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Muskoka Wharf Bala’s Museum – Featuring Gravenhurst’s waterfront memories of author Lucy Maud has been reborn in this Montgomery who vacationed in 89-acre waterfront trea- Bala in 1922 where she was sure – homeport of North inspired to pen her novel “The America’s oldest operat- Blue Castle”. Great family fun ing steamship, the RMS where kids tour in costume and Segwun, Visit Grace & Speed – the fantastic new boat and magic lantern shows take place every Saturday. heritage centre. Nearby shops, restaurants, boardwalk and 1024 Maple Avenue at River Street. 1-888-579-7739 hiking trails make this an experience you won’t want to miss. Highway 169 in Gravenhurst. 705 687-3412 The Wall – Port Carling’s past comes alive in the world’s Muskoka Wildlife Centre largest historic photo-mosaic. Discover a world of wonder at this fifty-acre interactive What appears to be a huge learning park featuring exhibits & wildlife native to steamship is actually made Ontario. Walk the trails and see these creatures in spa- up of thousands of individual cious natural enclosures. Highway 11 North just south of photos from the past. Gravenhurst. 705 689-0222 Beside the locks in downtown Port Carling. Bethune Memorial House National Johnston’s Cranberry Marsh and Historic Site – Commemorates the life and achieve- Muskoka Lakes Winery – Open year round. ments of Dr. Norman Bethune, most famous for the time Hike, bike or take a tour and learn about cranberry he spent in China serving as a surgeon and teacher. Today, growing. Taste the wines and experience the wide range of his story continues to be an example to millions of Chinese cranberry gifts and products available. Located just students. 235 John Street. 705 687-4261 outside of Bala at 1074 Cranberry Road. 705 762-3203

The Opera House – Great performances in a Muskoka Lakes Museum – Visit the Hall Family charming 106-year-old heritage building … this is where Homestead – a two-story log cabin built in 1875 and Canadian Summer Theatre began! 295 Muskoka Road S. experience what life was like in the late 1800’s. The Marine 1-888-495-8888 Room pays tribute to the history of boat building in the area. Located on a scenic Island Park in Port Carling. The Tree Museum – Combine the pleasure of a walk Approach is by footbridge. 705 765-5367 in the woods with the surprise of contemporary sculpture nestled in a natural setting. Nature, an integral part of the Cruising - The best installations, presents a constantly changing canvas. Doe way to see the grandeur of Lake Road. Visit www.thetreemuseum.ca for directions the lakes of Muskoka with and a self-guided tour. their remarkable boathouses Rotary Gull Lake Park-Music on the and majestic summer homes is from the deck of a tour Barge – Many well known musical acts have been presented here since the 1940’s. Starting June 23 and then boat, whether it is a private every Sunday until August 18. Showtime 7:30 Shows are charter or a public cruise. The cruises range from sightseeing free but donations accepted. tours, lunch and dinner cruises, and overnight adventures which http://www.discovergravenhurst.ca/ include accommodations at a historic resort. For more information visit www.discovermuskoka.ca

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Bracebridge Great Country Stores Santa’s Village Family Entertainment – The Lake of Bays area has some Park – Features 50 acres of family fun. Visit Santa in his wonderful country stores, antique summer home, enjoy rides and a park train tour. Older shops and trading posts. One of kids will adore Sportsland with its go-karting, mini-golf, our favourites is Robinson’s General laser tag, video arcade and more. You and the family can Store on the main street by the bridge even camp at the Whispering Pines campground. Follow in Dorset – voted Canada’s best the Santa signs to Santa’s Village Road. 705 645-2512 country store! The Old Palmer House in Dwight is another. Nestled in a Lady Muskoka Cruises – century old log cabin, it offers unique Offering a wide variety of cruises for all budgets that will items for the home. take you down the beautiful Muskoka River out onto Lake Muskoka. Daily departures from the Riverside Inn at the Oxtongue Rapids – A dream for artists and corner of Highway 118 and Ecclestone Drive. photographers! Park overlooks the beautiful rapids of the 1- 800-263-LADY (5239) Oxtongue River. Picnic tables and walking trails. Just off Hwy 60, 5 km east of Dwight. Rich Hill Candles – Curiosities, treasures, collect- ibles and candles – a unique experience every time you visit. Lake of Bays Marine Museum – Watch the Watch the chandlers in action or play in the candle crafting Bigwin steamship being restored and visit this museum room –affordable fun for the whole family. 9 Robert Dollar operating in the building that originally housed the Lake Drive. 705 645-8600 of Bays Navigation Company at the turn of the century when the Captains would sleep upstairs and the company Back Country Paint Ball operated and sold tickets and handled cargo from the lower Back Country Paintball offers everyone the opportunity to level. 1090 Main Street, Dorset. 705 766-1927 challenge themselves in a safe, fun, and dynamic environment. Open year round with a selection of playing fields Baysville & the Baysville Dam – A popular and loads of bunkers. Let us host your party. spot for sightseers and a great area to stop, shop, relax and 705-645-9869 www.backcountrypaintball.com enjoy the day. Historical plaque at the dam commemorates the founding of the village. Take Hwy 117 and exit to Maple Valley Ranch Baysville. Limited hours. Escape to the peace and quiet of our beautiful ranch. We offer ½ hour and 1 hour trail rides.705-646-3759. Huntsville

Lake of Bays Muskoka Heritage Place – Home of the Muskoka Pioneer Village and the Huntsville & Lake of Dorset Fire Tower – This former forest fire lookout Bays Railway featuring the offers a 310-mile viewing Portage Flyer steam train. radius. Climb the 128 steps Museum features rotating shows to the majestic view 465 feet including the region’s only above Lake of Bays. One of first nations exhibit. Fun-filled the best places in Muskoka special events throughout the to view the fall colours! season. 88 Brunel Road. Located just off Hwy 35 in 705 789-7576 Dorset. No End to the Adventures

Huntsville continued... Pool to the Severn River. It is the only marine railway of its Group of Seven Outdoor Gallery kind in North America still in use. 705 756-8802 Walking Tour – In celebration of the Group of Seven Boat Cruises – a wide variety of cruise lines operate and Tom Thomson’s contribution to our heritage, some of in the Georgian Bay area – a great way to see the 30,000 the best-loved paintings of the Group of Seven have been islands. Try the Island Queen (705 746-2311) or Midland reproduced as larger than life murals in Huntsville’s Tours (705-728-9888) Downtown business area. 705 789-1400 / www.downtown-huntsville.com Georgian Bay Airways – AMAZE at the natural beauty of the 30,000 Islands of Georgian Bay! Let us make Lion’s Lookout – Huntsville’s top spot offering a your vacation a memorable beautiful park and picnic area overlooking Fairy Lake and experience. Georgian Bay offering a breathtaking panoramic view of Huntsville. Airways provides many Located off Brunel Road on Park Drive behind Huntsville services with our legendary Centennial Centre. seaplanes, including daily Sightseeing Tours over the Algonquin Theatre – Where Huntsville celebrates 30,000 Islands. We offer a the arts year round. Featuring a wide variety of plays, “Fly & Dine” to World Famous Henry’s Fish Restaurant, musical performances and presentations. Breathtaking Fly-In Fishing day trips. We also provide a full charter bronze statue of Tom Thomson located outside and created service to any suitable water location. 1-705-774-9884 by local sculptor Brenda Wainman-Goulet. 37 Main Street East. 705 789-4975 Port Severn & Honey Harbour – Shop, stay and play in these truly charming towns. Port Severn marks Tree Top Trekking – Features and Courses the point where the Trent-Severn Waterway and Arbraska Treetop Trekking’s newest family member! We Gloucester Pool flow into Georgian Bay. Here you can view have seven aerial courses located in the beautiful Muskoka the Port Severn Locks, circa-1910 swing bridge, several Forest. Some of the things included on our courses are: dams, waterfalls and the historic Victorian Gothic Bressette bridges, tarzan swings, monkey cables, and ZIP LINES! House (circa 1888). Honey Harbour is perched on Lake Back Country ATVing and Personal Huron’s Georgian Bay. From here, you can embark on a cruise or sea-kayaking trip through the 30,000 islands – Watercraft– Welcome to Back Country Tours, a fascinating Great Lakes archipelago. Ontario’s Largest, Most Experienced Outdoor Adventure Company - We offer the most Fun at the best rates - X-Treme ATV and Snowmobile Tours - Open Year Round! Algonquin Georgian Bay Amazing Outfitters – Before you set out on your wilderness adventure be sure to stop at one of the region’s terrific outfitters. The two Big Chute Marine Railway – Located at Lock 44 closest to the park are: of the Trent Severn waterway, the Big Chute is an The Portage Store on Canoe engineering marvel not to Lake (705 633-5622), be missed. It works on an Algonquin Outfitters inclined plane to carry boats (1-800-469-4948) and in a cradle over a change of Algonquin Bound Outfitters height of about 18 metres (1-800-704-4537) of rock from the Gloucester Muskoka At Its Best

