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Studios, fall colours and comfort food

Sep 22, 2020 | Adventure, Where to Eat

It’s shaping up to be a fantastic year for fall colours in the Haliburton Highlands. One of our classic autumn road trips to is a driving tour of the artist’s studios that make up The Studio Tour. For 33 years this group of studio artists has been welcoming visitors...

4 Hikes for the Fall Season

Sep 15, 2020 | Adventure, Where to Stay

As the days become shorter and the chill in the evening air becomes more pronounced, it’s clear that summer has come to an end and fall is on its way. It will soon be time to trade in the hot weather and summer relaxation for cooler temperatures and fall fun. The...

Looking at the Stars – Part 3

Aug 7, 2020 | Adventure

Eyes on the skies — August August is here at last with its fine weather, fewer mosquitos, and longer nights. All of the constellations and objects from July are still visible, but there are a few exciting new things to see this month. Here are some astronomical...

Biking – 6 places to get the 6 benefits

Aug 7, 2020 | Adventure

6 health benefits of cycling If you’ve ever pedalled up a hill before, it probably wouldn’t surprise you to hear that cycling is great for working the lower body, but did you know the health benefits reach far beyond your quads and hamstrings? Benefits for your brain...

Silent Lake Provincial Park

Jul 31, 2020 | Adventure, Paddling Journey, Where to Stay

Everything You Need To Know Before Visiting Silent Lake Ontario has great hiking and mountain biking trails and one of the most scenic lakes in Ontario. There are no motors (gas or electric) allowed on Silent Lake, so it stays true to its peaceful name. There are two...

Guide to Geocaching

Jul 22, 2020 | Adventure, From a Distance

In Ontario, deep in the Haliburton Highlands a string of seven hamlets in the Municipality of Highlands East and at the South Gate of Algonquin Park is the Geocaching Capital of Canada. The communities of Irondale, Gooderham, Tory Hill, Wilberforce, Harcourt, Highland...