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2008 Events Mark these trail events on your calendar! There are more to come! Please be sure to come back soon for more information on these events and to check out the new ones. There is a wide range of activities and events from recreational to competitive. There is something for everyone! The events below are listed in chronological order. You may also search for an event by month, location, type of trail activity and interest by using the pull down menus at the top of this page. Join us this fall for 2008 Celebration of Trails! Monarchs and Migrants Weekend Saturday, August 30th & Sunday, August 31st, 2008 Hike the Ganaraska September to December, 2008 Tighten up your laces and join the hike leaders of the Ganaraska Hiking Association as they explore the Ganaraska Trail and other trails in the region. You have over 30 hikes to choose from: more... The Frontenac Challenge Monday, September 1st to Friday, October 31, 2008 The Frontenac Challenge involves hiking all 160 km of the Frontenac Provincial Park’s trail network between September 1st and October 31st.To meet the challenge, all participants have to do is pick up a registration form from the Frontenac Provincial Park Office, obtain a park permit and then set out to hike through the autumn splendour of Frontenac Provincial Park. Participants will receive a certificate at an award BBQ on November 9th at the park. more... Haliburton Forest Trail Race Saturday, September 6th & Sunday, September 7th, 2008 The Haliburton Forest Trail Race offers runners a choice between 25k, 50k, 50 mile and 100 mile runs through some of the most beautiful scenery the area has to offer. This is the 15th annual year for this event, with runners coming from all over North America & Europe. more... 5th Annual Kawartha Lakes Classic Cycling Tour Saturday, September 6th, 2008 This community non-competitive cycling event is a great experience for everyone. There are 25km, 50km, 100km, 160km routes ensuring that there is something for everyone. So come out and enjoy the 5th annual Kawartha Classic Cycling tour, and help raise funds for A Place Called Home. more... The Big O: Women's Mountain Bike Charity Event for Ovarian Cancer Canada Sunday, September 7th, 2008 The Big-O is a mountain bike charity event, exclusively for women. It's easy, it's fun, and it's to raise funds for Ovarian Cancer Canada! The fall colours in Ganaraska Forest will be beautiful, the air will be crisp and clean, and you will feel incredibly alive. more... Hastings Highlands Hilly Hundred Saturday, September 13th, 2008 The 3rd Annual Hastings Highlands Hilly Hundred, billed as “Ontario’s Toughest Century Ride”, is a cycling event that weaves its way through the hills and valleys of the Canadian Shield from Bancroft, Combermere, Wilno, Barry’s Bay and back. Participants can choose from 4 distances, approximately 60k, 80k, 160k, and 240k. The terrain is a mix of gentle country paved roads, limited highway riding, and “breathtaking” hills carved through ancient granite bedrock. Riders will travel through some of Ontario’s most beautiful landscapes, pristine lakes and colourful hardwood forests. more... McGillen, Ayotte, Dupuis (M.A.D.) 10km Saturday, September 13th, 2008 Enjoy this roller coaster 10km run. This course is an out and back on a paved road over rolling hills. This is an age graded race where all athletes compete at a level playing field. more... Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer Saturday, September 13th, 2008 To heighten cancer prevention and awareness, provide education and raise money for breast cancer research. It is a fun event and participants can hike a short trail or take a longer, more challenging hike through Wellington. more... Depot in the Fall Sunday, September 14th, 2008 The 9 km hike gets you up close and personal with lakes, granite outcrops, polyploidy ferns, beaver dams, logging history and interior campsites in the Depot Lakes Conservation Area. This conservation area is 3,000 acres in size and contains Second, Third and Fourth Depot Lakes. Hiking time is approximately 5 hours with stops and lunch. more... Sandbanks Fall Getaway Fun Run Sunday, September 14th, 2008 Discover Sandbanks Provincial Park located on the scenic shores of Lake Ontario with a 5Km or 10Km run that also