An Introduction to Fishing in Orillia & Lake Country

Award-winning outdoor writer, Wil Wegman, offers an introduction to fishing the waters of Lake Couchiching and Lake Simcoe in this five part anglers series for Orillia & Lake Country. As 100 bass boats blasted out of Orillia’s first class waterfront harbor that morning, my tournament partner and I were all set to head out of […]

Nordic Spa, Skiing, Fat Biking + More: Doing Winter Well in Oro-Medonte

Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of city life, Oro-Medonte offers a multifaceted winter getaway that feels far from the stressors of everyday life. With an abundance of fresh clean snow and an impressive range of top-notch operators offering skiing, snow tubing, horseback riding, Nordic spa experiences and more, Oro-Medonte is the perfect playground […]

Glen Oro: An Unforgettable Magical Getaway

by guest author Samantha Vessios with photography by Aneta Sofronova Close your eyes. You’re travelling down an old country road. Cool, fresh air breezes across you, and you can smell the change in the season. Take a deep breath. Open your eyes. You’re rolling through colourful valleys, surrounded by ancient trees. In awe of the […]

The Ultimate Orillia & Lake Country Summer Checklist

There is so much to do in Orillia & Lake Country that we’ve created the ultimate checklist of activities through Orillia, Oro-Medonte, Severn, Rama and Ramara that you should check out. Are you an adrenaline warrior or a cultural collector? An Instagram foodie or a water wildchild? Whatever your prerogative, let’s see how many spots […]

Grown in Oro-Medonte: Your Guide to Farm-Fresh Goods

Locally raised organic meats and produce, fresh cut flowers, sumptuous herbs, free range eggs, seasonal fruits and vegetables…Oro-Medonte offers all this and more.   Independent and family owned farms and businesses produce high quality items grown right at your doorstep. Enjoy a farm to table experience, help your kids learn where their food comes from, meet some charming […]