AGRICULTURE & ECO TOURISM
The Couchiching Conservancy protects more than 11,000 acres of ecologically significant land in the Orillia region, either through direct ownership, partnerships with other organizations such as The Nature Conservancy of Canada, or through conservation easement agreements with private landowners. We help protect the natural features of this region for now and for future generations. For a full listing of the properties the Couchiching Conservancy protects, copy and paste the following link into your browser: http://bit.ly/1tcFKvC
Address: 1485 Division Rd. W Orillia, Ontario L3V6H2
Lavender Hills Farm is located on twenty-five acres just outside of Orillia in central Ontario. In addition to the existing hardwood and softwood forests, we now have a tall grass prairie that we created five years ago. Every year the prairie rewards us with an ever increasing floral display that contributes as a valuable resource for all our bees and other pollinators in our home yard. Orillia Farmers’ Market -Every Saturday all year ’round 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (Photo courtesy of google images)
Address: 2400 Warminster Rd Orillia, Ontario
Freskiw’s are growers of quality baskets, containers, herbs, annual and perennial flowers. We have five convenient locations in Ontario to serve you in Kawartha, HWY 11 North, HWY 11 South, Coldwater and Sudbury.
Address: 3207 Highway 12 Coldwater, Ontario L0K1E0
The Golden Creek Bird Farm is located 150km north of Toronto, near Orillia on 100 acres of prime breeding grounds. The Farm centers it’s activities on breeding a fine line of raptors, used for the sport of Falconry, as well as training all kinds of raptor species for hunting or pleasure. Friedhelm and Dirk also concentrate their knowledge on breeding Australian parakeets, specializing in their most colorful mutations. Import – Export for over 40 years from and to countries all over the globe is one great service among others that we are providing for our customers. We look forward to seeing you at the Farm! Please contact us! Your hosts, Friedhelm and Dirk Hoesterey – Master Falconers
Address: 2462 S Sparrow Lake Rd, Severn Bridge, ON P0E 1N0
Lettuce, onions, fresh herbs, , honey, perennials, potted annuals, rhubarb, stain glass articles, knitted goods, garden ornaments, wooden chairs and garden items, jewellery.
Address: 1 Mill Street Coldwater, Ontario L0K1E0
Old growth forests are wooded areas that have been allowed to mature relatively undisturbed. Within Grant’s Woods many trees are up to 200 years old. You can find this 1.9km, rare wonder just outside Orillia, on Division Road between Fairgrounds Road and Uhthoff Line. For downloadable pdf, copy and paste link into your browser: http://bit.ly/1qfehWl
Address: Severn, Ontario
City meets country at Orillia Fairgrounds. Local farmers, fresh fruit and vegetables, baked goods, honey, artisans and live music! FREE PARKING! Our mission is to provide a venue where local farmers, food producers and artisans come together to provide a variety of fresh produce and related products directly to the consumer. The Orillia Fairgrounds Farmers’ Market encourages direct communication between consumers and growers, fosters social gathering and community building, and promotes nutritious food choices.
Address: 4500 Fairgrounds Road Severn, Ontario L3V6H2
At Hewitts, we want your family to feel welcome. Come discover all the new fun things to do at the FUN farm! Summer Season is July 4, 2019 to September 29, 2019 Open every Thursday to Monday 10am-4pm (last admission at 4pm with the fun farm open for enjoyment until 5pm PLEASE NOTE: Excluding Holidays, the fun farm is CLOSED to the general public Tuesdays and Wednesdays $6.50 per person Thursday to Monday (tax included) Children under 24 months are always FREE Individual Season Pass – $30.00 (tax included) Season Pass – $113.00 (tax included) up to 6 family members/children under 24 months FREE For frequent visitors we recommend a Season Pass Valid from July 3 to September 29. Seasons passes include a coupon book of specials & discounts, includes admission to “A Very Hewitts Easter Event 2019” on Friday April 19 & 20, and “A Very Hewitts Christmas 2019” on December 8 & 9! Valid only for the 1st weekend of pumpkin season, September 29 & 30. Not valid in October NOTE: Debit and Cash Only Fall Season Starts Oct 2:Thursday to Monday 10am-4pm (last admission at 4pm with the fun farm open for enjoyment until 5pm PLEASE NOTE: Excluding Holidays, […]
Address: 3331 Town Line Road Coldwater, Ontario L0K1E0
In the small ‘ghost town’ of Uhthoff in Severn Township (just 12 km from downtown Orillia as the crow flies), you’ll come upon Maple Grove Syrup. Within this 50-acre sugar bush of towering maple trees, we produce 100% pure maple syrup on a traditional wood-fired evaporator. Our trees have produced high-quality maple syrup for generations. We started producing maple syrup with 50 buckets and a large open fire. Today, our renovated sugar camp has a new 3×10 Dominion and Grimm evaporator. We operate with 800 to 900 taps: combining buckets, pipeline and tireless hard work involving the entire family. This includes our two young daughters and our beagle, Molly! SLEIGH RIDES IN ORILLIA & SEVERN TOWNSHIP Sleigh Rides are about 90 minutes long for up to 10 people. Regular days cost $200. Premium days cost $300. Premium Days are December 24, 25, 26 and 31, and January 1. A deposit of 50% is required, refundable if we cancel due to weather. Maple syrup is available at the sugar camp for purchase. Please select your date and time to book your reservations Book your sleigh rides here.
