Summer 2016 - Travel Our Backyard
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Summer 2016 - Travel Our Backyard
FREE! Explore the Ottawa Valley with great ideas for every traveler Mileage Guide A chart showing mileage between towns Marinades & Rubs Ingredients, instructions and awesome flavours! Where to get your hunting and fishing licenses and how to handle a black bear encounter Travelour d r a y k c a B Theatre, ATV trails, farmers’ markets, festivals and events, artist tours, golf, shopping, eateries and more! Tourism Facebook Pages! Awesome Apps! Your Free Magazine For The Ottawa Valley & The Pontiac Choose Your Ottawa Valley ! e c n e i r e exp CONTENTS One of the neat things about visiting a place is having the opportunity to go to a restaurant or shop or event that has been recommended by a local person. It just makes the experience seem more authentic, as if you become part of the community somehow by being amongst the locals. That’s what this magazine is all about - authentic experiences recommended by the locals. The experience of traveling in the Ottawa Valley is really about the people you meet. It could be the physiotherapy student who works at the golf course for the summer. It could be the artist who has sold their work all over the world and runs a studio out of their home. It could also be tourism operators who came from the city, fell in love with the country and moved their life here. There is something about this place - it’s as if you are meant to be here. So “get your travel on” and start exploring this Ottawa Valley region. Bring this magazine to your cottage or keep it in your car and open it when you need an idea of what to do this weekend. Travel safely. Give yourself enough time to get places. And ask the locals for help with anything. Enjoy traveling our backyard! Jennifer & Kallie Travel Our Backyard Magazine Phone: 613-732-7774 | www.travelourbackyard.com travel@travelourbackyard.com | @travelbackyard www.facebook.com/travelourbackyard This guide was produced and designed by Jennifer Layman and Kallie Doering of Forward Thinking. No part of this publication may be reproduced without consent. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions that may occur. A true entrepreneurial venture, this guide was entirely produced through the support of the businesses and organizations appearing within these pages. TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE Things To Do This Year 8 - Summer and Fall Madawaska Valley Studio Tours 9 - Tour The Renfrew County Museums 10 - Discover Your Wild Side in Madawaska Valley 11 - Enjoy Classic Theatre Festival’s Expanded Shows 14 - Meet Sigrid Geddes: A Health Product Entrepreneur 15 - Pontiac Tour Artists Share Talent With The World 16 - Spend The Day Or Week at Logos Land 17 - It’s Time For The Almonte Celtfest 20 - Events Galore In Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards 21 - It’s A Must Visit To Freddie’s Trading Post 22 - Camp Your Heart Out In The Ottawa Valley 23 - Downtown Pembroke Fills The Streets In 2016 26 - Keep Calm And Get Your ATV On In Renfrew County 27 - Family Fishing Weekend...And It’s All Free! 28 - Hunting: Ottawa Valley Culture At It’s Best 29 - An Inside Look at Small Airport Tourism Special Guides Other Stuff 3 - Event Listings 6 - Fun Facts 12 - Golf Course Listings 31 - Tourism Social Media 32 - Farmers’ Markets 33 - Accommodations 34 - Restaurant & Eateries 35 - Unique Shopping 2 - Helpful Information 4 - Fishing Licenses 5 - Camping Tips 18 - Backyard Grilling 24 - Travel Contest! 25 - Black Bear Encounters 30 - Travel Apps 36 - Mileage Guide Motorcycle routes, tourism directory and more on our website at: www.travelourbackyard.com PAGE 1 Helpful Information LOCAL HOSPITALS EMERGENCY CALLS VISITOR CENTRES Arnprior www.arnpriorregionalhealth.ca Phone: 613-623-3166 Telehealth Ontario 1-866-797-0000 Arnprior Quality Inn 70 Madawaska Boulevard, Arnprior Quebec Info Sante Dial 811 throughout Quebec. Arnprior & District Museum 110 John Street North, Arnprior OHIP Information Line 1-800-664-8988 Barry’s Bay Railway Station 19503 Opeongo Line, Barry’s Bay Quebec Licenses www.mrn.gouv.qc.ca Phone: 1-866-248-6936 Ontario Provincial Police 1-888-310-1122 Calabogie Visitor’s Centre 2517 Lanark Road, Calabogie BOATING LICENSES Ontario Poison Centre 1-800-268-9017 Cobden Visitor’s Centre Highway 17, Cobden Quebec Poison Centre 1-800-463-5060 Eganville Visitor’s Centre 39 Bonnechere Street, Eganville Recalls and Advisories www.consumerinformation.ca Freddie’s Trading Post 33861 Highway 17, Deep River Renfrew County District Health Unit Phone: 613-735-8666 Killaloe Visitor’s Centre Queen Street, Killaloe Barry’s Bay St. Francis Memorial Hospital ww.sfmhosp.org Phone: 613-756-3044 Deep River Deep River & District Hospital www.drdh.org Phone: 613-584-3333 Renfrew Renfrew Victoria Hospital www.renfrehosp.caom Phone: 613-432-4851 Pembroke Pembroke Regional Hospital www.pemreghos.org Phone: 613-732-2811 Shawville Pontiac Hospital www.santepontiac.qc.ca Phone: 819-647-2211 WEATHER Environment Canada www.weatheroffice.gc.ca The Weather Network www.theweathernetwork.com AIRPORT INFORMATION Pembroke & Area Airport Phone: 613-687-5300 After Hours: 613-732-3525 info@flycyta.ca Unicom: 122.8 mhz Coordinates N45 51 52 W77 15 06 Pembroke & Area Airport 176 Len Hopkins Drive, Pembroke Petawawa Visitor’s Centre 16 Civic Centre Road, Petawawa HUNTING & FISHING LICENSES Ontario Outdoors Card www.mnr.gov.on.ca Phone: 1-800-387-7011 All Canadians are now required by federal law to carry a boating license when operating a powered watercraft. This law applies to every age group. You can take the boating exam at: www.boaterexam.com REPORTING A BEAR PROBLEM Emergency Encounters Call 9-1-1 Non-Emergency Encounters Bear Wise Reporting (April 1 - November 30) 1-866-514-2327 Renfrew Visitor’s Centre 161 Raglan Street, Renfrew Travel Our Backyard (Website) Phone: 613-732-7774 www.travelourbackyard.com Summer is a great time in the Ottawa Valley with many wonderful spots to visit and lots of recreational activities happening. Welcome! Feel free to call or drop into my office if I can be of assistance. I hope you enjoy your visit to our beautiful Ottawa Valley. JOHN YAKABUSKI, MPP Renfrew - Nippissing - Pembroke 84 Isabella Street, Unit 6, Pembroke, Ontario K8A 5S5 Phone: 613-735-6627 | Fax: 613-735-6692 | john.yakabuskico@pc.ola.org PAGE 2 TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE EVENTS May 28, 2016 Bring your kids to enjoy activities at the Champlain Trail Museum in Pembroke for Kids Super Fun Day. 11:00am-4:00pm. There will be a Mason's Child Identification Clinic, a paramedic drone display, the 42nd Field Regiment kids combat course, hot dogs and refreshments by Giant Tiger, Ottawa River Power bucket rides for kids and more! Phone: 613-735-0517 www.champlaintrailmuseum.com June 25, 2016 Riverfest at Red Pine Bay, Braeside features a classic car and antique boat show and boat swap, canoeing and paddling activities, kids amusements, fine food and beverages, silent auction, displays, interactive games and musical entertainment featuring favourite tunes from the 60s through till present. Admission is free. Vending opportunities available. Phone: 613-623-5756 ext.226 www.mcnabbraeside.com June 26, 2016 Enjoy cake, ice cream and locally grown strawberries on the grounds of the Champlain Trail Museum in Pembroke for their annual Strawberry Social. 11:30am to 3:00pm. There will be a display of classic cars from the Pembroke Antique Car Club and local entertainers plus heritage demonstrations. The longest running Strawberry Social in this area! Phone: 613-735-0517 www.champlaintrailmuseum.com TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE June 26, 2016 The Scottish Festival occurs from Noon to 5:00pm at Waba Cottage Museum and Gardens in White Lake. Pipe bands, highland dancing, music, craft and food vendors and children's activities are all scheduled. Waba Cottage Museum has 11 gardens and five museum buildings on a lakeside setting. Phone: 613-623-5756 ext.226 www.mcnabbraeside.com July 8-10, 2016 Almonte Celtfest celebrates their 20th Anniversary! Headliners include Le Vent du Nord, Còig, and Vishtèn, plus local and regional music and dance, workshops, a parade, Little Celtz Zone, senior's tent, beer gardens, food and artisan vendors, Celtic sporting events in Gemmill Park, Almonte. almonteceltfest@hotmail.com www.almonteceltfest.com July 8-10, 2016 A weekend of family fun! Bancroft's 5th Annual Wheels, Water & Wings event. Concerts for all ages, a midway, Friday night Classic Car Show, Saturday night Hot Rod/Rat Rod Show and Sunday afternoon Motorcycle Show. Paddle challenges, skateboarding, soap box derby, 55th Annual Fly-In Breakfast and lots of other activities. www.beautifulbancroft.ca NOTE: PHOTO CREDIT ON THIS PAGE TO: JIM AUSTIN July 14, 2016 Victorian Tea Guests will enjoy tea and homemade sandwiches, scones and desserts in an authentic heritage setting at the Champlain Trail Museum in Pembroke. 11:30am to 1:30pm. Entertainment provided by the Zephyr wind ensemble. Please contact the Museum to reserve your group for a tea time! Phone: 613-735-0517 www.champlaintrailmuseum.com July 21-24, 2016 Palmer Rapids Twin Music Festival On the banks of the Madawaska River. Two complete festivals for the price of one. The best of country and bluegrass. Featuring Doc Walker , Cold Creek County, Russell deCarle, and Edgar Loudermilk and more. The Festival was inducted into the Ottawa Valley Country Music Hall of Fame in 2015. Tickets available on our website. Phone: 613-758-2747 www.palmerrapids.ca July 31, 2016 The 20th Annual Midsummer Herbfest is relocating to the Waba Cottage Museum site in White Lake. Celebrate healthy living with vendors, professional cooking demonstrations, sampling, live music shows, amazing food and beverages, demonstrations and a health and wellness practitioners, garden and facility tours, authors, storytelling, dancers, wine and beer tasting and more. Phone: 613-623-5756 ext.226 www.mcnabbraeside.com August 13, 2016 Beers and Bites at the Museum 11:00am to 9:00pm. Enjoy craft beer and food from area food trucks while listening to local bands on the grounds of the Champlain Trail Museum and Pioneer Village. Champlain Trail Museum, 1032 Pembroke Street East in Pembroke. Phone: 613-735-0517 www.champlaintrailmuseum.com August 21, 2016 Colby's Crusade Family Golf Day at the Pembroke Golf Club. 2:00pm shotgun start. A great day for parents and kids to get together for golf and some great food, all in support of a great cause. For information, contact Gloria Audette (Colby’s mom). pgcaudette@sympatico.ca November 19, 2016 For the third year in a row, come join hundreds of guests at the Pontiac Conference Centre in Fort Coulonge for the Pontiac Music Festival. We will be highlighting music from the Pontiac, along with one big headliner. Tickets are $20.00 each. Phone: 819-683-5635 January 27, 2017 A Night of Memories. Come for a truly amazing experience as part of A Night of Memories. Be served a traditional lumberjack dinner and be entertained by well-known local artists, featuring the music of the lumber days and the history of the Pontiac. Tickets are $25.00. Phone: 819-683-5635 PAGE 3 Where to find your Fishing & Hunting Licenses Service Ontario Locations Arnprior (100 Madawaska Boulevard) Phone: 613-623-7025 Mon-Wed, Fri. - 9:00am to 5:00pm Thurs - 9:00am to 6:00pm Bancroft (50 Monck Street) Phone: 1-800-267-8097 Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 5:00pm Deep River (23 Champlain Street) Phone: 613-584-2923 Mon-Wed, Fri. - 9:30am to 5:30pm Thurs - 9:30am to 7:00pm Sat - 9:00am to 12:00pm Eganville (217 John Street) Phone: 613-628-2926 Mon-Fri- 8:00am to 5:00pm Sat - 9:00am to 1:00pm Killaloe (4 Lake Street) Phone: 613-757-1301 Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 5:00pm Sat - 8:30am to 1:00pm Mattawa (401 Pine Street) Phone: 705-744-0222 Mon-Fri - 9:00am to 4:00pm Pembroke (400 Pembroke Street E) Phone: 1-800-267-8097 Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 5:00pm A licence to fish in Ontario consists of an Outdoors Card plus a fishing licence tag. An Outdoors Card is not required for a one-day fishing licence. Anyone wanting to fish in Ontario needs an Outdoors Card to fish in Ontario if they are between the ages of 18 and 65. The sportfishing or conservation licence tag is printed on, or accompanied by, the plastic Outdoors Card. Your Outdoors Card is good for Ontario Outdoors Card Issuers Arnprior Al's Corner Store 4812 Highway 17 West Deep River Deep River Outfitters 33373 Highway 17 West Canadian Tire 245 Daniel Street South Kanukawa (seasonal) 1696 Moores Road Bancroft Canadian Tire 341 Hastings Street North Eganville Opeongo Mountain Resort 949 Lake Clear Road Chesher's Outdoor Store 27440 Highway 62 South Village Discount/Variety 192 Queen Street Makin' Waves Marina 29720 Highway 62 North Barry's Bay Madawaska Outdoors 19551 Opeongo Line White Cedars Tourist Park (seasonal) 276 White Cedars Road Forester's Falls Anne's Gas Bar & Variety 2008 Forester's Falls Rd Petawawa (41 Festubert Boulevard) Phone: 1-800-267-8097 Tues., Thurs., Fri. - 9:30am to 5:00pm Calabogie Black Donald Tent & Trailer Park 628 Black Donald Road Griffith Griffith General Store 25832 Highway 41 Renfrew (316 Plaunt Street South) Phone: 1-800-267-8097 Mon-Fri - 9:30am to 5:00pm Chalk River Raby's Ultramar 31194 Highway 17 The Eagle’s Rest (seasonal) 5373 Centennial Lake Cobden A.A. Schauer & Sons 98 Main Street Killaloe Killaloe Hardware 4 Lake Street Deep River Canadian Tire 33277 Highway 17 West Madawaska All Star Resort Major Lake Road PAGE 4 three calendar years. You can also get more information on the Outdoors Card by calling 1-800387-7011 from Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm. All the issuers on this page are able to provide fishing licence tags, small game licence tags, big game licence tags (deer, moose and bear) and Outdoors Card renewal services. In addition, all ServiceOntario centres on this page can provide new hunters with their first hunting version Outdoors Card. Madawaska Riverland Tent & Trailer Park 25141 Highway 60 Mattawa Mattawa Variety 311 Mcconnell Street Pembroke Allan's Bait & Tackle 360 Christie Street Canadian