Getaway weekend
Wiarton Willy Festival 2012
The Wiarton Willie Groundhog Festival is one of the largest winter events in Ontario, with more than 40 planned activities, celebrating Canada’s weather-prognosticating groundhog.
Predicting the coming of spring is a very difficult and often controversial activity. Come February 2nd, there is only one way to be sure, and that is to wake up for Willie’s Prediction. Pancakes are ready by 6:30am and the rest is up to the laws of nature. The action starts more than a week earlier with the Sauble Beach “Winterfest” night-time parade, a Christmas tree bonfire, Battle of the Bands, and all kinds of other great indoor and outdoor events. A great way to get out and enjoy the season! Getaway weekend in Ontario. Stay at Lake Francis Cottages located 15 minutes from Wiarton!
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Festival Of The Northern Lights
Festival of Northern Lights Owen Sound
Last weekend family came in from Windsor Ontario and we walked the Northern Lights. The kids as well as the adults were captivated by over 350 lighted displays and more than 18 kilometers of glittering lights strung along the banks of the Sydenham River in downtown Owen Sound. This display is lit daily from 5 pm to 11 pm. Many downtown stores, specialty shops and restaurants are open. Take a horse-drawn sleigh ride and capture the warmth and spirit of the Holiday Season as the Festival celebrates with eight weeks of special events, making Owen Sound the place to be this winter. The Chi-Cheemaun has also just arrived at its home for the winter docked along the harbour in down town Owen Sound.
Fishing Georgian Bay-Owen Sound
Come and fish from the harbour, bring your boat, or book a charter with Captain Tony. The fishing on Georgian Bay is world-class and is Ontario’s best kept secret, and Captain Tony can help you to experience it! Drop the downriggers off his 40′ Elite houseboat as you try for Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, or Georgian Bay Salmon. Fishing charters start as early as March and run through December. He will even clean and bag your catch for you! Take in the spectacular beauty of a Georgian Bay sunrise or sunset from the water, courtesy of Captain Tony http://www.fishingaction.com/ Make it a Great get away weekend and stay at Lake Francis Cottages located 10 minutes from Owen Sound Marina. http://www.lakefranciscottages.com
Saugeen Summer Nights
Saugeen Summer Nights {3rd. Annual} Music Festival on June 17 2011 will start of with a bang featuring the PERFORMANCE of BACHMAN-TURNER and also DRIVE-BY TRUCKERS. June 18 2011 JOHNNY REID who recently sold out his Cross Country Canada Tour, “A Place Called Love”. DIERKS BENTLEY, DEAN BRODY, CHAD BROWNLEE and MATT ANDERSON. The location of this venue is at River Place Park just outside of Ayton Ontario. Camping is available. Ticket prices range from $55-$100 with an early bird price on now. In the past we have had guests enjoy a Great Get Away Weekend. Lake Francis Cottages is approx. 1 hr. from the venue. http://www.lakefranciscottages.com/
Roxy Theatre Owen Sound
The Roxy Theatre has live theatre and music performances. The building was built in 1912, this historic soft-seat opera house accommodates 400 people, and is located in Owen Sound. The Owen Sound Little Theatre produces four productions annually – a fall musical and three non-musical plays. There is free after-hours parking within easy walking distance. The marquee offers prominent signage for announcing upcoming performances. The Roxy is air-conditioned and wheelchair accessible. These are some up and coming events at the Roxy Theatre in Owen Sound. Kevin Fox, The Irish Rovers, Country music atrists Gord Bamford and Aaron Pritchett and the play Macbeth. Make it a Great getaway weekend. Have a nice dinner at one of the unique cafes downtown, catch one of these shows and stay at Lake Francis Cottages located 10 minutes for The Roxy Theatre. http://www.lakefranciscottages.com/
Owen Sound Sleigh Rides-Catto Farms
Catto Farms 5 minutes from Lake Francis Cottages.
Horse-drawn wagon rides and sleigh rides. The snow is dancing as it falls to the ground, the air is crisp and fresh, hear the bells jingles as the horses ride you through acres of beautiful wooded bush. Stop at a cabin and enjoy a warm fire, apple cider, or hot chocolate. We do this every Christmas Eve for the last 10 years it is an awesome way to spend an evening with friends and family. Must call in advance. Located 10 minutes from Owen Sound Ontario.
Owen Sound -VIVE LA POUTINE
Owen Sounds latest craze VIVE LA POUTINE will be opening this coming week offering home made french fries and the biggest variety of poutines on this planet. Toronto, London, Montreal and many other big cities have been offering this specialty for many years. The location of this place is at the corner of 2nd avenue east and 10th street. Check this out the next time your downtown visiting the Owen Sound Festival Of The Northerm Lights or make a special trip , its well worth it. Make it a great weekend and stay at Lake Francis Cottages
Bruce Peninsula and area Cottage Attractions
Have a look at our video of all the great things to see and do while visiting up in the area.
Our beautiful cottage rentals are 2hrs from Toronto and only 20 minutes from Sauble Beach and Lake Huron, 10 minutes from Owen Sound, Wiarton, and Georgian Bay, and minutes from many other fabulous Ontario destinations and attractions. With our surrounding area having so much to offer like: Bruce Trail hiking, waterfall tours, bird watching, canoeing the Saugeen River, Fall Fairs, Mountain Bike parks, and so much more. Give us a call and don’t forget your camera! This is an adult wonderland which is fantastic for the family! We look forward to sharing all of this with you, too.
Call us at (519)371-6580, or email us to book your cottage. Fall and winter 2010 spaces are going fast, so book now to avoid disappointment! Hope to see you soon!!!
THOMBOYS POWERSPORTS AND EQUIPMENT-VICTORY DEMO RIDES
Lake Francis Cottages
Thomboys Powersports And Equipment Victory Demo Rides. April 20-21 2010. Must have a valid license. Springmount Corners Hwy. 6 & 21 Owen Sound. More info 519-372-0937. Make it a Great Getaway weekend with friends and stay at Lake Francis Cottages located 10 minutes from THOMBOYS.
Action Fishing Adventure on Georgian Bay
Action Fishing Adventure Owen Sound
Come and fish from the harbour, bring your boat, or book a charter with Captain Tony. The fishing on Georgian Bay is world-class and is Ontario’s best kept secret, and Captain Tony can help you to experience it! Drop the down riggers off his 40′ Elite houseboat as you try for Lake Trout, Rainbow Trout, or Georgian Bay Salmon. Fishing charters start as early as March and run through December. He will even clean and bag your catch for you! Take in the spectacular beauty of a Georgian Bay sunrise or sunset from the water, courtesy of Captain Tony. Please call in advance. (519)372-9366. Make it a Great Getaway Weekend and stay at Lake Francis Cottages located 10 minutes from Action Fishing Charters