qualifies for the Terry Fox Run. more... Gems Beneath Your Boots Wednesday, September 17th & Wednesday, September 24th, 2008 Haliburton Rocks! This hike offers a once-in-a-lifetime tour of undisturbed deposits of fluorrichterite, orthoclase, tremolite, actinolite, apatite and quartz. Hosts Sandra and Mark Bramham, will interpret the geological history and reveal the unspoiled beauty of this extraordinary site. Find out how the rocks and minerals below can influence the plants and trees above. This is a non-collecting tour, for viewing only – cameras welcome, hammers are not. more... Crank the Shield Friday - Sunday, September 19th - 21st, 2008 This Signature competitive event is sure to test your mountain biking abilities! With 3 stages over 250 KM between Muskoka and Haliburton, and great accommodations along the way, Crank the Shield will provide riders with both great riding and a truly memorable experience. Pre registration is required, more... Paul's Dirty Enduro Saturday, September 20th, 2008 A terrific event for the whole family on the trails at the Ganaraska Forest near Cobourg, Choose either 100km, 60km, 30km or 15km course. There is a kids race too, and the Bike Olympics! This event is fundraiser for the Canadian Mental Health Association more... Peterborough Family Cycling Adventure Saturday, September 20th, 2008 A lovely cycle ride along the Scenic River Road Trail between Peterborough and Lakefield. Participants receive healthy treats at checkpoints along the trail. At each checkpoint, participants get their Cycling Adventure Passport stamped. When they complete their ride, participants submit their passport to be entered in a draw for prizes. Cyclists start at Trent University and follow the river along the trail to just before Lakefield. The distance of the ride is approximately 8 km each way. You decide how far you want to ride. more... Tour de Greenbelt Sunday, September 21st, 2008 Grab your bike and get ready to enjoy rural hospitality, savour fresh, local food and explore all that Ontario's Greenbelt has to offer – natural beauty, cultural diversity and engaging recreation. Discover the Greenbelt from Newmarket to Lake Simcoe on this 55km cycling point-to-point tour with shuttle return. more... Quinte Geocaching Adventure Challenge Friday - Sunday, September 26th - 28th, 2008 This event is a great opportunity for avid geocachers and families to participate in geocaching competitions and activities in the City of Quinte West. There will be competitions for individuals and teams or families and child friendly activities for outdoor fun and exercise. more... Cataraqui Trail Bike and Hike Saturday, September 27th, 2008 Join us to hike, bike or run sections of the beautiful Cataraqui Trail. Choose from one of four bicycle trips or one hike and collect pledges to raise money for trail development and maintenance. Participate as an individual or family. more... Click on Trails Saturday, September 27th - Sunday, October 26th, 2008 Hike, bike, or canoe, snap some photos, and submit your favourites for any of the following categories: Fair weather family, Fair weather friends/colleagues, Foul weather family, Foul weather friends/colleagues, Wildlife. Prizes. Watch and listen for more information in local media and more.. Taking Steps Against Breast Cancer Saturday, September 27th, 2008 Take a scenic walk through gorgeous downtown Marmora to support a good cause. The purpose of the walk is to heighten awareness of cancer prevention and to raise money for breast cancer research. more... The Cameco Ganaraska Forest Open House and Members Day Saturday, September 27th, 2008 Everyone is welcome to this fun-filled afternoon in the Ganaraska Forest. A variety of activities are offered including guided hikes, historical tours of the forest, activities for children, horse drawn wagon rides, scavenger hunt, crafts, campfire, and snacks and refreshments. more... Fall Forest Festival Saturday, September 27th, 2008 Take a horse-drawn wagon ride through the York Regional Forest. Learn about wildlife management including hunting, conservation and habitat. Discover why leaves change colour and see the variety of seed fond in the Forest. more… South Algonquin Ride and Camp Saturday - Sunday, September 27th - 28th, 2008 Enjoy the adventure, enjoy the breath taking beauty. Bring your own horse, camp