Tire 1104 Pembroke St. E. Moncion Metro 425 Pembroke Street Petawawa Criger's Grocery 2 Mohns Avenue Renfrew Canadian Tire 1050 O'Brien Road Gourley's Variety 1564 Highway 132 Round Lake Round Lake Variety 3740 Round Lake Road Stonecliffe Pine Valley Resort 1262 Pine Valley Road Westmeath Kenny’s Store 2164 Westmeath Road Lacroix Store 96 Lacroix Bay Road White Lake Bayview Lodge (seasonal) 467 Bayview Cedar Cove Resort 100 Cedar Cove Road Fishing Moose Lodge Highway 17 Wilno Wilno Esso & Variety 17843 Highway 60 Scott & Sons Hardware 150 Raglan Street South Walmart Store 980 O’Brien Road TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE Camping Tips & Tricks REPAIR TRICKS COOKING TIPS A CLEAN TENT Duct tape can fix a lot of things such as a tent pole, a hole in your tent, or a hole in the canoe. A sewing kit can be used for rips in sleeping bags. Don't sew a tent hole because a stitch creates a water entry point. Think about cooking one-pot meals to reduce dishes and save on camp fuel. Instead of boxes of bulk foods, open packages and pack in bags or reusable containers. Freeze food ahead so it can store in a cooler. To keep a clean tent, bring a small beach mat for shoes so they can be left outside. A small broom and pan makes for an easy clean-up job. Always keep the tent zipped closed to keep the bugs out. SET UP TIPS WILDLIFE PACKING TIPS Choose a flat area away from trees and the fire pit. Consider the other camping equipment you are setting up. Leave space for tent lines. Look up and avoid being underneath trees with dead branches that could fall. Keep dishes clean. Ensure the cooler and dry food is closed and sealed. Get rid of garbage daily. Keep food out of your tent, including pet food. Don’t leave food for wildlife. Consider storing food in the car at night. Never put your tent away wet or it will grow mould. Clean stove with soap and warm water and let dry. Drain coolers, wash with warm water and let dry. Store camping gear in bins so you’re ready to go next time. Make sure children know the campsite name and number. Have a phone number for the campground so you know who to call. Bring a first aid kit. Make sure to drink lots of water to stay hydrated. Bring sunscreen and apply it regularly. “Leaves of three, let them be” is a good rule of thumb to avoid poison ivy. INFORMATION SOURCE: ONTARIO PARKS LEARN TO CAMP | WWW.ONTARIOPARKS.COM TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE PAGE 5 Local Travel Facts Joseph Illupalik Palluq is an Inuk carver/sculptor, from Igloolik, Nunavut. He uses serpentine, marble, walrus tusk and teeth and whalebone in his carvings. He lives in Eganville. 17-year-old Prince Andrew visited Mount Madawaska ski hillin 1977. The Prince was participating in the Madawaska Valley Ski Meet as a member of the Lakefield College team. Renfrew County has more than 400kms of ATV trails. The Renfrew Golf Club logo is an old stone house, owned by the Peever family. They sold the property to be developed as a golf course in 1929. Visual artist Linda Sorensen has her work represented in private collections across Canada, the United States, Innuvik, New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, Japan and Germany. She has lived in the Ottawa Valley for 40 years since immigrating from England. The Canadian Clock Museum was founded on a collection of more than 600 clocks, watches and related horological documents provided by Deep River resident, Allan Symons. Symons became the museums first manager and curator, in 2000 and remains in that role today. 2016 marks the 158th year of the Almonte Agricultural Fair, one of the oldest in the Ottawa Valley. At age 76, former Prime Minister John Diefenbaker visited Camp Minwassin at Mink Lake in 1974. PAGE 6 The temperature of Bonnechere Caves underground is always 10 degrees Celsius. The Renfrew County Museums Network website has links to SEVEN "virtual exhibits." Since the Pontiac Studio Tour got its start in 1990, a total of 58 artists have participated. Catherine Doherty is the founder of Madonna House in Combermere. Doherty lived through two World Wars, the Russian Revolution, the Great Depression, the U.S. Civil Rights movement and the Second Vatican Council. She was born into aristocratic wealth, became a poor refugee and then rebuilt her wealth, only to give it away and live amongst the poor. Her cause for canonization as a saint is currently under consideration by the Catholic church. TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE 34 murals are part of the Pembroke Heritage Murals. There is also a free audio mural tour available for download on Google. Carol Grant is a ceramic artist. She studied at the International Ceramic Research Centre in Denmark and in China. She lives in Deep River. The Champlain Trail Museum and the Pembroke & Area Airport will celebrate 60th anniversaries in 2018. There are over 40,000 kms of snowmobile trails in Ontario. The Petawawa Golf Course opened in 1963 as a nine-hole course with the design and construction completed entirely by the military! The course became 18 holes in 1990 when Graham Cook was hired to redesign the existing nine and expand the course to 18 holes. The Township of McNab Braeside is about 100 square miles. MPP John Yakabuski grew up in a family of 15 children. His father, Paul, was a 24-year MPP for the riding of Renfrew South. Frontier Trails Camp has over 3,500 feet of shoreline on the Bonnechere River. The Camp has been running since 1976. Ron Tremback and Patti Robertson, owners of Solar Woodcuts in Killaloe, have exhibited at over 420 juried arts and crafts shows. TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE Spruceholme Inn is owned by Jane Toller (Pitfield), the great grand-daughter of a renowned lumber baron, George Bryson Jr., who was also the original owner of the property. Classic Theatre Festival is the Ottawa Valley's only professional theatre company. The Palmer Rapids Twin Music Festival was inducted into the Ottawa Valley Hall of Fame in 2015. The Shawville Village Inn opened in 1968. Rooms were $8.50/night. Mount Madawska opened in Barry’s Bay in February 1971. Yvette Boudreau-Smith and Mark Smith are the owners of Pinewood Inn in Barry's Bay. Originally from Burlington, they were guests of the Inn before making an offer to purchase. They became owners in 2010. Michel Leclair is an expert on beavers. His expertise is highlighted in a movie, "The Beaver Whisperer," available on CBC. Leclair owns a 500-acre property called Eco-Odyssee, which includes a water maze. Captain Darrell Steele, a former Royal Canadian Air Force pilot, retired from the military in 2015, performing his last flight at the Pembroke & Area Airport. The scariest moment in his career was during September 11, 2001 when under NORAD orders, he was the only aircraft flying in all of Western Canada. PAGE 7 It’s Been 25 Years! Madawaska Valley Studio Tour 2016 marks the 25th anniversary of the Madawaska Valley Studio Tour. This year, 26 artists and 14 studios are taking part between the Summer and Autumn events. The Madawaska Valley Studio Tour is a free, self-directed tour into the studios of local artists who have been selected through a jury process that ensures quality and variety for the visitor. The Tour offers a chance to meet with the artists and artisans to learn more about the creation of each personal and handmade product. You will see demonstrations and discover treasures in fine art painting in oil, acrylic and watercolour, weaving, fibre and glass art, sculpture, pottery and porcelain, jewellery, forged knives, forged art, leather goods, hooked rugs, handmade soap and skin care, and woodturning. Each Studio is numbered on the map to make it easy to find your favourite artists and artisans. Maps are available at Tourist Information Centres and various businesses in the region, and also from our the Tour website. For both Tours you can start anywhere and just follow the map, watching for the red maple leaf signs along the road. Studio hours are from 10:00am to 5:00pm each day of the Tour. The Studio Tour is the 2015 winner of a Special Event Award with the Ottawa Valley Tourist Association. This is a favourite event with locals and visitors. For additional information, biographies and photos of the artists and their work, please visit visit our website. You will also find helpful information about Stone Fence See two centuries of Canadian clocks ticking at T H E A T R E The Canadian Clock Museum Stag and Doe A comedy by Mark Crawford. A laugh-filled look at a distinctly rural Canadian prenuptial tradition and shines a light on love, marriage, and the anxiety of weddings. July-September | 6pm Supper| 7pm Show Eganville Community Centre in Deep River Kitchen Party/Party de Cuisine A concert of traditional French Canadian music. August 4th at 7:00pm Eganville Community Centre High Times at the Heart Institute Aging Boomers come to terms with mortality and come to appreciate Canada's health system in this musical comedy. Shows in October and November Multiple Locations OPEN YEAR ROUND and DAILY June to August Check our hours at www.canclockmuseum.ca or call us at 613-584-9687 just 30 seconds off Hwy 17 Follow the Ontario tourism signs to 60 James Street, Deep River Schedule & Tickets www.stonefence.ca 613 628-6600 TOLL-FREE: 1-866-310-1004 PAGE 8 where to stay and dine, local services, nearby communities and recreational opportunities. For additional information, phone Tour coordinator, Laurie Stephenson at 613-754-2955. ----For More Information: Madawaska Valley Studio Tour Summer Tour: July 23-24 Fall Tour: October 1-2 10:00am-5:00pm Phone: 613-754-2955 www.madawaskastudiotour.com Enjoy a Guided Tour at CANADA’S ONLY CLOCK MUSEUM Almonte Truck & Tractor Pull Saturday, May 28, 2016 4H BBQ - Beer gardens ----2nd Annual Touch a Truck & Vendor Market Sunday, June 12, 2016 | 10am-2pm ----158th Almonte Fair July 15-17, 2016 Livestock, midway, children's entertainment, demo derby home craft exhibits and more! ----Car Bingo Every Wednesday in August Canteen - Homemade pies ----Flea Market Every Sunday from May to October For more information visit www.almontefair.ca Phone: 613-256-1819 TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE Real Life Experiences in the Ottawa Valley This summer, you and your family can experience rich, cultural heritage as you explore the Ottawa Valley. Pick up a Renfrew County Museums Network Summer Passport and win as you learn. Passports are available at any of our 27 heritage sites, or you can download the Passport from our website or Facebook page. Not only can you turn learning into an adventure, with a visit to three or more heritage sites this summer you are automatically entered into a draw for prizes! It's easy to include several museums during a day trip from any starting point in the County. The broad diversity of Renfrew County's Museums offers something for every interest, from our First Nations history through the early European County settlers to more modern times. Many artifacts date back to the 1800s and early 1900s. All summer long the museums host events you can participate in. You can taste history in real life with a GeoHeritage Walk in Eganville, enjoy pioneer days at Champlain Trail Museum in Pembroke, or visit the Hoch Farmhouse Museum in Killaloe. A guided Heritage Walk awaits you in Barry's Bay. Try traditional Kashubian embroidery in Wilno or enjoy Heritage Days at Madonna House in Combermere. Maybe you're a hockey fan interested in the Birthplace of the NHL? If so, head to Renfrew. Learn the Scottish laird story at Waba Cottage in White Lake or take in an event at Petawawa Heritage Village. Whatever your interests, Renfrew County Museums have something for you. Each museum's collection reflects a passion for some aspect of our heritage, domestic life, exploration and technology. Whether you travel by car, motorcycle or bicycle for a local trip, or if you are researching information about ancestors, our museums and heritage partners will add a new dimension to your experience. The Renfrew County Museums Network brochure is a “must have” item for any trip. You can pick one up at any museum location or the Renfrew County Visitor Information Centres. Many of the museums are seasonal so you can easily check open hours in advance on the RCMN web site. The volunteers and staff at Renfrew County's many museums look forward to sharing a heritage experience with you this summer! ----For More Information: The Renfrew County Museums Network Facebook: Renfrew County Museums Network www.renfrewcountymuseums.org Bonnechere Caves a natural underground wonder Guided tours leave every 20 minutes. Bring your flash for photos in the caves. An Attractions Canada provincial gold medal winner for Top Natural Outdoor Site. Come see us for yourself! Flat-heeled shoes are recommended. Tours are 45-60 minutes. The caves are cool, even in summer. PEMBROKE FARMERS MARKET 1890-1940. Shauna Torgerson, 2015. Book us for birthdays, group outings, and family gatherings. Ask us about fossil hunts and how you can become a spelunker (it’s not that hard!) bonnecherecaves.com | Phone: 613-628- CAVE TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE 34 large scale paintings AUDIO MURAL TOUR Free download: Google Pembroke Heritage Murals SOUVENIRS AT PURVIS GALLERY & FRAMING, DOWNTOWN PEMBROKE PAGE 9 Treat Your Wild Side To The Madawaska Valley Summer in the Madawaska Valley is a delight for kids of all ages. Whether it's a refreshing dip in one of the many lakes or a vigorous uphill hike to a favourite lookout, your wild side will experience a real treat. Rock hounds love this area for its rich geological formations. Learn more at Madawaska Valley Rocks an exhibition featuring samples and the Valley's mining history at the Barry's Bay Railway Station, running June 17th-24th. Culture and wilderness adventure meet in the Madawaska Valley. Sample its rich cultural heritage at annual festivals like the Madawaska Valley Artisan Festival on July 9th. Art lovers following the Madawaska Valley Studio Tour (July 23-24 and October 1-2) can visit over two dozen artists' studios. The gallery in the Barry's Bay Railway Station features exhibitions, demos and courses for all ages. PAGE 10 Food lovers can stock up on the best of Ottawa Valley