Manitoulin Magazine - The Manitoulin Expositor

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MANITOULIN’S
MAGAZINE 2016
Day Trip Guides • Island Map • Ferry Schedule
Island Features • EVENTS GUIDE WITH POW WOW DATES
Published by
Day Trips Guide
Manitoulin’s Magazine • Page 1
Your holiday companion
Day Trips Guide
Welcome to Manitoulin
What’s inside?
Manitoulin’s
Magazine
W
The bow of the Chi-Cheemaun opens to let her passengers disembark.
e are glad you have claimed your of services or merchandise they offer. These
copy of Manitoulin’s Magazine, as guides are accompanied by a feature story on
we know it will be helpful as you plan some aspect of our Island life.
your days on the beautiful Manitoulin Island.
You could plan a good part of your Island
We have composed several suggested visit through our classified pages. You could
Island driving tours that will get you out eat, non-stop, at breakfasts, teas and dinners
exploring our highways and byways. We have hosted by our many service groups and
compiled an inventory of summer activities churches. You could “shop ‘til you drop” at
you may enjoy, such as our Island hiking the numerous Farmers’ Markets and yard
trails. And Manitoulin’s Magazine has quite sales. And you can be entertained almost
an extensive list of the summer celebrations every night at the various euchre parties,
taking place across the Island.
musical concerts and theatrical presentations
To really get the most out of your Island that occur during our summer months. All
visit may we suggest you pick up a copy of these events are listed in the Island’s weekly
our newspapers, the Manitoulin Expositor, newspapers.
published each Wednesday, and the
If the time is right you could even plan
Manitoulin West Recorder, published each the next stage of your life. The Manitoulin
Expositor carries an extensive real estate
Friday.
You will find out what is going on in a news section, listing everything from bush lots to
sense but there is also a great deal more than executive waterfront properties. We have a
that contained in our weekly newspapers. very nice lifestyle happening here and we are
Each summer we publish a Dining Guide and willing to share it.
a Summer Shopping Guide to familiarize you
Once again welcome to Manitoulin. We
with the names of various restaurants and sincerely hope you have a lovely, safe,
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businesses, and acquaint you with the type memorable holiday.
Manitoulin Day Trips
Ferry Schedule
page 12
Scenic Shores Drive
begins at Kagawong
pg. 11
One great party
after another
begins at South Baymouth
pg. 19
begins at Manitowaning
pg. 22
begins at Little Current
pg. 26
begins at Gore Bay
pg. 30
ISLAND
EVENTS GUIDE
Including
POW WOW
SCHEDULE
Starting on page 4
Picturesque Portage
Heritage Crossroads
Panorama Drive
Lighthouse Trail
Find yourself
on Manitoulin
Island map
pages 16 & 17
Manitoulin’s Magazine Features
Manitoulin
Expositor
Salmon Classic
Page 10
A useful holiday guide
to Manitoulin Island
distributed at no charge
courtesy of the advertisers.
Published by
The Manitoulin Expositor
P.O. Box 369
Little, Current, Ont.
P0P 1K0
Holiday Sports
& Activities
Page 18
The titles
Manitoulin’s Magazine,
This is Manitoulin
& The Manitoulin Day Trips Guide
are the property of
The Manitoulin Publishing Co. Ltd.
No portion of any of these publications
can be reproduced without the written
permission of the publisher.
Hiking Trails
Page 15
Photographs in this publication are courtesy
of the staff and friends of
The Manitoulin Publishing Co. Ltd.
Manitoulin’s
Magazine
Your family of
In Mindemoya,
Central Manitoulin
Manitoulin’s
largest, most
modern,
full-service
supermarket.
4 Full Service Deli
Prepared Hot Foods ready to go!
We make summer meal
preparation a snap!
4 Fresh
Meats
Cut your way
and BBQ-Ready!
4 Fresh
Produce
Fruits and Vegetables
second to none!
4 In-Store
Bakery
Freshly Baked Breads,
Rolls, Muffins, Cookies,
Cakes and Pies
In-Store LCBO Agency
Top it off with a complete selection of frozen foods, a huge grocery selection,
a cheery, friendly staff and a relaxed shopping experience and you have
Island Foodland - better than being at home!
Open 7 days a week • Phone (705) 377-6200
Day Trips Guide
Pharmacies
Conveniently located in Mindemoya,
Little Current & Manitowaning
Mindemoya (705) 377-5411
Little Current (705) 368-2530
Manitowaning (705) 859-2323
Complete, modern prescription services offered in each pharmacy.
Everything you would expect in a modern pharmacy
and MUCH MORE!
Guardian Pharmacies - for all your summer needs!
Be sure to visit the
Gift Boutique
in each store!
A wonderful selection
of gifts for any occasion!
• 10k and 14k Gold Jewellery
• Cosmetics and Fragrances
• Hallmark Cards
• Souvenirs
• Unique Post Cards
• Summer Toys and Games
and MUCH MORE!
Manitoulin Summer Celebrations 2016!
Manitoulin Island is well known for its friendly
communities and the hospitality that we provide
to visitors to our Island. The following events
are just some of the activities available. We
encourage locals and tourists alike to take
part in these events to support and experience
some of the rich culture and heritage that
Manitoulin Island Communities have to offer.
All are welcome! For further assistance with
planning your holiday on Manitoulin Island or
locating events or points of interest please refer
to www.thisismanitoulin.com or by visiting the
Manitoulin Welcome Centre in Little Current.
Please note we did our best to confirm the
accuracy of the information printed here,
unforeseen circumstances may alter times and
dates.
NEMI FARMERS’ MARKET
Every Saturday, 9am - noon
Downtown Little Current Waterfront
GORE BAY FARMERS’ MARKET
Every Friday 9am - 1pm
On the Waterfront in Gore Bay
MINDEMOYA MARKET
June 30 to September 8.
Saturdays 9am - 12:30pm at the Mindemoya
Arena. Call 705-377-4045.
ALL SUMMER
GREAT SPIRIT CIRCLE TRAIL
Cultural activities happening every day! This
summer try a guided canoe tour and hear the
legend of the Old Woman on Lake Mindemoya.
Start out from the headquarters of the Great
Spirit Circle Trail on Hwy 540 in M’Chigeeng.
CENTRAL MANITOULIN PIONEER MUSEUM,
June - September, Mondays to Fridays 1
pm to 4pm. Located on Yonge Street at the
Mindemoya Welcome Centre.
EUCHRE EVERY MONDAY
At 1:30pm with a tournament the last Monday
of the month at the Howland Seniors’ Hall in
Sheguiandah.
THE
CENTENNIAL
MUSEUM
OF
SHEGUIANDAH
Hours: Summer Daily - 9:30-4:30, Thursday 9:30-8 (free admission after 5 pm), Fall Hours:
Tuesday -Saturday- 9:30-4:30
Contact: 705-368-2367
PEPPER POINT GARDENS
Open to the public Wednesdays and Thursdays
10am - 4pm or by appointment. 174A Pepper
Point Rd., Sheguiandah. Call 705-368-3711
ASSIGINACK MUSEUM
This museum contains artifacts from the lives
of early settlers in the area. The grounds also
feature a schoolhouse, blacksmith shop and
barn. June to October Open Daily 10am-5pm
TRIANGLE SENIORS’ CLUB
Schedule for events at the Tehkummah
Seniors’ Hall in Tehkummah. Mondays at 8 pm,
Bingo; Thursdays at 8 pm, Euchre (tournament
every 3rd Thursday), Wednesdays at 1:30pm,
Cribbage.
GORE BAY MUSEUM
Dawson Street, Gore Bay
Monday-Saturday, 10am-4pm
Sunday, 2-4pm
MANITOULIN PICKLEBALL
at Little Current Recreation Centre: Monday,
Wednesday, Friday 10am to 12pm and
Thursday 6 to 8
LITTLE SCHOOL HOUSE MUSEUM
in South Baymouth is open May through Oct.
Extended hours during summer, also open by
appointment. Admission by donation.
“Group Tours welcome.”705-859-3663
TAOIST TAI CHI CLASS
Taoist Tai Chi continuing classes are held every
Friday morning 10 - noon at the Sheguiandah
Seniors Hall on the corner of Hwy. 6 & Townline
Road. You are welcome to visit or join anytime.
For more information, you can contact Wendy
at 705-368-3059.
SUMMER CHURCH SERVICES
The Sheguiandah United Church would like to
invite you to our summer church services at
11:30am during July & August Please join us
at our quaint little church on Townline Rd. and
Hwy. 6.
THE LITTLE CURRENT YACHT CLUB
Hosts Cruisers’ Network
(July and August). VHF Channel 71 broadcast
given each morning. Starts at 9am.
Visit: www.lcyc.ca
CHI-CHEEMAUN SUNSET DINNER CRUISE
Summer Schedule (June 17 to September 5):
From Tobermory - Mondays, Wednesdays and
Saturdays, 8:00 pm.
From South Baymouth - Thursday Evenings
Only, 5:50 pm. (Not available August 1,
2016, Civic Holiday Weekend) Fall Schedule
(September 6 to October 16): From Tobermory
- Fridays 6:10 p.m. (Not available October 7,
2016, Thanksgiving Weekend) Visit www.
ontarioferries.com for more information.
GOLF ALL SUMMER
RAINBOW RIDGE GOLF COURSE
Open 7 days a week. Tee off times reserved
based on availability. Rainbow Ridge Golf
Course, 26B Clover Valley Road, Manitowaning.
Schedule: Senior Ladies Mornings - Every
Monday starting at 9:30am (Shotgun Start)
Family Night - Every Monday afternoon - Starts
Monday July 6 (Book your tee time online)
Youth Night - Every Tuesday - starting at
4pm (Book your tee time online) Senior Men
Afternoons - Every Wednesday starting at
12:30pm (Shotgun Start) Ladies Night - Every
Wednesday starting at 5pm (Shotgun Start)
Mens Night - Every Thursday starting at 2pm
(Book your tee time online) Couples Night Fridays at 5:30pm (Shotgun Start)
MANITOULIN ISLAND COUNTRY CLUB
9 hole course, open daily to the public. 25 Golf
Course Road, Gore Bay.
Schedule: Tuesday, 4 pm, Men; Thursday, 5
pm, Ladies; Wednesday, 8 am , Men; Tuesdays
9 am, Ladies. Go to micc.gordonbarrieisland.ca
or call 705-282-2282 for info on upcoming golf
tournaments.
BROOKWOOD BRAE GOLF COURSE
9 hole course open daily to the public.
399 Ketchankookem Trail, Mindemoya.
Schedule: Tuesdays, 4:30 pm, Ladies;
Wednesday, 4:30 pm, Men; Thursdays, 8:30
am, Seniors; Fridays, Couples
JUNE
June 18-19
SHESHEGWANING
FIRST
NATION
TRADITIONAL POW WOW. Come out and
enjoy 2 days of Aboriginal Culture in dancing,
singing and drumming, authentic foods and
more.
June 18-19
TRADITIONAL
POW
WOW
IN
WIKWEMIKONG. Come out and enjoy 2
days of Aboriginal Culture in dancing, singing
and drumming, authentic foods and more at
Thunderbird Park.
JULY
July 1
LITTLE CURRENT CANADA DAY Summer
Fair in the downtown. 11AM to 5PM
MANITOWANING CANADA DAY celebrations
on the waterfront.
GORE BAY CANADA DAY celebrations. See
gorebay.ca for full list of events.
SOUTH BAYMOUTH CANADA DAY activities,
fireworks at the docks
PROVIDENCE BAY CANADA DAY activities at
the beach, fireworks finale
July 1- 4
STARGAZING MANITOULIN • Contact
rita@gordonspark.com, 705-859-2470 www.
gordonspark.com, 18777 Hwy 6, 13 minutes
from ChiCheemaun Ferry Docks!
MORE THAN JUST FLOORING
For all your
Flooring needs!
• Hardwood • Laminate
Serving Manitoulin Island, Espanola,
Massey & Nairn Center
• CALL US FIRST •
We will help you through your crisis.
First General Services is a 1st Response
Company, as well as a Restoration &
Repair Specialist
As a General Contractor we can also
look after all your needs for:
Decks, Siding, Windows and Doors
CALL US FOR AN ESTIMATE
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Email: firstgeneral1@bellnet.ca
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Little Current, On P0P1K0
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July 1- 2
PUBLIC ASTRONOMY • Contact rita@
gordonspark.com,
705-859-2470
www.
July 1-3
MINDEMOYA HOMECOMING WEEKEND.
Hosted by the Central Manitoulin Lions Club.
Car show, live music, The Mindemoya Classic
Triathlon and more!
July 5
2-4-1 MINI PUTT • Contact rita@gordonspark.
com, 705-859-2470 www.gordonspark.com,
18777 Hwy 6, 13 minutes from ChiCheemaun
Ferry Docks!