overnight and ride the trails in the South End of Algonquin Park. more... Friends of the Trail Hiking Day Sunday, September 28th, 2008 Experience and support the beautiful Lower Trent Trail in Hastings County by participating in a 5 km and 10 km walk. Come out and meet the Friends of the Trail. more... Salmon River Canoe Paddle Sunday, September 28th, 2008 Join local naturalist and canoeing/kayaking enthusiast Terry Sprague as he guides you on an interpretive paddle up the Salmon River, from Roblin to Croydon. This scenic quiet stretch of the river is full of colour in the fall and a delight to paddle. Rub shoulders with some of the river's inhabitants and learn about the wildflowers along the way, as well as the river's history. Look at some of the incredible flora and fauna along the way - great blue herons, water willow, painted turtles, and buttonbush. We will have lunch near an old bridge ruins where the river is but a trickle, before returning back to our cars. Please bring your own canoe. more... Deep Roots Relay Saturday, October 4th, 2008 A family fundraiser event where team members complete different legs of the 25 km relay that starts at Maynooth Railway Station in the north and ends at Bancroft Railway Station in the south. Participants will discover clues to the past along the route to win prizes. Fund raised will go towards the restoration of the Maynooth Railway Station, Bancroft Railway Station, and local youth projects. Prizes for the team with the best time, youngest member and oldest participant. Refreshments at finish line. more... Kawartha Rube-Eh? Saturday, October 4th, 2008 A bicycle adventure ride on varying types of road surfaces, from pavement, to gravel road to rail trail to forest tract. You have your choice of two distances - 60km. and 35 km. This is a fundraiser for the Kawartha Lakes Food Source a food bank serving the residents of the City Of Kawartha Lakes. Participants can try for their own Personal Best Time or simply survive the course. more... Kiwanis Colour Cribbage Ride Saturday, October 4th, 2008 Explore the scenic road ways of Prince Edward County by bicycle while playing a game of cards - cribbage. Collect tokens at check points to turn in for cribbage hand. Prizes for best cribbage hands at the end of the event. more... Steppin' Out on the Butternut Loop Saturday, October 4th, 2008 Take a walk in a neighbourhood that makes it easy for people of all ages and abilities to get out and move everyday of the year in the great outdoors. In this mixed-use area, you’ll appreciate the benefits that families, employees, and sports teams share in the same area of Kingston. more... Tony Edwards 5km Challenge Saturday, October 4th, 2008 A fun recreational 5km event for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities on the beautiful Trans Canada Trail. Free 2km junior jog for kids 12 and under. Lots of prizes. Proceeds to go to the Hastings Revitalization Committee for community projects. more... Woof Walk Saturday, October 4th, 2008 Take your dog for a walk and enjoy a beautiful 10km hike along the Hastings Heritage Trail. The hike will be followed by a barbeque and dog show. HART’s 3rd Annual “Woof Walk” is a pledge walk with funds earned going to support rescue of dogs/cats in Hastings County and beyond to Barry’s Bay, Wilno and Whitney. more...
Northumberland Trail Fest Sunday, October 5th, 2008 Explore the beautiful trails of Northumberland County. The Health for Life Trails Promotion Committee is hosting various trail hikes throughout the County. Come one and all and get active for the health of it. Be sure to check back for more information on the individual hikes as it becomes available. more....
Peterborough Field Naturalists Fall Bird Walks Sunday, October 5th, 2008 PFN Sunday morning bird walks last about 2 hours and are sure to please novice and expert birders alike with good opportunities to hear and see interesting local birds in different locations each week. Every Sunday in October. more...
Walk for Heart Sunday, October 5th, 2008 Walk for the health of it. Step out for a walk around Head Lake Trail in the village of Haliburton. This event is sponsored by the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Haliburton and is a 1km to 5km pledge walk with funds raised going to support heart and stroke research. more...