produce at Taste of the Valley on August 19th. In the Fall, vote for your favourite woodpile at the Barry's Bay Railway Station during the award-winning “There Is Art In Your Woodpile,” a creative wood stacking competition. Visitor information is available at the Station or at Combermere Farmers Market, 8am-11am on Saturdays in July and August. Hikes to Madawaska Valley lookouts are family traditions and the Thomas P. Murray network of recreational trails is a favourite area. This August be sure to listen out for occasional live music events at trailheads. As usual you can groove to live music at venues in Wilno, Combermere or Barry's Bay - even paddle or boat right to the door to enjoy great music and food on summer evenings! Our waterways and shorelines provide the perfect venue for this summer's social media photo contest featuring your shoreline art. Explore the Valley's colourful past following more gentle trails. Teens with smartphones can lead your family on a self-guided heritage tour of Barry's Bay, Combermere and Rockingham. The region's colourful past is celebrated by special Heritage Walk Plaques each bearing a QR code. Just scan with a smartphone to instantly open www.heritagewalk.ca for details. If you prefer, pre-book a guided Heritage Walk in either Combermere or Barry's Bay. Remember to visit Wilno's Kashub Heritage Centre to enjoy weekend programming and Madonna House in Combermere hosts its annual Heritage Day in late summer. Culture? Wilderness Adventure? You bet! Treat your wild side to the Madawaska Valley this summer. ----For More Information: Township of Madawaska Valley Phone: 613-756-5885 www.madawaskavalley.ca www.heritagewalk.ca www.southof60.com TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE Classic Theatre Festival Expands in 2016 The Classic Theatre Festival, the only professional company in the Ottawa Valley, produces enjoyable, accessible hits from the golden age of Broadway and the London Stage with some of Canada's top theatrical talent. In its seventh season, the Festival is expanding with three main-stage shows running eight times a week from June 24 to September 11. The 110-seat theatre is an intimate, wheelchair accessible space with air conditioning and free parking. The season opens with Neil Simon's “I Ought to Be in Pictures” (June 24-July 17). It is a heartfelt comedy about a father and daughter rebuilding their relationship after years of disconnection. “A mature, touching, memorable play that brings great joy to the season” (Clive Barnes, New York Post). The next play is “Arms and the Man” (July 22-August 14). This is George Bernard Shaw's delightfully witty comedy satirizing the futility of war. George Orwell called it “the wittiest play” Shaw ever wrote. It is directed by Laurel Smith, who ran critically-acclaimed “Shaw in the City” shows in Toronto and had a stint at the Shaw Festival. The season closes with “An Inspector Calls” (August 19September 11). This is J.B. Priestley's nailbiter of a mystery in which a body has been found and everyone is suspect. A true classic of mid-20th-century English theatre, its numerous adaptations and revivals include a 2016 BBC-TV film. All shows run Wednesday to Sunday at 2:00pm with 8:00pm shows also on Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. Walking Tour Returns In addition, the Festival's popular theatrical historic walking tours return with brand new stories. “Perth through the Ages” (June 22-August 28) on Wednesday to Sunday at 11:00am. This is an hour-long “play that moves” and focuses on Indigenous-settler relations at the time of the founding of the Perth Military Settlement on Algonquin territory. Also returning is “The Lonely Ghosts Walk” (July 1-August 26). This is a Friday night stroll with a spirited story focusing on the production of whiskey in Perth and the work of women's groups to counteract the negative effects alcohol consumption had on the community's early years. ----For More Information: Classic Theatre Festival 54 Beckwith Street East, Perth Tickets: 1-877-283-1283 www.classictheatre.ca Eastern Ontario A lifestyle you can work with! www.EasternOntarioJobs.com Find the job that supports a great quality of life right here. work@easternontariojobs.com Phone: 613-732-7774 TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE PAGE 11 Golf Course Guide 2016 Pembroke Golf Club 253 Golf Course Road, Pembroke | Phone: 613-732-1665 golf@pembrokegolfclub.ca | www.pembrokegolfclub.ca Pembroke's 18 hole championship course. Great layout and wellconditioned. Ask for our Hospitality Card! Driving range, practice green, full pro shop and CPGA professionals. Clubhouse has full restaurant. Specials include: Wednesdays $20; Twilight after 2pm $25. Great junior rates. 9-hole rates available. Easily accessible golf course. Subscribe to our newsletter. Roanoke Golf Course 610 Biesenthal Road, Petawawa | Phone: 613-735-4444 roanokepetawawa@gmail.com | www.roanokegolf.ca 18 hole course where you don't need a tee time. Power cart rentals, practice putting green, clubhouse with quick serve menu, on-course beverage cart. Frequent Player Card and 10-Pak Pass. Greenfees (every day): 18 holes ($28), 9 holes ($18), Senior Tuesday 18 holes ($18)/9 holes ($12), Junior 18 holes ($18)/9 holes ($9), Children under 8 ($5) with adult golfer. Whitetail Golf Club 7113 Highway 60, Eganville | Phone: 613-628-3774 | Phone: 800-280-2179 www.whitetailgolfclub.ca Award-winning 18-hole golf club. Range, practice area, clubhouse and restaurant, golf carts, pro shop and more. Mondays $40 with cart or $53 all day. Tuesday Seniors $40 with cart. League nights open to the public (Ladies Wed., Men Thurs., Mixed Fri.) Game packs available. “Stay and Play” packages from $22/round with cart. Renfrew Golf Club 1108 Golf Course Road, Renfrew | Phone: 613-432-2485 www.renfrewgolf.com Home of “Kids Golf Fore Free All Day, Every Day!” Renfrew Golf Club offers eighteen of the most beautifully scenic, challenging and well-conditioned holes of golf you will find anywhere. RGC was voted #1 Public Golf Course under $45 by Readers of Flagstick Magazine and voted “Best Value for Money” by Golf Digest. Island Brae Golf Club Route 148 West, Morrison's Island | Phone: 613-732-9022 golf@islandbraegolf.com | www.islandbraegolf.com Easy to walk par-33 golf course. Ask about the Hospitality Card! Nine holes with different back nine tee decks along the Ottawa River. Always in excellent condition. Excellent practice facility includes range, two putting greens and bunker. Easy tee access. Specials for juniors. Clubhouse, power cart and club rentals available. Mattawa Golf & Ski Resort 2314 Highway 17, Mattawa | Phone: 705-744-5818 mike@golfmattawa.com | www.golfmattawa.com An easy drive to an easy day on the links at Mattawa Golf & Ski Resort. Preseason rates: 18 holes ($30), 9 holes ($20). Regular season rates: 18 holes ($32), 9 holes ($22) Mondays & Wednesdays 18 holes ($25). Kids under 15 play free with paying adult after 3:00pm on Sunday and Wednesday. Carts and club rentals. atmosphere. Friendly service awaits you in Mattawa. Phone: 613-687-8294 www.petawawagolfclub.com Enjoy 18 holes along the incredible Ottawa River, a true test for any golfer. Relax in our fully licensed Moe Norman Lounge, or on the outdoor patio and talk about the Putts that should have gone in. Enjoy the breathtaking views on Canada’s largest military base. Established in 1963. An all-ranks service club. A fully public facility. An Incredible Property. A Rich History. Green Fee Rates: 18 holes ($35) 9 holes ($22) Twilight (2pm) $26 | Twilight (5pm) $17 Monday is Seniors Day. 18 holes with cart $37. 9 holes with cart $22. PAGE 12 2015 FAVOURITE GOLF COURSE Event Bookings: Bring your event to Petawawa Golf Club. Booking for golf tournaments and social events in our fantastic River View hall. TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE Thinking About Trying Golf? Try These Tips First! Each summer, many people think about taking up the game of golf. As someone who teaches golf, I have noticed that there are some common questions and misconceptions about the game that, once clear Clubs Matter New golfers often use old or used clubs to try the game before they invest in a newer set. Clubs have a big role to play in your enjoyment of the game. The easier the ball is to hit, the happier you will be, so if you’re using old, heavy clubs, your experience may not be as good as if your clubs were more modern. Manufacturers always look for ways to make clubs easier to hit, so for new golfers, this is really important. Give yourself the best chance at trying golf with clubs that are more modern. Taking Lessons Lessons give you the most important tool you can have as a new golfer: how to hit the ball the best you can. No two people play golf the same way, so one of the best things you can do at the start of golfing is to find out what your way is in playing golf. It doesn’t matter if you have ever played a sport before in your life - you can still golf. And the same can be said the other way: you may be a multi-sport athlete but struggle with golf. It’s an individual game, and knowing the things you can do to be better from the beginning will help you a lot in the long run. Find a golf pro you like and take some lessons. ENJOY A DAY OF GOLF AT PEMBROKE OR ISLAND BRAE 9-HOLES ALONG THE RIVER WALK OR RIDE OR BOTH! EXCELLENT PRACTICE AREA EASY TEE ACCESS FUN, CASUAL DAY OF GOLF 18-HOLES ALONG THE RIVER WALK OR RIDE OR BOTH! FOUR TEE DECKS OF PLAY LICENSED RESTAURANT FUN, SOCIAL ATMOSPHERE Island Brae Golf Club Phone: 613-732-9022 golf@islandbraegolf.com www.islandbraegolf.com Pembroke Golf Club Phone: 613-732-1665 golf@pembrokegolfclub.ca www.pembrokegolfclub.ca ASK ABOUT OUR HOSPITALITY CARD TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE The Mental Game Just because golf is slower than other sports doesn’t mean it’s easier. In fact, it is a really great mental test every time you play. Most of the golf you have likely seen has been on TV, and those are the best of the best. It’s like taking up tennis and expecting to play as well as Serena Williams right off the bat. Park the expectations of what you think you should play like, and just enjoy learning the game. The good stuff will come. Social Outings There is no rule of thumb of when to get involved in social golf events, but there is a huge misconception that you have to be a good player to play in league nights or tournaments. It is always helpful to learn a few things before you go into these events, but every golfer was once new to the game, so if you don’t know something, just ask. I always recommend that new golfers tell the group, “I’m new to golf so if there is something I should know, please tell me so I can learn it faster.” Golf is an awesome game that unites young and old, casual and competitive, rookies and veterans. It truly is a sport for life. ----For More Information: Jennifer Layman Golf Professional Phone: 613-732-7774 18 Hole Championship Course Memberships Available Lessons Available Long & Short Game Practice Areas You Deserve To Play Here Monday Madness $35 with cart for 18 Holes (Excludes Holidays) Tuesday: Seniors Day (55+) $17.70 to walk and $30.09 with cart for 18 Holes. Wednesday: Ladies Night Open to public. Thursday: Mens Night Open to public. Sunday Family Day Kids 16 years and younger play free after 2:00pm with a paid adult green fee. www.whitetailgolfclub.ca | Phone: 613-628-3774 www.facebook.com/whitetailgolf 7113 Highway 60 in Eganville PAGE 13 Sigrid Naturals Connects To Youth in Mexico Small is beautiful: micro business, youth entrepreneurship and the art of handmade skin care. Sigrid Naturals began in a small town in Wilno, Canada and now spreads skin care products, handmade with love, to a small town in San Pancho, Mexico. For 14 years, Sigrid Naturals has flourished as an eco-friendly and community-minded business with a unique focus on handmade, top quality skin care products, created with local wildcrafted plants. In mid-2015, Geddes felt it was time to enrich her life by reaching out a little further, and decided to volunteer her time and knowledge by helping create a micro-business with youth in Mexico. Geddes contacted a community education centre, Entre Amigos, located in San Pancho, Mexico, offering to come and share her successful business model of hand crafted skin care. She was happy to receive a positive resposne from the organization's Young Entrepreneurship Program. So the journey began. A 1985 cherry red Volkswagon camper-van, affectionately named Lady Bug, was purchased and an adventurous team was formed. The plan was to drive 4580 kilometres from Wilno to San Pancho. However, after many mishaps, Lady Bug broke down for the third time just before the Texas/Mexico border. In addition to the breakdown and the never ending slew of people saying, “you're crazy” and “be careful,” the team decided to abandon the dream of driving and flew from San Antonio, Texas to Puerta Vallarta, Mexico. The following six weeks were spent working alongside four female teenagers, teaching the process of creating the skin care products from start to finish. A strong emphasis was put on the importance of using local ingredients for economical and social enrichment, as well as ecological awareness. The cacao was purchased from a chocolate specialty shop just across the street from Entre Amigos, and the honey and propolis was delivered weekly by an elderly local man who carries a bucket of bee products on his back. The teens were also given the tools for branding and marketing their new line to give their microbusiness a proper launch. Together they created a name for their company, names for their products, beautiful labels and enticing descriptions. The business is called Natural Essence Skin Care, hand made with love in San Pancho, Mexico. All proceeds go to financing college or university tuition for youth who run the business. ----For More Information: Sigrid Geddes, Creator/ Founder Sigrid Natural Skin Care 30 Burchat Street, Wilno Phone: 613-756-7890 sigrid@sigridnaturals.com Wilno Craft Gallery www.frontiertrailscamp.com Visit us for authentic Algonquin crafts and art pieces, handmade by local artisans. Tour our museum to explore the history of the Algonquins of Pikwàkanagan. www.thealgonquinway.ca 