POINTS OF INTEREST
WASAGA INDOOR PAINTBALL
– An activity that has taken enthusiasts by storm. Play with
your friends and family in this incredible indoor facility.
www.wasagapaintball.on.ca
FISH LOCK - Thornbury
Fish Lock is located on the Beaver River just south of Hwy.26 in
downtown Thornbury. This unique system that helps fish over the
24 foot high dam is called a fish lock built in April 1980 by
the Ministry of Natural Resources. In the spring and fall the
fish move up the river to spawn.
RAVEN at LORA BAY DRIVING
RANGE – Golf isn’t just for summer anymore! If Mother Nature
isn’t going to cooperate with us on the hills, then we can beat
her on the golf course. Raven at Lora Bay is opening it’s
driving range with special holiday rates.
www.intrawestgolf.com/raven_lorabay
INDOOR GOLF SIMULATOR –
If golfing outdoors in December gives you the chills, then try
out an indoor golf simulator at Fairways Golf Simulators. This
new golf centre features 3 state of the art simulators where
players can play one of 20 famous courses as well as other
activities such as pool, darts or Texas Hold’em Poker.
http://fairwaysindoorgolf.ca
SCENIC CAVES NATURE
ADVENTURES – Famous for it’s natural attractions, the
escarpment caves, Scenic Caves Nordic Adventures also features
groomed nordic ski and snowshoe trails in the winter, as well as
Ontario’s longest suspension bridge. The absence of snow has
given us a special treat….the caves are open for tours, which is
something usually offered in warm weather months only! Explore
some of the areas oldest caves, and check out the view from the
suspension bridge.
www.sceniccaves.com
BICYCLING THE GEORGIAN
TRAIL – Bundle up and take a leisurely ride on the Georgian
Trail. This stretch of maintained trail runs from Collingwood to
Meaford, and is a beautiful way to take in the scenery of the
area.
www.trailsofgeorgianbay.com/georgian-trail.html
PLUNGE! AQUACENTRE -
There’s no snow required to take the Plunge! And it doesn’t have
to be summer to enjoy wet watery fun! Blue Mountains newest
winter attraction Plunge! Aquacentre, offers indoor and outdoor
pools, hot tubs and an indoor wet playground. It’s open daily
and is perfect for the young and young at heart!
FROST FRENZY! - The
Village is alive with it’s frost frenzy celebrations. Sit by the
central fire pit and watch carolers, marvel at the fire dancers
and stilt walkers then visit with Santa, the Village Mascot and
the Snow Princess.
DYNAMITE DINOS! -
Discover your inner archeologist with our Dynamite Dinos Holiday
Programming! Dynamite Dinos offers a Play–a–saurus Family
Activity Room open daily, to all parents and their children for
activities, workshops and games. Elephant Thoughts Dino
Exploration Camps delivers portable archaeology and paleontology
programs. Join the family at Movie Central, featuring a range of
newly released films and some must see classics. It’s sure to be
Dino-rific! To Book Elephant Thoughts Dino Exploration Camps
call info & Reservation at 1-877-445-0231 or drop in at Activity
Central.
KIDS AT BLUE MOUNTAIN -
Kids need a break too! They’ll meet lots of new friends at one
of our Kids at Blue Mountain Camps! Reserve in advance for a day
of fun on and off the slopes for the little ones.
INDOOR/OUTDOOR SKATING
– Bring your skates and take advantage of a special schedule of
ice times at the Collingwood Eddie Bush Memorial Arena or at the
Collingwood Central Park Outdoor Rink. Special holiday rates are
in effect For more details contact the Eddie Bush Memorial Arena
or the Town of Collingwood Website for details.
http://mycollingwood.ca
BOWLING - Challenge
your friends and family on the lanes of Mariner's Cove Sports
Complex in Collingwood. The bowling facility offers 12 lane, 5
pin bowling with automatic scoring, licensed premises, an arcade
and pool tables. Call 705.445.3871 for more information.
SPA SERVICES – Take
some time to indulge in that long awaited Spa treatment you’ve
been meaning to treat yourself to. At Blue Mountain, there are
three spa facilities to choose from, all offering their own
unique menu of treatments. Experience My Touch, Your Spa at the
Blue Mountain Inn, The Vanilla Pod Spa at Club Intrawest or for
a traditional Scandinavian bath experience explore the newly
opened Le Scandinave Spa.
GOURMET FOOD & SHOPPING
- If gourmet food and wine interest you, create your own self
guided gourmet getaway by reserving at as many different Resort
restaurants as you can. If shopping is your idea of the perfect
holiday, there is an entire Village of shops for you to explore!
CROSS COUNTRY SKIING
The Georgian Trail - Trails: 32 kms along the
abandoned rail line from Collingwood to Meaford. Passing through
scenic areas with access to accommodation, dining and retail
along the way. Access points at cross roads along Hwy 26, or
start in Meaford, Thornbury, Craigleith or Collingwood.
Highlands Nordic -
Trails: Suitable for the recreational skier as well as the
skating enthusiast. Facilities & Service; Club House, snack bar,
rental service, pro shop, race facilities, ski school, jack
rabbit program. 1/2 miles Southwest of Duntroon on the 10th
line. Tel: (705) 444-5017. Open Daily.
Kolapore Uplands Wilderness
Ski - Trails: 60 kms/45miles, 15 trails ranging from
intermediate to advanced. Numerous steep climbs and difficult
downhill runs. Caution: Because of the extreme trail system,
skiers are advised to purchase a map of the area before starting
out. Maps are available at the Georgian Triangle Tourist
Association and the Ravenna General Store. Hwy Access: Hwy 26
West of Collingwood on Grey Rd, 2 for 11.2 kms Parking on the
Left. Open Dawn to dusk daily.
The Loree Forest - Hwy
Access: Hwy 26 west of Collingwood, Left of Grey Rd. #4, left on
Concession 7, first left on Concession 21. Continue 3 to 4
miles, watch for unused road allowance on left, which is the
entrance trail. Open dawn to dusk daily. Located in the Grey
County Forest area atop the Georgian Peaks ski area, Loree is
one of the most beautiful cross-country areas in the Georgian
Triangle. Use at own risk.
Wasaga Beach Provincial
Park - Trails: 3 Trails, 26 kms marked, groomed and track
set. Novice, Intermediate, Advanced. Facilities & Services :
Cookout Shelter, Warming Hut, First Aid, Waxing Area, Trail
Maps, Private Ski Rentals adjacent to parking lot on weekends.
Tel: (705) 429-2516
Scenic Caves Nature
Adventures - Boasts 22 kilometres of groomed beginner and
intermediate cross country ski and snowshoe trails winding
through a 200 year old forest rich with wildlife. Winter owls
and a wide variety of other birds will beckon to you from the
100 feet maple; beech and oak canopy while deer and many other
animals can be seen in the forest.
