superior excellent opportunities for wildlife Country’s Thunder Bay Region. viewing and sports fishing. 612 Superior Country 2019 Travel Guide Best Western Hotel Hotel & Brown’s Clearwater West Ole’s Adventure Resort LTD Conference Centre Lodge and Resort
349 Government St, Dryden, ON Clearwater Lake, Highway 622, Whitefish Lake Ontario, 4065 P8N 2P4 Atikokan, ON Hwy 588 Nolalu ON, P0T2K0 807-223-3201 S: 807-597-2884 W:807-597-2884 807-475-8800 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.bestwestern.com www.brownsclearwaterlodge.com www.olesresort.com Check into a luxurious stay at our Brown’s Clearwater Lodge offers a variety of packages for all Cabins to suit every need from a large party of 12 or more, to a cozy Dryden hotel where every outdoor recreational activity is at your your travel plans! Clean, comfortable accommodations include cabin for 2 on the water’s edge. We offer boat rentals and a large fingertips and there is never any shortage on natural beauty. cottages & modern mobile homes, secluded boat-to chalets, dock to accommodate your every need. If a pull in site is what you Some amenities include, exercise facilities, restaurant, indoor portage & fly-to outposts, and a family campground. Your are after, we have large lakefront and beautiful park camp sites pool, hot tub, steam room, conference and ballroom, car rentals, itinerary may include, fishing, boating, canoeing, ice fishing or nestled in your own piece of paradise. and free parking. snowmobiling. Township of Atikokan Kashabowie River Resort Red Pine Canoe Outfitters
120 Marks St. Atikokan, ON P0T1C0 1 Kash River Rd, Kashabowie, ON 807-597-1234 807-926-2442 RR #2 Box 40 Nolalu, ON P0T2K0 tourismatikokan@atikokaninfo. [email protected] 807-933-0445 com www.kashabowie.com [email protected] www.visitatikokan.com www.redpineoutfitters.ca Some of the finest fishing in Northwestern Ontario is found on 32 Atikokan is a fun, family-friendly community that takes pride mile long Shebandowan Lake. Here you’ll find Kashabowie River Red Pine Outfitters is located in a small bay on Northern Light in their diverse economy and strong ties to the wilderness and Resort offering cabins, boat/motor rentals, fabulous fishing and Lake just North of the Boundary Waters Canoe area and East of creative spirit. Though easily accessible, Atikokan retains a sense more. With abundant Walleye, Northern, Lake Trout, Smallmouth Quetico Provincial Park. It’s pristine wilderness and breathtaking of remoteness and basks in the tranquility and relaxation that can Bass, Kashabowie River Resort is truly a fishing Paradise. scenery is a must to experience. Red Pines offers cabins, canoes, only be found away from the big lights of the city. tents and bunk house rentals for your convenience.
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Superior Country 2019 Travel Guide 127 Windy Pine Cottages Amethyst Gift Centre
RR #2 Site 6 Comp 21, Nolalu, ON 400 Victoria Ave. East, Thunder P0T2K0 Bay, ON 807-475-6947 807-622-6908 [email protected] [email protected] www.windypine.com www.amethystmine.com Windy Pine Cottages offers four well maintained cottages, one Available at the Amethyst Gift Centre are fine amethyst carvings with wheelchair accessibility. All the amenities of home with the handcrafted by world renowned craftsmen using specially fun of lakeside living. The resort is accessed by paved road with a selected Canadian amethyst from Amethyst Mine Panorama. 132 ft. floating dock and boat launch. For winter fun, there’s two Jewellery, light catchers, clocks, pen sets, bookends, beads and heated overnight Ice Shanty’s that sleep six. amethyst crystals are just some of the unique gift items to chose from. Municipality of Neebing Best Western Nor’Wester CABIN, BOAT RENTALS Hotel & Conference Centre & GUIDING 4766 HWY 61 Neebing, ON P7L 0B5 807-474-5331 2080 Hwy 61, Thunder Bay, ON [email protected] 807-473-9123 www.neebing.org [email protected] Whether you are traveling for business or for pleasure, this Neebing is filled with amazing scenic vistas, wildlife and hiking Whiteesh Lake, 4065 Hwy 588 award-winning hotel has it all! Providing guests with exceptional trails. If your passion is outdoor activities Neebing is one place Nolalu, Ontario, Canada P0T 2K0 customer care, superb full-service amenities and an unbeatable you don’t want to miss! Situated between the City of Thunder Nor’Wester Mountain location. An indoor pool and hot tub, on- 807-475-8800 • [email protected] Bay and the US border, The Municipality of Neebing is easily site restaurant and free Wi-Fi await you. • www.olesresort.com accessible by car, boat and plane.