1674 Mishomis Inamo, Pikwàkanagan Open daily 10am-4pm (June-Labour Day) PAGE 14 Carrying work from exclusively Canadian artists and artisans Kids Love Our Camps! Tradition, adventure, extreme adventure, horsemanship and Pre-school camps. For ages 4-6. Unique gifts for all occasions Book a Family Trail Ride with us. Friendly horses and trained staff. Come, visit and explore our shop in Wilno. Open daily from May 1st to Thanksgiving Day Camps: We welcome your child for a day or week-long stay. Phone: 613-756-3010 www.facebook.com/wilnocraftgallery Phone: 613-625-2416 frontiertrails@on.aibn.com Eganville, Ontario TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE Pontiac Arts Shares Talent With The World The Stone School Gallery The Stone School Gallery presents an exciting series of visual art and exhibitions in fine craft featuring artists from the Outaouais region as well as the Ottawa Valley. The gallery is a non-profit artist-run centre that is open weekends from May to October. It is located in picturesque Portage-du-Fort in Pontiac Country, Quebec. We are west of Ottawa/Gatineau and we are easily accessible from Ontario via Highway 17 at Storyland Road or Highway 148 in Quebec. Pontiac School of the Arts Established in 2004, the Pontiac School of the Arts strives to offer an exciting and diverse schedule of arts and crafts courses for beginners and more experienced artists. This year's program includes: needle felting, abstract sculpture with different mediums, printmaking, painting, handmade paper and bookbinding, and floor cloths. The School is open from May to October and in 2016, we are celebrating our 12th season. Please come learn and grow with Pontiac School of the Arts. Pontiac Artists’ Studio Tour The Pontiac Artists’ Studio Tour is celebrating 27 years of artistic excellence. We invite you to visit with 13 artists at their personal studios in West Quebec’s scenic Pontiac region. Studios are open June 11-12 and June 18-19, from 10:00am to 6:00pm. Artworks will feature oil, acrylic, mixed media, textile art, watercolour, fused glass, pottery, handmade paper, stained glass, printmaking, photography, cabinetmaking, painting on silk and book arts. Artworks are on exhibit and for sale. Admission to the Studio Tour is free of charge and you will see artists that exhibit throughout Canada. To learn more about the arts opportunities available in the Pontiac, feel free to contact us. ----For More Information: Pontiac Artists’ Association Phone: 819-647-2291 info@artpontiac.com www.artpontiac.com A Unique Water Maze To Explore! 10 Reasons To Visit Us This Summer! www.blueberryranch.ca www.eco-odyssee.ca Phone: 819-459-2551 www.Facebook.com/ecoodyssee 52, chemin les Sources, Wakefield, QC Use a paddle boat or canoe to navigate the aquatic maze, or try out the walking maze (or both!) This is a day-away for the family. Bring your own lunch (we sell water, juice and frozen treats). Visit our website or Facebook page to see what we’re all about! TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE U-Pick Blueberries Kid's Birthday Parties Gift Shop & Farm Bakery Ice cream & frozen blueberry yogurt Hugli's own gourmet blueberry products Special Events Play Park with farm animals Outdoor wedding venue Fresh Fudge: over 15 flavours! 2139 Greenwood Road, Pembroke | Ph: 613-638-1288 PAGE 15 Hey Parents: We Have Your Vacation Planned! One of the challenging things about spending more time together as a family is deciding what to do and where to go. There has to be enough activities to suit the whole family, and it needs to be a safe, secure environment. Logos Land has you covered. Logos Land provides an easy family outing for the day or as an overnight, multi-day staycation. Starting with accommodations, on-site options include villas, trailer rentals, cedar cabins and am RV Park and campground. Our flexible options allow a variety of family members to all be part of the fun with accommodations to suit individual preferences. And, overnight guests are entitled to discounted admission to the waterpark, zip line and golf course. Speaking of activities, Logos Land offers something for all ages. The Roaring Rivers Waterpark includes a giant waterslide, kiddie waterslides, splash pad, mini golf, paddle boats, private beach, water trampolines and hiking trails (from under one kilometre and up to 8 kilometres in length). Lifeguards are on duty. You can rent canoes, paddle boards and surf bikes as extras for water fun. Every General Admission pass (which is free with overnight accommodations) includes access to other places on the property. Hiking trails, playgrounds, picnic area, volleyball and basketball areas, the animal farm and a 60acre spring-fed lake and wading beach are all part of admission. Finally, there is our most recent addition to the property - zip lines! The circuit consists of 3,100 feet of lines over Astrolabe Lake. Zip line packages can be combined with Waterpark passes for a full day adventure. The Oaks of Cobden golf Summer Kids Days Champlain Trail Museum and Pioneer Village course is an adjoining property that is easily accessible from Logos Land. There are reduced golf rates for overnight guests. Of course, if you or some of your group wish to travel off-site, we are close to more golf, rafting, museums and shopping. We are a great home base for traveling the Ottawa Valley. Logos Land also has on-site food and beverage options as well as snacks and a gift shop. The goal of being on vacation is to relax and unwind, and sometimes planning activities for everyone can be stressful. At Logos Land, we help you get the most from your "time off" by providing plenty of options that suit everyone's vacation time. ----For More Information: Logos Land Resort 15906 Highway 17, Cobden Toll Free: 1-877-816-6605 info@logosland.com www.logosland.com COLBY’S CRUSADE FAMILY GOLF DAY Sunday, August 21st | Pembroke Golf Club Fun activity mornings for kids on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings from 9:00am to 12:00pm in July and August. Theme days include “Can you Dig It” Archaeology, Splash Bash, Behind the Scenes, Art Attack Day and Summer Knights to name a few. $15.00 per day. Please register your child in advance to reserve a spot in these exciting program 1032 Pembroke Street East, Pembroke Phone: 613-735-0517 pembrokemuseum@nrtco.net www.champlaintrailmuseum.com PAGE 16 Colby Audette has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (a disease that has no cure). Most of his medical expenses and quality of life needs are not covered through provincial health care plans. Colby’s parents work fulltime, but their income is not enough to meet the expenses for their son. To help raise funds, they are holding a family golf day! For information contact Gloria Audette pgcaudette@sympatico.ca Follow us and message us on Facebook: Colby's Crusade - CURE Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy 2:00pm start. No golf experience necessary! Golf, food and fun for everyone! TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE Almonte Celtfest: July 8-10, 2016 Almonte Celtfest is an annual celebration of the traditional Celtic music, song and dance of the Ottawa Valley, which includes influence for the Irish, Scottish, Polish and French settlers. This year from July 8 to 10 the natural amphitheatre of Gemmill Park in the heart of Almonte will be full of fiddles, flutes, accordions, bodhrans, step dancers, bagpipers, highland dancers, guitars, cloggers, whistles and even a hurly-gurly as Almonte Celtfest celebrates 20 years of entertainment. The three-day festival kicks off with music in the pubs and the Park from 5:00 to 9:00pm on Friday night. Saturday is a busy day with morning Celtic music workshops (pre-registration required), a Noon parade from the Almonte Fairgrounds to Gemmill Park, and a full day of activities (Noon-10:00pm) in the Park. On Sunday there is an 11:00am Fiddle Mass at Holy Name of Mary Church and then you can head to the Park from Noon to 6:00pm for more. Activities in the Park on Saturday and Sunday include a session tent for folks who like to bring and play their own instruments, a Little Celtz children's zone with games, face painting, Celtic crafts and a bouncy castle, a senior's tent with fairly accessible shaded comfort, a popular beer garden with craft beers and traditional pints, and lots of food and artisan vendors. In the playing fields of Jewelry Decor Moccasins & More Gemmill Park above the amphitheatre you can watch the fascinating Celtic sports of Hurling and Gaelic Football, or you can take the short walk to downtown Almonte to shop Mill Street and watch the buskers or performers on the second stage! There is so much to do and see you will want to come for the weekend. If you are lucky, you may even meet Liam, the giant Celtfest leprechaun! Headlining the festival this year are Le Vent du Nord (Quebec) on Friday night, Coig (Nova Scotia) on Saturday night, and Vishten (Prince Edward Island) on Sunday. Local favourites and well-known acts from up and down the Valley will keep you entertained from festival open to close. Gemmill Park is located behind the Almonte arena, and can be accessed at 182 Bridge Street. Come by car (free parking) or bike (bike racks available) and bring your lawn chairs or picnic blankets, water bottles (refill stations available on site) and sunscreen. Be prepared to clap, sing and dance along to the great entertainment. Please note that no pets or outside alcohol is allowed on site. ----For More Information: Almonte Celtfest Phone: 613-256-3576 Follow Us on Facebook Twitter: @AlmonteCeltfest www.almonteceltfest.com Antrim Truck Stop Exit 184 off Highway 417 Our gift store offers many authentic and unique gifts for everybody, including native crafts, moccasins, jewelry, clothing and much more. Dine in our newly renovated dining room or take your food with you. Full convenience store and full serve gas (we have expanded in 2016!) “Best Cuisine on the 417” Visit the God and Country Gift Shop and the Just Right Gift Shop www.antrimtruckstop.com We are located 1 km from Highway 60 on Pikwakanagan First Nation: as soon as you cross the bridge! We are open year round, seven days a week for your convenience! 153 Kokomis Inamo, Pikwakanagan, ON K0J 1X0 Phone: 613-625-1196 | kokomishgifts@gmail.com TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE Phone: 613-623-3003 | 580 White Lake Road, Arnprior, Ontario K7S 3G9 PAGE 17 Backyard Grilling KALLIE’S FAVOURITE FINDS 3 Dessert On The Grill Ingredient Marinades Grilling isn’t just for the main course! Grill halved peaches and plums and large pieces of pineapple for 10 to 15 minutes, sprinkle with cinnamon, chop and serve over ice cream. Marinades tenderize and add flavor to grilled meats. Pineapple Juice + Soy Sauce + Garlic Soy Sauce + Fresh Ginger + Honey Orange Juice + Garlic + Fresh Ginger Plain Yogurt + Citrus Zest + Garlic Buttermilk + Mustard + Honey Are Your Beef Steaks Done? A meat thermometer inserted into a cut of meat can help you determine doneness. Meat continues to cook when removed from heat, so remove your steaks and burgers when they are within 10 degrees of the desired temperature. Well Done 170F/74C Medium Well 155F/68C Medium 145F/63C Medium Rare 135F/57C Rare 125F/52C Raw 40F/7C Let it rest: Cutting into meat as soon as it leaves the grill will drain all its juices, leaving it dry. Instead, wrap it in foil to keep warm and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before serving. GRATE-FUL FISHY FIX SWEET! KETCHUP # Cut an onion in half, rub along the top of your grate and the meat will not stick nearly as much. Then use the other half to scrub the food remnants off when you are done grilling. As a bonus it will also add flavour to the meat. Keep fish from flaking by cooking it on a bed of sliced lemons. The citrus oil boosts flavour and protects the grill. The sugars in BBQ sauce burn quickly at high heats. Wait 5-10 minutes before your meat is done cooking before adding BBQ sauce. If you're cooking burgers to order, write the order in ketchup on one side of a bun so the cook knows where to put each burger. Keep the writing facing up when you hand out the plates so folks get the right patties. PAGE 18 FIRE AND ICE Put an ice cube on your burger for juicier patties. TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE Dry Rub Marinades All recipes make about a cup of Rub. All spices are dry unless otherwise noted. Fairy Dust Rub (Best For: Beef, Pork, Poultry) 1/4 cup Paprika 2 tbsp Sea Salt 2 tbsp Sugar 2 tbsp Cumin 2 tbsp Mustard Powder 2 tbsp Cayenne Pepper 1 tbsp Garlic Powder All-Purpose Roasting Rub (Best For: Poultry) 6 tbsp Sea Salt 2 tbsp Smoked Paprika 2 tbsp Onion Powder 2 tbsp Garlic Powder 2 tbsp Italian Seasoning 2 tbsp Brown Sugar 1 tbsp Thyme 1 tbsp Mustard Powder 1 tbsp Black Pepper Montreal Seasoning Rub (Best For: Beef, Pork. Also great on french fries!) 