Trails Algonquin continued... Hike it, bike it, ski it! From an easy, Other Algonquin leisurely stroll to a rigorous, reward- attractions ing climb Muskoka has over 40 public trails ranging in length from While in the park, be sure to half a kilometre to over 40 km in explore the Algonquin Park length. Most trails are all-season and Visitor’s Centre with its dis- many are multi-use so you can hike, plays, art gallery, theatre, gift bike, ski or snowshoe. There are also shop, and spectacular view; 600 kms or cross-country trails here The Logging Museum; and the and Hidden Valley offers downhill and snowboarding. For Algonquin Art Centre one of the top wilderness and more info, visit www.muskokatrails.com wildlife art galleries in Canada. Heritage Walks Most towns offer self-guided heritage walking tours. Contact the local Chamber of Commerce or call Muskoka Tourism at 1-800-267-9700. Star Gazing The beauty of the night sky ...And it Just Keeps Getting Better Recognizing that light pol- lution of the night sky was Parks, Beaches affecting our ability to and Boat experience astronomical Launches events, the Torrance Barrens is now a Dark Sky Cooling comfort on a hot Reserve – the first of its summer day Muskoka is kind in Canada. Located on Southwood Road off highway home to dozens of public 169 between Gravenhurst and Bala. parks, 35 of which are located on the shores of Shopping our gorgeous lakes or Fabulous Finds and One of a Kinds. Like the landscape rivers, so beautiful views that surrounds us, the shops and galleries of Muskoka beg and cooling swims arealways guaranteed. For a complete list exploring. Browse a bookstore, hunt for antiques, explore of parks, boat launches and marinas, call 1-800-267-9700. dozens or galleries, studios and workshops or do a leisurely

Hook, Line and Sinker “shop hop” on one of our charming main streets. Take a little bit of Muskoka home with you. Great fish stories guaranteed whether you’re moored under a canopy of tall Field to Fork trees or huddled in an ice hut, Mus- Experience the full flavour koka offers anglers an abundance of of Muskoka From charming opportunities to reel ‘em in! Perch, roadside restaurants and Farmer’s pike, trout, bass and muskie beyond Markets to sophisticated imagination. Walk in, paddle in creations by top chefs, you’ll love or fly-in, the fishing doesn’t get any the Muskoka culinary experience. Look for the Savour better than this! For more info, call Muskoka logo wherever you go. For more information visit 1-800-267-9700. www.savourmuskoka.ca. Golfing in Muskoka

favourite with wide fairways, rolling hills, and a beautifully groomed traditional design. Our Saturday golf clinics and 20% of Score Golf’s top 25 golf our cottages passes are unique ... our afternoon and evening courses are in Muskoka! rates without compare. The course isn’t easy - just easy on the wallet. Our website says it all. Open May 1st to “Without question Muskoka is one of the world’s leading golf November 1st. destinations” or “Muskoka is the favourite destination of our clients, unrivalled for it’s beauty, quality of golf courses and it’s Deerhurst Resort – Highlands Golf charm...it exudes a sense of well-being, rarely found anywhere and Lakeside Golf Courses else in the world”. Gary Stangoe, Across the Fairways - England Huntsville • Public • 1-800-461-4393 • www.deerhurstresort.com When it comes to a golfing experience, Muskoka, with its Deerhurst Resort, where Muskoka’s reputation as a must many outstanding facilities, ranks in there with the top few play Canadian golf destination was born. 36 meticulously destinations of North America. Playing any of Muskoka’s groomed holes courses is both a delightful and memorable experience. on two courses Each course offers its own uniqueness from the vistas and weave through the views that you have from elevated tee blocks to the rugged Muskoka outcropping of the granite rocks and the tree-lined lush landscape provid- fairways which lead to large greens with subtle breaks. ing rewarding and challenging play What makes Muskoka different from other course for golfers of all destinations is the quality and quantity of courses. Muskoka skill levels. has over 25 courses to challenge you, courses like Muskoka Deerhurst Lakeside is considered one of Ontario’s Bay Club, (which is ranked as one of Canada’s 10 best), hidden gems with breathtaking views and strategic hazards Taboo, The Rock, Rocky Crest, Deerhurst, Bigwin, all throughout the challenging layout. But it is the Diamond in the Ruff, South Muskoka, North Granite Deerhurst Highlands championship course that put Ridge, Muskoka Highlands, Windermere, Huntsville Muskoka on the Canadian golf map. With dramatic Downs and Bracebridge Golf Club. The list reads like elevation shifts, iconic granite outcroppings and dense the who’s who of golf. Muskoka proudly offers first-class woods and stunning scenery. Deerhurst has everything courses for any level of golfer. you need for a memorable golf experience. Bigwin Island Golf and Marine Dining Muskoka Bay Club Room Gravenhurst Huntsville • Semi Private • Semi Private • 705-687-7900 • 1-800-840-4036 • www.muskokabayclub.com • www.bigwinisland.com Golf this good gets into your The Bigwin Island Golf blood. Your pulse quickens are Club has been designed you recall the dramatic eleva- to capture and reflect tion changes, the sweeping views, the shots that soar across the spirit and elegance of a pristine landscape, over wetlands and granite outcrop- the original grand resort known as the “Bigwin Inn”. The pings, past towering oaks and pines, to land safely on the sweeping fairways drape naturally over the rugged Muskoka rolling, manicured greens. terrain, exposing glorious lake vistas at every turn and creating a sense of timeless beauty and tranquillity. Bracebridge Golf Club Bracebridge Public • 705-645-2362 • www.bracebridgegolfclub.com Bracebridge Golf Club is in its 46th year - a nine hole Golfing in Muskoka

Muskoka Highlands Bracebridge • 705-646-1060 The Rock • www.muskokahighlands.com Minett • 705-765-7625 Muskoka Highlands is the answer to affordable quality golf • www.therockgolf.com - some of the The Rock Golf Club, best bent grass designed by legendary golfer greens and tees Nick Faldo, has been artfully in Muskoka, sculpted on the shores of one wide fairways of Muskoka’s premier lakes, guarded by long Lake Rosseau. Utilizing the gorse grass. site’s dynamic topography, We have cut-down some of the long gorse beside the fair- the 6545-yard course is carved tight with narrow tree-lined ways - you can find your ball - but you might still have a fairways and sloping greens that wind through rock challenge playing it to the green. Muskoka’s only “Canadian outcroppings, hardwood trees and rolling hills. Top 10” Future Links Facility with programs to suit the Windermere Golf novice or expert. and Country Club South Muskoka Windermere Curling and Golf • 1-888-464-4414 Club • www.windermeregolf.ca Bracebridge A scenic, challenging but play- • 705-645-4221 able course set in the heart of • www.southmuskoka.com the Muskoka vacation country. Known as “The Best Golf A combination of 14 ponds and tree-lined fairways will Value in Muskoka”, this is a classic course with a hall of keep you on your toes throughout your round. The fame design (Robbie Robinson) and a down-to-earth fee excellent irrigated course and layout presents a great test structure that will leave extra money in your budget for of golf. The greens are excellent and the walking is easy. other great Muskoka attractions. Lush, rolling fairways Accessible by boat from Lake Rosseau, Windermere Golf lined by huge pines, maples, and granite out-croppings lead & Country Club is truly one of Muskoka’s finest courses. to large greens with subtle breaks that can be very difficult Windermere, ON to read. The Club is semi-private and reserves one third Taboo Resort of its daily tee times for public players. Larger groups are welcomed and unlimited advance booking can be arranged and Golf Spa – when necessary. Images Gravenhurst • 705-687-2233 Diamond in the Ruff • www.tabooresort.com Utterson • 705-385-2222 • Known for its meticulous www.diamondintheruff.ca greens and fairways, out- This 9 hole jewel is located in standing practice facilities the heart of Muskoka, just 25 and private club like atmosphere, Taboo is one of Canada’s minutes from Bracebridge, top courses. This must play golf course is for enthusiasts of Huntsville and Port Carling. all kinds with 4 tee decks per hole for a total of 5200-7400 Included by the Toronto Star as one of “Muskoka’s Group yards to suit all skill levels. Carefully and deliberately carved of Seven Picture-Perfect Courses”, this gem could be the out of the beautiful Muskoka shield to best focus on its highlight of any vacation while passing through Muskoka. most prominent attributes of tall white pines, mature red Designed with bentgrass tees, greens and fairways and oaks and granite rock outcroppings, Taboo winds through featuring extraordinary gardens, this course is as visually 300 acres of scenic land. This is one course that you will impressive as it is challenging. Dine indoors or on the patio not soon forget. of our fully licensed clubhouse. On site accommodations are also available for your holidays throughout the year. Golfing in Muskoka

