Archive for March, 2012

Property Spotlight #9105

Tuesday, March 27th, 2012

Located in the Mountain Springs Resort development, right next to both Blue Mountain Resorts and The Village, this is a beautiful one bedroom condo that  sleeps up to four people.

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Elvis Sighting in Collingwood

Friday, March 23rd, 2012

You can be sure to see Elvis the week of July 21-24…well maybe not him, but many look-a- likes at the worlds largest Elvis Festival. Check out the festivities at www.collingwoodelvisfestival.com and book soon.

Canadian Travellers Need to Do More to Protect Skin

Thursday, March 22nd, 2012

Whether it’s for a Spring Break escape or a summer holiday, sun-loving Canadian families with kids, parents and grandparents love to travel to warm, tropical destinations for fun-filled family vacations. Yet, while loving parents and grandparents often scurry behind their children with hats, sunscreen and bandages in tow, they may forget to protect their own skin by taking steps to detect and prevent skin cancer, including a potentially serious condition called actinic keratosis (AK). What Canadians need to know is that they need to do more, and that’s why the Canadian Skin Patient Alliance (CSPA) is reminding Canadians to practice proper sun safety this season.

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Hiking…What You Need for Fun, Short Excursions

Wednesday, March 21st, 2012

Shoes: Hiking boots or trail walking shoes.

Day Pack: Should be lightweight and water resistant.

  • Pockets with easy access for snacks, water bottles, camera, bug repellent and toilette paper.

Water Bottle: Make sure you are well hydrated.

Clothing: T-shirts and shorts

Food: Bring snacks, you don’t want to end up hungry – granola bars, or anything light and easy to carry will help to keep up your energy.

Horsing Around…

Tuesday, March 20th, 2012

Corny title…we know but aahhh, the beauty of the outdoors! Green, lush and peaceful…we really do have some of the most beautiful landscapes in Ontario. A perfect afternoon horseback riding on the trails in Metcalf Rock.

Property Spotlight 9804

Monday, March 19th, 2012

This beautiful fully renovated studio condo is located, within the Mountain Springs Resort development right next to both Blue Mountain Resorts and The Village. It will accommodate up to four guests. Relax with the gorgeous views of Blue Mountain. Click here for more details on this perfectly located condo.

Weekend Festivities: March 17-18

Friday, March 16th, 2012

Saturday March 17

  • Face Painting & Horse & Wagon Rides 1-4 p.m.
  • Movie – Spy Kids All The Time In The World- Westin Trillium House Guests 7PM
  • St. Patricks Firewors at the Mill Pond 9 p.m.

Sunday March 18

  • Face Painting & Horse & Wagon Rides 1-4 p.m.

Source: bluemountainvillage.ca

Mill Pond Skating Rink 10 a.m. -10 .pm. daily

Sunday Jazz and Blues Brunch

The Huron Club 11a.m -3 p.m., Collingwood

705 -293-6677. Click here for directions and more.

http://www.thehuronclub.ca/

The Village…A Beautiful Afternoon

Thursday, March 15th, 2012

A beautiful day at Blue Mountain Village….hanging out, taking it in.

Cycling Around South Georgian Bay

Wednesday, March 14th, 2012

There is fall, winter, spring, summer and…cycling season in South Georgian Bay! Amongst the beautiful landscape,  there are  hundreds of kilometres in bike paths and trails – easy rolling hills, single and double tracks through villages and hamlets. For more info check out visitsouthgeorgianbay.ca, for exciting cycle tours and a mobile app.

The Beautiful Outdoors…

Tuesday, March 13th, 2012

Spring and summer are just around the corner and we have some of the most beautiful locations in the province. Clearly, we aren’t the only ones  to enjoy lazy summer days … in Meaford. It’s time to start planning your own “family” staycation.