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Collect your own amethyst. Amethyst jewellery, souvenirs and more... Guided and self-guided tours. hand crafted on site! Located 30 miles east of Thunder Bay o Hwy. 11-17, on East Loon Rd 400 Victoria Avenue East, Thunder Bay, Ontario Open daily: 10 am to 5 pm – May 15 to Oct.15 Open year round 10 am to 6 pm – July & Aug www.amethystgiftcentre.com www.amethystmine.com
812 Superior Country 2019 Travel Guide Black Bear Adventures Days Inn & Suites Thunder Paro Centre Bay
R.R. #14, Box 30, Site 12 Thunder 110 - 105 May St. North Bay, ON P7B5E5 645 Sibley Drive, Thunder Bay, Thunder Bay, ON P7C 3N9 S:807-933-4407 W:807-767-1809 Ontario P7B 6Z8 807-625-0328 TF:800-466-0918 807-622-3297 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.paro.ca www.blackbearadventure.com www.daysinnthunderbay.com The PARO Centre for Women’s Enterprise is one of Canada’s most Black Bear Adventures is a black bear and moose hunter’s At Days Inn & Suites, enjoy a relaxing evening lounging by the successful business support and networking organizations. As a paradise. They offer various outdoor activities such as moose indoor pool or a soak in the hot tub. Centrally located in the heart not-for-profit social enterprise, PARO collaborates to empower hunting, bear hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation services. of the city, everything you could want or need is right nearby. women, strengthen small business and promote community The bear hunting area is 1.7 million acres where over 90 bait Close to Confederation College and Intercity Mall, easy access to economic development across the North of Ontario. stations are run to ensure a quality hunting opportunity. the air port and outdoor recreation on Lake Superior. Bolt Media Days Inn Thunder Bay North Prince Arthur Waterfront Hotel & Suites
1500 James St S, Thunder Bay, ON 1250 Golf Links Road, P7E 6N7 Thunder Bay, ON P7B0A1 17 Cumberland St N, Thunder Bay, 807-286-0048 807-344-3297 ON P7A 4K8 [email protected] frontdesk@ 807-345-5411 1-800-267-2675 www.boltmedia.ca daysinnandsuitesthunderbay.com [email protected] www.daysinnthunderbay.com www.princearthurwaterfront.com BOLT Media is a web design & development company. Working with clients around the globe allows us a full, well rounded Take advantage of the best value in Thunder Bay accommodations Providing exceptional service and comfortable accommodations portfolio to draw experience from. We’re not your typical agency with all of the amenities you need and the comforts you for over 100 years, the Prince Arthur Waterfront Hotel & Suites in that we truly get to know our clients on a personal level allowing deserve. Whether you are here for an extended stay, or a short offers you a warm welcome upon your arrival. The hotel is us to extract what our clients really need out of a website. trip for business or pleasure, our courteous staff and thoughtful immersed in Canadian history, built as a C.N.R hotel in 1911. amenities ensure your stay has all the comforts of home. Discover dozens of activities available in the city during your stay. Canadian Lighthouses of Dog Lake Resort Red Lion Smokehouse Lake Superior
R.R. #14, Box 30, Site 12 Thunder 28 Cumberland St. S, Thunder 248 Riverside Drive Thunder Bay, Bay, Ontario, Canada P7B5E5 Bay, ON ON P7B7B3 S:807-767-1809 807-2860045 [email protected] W:800-466-0918 [email protected] www.clls.ca [email protected] redlionsmokehouse.ca www.doglakeresort.com Canadian Lighthouses of Lake Superior Inc is an organization Red Lion Smokehouse is a barbecue restaurant and smokehouse that represents a movement to restore, preserve, maintain and Dog Lake Resort is a 5-Star wilderness vacation resort, taking in Thunder Bay’s picturesque waterfront district. We love great promote all of the historical lighthouses that dot the northern pride in catering to families, outdoor enthusiasts and sportsmen/ food and good beer so we created a place where you can enjoy shores of Lake Superior. CLLS’s duty is to provide to the public women alike. The resort features 9 contemporary log cabins, and both. Our beer list is made up of craft brews from local breweries access to these unique heritage locations. more than 100 seasonal serviced campsites with 15-amp power, as well as our favourite British and American brews. water hook ups, and clean showers in two convenient locations. Chippewa Park Fort William Historical Park Safeguard Business Systems
2465 City Rd Thunder Bay, ON 1350 King Rd Thunder Bay, ON 105-229 Pearl Street, Thunder 1-888-711-5094 807-473-2347 Bay, ON P7B 1E3 [email protected] [email protected] 807-344-2983 www.chippewapark.ca www.fwhp.ca [email protected] www.safeguardthunderbay.com Chippewa Park has been a favorite with residents and visitors For an incredible family adventure, travel back in time to 1815 since opening in 1921. Located along the beautiful coast of Lake and experience life at the world’s largest fur trade post. With 57 Safeguard is at your service with the office supplies you need Superior, offering an amazing view of the Sleeping Giant. This heritage and modern buildings on 250 acres, Fort William offers to get your business running with maximum efficiency. Our Tec is your destination for family fun, scenic beauty and relaxation. a vivid and rich tapestry of fur trade life, from culture to crafts, Shop can help facilitate and maintain your electronic lines of Chippewa Park is a perfect family summer getaway. medicine to business, domestic life to heritage farming. communication. We can get the word out about your what is new with your business as much, as often and as BIG as you wish! Comfort Inn North of Superior Marina Seasons Extended Stay Marketing Association Suites
660 Arthur St W, Thunder Bay, ON 807-475-3155 P.O. Box 21029, 640 River St 1486 Dawson Rd, [email protected] Thunder Bay, ON P7A3S0 Thunder Bay, ON P7G 1H8 www.choicehotels.com/ontario/ 807-767-3131 807-767-8835 thunder-bay/comfort-inn-hotels www.lakesuperiorboating.com [email protected] www.seasonsextendedstaysuites.com The Comfort Inn hotel is conveniently located near the airport, The Marina Marketing Association promotes the adventurous shopping, the College and University. Tastefully appointed guest and fantastic boating opportunities along the Canadian North We offer a newly built facility conveniently located 2 km West of rooms come complete with two double beds or one queen-size Shore of Lake Superior. Many of the communities on the North shopping, grocery stores, banks, and restaurants. Our suites come bed, fridges, microwaves, 32-inch LCD plasma televisions, coffee Shore have been developing their marinas and waterfronts as an fully furnished and equipped to make your stay as comfortable as makers and ironing equipment, and complimentary buffet opportunity to attract marine tourism into their areas. possible. Including cable TV, wifi, a fully equipped kitchen, in- breakfast. suite laundry, and an outdoor patio with access to a BBQ.