Address: 2448 Burnside Line Severn
Boat Launches
Boat Launch Locations Boat launches vary in size, please check if the boat launches suit your needs. Coldwater – 74 River Street MacLean Lake – 1914 Henry’s Landing Severn Falls – 1730 Earl Haid Avenue Port Stanton – 1557 Port Stanton Parkway Washago – 3420 Quetton Street and 3337 Albany Street View MAP
Address: Severn, ON
For boaters, snowmobilers and cottagers we offer boat launching, mid-grade gas and winter storage. We also operate a small marine supply/general hardware store. Our specialty is the design and fabrication of custom permanent and floating steel docks.
Address: 5655 Upper Big Chute Rd. Severn Falls, Ontario L0K1E0
Beaches and Parks
A great place to take the kids to burn some energy. Park amenities include a playground and skateboard park.
Address: 3 Robinson St. Severn, Ontario
Cycling Trails
Your journey on the Uhthoff Trail will take you through scenic wooded areas, over wetlands, crossing many streams. Observe the many varieties of barns. Trail is open to the public year round. It is used by hikers, cyclists, naturalists, skiers, snowmobilers, and equestrians. The trail, which is 30 km long, extends from Wilson Point Road in Orillia to Coldwater and is part of the Trans Canada Trail. The surface is crushed stone. Great for walking, biking and running year round.
Address: Severn, ON
The Coldwater course is perfect for those riders looking for rolling terrain, challenging climbs, with plenty of stops along the way. Ride beside Bass Lake and enjoy the view of the water before passing through Marchmont on route to Coldwater. Stop for a bite to eat in Coldwater or learn about Coldwater’s History at the Heritage Museum or Historic Mill before setting out to return to the Fairgrounds.
Address: 4500 Fairgrounds Rd. Severn, Ontario L3V6H2
Starting in the Town of Washago, Carlyon Loop offers rolling terrain for the intermediate and advanced rider. Follow the route through rural agricultural land and back to the beautiful Washago Centennial Park, where you can swim, play or picnic, with a boat launch and access to Lake Couchiching. On your way out of town, be sure to stop in the Town of Washago for a delicious treat.
Address: 3398 Quetton Street Severn, Ontario L0K2B0
Fishing
For all your hunting, fishing, and camping needs. We carry everything from guns, to fishing poles, to clothing, to camping equipment. We also carry hard to find items like obsolete ammunition and firearm parts.
Address: 9431 Hwy #11 N Orillia, Ontario L3V6H3
Located between Coldwater & Midland and on the waters of Matchedash Bay, Matchedash Camp is a campground fit for everyone! Trailer sites, tent sites and rustic cabins are available. Fish from your boat, canoe or kayak for Pike and Bass (during the summer), and Rainbow Trout and Salmon (during the fall).
Address: 2907 Matchedash St. Severn, Ontario L0K2C0
Evergreen Golf Centre is a very popular 9 Hole Par 3 Golf Course, and has been a favourite to the locals and cottagers since 1964. Designed by well-known golf designer Bill Robinson, Evergreen is well maintained, and as the locals would say, “The best greens in the area!” Suitable for all levels of play, Evergreen is enjoyable for the beginner and senior, yet challenging for the experienced.
