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GREEN ACTIVITIES
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The Blue Mountain and Collingwood areas have many activities to choose from to help make your vacation perfect. In the summer you can enjoy the local beaches. the Plunge!, horseback riding, eco adventure rides, tours, tennis, cruises, mountain biking, hiking and more. Browse through the alphabetical list below to learn more about all the activities in the area
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BEACHES
Wasaga Beach Take Hwy 26 East out of Collingwood (towards Barrie). Turn left at Mosley St. then follow the road towards the beach.
Sunset Point Beach Located near downtown Collingwood, take First Street to the 2nd street East of Canadian Tore and turn Left.
Northwinds Beach Located at the base of Mountain Rd. Grey Rd 19 and Hwy 26.
Council Beach Located between Collingwood and Thornbury off Hwy 26 at Grey Rd. 40
Bayview Beach Take Hwy 26 West into Thornbury, then turn Right at the Esso station, take another right at the end of the street and you are there
Christie Beach Take Hwy 26 West into Thornbury, and follow towards Meaford. You will see signs guiding to Christie Beach, turn right.
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CANOEING AND KAYAKING
There are two main canoeing routes in the Georgian Triangle -- the Beaver River and the Nottawasaga River. Paddling conditions along these rivers undergo continual change during the season, due to natural processes. Take all necessary precautions when you plan your trip and life jackets are a must! Canoeing and kayaking on Georgian Bay is a pleasurable experience.
Free Spirit Tours
McInnes Marine Services
Summer Bound
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CAVING
Explore a labyrinth of caves and crevices. Search near Ekarenniondi for the shadows which marked paths to the mysterious underworld. Explore the hidden natural fortress which sheltered the Petun people from their enemies. Descend into the ice cave - a crevasse so deep and cold that snow and ice often remain here through early summer.
Free Spirit Tours
Scenic Caves
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CRUISING
Cruise by the Nottawasaga lighthouse and let your mind take you back to 1800’s as you listen to the history of the Light and its keepers. Watch the sunset in the water as we return to the harbor in Collingwood . It’s magical to watch the lights come on in town as the sunsets. Some times we are treated to moonlight magic. Come and discover!! A great way to celebrate anniversaries, retirement, birthdays or an evening with friends.
Summer Bound
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ECO ADVENTURE TOURS
Experience a A Three Hour Guided Tour Including Suspension Bridge - Treetop Walk - Zip Line - Cave Tour. Take in all that nature has to offer in a breathtaking view of the Georgian Bay and the trails. This activity will leave you feeling like are down South in some exotic location yet it is just a 2 hour drive from Toronto.
Scenic Caves
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FISHING CHARTERS
Your captain chartered vessel is a sleek and powerful 34ft sea ray sundancer 340, flying over the pristine waters of Lake Huron and taking you to that secret fishing zone only revealed by the best in electronics and guiding experience. Salmon, Rainbow and Lake Trout could be the catch of the day.
Five Star Fish and Cruise Charters
U Catchem
Summer Bound
Off Duty Charters
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HISTORICAL TOURS
Ever wondered why some of the ski runs have the names they do...like "Tranquility"? Or even just how Ontario's largest ski resort even started up?
Join us for a 1.5 hour tour - you'll hear some great stories and learn about this unique resort.
Historical Tours
Free Spirit Tours
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HORSEBACK RIDING
Great for the whole family and all age groups, horseback riding is an activity you definitely want to fit into your agenda.
Bluewood Stables
bluewood@hotmail.com
705-445-7939
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HUMMER TOURS
Experience all the mountain has to offer with an exciting one hour hummer tour through the escarpment and the new terrain park.
H1 Adrenaline adventure and hummer driving academy available.
Blue Mountain Hummer Tour
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MOUNTAIN BIKING
Whether you are looking for a scenic ride around the area’s more gentle terrain, pumping adrenaline rush as you tackle the escarpment’s down hill trails, you can rent equipment and/or book tours through the following mountain bike providers.
Blue Mountain Resort
Kamikaze the Outdoor
Store
Little Ed’s Bike Shop: 705-445-9777
Squire John’s of Collingwood:
705-445-1130
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Q BERRY BEADING
Come and experience Q BERRY Beading at the Blue and discover a whole new world of color, imagination and creativity! Selecting from thousands of dazzling beads from around the globe, join one of the beading classes offered for beaders of all skills and levels. With the help of friendly and creative staff, enjoy creating your original piece at our in-store workshop space.
Q Berry Beading at Blue
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ROCK CLIMBING
If you’re a rock climbing enthusiast or want to try it out for the first time, you have access to rock climbing in the Blue Mountain and Collingwood areas through the following organizers.
Free Spirit Tours
Summer Bound
Blue Mountain Resort
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SAILING
Let the peaceful and exciting sport of sailing take you away to another place. Experience the beauty of the Georgian Bay and all it has to offer on a sail boat. Take some lessons or a guided ride through one of the sailboat activity providers below.
SummerBound
Collingwood Sailing School
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SEADOO AND ATV RENTALS
For the thrill seeker in you, there are now Seadoo and All Terrain Vehicles available for rent. Experience freedom the way it was meant to feel on the waters of the Georgian Bay and/or on the off roads of the Collingwood and Blue Mountain area.
Full Throttle Recreation
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SPA
Please inquire on massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, spa packages, aesthetics and massage. You can also experience an escape to sheer heaven at our new adult activity Scandinavian Spa.
Blue Mountain Spa
Scandinavian Spa
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TENNIS
Tennis in the winter?! No problem if you’re playing in Blue Mountain’s indoor tennis dome. Regardless of what the weather is doing outside, you can enjoy great tennis on five courts in Blue Mountain’s large, temperature-controlled dome.
Blue Mountain Tennis
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THE PLUNGE!
Nestled between the shores of Georgian Bay and the heights of the Niagara Escarpment is Plunge! Aquatic Centre, the perfect place for kids activities and things to do with the family in Collingwood, Ontario. at the base of Blue Mountain Ski Resort. Indoor-outdoor pools, indoor water playground, hot tubs, rope swings, docks and slides are sure to provide year-round fun.
The Plunge!
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WIND SURFING
Windsurfing is now available in the Collingwood and Blue Mountain areas. Take some lessons or just rent a board and go. There is something for all levels of experience. Contact one of the windsurfing specialists below and book your windsurfing session.
Craigleigth Windsurfing Centre 705 443-0222
Blue Mountain Resort
Board Sports
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