Superior Country 2019 Travel Guide 129 Seek Adventure and Tours Superior Display & Thunder Bay Chamber of Lettershop Commerce
3124 Bay St Thunder Bay, ON 564 Tenth Ave, Thunder Bay, ON, 200 Syndicate Ave. South Thunder P7B1R9 P7B 2R2 Bay, ON 807-701-7100 807-346-2210 807-624-2626 www.seekadventureandtours.com [email protected] [email protected] www.thelettershop.ca www.tbchamber.ca Offering guided experiential walking tours in Thunder Bay neighbourhoods and guided hikes in natural areas with locally Thunder Bay Letter Shop Services Inc. is Thunder Bay’s premier The Chamber is a voluntary organization working together crafted catered lunch/snacks. All tours will include a natural and mailing house, specializing in all aspects of the preparation to advance the commercial, financial, and interests of our cultural history while experiencing some of the vibrant food scene of mailings. Providing mailing solutions for local and regional community. Whether we’re offering learning opportunities, with tastings from the region’s chefs, farmers and food artisans. customers since 1994. We Serve the tourism industry with raising our voices on a policy issues or facilitating connections services for brochures, magazines, menus, guides, maps, and between members, we know that businesses that work together newsletters. are stronger.
Spruce Forest Lakeside B&B Thunder Bay Art Gallery Thunder Bay Hotel Association
1080 Keewatin Street, Thunder Bay, 176 Hilldale Rd. Thunder Bay, ON ON P7B 6T7 807-473-2454 P7G 1Y8 807-577-6427 www. 807-708-4080 [email protected] thunderbayhotelassociation.com [email protected] www.theag.ca The Thunder Bay Hotel Association works together with; The city Thunder Bay Art Gallery exhibits and collects art with a focus on the An excellent vacation retreat whether for a night to more than of Thunder Bay and industries & partners in tourism to foster contemporary artwork of Canadian Aboriginal and Northwestern a week. It is a high quality year-round house on beautiful Hicks superior quality services & accommodations within the city. Ontario artists. The Gallery advances the relationship between Lake. Offering a sandy beach, sauna, pontoon and fishing boat, Whether you are coming for business or looking for your next artists, their art, and the public, nurturing an appreciation of canoe, kayak, 3 comfortable rooms, living room, dining area, and family vacation, Thunder Bay has many adventures to offer! contemporary visual arts among residents and visitors. full kitchen. Spruce Forest B&B is your home away from home.
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807-708-4080 • 807-583-2626 • Frontier Trail, Hwy. 527, Armstrong, ON P0T 1A0 Fishing & Canoeing Outfitters www.wabakimi.com • [email protected] • [email protected]
1012 Superior Country 2019 Travel Guide Ogoki Frontier
478 Lakeshore Drive, Shuniah, ON, P7A 0R1 Fish the 807-583-2698 [email protected] www.ogokifrontier.com For 25 years we have provided deluxe wilderness outpost fishing trips from our Armstrong location into beautiful Wabakimi Provincial Park and surrounding lakes. Yes, we take you where the fishing is extraordinary, but there is more than fishing. Yearly Lake Superior family gatherings sharing a wilderness experience in comfort.