July 10
MANITOULIN COMMUNITY CHURCH’S 1
YEAR ANNIVERSARY in South Baymouth •
Free BBQ lunch & Old Fashioned Church picnic
games • Please bring lawn chairs
July 1 - 10
LACLOCHE COUNTRY ART SHOW
This juried art show in the Whitefish Falls
community centre, is a testament to the natural
inspiration provided by the surrounding area.
Visit www.willisville.ca
July 5 - FREE CAR WASH • Fire Hall •
Tehkummah
July 2
CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS in South
Baymouth • Silent Auction 10am-3pm • BBQ at
the Museum 11am-1pm • Parade 1:30pm • Fish
Fry Dinner - 5:00pm, John Budd Park
July 6
FREE YARD WORK DAY • Contact Manitoulin
Community Church in South Baymouth if you
need yard work done
July 10
SOLAR HEATING & COOKING, @ Maja’s,
learn how to build your own can heater,
diagram and temp iod incl. and see how to cook
with a solar oven, 10am-12pm, $65.00 tax incl./
person, 6152 Hwy542, Mindemoya. For details
and reservations see www.majas.ca or call 705
377 4471
July 2-3
SHEGUIANDAH
FIRST
NATION
TRADITIONAL POW WOW. Come out and
enjoy 2 days of Aboriginal Culture in dancing,
singing and drumming, authentic foods and
more. At the Pow Wow grounds off Hwy. 6
July 3
SOLAR HEATING & COOKING, @ Maja’s
Learn how to build your own can heater,
377 4471
July 4
PIONEER POTION @ Maja’s Your herbs and
weeds. Learn to plant, grow, cook and heal with
them. 6pm-7pm, $ 25.00 tax incl./per person,
6152 Hwy542, Mindemoya. For details and
reservations see www.majas.ca or call 705
377 4471
July 5-10
“WE LOVE THE ISLAND WEEK” at Manitoulin
Community Church in South Baymouth
July 5
KNOX CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT –
Rainbow Ridge Golf Course in Manitowaning.
July 7
ASTRONOMY NIGHT • Contact rita@
gordonspark.com,
705-859-2470
www.
July 7
FAMILY
BASEBALL
Diamonds • 6pm - 8pm
Tehkummah
Ball
July 8
NIGHT HIKE • Contact rita@gordonspark.com,
705-859-2470 www.gordonspark.com, 18777
Hwy 6, 13 minutes from ChiCheemaun Ferry
Docks!
July 9
PRINCE AND PRINCESS TEA • 10am 11:30am at Manitoulin Community Church in
South Baymouth
July 9
Providence Bay Annual Pork Barbecue held
at the Providence Bay Arena.
July 9
MOONLIGHT HIKE & WOLF HOWL • Contact
July 10-11
LIONS FEST
9am - 5pm Located at Gore Bay Curling Club.
Auction Starts at 6 pm
July 11
377 4471
July 12
Ferry Docks!
July 11-12
SAGAMOK ANISHNAWBEK TRADITIONAL
POW WOW. Come out and enjoy 2 days of
Aboriginal Culture in dancing, singing and
drumming, authentic foods and more. Off Hwy
17 at Massey
July 12
ERROL LEE SINGER performing at Manitoulin
Community Church in South Baymouth •
10:30am • Free BBQ lunch to follow
July 13
GOURMET GARDEN GIG @ Maja’s Wonderful
four course meal from our organic garden to
your plate, paired with great live music. 6pm9pm. 6152 Hwy542, Mindemoya. For details
and reservations see www.majas.ca or call
705 377 4471
July 13
DESSERT NIGHT AND AUCTION – St. Paul’s
Church in Manitowaning. 6:00pm
July 13
ANNUAL BIG LAKE FISH FRY. Held at Big
Lake Schoolhouse, off Hwy 542 on Silver Bay
Road, Big Lake
July 14
gordonspark.com,
705-859-2470
www.
July 15-16
KAGAWONG SUMMER FEST
Silent Auction, Pancake Breakfast, Kids
Games, Scavenger Hunt, Boardwalk Art Walk,
Word in the Park, Barbeque, Farmer’s Market,
Auto Show & Shine.
July 15-16
MANITOWANING SUMMERFEST
Manitowaning
Arena,
Fairgrounds
and
Racetrack, sponsored by the SE Manitoulin
Lions Club.
July 15
NIGHT HIKE • Contact rita@gordonspark.com,
705-859-2470 www.gordonspark.com, 18777
Hwy 6, 13 minutes from ChiCheemaun Ferry
Docks!
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Day Trips Guide
Mon. - Fri. 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Sat. 8 am - 4 pm
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July 15-17
RIDE MANITOULIN 2016 MOTORCYCLE
RALLY Celebrate our diversity and unique
nature as you ride your motorcycle over the
highways and biways of Manitoulin Island. All
classes of motorcycles and riders are welcome.
Providence Bay Fair Grounds, the 3rd weekend
in July. Visit www.ridemanitoulin.ca.
July 17
SOLAR HEATING & COOKING @ Maja’s
377 4471
July 16
705 377 4471
July 18
377 4471
July 16
PANCAKE BRUNCH – Knox Church Hall in
Manitowaning – 9 am – 11:30am
July 19
Ferry Docks!
July 16
July 17-19
21ST ANNUAL MANITOULIN FINE ARTS
TOUR Old homesteads, rivers, lakes, Native
legends and wildlife are a few things you will
see on and off the canvas on this tour. Come
enjoy a scenic drive and see first hand what
inspires these talented local artists while
visiting them at unique studios dotted across
the largest freshwater island in the world. This
is a 3 day self-guided artists studio tour which
includes photographers, painters, sculptors,
potters and more from across Manitoulin Island
and runs from 11am - 4pm each day. Maps are
available all over the Island in tourism booths,
gas stations, restaurants and stores. www.
manitoulinart.com
July 20
GOURMET GARDEN GIG @ Maja’s wonderful
705 377 4471
July 20
TURKEY DINNER – Knox Church Hall in
Manitowaning – Reservations required – two
settings 5:00 – 6:30pm
July 21
gordonspark.com,
705-859-2470
www.
July 22-24
GORE
BAY
HARBOUR
DAYS
Live
entertainment, activities and more! Visit www.
gorebay.ca
July 22
NIGHT HIKE • Contact rita@gordonspark.
Ferry Docks!
July 23
MYSTIC FAIR in Kagawong from 9:30am to
3:00pm.
July 23-August 7
IN THE SPIRIT OF TOM THOMSON & THE
GROUP OF SEVEN at Perivale Gallery from
10am to 5pm daily.
July 23
705 377 4471
July 23
July 24
FAIRVIEW UNITED CHURCH ANNIVERSARY
- 11:30am, Tehkummah
July 24
377 4471
July 18
377 4471
July 26
Ferry Docks!
July 27
705 377 4471
July 27
FLOWER SHOW & LUNCHEON Assiginack
Horticultural Society at Knox United Church
Hall in Manitowaning at 12 Noon
July 28-31
49TH ANNUAL HAWEATER WEEKEND. A
weekend of fun for the whole family in Little
Current hosted by the Little Current Lions
Club! For more information please visit www.
thisismanitoulin.ca.
July 28
gordonspark.com,
705-859-2470
www.
July 29
NIGHT HIKE • For information contact rita@
gordonspark.com,
705-859-2470
www.
July 30
705 377 4471
Home, Cottage, Camp:
We’re here for you!
Help is close to Home
CUSTOM KITCHENS
SUMMER ESSENTIALS
PAINT & SUPPLIES
BUILDING SUPPLIES
DECKS & RAILINGS • PLUMBING • LIGHTING & FIXTURES
POWER TOOLS • LAWN MOWERS • GARDENING ESSENTIALS • HOME DECOR
AND SO MUCH MORE!
Highway 6, Manitowaning
705-859-3105
FAX: 859-2006
manmil@amtelecom.net
Day Trips Guide
ASK ABOUT THE
HOME HARDWARE
HOMECARD!
Save money, finance your home
renovation projects and win
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July 30
CIVIC HOLIDAY BAKE SALE & BBQ at
the Little School House Museum in South
Baymouth
July 30
ASTRONOMY NIGHT • For information contact
July 30, 31 and August 1
WIKWEMIKONG
UNCEDED
INDIAN
RESERVE 56TH CULTURAL FESTIVAL AND
drumming, authentic foods and more.
July 31
ST. ANDREW’S BY-THE-SEA UNITED
CHURCH ANNIVERSARY - 11:30am, South
Baymouth
July 31
FREE CARNIVAL DAY AND HOT DOG
LUNCH at Manitoulin Community Church in
South Baymouth • 1pm - 4pm
July 31
SOLAR HEATING & COOKING, @ Maja’s,
learn how to build your own can heater,
377 4471
August 7
377 4471
August 8
377 4471
August 9
Ferry Docks!
August 10
705 377 4471
August 12, 13
PUBLIC ASTRONOMY & LASER SKY TOUR
• Contact rita@gordonspark.com, 705-8592470 www.gordonspark.com, 18777 Hwy 6, 13
minutes from ChiCheemaun Ferry Docks!
August 12 – 15 – PERSEIDS PARTY • Contact
August 13
705 377 4471
August 13 HIGH TEA – Knox Church Hall in Manitowaning
- beginning at 11:30am, outdoor vendors are
welcome
August 14
377 4471
August 15
377 4471
August 16
Ferry Docks!
July 31
AUGUST
August 1
COOKIE & PIE SALE at St. Paul’s Anglican
Church 9:00am in Manitowaning. Please visit
www.assiginack.ca for more details.
August 1-5
FREE KIDS CAMP at Manitoulin Community
Church in South Baymouth • 9:30am-12:00pm
• Ages 4-11
August 1
377 4471
August 2
Ferry Docks!
August 3
705 377 4471
August 4
gordonspark.com,
705-859-2470
www.
August 5, 6
August 5-8
MANITOULIN STAR PARTY • Contact rita@
gordonspark.com,
705-859-2470
www.
August 6
705 377 4471
August 7
MEMORIAL SERVICE & PICNIC • Hilly Grove
Cemetery, Hwy 6 south of Manitowaning •
2:00pm
Day Trips Guide
18 Hole Championship Golf Course
Indoor Golf Academy
Licensed Establishment
Great Tournaments & Outings
Lessons & More
Book a Tee Time Now
1 (888) 959-6372
rainbowridgegolfcourse.com
August 17
GOURMET GARDEN GIG @ Maja’s Wonderful four course
meal from our organic garden to your plate, paired with great live
music. 6pm-9pm. 6152 Hwy542, Mindemoya. For details and
reservations see www.majas.ca or call 705 377 4471
August 26-28
ZHIIBAAHAASING FIRST NATION TRADITIONAL POW
WOW. Come out and enjoy 2 days of Aboriginal Culture in
dancing, singing and drumming, authentic foods and more. Off
Hwy 540 in Western Manitoulin
August 18
ASTRONOMY NIGHT • Contact rita@gordonspark.com, 705859-2470 www.gordonspark.com, 18777 Hwy 6, 13 minutes
August 26
NIGHT HIKE
• Contact rita@gordonspark.com, 705-8592470 www.gordonspark.com, 18777 Hwy 6, 13 minutes from
ChiCheemaun Ferry Docks!
August 19-20
MURDER MYSTERY DINNER at Knox United Church Hall in
Manitowaning. More info closer to date
August 27
WHITETAIL DEER SHOW Assiginack Community Centre in
Manitowaning from 10am – 3pm
August 19-21
THE PROVIDENCE BAY AGRICULTURAL FAIR Parade,
Midway, Ambassador Pageant, motocross races, live
entertainment and much more. At the fairgrounds in Providence
Bay.
August 27
ASSIGINCK CURLING CLUB GOLF TOURNAMENT –
Rainbow Ridge in Manitowaning.
August 19
NIGHT HIKE • Contact rita@gordonspark.com, 705-8592470 www.gordonspark.com, 18777 Hwy 6, 13 minutes from
August 20-21
WHITEFISH RIVER FIRST NATION TRADITIONAL POW
WOW. Come out and enjoy 2 days of Aboriginal Culture in
dancing, singing and drumming, authentic foods and more. Off
Hwy 6 on Sunshine Alley, at the base of Dreamer’s Rock, Birch
Island
August 20
MOONLIGHT HIKE & WOLF HOWL • Contact rita@
gordonspark.com, 705-859-2470 www.gordonspark.com, 18777
Hwy 6, 13 minutes from ChiCheemaun Ferry Docks!
August 27
August 27
MOONLIGHT HIKE & WOLF HOWL • Contact rita@
gordonspark.com, 705-859-2470 www.gordonspark.com, 18777
Hwy 6, 13 minutes from ChiCheemaun Ferry Docks!