Huntsville Downs Golf and The Sands Country Club Gravenhurst • 705-687-7007 • www.tabooresort.com Huntsville • 705-789-1000 • www.golfhuntsvilledowns.ca Situated just off the shores of Lake Muskoka, “The Sands” (a Stanley Thompson course design) winds its way through the mature pines of Muskoka, providing spectacular views and challenging golf. The ideal course to take in a quick 9 holes, guests also enjoy The Sands patio for a nice, relaxing lunch. Join us. Sherwood Inn Rocky Crest Guest Golf Courses “A Destination Course” Eighteen superb holes set in Grandview • Lake Joseph Club • Rocky Crest magnificent Muskoka scenery. Practice facilities, dining Limited access and availability. lounge, LLBO, snack bar, private and corporate tournaments. A Par 72, 6270 yard course architecturally Lake Joseph Club - When designed to excite and challenge the most discerning golfer. it opened in 1997, The Lake Slope 129 Blue Tees. “Experience the Magic of Muskoka” Joseph Club caused jaws to Open mid April to October 31, weather permitting. drop around the golf world. North Granite Ridge Architect Thomas McBroom Port Sydney • 705-385-0808 utilized the granite crags, • www.northgraniteridge.com towering trees and heaving topography of the incompa- Discover a golf rable Muskoka vacation region north of Toronto with such course that rewards success that the course was named the best new course in all players, regardless the country by Golf Digest. of their score. Nes- tled amidst mature Rocky Crest Golf – Rocky Muskoka forests and Crest Golf Club celebrates spectacular granite the natural features of the outcroppings, North Canadian Shield in Ontario’s Granite Ridge Golf Muskoka region and was Course was designed to provide “a natural challenge” for all designed by Thomas golf enthusiasts. The layout is very playable and much of McBroom. The seamless the natural terrain has been incorporated into the design. routing, views, marshes and Features include sculpted greens and bunkers, rolling fair- abundant wildlife enhance a memorable golf course that ways, elevated tee decks and stunning views. This 18 hole has received rave reviews since it opened in May 2000. course creates excitement from the first tee to the last shot. Experience golf - Experience nature - Experience North Grandview Golf Course - Granite Ridge! Located midway between Bracebridge and Co-designed by PGA Tour Huntsville, 2km east of Hwy 11 on South Mary Lake Road veteran Mark O’Meara in Port Sydney. (1998 Masters and British Open champion) and renowned course architect Brit Stenson, the Mark O’Meara Course at Grandview opened in 2001. The course is aptly named as it exudes grandness from the moment you arrive. Calendar of Festivals & Events

DID YOU KNOW: The first white man to have a BBQ in Muskoka was Samuel de Champlain in 1615 on the shores of Georgian Bay.

APRIL Heritage Centre, Muskoka Wharf, May 17 Gravenhurst. Driver Reviver Station at Muskoka April-19- 7:30 PM, April-20- 7:30 PM, www.gravenhurstchamber.com Tourism April-21- 2 PM, April-26- 7:30 PM, Stop at Muskoka Tourism’s location Hwy 11 April-27-7:30 PM May 11-12 N. just 2 km north of Severn Bridge, and Huntsville Festival’s Annual Spring Play Walking My Mothers Shoes have a rest, go hiking on the Kahshe Guys & Dolls at Algonquin Theatre, A multidisciplinary celebration of Mother’s Barrens Trail, enjoy a free coffee or water Huntsville. A riveting musical tale of sin, Day at the J. W. Marriott, Minett, in and eat a delicious BBQ hotdog cooked by love and redemption set in ‘the city that partnership with Grandmothers to the Gravenhurst Lion’s Club. never sleeps’. www.huntsvillefestival.on.ca Grandmothers. www.artsinmuskoka.com 1-800-267-9700 May to Oct. 9am to 2 pm www.discovermuskoka.ca MAY Muskoka Farmers Markets Gravenhurst – Wednesday May 18, 10am – 4pm May 4, 8 am – 1 pm Huntsville – Thursday Muskoka Lakes Museum, Port Carling Baysville’s Community Garage Sale Bracebridge – Saturdays Opening Day & International Museum Come browse through all the treasures. Day. Join us for an OPEN HOUSE and www.baysvilleontario.com May 18 see what’s new at the museum for 2013. Muskoka Heritage Place Opening Day www.mlmuseum.com Museums, Pioneer Village and Train open for the season. May 18, - 12 to 2:45 pm Pioneer Village: Open daily 10:00 am until Lady Muskoka’s First day of sailing 4:00 pm. www.ladymuskoka.com Train: runs Tuesday through Saturday and schedule varies seasonally, visit our Train May 19, 10 am. to 6 pm Schedule for details or contact us at Doors Open Georgian Bay (705) 789-7576 ext. 3214. Georgian Bay Township celebrates historic locations and the arts in Port Severn, Honey May 5 Harbour and MacTier. Visit sites including Annual Pike Tournament Lock 45, Big Chute, Christie’s Mill, Severn The 2nd Annual Honey Harbour Top 50 Lodge and many more. 705-818-0323 or Pike Tournament is being held at the Village e:mail; [email protected] Marina, Honey Harbour,. Contact Nadine Moroziuk, 705-322-7008 May 24, 7 pm E:mail [email protected] Huntsville Festival’s May Marché We promise you a great evening of food- May 8, 6 pm – 9 pm Steam Museum: Open 1 hour prior to tasting from some of the area’s finest Gravenhurst BIA Spring Fashion Show scheduled train run restaurants, spirit sampling from a variety of Uptown merchants are eager to show all Muskoka Museum: Open 7 days per week vendors and some fabulous Silent Auction their summer selections and merchandise 10:00 am until 4:00 pm. opportunities. Held at Deerhurst Resort. at one venue! Location Muskoka Boat and www.muskokaheritageplace.org www.huntsvillefestival.on.ca Calendar of Festivals & Events NOR H DID YOU KNOW: Muskoka has been dubbed Hollywood North as T many Hollywood stars and sports heros build their retreats here.

