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CAR AND BIKE SIGHT SEEING TOUR ROUTES
BLUE
MOUNTAIN ACTIVITY CENTRAL - Activity Central
[1.800.955.6561] is on-site to provide you with limitless recreation
options. Ask them to organize a winter hummer tour, horse drawn carriage
ride, cooking class or a jewelry making class at
Q
Berry Beading… there’s plenty of options, and Activity
Central is here to help make your wish list come true!
WASAGA INDOOR PAINTBALL – An activity that has taken
enthusiasts by storm. Play with your friends and family in this
incredible indoor facility.
Check out their website for details at
www.wasagapaintball.on.ca
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.
Visit
http://fairwaysindoorgolf.ca for more information.
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.
For full details on activities visit
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.
Visit
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
THORNBURY FISH LOCKS 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. As they approach the foot of the dam many rainbow
and Chinook salmon can be seen leaping over the rushing waters cascading
from the top of the dam.
Kings Court Antiques and
Collectibles Market
99 King St. E on (Hwy 26) in Thornbury. Sat/Sun 9-5 year round.
Hwy 26 Flea Market
Hwy 26 E. 101 Pretty River Parkway, Collingwood. L9Y 4M8. Phone
705-444-1901. Sat/Sun. 9-5 year round, 100 vendors. Indoor super variety
of quality items at great prices.
Elmvale Sales Barn & Flea Market
Hwy #92 E of Wasaga Beach & We of Elmvale. Phone (705) 322-1633. Open
Thursdays April - October, Sundays, Victoria Day to Labour Day. Small
animal auctions.
Billy Bishop Flying Club
R. R #8, Owen Sound, N4K 5W4. Phone 519-372-1259/fax 519-371-5197.
Scenic tours over Georgian Bay and the Bruce Peninsula.
Blue Mountain Go-Karts
Hwy.26 between Collingwood & Wasaga Beach. P.O. Box 367, L9Y 3Z7.
705-445-2419. A family entertainment centre. Go-karts, mini-karts,
mini-golf ,arcade, games room, snack bar, free animal park, Sports
Complex, batting cages, pitching cage, electronic golf driving cage,
free volleyball court. Wasaga 500 Go-Karts Ltd. Hwy. 92, P.O. Box 180,
Wasaga Beach, L0L 2P0. Phone 705-322-2594. Family Entertainment Centre
Super smooth one mile track. 50 fast safe karts. 9 baseball/softball
batting cages. 2-18 hole mini-golf. snack bar & washrooms on site.
Wasaga 500 Go-Karts Ltd.
Hwy. 92, P.O. Box 180, Wasaga Beach, L0L 2P0. Phone 705-322-2594. Family
Entertainment Centre Super smooth one mile track. 50 fast safe karts. 9
baseball/softball batting cages. 2-18 hole mini-golf. snackbar &
washrooms on site.
Blue Mountain Go-Karts
Hwy.26 between Collingwood & Wasaga Beach. P.O.B ox 367, L9Y 3Z7.
705-445-2419. A family entertainment centre. Go-karts, mini-karts,
mini-golf ,arcade, games room, snack bar,free animal park, Sports
Complex, batting cages, pitching cage, electronic golf driving cage,
free volleyball court.
Mariner's Cove Sports Complex
Hwy. 24 South of Collingwood,L9Y 3Z1.Phone/fax 705-445-3871 E-mail:mariner@lynx.org
Website: http://www.wasaga.com/marinerscove. Fully licensed, 12 lane 5
pin bowling, 18 holes mini golf, arcade, pool tables and snack bar.
Wasaga Landing Water Slide & Miniature Golf
90 Beach Dr. First St., Wasaga Beach, ON L0L 2P0 (between Beach area 1 &
2 on Beach Dr.) Phone (site)705-429-3711/fax 429-5840, (office)705
429-4400. Waterslides, 18 hole mini- golf. McDonalds Restaurant,
washroom, coin lockers & FREE parking on site.
Bygone Days Museum & Heritage Village
R. R. # 1, Sixth St. W., Collingwood, ON L9Y 3Y9. Phone 705-445-4316.
Collingwood Museum
Memorial Park, St.Paul St., Collingwood 705-445-4811 Fax 445-9004 E-mail
cm-chin@georgian.net Open year round, exhibits about the history of
Collingwood and area, including a video gallery changing exhibits and
children's centre. Special exhibits throughout the year. Museum Store
too!
Wasaga Beach Paintball Adventure
Hwy. 92 - East end of Wasaga Beach across from Arena. 705-429-5065.Call
for info. and prices.
Theatre Collingwood
P.O. Box 322, Collingwood,ON L9Y 3Z7. Ticket Hotline 705-444-6376.
Cantour 532 Sixth St. Collingwood, L9Y 3Y9. 4 SEASON ALL
INCLUSIVE TOURS. Canoeing, hiking, ice fishing, snowshoeing, and
sightseeing tours throughout Ontario. Step on Guide Services. Phone
705-444-1855/fax 705-444-1425. E-mail: cantour@georgian.net Sinton
Transportation - contact Joe Connolly 4 Ronell Crescent, Collingwood, ON
L9Y 4N7 Phone 705-446-1196 Coach, bus & van charters * Casino Rama for
individuals and/or groups * Collingwood-Wasaga Beach Joe's Bus.
Wasaga Landing Water Slide &
Miniature Golf
90 Beach Dr., First St., Wasaga Beach, L0L 2P0 Phone (705) 429-3711.
Waterslides, 18 hole mini golf. McDonalds, washrooms, coin lockers, and
free parking on site.
Wasaga Waterworld
Hwy #92, Wasaga Beach, L0L 2P0 East entrance of Wasaga Beach) Phone
(705)429-4400.fax 429-5840. Family water amusement park, wave pool,
water slides, arcade, gift shop, picnic areas, kiddy pool, 100 person
hot tub, playground, washrooms, coin lockers. FREE parking & hot & cold
food & drinks available on site.
Elmvale Jungle Z00
On Hwy #27 S of Elmvale 705-322-1112. A fascinating collection of exotic
wildlife from all over the world. Shaded trails & trout pond. "An
Exciting & Educational Adventure."
Family Fun
The holidays are all about spending time with friends and family, and
that’s why Blue Mountain makes sure that there’s plenty of activity for
all ages.
- 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.
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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.
Winter Hibernation, Rest &
Relaxation
A winter Resort getaway doesn’t have to mean days full of adventure and
activity, there’s plenty of opportunity to rest and recharge!
- 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!
- MOVIES – Take in a
matinee or evening flick at the Cineplex Galaxy Collingwood theatre.
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southern Georgian Bay.
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