August 27
ANNUAL RIB AND CORN DINNER. Hosted by the Providence
Bay/Spring Bay Lions club. Our dinner is held on August 27th at
5pm to 7:30 and is held at the Providence Bay arena. It is one
of our biggest fund raisers and a great way to end the summer
August 28
SOLAR HEATING & COOKING, @ Maja’s, learn how to build
your own can heater, diagram and temp iod incl. and see how
to cook with a solar oven, 10am-12pm, $65.00 tax incl./person,
6152 Hwy542, Mindemoya. For details and reservations see
www.majas.ca or call 705 377 4471
August 29
PIONEER POTION @ Maja’s your herbs and weeds learn to
plant, grow, cook and heal with them. 6pm-7pm, $ 25.00 tax
incl./per person, 6152 Hwy542, Mindemoya. For details and
August 30
2-4-1 MINI PUTT • Contact rita@gordonspark.com, 705-8592470 www.gordonspark.com, 18777 Hwy 6, 13 minutes from
Manitoulin is
Golf Country
August 20
August 7
SOLAR HEATING & COOKING, @ Maja’s Learn how to build
your own can heater, diagram and temp iod incl. and see how
to cook with a solar oven, 10am-12pm, $65.00 tax incl./person,
6152 Hwy542, Mindemoya. For details and reservations see
www.majas.ca or call 705 377 4471
August 22
PIONEER POTION @ Maja’s Your herbs and weeds. Learn to
plant, grow, cook and heal with them. 6pm-7pm, $ 25.00 tax
incl./per person, 6152 Hwy542, Mindemoya. For details and
August 23
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August 24
August 25
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MANITOULIN ISLAND
COUNTRY CLUB
A 9 hole, par 36, licenced course
overlooking Lake Mindemoya.
Clubhouse, restaurant, pro shop, rentals.
Course and adjacent cottage resort,
owned and operated
by the Seabrook family.
Offering golf / fishing / accommodation
packages.
Mindemoya, ON Canada P0P 1S0
This 9 hole, par 36 public course is located
2km South of Gore Bay in a beautiful
pastoral setting with three sets of tees.
Licenced restaurant open to the public, pro
shop, rentals and Stay & Play packages.
Groomed cross-country ski trails in the
off-season.
25 Golf Course Road, Gore Bay
(705) 377-4979
micc.gordonbarrieisland.ca
(705) 282 2282
August 31-September 3
RUMMAGE SALE at Knox United Church Hall
in Manitowaning. Starts at 10am
September 30-Oct 3
ASTROPHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND (Capture
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Ferry Docks!
August 31
705 377 4471
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SEPTEMBER
October 7 – 10
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September 1
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www.
October 7- 9
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• Ramakko’s • Trailside Sports • Online at www.fishmanitoulin.com or by calling 1-705-368-2744
PROVIDENCE BAY
TENT & TRAILER PARK
MOXY’S
Township of
Assiginack
Bait & Tackle
MELDRUM BAY
MARINA
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LIONS CLUB
McCulloch
Insurance
Huron
Motor Lodge
LITTLE
CURRENT
LIONS CLUB
Carl’s
Trading Post
Don Eadie
Construction
BJ’S & ADDISON’S
My Friends Inn Motel
ISLAND BUSINESS CENTRE
Little Current, Ontario
(705) 368-1460
MAC’S
CAMP
McKenzie Carpentry
Ellie’s Cleaning
Little Current Medical Associates
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Blaine Armstrong LLB
Barrister & Solicitor
Sullivan’s Cottages
Doug’s Barber Shop
J. James Bousquet Realty Inc., Brokerage
Linda McDonald Barrister and Solicitor
Acme Motors
Lake Kagawong Family Cabins
Scenic Shores
Drive
Central Island tour of:
• Kagawong • M’Chigeeng
• Mindemoya • Dryden’s Corners
• Spring Bay • Perivale • Ice Lake
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2222 Hwy 551 in downtown Mindemoya
Quality Pet Food • Accessories
T
his trip starts in Kagawong and travels through central
Manitoulin touching on three of Manitoulin’s inland lakes
- Ice Lake, Lake Mindemoya and Lake Kagawong, plus
the North Channel of Lake Huron.
Kagawong is an Ojibwe word which translates to “where
mists rise from the falling water” of course referring to
beautiful Bridal Veil Falls, Kagawong’s magnificent treasure
and one of Manitoulin’s most prominent natural landmarks.
Either before or after your driving trip be sure to take ample
time to explore this little village of Kagawong.
You will start your adventure in the parking lot of The Old
Mill, the most prominent building on the waterfront, which
houses a Heritage Centre showcasing the history of Billings
Township, an art gallery and public washrooms. If you wish
to explore on foot for a while be sure to take in the beach
and marina, the lighthouse and the wonderful late 1800
architecture. Hunt’s Store can provide you with fixings for a
picnic or snacks for your journey. The Park Centre grounds
abound with family activities; a giant board game, a cedar
maze and a stone maze for small children. There is also a
lovely hiking trail which runs along the Kagawong River
between the river’s mouth and the falls.
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Come stay the night or stay a week!
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Private Sandy Beach • Children's Playground • Recreation Hall
Horseshoes • Croquet • Volleyball • Badminton
Boat Rentals: Choose a canoe, kayak, paddleboat, row boat or a boat with motor.
Head out to fish or explore the shorelines of Ice Lake.
Centrally located for you to enjoy the Magic of Manitoulin:
memorable Island beauty spots, nearby golf, tennis and horseback riding, plus many special summer events!
Your hosts: Lena and Franco
(705)282-2616 or 1-800-683-6994
11059 Hwy 540, Gore Bay ON P0P 1H0
8 kilometres east of Gore Bay on Highway 540
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www.evergreenresort.on.ca
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Natural Destinations - Manitoulin Island
Scenic Shores
Drive
SHOP
in Mindemoya
One of Northern Ontario’s largest selections
of hunting, fishing and camping gear:
“We have things you didn’t know you needed!”
A traditional outfitters store.
705-377-5748
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Back to the parking lot to begin your drive. Exit the lot and directing you to 53 Corbiere Road and the Neon Raven Gallery,
turn right onto Old Mill Road then shortly turn left onto Main home of the Beam family of artists.
Street. Proceed up past the wonderful century-old buildings
Across the highway behind a stately stand of pine trees
until you come to a stop sign. Proceed straight and you are you will find the Jesuit Mission Church of the Immaculate
now on Highway 540 going east. Make note of the parking lot Conception. If you and your family are ready for a few minutes
soon appearing on your left. It is located beside the river at of quiet contemplation you are welcome to visit the uniquely
the top of the fall. The falls are a must see for any Manitoulin beautiful place of worship.
vacation. Across the road from the parking lot is Bridal Veil
Continue south on Highway 551 and soon you will pass by
Esso, a convenience store and gas bar, located on the east Cross Hill Road. Look up to your right to see a towering white
side of the Kagawong River.
cross, reputed to be a vision marker.
Follow Highway 540 up and around out of Kagawong and
Soon you will be skirting the shore of Lake Mindemoya. You’ll
head for M’Chigeeng First Nation. Before long you will be pass a lovely picnic facility, which offers a view of Treasure
traveling along a straight-as-an-arrow portion of the highway Island resting there in the middle of Lake Mindemoya.
through pastureland locally known as the Billings Stretch.
You will soon be faced with the choice of continuing straight
Halfway up the hill on the other side of the Billings Stretch you on Highway 551 into the centre of the village of Mindemoya
will be entering the M’Chigeeng First Nation. Continue on until or again seeking out the shore of Lake Mindemoya by turning
you reach the intersection with Highway 551.
right at Hill Road.
The Trip Into Town
To visit the headquarters of the Great Spirit Circle Trail
If you opt to continue straight on Highway 551 Scott’s
continue on Hwy 540 for a short distance. They are on
your right. Drop in and find out about the many interesting Veterinary Service; then Manitoulin Inn, a motel offering very
comfortable accommodations; then a hospital, Manitoulin
experiences they offer to the curious vacationer.
Just across Hwy 540 you will find Lillian’s Crafts and Health Centre, Mindemoya Site, all will appear on your left. As
Museum. She has a vast collection of crafts on display and you continue on look to your right to see the Central Manitoulin
for sale.
Welcome Centre. Note a small covered bridge spanning a
Backtrack to Highway 551 and turn left. Immediately to narrow gorge and leading to a log cabin. The paths behind the
your right you will see the Ojibwe Cultural Foundation. The cabin abound with wild flowers. This is Pioneer Park and can
OCF houses a collection of Ojibwe artifacts, an art gallery be accessed through the welcome centre. Kat’s Pet Supplies
will soon appear on your left.
featuring Woodland artists and a gift shop.
At the intersection of Hwy 551 and Hwy 542 consider
M’Chigeeng has at least four privately operated art galleries
and one other craft museum, Lillian’s, so M’Chigeeng offers yourself in the heart of Mindemoya, the hub of Manitoulin.
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Day Trips Guide
Market; then the Old School Yard Park with its bandshell,
whimsical benches and waterfall, then the municipal office and
library. The Roosterant, on your right, is a source for a great
homecooked meal; and then Jack’s Agricultural Museum, a
private museum featuring a comprehensive collection of the
agricultural implements of the twentieth century including
a fascinating look at the evolution of the traction engine or
“tractor”. These village features are found on your left.
Across the road from Jack’s Museum is the entrance to
the Wagg’s Woods nature trail. Next you will find the friendly
Scenic Shores
Drive
helpful folks at Island Animal Hospital. A little further along
Hwy 542 you will find the new Mindemoya Home Hardware
complex.
Back at the town’s main intersection and a short distance
up Yonge St. is the shopping complex of Mindemoya Guardian
Pharmacy and the large, well stocked supermarket, Island
Foodland.
There are interesting shops and landmarks along Hwy
542/551 to the west of the village’s main intersection. On
your right is Maja’s garden & retail outlet for things delicious,
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Centrally located in Mindemoya
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Saturdays
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THE MUNICIPALITY OF
CENTRAL MANITOULIN
EXPLORE THE VILLAGES OF:
Yearly Community Events
Farmers Market – May – 2nd week of October, every Saturday at the Mindemoya Arena
Blue Grass Festival – 2nd weekend of June, Providence Bay Fairground
Pearson Cup Softball Tournament – Father’s Day Weekend, Mindemoya
Homecoming Weekend – Canada Day Weekend, Mindemoya
Canada Day Festivities – July 1st, Discovery Centre – Providence Bay
Annual Fish Fry – 2nd Wednesday in July, Big Lake Schoolhouse
Providence Bay Annual Pork Barbecue – 2nd Saturday in July, Providence Bay Arena
Ride Manitoulin Motorcycle Rally – 3rd Weekend in July, Providence Bay Fairgrounds
Hillbilly Steak Supper – 2nd Wednesday in August, Big Lake Schoolhouse
Providence Bay Fall Fair – 3rd Weekend in August, Providence Bay Fairgrounds
Annual Pancake Breakfast – Sunday of the Providence Bay Fair Weekend, Providence Bay Hall
Spring Bay Blooper Ball Tournament – Weekend following Labour Day, Spring Bay
Providence Bay Annual Fowl Supper – Mid-November, Providence Bay Hall
Journey to Bethlehem – First full weekend of December, Mindemoya Missionary Church
Enjoy the restaurants, accommodations, camping
and fishing that abound within our borders.
For more information visit the Municipality of Central Manitoulin
Welcome Centre on Hwy 551 or call (705) 377-5726
www.centralmanitoulin.ca
Day Trips Guide
Providence Bay
• Beautiful Beach and Boardwalk
• Wharf on Lake Huron
• Discovery Centre
Open June through August
7 days per week with exhibits
explaining the geological,
archeological and historical
aspects of Manitoulin Island
• Children’s Summer Fun Program
Mindemoya
• Golf Course
• Gift and Specialty Shops
• Museums • Walking Trails
• Public Library with Internet Access
• Parks • Churches
Spring Bay
With its antique and art shops
Sandfield/Big Lake
The gateway to Lake Manitou
Scenic Shores
Drive
organic and sustainable. Maja also holds workshops and
special events. Next, you will find the Up Top Sports Shop
located on the second floor of Williamson’s Hardware. Here
you will find all those toys and necessities that you just need
for a successful camping, cottage or resort vacation. Shortly
you will see St. Francis of Assisi Anglican Church. This stone
church has a most interesting history and a splendid interior.
Check it out.
NW
North Wind Adventure
“Experience Kagawong”
Rentals
Located at the Kagawong Marina
on Manitoulin Island (North Channel)
705-507-2810
info@northwindadventure.com
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Facebook
and at northwindadventure.com
The Trip Along The Lake
If you have chosen to reconnect with the shores of Lake
Mindemoya turn right onto Hill Road and follow it down to
Lake Mindemoya.
With Lake Mindemoya on your right drive south along
Ketchankookum Trail past many private cottages, Brookwood
Brae Golf Course, Pirate’s Cove Cottages and a municipal
park, beach, dock and boat launch. You leave the shores of
Lake Mindemoya and go up a hill to travel through an area of
farmland until you meet Lakeshore Road and then Highway
542/551.