May 25-26 June June 17-23 Wings Over Muskoka Reimaging Canada’s Places. Birding, wildlife, and art festival at J W June 1 Kaleidoscope at VK Greer Public School Marriott, in partnership with a wing and Port Sydney Village Wide Garage Sale and Aboriginal Day, international retreat at a Prayer. www.artsinmuskoka.com www.portsydneycofc.com Wasan Island and community sharing circle at Muskoka Place Gallery. June 8-9 www.artsinmuskoka.com Muskoka Lakes Spring Art Tour A self guided tour showcasing Muskoka’s June 22 Best Fine Arts and Crafts. Celebrating its Santa’s Village 11th Anniversary, the 2013 Tour is diverse 2013 Season Opening Day in varied media with Studios and Guest Artists. Be the first in the season to take home a piece of Muskoka. Muskoka Chautauqua Signature Event www.muskokalakesspringarttour.com Humour, Health and Happiness A village-wide literary event in venues June 15 throughout Port Carling and at the J W Gravenhurst Antique and Classic Marriott Resort and Spa. Car Show www.artsinmuskoka.com 20th Annual Car Show, at Gull Lake Park. See hundreds of vintage and muscle cars. May 25 www.gravenhurstchamber.com This unique 60-acre attraction nestles in a Spin the Lakes Bike Tour bend of the Muskoka River. Visitors may Take a tour around Ontario’s beautiful June 16 tour the village by miniature train or cruise Muskoka region. The tour takes you around Father’s Day Cruise /Muskoka Steamships the Muskoka River on Santa’s Summer several of the Muskoka lakes along routes 5pm to 9pm. Sleigh Jet Boat. Santa’s Village is like with breath taking views and spectacular www.realmuskoka.com Christmas in the summer! rock cuts. The event is fully supported with www.santasvillage.ca vehicles, food and water stations. www. June 16 bikemuskoka.ca Father’s Day Dining Cruise – June 22-23 Lady Muskoka Muskoka 5150 May 31 – June 2nd Sailing 12 to 2:45 pm It is the largest international distance Muskoka Chautauqua Signature Event – www.ladymuskoka.com triathlon series in the world and will be the Humour, Health and Happiness first non-drafting international race series of A village-wide literary event in venues June 16 its kind, offering a competitive platform for throughout Port Carling and at the Father’s Day Car Show–Bracebridge professional and age group athletes. J W Marriott Resort and Spa. www.downtownbracebridge.com www.trisportcanada.com/muskoka.php www.artsinmuskoka.ca Calendar of Festivals & Events

DID YOU KNOW: one of Canada’s first airlines was owned by Billy Bishop and Billy Baker. It flew from Toronto to the lakes of Muskoka.

June 23 to Aug 18 June 28 July Music on the Barge Driver Reviver Station - Muskoka Tourism Stop at Muskoka Tourism location Hwy 11 July and August N. just 2 km north of Severn Bridge, and Water Ski Shows have a rest, go hiking on the Kahshe Barrens Trail, enjoy a free coffee or water and eat a delicious BBQ hotdog. Cooked by the Gravenhurst Lion’s Club 1-800-267-9700 www.discovermuskoka.ca

June 29-30 Rotary Gull Lake Park Gravenhurst Bala Craft and Gift Fair Many well known musical acts have been The 32nd Annual Bala Craft & Gift Fair. presented here since the 1940’s. Starting This year the show is being held on June June 23 and then every Sunday until August 29-30, 2013 and October 5-6, 2013, always 18. Showtime 7:30 Shows are free but dona- 10am - 5pm on Saturday, 10am - 4pm on tions accepted. Sunday at the Bala Community Centre. The Summer Water Sports’ Show team http://www.discovergravenhurst.ca/ Location: Bala, Ont. performs weekly ski shows geared towards www.balacraftandgiftfair.com entertainment for the family. All shows are June 24 free of charge and open to the general Zumba’s Golf Tournament for Dog June 29 public. Show time: 7:30-8:30 Guides Honey Harbour Canada Day Festival Monday – Clevelands House Resort, Minett This great tournament will be held at 10am-3pm – Street Market, children’s Tuesday – Windsor Park, Bala. Muskoka Highlands Golf Links. 1 pm start. entertainment, music, raffle, antique boat Wednesday – Muskoka Wharf, Gravenhurst www.muskokahighlands.com parade, birthday cake. Join us at the Honey Thursday – Bayview Wildwoods Resort, Harbour Park Landing. Sparrow Lake. June 27 Contact: 705-756-0165 www.summerwatersports.com 13th Annual Flavours of Muskoka or email [email protected] July and August June 29-30 Farmers Markets 9 am to 2 pm. Kaleidoscope Children’s Festival Monday – Bala Artists and performers, interactive work- Tuesday – Port Carling shops, music and face painting. Held in Wednesday – Gravenhurst Minett. www.kaleidoscopeartsined.ca Thursday – Huntsville Friday – Rosseau June 29 Saturday - Bracebridge Gourmet food, wine and beer tasting. Canada Day Celebrations – Port Sydney Principal fundraiser for Kaleidoscope Arts in www.portsydneycofc.com Education. www.flavoursofmuskoka.ca Calendar of Festivals & Events

DID YOU KNOW: In the early 1900’s, trains arrived at Gravenhurst Wharf three times a day from Toronto to meet the fleet of steamships.

July 1 July 1 July 5 Canada Day Fireworks Canada Day Fireworks Butter Tart Festival at Muskoka Lakes Bracebridge Bay Park River Mill Park, Huntsville Museum www.bracebridgefireworks.com www.huntsville.ca 1pm-3pm. The Muskoka Life Magazine presents its 2nd Annual Butter Tart Festival: July 1 July 1 pay $5 to try two butter tarts from the Canada Day Cruise – Lady Muskoka Canada Day Celebrations bakers of your choice. All proceeds go Sailing 12 to 2:45 pm JW Marriott, Minett towards the museum and towards another www.ladymuskoka.com Canada Day cake, children’s celebration, local charity. • www.mlmuseum.com family-friendly performance and fireworks. July 1 www.artsinmuskoka.com July 6 Fireworks Cruises 33rd Annual Antique and Classic Sunset Cruises, Port Carling July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Boat Show www.sunsetcruises.ca Noah’s Ark Cruises Join us at Muskoka Wharf on the weekend Wednesdays • www.realmuskoka.com of July 6-7th for THE GREATEST RACE July 1 BOAT SHOW IN CANADIAN HISTO- Strawberry Social & Steam-up Day July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 RY! Featuring over 50 famous historic 10am-4pm – Muskoka Heritage Place, Lecture Series hydroplanes including the record breaking Huntsville. Includes strawberry scones while Wednesday July & August Miss Canada IV and Miss Supertest supplies last. Costumed narrator, historical Muskoka Lakes Museum III performing all day on Saturday with demonstrations, strolling minstrels and the Lectures run each Wednesday night at Portage Flyer gets all “steamed up” for 7:00 pm sharp at the Museum. the season. The Price is $3.00 for members, and $5.00 www.muskokaheritageplace.org for non-members • www.mlmuseum.com

July 1 July 4, 11, 18, 25 Canada Day Celebrations Walking Tours of Port Carling Kilworthy Park • www.discovermuskoka.ca NEW TIME -Join us at 7:00 pm each Thursday evening throughout July and July 1 August to be a part of a Port Carling’s demonstrations on the bay, land and water Canada Day Quiz Challenge 1913 -2013 Walking Tour! Cost is $7.50, with free displays, live entertainment and vendors. Muskoka Lakes Museum admission ticket for the museum included. Sunday ramps up with extreme BMX/FMX Our annual Canada Day Quiz takes place www.mlmuseum.com stunt shows, an on-water sea flea festival, on Sunday, July 1st. Test your knowledge of live entertainment, vendors and pig roast. Canadian and local history with a museum- July 5-27 This is the summer event not-to-be-missed! wide scavenger hunt, while earning points Huntsville Festival 20th Anniversary Visit www.acbs.ca for more information towards a discount in our gift shop. FREE Season Canada Day birthday cake, too! NEW this www.huntsvillefestival.on.ca year - help us compare 2013 and 1913! www.mlmuseum.com

We offer public sightseeing, lunch and sunset dinner cruises as well as private charters on Peerless II. Private charters also arranged for Idyllwood. Interested in seeing parts of the lakes not seen on the larger ships, we can take you there. Operating late May till mid October, 2013.

For information & reservations: SUNSET Captain R.S. Potts 705-645-2462 CRUISES www.sunsetcruises.ca [email protected] Calendar of Festivals & Events

DID YOU KNOW: During WWII, Norwegian pilots in exile trained at the Gravenhurst Airport, referred to at the time as ‘Little Norway’.

