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Posted by Retired Teachers District 18 
· October 1, 2018 

Carden Alvar Provincial Park

DID YOU KNOW? One of Ontario’s NEWEST provincial parks is located in District 18!

• nature lovers, trail walkers/ hikers, birders, flora and fauna admirers
• 4 easy to access walking trails ( Level of Difficulty: Easy ), that will tempt you to leave the roadsides and discover the unique alvar habitats that shelter rare plants and birds
• walk a little, or just sit and wait for nature to come to you
• ask a friend, dress appropriately, drive the road toward Victoria Road Village and Dalrymple
• walk the trails ( maps and guides available ) and experience Carden Alvar on Foot

And it’s Free!

What a great way to be active, be sociable, and enjoy nature in a most unique setting.

 

Visit their website to find out more.

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Posted by Retired Teachers District 18 
· June 30, 2015 

Day Trip to Prince Edward County

The day itself, (June 23rd) started out grey and damp and not very welcoming.  Fortunately, things improved weather-wise as the itinerary became both interesting and intriguing.  Our luxurious bus was indeed most comfortable, and our tour guide very informative regarding the area we were touring.

We visited a Lavender Farm to learn all about it’s establishment, maintenance and quality products.  We then proceeded to the venerable Isaiah Tubbs Resort for a scrumptious buffet luncheon which was indeed up to the reputation the facility enjoys… we ate ourselves into emotional security!

Next, we drove to Lake on the Mountain;  it’s source a geological phenomenon;  and it is a perfect jewel of nature’s bounty… and… oh joy, oh happiness… the sun came out making the vistas even more lovely!

We went on to a local Cheese Factory with a most interesting shop nearby that sold unique items such as unusual and fun signs, jewellery and folk art.

Our final destination was for a Wine Tasting and tour at the quite sophisticated Huff Estates Winery and Vineyards.  In my opinion, their presentation was superb; their wines are VQA quality, and many members selected wines to purchase.

Resume:  It was a good day, and has given rise to the possibility of a future Day Trip to perhaps The Shaw, or the Stratford Festival… further information forthcoming!

Submitted by Roberta Fuller, 1rst V.P. District 18.

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