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Frontier Trail, Hwy 527 Armstrong, ON P0T1A0 807-583-2626 [email protected] www.wabakimi.com Wabakimi Wilderness Park is a huge expanse of unspoiled wilderness representing the best of boreal forest. Fishing is superb for walleye, huge northern pike, and lake and speckled trout. With dozens of canoe routes, both flatwater and white- water, Wabakimi can keep you in new canoe routes for your entire life! Municipality of Shuniah
420 Leslie Ave, Thunder Bay, ON P7A 1X8 855-683-4545 [email protected] www.shunish.org Shuniah is a modern and vibrant community with a strong sense of identity, located on the picturesque shores of Lake Superior bordering the city of Thunder Bay. Shuniah is a popular cottaging locale with 25 miles of Lake Superior’s northern shoreline. There is also a range of accommodations, from campgrounds to B&Bs. Amethyst Mine Panorama
500 Bass Lake Rd, Shunia, ON 807-622-6908 [email protected] www.amethystmine.com Enjoy guided and self-guided tours collecting your very own Amethyst. The Amethyst Mine Panorama is one of the must-see destinations in Northwestern Ontario and is the largest deposit in Canada. Located approximately 45 minutes northeast of the City of Thunder Bay. Your summer adventure starts here. KOA Thunder Bay
162 Spruce River Rd, Shunia, ON 800-562-4162 [email protected] www.koa.com/campgrounds/thunder-bay Camp sites are tucked in the trees and in wide-open sunshine with 90 acres of spruce, birch and poplar shimmering with color in autumn. Families enjoy the driving range, mini golf, heated pool, bike rentals and catch-and-release trout pond. Hayrides, ice Visit superiorcircletour.com to start planning your trip today cream socials and other activities add to the fun in season.
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Superior Country 2019 Travel Guide 1213 The Top of Lake Superior Region is found along Lake Superior’s north shore and coastal streams. The Top of Lake Superior is made up of Dorion, Red Rock, Nipigon, Schreiber, Terrace Bay, Marathon, Manitouwadge Top of Lake Superior and Wawa. This region offers scenic vistas, excellent fishing and hunting, region and welcoming and accessible communities, not to mention the largest freshwater lake in the world!
Top of Lake Superior Region
Ouimet Canyon Nipigon Marina Ouimet Canyon is in Superior The Nipigon Marina is on the Country’s township of Dorion. The shore of the Nipigon River that massive gorge, surrounded by high feeds into Lake Superior. It is the vertical cliffs, and an excellent array most northernly freshwater port of plant diversity, is a natural wonder in North America. The beautiful to Northern Ontario and offers some Marina is fully serviced and offers of the greatest views all year round. overnight RV and tent camping The canyon is 1.86 miles (3 km) in and a unique opportunity to tent length and 152 metres across. The in the trees at the Eco-park. beautiful views that the canyon provides creates a spectacular Terrace Bay Lighthouse area for visitors to capture and is a Overlooking the beautiful town must see while traveling in Superior of Terrace Bay, gorgeous Lake Country. Superior and the magnificent Slate Islands Provincial Park, the Terrace Red Rock Marina Bay Lighthouse is a beacon along The Marina in Red Rock is in the the north shore of Lake Superior secure freshwater harbour of Nipigon – a tribute to the Slate Islands Bay. It has deep water access from Lighthouse. Located in downtown the Simpson Channel all the way to a Terrace Bay, along the Trans- fully-serviced Marina. Walk along the Canada Highway, the Lighthouse beautiful board walk and appreciate is your gateway to this spectacular the picturesque harbourfront. Visit region. the Interpretive Centre for exciting, interactive exhibits or the Marina Wawa Goose Restaurant for some delicious fare in In Wawa there is a unique statue a comfortable setting. that welcomes you to the city; the Wawa Goose. This impeccable, Nipigon Lookout Tower giant Canadian Goose stands next The Nipigon Lookout Tower provides to the Wawa Tourist Information a unique experience to truly soak Centre and boasts to be the in Nipigon’s Natural Edge. Directly most photographed attraction off Highway 11/17, this 40 foot high of Ontario. It is fitting that what lookout is the perfect stop for tourists made Wawa famous is a giant and locals to observe impressive Canadian Goose because in panoramic views of the Nipigon Ojibway Wawa means “Wild River, the Nipigon River Bridge and Goose” or “Land of the Big Lake Helen. This is a welcomed new Goose”. attraction within Superior Country. Township of Dorion Township of Nipigon The Edgeview
170 Dorion Loop Road, Dorion, 52 Front St, Nipigon, ON P0T2J0 ON P0T 1K0 807-887-3135 807-857-2289 [email protected] 3 Railway St, Nipigon, ON P0T2J0 [email protected] www.nipigon.net 807-887-5739 www.doriontownship.ca [email protected] Nipigon sits on the edge of the Nipigon River and is brimming Dorion is rich in natural resources, abundant with tourism and with natural beauty. It is an inspiring community; a place Come in for a variety of delicious recreational opportunities and offers a high quality of life for where nature goes hand in hand with a rich culture and storied dishes…homemade pies, homemade burgers, pasta, daily residents and visitors. Dorion is a great place for people to live, heritage.If you love outdoor adventures, Nipigon is surrounded luncheon & dinner specials, licensed dining room & dine alfresco play and visit. Home to Canada’s largest suspension bridge and to by dramatic shorelines, freshwater lakes, and rugged landscapes. on the patio. Located in Nipigon with a panoramic view of the Eastern Canada’s deepest Canyon - Ouimet Canyon. Nipigon Marina and the Nipigon River and walking distance to the new Nipigon Lookout Tower.