The actual trip route will have you turn right onto Lakeshore
Road but at this point you also have the chance to turn left
onto Highway 542/551 and return to explore Mindemoya. We
refer you back several paragraphs to where we outline some
of the delights of a visit to Mindemoya.
You are now heading westward along the south shore of
Lake Mindemoya through cottage country. Enjoy this pleasant,
relaxed byway. Before you know it you will be back joining up
with Highway 542/551 and heading west to the intersection
known as Dryden’s Corner. But there are things to see before
you get there. You’ll pass a very picturesque roadside picnic
area and then you will cross a bridge over the Mindemoya
River as it leaves Lake Mindemoya to wind its way down to
the Lake Huron shore at Providence Bay.
Highway 542/551 will soon intersect with Monument Road.
This intersection is known as Monument Corner for not only is
the Manitoulin District Cenotaph located here but you will also
find memorials to the Merchant Marine, Youth in Partnership
with Veterans, Women Veterans and a Veteran’s Memorial
Garden. This quiet peaceful oasis gives you a glimpse at the
enormous impact the global conflicts of the twentieth century
have had on Manitoulin.
Continue on and at Dryden’s Corner turn right onto
Highway 542 and head for Spring Bay. Before long you will
see the windmills to your left. These two windmills represent
Manitoulin’s entry into the era of generating electricity through
the power of the wind.
At the hamlet of Spring Bay turn right onto Perivale Road
East and proceed through a pretty landscape to the south
shore of Lake Kagawong. A right turn, staying on Perivale
Road East, will take you to the treasures for sale in the Perivale
Gallery, where original fine art by Canadian artists and artisans
is featured in delightful surroundings. Then follow Perivale
Road West around Lake Kagawong then out to meet up with
Highway 542 again. Turn right onto Hwy 542 and head north
through farm country and forest until you come to the Emery
Road. Please note that the Manitoulin Island Country Club, a
public, nine hole golf course is located a short distance further
along, left off Hwy 542.
Turn right onto Emery Road for a delightful drive along the
west shore of Ice Lake. When Emery Road meets Highway
540 turn right continuing to skirt Ice Lake for a while longer.
Evergreen Resort is located just past the causeway on
your right. Here you will find many recreation possibilities,
including a heated pool.
Soon you will be approaching the sharp turn in Highway 540
that signals the highways accommodation for the Kagawong
River. A left turn here will take you back down to the heart of
Kagawong where you started out.
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and
Offering Traditional Items by First Nation Artists
We carry the largest selection of Quillwork on Manitoulin Island, featuring
the work of Local Artists, a variety of Birch Bark Items, Deerskins,
Moosehide Products, Sweetgrass Items, Bracelets, Purses, Vests
and of course...Moccasins!
When visiting Manitoulin Island
stop by and visit our Museum!
Explore our permanent collection of:
• Large Porcupine Quill Baskets
• Pottery
• Beadwork
• Antler Carvings and Art by Local Artists
• Caribou Tufting, Fish Scale Art and
Birch Bark Biting from the North
We also host on-site Video Displays of
• Porcupine Quill Basket Making
• Various Styles of Beadwork
• Pow Wow Dance Styles
• Drumming and Grand Entry
OUR FEATURED ARTISTS
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Hike these Trails
Manitoulin has many hiking trails which take anywhere from a couple of hours to a full day, requiring various degrees of fitness.
For the casual walker, there are nature trails and boardwalks in and around many of the towns.
McLean’s Park
This verdant 100-acre park is located on New England Road, a sideroad off Hwy 6 mid-way
between Manitowaning and South Baymouth. The park, about 3km along the New England Rd.
features hiking trails based on ancient logging paths. Hardwood bush with some huge trees.
The walk takes about 1.5 hours.
Sheshegwaning – Nimkees and Little Thunder Hiking Trails
North of Silver Water, off Highway 540, the Sheshegwaning First Nations has developed 20
km of trails, which can be enjoyed in several sections, some offering wonderful views of the
North Channel. There are facilities for camping and picnicking. Trail maps are available at the
Band office or at the Gas/Convenience store at the trailhead. Allow 3 to 6 hours.
Mississagi Lighthouse
Located at the lighthouse near Meldrum Bay are several short trails that follow the craggy
shoreline over flat limestone ledges, around enormous boulders and through rock fissures.
Wildflowers and birds abound, and the trails offer fine views of Lake Huron. Allow 1 to 2 hours.
Gordon’s Park
On Hwy 6, just north of Hwy 542, this private park offers a nature interpretive centre with
three complimentary hiking trails through five different eco systems, (wetland, forest, meadow,
pond, escarpment).
Wagg’s Woods
Right off one of Mindemoya’s main streets, Hwy 542, Wagg’s Woods is located almost directly
across the street from the municipal office and library building. Features maple, basswood,
birch and ash. Moss climbs the cliffs, which are part of the Niagara escarpment. Watch for 15
different species of fern. Allow 1 hour.
The Lewis Twin Peaks Hiking Trail
This trail is in Sheguiandah and is accessible from the west side of Hwy 6, just across from
Paradise Motel. Approximately 2km in length and a relatively easy hike, the trail nevertheless
provides two quite spectacular views of Bass Lake and the North Channel. The lookouts are on
Quartzite outcrops. Allow 1 to 1.5 hours.
Cup and Saucer
Eighteen km. west of Little Current, at the junction of Highway 540 and the Bidwell Road, is
the well-known Cup and Saucer trail. With its 2 km of dramatic 70 metre cliffs and breathtaking
views, up to 12 km of hiking trails, and the 2 km adventure trail, it is one of the most popular
trails in Ontario. Anywhere from 1.5 to 4 hours.
Other Trails
For a more complete inventory of the hiking opportunities on Manitoulin pick up the folder,
Manitoulin Island Hiking Trails, put out by the Manitoulin Trail Blazers and the Escarpment
Biosphere Conservancy and available at Island tourism information centres.
Island
Adventure
Bridal Veil Falls
This trail is located on Highway 540 at the entrance to Kagawong. A picnic area at the top
of the falls leads down to the base of the falls, and the trail follows both sides of the stream to
the bay. While you are there, take a dip in the falls, and take the walking tour of the old town.
Allow 1 to 2 hours.
Outfitters and
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Bebamikawe Memorial Trail
Located at the end of Beach Road in Wikwemikong, this trail is 14 km of easy to intermediate
trails, spectacular lookouts and educational signage. The Outdoor Fitness Park section of the
trail is a double track, granular surfaced trail with five fitness stations equipped with outdoor
fitness equipment so that trail users can take advantage of resistance training in a scenic
natural environment. Call (705)859-3477 for more information.
Misery Bay
Get out and explore the Island
Misery Bay Nature Reserve Park is a 1005 hectare provincial park on the south shore of
Manitoulin Island, a ten minute drive west of Evansville. There are seven trails between 1 km
and 5 km which feature mixed woodland, old beach ridges, and rare alvars. A visitor centre/
intrepretive centre provides information on the unique and rare aspects of this park. Allow 2 to
4 hours. For more information visit www.miserybay.org.
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Holiday Sports and Activities Island-Wide
Learn, play or fish all day!
On Manitoulin Island there are many activities to occupy leisure hours.
Here’s a sampling of some of the activities available:
Golf
Golf is a very important holiday pastime on Manitoulin,
hosted by three excellent courses.
Mindemoya’s Brookwood Brae Golf Course, established
in 1964, has the distinction of being Manitoulin’s first golf
course. It is family owned and operated by the Seabrooks.
This challenging 9 hole, par 36 course on Lake Mindemoya’s
Ketchankookem Trail boasts a fully licenced course with air
conditioned clubhouse. Pro shop. Club and cart rentals.
Manitoulin Island Country Club is located in a pastoral
setting just 1 km south of Gore Bay on Hwy 542. The 9 hole,
par 36 course is set on rolling terrain with treed fairways.
There is water, (two ponds), on the course which also features
3 sets of keys, (yellow, white and red). Golfing at Manitoulin
Island Country Club is ‘open’. There is a licenced clubhouse,
a restaurant and a small pro shop. Power and pull carts and
club rentals available.
Located mid-way between Manitoulin’s oldest
communities, the Rainbow Ridge Golf Course allows you and
your family to explore the rich heritage of the Manitowaning
and Wikwemikong communities while enjoying a day on
this 18 hole championship course. The course features nine
challenging water holes as well as large greens and several
sand traps. After a game, visitors are invited to relax in the
fully licenced restaurant. Club and cart rentals are available.
There is one 18 hole mini putt courses on Manitoulin. At
Gordon’s Park, Hwy 6 just north of Hwy 542 in Tehkummah.
Water Activities
Whatever water activities you enjoy - fishing, canoeing,
water-skiing, wind-surfing, swimming or just beachcombing
- there’s always the chance to pursue them on Manitoulin
Island.
As an island, of course, Manitoulin is surrounded by water
and the island itself contains perhaps 100 lakes including the
three largest ones: Manitou, Kagawong and Mindemoya. On
most lakes, the shoreline is easily reached from public roads
running to or alongside the water.
Many communities have improved their shorelines by
providing sandy swimming beaches, boat ramps and picnic
spots. There are public docks at all the larger ports, and
waterfront resorts maintain beaches and boating facilities
for their guests. Boardwalks in Gore Bay and Providence Bay
make the waterfront easily accessible for all, including those
who use wheelchairs. Little Current boasts an easy access
waterfront trail and a well-developed beach, sports fields,
skateboard park, walking trail and park area, at Low Island
Park.
The Ontario Ministry of Transportation has provided picnic
areas at a number of popular Island beauty spots including
Ten Mile Point off Highway 6 between Little Current and
Manitowaning; two locations on Lake Mindemoya, east
and west of the village; Bridal Veil Falls on Highway 540 in
Kagawong; and Indian Point Bridge on Highway 540 near
Evansville. Each of these spots includes picnic tables, parking
spaces and privies and are now able to be used by persons
in wheelchairs.
Tennis
There are two courts at the NEMI Recreation Centre on
Highway 6 South, just outside Little Current; two courts in
Manitowaning beside the arena and near the race track;
two courts in Mindemoya behind the Community Centre;
two courts on the Gore Bay waterfront; and four courts at
Manitoulin Secondary School in M’Chigeeng.
Cycling
Manitoulin Island’s picturesque backroads are popular with
cyclists. Vehicle traffic is generally light, although cyclists are
warned to let ferry traffic get well ahead of them on Highway
6, and to watch out for unique features like logging trucks,
slow-moving farm vehicles, and the occasional cattle drive.
MTO, (Ministry of Transportation Ontario), has recently begun
a program of creating paved shoulders on Hwy 6 to create
a more friendly experience for bicylists. -MICA- (Manitoulin
Island Cycling Advocates) has created a great new cycling
map for Manitoulin, readily available for a nominal fee.
Learn more about cycling on Manitoulin by visiting www.
manitoulincycling.com.
Several experienced canoe guides offer services that outfit
and guide the adventurer on water excursions, including into
Killarney Provincial Park. Inquire at the Manitoulin Gateway
Information Centre in Little Current, (705)368-3021; Saulteaux
Enterprises in Sagamok, (705)865-1134 or contact Killarney
Provincial Park at (705)287-2900.
Chi-Cheemaun Sunset Dinner Cruise
The Chi-Cheemaun also operates as a cruise ship with
sunset dining cruises available throughout the season. Spring
and fall you are invited to dine Friday evenings. During July
and August the dinner cruises are on Monday, Wednesday,
Thursday and Saturday evenings. For full details and dinner
cruise reservations call 1-800-265-3163
Birdwatching
Manitoulin Island is the Pelee Island of the north with over
314 species of migrating birds during the spring and fall. Join
the Friends of Misery Bay and the Manitoulin Nature Club for
their annual bird counts and on their Sandhill Crane watch
every October. Gordon’s Park on Hwy. 6 just north of Hwy 542
provides overnight guests with a self guided birding map and
tour of the NorthSouthWest hotspots of the island.
Trail Rides
Everybody loves a horse and there are several businesses
on Manitoulin that cater to this fancy. Gentle horses and
experienced trail guides will help you and your party spend
a memorable hour or afternoon seeing lovely vistas from the
advantage of horse-height. For information on Manitoulin’s
trail riding adventures, contact Honora Bay Riding Stable (see
ad below) or Kicking Mule Ranch.
Archery
Gordon’s Park, on Hwy 6 just north of Hwy 542, has an
archery shooting lane with bow and arrow rentals for all ages.
Astronomy
Gordon’s Park on Hwy 6, just north of Hwy 542 hosts
Astronomy Nights on Thursdays during July and August.
Consult our events schedule for other astronomy events and
activities at Gordon’s Park this summer. www.gordonspark.
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Farmers’ Markets
There are weekly markets spring, summer and fall in each
of Mindemoya, Little Current, Gore Bay, Manitowaning and
Kagawong where shoppers can find local produce, baking,
crafts and gifts.