July 6-7 Splash of Colour, Splash of Taste and Splash age and dessert on-site. All teddy bears are Reggae Muskoka of Summer Savings! Live music, children’s welcome! Admission is by donation to help Celebrating the music of Bob Marley Annie entertainment and a street filled with action! the animals at the Aspen Valley Wildlife Williams Park, Bracebridge. Gates open at A free family event Sanctuary. www.woodsend.ca 11 am. Kids are free. www.gravenhurstbia.com www.reggaemuskoka.com July 14 July 13 Muskoka Escapades of Town Crying July 11-14 The Limberlost Challenge Morning event starts at 11 am and is held Just Add Water Festival The Limberlost Challenge 2013 promises to at the Muskoka Pioneer Power Show, J.D. Port Severn – The just Add Water be better than ever. Experience the very best Lang Activity Park, Bracebridge. The after- Festival 2013 is a four-day Waterfront of trail courses. The Limberlost Forest and noon event is held at Santa’s Village start family friendly event of local arts, culture, Wildlife Reserve is the trail Runner’s dream. time 2 pm. • www.discovermuskoka.ca and history, a celebration of the summer www.thelimberlostchallenge.com season in Port Severn and surrounding area July 19-21 and the incredible opportunities available to July 14, 21, 28 Muskoka Arts & Crafts Summer Show showcase many facets of Water. Sunday Morning Pirate Cruises Bracebridge – Now in its 50th year, www.justaddwaterfestival.com Muskoka Arts & Crafts’ Summer Show is Muskoka’s oldest and largest outdoor art July 13 show. Set in a beautiful park, the Summer Nuit Blanche North Show features 200 creative artists from Huntsville – The theme this year across Canada. ‘Home(land)’. Nuit Blanche North is www.muskokaartsandcrafts.com presented in partnership by the Huntsville Festival of the Arts and Edge of the Woods July 19-20 Theatre. The goal of the event is to present Muskoka Motorcycle Rally fun, engaging and accessible works of art. www.huntsvillefestival.on.ca Rumour is out that Pirate Captain Corbin will be coming to “take” Wenonah each July 12-14 Sunday morning. If ye be brave enough Muskoka Pioneer Power Show to take his vow to lead a life of piracy, the J.D. Lang Activity Park, Bracebridge Captain personally requests your presence. This year’s event will mark the 29th annual Become a Pirate on board the Wenonah II show. Heritage Display Rooms, Waterous and battle with our Island Pirate rivals, you Saw Mill demos, Mowry Shingle Mill, Log will even enjoy breakfast on board! Cabin, Blacksmith Shop and so much more. www/realmuskoka.com At Muskoka Wharf, Gravenhurst. www.bracebridgechamber.com In support of rethink breast cancer. July 14 Come enjoy the fun. Demo rides, motor- July 13 Teddy Bears Picnic cycle skills show, beer garden, food vendors, Make a Splash/Sidewalk Sale Families can bring their own picnic lunch to and a pancake breakfast, hourly bus shuttles. Visit Uptown Gravenhurst and take in a eat in the gardens, and purchase a bever- www.muskokarally.com Calendar of Festivals & Events

DID YOU KNOW: In 1917, Group of Seven artist Tom Thomson died mysteriously in Algonquin Park. Foul play was suspected, but never proven.

July 19 9 a.m. – Cheer on renowned local artists and try the old-timer loggers’ lunch served Downtown Huntsville Midnight Madness and area dignitaries as they create master- in the sawlogncookerty 1-2pm (or while www.downtownhuntsvilleadventures.com pieces on the streets of downtown over the quantities last). space of four short hours. After watching www.algonquinpark.on.ca July 20 your favourite work of art being created, Muskoka Kids Triathlon you’ll have the chance to take it home with August 19th annual Muskoka Kids Triathlon will you at the live auction at 3pm on the Town be held in Scenic Muskoka Village of Port Hall steps! www.huntsvillefestival.on.ca Thursdays in August Sydney Swim… Bike…Run Wolf Howl www.muskokakidstri.com July 26-28 Public Wolf Howls are only held on In Water Boat Show & Rib-fest Thursdays in August, or in September before July 20 Labour Day, whenweather and an Peerless II’s Birthday accessible wolf pack permits. 1 hour boat cruises on Lake Rosseau www.algonquinpark.on.ca departing from the locks at Port Carling. 10 till 4pm. FREE piece of birthday cake, too! August 1, 8, 15, 15, 22, 29 www.sunsetcruises.ca Walking Tours of Port Carling Thursdays in July and August, NEW TIME July 20 to August 11 -- Join us at 7:00 pm each Thursday evening The Artful Garden 16th Anniversary Show throughout July and August to be a part of a Bracebridge – Featuring the works of over Port Carling 40 artists created for or inspired by gardens. Walking tour! Cost is $7.50, with free Displayed outdoors in the spectacular Gravenhurst. – Free general admission! admission ticket for the museum included. gardens of Jon and Suzann Partridge’s Fun for the whole family! Great food, live www.mlmuseum.com Muskoka studio and home. entertainment, and more than 100 Boat www.theartfulgarden.ca & cottage exhibits. Plus 1000s in prizes & August 2 giveaways! www.caneastshows.com BIA Midnight Madness July 22-26 Showtime Arts, Music & Performance July 27 Camp – Hands-on multi-disciplinary sum- 25th Annual Baysville Walkabout Festival mer arts camp. The Centre in Port Carling 9am-4pm – Come enjoy over 120 Arts and www.artsinmuskoka.com Crafts Vendors Lions Pancake Breakfast, face painting, petting zoo, pony rides, food July 24 and refreshments, live band and Disc Jockey. Bala’s Museum EVERYTHING ANNE This year a multi-talented Busker. Admis- 1:30pm – Our annual re-enactment of sion is a donation to the Baysville Commu- L.M. Montgomery coming to Bala in 1922 nity Group. www.baysvillewalkabout.com is also a 20th anniversary celebration for the museum. An afternoon of “Everything July 27-August 10 Bracebridge Anne” has family fun, including egg-on- Art in the Heart www.downtownbracebridge.com a-spoon races, 3- legged races, sack races, Bracebridge (Saturdays) – and prizes forbest costumes of characters Artists will be on the from “Anne of Green Gables”(Anne, Diana, street from 9am to 6pm. Matthew, Marilla, Gilbert and Josie Pye). www.artintheheart- Popcorn, cake, and freckles are free. bracebridge.com www.bala.net/museum/index.asp July 27 July 25 Loggers Day en Plein Air Painting and Auction 10am-3pm – Join us for this highly entertaining and educational day when the Algonquin Logging Museum comes to life. Take in the demonstrations around the Logging Museum trail Calendar of Festivals & Events

DID YOU KNOW: The name Muskoka is thought to come from a Chippawa chief named ‘Mesqua Ukee’ who deeded the area to the province.

August 2 Held at the end of Short St at Rosseau’s August 10-11 Driver Reviver Station at Muskoka Beach and Waterfront. Baysville Arts and Crafts Festival Tourism – Stop at Muskoka Tourism With 80 vendors, all proceeds from this location Hwy 11 N. just 2 km north of August 3 event go back into our community. Please Severn Bridge, and have a rest, go hiking on Port Sydney Annual Regatta donate generously at the gates as all money the Kahshe Barrens Trail, enjoy a free coffee www.portsydneycofc.com donated goes to the Horticultural Society or water and eat a delicious BBQ hotdog who does a fabulous job at making our cooked by the Gravenhurst Lion’s Club. August 2-4 -parks so beautiful. 1-800-267-9700 MacTier Big Weekend www.baysvilleontario.com www.discovermuskoka.ca It’s a family friendly weekend in Muskoka that is hometown proud and affordable. August 10-11 August 1-3 We’ve become known for bringing you a Muskoka Model Railway Show Huntsville Jazz Festival weekend that has something for everyone in the family. And best of all it’s either free or very affordable. www.bigweekendfestival.ca