1/2 cup Salt 2 tbsp Black Pepper 1 tbsp Crushed Red Pepper 1 tbsp Thyme 1 tbsp Rosemary 1 tbsp Fennel Seeds 2 tsp Onion Powder 3/4 tsp Garlic Powder Sweet Carolina BBQ Rub (Best For: Beef, Pork) 2 tbsp Black Pepper 2 tbsp Garlic Powder 1 tbsp Cayenne Pepper 2 tsp Onion Powder 1/4 cup Paprika 2 tbsp Cumin 3 tbsp Brown Sugar Smoky Texas Rub (Best For: Beef, Pork) 6 tbsp Smoked Paprika 3 ½ tbsp Brown Sugar 1 tbsp Garlic Powder 1 tbsp Onion Powder 4 tsp Oregano 4 tsp Salt Santa Fe Seasoning Recipe (Best For: Beef, Pork, Poultry) 1/4 cup Cumin 3 tbsp Ground Coriander 3 tbsp Chili Powder 2 ½ tbsp Oregano 2 ½ tbsp Thyme 3/4 tsp Cloves 3/4 tsp Allspice 3/4 tsp Cinnamon Ancho Dry Rub Recipe (Best For: Poultry, Seafood) 3/4 cup Ancho Chili Powder 4 tsp Cumin 4 tsp Kosher Salt TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE 4 tsp Brown Sugar 2 tsp Black Pepper PAGE 19 Spend A Day, Or The Summer, With Us! Take time this summer to enjoy the natural splendour and outdoor opportunities the Township of Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards has to offer. Explore our landscape of rich forests, pristine lakes and winding rivers and streams where you'll find the perfect countryside for camping, walking, biking and hiking. Our natural landscape supports a wide range of family oriented outdoor activities and when it's time to stop for a rest, shop or pick up supplies, visit one of the charming villages scattered throughout the Township for some local country hospitality. In the heart of our hamlets and villages are restaurants, cafes and seasonal food trucks waiting to serve up some delicious fresh flavours. Satisfy your sweet tooth with a visit to the Beavertail kiosk in the heart of Killaloe, the birthplace of Beavertails! Bring a lawn chair and sing along with live music all summer long in Station Park in Killaloe. The Songs from the Park music series offers unique concerts each Friday in July and August. Songs from the Park is sure to entertain the whole family. Make us your Canada Day destination this summer. It's a day full of activities and celebration for the entire family including a fishing carnival, duck derby, soap box derby, food, sensational music and a fireworks display. The Round Lake Flotilla will be setting sail this summer for a leisurely cruise around beautiful Round Lake; a breathtaking natural resource prized by many local and seasonal residents. As well, Round Lake is home to an exclusive species of lake trout that is being preserved and rehabilitated for future generations. Also check out Party in the Park: music, refreshments and a classic car show plus lots more for the entire family. The Party takes place in Round Lake Recreation Park, a beautiful 13acre park with a picnic area, a gazebo and natural walking path along Byers Creek. The Township, together with community partners, will honour its Irish heritage with An Irish Gathering in August and all are invited! Festivities include local and visiting musicians, a Ceilidh, pubs, and a lively parade. Remember to keep your eye out for a leprechaun or two! With grand scenery, clear lakes, rivers plus celebrations and festivals galore, the Township of Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards is truly Naturally Spirited! ----For More Information: Township of Killaloe, Hagarty and Richards www.killaloe-hagarty-richards.ca Facebook: Naturally Spirited Facebook: Killaloe: An Irish Gathering Round Lake Flotilla July 23: Bring your boat or watch from the shore - our annual Flotilla is fun to watch! Canada Day July 1: Fishing carnival, duck derby, great food, live music and spectacular fireworks An Irish Gathering August 11-14: Get your Irish on with a parade, cultural centre, Ceilidh, pubs and a whole lot more over four days! 23: Join us at the Round Lake Party In July Recreation Centre for an afternoon of vendors, local music, classic car show, The Park food and family activities. Songs From The Park July 8: MVDHS and Kirk Harber July 15: Golden Lake Itch July 22: 4 Masks and a Malinowski July 29: Wilson and Delcourt Farmers’ Market Saturdays: Get your favourite locally grown food at the Killaloe Farmers’ Market from 9:00am to 1:00pm at Hoch Farm. August 5: Trophy Husbands August 12: An Irish Gathering August 19: Emily Yaraskavitch & Friends August 26: Roddy McCann TOWNSHIP OF KILLALOE, HAGARTY AND RICHARDS www.killaloe-hagarty-richards.ca | Facebook: Naturally Spirited | Facebook: Killaloe - An Irish Gathering PAGE 20 TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE You’ve Got To Stop Here: Freddie’s Trading Post If you're in the Upper Ottawa Valley this summer, chances are you'll be making a visit to Freddie's Trading Post. Freddie's is your “go to” store for food, fireworks, bait and tackle and more. If you're looking for anything this season, you'll either find it at Freddie's or they can tell you where to find it. Food at Freddie's Whatever your food craving, Freddie's has it! Starting with the French Fry Truck on site, you can enjoy fries, poutine (with cheese curds), chicken burgers and more. For the summer, the French Fry Truck is open from 11:00am-7:00pm. Another local favourite is their homemade pizza. Whether it's pepperoni and cheese or meat lovers (and anything in between), you'll love the pizza served up here. Looking for something else? What about fresh donairs, gyros, sub sandwiches, lasagna and fresh salads. More food options include Bavarian meat products, homemade baked goods, smoked sausage, jerky and flavoured pepperettes. And of course, what food stop would be complete without ice cream, and you guessed it, Freddie's has that too! Freddie’s Ice Cream Outpost has scooped ice cream and milkshakes to keep you cool all summer. Kawartha Dairy products right here in Renfrew County! You can get it to go, or have a seat at one of their picnic tables and eat while 101 Things TO DO IN THE VALLEY SIX EDITIONS A YEAR FREE TO RECEIVE! FREE LIST AT: WWW.TRAVELOURBACKYARD.COM Looking for things to do all season long in the Valley? Sign up for our free email delivered every season, always with 101 things for individuals and families to do in the local region. Or download it for free from our website. We list a variety of indoor and outdoor activities - there’s something for everyone. Email travel@travelourbackyard.com and have the list delivered to you quarterly. TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE you're there. New for 2016 is the operation of East Side Freddie’s Fries, another French Fry Truck location in Chalk River. Formerly known as Mr. Hot Dog, you’ll find us easily on Highway 17. At Your Convenience Open from 7:00am to 9:00pm daily, Freddie's is a full-service convenience store. They carry everything from convenience groceries and products and books and movies. They are also a Culligan water depot. If you need batteries, the local newspaper, snacks and more, it’s all here. Camping 101 If you're camping in the region, you may need things like fishing tackle and bait as well as camping firewood and other essentials (propane, bug spray, etc.); all of which you will find at Freddie's. There's nothing worse than being out of something when you're trying to relax and this is the place that can solve that problem for you. The local staff can also help with tourist and travel information. ----For More Information: Freddie’s Trading Post 7:00am-9:00pm Daily 33861 Highway 17 West Deep River, Ontario Phone: 613-584-1115 www.facebook.com/freddiestradingpost Free Magazine! See www.ovhealth.ca for locations! THE OTTAWA VALLEY’S HEALTH MAGAZINE. FREE! HealthMatters Summer Health Experts All About Vitamins and Minerals SUMMER 2016 Starting The Conversation Time to talk about death and dying Special Section End-of-Life Options A Community Responsibility Abuse and assault are not private matters PAGE 21 Camping Tips To Make For A Great Experience Going camping for the first time? Or maybe the first time in a long time? Ontario Parks has teamed up with Coleman for a “Learn to Camp” initiative that helps people prepare to go camping. Most tips apply to tenting, but if you’re a camper, you can use some of these ideas too to make your camping experience even better! Sleeping In addition to your tent, you may want to bring a ground sheet or tarp as well. If you bring a mattress, make sure to bring an air pump. If you bring a sleeping bag, you may also want a light sheet in case it’s warm. An extra blanket and pillow completes your sleeping checklist, along with a lantern or flashlight in case you need to find the bathroom in the dark! Cooking In addition to any cooking appliances you may bring, some of the extras include: tablecloth, fuel (for stove), pots and pans, sharp knife and cutting board, can opener, water jug/bottles, dishpan with soap and cloth, resealable containers and zipperlock bags and garbage bags. Other helpful pieces include plates and cutlery, dish towels, paper towels and an extra bowl. Tools & First Aid Probably the easiest thing to do is buy or make a first aid kit (many details on doing that are online). For tools, some handy things to have include: duct tape, batteries, rope, bungee cords, mallet, multi-tool (ie: Swiss Army Knife) and a sewing kit. Tarps are always handy, so an extra one can work as a dining shelter if it’s raining or a sun shelter if it’s really hot. Make sure to add some matches and maybe a BBQ lighter. Some Final Tips Make a bag for each person on the trip for toiletries (soap, shampoo, deodorant, etc.) Make it portable so each person can bring it with them to the shower. Dice and cards and a pad of paper and a pen are always good for kids and adults when it comes to passing some time. Make sure to bring some extra clothing (long sleeves and long pants) even when it’s very warm out. The nights can be cooler in a tent than you might think. Camping can be a lot of fun, and even more fun when you have everything you need for a great night, weekend or week. ----For More Information: Ontario Parks Learn to Camp www.ontarioparks.com/ learntocamp SPEND YOUR TIME WITH US! You know you’re in Laurentian Valley when you look around and see: award-winning farms and agri-business producers, a multiuse trail system, parks and recreational fields for casual or competitive play, and the largest commercial cluster west of Kanata. Come spend some time Laurentian Valley. PAGE 22 The Laurentian Valley office is located at 460 Witt Road. Easy access off Highway 41 (Saars Store) or B Line Road. Phone: 613-735-6291 laurentian@laurvall.on.ca www.laurentianvalleytwsp.on.ca TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE Special Events Highlight Downtown Pembroke Downtown Pembroke is a place to experience with businesses, culture and natural elements for everyone. The Downtown core is bustling with activity and is bringing people to a district that represents the best of the city. Home to nearly 20 eateries and restaurants, diners can enjoy their choice of German, Thai, Chinese, French, Japanese, Lebanese, Greek, Italian and Canadian cuisine. While strolling the sidewalks, you are also in the midst of Downtown Pembroke's outdoor art gallery and museum. More than half of artwork of the Pembroke Heritage Murals' 34mural tour is found downtown, painted by well-known local artists. Along Pembroke Street, Lake Street, and our connecting streets, you will find a variety of shopping opportunities. Clothing for men, women and children, home décor, gift shops, specialty foods, furniture and more dot the streets with unique products you often cannot find anywhere else. A full slate of professional services is also available, from lawyers to accountants to banking and pharmacies. Enhancing the small-town feel of Downtown is the staff, many of whom are the shop owners and entrepreneurs who work full time in their businesses. Couple this with more than 500 spaces of free parking, and the downtown is truly a destination. People can also enjoy free parking throughout the downtown core for special occasions, and for 2016, these include: June 17-18 Father's Day June 25 Summer Medley Festival July 29 - August 1 Civic Holiday Weekend August 29 - September 5 Fiddle Week In the summer, people can enjoy different special events while they also take in the beautiful seasonal flowers and planters. On June 25, the Summer Medley Festival is a chance to celebrate the season with food, music, culture, heritage, games and entertainment. Music lovers will enjoy the Patio Party on August 27th, which kicks off the well-known Fiddle Week. A mix of acoustic musicians with set up in the Downtown. Only a short walk away from the core is the beautiful Pembroke waterfront where you can enjoy nightly entertainment, yoga, the marina and more. We look forward to seeing you in Downtown Pembroke! ----For More Information: Pembroke BIA Phone: 613-629-5555 pbia@downtownpembroke.ca www.downtownpembroke.ca We’re on Facebook & Twitter Welcome to the best place to live on the planet. Now, let’s get you a jjob to support your leisure time! ovjobs.ca The Ottawa Valley’s best source for local employment opportunities. emp www.facebook.com/ovjobs j TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE PAGE 23 SEND US YOUR PICS AND WIN CASH! WIN $250, $150 or $100 cash visiting places right in your own backyard! Travelour Backyard HOW TO WIN: Snap a photo at any of these 11 places, post it on our Facebook page or email it to us and you’re entered to win! Enter as many times as you like. Renfrew County ATV Trails Wilderness Tours Plummer Marine Skydive Petawawa Anywhere in: Madawaska Valley Killaloe, Hagarty & Richards Laurentian Valley Petawawa Golf Club Pembroke Golf Club Island Brae Golf Club Conway’s Pharmacy CONTEST ENDS OCTOBER 9, 2016. WINNERS NOTIFIED BY NOVEMBER 1, 2016. ENTER AS MANY TIMES AS YOU LIKE. EACH PHOTO IS ONE BALLOT IN THE DRAW. travel@travelourbackyard.com PAGE 24 Phone: 613-732-7774 www.facebook.com/travelourbackyard TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE Black Bear Encounters Black bear attacks are extremely rare. Most human-bear conflicts occur when bears are attracted by smells and rewarded with an easy meal. In case you encounter a bear, here is some information, provided by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources on what to do: Report a Bear Problem Emergency encounters -Call 911 or local police, if a bear poses an immediate threat to personal safety. Non-emergency encounters Call the Bear Wise reporting line at 1-866-5142327 if a bear is roaming around. Bear Wise reporting is available April 1 to November 30. How To Prevent Encounters + Never feed bears or try to approach them. + Put garbage in containers with tight-fitting lids. Put them out on the morning of garbage day. + Frequently wash garbage and recycling containers and lids with a strong disinfectant. + Fill bird feeders only in the winter months. Put away feeders in the spring and offer birds natural alternatives (flowers, nesting boxes, fresh water). + Do not leave pet food outdoors or in a porch. + Refrain from putting meat, fish or fruit scraps in composters outside. Keep scraps in the freezer until garbage day. + Pick ripe fruit from trees and bushes and fallen fruit off the ground. + Remove grease and food residue from BBQ grills, including the grease cup, after each use. If You Encounter A Bear Bear Warning Signals Stop. Do not panic. Remain calm. + Determine which type of an encounter this might be - sighting, surprise or close encounter. + Do not try to get closer to the bear for a better look or picture. + Make sure the bear has a clear escape route: don’t corner a bear. + Always watch the bear and slowly back away until the bear is out of sight. + Get inside if