All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Tourism
Many Northerners view ATV tourism as a natural activity to
draw outdoor riders of all persuasions. Wikwemikong First
Nation is the venue to get in on this recreational pursuit. ATV
fans revel in a riding experience that can take place eight
months of the year. Contact Wawaskesh Wilderness ATV Tours
for your Manitoulin ATV adventure.
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If you would like to do some canoeing or kayaking on
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or Killarney Provincial Park but do not have your own gear
there are several outfitters who will rent you the necessary
equipment. Island Adventure Outfitters and Sport Rentals at
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Side trip to Lake Huron shore
As soon as you cross the bridge over the
Manitou River turn left onto the Michael’s Bay
Road. Both the Blue Jay Creek and the Manitou
River flow into Michael’s Bay, a bay on the
Lake Huron shore. Michael’s Bay is the site of
a timber town, founded on the Manitou River in
1866. Through economic decline and fires the
town no longer exists but many Islanders can
trace the Manitoulin chapter of their family saga
back to this early settlement.
This winding road follows the path of the river
and then turns abruptly to the right to follow the
Lake Huron shore to Royal Michael’s Bay Resort.
If you choose to follow the river to its mouth
follow the signs that will lead you to Michael’s
Bay Municipal Public Park to discover a
wonderful, secluded spot equipped with a boat
ramp, and a washroom.
Backtrack to the Government Road and turn
left to resume the main portion of this trip, which
will now take you into Providence Bay.
The waters of Providence Bay will appear just
ahead as you approach a T intersection. A left
turn will take you to where the road ends at the
town’s government dock. Here you can charter
a fishing boat, launch a boat or see an example
of the uniquely constructed Great Lakes fishing
tug (turtle) in to land and sell its catch.
A right turn skirts you along Providence Bay’s
famous sand beach, past the well established
Providence Bay Tent & Trailer Park, across
the bridge over the Mindemoya River and left
towards the town’s main intersection. Turn left
here to find the beach’s centre of activity. The
Discovery Centre houses an interpretive centre
explaining Providence Bay and area’s history and
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and natural history. You will also
find an ice cream parlour and
washrooms. The beach area’s
parking lot, change rooms, picnic
area, children’s playground and
main entrance to the boardwalk
are all clustered here. A stroll on
the Providence Bay boardwalk
is a lovely exercise and nobody
is excluded because it is
wheelchair accessible.
You will now head north out
of Providence Bay along Hwy
551 past the Providence Bay
Community Centre, then the
War Memorial Arena and the
fairgrounds where every August
there is a terrific country fair
complete with judged exhibits,
midway, horse show, quad races
and a queen of the fair pageant.
ARCHERY
Smokey Hollow sparkles in the distance on your
left. A thick mist sometimes permeates this area
and is attributed to the water rising from this
tiny lake.
You can soon take a side trip off the
Government Road.
This side trip will take you down to explore
the Lake Huron shore. But if you don’t have the
time please stay on the Government Road and
continue on to Providence Bay.
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his trip will portage the Island taking you
from South Baymouth on the south shore
of Manitoulin to M’Chigeeng on the North
Channel and back again through the heart of
Manitoulin.
You begin this trip at the South Baymouth
ferry terminal, the northern terminus of the car
ferry, the M.S. Chi-Cheemaun (“the big canoe”
in Ojibwe), which plys the waters of Lake Huron
between Tobermory on the Bruce Peninsula and
Manitoulin from early May to mid-October.
Even before you commence your journey visit
the Little Red Schoolhouse Museum on your
left as you start north on Hwy 6. The museum,
which features a one-room school from 1891,
presents the history of the pioneer commercial
fishing families of the area who settled and
founded South Baymouth.
Soon you will pass between two tiny
churches on either side of the road. St. Andrew’s
by the Sea United Church is on your right and
South Bay Chapel (The Bridge) is on your left. At
the outskirts of town, on your left is John Budd
Memorial Park, a pleasant park with a nearby
swimming beach appropriate for children, and
named for an early fisheries researcher.
The Township of Tehkummah’s public beach
on South Bay is a kilometer ahead on Duck’s
Bay Road on your right.
Soon you will be turning left onto the 10th
Sideroad for a tranquil journey through the
backwoods of this area. On this trip you will
pass through wonderful woodland and wetland
areas and fertile farmlands. You will cross
brooks and rivers and skirt the big water and
amazing beaches. Each of these areas has its
own specific inhabitants, both animal and plant
so keep your eyes open for all the beautiful and
wonderful surprises that await you.
As you continue north on the 10th Sideroad
you will cross the lovely rambling Blue Jay
Creek. Soon you will come to the intersection
with the Government Road and the tiny village
of Tehkummah. Tehkummah is home to Ward’s
Store, a classic country general store that has
served us all well for over 80 years.
You’ll now start heading west along the
Government Road. A small lake known as
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Thursdays: Astronomy Nights
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• Night Hikes: July 8, 15, 22, 29 & Aug 19, 26
• Stargazing Manitoulin: July 1-4
• Manitoulin Star Party: Aug 5-8
• Perseids Meteor Shower Party: Aug 12-15
• Aurora Borealis Weekend: Sept 2-5
• Astrophotography Weekend: Sept 30-Oct 2
• Northern Lights Party: Oct 7-10
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Continue on to the Hwy 551, Hwy 542 intersection at Dryden’s
Corner and turn right. Soon you will see the Manitoulin District
Cenotaph to your right. This intersection is known as Monument
Corner for not only is the cenotaph located here but you will also
find memorials to the Merchant Marine, Youth in Partnership with
Veterans, Women Veterans and a Veteran’s Memorial Garden.
This quiet, peaceful oasis gives you a glimpse at the enormous
impact the global conflicts of the twentieth century have had on
Manitoulin.
Cross the road to join Monument Road heading north parallel
to Lake Mindemoya’s western shore, through a pretty pastoral
landscape. Soon you will come to Lake Mindemoya’s shoreline
and will travel left around the lake past a boat ramp and a picnic
spot.
You will catch glimpses of Lake Mindemoya on your right as
this road winds through lovely woodlands and then curves to the
left past several Island farms to bring you to a “T” intersection with
Cross Hill Road. Turn right onto Cross Hill Road. You are traveling
through the outskirts of the M’Chigeeng First Nation. Continue
straight until you arrive at a “T” intersection with Highway 551.
Look up to your left to see a towering white cross, reputed to be
a vision marker. A left turn onto Highway 551 will take you north
into the heart of M’Chigeeng nestled at the foot of West Bay on
the North Channel.
As you approach the intersection you will find the Ojibwe
Cultural Foundation on your left. The OCF houses a collection of
Ojibwe artifacts, an art gallery featuring woodland artists and a
gift shop.
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M’Chigeeng has at least four privately operated art galleries
and one other craft museum. So M’Chigeeng offers you a great
chance to acquaint yourself with the works of First Nation artists
and artisans. For a little side trip follow the signs directing you to
53 Corbiere Road and the Neon Raven Gallery, home of the Beam
family of artists.
Turn right to head east on Highway 540.
To visit the headquarters of the Great Spirit Circle Trail continue
on Hwy 540 for a short distance. They are on your right. Drop
in and find out about the many interesting experiences they
offer to the curious vacationer. Next on your left you will pass
Lillian’s Crafts and Museum which displays a virtual history of the
traditional Quill Box craft.
You will soon see the Coldsprings Cemetery (1887) and the
century-old log Presbyterian Church on your left. A very short
distance on you will turn right onto the Bidwell Road and in
another instant you will see the parking lot and entrance to
the Cup & Saucer hiking trail off to your right. With its 2 km of
dramatic 70 metre cliffs and breathtaking views, up to 12 km of
hiking trails and the 2 km adventure trail, it is one of Manitoulin’s
most popular attractions.
Continue along the Bidwell Road until you come to Rockville
Road, where you will turn right and follow along this rail fence
lined road through forest and pasture land. When you come to a
stop sign turn right to continue on the Rockville Road. This middle
section of the Rockville Road roughly traces the most westerly
shoreline of Lake Manitou southward. There are quite a number
of small roads and lanes along this stretch of road that lead off
to the left down to cottage communities on Lake Manitou. Please
be vigilant to keep on the Rockville Road. Once you have made a
southern Island tour of:
• South Baymouth • Tehkummah
• Michael’s Bay • Providence Bay
• Dryden’s Corner • M’Chigeeng (West Bay)
• Cold Springs • Cup & Saucer • Rockville
• Sandfield • Tehkummah
curve to the right at the junction with Camp Mary Anne Road start
to look for Gibraltar Road. Turn left onto Gibraltar Road and wind
through lovely woodlands until you arrive at the “T” intersection
with Highway 542. Turn left on Highway 542. The next beautiful
sight is Big Lake on your right. Before long you pass through the
little community of Big Lake. The folks who live here are very
busy holding many friendly events in their community hall which
was at one time their local school and is located just off to your
left on Silver Bay Road.
The next settlement you enter is Sandfield. As soon as you
cross the bridge over the Manitou River turn left and park to enjoy
the river side picnic area. After you have gone up to view Lake
Manitou and the dam return to the little island in the middle of the
stream for a relaxing break.
Back on the road (Highway 542) again you will continue south
towards the junction with Highway 6. You pass through some
wonderful farmland and then to your left you will come upon the
lovely garden of a restaurant, Garden’s Gate, that is filled with
lovely things to eat.
Next you will pass over Blue Jay Creek and on your left the
Ministry of Natural Resources Blue Jay Fish Culture Station.
Visitors interested in information on local fish populations are
most welcome here.
When you reach the junction of Highway 542 and Highway
6 there is a chance for a couple of very rewarding side trips by
turning left on Highway 6. Gordon’s Park, on your left is a private
park offering an opportunity to relax or be actively engaged with
a number of interesting and educational experiences.
Once again head south on Highway 6 back to continue your
exploration of the village of South Baymouth.
Providence Bay Tent & Trailer Park
At Manitoulin’s Longest Sand Beach
• Large, well-tree campsites
• Electric and Water Hookups
• Central Dumping Station and Pump-Out
Service
• Free Hot Showers and Flush Toilets
• One Bedroom Cottage Available, Plus
Trailers
• Convenience Store with Campers’
Supplies
• Laundromat Nearby
• Wood For Sale
• Charter Boat Service Available
• Spring and Fall Fishing: Salmon and
Rainbow Trout
• Free Wi-Fi
• Virtually black fly & mosquito free
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Historic Tehkummah Township Beckons You!
Services Available
South Baymouth Community Development Association
• Public Marina: Launch Ramp, Fish Cleaning Station, Laundromat, Showers,
Pump-Out, Fuel
• Accommodations: Year Round Motels, Cottages, Campgrounds, B&Bs
• Owen Sound Transportation Ferry Service On Board the Chi-Cheemaun
• ATM Machines • Churches • Public Library
• Garages: Fuel and Mechanics • Internet Services
• Fishing and Hunting Licences
• Grocery, General Stores • Post Offices • Souvenir and Gift Shops
• Restaurants: Fast Food and Fine Dining
• Museum • Boat Charters • Fishing • Bike Rentals
• Walking and Biking Tours • Hiking Trails
• Parks, Picnic Areas and Green Spaces • Accessible Beaches
Dedicated to improving community life!
Join our community for fireworks, fish dinners, movie nights, BBQs & events!
For membership or information call:
(705) 859-3980 or (705) 859-3712
The Little Schoolhouse and Museum
113 Church Street, South Baymouth
Right around the corner from the Ferry Terminal
Open May through October
10:00am - 4:00pm
Extended hours during summer • Open by appointment
Admission by donation • Group tours welcome
Call 705-859-3663 for more information!
Township Events
July 1st - Canada Day Fireworks 10:15pm
July 2nd - Canada Day Celebrations • Silent Auction 10am-3pm • BBQ at the
Museum 11am-1pm • Parade 1:30pm
July 30th - Civic Holiday Day Bake Sale & BBQ at the Museum
August 7th - Memorial Service & Picnic • Hilly Grove Cemetery • 2:00pm
Manitoulin Community Church Events
Sunday Service 10:30am
July 5th - 10th - "We Love The Island Week"
July 5th - Free Car Wash • Fire Hall • Tehkummah
July 6th - Free Yard Work Day • Contact Church if you need yard work done
July 7th - Family Baseball Tehkummah Ball Diamonds • 6pm - 8pm
July 9th - Prince and Princess Tea • 10am - 11:30am
July 10th - MCC's 1 Year Anniversary • Free BBQ lunch & Old Fashioned
Church picnic games • Please bring lawn chairs
June 12th - Errol Lee Singer performing • 10:30am • Free BBQ lunch to follow
July 31st - FREE Carnival Day and Hot dog lunch • 1pm - 4pm
August 1 - 5th - Free Kids Camp • 9:30am-12:00pm • Ages 4-11
MICHAEL’S BAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Manitoulin’s Only Official Ghost Town
The Michael’s Bay Historical Society is a
registered charity devoted to preserving
the history, artifacts, and resources of
Manitoulin’s earliest community.