August 5 3rd Annual “100 Mile Challenge” www.arowhonpines.ca A series of internationally renowned artists in evening concerts. August 7, 14, 21 www.huntsvillefestival.on.ca Wednesday Overnight Voyages Muskoka Steamships, departs Bracebridge – Held at the Bracebridge August 3-4 Muskoka Wharf, Gravenhurst Fairgrounds (JD Lang Park.) Sat. 10am- Piratefest at Muskoka Wharf www.realmuskoka.com 5pm; Sun. 10am-4pm. Featuring operating Gravenhurst. www.realmuskoka.com layouts, modeling clinics, historical displays, August 7, 14, 21, 28 swap tables, train vendors and manufactur- August 4, 11, 18 Noah’s Ark Cruises ers, souvenirs & door prizes, barbecue. Sunday Morning Pirate Cruises Aboard Muskoka Steamships, www.muskokamodelrailwayclub.com Gravenhurst – Rumour is out that Pirate Depart Muskoka Wharf 10 am. Captain Corbin will be coming to “take” www.realmuskoka.com August 10-11 Wenonah each Sunday morning. If ye be Enchanted Forest Art Show brave enough to take his vow to lead a life August 7, 14, 21, 28 The show is a perfect way to spend a day of piracy, the Captain personally requests Lecture series Wednesdays, July & August and you may even find just the right piece your presence. Become a Pirate on board Muskoka Lakes Museum Lecture Series of art for your home or cottage! A deli- the Wenonah II and battle with our Island commences! Lectures run each Wednesday cious lunch is available on-site, with tables Pirate rivals, you will even enjoy breakfast night at 7:00 pm sharp at the Museum. set in the gardens for ‘al fresco’ dining! The on board! www.realmuskoka.com ww.mlmuseum.com experience is complemented by an unforgettable tour of The Enchanted Forest, where August 3 August -9-10 fairytale settings delight young and old. Stephenson Lions Duck Race Uptown Gravenhurst Sidewalk Event www.woodsend.ca 12 Annual Stephenson District Lions Club Second weekend of August. Live music, Duck Race, Port Sydney. Start the race at food vendors, bouncy castles, Children’s August 12-16 Port Sydney Dam - end the race at Indian games, community BBQ and local artists. Muskoka Opera Festival Landing. Some for everyone’s tastes! Rene M. Caisse Theatre. www.portsydneycofc.com www.gravenhurstbia.com www.muskokaopera.com

August 3 August 10 August 13 Rosseau Classic Car and Boat Show Honey Harbour Jazz Festival Artifact or Fiction Gala Fundraiser 12pm – 4pm Taking place at the museum, this fun-filled Jazz bands, beer garden, vendors. time includes a substantial offering of deli- Location: Honey Harbour Park Landing cious food from local suppliers, live musical [email protected] entertainment and an exciting selection of silent auction offerings. www.mlmuseum.com Calendar of Festivals & Events

DID YOU KNOW: “The Port Carling Wall” is made up of nealry 10,000 individual photos of Muskoka’s first 100 years – 1860 to 1960.

August 15 September 10-12 Muskoka Lakes Public Library Family August 24 Signatures Voyage, Sunset Cruises Fun Day – 5pm - 8pm – Community cel- Muskoka Beer Festival Special boat cruise 3 days on 3 lakes, ebration with interactive events, story time, 1pm to 8pmAnnie Williams Park. Don’t An Old Muskoka Cruise. face-painting. miss Muskoka’s only craft beer festival. www.sunsetcruises.ca www.muskokabeerfestival.ca August 16, 17, & 18 September 14 22nd Annual Dockside Festival of the August 30 Antique Classic and Custom Car Show Arts – Muskoka Wharf Special Events Field Driver Reviver Station at Muskoka Tour- Huntsville Always a popular event with hand-made ism Stop www.downtownhuntsvilleadventures.com gifts and collectables using a wide variety of Muskoka Tourism’s location Hwy 11 N. just art forms and techniques. Friday Aug. 16: 2 km north of Severn Bridge, and have a September 13-15 10-6, Saturday Aug. 17: 10-6, rest, go hiking on the Kahshe Barrens Trail, 146th Bracebridge Fall Fair Sunday Aug. 18: 10-4 enjoy a free coffee or water and eat a Fun for the whole family. New this year! A www.gravenhurstchamber.com delicious BBQ hotdog cooked by the qualifying Sport Pony Show! A wine making Gravenhurst Lion’s Club. 1-800-267-9700. competition! www.bracebridgefair.com August 16-17 www.discovermuskoka.ca Bracebridge Highland Games September 17-19 J.D. Lang Park, “Scot or not, come enjoy September Signatures Voyage, Sunset Cruises a wee bit o’ the Highlands in the Heart of Muskoka” September 6-8 www.bracebridgehighlandgames.com Southern Cruisers Bike Ride Port Severn August 17-18 Contact: David at 705-538-2184 Artists of the Limberlost Open Studio Weekend – The Artists of the Limberlost is September 7 a collective of artists and craftspeople with 140th Severn Bridge Fall Fair studios along the scenic Limberlost Road, Severn Bridge. north of Hwy. 60 in Muskoka. www.artist- softhelimberlost.ca September 7 Special boat cruise 3 days on 3 lakes, Muskoka Fall Classic Old Muskoka Cruise. August 17 Rotary Gull Lake Park, Gravenhurst www.sunsetcruises.ca Huntsville Summer Sidewalk Sale www.severnriverrowingclub.com www.downtownhuntsvilleadventures.com September 19-21 September 8 Film North 2013 August 17 Subaru IRONMAN Scheduled to take place at the Algonquin Celebrate Summer Event Theatre in Huntsville. Port Sydney Community Hall. www.filmnorth.net www.portsydneycofc.com September 20-22 August 23-25 Huntsville Fall Fair 30th Annual Bracebridge Antique Show www.huntsvilleadventures.com

September 27-29 The 2013 IRONMAN 70.3 Muskoka will Culture Days at Muskoka Lakes Museum be the 6th edition of the event. The 1.2- Port Carling Join us at the museum for an mile, one-loop swim will take place in engaging weekend of art and culture. More picturesque Peninsula Lake. The 56-mile details to follow. On Sunday, Tea Tasting is bike course circles Lake of Bays, riding back! Sample teas from around the world, through small towns such as Dwight, learn about their health benefits, Dorset, and Baysville. The 13.1-mile run preparation and etiquette Loose tea and tea Fri. 5-9pm; Sat. 10am-5pm; Sun. 10am- will take you through Muskoka County, wares are on special pricing for the duration 4pm. Food will be provided by the Brace- passed pink granite rock and cascading of the event. bridge Legion. For more information waterfalls along the Fairy Vista Trail. www.mlmuseum.com contact Bill at (226) 661-2616 or Ian www.ironmanmuskoka.com Robb (519) 442-4395. www.discovermuskoka.ca Calendar of Festivals & Events

DID YOU KNOW: There are 333 islands on the “Big 3” Muskoka Lakes – Lake Joseph-75; the Joe River -5; Lake Rosseau-75; Lake Muskoka-178.

September 28-29 October 19 Muskoka Autumn Studio Tour Cran-Anne Contest The Muskoka Autumn Studio Tour is proud 2pm – Bala’s Museum to continue its rich legacy of the arts in The big question is what Anne of Green 2013, our 35th year of presenting scores of Gables would look like if she showed up at diversely talented artists. the Bala Cranberry Festival? www.muskokastudiotour.com www.bala.net/museum October

October 5-6 Muskoka Autumn Studio Tour The Muskoka Autumn Studio Tour is proud to continue its rich legacy of the arts in 2013, our 35th year of presenting scores of diversely talented artists. www.muskokastudiotour.com

October 5-6 Bala Craft & Gift Fair At the Bala Community Centre. www.balacraftandgiftfair.com

October 12 Thanksgiving Open House Muskoka Lakes Museum www.mlmuseum.com October 31 October 13 25th Annual Great Pumpkin Trail Muskoka Lakes Museum Last Day of 5pm-8pm-Last admission 7:30pm Season • www,mlmuseum.com This 25th Annual Community Event is a great alternative to having your children go October 14 door to door through busy streets in traffic, Thanksgiving Day Cruise in the dark. Held in the Pioneer Departs Muskoka Wharf 10 am. and returns Village within the gates of Muskoka Heri- at 7pm. Enjoy a full Thanksgiving Turkey tage Place, this traffic free and youngster meal at Clevelands House. driven Halloween event proves as much of www.realmuskoka.com a social event for the parents as it is for the kids. October 18-20 www.muskokaheritageplace.org Bala Cranberry Festival The last great festival of the season. Bala www.balacranberryfestival.on.ca Take a Tour of Muskoka

