Archive for October, 2009

Miles and miles of scenic cross-country trails

Friday, October 30th, 2009

Public campgrounds and state parks are a major reason why people from all around the world visit the 1000 Islands.
Think about it…dozens of waterfront and wooded parks full of trails, bike paths and hiking routes. That’s right, winter is cross-country and snowshoeing time in the 1000 Islands. Parks are open but unattended, meaning respectful skiers [...]

Downhill ski in the 1000 Islands

Friday, October 30th, 2009

If you’re already complaining about the cold, this isn’t for you.
Where else but the 1000 Islands region of Northern New York and Southeastern Ontario can you tour wineries and hit the slopes…in the same day?
Dry Hill Ski Area, Watertown, is a full-service mountain with rentals, lessons, night skiing, tubing, snowboarding and a cozy lounge.
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Famous ’60s voice at Clayton Opera House Friday, Oct. 23

Monday, October 19th, 2009

Richie Havens, one of the most recognizable voices in popular music, will perform at 7:30 pm Friday, Oct. 23, at the Clayton Opera House.
His soulful singing style remains as unique as when he emerged from the Greenich village folk scene in the 1960s.
Tickets for $25/$30 are available at the Opera House box office, 405 Riverside [...]

Frightening time at Fort Henry!

Monday, October 5th, 2009

Fort Fright is back for a second year of scary autumn fun at Fort Henry, Kingston.
Fort Fright is eastern Ontario’s largest new fall event. Historic Fort Henry is converted into a haunting garden of ghouls, ghosts and goblins from Saturday, Sept. 26 to Saturday, Nov. 7.
Fort Fright is every Tuesday to Saturday beginning at 6 [...]