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Camp Fortune Ski and Aerial Experience |
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300, chemin Dunlop, Chelsea J9B 2N3 • 819-827-1717
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Just over the border in Quebec is Camp Fortune, an outdoor sports wonderland. In the winter there are three separate areas for skiing and snowboarding. There are a total of 23 runs with at least two for every skill level. Combination passes are available for Camp Fortune and nearby Mont Ste-Marie (both have the same owners). In the summer, you have two exciting choices: more than 20 miles of mountain biking trails, and the Aerial Experience, a thrilling treetop course of zip lines and suspended bridges. |
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Central Experimental Farm |
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Experimental Farm Dr off Prince of Wales Dr, Ottawa K1G 5A3 • 613-230-3276
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Home of the Canada Agriculture Museum, the Central Experimental Farm is located southwest of downtown. Families adore visiting the farm, whether it's to tour the exquisite gardens and greenhouses or visit the farm itself, which is home to all types of cows, pigs, sheep, goats and horses. The expanse along the Rideau Canal and overlooking Dows Lake is a favorite "stomping ground" of local walkers, joggers and cyclists. The nearby Agriculture Museum, housed in an early 20th century barn, contains a variety exhibits, including several pieces of old farm machinery. |
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Dows Lake |
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(Attractions & Activities - Outdoor Activities) |
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1001 Queen Elizabeth Driveway, Ottawa K1S 5K7 • 613-232-1001
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Located across from the Central Experimental Farm, this park offers a variety of activities year round, from ice-skating on the "world's longest ice skating rink" to paddle boating and biking. The pavilion at Dows Lake is the site of Ottawa's popular Tulip Festival, held each year in May. |
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Mackenzie King Estate |
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Rue Barnes Gatineau Park, Kingsmere J9B 1H7 • 819-827-2020 • 800-461-8020
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Located in scenic Gatineau Park, this estate was the home of former Prime Minister Mackenzie King. Canada's longest serving prime minister, King further ensured his legacy with this exceptional gift to the Canadian people. Take a romantic stroll through the lavish gardens and stop by the Moorside Tea Room for a light meal. Be sure to take advantage of the many activities offered in the summer! |
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Major's Hill Park |
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(Attractions & Activities - Outdoor Activities) |
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Mackenzie Ave at Murray St, Ottawa
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The setting for many of the city's best festivals during the warmer months, Major's Hill Park is located within easy walking distance of some of Ottawa's most popular attractions, including the Rideau Canal and Parliament Hill. A good recipe for relaxation? Pick up some light lunch – maybe even a cup of joe and pastry – and spend the early afternoon lazing at Major's Hill. |
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Mont Cascades |
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(Attractions & Activities - Outdoor Activities) |
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448 Mont-Cascades Rd, Cantley J8V3B2 • 819-827-2042 • 888-282-2722
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Located about 20 minutes from Ottawa, Mont Cascades is a year-round outdoor activities destination. When snow is on the ground, folks enjoy skiing and snowboarding on 19 trails of varying levels of difficulty. Once the snow melts, a fantastic waterpark opens, with several rides for big kids and a whole separate section for little ones. Great family outing, any time of year! |
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Mont Ste-Marie |
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RR #1, 76 chemin de la Montagne, Lac Ste-Marie J0X 1Z0 • 819-467-5200
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About an hour's drive from Ottawa is Mont Ste-Marie, with 20 trails of varying difficulties. Great for the whole family; youngsters under the age of 6 ski free! In the summer months, folks come here for the spectacular golf. Combination passes are available for Mont Ste-Marie and nearby Camp Fortune (both have the same owners). |
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Ottawa River Parkway |
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Ottawa
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Head west on Wellington Street, past the Parliament Hill area, and the road turns into the Ottawa River Parkway, a scenic drive that follows along the banks of the Ottawa. Be sure you take your camera with you, as there are several pull-off areas that offer dramatic views of the river and surrounding countryside. If you're a cycling enthusiast, the Parkway offers an ideal afternoon ride. |
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Parc de la Gatineau |
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Gatineau Pkwy, Chelsea J9B 1R5 • 819-827-2020 • 800-465-1867
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Conveniently located near Parliament Hill and several museums, this natural paradise is comprised of 89,200 acres of forested, lake-strewn land. Hikers frequently encounter a variety of the park's inhabitants, including deer, beavers and woodpeckers. |
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Pinto Valley Ranch |
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1969 Galetta Rd, Fitzroy Harbour K0A 1X0 • 613-623-3439
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For more than 50 years, this family-run operation has been offering horseback riding excursions for the public. Their horses are extremely well trained and appropriate for any skill level, and ponies are available for children to ride. The ranch also maintains a small petting zoo, with lop-eared rabbits and llamas and such. |
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