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Superior Country 2019 Travel Guide 1215 HOME OF THE WORLD RECORD
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1612 Superior Country 2019 Travel Guide Natural Edge Ecopark Pine Crest Motel Zechner’s Food Market Marina & Campground
Brennen Drive, Nipigon, ON HWY 17, RR#1 Nipigon, ON P0T2J0 155 Railway St, Nipigon, ON P0T2J0 807-887-2813 P0T2J0 705-761-8570 [email protected] 807-887-2910 [email protected] www.pinecrestmotel.ca [email protected] www.naturaledgeecopark.com Welcome to Pine Crest Motel, the quintessential, home away Zechner’s Food Market carries groceries, fresh flower bouquets, North America’s 1st official Tentsile Experience Camp in Nipigon, from home, destination when exploring Canada and the northern and offers lush deli and produce departments. The courteous and Ontario. Nipigon’s waterfront offers a variety of campsites and shore area of Lake Superior. We pride ourselves on providing our friendly staff will help you find everything you need with a smile. such an amazing view that it was the ideal location. The site is guests clean, comfortable accommodations all in close proximity Offering unsurpassed service and quality food, Zechner’s has you nestled between a significant wetland, the Nipigon River and the to a bounty of outdoor activities. Come experience all that covered for your next picnic or camping adventure. Lake Superior National Marine Conservation Area. Nipigon, Ontario has to offer. Nipigon River Bear Hunt Top of Lake Superior Pelletier’s Gas Bar Chamber of Commerce
HWY 17, RR#1 Nipigon, ON P0T2J0 Box 760, Nipigon, Ontario, P0T 2J0 New Street East, Red Rock Indian 807-887-3801 807-887-3188 Band, ON P0T2J0 [email protected] [email protected] 807-887-2952 www.nipigonriverbearhunt.com www.topoflakesuperiorchamber.com [email protected] Nipigon River Bear Hunt is located on the North Shore of Lake The Top of Lake Superior Chamber of Commerce is there to Pelletier’s Gas Bar & Native Art Gallery offers full service gas and Superior on HWY 17 in Nipigon. Northern Ontario is one of the assist travelers, community members, and businesses in diesel, a gift store featuring Native Art – leather work, souvenirs, most picturesque and undeveloped areas of Canada. Whether making connections. The Chamber of Commerce represents the t- shirts and convenience store. Complimentary Coffee! Open hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, or visiting, our goal is to make communities of Dorion, Red Rock, Nipigon, and the Red Rock 7 days a week. Located on Highway 11 at the intersection of your trip a memorable, successful and exciting experience. Indian Band. Start exploring the Top of Lake Superior today! Highways 11 & 17 by the Nipigon River Bridge.
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Superior Country 2019 Travel Guide 1217 Red Rock Indian Band Township of Schreiber
204 Alberta Street, P.O. Box 40 2 Gas Road, Lake Helen Reserve Schreiber, ON P0T 2S0 Nipigon, ON P0T 2J0 807-824-2711 807-887-2510 [email protected] [email protected] www.schreiber.ca www.rrib.ca In Schreiber, the world is at your fingertips. There is always The Red Rock Indian Band is an Ojibwe First Nation in Superior something exciting to do in all four seasons for all ages, both Country. The Red Rock Indian Band is located on Lake Helen indoors and outdoors. An ideal area for camping, fishing, hunting, Reserve at the Professional Building Complex. Home to the hiking, or paddling to enjoy the rugged beauty. It is impossible to historical Saint Sylvester’s Church and host to an annual Pow be bored with amenities like these at your doorstep. Wow, Fall Harvest, Aboriginal Day and huge Salmon Derby. Casque Isles Hiking Trail Township of Terrace Bay • Full service gas station • Gift store featuring Native art • Convenience store: homemade baking, sandwiches, ice, propane 1 Selkirk Avenue Terrace Bay, ON exchange & more! • Open 7 days a week – 7:00am to 11:00pm P0T 2W0 Rossport/Schreiber/Terrace Bay 807-825-3315 807-229-6454 [email protected] [email protected] www.terracebay.ca www.facebook.com/CasqueIsles Terrace Bay is a beautiful town nestled in the Canadian Boreal The Casque Isles Trail is an adventurer’s dream come true—rated Forest along the banks of Lake Superior. Discover Aguasabon one of the top 10 best hikes in Ontario! This is the must-hike trail Falls, the Terrace Bay Lighthouse, excellent camping, fishing, in Northwestern Ontario. The trail weaves 53 km (33 miles) along hunting, hiking or paddling. Framed by the north shore’s 177 New Street, Lake Helen Reserve P0T 2J0 (Corner of Hwy 11 & 17) stunning vistas of the north shore of Lake Superior and linking beautiful landscapes, there is so much to explore in this lively 807-887-2952 Terrace Bay, Schreiber and Rossport together. community.