Michael’s Bay Historical Society
P.O. Box #7, South Baymouth, ON P0P 1Z0
michaelsbayhistoricalsociety@gmail.com
St. Andrew’s By-The-Sea United Church
Join us for Worship and Fellowship
Sunday Mornings at 11:30 am
Triangle Seniors’ Club
Monday - Bingo 8pm
Wednesday - Cribbage 1:30 pm
Thursday - Euchre 8pm
(alternating with Fairview United Church in Tehkummah)
Please plan to attend one of our fundraisers:
• July 2nd: Fish Fry Dinner - 5:00 pm, John Budd Park, South Baymouth
• July 17th: Half Hour Worship Service - 5:30 pm
BBQ and Sing-a-long - 6:00 pm
• July 24th: Fairview United Church Anniversary - 11:30am, Tehkummah
• July 31st: Anniversary - 11:30am, South Baymouth
• November 19th: Turkey Dinner - Tehkummah Hall - 1st Sitting 4:30pm, 2nd Sitting 6pm
• December 24th: Christmas Eve Service - 7:30pm, South Baymouth
Support Our Local Fire Department and First Response Teams!
South Shore Volunteer Firefighters’ Association
Tehkummah Fire Department welcomes you to Manitoulin Island.
Please help protect our environment by respecting our burning by-laws.
Tehkummah First Response would ask that you please buckle up and drive safely.
Enjoy your Holidays and Play Safe!
Works within the community to raise funds to
support our local volunteer Fire Department.
Shirts and Hats with our logo are available from
members or at Carl’s Trading Post
To learn more about Tehkummah Township and what it can offer you,
please call the Municipal Town Office at 705 859-3293
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We welcome you to historic
MANITOWANING
‘Den of the Great Spirit’
a full service community only 20 minutes from the ferry
PARKS
HISTORIC SITES
SPECIALTY SERVICES
• High Falls Picnic Area
• Public Marina - with launch ramps, hydro,
• McLean’s Park - newly renovated
showers and water.
for family hiking, biking and walking • 24 Hour ATM Services
• Public Library and Churches
• LCBO
Manitoulin Expositor • Marine, Vehicle and Small Engine Repairs
Salmon Classic • Professional Services: Doctor, Pharmacy
Official Weigh Station at • Grocery, Variety and Hardware Stores
Manitowaning Marina • Shops: Souvenirs, Gifts and Collectibles
• Manitoulin East Municipal Airport
Assiginack Museum
St. Paul’s Anglican Church
Manitowaning Lighthouse
PLEASURE
Children’s Summer Recreation Activities,
Fine Accommodations and Restaurants,
Boating, Fishing and Swimming, Golfing,
Program, Rainbow Ridge Golf Course,
Last Chapter Used Book Store
(at Burns Wharf), Barn Quilt Tour Map
The Township of Assiginack promotes Shop Local, Eat Local and Spend Local
For further information visit Assiginack Tourist Information Booth, Hwy 6, Manitowaning
(705) 859-3196 • 1-800-540-0179
COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR
1
13
15-17
• Canada Day
Cardboard Boat races, kids activities, and lots of fun
and refreshments
• Dessert Night and Auction
St. Paul’s Anglican Church 6:00 PM
• Lions Summerfest Weekend
(Smash Up Derby, Dance, etc.)
16
20
27
SEPTEMBER
AUGUST
JULY
• Pancake Brunch
Knox United Church Hall 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
• Turkey Dinner
Knox United Church Hall 5:00 PM
• Flower Show and Luncheon
Assiginack Horticultural Society
at Knox United Church Hall - NOON
1
• Cookie & Pie Sale
1-3
• Rummage Sale
Knox Church Hall 10:00 AM
13
St. Paul’s Anglican Church 9:00 AM
• High Tea
Knox United Church Hall 11:30 AM
9-10
• Manitowaning Fall Fair
(by the Agricultural Society)
at the Arena
10
• Pancake Brunch
Knox United Church from 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
• Fall Luncheon
St. Paul’s Anglican Church from 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
19,20
• Murder Mystery Dinner
Knox United Church Hall - more info closer to date
27
• Manitoulin Deer Show
27
• Assiginack Curling Club Golf Tournament
31
Rainbow Ridge
• Rummage Sale
Knox Church Hall 10:00 AM
21
For a full listing of recreation
activities please visit our website.
Learn more at www.assiginack.ca
Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or info on our deer show at manitoulindeershow.com
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Eastern Island tour of:
• Manitowaning • Two O’Clock • Buzwah
• Wikwemikong Village • Prairie Point
• Kaboni • South Bay • Manitowaning
T
Heritage
Crossroads
The annual Wikwemikong Unceded First Nation Pow Wow takes place the August Civic holiday long weekend.
his drive offers the traveler an opportunity to take in two
cultures...that of the early European settlers, embodied
in the well-preserved town of Manitowaning and that
of Manitoulin’s First Nations, the people of the Three Fires
Confederacy, the Odawa, Ojibwe and Pottawatomi, who make
their home on the Wikwemikong Unceded Reserve #26.
Manitoulin means “Island of the Great Spirit” and
Manitowaning means “Den of the Great Spirit” so there is
the understanding that this island has now, and in the past,
spiritual significance to a great number of people.
Manitoulin Island is the ancestral home of the Odawa
people whom Champlain met in 1615. In the seventeenth
century Jesuit missionaries, sent out from their base at St.
Marie among the Hurons near Midland, lived among the
Island’s Odawa inhabitants.
Following the War of 1812, the British Government chose
to show its gratitude to its native allies through an annual
distribution of gifts. It became the tradition that thousands of
Anishnabec would convene annually in Manitowaning for this
celebration.
At the 1836 gathering Sir Francis Bond Head, then
Lieutenant Governor of Upper Canada, met with the people
and negotiated an agreement which would make Manitoulin a
refuge for all Anishnabec who would move here.
In the years immediately following the Bond Head Treaty
the colonial government made an effort to “Europeanize” the
people who had moved to Manitoulin through an initiative
known as the “Manitowaning Experiment”.
The church of record in Upper Canada in those days was
the Church of England or the Anglican Church. It proceeded to
import clergy, a doctor, teachers and skilled trades people to
Manitowaning to create a settlement that would undertake to
educate the children in the conventional fashion and retrain
the adults in the skills of agriculture and various trades.
During this time Rev. J.B. Proulx was re-establishing a Jesuit
mission, Holy Cross Mission, across the bay at Wikwemikong.
By 1862 there was pressure on the government of Upper
Canada to open more land for European settlement so
negotiations for Manitoulin were reopened. The terms of the
Manitoulin McDougall Treaty of 1862 offered the head of each
family 100 acres of land to be located in settlements and the
money from the sale of all of the remainder of the island lands
would be placed in a special Indian fund. In return for this the
people of the First Nations of Manitoulin would assign or cede
their lands to the government. The descendents of the people
who did sign the treaty now inhabit the land of the various
Island reserves. The people of the eastern peninsula did not
wish to give up their land and refused to sign the treaty. To
this day Wikwemikong remains unceded and people continue
to enjoy their ancestral lands.
Across the bay the Manitowaning Experiment did not
capture the imagination of the Anishnabec but what did
remain of the effort was the nucleus of a lovely town and this
is where we will begin our adventure.
The entrance to Manitowaning at the intersection of Queen
Street and Highway 6 is well marked. Proceed along Queen
Street toward Manitowaning Bay. On your right you will soon
see the century-old store front of Mastin’s General Store. This
structure forms a part of the De-ba-jeh-mu-jig Theatre Group’s
Creation Centre and features art exhibits, theatre productions,
and exciting participatory events. The building also houses a
unique black box rehearsal space for the company and other
theatre groups.
As one of Canada’s few regional Native theatres, De-bajeh-mu-jig has been a point of entry for Native actors and
plays. Watch for this theatre group’s summer lineup.
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Manitowaning
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46 Arthur St.t 705-859-3132
705 859 3
From here you will glimpse Manitowaning’s historic
waterfront up ahead but first turn left onto Spragge Street.
Now you will see St. Paul’s Anglican Church, built in 1849
and the oldest Anglican church in the diocese of Algoma. The
historical marker on your right will brief you on the church’s
significance for Manitoulin and Northern Ontario. Continue the
few metres to Arthur Street, turn right, passing the back of the
church and a century-old range light and then turn left back
onto Queen Street and proceed down the hill. The waterfront
is comprised of the Manitoulin Roller Mill, a former Grist mill,
now filled with agricultural displays and Burn’s Wharf, once a
warehouse but now a wonderful intimate theatre. Also present
here is the SS Norisle, one of the few examples left of a steam
powered Great Lake ship.
Back up the hill and a left turn onto Arthur Street will soon
take you to the Assiginack Museum. This museum complex
consists of an 1850s jail, a pioneer home, a blacksmith shop,
a barn and a schoolhouse and chronicles the earliest chapters
in the history of European settlement on Manitoulin Island. A
visit here is most informative and the grounds make a unique
backdrop for a picnic. Make note of Manitowaning Freshmart
just across the street. This handy supermarket can meet your
grocery needs now or later.
Continue along Arthur Street to its end at a T-intersection
and turn left onto Cardwell Street. Quite soon, on your right,
you will see the Assiginack Curling Club and the Rainbow
Ridge Golf Course, Manitoulin’s only 18-hole course with its
fully licenced clubhouse and restaurant. This facility is open
to the public.
As you travel along the foot of Manitowaning Bay you are
traversing an isthmus which separates Manitowaning Bay
from South Bay and is the only land link between Manitoulin
and the Wikwemikong peninsula. Wikwemikong is made up
of the main village and several smaller outlying settlements.
Shortly after you enter the reserve you will encounter a steep
descent into a sharp serpentine curve and an ascent on the
other side. This is “2 o’clock”. The suggested speed is 40
kpm but going even slower for those navigating this curve
comfortably for the first time is recommended.
Continue on a piece and you will be in the settlement of
Buzwah. Watch carefully and turn left onto Church Street. You
will be heading toward the bay with the Buzwah church, St.
Romuald’s, on your right. There is a jog to the left near the foot
of Church Street and this will lead you to the intersection with
Lakeshore Road. Turn right and continue along Lakeshore
Road as it skirts Manitowaning Bay. It will leave the shoreline
eventually and take you back up to the main road into the
village of Wikwemikong, Wikwemikong Way. Turn left.
Before you begin your decent into the village and off to
your right stands a cross on a cobblestone base to honour
Wikwemikong’s war dead. The cross was constructed by
Dominic Odjig, a veteran of WWI and local stone mason and
marks the site of an old church.
A beautiful view of the village and Smith Bay is now before
you. Wikwemikong translates to “bay of the beaver” and the
village is home to about half of the reserve’s population.
This stretch of Wikwemikong Way is busy. You will
pass community owned and private shopping malls,
the community’s administrative offices, health facilities,
elementary schools and arena.
Continue along up Wikwemikong Way and you soon will
encounter, on your right, the Jennesseaux Hall, built in 1860
by the Jesuit missionaries. It is really a log building with a
façade and it was named in honour of an early Jesuit educator.
If you take the gently sloping road behind Jennesseaux Hall
it will lead you down to Wiky beach and the Wikwemikong
Bay Marina facility. The marina centre is an impressive, locally
crafted, log building and houses a craft shop and a museum.
The trail head for Bebamikwe Memorial Trail is close
at hand. This trail is 14 km of easy to intermediate trails,
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• Manitowaning • Two O’Clock • Buzwah
• Wikwemikong Village • Prairie Point
• Kaboni • South Bay • Manitowaning
Heritage
Crossroads
The historic Manitowaning waterfront.
spectacular lookouts and educational signage.
Back up the hill, turn right back onto Wikwemikong Way.
The Holy Cross Mission Roman Catholic Church on the left is
the historical marker for the village. On its door is recorded
that Father Poncet began mission work in 1648, converting
natives to Christianity. The Church, however, was not
constructed until 1851. The spectacular ruins adjacent to the
Church are those of a residence, built in 1888, which burned,
along with the original Church, in 1954. The Band has taken
steps to preserve and stabilize the ruins.
The next building on your left is the Holy Cross Mission
rectory which also serves as a parish centre.
Continue along the main road, around a curve and up a
grade and then turn left onto Bayview Heights W. and follow
the road around to see Wasse Abin School, the Wikwemikong
Board of Education’s high school. You can also catch a glimpse
of Wikwemikong’s new hillside subdivision.
Backtrack to Wikwemikong Way and turn left to continue.
Soon Wikwemikong Way will become Rabbit Island Road and
you will officially be in the rural community of Rabbit Island.
