Great Get Away weekend
Chi-Cheemaun-Big Canoe In Owen Sound
The Big Canoe was to arrive in Owen Sounds harbour last night at 10pm. and will be docked along the wall till spring. The ferry was on its way back from Thunder Bay after an extensive inspection. The cost for repairs and work was to total approx. 1.7 million dollars. Make your way this morning to down town Owen Sound to finish up some last minute shopping and you will see the Big Canoe is back and at home for the winter.
Owen Sound Wings and Wheels 2011
The Billy Bishop Airport in Owen Sound will have over 250 Custom Cars and Airplanes on display at the Wheels And Wings Show on Sunday June 12th. You can meet the owners , they will be celebrating over 100 years of Powered Flight in Cananda. Aircrafts will be set up where kids big and small will be able to sit inside the cockpit. Free Admission. More info 519-376-8699. Make it a Great Weekend with family and friends. Lake Francis Cottages a Hidden Jewel of The Beautiful Bruce Peninsula. Located 10 min. from Owen Sound, 20 min. from Sauble Beach. Private Lake, Waterfront clean cottages, canoe, great Bass fishing or just relax under the stars. http://www.lakefranciscottages.com
Fergus Truck Show 2011-July 22-24
In 1986, the Fergus Truck Show was established as a one-time event to raise funds for the Fergus & District Community Centre Complex Hall addition and to introduce area residents to the trucking industry. Today the Fergus Truck Show has grown to be North America’s largest truck show, both in paid attendance and the number of the big truck. The Fergus Truck Show is proud to feature over 150 million dollars worth of trucks, trailers, equipment, accessories and more, on display. The event is held at the Centre Wellington Community Sportplex, located at 550 Belsyde Avenue, Fergus, Ontario. The Fergus Truck Show has been entertaining guests for 25 years. It also rents close to 50 acres for camping, parking and show space. There is rough camping and some hydro sites are available at the grounds. Fergus is located approximately 60 miles west of Toronto, Ontario. Friday July 22nd Entertainment- Tribute Bands will rock the night away playing CCR, Kiss and Bryan Adams. Saturday July 23 2011 Line Up is No Tribute it is The Real Brad James, Emerson Drive and Moonshine. This is the 25th annual Fergus Truck Show for more info http://www.fergustruckshow.com/ This sounds like a Great event with some Great entertainment. Summer goes by very quickly so make it a Great one, do something different this summer. Check Out The Fergus Truck Show, rent a waterfront cottage on Francis Lake. Lake Francis Cottages is located 10 minutes from Owen Sound and 20 minutes from Sauble Beach. A Private inland lake with lots of Great Bass fishing and swimming. Maybe hike the Beautiful Bruce Trail, spend a day at Sauble Beach, camp at Tobermory, check out the ROM in Toronto, catch a movie at the drive inn in Owen Sound. Just make sure to make this summer a special one-make it count. Check out our site to see other things to see and do on The Bruce Peninsula as well as lakefrancis waterfront cottages. http://www.lakefranciscottages.com/
Harbour Nights Owen Sound Ontario
Harbour Nights: spotlights up and coming talent with a series of concerts on the last Sunday of the month in March, April and May for the Spring series and September, October and November for the Fall series. Harbour Nights: concerts are in the auditorium of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch #6, 1450 2nd Ave. West, Owen Sound. Seating provided. An alcohol-free, family friendly event. Summer concerts take place at the beautiful Inner Harbour behind Owen Sound’s Visitor Centre, 1155 1st Avenue West. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket to sit on. In the event of rain, the concert may be moved indoors to the Owen Sound Legion auditorium, at 1450 2nd Avenue West. There is no admission charge for Harbour Nights concerts. 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/
Saugeen Summer Nights 2011
Saugeen Summer Nights {3rd. Annual} Music Festival on June 17 2011 will start off 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. http://saugeensummernights.ca/ In the past we have had guests enjoy a Great Get Away Weekend. Lake Francis Cottages is approx. 1 hr. from the venue. For more info check out http://www.lakefranciscottages.com/
Golfing Owen Sound Area
Cobble Beach - Dream Golf at the Water’s Edge. Award- winning Cobble Beach; this Doug Carrick designed course has been recognized as one of the “Top 10 New Courses in the World” for 2007/08 by Travel & Leisure Golf magazine. Also awarded “Ontario’s Best New Course” 2007/08 by Ontario Golf, “Ontario’s Best New Course” 2007/08 by Fairways, and “Best New Course in Canada” 2007/08 (third) by ScoreGolf. Doug Carrick has crafted a course that calls to mind the game’s legendary seaside locations. Each nine winds its way through open meadows edged with mature woodlands, rising to provide views of the course and the spectacular views of Georgian Bay. Come experience golf at its best! 1-888-278-8112. Located 10 minutes fron Lake Francis Cottages. Make it a Great getaway weekend Call today http://www.lakefranciscottages.com/
Other Golf Courses - All located 10-20 minutes from Lake Francis Cottages.
Wiarton Golf Club – (519)534-0005
Chippewa Country Club - 1-877-465-3977
Northern Dunes – (519)935-3000
Sauble Beach Country Club – (519)422-1052
Owen Sound Golf Club – (519)376-1961
Bird Migrating On The Bruce Peninsula
Located right at Lake Francis Cottages.
Many nesting birds are also found at Lake Francis. May and June celebrate the spring migration, offering a great opportunity for bird watching, although sightings are plentiful throughout the year. Some of the species you might see include:
| - Loons | - Cardinal | - Crane |
| - Redpoll | - Heron | - Goldfinch |
| - Great Egret | - Indigo Bunting | - Belted Kingfisher |
| - Brown-Headed Cowbird | - Hummingbird | - House Finch |
| - Eastern Bluebirds | - Morning Dove | - Baltimore Oriole |
| - Purple Finch | - Screech-Owl | - Red-Headed Woodpecker |
| - Rose-breasted Grosbeak | - Pileated Woodpecker |
The Bruce Peninsula also provides wintering grounds for Great Grey Owls and Bald Eagles. Make It a Great getaway weekend in Ontario and stay at Lake Francis Cottages http://www.lakefranciscottages.com
Day Hike Guide-Hiking The Bruce Trail-Bruce Peninsula
Experience Hiking On The Bruce Peninsula-Day Hike Guide is a sure way to enjoy hiking the Bruce Trail. The Niagara Escarpment winds its way down the Bruce Peninsula and so does the famous Bruce Trail, offering hikers a chance to witness the incredible views and nature. The Bruce Trail opened in 1967, and is Canada’s oldest and longest hiking trail. The 150 kms of trails located on the Bruce Peninsula are considered the best in Southern Ontario, offering hiking for both the beginner and veteran hiker. The Day Hike Guide is a Great way to help you choose the area you want to see in one day. Much of the trail is on private property that the landowners offer so that everyone can enjoy the unique and incredible views and close experience with nature. Please remember to treat the trail and surrounding wilderness with respect so that future hikers can enjoy the same beauty for generations to come! Remember, “Take only pictures and leave only footsteps!” Lake Francis Cottages is located minutes from the Bruce Trail. Lake Francis Cottages has a Day Hike Guide to use for your convenience. Book your weekend and enjoy the outdoors.
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