you are near a building or vehicle. + Leave the area, if you are berry-picking, hiking, camping, jogging or cycling. + If you are with others, stay together as a group. + If the bear does not get closer to you, slowly back away. + DO NOT: scream, turn your back on the bear, run, kneel down, make direct eye contact, climb a tree or retreat into water or try and swim - a bear can do these things much better than you. A bear usually stands to get a better look at you or catch your scent. This is not aggressive behaviour. If a bear feels threatened, it may try to get you to back off and leave it alone. To do this, it may: + salivate excessively, exhale loudly, or make huffing, moaning, clacking and popping sounds with its mouth, teeth and jaws, + lower its head with its ears drawn back while facing you, or + charge forward, and/or swat the ground with its paws (known as a ‘bluff’ charge). If This Is A Close Encounter About Black Bears Yell, wave your arms to make yourself look bigger; throw objects, blow a whistle or an air horn; make noise to try and persuade the bear to leave and prepare to use bear pepper spray. + Their entire life revolves around food. When they are not hibernating, bears spend most of their time looking for food. + When bears pick up a scent with their keen noses, they will investigate it. If bears are rewarded with feasts of bird food, garbage or pet food, they will return as long as the food source is available. + It’s best to prevent encounters with bears in the first place. But if a bear continues to be a problem, and you’ve exhausted all other alternatives, as a property owner, you have the right to protect your personal property and yourself. You do not need a hunting licence, but you must report a killed bear to the MNRF office. If The Bear Keeps Advancing To You Stand your ground, use your bear pepper spray (if the bear is within seven metres) or anything else you can find or use to threaten or distract the bear. Fight back as if your life depends on it. Take Safety Precautions After The Bear Leaves + Carry a readily-accessible whistle or air horn. + Learn how to use bear pepper spray. + Consider carrying a long-handled axe, if you are in “remote areas or deep in the forest.” + Tell others about bear activity in the area. + If the bear was eating from a non-natural food source (like garbage or bird food), remove or secure the item that attracted the bear. TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE Make Noise Generally, the noisier the bear is, the less dangerous it is, provided you don't approach the bear. The noise is meant to ‘scare’ you off and acts as a warning signal. For more information: www.ontario.ca/page/ report-bear-problem-bear-wise PAGE 25 Renfrew County ATV Club: Big Plans for 2016! The Renfrew County ATV Club works with the Eastern Ontario Trails Alliance (EOTA) offering ATVing excitement on many kilometres of managed trails that meander through forests, lake view vistas and remarkable Eastern Ontario landscapes. The Provincial Trail Permit pass enables you to ride any Renfrew County and EOTA trails in Ontario, and is an automatic membership to the Renfrew County ATV Club. The Renfrew County trail network is more than 400 kilometres and includes forest access roads and abandoned rail lines. This adventurous route winds through the countryside, connecting to numerous rural communities. You’re never far from an eatery, convenience store or accommodations provider on our trails. The ATVers on the trails (locals and visitors) are strong supporters of local community businesses, and those business, in return, are strong supporters of the ATV Club and it’s commitment to local recreation. Club Benefits The ATV Club gets together for many reasons. Some of our volunteers brush and clear trails, and others are on hand to organize events throughout the season or group rides for fun or charity. The Club has an Annual General Meeting each year where we hear from the public and set the course for the following season. Spend Your Summer On The Water, Not On The Beach! A Volunteer Organization The Renfrew County ATV Club is run exclusively by volunteers. People dedicate their time to maintaining and expanding the trails, which helps ensure riders have a memorable riding experience across Renfrew County. If you are a local ATV rider, seasonally or year-round, we would love to have you join our volunteer team. We are always on the lookout for enthusiastic people who like to ride and to spend some time with like-minded individuals. Our volunteer opportunities are varied and we can match you with something that suits your likes and experiences, and available time. We also encourage you to attend some of our group rides. We had a number of wellattended ATV runs last year, and 2016 is shaping up to be the best in recent memory. Our 2016 events are as follows: June 10-12, 2016 B101A or BUST ATV Rally ----July 30, 2016 Loggers Loop ATV Rally ----October 8, 2016 Thanksgiving Family ATV Rally ----For More Information: Renfrew County ATV Club Phone: 613-735-7646 www.facebook.com/RCATVClub info@renfrewcountyatv.ca www.renfrewcountyatv.ca Travel safe. Play Safe. Enjoy the summer. Proud supporter (and participant) of tourism in the Ottawa Valley. Repairs and Preventative Maintenance Services | Shrink-Wrapping Boat Storage, Pick-up and Delivery | Emergency and Distance Service Clothing, Helmets and a Full Line of Accessories C & T ENTERPRIZE As you enjoy all that the Ottawa Valley has to offer, please make sure your campfires are out, your RV has a smoke detector, your boat has an extinguisher and you have a first aid kit. MARINE | ATV | SNOWMOBILE laymanfireandsafety.com | Ph: 613-732-5320 joel@laymanfireandsafety.com 122 Industrial Avenue, Petawawa | Phone: 613-687-9996 Mobile: 613-633-7767 | www.marinepros.ca Extinguishers | Smoke Detectors | Fire Alarms | Safety Gear PAGE 26 TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE Fish License Free July 2-10, 2016 in Ontario Ontario Family Fishing Events is a province-wide opportunity for Canadian residents to fish Ontario waters without the otherwise mandatory fishing version outdoors card. The Ontario Government has designated July 2-10, 2015 (12:01 a.m. Saturday to 11:59 p.m. Monday) as their second free fishing period for the year. During all other time periods, Canadian residents between the ages of 18 and 64 years must purchase a valid fishing license to legally fish in Ontario. There has never been a better time to introduce a friend to fishing! Participants fishing without a license must fish under the Conservation fishing license limits which are set out in the current Ontario Recreational Fishing Regulations. With the exception of the licensing requirement, Ontario fishing regulations, fees and limits continue to apply during licensefree days. Copies of the regulations are posted on the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources website, and are available in print at Service Ontario centres and other fishing license issuers, as well as a variety of other outlets. New To Fishing? Here Are Some Helpful Tips Few things match the excitement of a first fishing trip. From the natural setting to the anticipation and mystery of what may be in the water, fishing can be a great family activity. Simple equipment such as an inexpensive rod and reel with live bait and a bobber will get you off to a good start. If you fish from shore, it allows kids the opportunity to run and play when they need to. Learning how to untangle lines, bait a hook and cast can be great self-esteem builders for kids. It’s always good to have pliers, nail clippers, a bucket and a net on your fishing trip. These tools can come in handy in the enjoyment of your time. A first aid kit is also helpful for any nicks and scrape. And, don’t forget your camera - you want proof of those great fish stories to share! Visit Our Website Our website has many resources for people new to fishing and for kids. We have a video to watch and a colouring competition where your child could meet Bob the Bobber! In addition there are links to how to get started fishing, conservation areas in Ontario, a tackle sharing program and information about obtaining your Ontario fishing license. ----For More Information: Ontario Family Fishing www.ontariofamilyfishing.com Your Marine Experts. Getting people in the water since 1949. Bowriders | Deck Boats | Pontoon Boats Aluminum Fishing Boats Phone: 613-735-2316 Phone: 613-735-2317 www.dickplummer.ca 1495 Pembroke Street West, Pembroke, Ontario TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE PAGE 27 Ottawa Valley Culture: Focus On Hunting Hunting is an important part of Canada's resource-based economy. That may be no more true than in the Ottawa Valley. This rural-based activity is a key economic driver for local communities, and a key part of our culture. According to the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters (OFAH), Ontario reaped $1.5 billion in economic benefits associated with hunting in 2000. The industry also employed 20,000 people (many in rural areas) and earned $140 million for federal, provincial and municipal governments as well in licenses and taxes. For example: + Canadian hunters spent $1.2 billion a year on hunting trips, and paid $70 million in licenses. + Hunting and fishing license sales represented 70% of the total operating budget of the Ontario Ministry of natural Resources. + Ontario's hunting industry generated more wealth than the television and film production industry ($1.4 billion). Hunting is also a tourism driver to drawing Americans who are considered “high yield” travelers, because they stay for a longer time in Canada while visiting. A 2006 survey showed that 9.2 million Americans went hunting in Canada while on an out-oftown trip, and 73 per cent indicated hunting was the main reason for taking the trip. According to the Canadian Tourism Commission's 2012 report entitled, “Sport Fishing and Game Hunting in Canada: An assessment ton the potential international tourism opportunity,” hunting is, by nature, a rural activity. It is also an activity that takes place in the off-peak tourism season, thereby contributing greatly to the economic activity during this time of year. Hunting also plays a role in managing wildlife conflicts in communities. In February of this year, the Ontario government announced an extension to the spring bear hunting pilot Johnston & ackie M Limited 10 Nelson Street, Pembroke Phone: 613-735-1046 insure@jmackie.com PAGE 28 www.destinationcanada.com Farm Gate The Provincial pass enables you to ride any OFATV or EOTA trails in Ontario including our RCATV trail network in Renfrew County. Seasonal $150 | Family $100 Weekly $75 | Daily $20 We can insure your ATV, boat, cottage, RV, classic/antique vehicle or motorcycle. Licensed in Ontario and Quebec. www.facebook.com/explorecanada www.twitter.com/destinationcan From The WE’VE EXPANDED OUR BOAT INSURANCE When it comes to Ottawa Valley leisure time, we have the insurance developed two years earlier. With a black bear population of over 100,000, the population is sustainable and healthy. The expanded spring bear hunt is taking place at all 88 wildlife management units that currently have a fall bear hunt, and will be in effect until 2020. Across Canada, each province and territory with black bears has a spring and fall bear hunt, with the exception of Nova Scotia that has only a fall hunt. Like many of our resourcebased activities, hunting balances social and economic benefits in a community. The Ottawa Valley is fortunate to have hunting as a strong cultural asset. ----For More Information: Canadian Tourism Commission Trail Pass and Membership Vendors Ash Grove Inn, Spectacle Lake Lodge Georges Marine & Sports Sands on Golden Lake, Killaloe Sportsplus Pete's Sales & Service Hollywood Powersports, Banville Yamaha B&M Motorsports, Gourley's Variety & Gas Mountainview Motel, The Mad Musher Beef Poultry Pork Eggs Vegetables PRESERVES | PICKLES | RELISHES Highway 60 Between Golden Lake and Killaloe 146 Griffith Wagner Road Open Thurs-Sun, 11am-6pm Frozen & Ready Made Entrees Pre-Ordering Available (24 hours notice) Trail maps are available at all vendor locations and are free. The trail map is also available on our website. 