Relax and enjoy this lovely country drive, but be mindful
that there are often people walking and children riding bikes
along this stretch of road.
If you have a 4x4, a rough road trip atop the bluff affords
an absolutely fabulous view of the North Channel, clear on
through to Killarney!
When the road runs out at a private farm, take the left
branch along a rough road out to the northern tip of the
reserve. It’s a narrow forested road, so go slow.
A “Y” in the road is marked by a sign pointing the way
to Prairie Point. The left prong would take you to the public
beach at King’s Bay, but keep to the right and continue on to
the Point.
You’ll pass a sandpit and kilometers of forest. Keep to the
right and you’ll eventually reach an open area which accounts
for the name “Prairie”. The large water body you see ahead of
you is the mouth of the North Channel. A lighthouse sits on a
land mass directly across the bay. The view of the LaCloche
Range, Badgely Island and Killarney is spectacular.
This open area is covered with many species of wildflowers,
and because it is relatively untouched, it is a virtual haven for
naturalists and botanists. Indigenous plants, no longer surviving
elsewhere on the Island, can be found up in Prairie Point.
Heading back along the road to the Wikwemikong village,
look to the right across the spectacular view of the bay as you
crest the hill and begin your descent to the village.
Just past the Wikwemikong Arena turn left and follow
Kaboni Road. As the road curves the Pow Wow grounds are
on your left and on your right you cannot help but notice a
beautiful stone house. This unique building began as a simple
log house in 1882. Each successive generation of the Odjig
family, using imagination and serious talent has created
this wonderful homestead. This was the childhood home of
Daphne Odjig, the much celebrated artist.
Keep traveling along Kaboni Road...and watch for stray
cattle! This is farming country, complete with a Manitoulin
trademark, the split rail fence. The scenery is beautiful along
this leisurely drive. When the road comes to a T-intersection
turn right, keeping on Kaboni Road and pass through the little
community of Kaboni.
Soon Kaboni Road will take a sharp turn to the right. If you
continue straight through the junction you will find yourself on
the South Bay Road and you’ll come upon the community of
South Bay, named for the huge bay on your right. The rustic
Spanish Hill Community Centre, appearing to your right, is a
modern-day log cabin, built by a local company.
Our Lady of Grace Church is just a little ways on. On the
right hand side of the road, directly across from the Church
gushes a natural spring. Thirsty? Stop and take a drink...the
water’s cool and crystal clear.
From this point on, logging roads provide the only access
through to South Bay. It is not recommended that you try
these extremely rough routes, even if you are traveling in a
4-wheel drive vehicle. So, head back along the road and turn
left, back onto Kaboni Road.
Soon you’ll have completed a circle back out to
Wikwemikong Way. Turn left to head back to Manitowaning.
If you happen to be in Wikwemikong during the Civic
Holiday weekend, you’re in luck. The Annual Cultural Festival
Pow Wow will be in progress. Anishnabec from all over the
continent come to compete in traditional dance and song.
Don’t miss it. You’ll never forget it!
This drive has taken you through the very beginnings of
settlement on Manitoulin, where two cultures have met and
lived in harmony for many, many years.
Available at many fine stores including:
Gore Bay at Central Guardian Pharmacy, Robertson’s Pharmacy, Little Current at
The Expositor, Little Current Guardian and The Rain Barrel; Mindemoya at the Island
Guardian and the Rock & Rail; South Baymouth at Huron Chalet Gift Shop and
The Wigwam Gift Shop. Providence Bay at the Oriole Arts Studio and Gallery.
Also available at the Mindemoya Market and Gore Bay Farmers Market.
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Panorama Drive
• Manitoulin’s Largest Collection of Aboriginal Art,
Soapstone Sculptures, Collectibles & Porcupine Quill Boxes
• Specialty Books & Music • Pendleton Blankets • Hawberry Jelly
On Hwy. 6 Scenic Lookout 705-368-2377
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•Little Current • Sheguiandah • Ten Mile Point • Manitowaning
• Bidwell • Green Bay • Cup & Saucer • Honora • Aundeck Omni Kaning
• McLean’s Mountain • Little Current
Y
ou are starting your trip on the grounds
of the Manitoulin Tourism Association’s
Welcome Centre situated on the northern
tip of Manitoulin Island. Looking toward
the north you will see in the distance the
ancient mountains of the LaCloche Range.
It is estimated that these mountains were,
about 1.5 billions year ago, as tall as the Rock
Mountains are today. Immediately to the north
is the North Channel of Lake Huron where
boat traffic passes in and out of the port of
Little Current. Notice Manitoulin’s heritage
bridge, a single lane bridge built in 1913 to
accommodate a railway, that now swings,
actually pivots, every hour on the hour during
the summer months to allow large boats to
pass through the channel.
Now head south on Hwy 6. The magnificent
new Manitoulin Hotel and Conference Centre
appears immediately on your right.
Next on your right you have Three Cows & a
Cone Dairy Bar where they serve up generous
conefuls of delicious Farquhar’s Country Fresh
ice cream. Hwy 6 takes you up a small hill
lined with tourist accommodation and various
retail outlets, including Little Current Guardian
Pharmacy. You come to a right turn onto
Manitowaning Rd that will take you down to
Little Current’s main street and front dock. A
glance to the left, just before you make your
turn will reveal the Manitoulin Health Centre,
our wonderful hospital. You might even see a
helicopter perched on a pad atop the building
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as helicopters are sometimes used here for the
emergency transport of patients. Decend the
hill and turn left at the corner of Manitowaning
Rd and Water St. to explore Little Current’s
main business area. This town began as a port
and remains forever oriented to the water with
its unique downtown dock which parallels the
main street. Little Current’s centre offers you a
chance to relax in several downtown parkettes
and to enjoy the sight of the yacht traffic in the
channel as you stroll along the dock. Downtown
Little Current offers you a great opportunity to
dine and shop for those bargains and treasures
that make a holiday memorable. Be sure to
explore all the interesting shops in downtown
Little Current to find just about everything
including unique and lovely souvenirs and
stylish fashions. Dreamer’s Cove, a woman’s
fashion boutique offers seriously rewarding
and fun-filled retail therapy. Continue west
along Water Street to where it ends at Low
Island Park. This recreation area has a pavilion
with washrooms, a beach, a children’s
playground, baseball diamonds, a soccer pitch,
a skateboard park and a walking trail around
its circumference. Here you have a chance to
be active or to simply putter about looking for
fossils and soaking up the beauty of the place.
Find your way back to Hwy 6 going south
and you will be set to continue your trip. On the
outskirts of Little Current on the right hand side
of Hwy 6 stands the Northeastern Manitoulin
and the Islands (NeMI) recreation centre. This
facility hosts many special events throughout
the summer. There could be anything from
a quilt show to a hockey school in progress.
Look to the right as you progress along Hwy 6
for Manitoulin Flee Market. There is sure to be
a treasure here for you.
At the bottom of the first hill along the route
is a rock-cut stream visible on both sides of
the road. This stream is a great fossil hunting
tract. At the top of this same hill, across from
the entrance to the Green Bush Road, a left
turn will land you at the Strawberry Channel
Lookout. Here you are looking east to the
Strawberry Channel, and a large island, with
a lighthouse on its northern tip, Strawberry
Island. This lighthouse is positioned here to
offer guidance to mariners going to and from
McGregor Bay, Killarney and Georgian Bay.
Off in the distance you once again view the
LaCloche Mountains. Back on Hwy 6 be sure
to scan the wooded areas and roadsides for
wild flowers. You will glimpse trilliums, daisies,
chicory, to name a few, depending on the
season as you travel along.
As the speed limit decreases a little you will
be aware that you are entering Sheguiandah.
There is usually a very pragmatic reason for
a community being located where it is. In this
case, people have been drawn to this site for
over 9,500 years because of a silica outcrop
that provided the raw material for tool making.
You can find information about Sheguiandah’s
ancient beginnings and its more recent
settlements in the Centennial Museum of
Sheguiandah located on the left side of Hwy
6 a little south of the Hwy 6, Townline Rd
intersection.
Sheguiandah is two entities; the village of
•Little Current • Sheguiandah
• Ten Mile Point • Manitowaning
• Bidwell • Green Bay • Cup & Saucer
• Honora • Aundeck Omni Kaning
The cardboard boat races that take place during Haweater Weekend.
Sheguiandah and the Sheguiandah First Nation located on Hwy
6 just south of the village.
The village of Sheguiandah can be accessed by turning left
on Townline Rd, East, then a right turn onto David St. Continue
on David to Mill St. then Dunlop St. following on until you
spot the water and the community’s fishing pier, picnic area,
boardwalk and boat launch.
The village grew up beside the short river that takes the
water from Bass Lake down and under Hwy 6 to Sheguiandah
Bay. A hundred or so years ago this little waterway powered a
number of mills. In remembrance of things past there is a little
replica mill complete with a water wheel that stands close to
the bridge over the river in the village itself.
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There is a walking tour map of Sheguiandah available at the
museum. This will give you a feel for life in a pioneer Manitoulin
village.
Now meander back to Mill St., turn left, cross the bridge and
this road will take you back out to Hwy 6 where you will turn left
to continue on to the Sheguiandah First Nation.
Directly across the road sits the Manitoulin Soap Factory.
Their products are in many Island gift stores and make great
souvenirs.
A left turn onto Ogemak Niikan and another left onto Gabriel
Waindubence Memorial Drive will take you down to the peaceful
waterfront park and pow wow grounds. Also on this site is the
Sheguiandah Roundhouse.
Here, if you look back across Sheguiandah Bay, you can see
the silica quarry referred to earlier.
Return to Hwy 6, passing by a lovingly restored Anglican
church nestled in the pines to your right. Turn left to continue
south on Hwy 6.
Camping facilities are available on Sheguiandah Bay at
Green Acres and Batman’s. Green Acres has a restaurant and
Batman’s also has cottages.
At the top of a long grade and to your left you will see the
Ten Mile Point lookout area. Here you will find picnic facilities,
parking and a spectacular view that encompasses the entrance
to Baie Fine, the top of Frazer Point and the Wikwemikong
peninsula. Manitowaning Bay stretches out in the foreground.
The historical marker here actually refers to the early Jesuit
mission to the people at Wikwemikong.
Directly across the highway from the lookout is an example
of a pioneer style cement home. The marks in the exposed
concrete were left by the wooden forms which were dismantled
and raised daily as the house grew in height. The lime for the
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mortar was likely a raw product of Manitoulin, burned from
the native rock. This practical pioneer architectural style is
prevalent throughout the Island.
Continue south on Hwy 6 to the village of Manitowaning. Part
way along this section of the trip you might see a small plane
coming in to land at Manitoulin East Municipal Airport which
is located on your right. Along this stretch several examples of
pioneer cedar rail fences divide the fields. The local township
and their Lions Club have teamed up to provide a rest area and
picnic facilities beside High Falls to your left off the highway.
The intersection of Manitowaning’s Queen St. and Hwy 6 is
well marked. Turn left into the village and proceed along Queen
St. toward Manitowaning Bay. Soon, on your right, you will
see the century-old storefront of Mastin’s General Store. This
structure forms a part of the De-ba-jeh-mu-jig Theatre Group’s
building and often features exhibitions pertaining to the history
of this touring native theatre group. The building also houses a
unique black box rehearsal space for the company and other
theatre groups.
From here you can glimpse Manitowaning’s historic
waterfront comprised of the Manitoulin Roller Mill, a former
grist mill, now filled with agricultural displays and Burn’s Wharf,
once a warehouse. Also present here is the SS Norisle, one of
the few examples left of a steam powered Great Lake ship.
Back up the hill and a left turn onto Arthur Street will soon
take you to the Assiginack museum. This museum complex
consists of a 1850s jail, a pioneer home, a blacksmith shop,
a barn and a schoolhouse and chronicles the earliest chapters
in the history of European settlement on Manitoulin Island. A
visit here is most informative and the grounds make a unique
backdrop for a picnic.
Continue along Arthur Street to its end at a T intersection
and turn right onto Cardwell Street. This road will lead you back
to Hwy 6. Turn left for a short side trip. You can pick up some
handy items for your camping holiday at Manitowaning Mill
Home Hardware Building Centre coming up on your left.
Retrace your route back, north, on Hwy 6 until you come
to the Bidwell Road where you will turn left. The Bidwell Road
takes you in a northwest direction toward Hwy 540. It passes
through some very lovely Manitoulin landscape. You will have a
chance to see Manitoulin farms, woodlands and wetlands, each
with their own ever changing displays of flora and fauna. It is
rare to travel this road without seeing a deer or a sandhill crane.
This road travels beside but inland from Lake Manitou so you
will notice signs that direct holiday makers down toward lake
front cottage resorts such as Manitoulin Resort and Red Lodge
Resort. Midway along this road you will pass through a tiny
built-up area, the old pioneer hamlet of Bidwell.