MUSKOKA’s rugged coast ∆ big chute & Georgian bay START & END @ PORT SEVERN ∆ DURATION: Approx 1-2 hrs Muskoka Driving ∆ From Port Severn, travel north on HWY 400 to Exit 162 Day Trips MUSKOKA ∆ At Exit 162 take Muskoka Road 34 east to Big Chute, MAP and watch the Marine Railway in action Return on Muskoka Road 34, cross HWY 400 and continue west Design your own tour or use one of www.discovermuskoka.ca ∆ 1.800.267.9700 on Muskoka Road 48 to Muskoka Road 5 ours! Muskoka Tourism offers six great ∆ Right on Muskoka Road 5 to Honey Harbour driving tours on its free Muskoka Map ∆ Return down Muskoka Road 5 to Port Severn or pick up a copy of the CD audio tour, which will take you on an UNFORGETTABLE SHORELINES historical journey throughout ∆ LAKE OF BAYS CIRCLE TOUR Muskoka. START & END AT BAYSVILLE ∆ DURATION: Approx 1.5-3 hrs ∆ Follow Muskoka Road 117 east from Baysville to Dorset Call Muskoka Tourism at (don’t forget to detour along Old HWY 117 to Norway Point 1-800-267-9700. where you can make arrangements for a water taxi to Bigwin Island) ∆ Left onto HWY 35 in Dorset to HWY 60 ∆ Left onto HWY 60, through Dwight to Muskoka Road 9 ∆ Left onto Muskoka Road 9 to Muskoka Road 2

touch the past, embrace the future & discover true nature∆ chain of lakes TOUR START & END @ HUNTSVILLE ∆ DURATION: Approx 2-4 hours ∆ In Huntsville take Main Street west across HWY 11 and folllow Muskoka Road 3 to Muskoka Road 45 ∆ Right on Muskoka Road 45 to Muskoka Road 2 ∆ Right on Muskoka Road 2, following it back through Huntsville on Brunel Road and south to Muskoka Road 10 The gateway to muskoka and beyond ∆ Right on Muskoka Road 10, through Port Sydney and out to HWY ∆ LAKE MUSKOKA CIRCLE TOUR 11 START & END @ GRAVENHURST ∆ DURATION: Approx 1.5-3 hrs ∆ North on HWY 11 to HWY 60 ∆ East on HWY 60 to Muskoka Road 9 From Gravenhurst, follow Muskoka Road 169 to Bala and Glen ∆ ∆ Right on Muskoka Road 9 to Muskoka Road 23 – A nice detour: Orchard and on to Muskoka Road 118 keep going straight on HWY 60 instead of turning at Muskoka ∆ Right on Muskoka Road 118 out of Port Carling and on through Road 9 – it will take you to Dwight and then on to the Western the Huckleberry Rock to Bracebridge (A nice detour take Milford gates of Algonquin Park – take some time to explore Canada’s Bay Road and stop at the parking lot for Huckleberry Rock oldest provincial park! Upon your return along HWY 60, turn left Lookout Trail. Take a hike out to marvel at the kilometre-long at Muskoka Road 9 man-made canyon that 118 winds through.) ∆ Right on Muskoka Road 23 back to HWY 60 Follow Muskoka Road 118 to Bracebridge to Muskoka Road 17 ∆ ∆ Left on to HWY 60 back to Huntsville ∆ Right on Muskoka Road 17 past Muskoka Beach and back into Gravenhurst FROM THE HEART OF MUSKOKA ∆ THE GRAND TOUR MUSKOKA’s playground ∆ LAKE ROSSEAU CIRCLE TOUR START & END @ BRACEBRIDGE ∆ DURATION: Approx 4-6 hours START & END @ PORT CARLING ∆ DURATION: Approx 1.5-2.5 hrs ∆ From Bracebridge follow HWY 11 north to Muskoka Road 117 ∆ Take Muskoka Road 117 east through Baysville to Dor- Take Muskoka Road 118 out of Port Carling east to Muskoka ∆ set Road 25 (Brackenrig Road) ∆ Left on HWY 35 in Dorset to HWY 60 Left on Muskoka Road 25 to Muskoka Road 4 ∆ ∆ Left on HWY 60 through Dwight and Huntsville to HWY 11 ∆ Left on Muskoka Road 4 to Muskoka Road 24 (make sure to ∆ South on HWY 11 to HWY 141 detour into Windermere first!) ∆ West on HWY 141 through Utterson and Rosseau to HWY 69 ∆ Left on Muskoka Road 24 to Ullswater on HWY 141 ∆ South on HWY 69 to Muskoka Road 169 ∆ Left on HWY 141 to Rosseau ∆ Follow Muskoka Road 169 through Bala to Muskoka Road 41 In Rosseau, take HWY 632 through Minnett and Port Sandfield ∆ (Bethune Drive) in Gravenhurst back to 118 ∆ Left on Bethune Drive to HWY 11 ∆ Left on Muskoka Road 118 to Port Carling ∆ Take HWY 11 north back to Bracebridge Unique Muskoka Attractions.

Hidden Valley Highlands Ski Area Bracebridge Huntsville Algonquin

Rene Caisse Memorial Theatre Muskoka Heritage Place – Algonquin Provincial Park Museum, Village, Train

A long-favoured destination for generations of skiers and snowboarders, Hidden Valley has something for everyone. • Ski & Stay Packages The theatre features 300 seats, including • Learn to Ski or Board Packages • Holiday Kids a balcony and two boxes and features Camps Ontario’s oldest and most revered park. Offering the most up-to-date sound and lighting Historical Late 1800s genuine settlement • 1-800-398-9555 a wonderful outdoor experience including equipment. •(705) 645 8400 • www. dwellings from the Huntsville area with • www.skihiddenvalley.on.ca fabulous hiking trails, some of the finest canoeing renemcaissetheatre.ca costumed narrators demonstrating pioneer anywhere, lots of wildlife, great camping, and if life. Ride the beautifully restored Portage Brunel Lock Huntsville camping is not your cup of tea there are a number Lady Muskoka Cruises Flyer train along the Muskoka River to Fairy of lodges and resorts in the park. Lake. • (705) 789-7576 • www.algonquinpark.on.ca • www.muskokaheritageplace.org Algonquin Logging Museum Group of Seven Outdoor Gallery

A great place to see small craft lock through.

The 300 Passenger Lady Muskoka offers an Treetop Trekking incredible sightseeing opportunity you’re sure One of the highest adventure parks in Ontario to remember. 1-800-263-5239 – zip lines, monkey cables, Tarzan ropes etc. • www.ladymuskoka.com Logging Museum brings the story of logging to 1-855-788-9009 This outdoor mural gallery celebrates life – from the early square timber days to the Maple Orchard Farms last of the great river drives. Take a step back in the Group of Seven and Tom Thomson’s contribution to the heritage of the Algonquin Lake of Bays time and learn about this very colourful aspect of and the Huntsville areas. Algonquin’s cultural history. • www.groupofsevenoutdoorgallery.ca • www.algonquinpark.on.ca Oxtongue Rapids Algonquin Art Centre Lion’s Lookout

Take a guided tour of our maple syrup kitchen. A 10 to 15 minutes tour of our site is given with an explanation of how maple syrup, maple butter, and maple sugar are made. Factory Outlet and gift shop. • Take a unique drive along Oxtongue Rapids 1-800-461-5445 Road and view the endless rolling rapids Here, artists share with you some of the many • www.mapleorchardfarms.com Take in the spectacular vista at Lion’s that cascade down the Oxtongue River. Take spectacular vistas of Algonquin and area. Lookout - Hwy 60 east from Huntsville to Oxtongue • www.algonquinartcentre.com off Brunel Rd on Park Drive by Huntsville Rapids Road. Covered Bridge Centennial Centre Muskoka Trails Heritage Museum Dorset Swingbridge Showcasing the Dorset area’s past with displays, photographs, stories, and fascinating artefacts. OPEN 10am-4pm: July 1 to Thanksgiving (Wed. to Sat.) • www. dorsetheritagemuseum.ca