Haunted Trails Tuesday - Sunday, October 14th - 19th, 2008 A haunted walk through forest trails! Come and see if you can find "the lady of the lantern" who has been sighted 5 times in the past 6 years! The walk can take half an hour to an hour and a half to complete. more....
Cavan Hills Country Run Saturday, October 18th, 2008 Enjoy an exhilarating run or walk through the scenic Cavan countryside, then visit our hospitality tent for delicious treats. Event includes a 10K Run, a 10K Walk, and a 4K Run/Walk. Medals and prizes will be awarded, and all registered participants will receive a gift bag. The Cavan Hills Country Run is organized and hosted by St. John's Anglican Church, Ida, as a fundraiser in support of many local, national and international community projects more...
Forest Fishes and Fungi Saturday, October 18th, 2008 Enjoy a brisk walk with ecologists to a forest stream to learn how and why we protect forest aquatic resources which provide habitat for brook trout. Learn about the mushrooms in the forest with our fun-guy. more...
Hike Haliburton Festival Friday - Sunday, October 17th - 19th, 2008 The Hike Haliburton Festival is a three day hiking event involving approximately 35 guided hikes, a school program, a barbeque, concert, auction sale and a blister ball (dance). Hikes are held throughout the county. more...
Professor Hossenfeffer's FAUX PAS Saturday, October 25th, 2008 At the 2007 Halloween Geocaching Event Cache “In Pursuit of a Repulsive Potion” unsuspecting Geocachers endured the horrifying hunt for repulsive potion ingredients; the treacherous journey through the Cemetery of Chaos and Corruption; and the incessant, cackling of the wild and wacky Witches of Wilberforce only to become the unwitting accomplices to the horrendous, gut wrenching, disembowelment of Professor Hossenfeffer who fell victim to the witches “SPILLING YOUR GUTS” spell. This October 2008 join fellow Geocachers in the search for suitable donor organs and assist a renowned medical team of Cracker-Jack-Doctors as they perform radical reconstructive surgery on Professor Hossenfeffer. This activity does not require an in-depth knowledge of anatomy but you should know your left arm for your right ventricle. Rated “G” this outing is suitable for all ages so kids it’s all right to bring your parents as long as they promise to behave. Dress for the weather (we have yet to have good weather but we’ve always had a good time)Bring flashlights, sterilize your GPS and make sure you sign your Organ Donor card. more...
Halloween-X-Country Run Sunday, October 26th, 2008 Come and enjoy this 5km cross-country endeavour. A challenging route with a mixture of paved and gravel road and woodland trails. A gorgeous race with great prizes. more...
East Gwillimbury Sleepy Hollow Hike Friday, October 31st, 2008 A free evening hike for families to celebrate Hallowe’en. Wear your costume and enjoy a short hike, campfire, prizes, refreshments and much more! Bring your flashlight and your carved pumpkin to enter in a contest. The festivities start at 6:00 pm, and the hike begins at 6:30pm. more...
Dirty Duathlon Saturday, November 8th, 2008 Join us November 8th for the Dirty Duathlon, don’t miss it. 3.8km trail run/10 km mountain bike/3.8km trail run and a Rookie Wave that is half the distance. This race has been true to its name “Dirty”. This is a race for all you who love to mountain bike and run. All abilities welcome. A great experience lots of fun and excitement for the whole family. more...
Walk Run For The James Fund Saturday, November 8th, 2008 Walk or run a great trail for a great cause. Your choice a 5km walk, 5 km run, or 10 km run. Participants of all ages and levels are invited to attend. A post-run reception will be held at the Otonabee College Dining Room at Trent University and participants will receive a race kit. more...
Forest Jingle Bell Walk Saturday, December 13th, 2008 Join other merry walkers along a 2km forest path. Learn about the holiday tradition of bells, Christmas tree traditions and the benefit of natural Christmas trees. Bells will be provided to help decorate a coniferous tree for the birds. more...
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