Address: 3372 Agnew Rd. Washago, Ontario L0K2B0
Summer Activities
Hewitts have grown their own sweet corn since 1976, baked our own delicious Butter Tarts and Fruit Pies for nearly as long, and produced our own Maple Syrup since 1994. The amazing owners and products make this an amazing, must-see business! The Hewitts Family Farm is owned and operated by the Hewitt Family and they are committed to providing amazing baked goods, local quality products, and the freshest Ontario fruits and vegetables available anywhere! Market and stands include fresh Ontario seasonal fruits and vegetables, breads and baking, homemade jams and preserves, local Honey and Hewitts Maple Syrup. Now open 7 days of the week! We are open weekly! From Monday’s to Saturday’s 9-6 and Sunday 9-5 We can also be found at: The Orillia Farmers Market every Saturday starting May 3 2016 (located at ODAS Park off Fairgrounds Road) and at 2 locations in Barrie every day starting May 2 (see corn stand link for address of locations) July 2- September 21 – Summer Season at Fun Farm (CLOSED TUESDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS) September 22-October 31 – Pumpkin Season begins, closed TUESDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS. For more information visit hewittsfarmmarkets.com!
Address: 3331 Town Line, Coldwater, ON L0K 1E0
Old growth forests are wooded areas that have been allowed to mature relatively undisturbed. Within Grant’s Woods many trees are up to 200 years old. You can find this 1.9km, rare wonder just outside Orillia, on Division Road between Fairgrounds Road and Uhthoff Line. For downloadable pdf, copy and paste link into your browser: http://bit.ly/1qfehWl
Address: Severn, Ontario
At Hewitts, we want your family to feel welcome. Come discover all the new fun things to do at the FUN farm! Summer Season is July 4, 2019 to September 29, 2019 Open every Thursday to Monday 10am-4pm (last admission at 4pm with the fun farm open for enjoyment until 5pm PLEASE NOTE: Excluding Holidays, the fun farm is CLOSED to the general public Tuesdays and Wednesdays $6.50 per person Thursday to Monday (tax included) Children under 24 months are always FREE Individual Season Pass – $30.00 (tax included) Season Pass – $113.00 (tax included) up to 6 family members/children under 24 months FREE For frequent visitors we recommend a Season Pass Valid from July 3 to September 29. Seasons passes include a coupon book of specials & discounts, includes admission to “A Very Hewitts Easter Event 2019” on Friday April 19 & 20, and “A Very Hewitts Christmas 2019” on December 8 & 9! Valid only for the 1st weekend of pumpkin season, September 29 & 30. Not valid in October NOTE: Debit and Cash Only Fall Season Starts Oct 2:Thursday to Monday 10am-4pm (last admission at 4pm with the fun farm open for enjoyment until 5pm PLEASE NOTE: Excluding Holidays, […]
Address: 3331 Town Line Road Coldwater, Ontario L0K1E0
Winter Activities
Wilderness excursions to Swift Rapids, Lock 43 of the Severn River, ATV/Snowmobile tours, Canada Safety Council Rider Training, Outdoor education, bring your own camera & tread lightly, sightsee, birdwatch, stargaze, hike, canoe, camp. The adventure is unlimited!
Address: 1097 Carlyon Line Orillia, Ontario L3V6H4
we offer year round marine service, specialising in mechanical service of all makes and models of boats. We also offer storage, winterising and wrapping among other services. To Compliment the marine service we have recently started to sell boats and motors to further accommodate our growing customer base.
Address: 4130 Stewarts Lane Orillia, Ontario L3V6H3
Winter Adventure
The Couchiching Conservancy protects more than 11,000 acres of ecologically significant land in the Orillia region, either through direct ownership, partnerships with other organizations such as The Nature Conservancy of Canada, or through conservation easement agreements with private landowners. We help protect the natural features of this region for now and for future generations. For a full listing of the properties the Couchiching Conservancy protects, copy and paste the following link into your browser: http://bit.ly/1tcFKvC
Address: 1485 Division Rd. W Orillia, Ontario L3V6H2
Wilderness excursions to Swift Rapids, Lock 43 of the Severn River, ATV/Snowmobile tours, Canada Safety Council Rider Training, Outdoor education, bring your own camera & tread lightly, sightsee, birdwatch, stargaze, hike, canoe, camp. The adventure is unlimited!
Address: 1097 Carlyon Line Orillia, Ontario L3V6H4
we offer year round marine service, specialising in mechanical service of all makes and models of boats. We also offer storage, winterising and wrapping among other services. To Compliment the marine service we have recently started to sell boats and motors to further accommodate our growing customer base.
Address: 4130 Stewarts Lane Orillia, Ontario L3V6H3
Old growth forests are wooded areas that have been allowed to mature relatively undisturbed. Within Grant’s Woods many trees are up to 200 years old. You can find this 1.9km, rare wonder just outside Orillia, on Division Road between Fairgrounds Road and Uhthoff Line. For downloadable pdf, copy and paste link into your browser: http://bit.ly/1qfehWl
Address: Severn, Ontario