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Superior Country 2019 Travel Guide 1219 Experience North Lakeview Manor Pukaskwa National Park
1120 Hwy 17 Terrace Bay, ON 24 Drake St. Marathon, Ontario PO Box 212, Heron Bay, ON 807-825-3288 ex. 133 P0T2E0 P0T1R0 [email protected] 807-228-2248 807-229-0801 www.yourexperiencenorth.ca [email protected] [email protected] www.bbcanada.com/3917.html www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/on/ Experience North combines everything local and outdoors all pukaskwa/index into one convenient hub. Located in Terrace Bay, one of the most Lakeview Manor is nestled in the Peninsula Harbour, this B&B beautiful natural outdoor playgrounds on the North Shore of is your home away from home, filled with charm and character. Pukaskwa National Park is a vast, wild, natural playground found Lake Superior. Experience North offers guided hikes, recreational Situated on a hilltop overlooking Lake Superior. The home is on the edge of the world’s largest freshwater lake. Equal parts equipment rentals, various events and licenced lounge. located in a small and friendly community in the midst of the cultural and natural wonderland, Pukaskwa combines authentic North Shore with shopping and restaurants within walking boreal wilderness with longstanding Anishinaabe culture. distance. Offering many memorable camping, hiking and paddling experiences. Jackfish Lake Cottages Municipality of Wawa
Hwy 17 Jackfish, ON 40 Broadway Avenue Wawa, ON Fishing Hunting 807-825-9293 P0S 1K0 [email protected] 1-800-367-WAWA Campgrounds Hotel/Motel/B&B www.facebook.com/ [email protected] jackfishlakecottages www.wawa.cc Outfitter Store Jackfish Lake Motel Efficiency Cottages features eight units Wawa has long been a place where friends and family meet available for rental. An authentic Finnish sauna is on hand for to enjoy a fishing vacation, pick blueberries, or taking time to Gas Station Restaurant visitors to relax after a long day of fishing. Amenities in the rooms reconnect with nature along the shores of Lake Superior. Though include one and two bedroom units, 3-piece private baths and famous for the Goose monument, if you stop there, you’ve really electric heat as well as fully equipped kitchenettes. missed out on some of the best stories and places beyond it. Tourist Info Attraction
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Pet-Friendly Housekeeping 7 Mill Rd, Terrace Bay, ON 360 Superior Ave, Wawa, ON 1-888-445-9999 705-856-4488 Watersport Rentals Open Year Round [email protected] [email protected] www.sncfdc.org www.bucksmarina.com Grocery Shopping Superior North Community Futures Development Corporation Just 5 miles south of Wawa, 1 mile by water to Lake Superior. (CFDC) supports economic development by assisting Marina’s services include; VHF 68 - Overnight Docking - Gasoline Souvenir Tours communities to strengthen their economies. As a non-profit - Diesel - Showers - Laundromat - Water- Electricity - Pump-outs - organization, Superior North CFDC is run by a local volunteers and ice - Launch Ramp - Boat lift – Repairs – Service dock with a depth staffed by professionals who encourage the pursuit of economic of 5 feet. Home of the annual Wawa Salmon Derby. opportunities.
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2012 Superior Country 2019 Travel Guide Greenstone is made up of several communities and townships across an area of 3,172 sq. km. (1224 sq. mi.) making it one of the largest municipalities in Canada. The communities within Greenstone include; Macdiarmid/Orient Bay, Beardmore, Jellicoe, Geraldton, Nakina, Longlac and Caramat. The Greenstone region offers, excellent hunting and fishing, beautiful landscapes, hiking region trails and year-round outdoor adventure.
Greenstone Region
The Pijitawabik Palisades Lake Nipigon Located in the Orient Bay area Lake Nipigon is the largest lake of Greenstone, the Pijitawabik entirely within the borders of Ontario. Palisades are world-renown Sometimes referred to as the unofficial as one of the top ice climbing 6th Great Lake, Lake Nipigon is destinations in North America. teeming with over 40 different species With 110 waterfalls ranging to over of fish. If you are seeking world class 130 feet high and freezing up to 33 trophy fishing, Lake Nipigon will never feet thick, the Pijitawabik Palisades disappoint. The lake is renowned for boast the greatest concentration of its towering cliffs, unique green-black climbable ice east of the Rockies. sand beaches and of course, angling These 500 foot cliffs draw ice and adventures. rock climbers from all over the world to Orient Bay to climb this Geraldton Interpretive Centre towering precipice. Located within the heart of Greenstone, the Geraldton Interpretive Centre is a Palisades Hiking Trail must see! Its unique design is sure to The Pijtawabik Palisades Hiking catch your eye as the centre sits atop a Trail attracts year round visitors large hill overlooking highway 11. As you trekking up to heights over 500ft to enter the building you will quickly notice the summit. Marvel in the pristine that the inside is just as marvellous and wonder of thunderous waterfalls unique as its outside. The abundance of and awe inspiring views that this information and overall atmosphere of scenic destination has to offer. For this centre makes it a destination not to the avid hiker, this trail is a must! be missed.