613-735-7646 info@RenfrewCountyATV.ca www.RenfrewCountyATV.ca Phone: 613-401-6956 www.griffithfarm.ca TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE The Airport And Tourism: More Than You Think When you think about an airport's connection to the tourism industry, the first thing that probably comes to your mind is getting on a plane and flying to a destination. What you may not know is that airports contribute to tourism in ways that has nothing to do with passenger travel. One of these tourism support roles is in wildlife management. In Ontario, the Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) has a major role in wildlife management. They track populations of a variety of species such as wild turkey, moose, deer, bear and more. In the winter of 2016, the MNR was at the Pembroke & Area Airport for a few weeks to track deer populations. According to the MNR website, white-tailed deer number approximately 400,000 making them the most numerous of deer, moose, caribou and elk. “White-tailed deer hold strong ecological, social and economic importance in Ontario...they generate millions of dollars in economic activity each year, through hunting, viewing and tourism, they are a social and cultural icon to many of Ontario's rural communities and they hold cultural, spiritual, and social significance for many Aboriginal communities...” One way in which deer counts are determined is through aerial surveys, such as those conducted this year at the Pembroke & Area Airport. Locally, hunting and wildlife viewing are significant tourism draws to the Ottawa Valley, and thus managing these populations has a direct impact on the local economy. This accounting of populations helps ensure the continuation of a species, as was the case with wild turkeys in Ontario. With a population now of 70,000, this species was nearly non-existent in 1909. Introducing turkeys helped increase the population, and the establishment of a Wild Turkey Management Plan for Ontario helps protect the species. For example, wild turkey hunters must report harvested turkeys to the MNR so the information can be used to manage the species. In Ontario, “draws” for moose, deer and elk determine hunting opportunities. These draws have certain criteria that hunters must meet to obtain a license. The opportunities can change yearly based on information obtained by aerial surveys. Tags to hunt may increase when population levels are high and decrease when population levels are low. Hunting has been recognized as an important part of the tourism industry in Ontario. So the next time you drive past a small airport, including the Pembroke & Area Airport, you are driving past a business that supports tourism, even if you haven't purchased a ticket. ----For More Information: Pembroke & Area Airport 176 Len Hopkins Drive, Pembroke, Ontario Phone: 613-687-5300 info@flycyta.ca www.flycyta.ca NOW OPEN SKYDIVING | TANDEM JUMPS PEMBROKE & AREA AIRPORT 176 Len Hopkins Drive, Pembroke www.skydivepetawawa.ca TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE PAGE 29 Knot Guide Www.winkpass.com/knotguide Free: iPhone, Android, Blackberry Knots are used in sailing, climbing, tree trimming, jewelry making, and everyday tasks such as hitching a load to your vehicle. Whether you are a novice or you have experience with tying knots, Knot Guide will assist you! Features 95 knots. Map My Hike www.mapmyhike.com $2.99: iPhone, BlackBerry, Android Map My Hike has free and paid versions that map the path that you take. It's good if you're logging hours for a fitness program or if you really love to track the places you've been. There is also a free version with fewer features. Backyard Apps Learn to Camp www.pc.gc.ca Free: iPhone, iPod, Android If you dream of camping in Canada's national parks, this app is for you! Find tips, advice and information you need to plan and enjoy your first camping trip. And if you’re an experienced camper, you'll love the recipes, checklists and insider tips too. LiveTrekkr www.livetrekker.com Free: iOS, Android This app creates a digital journal of your travels so you can look back on your trips on an interactive map. The app tracks you as you go and monitors your speed and altitude. You can add pictures, video, audio and text along the way. XE Currency www.xe.com Free: iOS, Android XE is the go-to site for currency conversions on the web, so it's no surprise that its app is so popular. For the traveller it is most useful for the simple fact that it's able to convert every world currency. It also functions offline by saving the last updated rates. PAGE 30 AwardWallet www.awardwallet.com Free: iOS, Android Keep track of your reward programs. Join for free and let AwardWallet track and monitor your reward programs and itineraries for you. Get notified when your balances change and before your points expire. IFishOntario www.ifishontario.com $6.99 Apple - $4.99 Google Play iFish Ontario is the app every fisherman needs, and the exclusive app for Fishing in Ontario. Features over 8,200 Ontario lakes, ponds and reservoirs. First Aid Refresher www.wissen-direkt.com Free: iPhone, Android, Blackberry This guide, compiled in collaboration with the Johanniter Ambulance (the German sister organization of the St John ambulance), will help you to render first aid quickly and competently. It is not necessary to make a diagnosis (for instance, heart attack). You choose from six guiding symptoms to find out what the situation is. The App will then lead you through the correct measures to be undertaken. TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE Connect With Local Tourism! Algonquin Sewing Center www.facebook.com/algonquinsewingcenter Golden Lake Park Campground www.facebook.com/goldenlakepark. Campground Plummer Marine www.facebook.com/PlummerMarine Algonquin Way Cultural Centre www.facebook.com/OPAlgonquinWay Griffith Farm & Market www.facebook.com/Griffith-Farm-Market216608585155611 Pontiac Artists Studio Tour www.facebook.com/Pontiac-Artists-Studio-Tour225937750810255 Health Matters Magazine www.facebook.com/ovhealth Prior Sports Bar www.facebook.com/The-Prior-Sports-Bar-and-FamilyRestaurant-248188775210068 Almonte Celtfest www.facebook.com/AlmonteCeltfest Almonte Fair www.facebook.com/AlmonteFair Antiques, Treasures & Treats www.facebook.com/Antiques-Treasures-Treats68202221970 Henry’s Furniture www.facebook.com/henrys.furniturepetawawa Purvis Gallery & Framing www.facebook.com/PurvisGalleryAndFramingLtd Holiday Inn Express Pembroke www.facebook.com/The-Holiday-Inn-ExpressPembroke-273277116135047 Real Wool Shop www.facebook.com/RealWoolShop Hugli's Blueberry Ranch www.facebook.com/HuglisBlueberryRanch Renfrew County ATV Club www.facebook.com/RCATVClub Bent Anchor Bar & Restaurant www.facebook.com/BentAnchorBar Janna’s Gallery Cafe www.facebook.com/JannasGalleryCafe Bonnechere Caves www.facebook.com/Bonnechere-Caves192122204173771 Jocko's Beach Resort & Motel www.facebook.com/JockosBeachMotelAnd Resort Renfrew Golf Club www.facebook.com/Renfrew-Golf-Club246322755463697 Antrim Truck Stop www.facebook.com/pages/Antrim-TruckStop/171014399582585 Bryson's Bistro Du Bucheron www.facebook.com/BrysonsBistroDuBucheron C&T Enterprize www.facebook.com/CT-Enterprize-255172091332406 Champlain Trail Museum www.facebook.com/ChamplainTrailMuseum AndPioneerVillage Charlie D's www.facebook.com/Charlie-Ds-159742734091334 Classic Theatre Festival www.facebook.com/ClassicTheatreFestival Cobden Farmers' Market www.facebook.com/Cobden-Farmers-Market177334068990016 Colby’s Crusade www.facebook.com/groups/ 298368986955444/ Custom Draperies Blinds, Bedding, Decor www.facebook.com/CustomDraperies Downtown Pembroke www.facebook.com/downtownpembroke Johnston & Mackie Insurance www.facebook.com/jmackieinsurance Kokomish Gift Shop www.facebook.com/Kokomishgiftshop Logos Land Resort www.facebook.com/LogosLandResort Madawaska Valley Studio Tour www.facebook.com/madawaskastudiotour Madonna House www.facebook.com/MadonnaHouse Mad Outdoors www.facebook.com/madawaskaoutdoors Mountainview Cottage Resort www.facebook.com/Mountainview-Cottage-Resort207739872683490 MPP John Yakabuski www.facebook.com/John-Yakabuski-MPP1275580362468884 Ottawa Valley Jobs www.facebook.com/ovjobs Eastern Ontario Jobs www.facebook.com/easternontariojobs Palmer Rapids Twin Music Festival www.facebook.com/Palmer-Rapids-Twin-MusicFestivals-144057702305401 Éco-Odyssée www.facebook.com/ecoodyssee Pembroke & Area Airport www.facebook.com/FlyCYTA Eganville Farmers' Market www.facebook.com/Eganville100MileFarmers Market Pembroke Farmers' Market www.facebook.com/groups/39052179608/ Freddie's Trading Post www.facebook.com/FreddiesTradingPost Pembroke Golf Club www.facebook.com/pembrokegc.pembrokeontario Frontier Trails www.facebook.com/frontiertrails Petawawa Golf Club www.facebook.com/Petawawa-Golf-Club-All-ranksservice-club-523432207784628 Gallery Gift Shop www.facebook.com/The-Gallery-Gift-Shop Gayle Jacques www.facebook.com/Gayle-Jacques-Royal-LepageTeam-Realty-Cobden-Brokerage-1078671352173401/ TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE Pick-it Fence Pembroke www.facebook.com/pickitfence Pinewood Inn www.facebook.com/Pinewood-Inn-Barrys-Bay126849054091059 Roanoke Golf Course www.facebook.com/RoanokeGolfPetawawa Rustic Remnants www.facebook.com/rusticremnants.5 Sigrid Natural Skin Care www.facebook.com/sigridnaturals South of 60 Arts Centre www.facebook.com/Southof60 Spruceholme Inn www.facebook.com/SpruceholmeInn Stone Fence Theatre www.facebook.com/Stone-Fence-Theatre283916975009935 Town of Bancroft www.facebook.com/Town-of-Bancroft240590092735268 Township of Killaloe, Hagarty & Richards www.facebook.com/NaturallySpiritedKillaloe HagartyRichards Township of Madawaska Valley www.facebook.com/madawaskavalley Township of McNab Braeside www.facebook.com/townshipofmcnabbraeside Travel Our Backyard www.facebook.com/travelourbackyard Valley Artisans Co-op www.facebook.com/Valley-Artisans-Co-op334662650869 Whitetail Golf Club www.facebook.com/WhitetailGolf Wilderness Tours www.facebook.com/wildernesstours Wilno Craft Gallery www.facebook.com/wilnocraftgallery Wilno Station & Country Kitchen www.facebook.com/wilnostationandcountry kitchen/ PAGE 31 Eganville Farmers’ Market Grace Lutheran Church Parking Lot | 14 Bonnechere Street West Phone: 613-754-5381 | www.eganvillefarmersmarket.com Open Fridays 2:00pm-6:00pm, June 26 to October 9. Products are home grown or homemade and include fresh produce, baking, meat, herbs, jams, preserves, coffee, tea, honey, maple syrup, ready-to-eat food, crafts and a lot more. Pick up some great eats at our local Farmers’ Markets CONWAY’S Cobden Farmers’ Market Cobden Fairgrounds | Phone: 613-433-8934 | Saturdays 8:00am-Noon May 16th to October 17th ending with Taste of the Valley. Visit our indoor vendors as well as our outdoor vendors. Local produce, meat, honey, baking, preserves, bedding plants, crafts and we also serve breakfast. Our 25th anniversary year! Pembroke Farmers’ Market Victoria and Lake Streets, Pembroke | www.pembrokefarmersmarket.com Open from May 21st to October 8th. Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8:30am to 1:00pm. Local seasonal produce, baking, jams, preserves, gluten-free products, local meats, bedding plants. Crafts, jewellery. Home-made canteen food. Entertainment. Free parking. We’re also on Facebook! Shawville Farmers’ Market Shawville Fairgrounds | Phone: 819-647-2322 | Saturdays 8:30am-12:30pm Local produce, meat, baked goods, preserves, and local crafts all in one location. Fresh coffee and treats are offered each Saturday, and customer appreciation draws are held throughout the season; all great reasons to stop by and support the local farmers, bakers and crafters. PHARMACY & HEALTHCARE VISIT US ONLINE AT: www.conwayspharmacy.ca COBDEN LOCATION 60 Main Street | cobden@conways.ca Phone: 613-646-2717 | Fax: 613-646-2422 EGANVILLE LOCATION 251 Bridge Street | eganville@conways.ca Phone: 613-628-2808 | Fax: 613-628-2282 MedsCheck + Compounding + Influenza Vaccinations + Smoking Cessation Blood Pressure Monitoring + Health Information + Prescription Refills Free personal health folder and blood pressure card available at both locations! WE INVITE YOU TO VISIT OUR NEWLY RENOVATED PHARMACY IN EGANVILLE. PAGE 32 TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE CAMPING, COTTAGING AND ACCOMMODATIONS Spruceholme Inn (Fort Coulonge, Quebec) 204 Rue Principale, Fort Coulonge, Quebec Phone: 819-683-5635 | www.spruceholmeinn.com Located in Fort-Coulonge, Spruceholme Inn was built in 1875, and is the former home of George Bryson, lumber baron. We are well equipped to host weddings, reunions and conferences with our 21 rooms, complete with hot tub and sauna and enjoy a swim at our property at Bryson Point. Holiday Inn Express (Pembroke) 8 International Drive, Pembroke Phone: 1-877-660-8550 | www.ihg.com Located directly off the Trans Canada Highway (Highway 17), we offer everything you need to enjoy your time in the region. Comfortable beds, clean rooms, kind and courteous staff await. Breakfast buffet included, free internet and an indoor heated salt water pool. All rooms with king or queen beds equipped with, satellite TV, microwave, mini refrigerator and more. Close to your business or leisure travel needs and a great place to return every night. Jocko’s Beach Resort & Motel (Calabogie) 5253 Calabogie Road, Calabogie Phone: 866-376-6265 | www.jockosbeach.com jockosbeach@live.ca An all-seasons, family-friendly resort in the heart of Calabogie featuring a lakeside house, chalets, log cabins and motel efficiency units. Boat rentals and a beautiful sand beach. Access to all season fun and local amenities. Located on beautiful Calabogie Lake with an expansive sandy beach. Close to many attractions and events. Riverland Lodge & Camp (Madawaska) 25141 Highway 60, Madawaska Phone: 613-637-5338 | www.riverlandlodge.com info@riverlandlodge.com Four season lodge on the Madawaska River. Offering camping, hunting, fishing, boating, ATVing and more. Lodge includes satellite TV, games area and lounge. Stay in the lodge, in a cottage or camp. 28km from Algonquin Park. Rent a canoe or motor boat, or just relax on the dock. A true riverland connection. Mountainview Cottage Rentals (Golden Lake) Highway 60, Golden Lake www.mountainviewcottagerentals.com Phone: 613-625-2971 | 877-263-8439 15 fully furnished housekeeping cottages on 1,100 feet of beautiful sand beach. Well kept cottages and grounds with BBQs, firepits, store and boat rentals on site. Kayaks and paddle boats free for guest use. Convenience store with great ice cream! Great swimming and fishing. Pets welcome. Right on Golden Lake. Golden Lake Campground (Golden Lake) 13685 Highway 60, Golden Lake Phone: 613-757-0018 | www.goldenlakepark.ca 4,200 feet of waterfront await you at Golden Lake Park. Camping (trailers and tents) and cabin rentals available. Huge sandy beach and excellent swimming areas. Boat launch and fuel on site. Great for fishing, boating, jet-skiing and more. Close to nearby attractions. Full convenience store on site. Park with play structures, volleyball court and open fields - great for kids. www.pinewoodinn.ca Pine Ridge Park AND RESORT A true gem in the Valley! 