GET THE MOST OUT OF WINTER IN THE 1000 ISLANDS

Just because it snows doesn't mean the 1000 Islands is a bust. The winter weather actually ushers in numerous cool options for recreation. Embrace the chill!

Cruise the 1000 Islands in winter with Vanridge ATV Tours & Trails: Vanridge offers family winter fun at its finest. If you're looking for an outdoor adventure for the whole family to enjoy, come have some fun on their All Terrain Vehicles (ATVs).  Drive your own ATV or one of theirs through the rugged Ontario wilderness to enjoy a truly Canadian adventure in an area that depicts great Canadian Shield terrain. 

Their groomed ATV trails are open year round ~ and yes, that means winter! Feel the exhiliration of winter in the 1000 Islands, like never before.

No experience is necessary in order to drive. Vanridge customizes your tour depending on the experience level you demonstrate. Training is conducted prior to all tours.

Located at 1633 County Road 2 (just 5 minutes north of the 401) near Mallorytown, they are only 15 min. from the International Bridge to the U.S. at Alexandria Bay, NY & Lansdowne, ON, Canada.  They are 3.5 hrs. from Toronto; 2 hrs. from Montreal, and just a short 1 hr. drive from Ottawa. 

For more information, click on www.vanridgeatvtrails.com or contact them at:

613-923-1573  (Telephone)
(866) 269-2554  (Toll FreeTelephone)
vanridgeatvtrails@yahoo.com

Glide through winter: Skating is available at the Gananoque Recreation Centre. Public skating is on Mondays from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.; Fridays from 8 to 9:30 p.m. and Sundays from 2 to 3:15 p.m. Cost on Mondays is $1, and on Fridays and Sunday it is $1.50 for students and $2 for adults.  Mom & Tots skating takes place at the centre Tuesday from 10:30 to 11:230 a.m., Wednesday 10 to 11 a.m. for $1 per adults, tots are free.  Seniors can skate Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 1 to 2:30 p.m.

Exercise is important ~ no matter what age: SMART Exercise Program (for Seniors) runs in Lansdowne each Thursday from 1 to 2 p.m. at the Lansdowne Community Hall. Call Judith Osler at 613-342-3693 or the hall at 1-800-456-7646 for more information.