Eventually you will descend a small hill and come out onto flat
farmland. At the approaching intersection the Bidwell sweeps
to the left around the corner and proceeds on towards the old
farming community of Green Bay, named for the bay that forms
the north end of Lake Manitou. Green Bay’s one room school
now serves as a community centre and a little church stands
atop a hill overlooking farmland and the lake. As Bidwell Road
turns to the right the sandy beach at John Dunlop Memorial
Park gives the public access to Lake Manitou.
As you continue on this surface treated Bidwell Road you
have one more left turn to navigate before meeting Hwy 540.
Just before Hwy 540, and to your left you will see the parking lot
Rainbow
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A Place of Vision and Dreams
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ainbow Lodge is a relaxing
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is 2000 sq feet and has two bedrooms,
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functions welcome for daily rentals
CULTURAL EXPERIENCE
Rainbow Lodge, a building of historical and traditional value, hosts
events in a traditional setting. It is situated within view of the sacred area
known to the Ojibwe people as “Dreamer’s Rock” where traditionally
young people fasted and received their visions. Guided tours of this very
sacred site can be arranged.
Dreamer’s Rock can be viewed by getting permission at the Whitefish
River First Nation Band Office during business hours.
Rainbow Lodge is an alcohol and smoke free facility.
Birch Island (Whitefish River First Nation) Sunshine Alley Rd.
Just 12 minutes north from Little Current
Just 5 Km south from Birch Island
ACTIVITIES
Two furnished Cabins also available The lodge provides a retreat for the canoeist, kayaker, artist, fisherman,
Other activities in local area include:
Golfing, Hiking, Horseback Riding,
Aboriginal Cultural Experiences,
and Picturesque Boat Tours.
Visit http://www.circletrail.com
for more information
For more information contact the
Whitefish River First Nation
Administration office at
Tel: (705) 285-4335
hiker, executive retreat or simply just an individual seeking peace and
tranquility. The site offers breathtaking views of Northern Ontario full
of old growth forest, teeming with wildlife as diverse as the bush they
inhabit. Adults can relax while they gaze at the amazing scenery or
simply enjoy reading at our spacious waterfront deck. You can also find
pike, bass, walleye, perch, and trout in the area. Boat docking is available
for our guests. Rainbow Lodge can have fishing guides available for a fee.
Email: rainbowlodge@whitefishriver.ca
Our contemporary design is combined with natural elements
of wood, stone and décor reflecting the First Nations traditions.
Our waterfront terrace and natural scenery are the ideal backdrops to
your stay—whether you’re travelling for business or for pleasure.
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Enjoy casual fine dining with a view of the
LaCloche Mountain range on Lake Huron. Both
the outdoor patio and indoor dining area provide
stunning views of the lake and mountains.
and entrance for The Cup and Saucer Hiking Trail. A worthwhile
side trip left (west) on Hwy 540 will take you to Coldsprings
Cemetery and Presbyterian church, a little, log century-old kirk.
But if you turn right (east) onto Hwy 540 at Bidwell Road you
will be heading back to Little Current along the North Channel
of Lake Huron. Soon you will pass Honora Bay Road that leads
down to the little settlement of Honora Bay and Honora Bay
Riding Stable. From the crest of every hill you ascend from
now until you reach Little Current you will be treated to a
breathtaking panoramic view of the North Channel, its islands
and the LaCloche Mountains of the north shore.
Soon you will drive down into the Aundeck Omni Kaning
First Nation. A left turn at the foot of the hill takes you to this
community’s waterfront park, marina and the tourism facilities
of Endaa-aang on the North Channel. It’s a lovely spot. But if
you continue along Hwy 540 through this reserve you’ll notice
the Band Administration Office to the right. Inquire here about
the tourist accommodations available through Endaa-aang
Tourism.
Begin to slow as you descend the next hill as you will have to
make a very sharp turn to the right at McLean’s Mountain Road.
This road leads back up this height of land to a lookout area
equipped with picnic facilities. Continue on up the mountain
and along until you come to the T intersection at the Green Bush
Road. Turn left onto Green Bush Road, which will take you past
farms and the ruins of another example of a Manitoulin cement
house.
You will eventually return to Hwy 6. Turn left to head back to
Little Current and the starting point for your eastern Manitoulin
adventure.
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• 22 campsites with water and hydro hookups located
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Shore Hikes and more!
Day Trips Guide
ADVENTURES INCLUDE...
• Baie Fine Fjord • Killarney
• The Benjamin Islands
• Secluded Beach Party Spots
The Island Jar
Downtown Little
Current
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and many more beautiful land and
waterscapes of the North Channel!
Y
ou will begin this trip on the shores of Gore Bay at the
Waterfront Pavilion. As you exit the pavilion’s parking
lot and turn right onto Water Street you will pass the
public tennis courts and Gore Bay’s marina. Soon Water Street
will become Lighthouse Road and you will be driving along
the west side of Gore Bay until you come to the Janet Head
Lighthouse, one of Manitoulin’s trusty old lighthouses. The
lighthouse is open to the public a few afternoons per week
during the summer. Return along Lighthouse Road and Water
Street. Turn right onto Borron Street and then left onto Meredith
Street. Here Meredith Street is lined with large, elegent homes
built in the early 1900s.
At the next intersection, with Dawson Street, Meredith Street
becomes Gore Bay’s downtown business district. A right turn
onto Dawson Street will take you up to the Gore Bay Museum.
The original portion of the museum was once the Gore Bay
jail and home of the jail keeper. The museum houses a great
collection of pioneer artifacts and hosts several exhibitions in
the summer.
Back on Meredith Street continue and you will eventually
arrive at the East Bluff Lookout. From Meredith turn left on
Agnes Street and then onto Hall Street at the sign indicating
the way to the lookout.
Continue along Hall Street, which becomes Kinney Street
and then turn left onto Scotland Road. Shortly the Harold Noble
Memorial Park will appear on your left and you have reached
the height of land overlooking the town of Gore Bay, the bay
and surrounding farmland and the North Channel of Lake
Huron and beyond.
Retrace your route back to the stop sign at the corner of
Agnes and Hall Streets and turn left. This road, which on your
left passes the head office of Manitoulin Transport, one of
Canada’s major trucking companies, will take you out to Hwy
540. Where you will turn right.
The next stretch of Hwy 540 will travel through some prime
Manitoulin farmland. Before long Hwy 540 proper makes a
sharp turn to the left. The remainder of your trip west will pass
through a varied landscape alternating from fertile farms to
great glacier scoured limestone shelves adorned with junipers
to wonderful stretches of woodland.
Soon on your left you will see the sparkling waters of Lake
Wolsey, which is a large bay, a part of Campbell Bay. The
highway crosses over this gap at the Indian Point causeway
and bridge. There is access to the water and opportunities for
picnics in this area.
Next you will pass through the village of Evansville on your
westward journey.
Along this next stretch of Hwy 540 there are opportunities
for three side trips. For your first side trip turn right onto
William’s Road. This is a little gravel side road that leads
through the pioneer area known as Elizabeth Bay. At the stop
sign at the T intersection with the Morden-Noakes Road turn
left. Soon you will see a beautifully kept cobblestone residence
that was once the pioneer Elizabeth Bay schoolhouse and then
the Elizabeth Bay United Church made from locally quarried
field and limestone by the Ainslies, one of the first families
landing in the area. At the crossroads with Ainslie Road turn
left to return to Highway 540.
At Highway 540 cross the road to be on Misery Bay Park
Road and follow it south to the parking lot of the Misery Bay
Nature Reserve Park for your second side adventure. This park
was created to protect this environmentally-sensitive area
while enabling people to enjoy its many natural wonders. The
unique and precious features of the area are explained at the
interpretive centre, a two minute walk from the parking lot,
and a network of hiking trails lead out from here to explore the
forest and shoreline.
Back at Highway 540 turn left and continue along until you
come to Cook’s Dock Road where you can turn right for your
third side trip. As you might expect this road leads down to a
dock on the eastern shore of a small bay. It is a perfect spot for
birders interested in viewing waterfowl.
Retrace your route back out to Highway 540, turn right and
head for Silver Water. The highway into town skirts a tiny lake,
one of Manitoulin’s more than 100 inland lakes. Then on your
right you will see a typical Manitoulin poured concrete building
that is the former SS#1 Robinson Schoolhouse. Silver Water
is a spirited community and has the distinction of holding an
annual Canada Day community picnic for well over 100 years.
Highway 540 takes a right angled turn but you are going
to follow on straight onto Burnt Island Road. Follow this road
along and then left as you make your way down to Burnt Island
Day Trips Guide
Lighthouse
Trail
Western Island tour of:
• Gore Bay • Indian Point • Evansville
• Elizabeth Bay • Cook’s Dock
• Silver Water • Burnt Island
• Meldrum Bay • Mississagi Lighthouse
• Sheshegwaning • Zhiibaahaasing
The Net Shed Museum in Meldrum Bay.
across great expanses of limestone studded with clusters of
hardy wildflowers including the miniature gold daisy-like
bloom, Manitoulin Gold, that is specific to the south shore of
Manitoulin.
Burnt Island is a fishing station belonging to the Purvis
family since the 1880s. As you approach the island, now
joined to Manitoulin by a causeway, you will see the cluster
of buildings dating from the days of the company town and
the present day processing facilities preparing the fish that
will be marketed under the brand name, Manitoulin Fish. On
the waterfront you will see the spools of nets and perhaps a
fishing tug. You are also able to purchase fresh and smoked
fish at an outlet near the dock.
Now return to the junction where Burnt Island Road meets
Silver Lake Road and turn left onto Silver Lake Road. Soon you
will see ahead the waters of Silver Lake. The road skirts along
the shore of Silver Lake and this is a lovely section of the trip.
Take it slowly. You don’t want to miss the birds and flowers on
your left or the lovely cottage properties on your right. The road
has some very sharp hairpin curves and often times there will
be children crossing the road going to and from the beach and
their cottage home so be cautious. Silver Lake Road will end at
a stop sign. Turn left here and you are once again westbound
on Highway 540.
You now have quite a long stretch of road that goes through
forest and field. There are roads leading off to the right and
left that go down to private shore properties or to the several
small inland lakes. These roads are best tackled with off-road
vehicles so don’t attempt them with a family sedan.
Eventually the waters of Meldrum Bay will appear on your
right. Soon a sign will indicate that a turn to the left will put you
on the road to the Mississagi Lighthouse. Please note that the
lighthouse is only accessible during the summer months (May
long weekend until Labour Day, 8 am to 8 pm), and the route
to the lighthouse at other times is barred by a locked gate.
Lighthouse Road also leads to the Lafarge limestone quarry
so the initial portion of this road is well traveled by quarry
workers who are definitely not sightseeing but “making a
beeline” to or from work. Please make an extra effort to keep
well to your side of the road along this stretch.
Once past the gate, travel onward to the lighthouse and
enjoy its peaceful tranquility.
The Mississagi Lighthouse was built in 1873 to guide traders
and explores through the perilous passage of the Mississagi
Straits and in 1881 the Fog Horn Station was added to help
with safe navigation. In 1970 an automatic light was installed
and the remaining buildings were put up for lease.
The folks at the lighthouse want to make sure your visit
is memorable. There is a museum that is free to the public.
The Fog Horn Station has food available. There is a 30 site
wilderness campground, (with 5 hydro sites) and a great many
pleasant ways to pass the time.
It is often hard to leave the magic of the lighthouse but when
you finally do you will retrace your route back out Lighthouse
Road.
When you get to the spot where Joyce Road meets
Lighthouse Road take a left turn onto Joyce Road. This route
will take you down past the Community Hall and St. Andrew’s
United Church (1920) into the little village of Meldrum Bay.
The town is equipped with a campground, a cottage resort,
an inn with dining room, a marina, a government dock with
a boat ramp and a small pioneer museum. The Net Shed
Museum, featuring relics from the area’s maritime past, is
housed in an historic net shed at the shore just west of the
downtown.
As you head back eastbound on Highway 540 you will
have an opportunity to visit two of Manitoulin’s First Nation
communities. Take the road on your left just past the Silver Lake
Road that directs you to Sheshegwaning and Zhiibaahaasing.
Sheshegwaning has a waterfront park with a picnic area,
beach, dock and boat ramp. This First Nation has developed
two significant hiking trails so drop into the Sheshegwaning
band office to pick up information and maps for the Nimkees
and Little Thunder trails.
Zhiibaahaasing First Nation is a little further along on this
road. Although Zhiibaahaasing is a tiny community they have
created three very large, unique structures. Don’t miss the
chance to see the world’s largest peace pipe, the world’s
largest dream catcher and the world’s largest drum.
Western Manitoulin is renowned for the deer and other
wildlife that can be observed so as you travel back to Gore
Bay along Highway 540 see how many animals you see along
your journey.
A wonderful way to keep your Manitoulin memories alive all
year long is to acquire a Scenic Manitoulin Calendar. They also
make thoughtful souvenir gifts.
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