921 Rte 148, Shawville, QC J0X 2Y0 14 comfortable motel rooms. For family or business travelers. Wi-Fi and satellite service. Country atmosphere. Close to all amenities. Very clean rooms with pillowtop beds, fridge, microwave, coffeemaker, free WiFi and A/C. Public beach, playground and restaurant (0.5km). Backdoor access to quiet backyard with seating/BBQ's overlooking Kamaniskeg Lake. 419 River Drive, in Petawawa Established in 1968. Close to golf courses, PPJ bike trail, whitewater rafting, local restaurants and more. Your Hosts: Ross & Linda Vowles Phone: 819-647-6464 info@shawvillevillegeinn.ca TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE Phone: 613-732-9891 www.pineridgepark.com Phone: 613-756-1333 Toll Free: 1-855-756-1333 pinewoodinn@gmail.com 378 John Street (CR 62) Barry’s Bay, Ontario 10 fully equipped, winterized cottages 46 Serviced RV sites | 8 un-serviced tent sites Boat launch & slip rentals | Convenience store Kayak and canoe rentals (on site) Private, clean sandy beach | Free Wi-Fi The Shanty Restaurant Great fishing on the Ottawa River PAGE 33 People who love to eat are always the best people. - Julia Child 10 s e i r e t a e The Best Charlie D's 19349 Opeongo Line, Barry's Bay | 613-756-7162 charlie@charlieds.com | www.charlieds.com Stop in at Charlie D's chip truck to experience our poutine with personality, the best burgers around, scrumptious Ullrich's sausages, tasty hand battered fish, and surprises! Treat yourself to crazy delicious flavours of Slickers premium ice cream or a refreshing glass of Charlie D's fresh-squeezed lemonade. Come meet Charlie himself and the rest of the staff - we’re here all summer! Freddie’s Trading Post 33861 Highway 17 West, Deep River | Phone: 613-584-1115 www.Facebook.com/FreddiesTradingPost Fresh-cut French fries, chicken burgers, poutine (with curds) and more available from the Fry Truck, or come inside for donairs, gyros, lasagna and fresh salads. We also serve the best pizza in the area right out of our stone oven. Add a milkshake to your meal or an ice cream for dessert direct from Kawartha Dairy. New in 2016: East Side Freddie’s Fries in Chalk River. Stop in and see us for eat-in or take-out. We can also deliver. Bryson Bistro 204 rue Principale, Fort Coulonge, Quebec | Phone: 819-683-5635 www.spruceholmeinn.com \ www.facebook.com/SpruceholmeInn Join us at Bryson's bistro, George Bryson's beautiful old hay barn from 1850! The rustic ambiance and delicious food are ideal for a night out. Open for lunch Wed-Friday, dinner from Wednesday to Sunday, live entertainment Saturday nights and a delectable brunch on Sunday mornings. Located at 204 rue principale in Fort Coulonge. Bent Anchor Bar & Restaurant 39402 B Combermere Road, Combermere Phone: 613-756-9558 | wilnostation@gmail.com | www.bentanchorbar.com Casual dining and entertainment on Madawaska River with boat access. Check out our weekly events: Mad River Wednesdays with boat rentals and river boat tours; Thursdays are All Day Wings and Karaoke Night; Friday Fish Night & Open Mic; Saturdays are Band Night and we have Jazz on select Sunday afternoons! Kerry’s Place 27 Pembroke Street West, Pembroke | Phone: 613-631-0911 Stop in to the Valley’s newest eatery! We’re serving up the Valley’s favourite in a new pub fare restaurant in Downtown Pembroke. From appetizers to full meals, this Kerry’s Place will soon be a regular spot on your dining schedule! Open for lunch and dinner starting May 5th. Music and entertainment will be featured as well. We can also reserve for groups and special occasions. See you this summer! Pembroke Golf Club 253 Golf Course Road, Pembroke | Phone: 613-732-1665 www.pembrokegoflclub.ca Perfectly situated between Pembroke and Petawawa, and along the Ottawa River, you don't have to golf to enjoy our great cuisine. Open for lunch and dinner, eat-in or take-out available. An exciting menu that suits any food choice. Everything from a Chipotle cheeseburger to Moroccan vegetable soup. Upstairs dining room available for groups. The Prior Sports Bar 39 Winners Circle Drive, Arnprior | Phone: 613-623-4584 www.thepriorsportsbar.com Since 1993, we've been serving the Valley with awesome food quality, excellent service and an atmosphere that brings in a crowd. Our menu is varied and included gluten free items, signature dishes and our famous wings. No matter what you're craving, we have it! Hours: Mon-Tues (11am11pm); Wed-Sat (11am-12am); Sun (12pm-10pm) Wilno Station & Country Kitchen 17843 Highway 60, Wilno Phone: 613-756-3618 | wilnostation@gmail.com | On Facebook Country store with full-serve gas, and casual dining with patio. Mary's famous all-day breakfast, delicious homemade soups, paninis and dinner specials! Try our delicious flavour-burst ice cream, home baked goods, and pre-made sandwiches. Large fishing and fireworks section. Unique local fare including wood products, artwork, edibles, and more. Janna's Gallery Cafe 20 Pembroke Street West, Pembroke | Phone: 613-631-0443 Also on Facebook | www.JannasGalleryCafe.ca Enjoy a little culture while savouring great food, delectable sweet treats and fresh fair-trade coffee. Homemade food, catering and take out. Breakfast all day. At Janna's we focus on using local, seasonal ingredients where possible. Open Monday-Thursday 7:30am-6:00pm, Friday 7:30am-5:00pm and Saturday 8:00am-4:30pm. Dragon Inn Chinese Restaurant 20 Wolfe Avenue, Petawawa Plaza | Phone: 613-687-4200 www.Facebook.com/DragonInnPetawawa The area's best selection of freshly made Chinese food. Includes Chinese and Thai dishes, chicken, pork, seafood, beef, noodles, vegetables and more. Lunch buffet daily. Takeout and delivery available. Buffets throughout the week. Plenty of food in our portions. Open Monday-Friday (11am-9pm); Saturday-Sunday (12pm-9pm). PAGE 34 TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE Rustic Remnants Artisan/Consignment Shop 1670 Burnstown Road, Burnstown Phone: 613-432-5555 | www.rusticremnants.com Reuse, repurpose, recycle: artisan creations, upcycled items, antique and vintage treasures, old windows and doors and so much more. Everything here is on consignment. So come find your treasure - there’s something for everyone! May 1October 31 Hours: Mon., Wed., Fri., Sat., Sun from 10:30am-3:30pm Custom Draperies, Blinds/Bedding Decor 76 Pembroke Street West, Pembroke Phone: 613-735-0370 | www.customdraperies.ca Step into style with Custom Draperies. In addition to our draperies selection, we also offer furniture, bedding, bath and spa accessories and gifts and home decor items. Our furniture lines can bring any room in your home to life. We want clients to have the most beautiful home possible, and we work with you to make it happen. Sisterhood Craft Supplies 425 Pembroke Street West, Pembroke Phone: 613-629-0029 | sisterhood@nrtco.net Like and visit us on Facebook! We are your local crafting and scrapbooking store! Visit us not only to shop, but also if you have an interest in some classes. We carry a variety of lines and you’re sure to find something that you haven’t seen before in our store. We are open Monday to Saturday. Madonna House Gift Shop/Gallery 2887 Dafoe Road, Highway 517 Phone 613-756-3713 www.madonnahouse.org/giftshop Handcrafted pottery, wool items, sheep skins, candles. Vintage items including fine jewellery, china, crystal and linens. Original works of art on display. We welcome you! Open May and June (Thursday to Saturday) 10am-5pm. Open July to September (Tuesday to Saturday) 10am-5pm. Shawville Shoe & Accessory Shop 387 Main Street, Shawville | Phone: 819-647-5711 Open Tuesday to Friday (10am to 5:30pm) and Saturday (10am to 4:30pm). Quality footwear from such brands as Rieker, Birkenstock and Hush Puppies. Imports from Italy and France and Propet. Shoes for women and men. Beautiful handbags and more in our little store. Handselected items sure to suit a shopper who wants high quality and great style. Henry’s Furniture 3435A Petawawa Boulevard, Petawawa Phone: 613-687-5574 www.henrysfurniturepetawawa.com Serving the area in top brand name furniture for more than 55 years. Whether you need furniture or accessories, Henry’s is a great place to find what you’re looking for. Open Monday 9am-5pm, Tuesday-Friday 9am-6pm and Saturday 9am-5pm. Also visit our website for our monthly flyer. The Real Wool Shop 142 Franktown Road, Carleton Place Phone: 613-257-2714 | www.realwoolshop.ca We specialize in men’s and ladies fashions, sheepskin and sheepskin products, yarns and knitting supplies. We carry warm products such as alpaca and wool blankets, mohair socks, duvets, pillows and mattress pads. Much more than wool, come see our beautiful selections of fashion accessories, baby and wedding gifts! Open daily. Mad Outdoors 19555 Opeongo Line, Barry’s Bay Phone: 613-756-2007 | www.madoutdoors.ca We carry all the gear you need for camping, paddling, hiking, fishing, hunting and everything to outfit your cottage or country home. We also carry a wide range of brand name outdoor lifestyle and technical clothing and footwear for lounging around the cottage or hitting the trails and canoe routes of Algonquin Park. Antiques, Treasures & Treats 260 Elgin Street West, Arnprior Phone: 613-623-3858 www.antiquesandtreats.com One of the Ottawa Valley's most unique shopping experiences. Voted #1 for both antiques and gift baskets in Arnprior and recognized for candy, chocolate and treats! We also feature two 6-foot humidors stocked with over 70 choices of cigars plus assorted pipe tobaccos. Valley Artisans Co-op 33373 Highway 17 West, Deep River Phone: 613-584-4483 | www.valleyartisans.com The home of some of the region’s most talented and celebrated artists! Painting, basketry, pottery, fibre art, woodworking, glasswork, jewellery, gift cards, stonework, metal work, photography, drawing, multimedia clothing and more. Open daily from 10:00am to 5:30pm. Run by artists. Truly one of the Valley’s most authentic treasures. Pick-it Fence Pembroke 167 Pembroke Street West, Pembroke Phone: 613-735-1313 www.facebook.com/pickitfence The store that has everything. Pillows, clothing, candles, block signs, home decor, gift decor, bath salts, body products, jewellery, purses, scarves, mugs, textiles, and so much more. Worth a visit and we ship anywhere. Visit our Facebook page for deals and a look at our items in stock. Algonquin Sewing Center 2096 Petawawa Boulevard, Petawawa Phone: 613-732-4789 www.algonquinsewingcenter.ca Quilters and knitting enthusiasts will find a beautiful selection of supplies, including the latest collections of cottons, yarns, notions, books, patterns and threads. Our knowledgeable staff is always available to lend a helping hand. Open Monday-Friday 10am-5pm; Saturday 10am-4pm. Runge Stationers 3177 Petawawa Boulevard, Petawawa Phone: 613-687-7171 | www.rungestationers.ca A home decor and furniture store like no other! Incredible brands and amazing layouts combine in this multi-level store. From home to cottage, browse through a great selection of bedroom, dining room and living room furniture and accessories. Decor professionals on staff. Monday to Friday 9:00am-5:30pm, Saturday 10am-5pm. The Gallery Gift Shop 156 John Street, Arnprior | Phone: 613-623-7399 www.thegallerygiftshop.ca | On Facebook Come in and visit our store, where you will find a larger selection of local artisan products, as well as items from around the world. From beautiful and unique jewelry pieces to home decor that will complete your home, The Gallery Gift Shop holds a variety of treasures just waiting for you to find them! Open daily. Hours online or Facebook. Purvis Gallery and Framing 86 Pembroke Street West, Pembroke Phone: 613-735-4051 | www.purvisgallery.ca The Ottawa Valley's award-winning art gallery and picture framing shop since 1988. Museum quality custom framing, shadow boxes, heirlooms, needlework, photography, documents. Work done on premises by Certified professionals. Fine art by local artists is on display year round. We are open Tuesday to Saturday, 9am-5pm. TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE PAGE 35 PAGE 36 TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE Calculated using Google Maps and Directions. Locations are to the municipality. Distances are measured in kilometres and should be taken as approximate. Kilometre Guide: How Far Is It To... COLLECT MOMENTS. NOT THNGS. Index 101 Things to Do in the Valley, 21 Algonquin Sewing Center, 35 Algonquin Way Cultural Centre, 14 Almonte Celtfest, 3, 17 Almonte Fair, 8 Antiques, Treasures & Treats, 35 Antrim Truck Stop, 17 Bent Anchor Bar & Restaurant, 34 Bonnechere Caves, 9 Bryson's Bistro, 34 C&T Enterprize, 26 Canadian Clock Museum, 8 Canadian Tourism Commission, 28 Champlain Trail Museum, 3, 16 Charlie D's, 34 Classic Theatre Festival, 11 Cobden Farmers' Market, 32 Colby's Crusade, 3, 16 Conway's Pharmacy, 32 Custom Draperies, 35 Downtown Pembroke, 23 Dragon Inn Chinese Restaurant, 34 Eastern Ontario Jobs, 11 Eco-Odyssee, 15 Eganville Farmers' Market, 32 Freddie's Trading Post, 21, 34 Frontier Trails Camp, 14 Gallery Gift Shop, 35 Gayle Jacques Realtor, 16 Golden Lake Campground, 33 Griffith Farm & Market, 28 Health Matters Magazine, 21 Henry's Furniture, 35 Heritage Fest, 3 TRAVEL OUR BACKYARD MAGAZINE Holiday Inn Express, 33 Hugli's Blueberry Ranch, 15 Island Brae Golf Club, 12, 13 Janna's Gallery Cafe, 34 Jocko's Beach Resort, 33 Johnston & Mackie Insurance, 28 Kerry's Place, 34 Kokomish Cafe, 17 Layman Fire & Safety, 26 Logos Land Resort, 16 Madawaska Valley Studio Tour, 8 Madonna House, 35 Mad Outdoors, 35 Mattawa Golf & Ski Resort, 12 Mountainview Cottage Rentals, 33 MPP John Yakabuski, 2 Ontario Family Fishing, 27 Ottawa Valley Jobs, 23 Palmer Rapids Music Festival, 3 Pembroke & Area Airport, 29 Pembroke Farmers' Market, 32 Pembroke Golf Club, 12, 13, 34, Back Cover Pembroke Heritage Murals, 9 Petawawa Golf Club, 12 Pick-it Fence, 35 Pine Ridge Park and Resort, 33 Pinewood Inn, 33 Plummer Marine, 27 Pontiac Artists' Studio Tour, 15 Pontiac: A Night of Memories, 3 Pontiac Music Festival, 3 Prior Sports Bar, 34 Purvis Gallery and Framing, 35 Real Wool Shop, 35 Renfrew County ATV Club, 26, 28 Renfrew County Museums Network, 9 Renfrew Golf Club, 12 Riverland Lodge & Camp, 33 Roanoke Golf Course, 12 Runge Stationers, 35 Rustic Remnants, 35 Shawville Farmers' Market, 32 Shawville Shoes & Accessory Shop, 35 Shawville Village Inn, 33 Sisterhood Craft Supplies, 35 Sigrid Natural Skin Care, 14 South of 60, 10 Skydive Petawawa, 29 Spruceholme Inn, 33 Stone Fence Theatre, 8 Town of Bancroft, 3 Township of Laurentian Valley, 22 Township of Madawaska Valley, 10 Township of McNab Braeside, 3 Township of Killaloe, Hagarty, Richards, 20 Valley Artisans Co-op, 35 Whitetail Golf Club, 12, 13 Wilderness Tours, Inside Front Cover Wilno Craft Gallery, 14 Wilno Station & Country Kitchen, 34 PAGE 37 Welcome Welcome to a great golf experience in the Upper Ottawa Valley. Professionally-maintained golf course and fully-licensed facilities. We offer a relaxed atmosphere for golfers of all skill levels and abilities. We have a long-standing history of competitive champions, and . we have an equally long history of being a promoter of junior golf. Join us, for the day, or for the season. PEMBROKE GOLF CLUB ISLAND BRAE GOLF CLUB golf@pembrokegolfclub.ca | Phone: 613-732-1665 Phone: 613-732-9022 | golf@islandbraegolf.com www.pembrokegolfclub.ca www.islandbraegolf.com