Baysville Dam and Park A great place to relax and have a picnic lunch Muskoka has a vast, scenic network of trails that One of only two covered bridges in Ontario. and watch life float by. runs through the entire District of Muskoka. This bridge spans Beaver Creek on Ball’s Dr. • twitter.com/muskokatrails in Bracebridge. Main Street swing bridge Great Country Stores • www.town.huntsville.on.ca Waterfalls With 22 waterfalls, Bracebridge is Canada’s Algonquin Theatre waterfall capital. The cascades can easily be found along the roads and trails of this vibrant town. • www.tourismbracebridge.com

Maple Valley Ranch Come and explore our many trails, whether Muskoka is dotted with some of the neatest you are on horseback or foot, there is always and unique country stores offering some a relaxing trail to wander down. of the finest shopping experiences in all of Bracebridge, 705-646-3759 A 408 seat performing arts theatre which Ontario. Offering local cottage country crafts www.muskokahorseback.com hosts a variety of performances ranging from and antiques, one-of-a-kind items from the elementary school productions to concerts by rustic to the sublime. seasoned professionals. Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower and Northern Escapades Mini Golf • www.algonquintheatre.ca 18 hole miniature golf course and a Picnic Site picturesque spot on the Muskoka River. The Dyer Memorial Nature Enjoy the breathtaking panoramic view from Water Falls and Ponds, and newly upgraded Reserve the platform of the old fire-tower 142 meters with dinosaur exhibits . Great for all ages (465 feet) above Lake of Bays. and the whole family will have fun. A great A 155 acre nature reserve that is open to the way to spend time in the outdoors and public from dawn to dusk. Visitors are asked appreciate nature. to take only photos and leave only footprints Bracebridge, 705-645-7025 24 Discover Muskoka

Unique Muskoka Attractions.

Big Chute Marine Railway North America’s only in-water, indoor known as one of the best LMM museums in Sunset Cruises Georgian Bay exhibit of working antique boats. Enjoy the all Canada. museum’s heritage of the Muskoka Lakes. • 1-888-579-7739 • (705) 687-2115 • www.realmuskoka.com www.bala.net/museum Miss Midland 30,000 Islands Boat Cruises Muskoka Wildlife Centre

Enjoy memorable cruises aboard the IDYLLWOOD, a restored 1920’s vintage yacht, offering elegance and grace for up to 12 guests. Big Chute Marine Railway is the only one • (705) 645-2462 • www.sunsetcruises.ca of its kind in North America. In operation Farmers Markets since 1917. Spend some leisurely time at one of the • (705) 750-4900 • www.pc.gc.ca/trent The Locks & The Wall in Port Carling many farmers markets in Muskoka. The days Take a Sightseeing Cruise aboard the An interactive learning wildlife park with and times vary. 300-passenger Miss Midland and Gravenhurst indoor facilities and fifty acres of scenic experience the sparkling water, the walking trails featuring exhibits of many • Bala’s Summer Market - Mondays windswept pines of Muskoka-Georgian • Parry Sound - Tuesdays Torrance Barren’s Dark Sky Reserve species of wildlife, native to Ontario. • Bay’s 30,000 islands - the finest cruising (705) 689-0222 • Gravenhurst - Wednesdays area in the northern hemisphere. • www.muskokawildlifecentre.com • Huntsville – Thursdays, • www.midlandtours.ca Bethune Memorial House National • Rosseau - Fridays Island Queen Cruises Historic Site • Bracebridge - Saturdays For further info contact “The Wall” is the world’s largest historic • 1-800-267-9700 or www. photo-mosaic, that adorns an entire side of a discovermuskoka.ca building at the locks in Port Carling. • www.portcarling.com Waterway Tours See the stars as you have never seen them Huckleberry Rock before. The first of its kind in Canada, Huckleberry Rock has been a well known and the Torrance Barrens is now officially most scenic lookout in Muskoka for over 100 recognized as a Dark Sky Reserve. • years. Located just off Hwy. 118 at Milford Explore the beautiful Thirty Thousand www.muskokaheritage.org/natural/ The birthplace of a hero! Bethune Memorial Bay Road. Follow the signs. Island region of Georgian Bay aboard the torrancebarrens.asp House commemorates the life and 550-passenger Island Queen and discover Gull Lake Park - Music on the Barge achievements of Dr. Henry Norman Bethune. Johnson’s Cranberry Marsh the unbelievable beauty of this remote • (705) 687-4261 • www.pc.gc.ca/ region of Canada. It would be a pleasure to [email protected] welcome you aboard. The Gravenhurst Opera House Tour Lake Rosseau, Lake Joseph or Lake Muskoka, • www.islandqueencruise.com upon Waterway Tours Pontoon Boat. • (705) 687-3805 • www.waterwaytours.com Georgian Bay Biosphere Bracebridge

Many well-known musical acts have been Bala Cranberry growers for over 50 years. Santa’s Village presented here since the 1940’s. and Muskoka Lakes Winery, opened in 2001 • www.gravenhurstchamber.com producing award-winning wine. Drop in, tour the farm, taste our wines and shop in our This historic opera house continues to Muskoka Wharf amazing Cranberry Store. • (705) 762-3213 • be one of Gravenhurst’s most important www.cranberry.ca attractions and the home of many great Georgian Bay Biosphere Reserve is one musical and theatrical performances of the Muskoka Lakes Museum of only 13 in Canada and is recognized past 100 years. by Unesco. It covers 347,000 hectares of (705) 687-5550 • 1-888-495-8888 shoreline ecosystem stretching from the • www.gravenhurst.ca • Severn River to the French River. It contains over 100 species of animals and plants that A magical experience under the Muskoka pines. are at risk in Canada and Ontario, including The Tree Museum Children spend the day as an elf on over 50 acres unique reptiles and amphibians. The Muskoka steam era comes alive Established to foster and promote of family fun • www.gbbr.ca here with heritage facilities, shops and contemporary sculpture, this facility is • (705) 645-2512 • www.santasvillage.ca restaurants. committed to providing the community with Representing the history of the Muskoka Georgian Bay Islands National Park • Eaglecrest Aerial Park www.muskokawharf.ca direct access to innovative art in a fully Lakes Township, the museum is an important integrated outdoor environment. Muskoka Steamships cultural, historical and educational resource, • www.thetreemuseum.ca serving the community and its many visitors. Little Norway Museum • (705) 765-5367 • www.mlmuseum.com Kee to Bala

The ultimate tree-top adventure. •(705) 645-2512 EXT 224 From Honey Harbour to Twelve Mile Bay, • www.aerialparks.ca you’ll discover the spectacular rugged beauty of the Canadian Shield. Board the amazing Segwun, North America’s Rich Hill Candles and Gifts • (705) 526-9804 • www.pc.gc.ca/gbi oldest operating steamship. Go sight seeing The Little Norway Memorial Building invites Handcraft your own wax souvenir in our candle on Wenonah II, combining turn-of-the- you to come and appreciate the history that factory while you watch chandlers in action. Trent-Severn Waterway century charm with modern conveniences. • took place at the Muskoka Airport during • (705) 645-8600 • www.richhillcandles.com This unique waterway and National Historic (705) 687-6667 the Second World War. Site links Lake Ontario with Georgian Bay. • www.realmuskoka.com • www.emb-norway.ca/ Formerly Dunn’s Pavilion - which for nearly The system stretches 386 km twisting and norwaycanada/littlenorway/museum/ 30 years has been called The Kee To Bala - Back Country Paintball turning, linking a number of rivers and lakes Muskoka Boat & Heritage Centre MuskokaMuseum.htm continues to draw thousands of people to be Offers everyone the opportunity to challenge by 42 locks, 2 hydraulic lifts and one marine entertained with music and dancing . themselves in a safe and dynamic environment railway. • (705) 750-4900 • (705) 762-3134 • www.thekee.com while providing both children & adults with a • www.pc.gc.ca/trent Muskoka Lakes challenging, and fun, tactical experience that can Back Country Tours be enjoyed all year round.

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