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THE BRUCE PENINSULA-HIKING THE BRUCE TRAIL IN THE FALL
THE BRUCE TRAIL opened in 1967, and is Canada's longest and oldest hiking trail. It has 150km on the BRUCE PENINSULA. These trails are for both beginners and veteran hikers. These trails are clearly marked. Along THE BRUCE TRAIL you will see many different types of trees, birds ,plants like ferns, lady slippers, mushrooms, and of course wildlife. The trails can very from being high on a cliff to standing below a waterfall. A great way to go is by purchasing A DAY HIKE GUIDE from any tourist information center. The colors in the fall are a painter paradise. The reds, oranges and yellow can stretch for miles and miles. In the distance you can see a small river flowing down from the escarpment. Fall is a Great time to hike. No bugs, less people, not to hot, and the views are spectacular.
 LAKE FRANCIS COTTAGES IN THE FALL
LAKE FRANCIS is a private inland lake. It is very quiet and peaceful. The trees in the fall, dress the lake with a beautiful back drop of colors. Flocks of geese stop in for the evening, before heading to their winter homes. The lake is like a piece of glass, you can canoe along the shores looking for turtles and beavers. It is a really nice time to sit by a fire located at the waters edge. In the distance you can hear the cry of the coyotes. The stars are bright, you can see the Milky Way, the Big Dipper and if you are lucky enough this is the season to possibly see the NORTHERN LIGHTS. HORSEBACK RIDING-PURPLE VALLEY PURPLE VALLEY HORSEBACK RIDING in Wiarton is one of the favorite places to go in the fall. The horses here a very well looked after and the hosts are very nice and experienced with safety. You can take a 1hr guided tour through 200 acres of trail. They have a petting zoo with rabbits and goats and also a play area for the children. By appointment only. PUMPKIN FESTIVAL-October 4&5
Here in Port Elgin Ontario this Festival has many attractions.CINDERELLA'S CARRIAGE ANTIQUE & CLASSIC CAR SHOW. The cars are 24 years and older. The newer cars must be very unique in order to compete. These cars are displayed on the main street in Port Elgin for 2 days. THE GIANT PUMPKIN & VEGETABLE COMPETITION. This event is done throughout the world and the top prize for the pumpkin at the end of the show is $5000.00. The winner in 2009 was from Ohio and the pumpkin weighed in at 1726 lbs. Crafts and food booths are throughout the grounds, rides, a star search for the young and old who think they may have a unique talent. This is definitely a fun filled day. GREY ROOTS MUSEUM AND ARCHIVES Every year the Grey Roots Museum and Archives hold a special Halloween Show. In the past they have had corn mazes, plays, a ghosts walks that start from the museum and take you through the old village. The ghouls and goblins surround you as you walk through the old village. You never know what lies ahead. MEAFORD'S SCARECROW INVASION Every October for the last 13 years Meaford has been THE place to be when it comes to a Fall Event. The annual Meaford Scarecrow Invasion. The scarecrows onthe Main street in Meaford are dressed in every color, style and position imaginable. Homes, stores, street lanterns and restaurants are all in on the fun.The festival has many attractions, craft shows, farm animals, bands, a parade, food booths and much more. Make It A Great Getaway Weekend In Ontario This Fall. 
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