Beardmore Snowman Longlac Steel River Canoe Route This 35-foot landmark can’t be As you travel this historic voyageur route, missed upon entering Beardmore you will be using traditional First Nations in the Municipality of Greenstone. and voyageur portage trails connecting The snowman’s accessories the myriad of rivers and lakes that change with the seasons, make up this paddling adventure. You sunglasses and fishing pole in the will encounter impressive landscapes summer, and a curling broom and carved by glaciers, fish for the ever winter scarf during the winter. present walleye, and view moose Snow or shine the Beardmore feeding on shoreline vegetation as you snowman is always waiting to quietly paddle by. This trip of a lifetime greet visitors as they travel to and is only one of many unique wilderness through Greenstone in Ontario’s adventuresSuperior offered Country in 2019the Travel Greenstone Guide 1221 Superior Country. region. Municipality of Greenstone Brace Lake Outfitters
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386 Algonquin Ave. North Bay, ON 601-260-2127 P1B 4W3 [email protected] 1-800-665-5787 www.bellechasseoutfitters.com [email protected] noto.ca Their main focus is having a successful season where each client NOTO is an organization dedicated to planning, development, has a once in a lifetime hunting and fishing experience. The and promotion of a strong nature & outdoor tourism industry in accommodations at Belle Chasse include six cabins that sleep Ontario. The mission of NOTO is to enhance the quality, diversity between 2 and 6 people each, as well as a main lodge that has and economic viability of the Nature and Outdoor Tourism Industry a living space and kitchen and dining room for our full-service and to communicate the needs of the industry to government. guests. Visit superiorcountry.ca/events
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2212 Superior Country 2019 Travel Guide EVENTS
Feb 14-17 Longlac Moosecalac Longlac Jul 20th Festival of India Thunder Bay
Feb 15-17 Winter Carnival Wawa Jul 21 Terrace Bay Beach Festival Terrace Bay
Feb 18-24 Winter Carnival Schreiber Jul 26-28 Longlac Walleye Masters Longlac
Feb 18 SnowDay on the Waterfront Thunder Bay Aug 2-4 Nakina Bass Derby Nakina
Mar 1-3 Wawa Ice Fishing Derby Wawa Aug 2-4 Drag Fest Terrace Bay
Mar 2-4 Nipigon Ice Fest Nipigon Aug 3-5 The Atikokan Mudfling Atikokan
Mar 2 Sleeping Giant Loppet Thunder Bay Aug 3-5 Traditional Pow-wow Pic Mobert
May 25 Vintage Iron Auto Club Show N Shine Atikokan Aug 3-5 Bass Derby Nakina
Jun 1-3 Lake Trout Fishing Derby Red Rock Aug 4-5 Festa Italiana Thunder Bay
June 8-15 Thunder Pride Thunder Bay Aug 7-11 Canadian Lakehead Exhibition Thunder Bay
Jun 9 Kite Festival Thunder Bay Aug 9-11 Live from the Rock Folk Festival Red Rock
Jun 15 Day of Caring Thunder Bay Aug 9-11 Northern Nationals Drag Race Wawa
Jun 15-16 Red Rock Kids Fishing Derby Red Rock Aug 9-10 Brew Ha! Craft Beer Festival Thunder Bay
Jun 21 Aboriginal Day Lake Helen Aug 10 Paju Mountain Run Red Rock
Jun 21-23 Geraldton Walleye Classic Geraldton Aug 10-11 Bergstrom Golf Tournament Geraldton
Jul 1 Canada Day on the Waterfront Thunder Bay Aug 16-18 Winnie’s Hometown Festival White River
Jul 1 Canada Day Celebrations Red Rock Aug 16-18 Atikokan Bass Classic Atikokan
Jul 1 Canada Day Celebrations Terrace Bay Aug 16-18 Light House Festival Terrace Bay
Jul 1 Canada Day Celebrations Wawa Aug 17-18 Blueberryblast Nipigon
Jul 1 Canada Day Celebrations Beardmore Aug 16-18 Wawa Salmon Derby Wawa
Jul 5-7 Lake Nipigon Trout Hunt Beardmore Aug 13-15 Rocky Bay Powwow Macdiarmid
Jul 5-7 Thunder Bay Blues Festival Thunder Bay Aug 24 Jr. Geraldton Walleye Classic Geraldton
Jul 9 Teddy Bears Picnic Thunder Bay Aug 31-Sep 3 Fall Fishing Festival Nipigon
Jul 12-14 Caramat Fish Derby Caramat Sep 8 Festival of Colours Thunder Bay
Jul 12-14 Paddle and Bugs Kayak Camp Longlac Sep 8 Terrace Bay’s Fall Fair Terrace Bay
Jul 15-21 Heritage Days Schreiber Sep 13 Blueberry Fall Festival Wawa
July 19-21 Summerfest Longlac Sep 20-21 Savour Superior Thunder Bay
July 19-21 Red Rock First Nations Pow-wow Lake Helen Sep 27-29 Culture Days Thunder Bay
Jul 19-21 Pays Plat First Nations Powwow Pays Plat Sep 28 Hike for Health Nipigon & Red Rock
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Superior Country 2019 TravelTravel Guide 1223 WHAT CAN AND CAN’T COME INTO CANADA IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR U.S. RESIDENCE Residents of the United States who visit Canada are If you or anyone in your party has a felony or allowed to bring in a reasonable amount of personal misdemeanor conviction, you may not be allowed goods duty free. The amount you can bring should align into Canada. This includes such offences as DUI. with your length of stay. Limits for some of the regulated Your admissibility to Canada depends on the nature items: of the offense, how many offenses you have, as well Alcohol: If you are 19 years of age or older and crossing as how long ago it occurred. If this applies to you or the border into Ontario, you can bring free of Duty and someone traveling with you it is imperative you contact taxes, either 1.5 (50 oz) of wine, 1.14 (40 oz) of liquor or immigration Canada well in advance of your arrival. 