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ORILLIA AND AREA’S FOUR SEASON PLAYGROUND!
                                                                                              On the water
            Explore                                                                           There’s a reason we’re called lake country, as our    over to Ice Fishing with hut rentals out on the lake
                                                                                                                                   when conditions are favourable.
                                                                                              region encompasses Lake Couchiching, Sparrow
              the                                                                             Lake, Bass Lake, Lake St. John and the north end    Have you ever done yoga standing in a tranquil bay
                                                                                              of Lake Simcoe, as well as the Trent-Severn
                                                                                                                                   of water? Sunrise Yoga Studio offers Stand Up
            Outdoors                                                                          Waterway up to Georgian Bay. Boaters can travel    Paddleboard classes and workshops in Brewery Bay
                                                                                              the Trent-Severn with attractions like the Big
                                                                                                                                   on Lake Couchiching. Learn to paddle with a SUP
                                                                                              Chute Marine Railway, and dock at the
                                                                                              Port of Orillia and Ojibway Bay Marina    board and reconnect with yourself and the water.
                                                                                              to take in shopping, dining and entertainment.     Black River   Let the water take you on
                                                                                                                Want to try your hand      Wilderness Park  a lazy river ride or fun
                                                                                                                at paddling? A Breath               rapids route with tubing
                                                                                                                of Fresh Air offers                 at Black River
                                                                                                                kayak rentals in the                Wilderness Park.
                                                                                                                summer off of the shores            Enjoy the scenic views
                                                                                                                of Lake Couchiching                 and access points from
                                                                                                                without the hassle of               your campground. With
                                                                                                                bringing your own gear.             trails, paddling, fishing
             Ojibway Bay Marina                                                                 A Breath of Fresh Air  Come winter, they switch      and more available along
                                                                                                                                                    the flowing Black River.

                                                                                              For outdoor autumn activities        For outdoor winter activities
              Set out in an all-season              Hardwood Ski & Bike                       see page 20                          see page 20
              playground of outdoor activity!

              Orillia & Lake Country offers a     Get on your
              wide range of landscapes to
              discover – from rolling canopied    bikes and ride!
              hills, to wide open farmscapes,
              to the waterways that run through   Cycling enthusiasts can get out on one of Cycle
              the region. There are so many fun   Simcoe’s ten cycling routes in Orillia & Lake Country.
              ways to explore the outdoors.       Routes are made by cyclists, for cyclists, with varying
                                                  levels of difficulty, from easy to advanced, as well as
                                                  on-road and rail trail options. Take in different scenic
                                                  views and stop at charming towns along the way.
                                                  Explore the Uhthoff Trail in a whole new light with the
                                                  Uhthoff Trail App. Connecting from Orillia to
                                                  Coldwater, the app provides local history, information
                                                  on the trail’s flora and fauna, and informs visitors on
                                                  places to visit on the trail. Download the free app in
                                                  Google Play or Apple Stores.
                                                  If you’ve been wanting to dip your toes into a biking
                                                  adventure but don’t have the gear, Hardwood Ski
                                                  & Bike has you covered. Specializing in mountain
                                                  bike rentals and experiences, Hardwood offers events,
               Sunrise Yoga Studio                programs, trail passes, camps and more!                              #TAPINTOMAPLE
                                                                                                                         SPRING 2024

                           For more information visit OrilliaLakeCountry.ca                                             TAPINTOMAPLE.COM


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