24 X 355 milliliters (12 oz) of beer or ale. if you bring in more than the amount listed here, you will be required to CROSSING THE CANADA/U.S. BORDER pay the duty at the border on excess amounts. Make sure All citizens age 16 and older, entering Canada by air you fully declare all alcohol in your possession. When the (including in transit passengers who are transferring visit is for less than 24 hours, quantities may by reduced. planes in the U.S.), land or water must present one of the Tobacco: If you are 19 years of age or older and crossing following documents, a passport or passport card (Sentri, the border into Ontario, you are allowed to bring, free Nexus or Fast Card). Travelers age 15 and under require of Duty, up to 200 Cigarettes, 50 cigars 200 grams a birth certificate for land or sea travel and a passport (7oz) of manufactured tobacco and 200 tobacco sticks. for air travel. For current requirements go to cic.gc.ca you may bring additional quantities, but you will be If you are traveling with your own children under the required to pay duties and taxes on the excess amounts. age of 16 and your spouse, bring their birth certificates. Cannabis: Despite the fact that cannabis (marijuana) is If you are traveling with a child other than your own or legal and regulated in Canada, it remains illegal to take without your spouse, have the child’s birth certificate cannabis across Canada’s national borders, whether you along with a letter of permission, including name and are entering or leaving Canada. For more information, contact information for the child’s parent/guardians or consult cannabis (marijuana) legalization. Food products: your spouse. What is and what is not allowed changes frequently. Visit www.inspection.gc.ca for current information prior to departure. Pets: Dogs and cats accompanying their owners from the US must have current (within 36 months) rabies vaccination certificates.
RESIDENCE RETURNING TO THE UNITED STATES If you’re a U.S. resident visiting Canada for less than 48 hours, you can bring back $200 worth of goods duty- free. For stays longer than 48 hours, the duty-free limit rises to $800, but this $800 limit can only be used once every 30 days. If you return for another shopping trip in less than 30 days and have already purchased $800 worth of goods, your limit drops to $200. People who live in the same house can combine their duty-free limits, but they must travel together. Refer to https:// help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/246/~/duty--free- exemption FISHING REGULATIONS attempt to import a firearm. Residents of the U.S. are Licenses: All non-residents of Canada who want to encouraged to pre-register their firearms prior arriving. fish in Ontario require a current non-resident sports Handguns, fully automatic weapons, modified weapons, fishing license and a non-resident Outdoors Card. stun guns, mace and other weapons are not allowed in Non-residents under the age of 18 may fish without a Canada. Proper storage of the firearm is important so license if accompanied by a licensed family member. make sure you are aware of the regulations. Of special Any fish caught are part of the limit of the person with note, firearms of any kind are forbidden in many of the license. Canadian residents require a resident fishing Canada’s National and Provincial Parks and adjacent license and a current resident Outdoors Card. areas. Bait: You cannot bring live minnows, smelts, leeches or For more information on importing your firearm into any other bait fish into Ontario from the United States. Canada and to receive a registration form, please contact Night crawlers are allowed but they must be brought in the Canadian Firearms Centre at 800-731-4000 or 506- containers with artificial bedding only. 624-5380. Limits and Regulations: With countless lakes and streams, it is important that anglers are aware of the SURTAX general regulations and of any exceptions to the general Starting July 1, 2018, certain goods originating from the regulations (e.g. specific slots or catch and possession U.S. are subject to a surtax that will apply to commercial limits) that may apply to the lake you will be fishing. shipments as well as goods being imported by travellers Ontario’s Fishing Regulations can be downloaded at above their personal exemptions. The list of goods is www.ontario.ca/travel-and-recreation/fishing available on the Department of Finance website. For more information, please refer to Customs Notice 18-08, HUNTING REGULATIONS Memorandum D16-1-1 and Frequently Asked Questions. Non-residents must have one of the following to obtain a hunting license: • An Ontario non-resident hunting license issued to you after January 1, 1968. FOR MORE INFORMATION • A hunting license issued to you after January 1, 1968 by a competent authority in a jurisdiction where you Canada Border Services Agency: were a resident of that jurisdiction. cbsa.gc.ca • An Ontario hunting license verification certificate Within Canada: 1-800-461-9999 showing your license to hunt in Ontario or that you passed the hunting license examination. TTY Within Canada: 1-866-335-3237 Visit www.ontario.ca/travel-and-recreation/hunting or call Outside of Canada: 1-204-983-3500 the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources at 1-800-667- 1940 for further information. U.S. Customs and Border Protection: Cbp.gov FIREARMS INFORMATION Within the U.S.: 1-877-227-5511 Residents of the U.S. over the age of 18 may bring a hunting rifle or shotgun into Ontario for hunting TTY Within the U.S.: 1-800-877-8339 purposes. You are also allowed to bring up to 200 rounds Outside of the U.S.: 1-202-325-8000 of ammunition duty free, or up to 1,500 rounds for use Grand Portage, MN at a recognized competition. Firearms are subject to Port of entry: 1-218-475-2244 a registration fee. It is suggested that you contact the Canada Firearms Centre For information before you experience world-class hunting and fishing in greenstone - northwestern ontario’s BEST
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