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OntariosWestCoast.caHURON COUNTYSPEND THISSUMMERin your backyard!ONTARIOSWESTCOAST.CA

INDEXWelcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Our Communities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Accommodations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Restaurants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Patios & Decks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Drive-in Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Beer & Wine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Fresh from the Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . 12On the Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Beaches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Trails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17Cycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Fishing & Paddling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19Outdoor Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Indoor Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Museum & Historic Sites . . . . . . . . 23Heritage Walking Tours . . . . . . . . . 24Art Galleries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Family Friendly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26Sample Itineraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27Tour Operators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Tourism Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

IT’S TIME TO EXPLOREYOUR OWN BACKYARDThis summer provides aperfect opportunity to exploreHuron County. Use theinformation provided in thisguide as your starting point toplan a day out, a weekendgetaway, or as a reminder ofall of the great outdooramenities, amazing food, artsand culture, and recreationalactivities available onOntario’s West Coast. There isso much more than canpossibly fit in one guide.Things are constantly changingthis year and it is impossible tostay up-to-date with a printedguide. Please be sure toalways check online for themost up-to-date openinginformation for any businessesor places you wish to visit thissummer.Enjoy your summer and beamazed at what you’ll find inyour E 3

EXPLORE OURCOMMUNITIESTour Huron County’s scenic agricultural landscape and stopto visit our lively towns and charming villages. Here are just afew of the communities ready for you to discover:BAYFIELDKnown for its boutique accommodations,charming coastal style and artistic vibe. Visit thesandy beach, or take a stroll down Main Street, aHeritage Conservation District, to enjoy themany shops, artists’ studios, and award-winningrestaurants.BLYTHThe historic village of Blyth exudes Victoriancharm. Stroll down Queen Street to feel thehistory and make your way to the world-famousBlyth Festival Theatre, the heart of the village.The southeast corner of Blyth is where you’llfind the distinctive architecture of CowbellBrewing Co.BRUSSELSVisit the idyllic Village of Brussels andappreciate the beautiful heritage homes andbuildings located throughout its historicdowntown. While there, stop by the Four WindsBarn, a 160 year-old masterpiece that haslovingly been recreated to host a variety ofspecial events.CLINTONKnown as Canada’s Home of RADAR due to itsassociation with the RCAF Station during WorldWar II. Clinton offers a broad range ofrecreational opportunities that include the CNRSchool Car on Wheels Museum, ClintonRaceway, Gateway Casino and the ClintonConservation Area.PAGE 4EXPLORE YOUR BACKYARD

EXETERAt the southern end of Huron County liesthe town of Exeter, home to a wonderfulselection of restaurants and shops. Historybuffs will enjoy strolling Main Street, linedwith beautiful 19th century buildings, whilenature lovers can spend the day on theSouth Huron Trail in search of a localcuriosity – the white squirrel!GODERICHNicknamed the “Prettiest Town in Canada,”Goderich is the largest centre in HuronCounty. The town sits atop the bluffsoverlooking Lake Huron and is renownedfor its beautiful heritage architecture,breathtaking sunsets, and uniquedowntown Square that’s actually anoctagon. The largest salt mine in the worldextends under Lake Huron from Goderichharbour.SEAFORTHSeaforth’s bustling Main Street features amix of locally-owned small businesses.While shopping, take some time to admireits beautiful heritage buildings and 19thcentury façades. This year will launch themakeover of Seaforth’s Downtown Backalleys with their beautiful art displays andwall murals.WINGHAMThe town of Wingham is located along thescenic banks of the Maitland River. Thissmall town has played a large role inCanadian arts and culture. It is thebirthplace of Nobel Prize Winner forLiterature, Alice Munro and serves as abackdrop to some of her famous stories. Itis also the home of CKNX Radio (founded in1926) the station’s Saturday Night BarnDance was one of the most popular andinfluential radio programs in Ontario.ONTARIOSWESTCOAST.CAPAGE 5

ACCOMMODATIONSWhether it’s an overnighter to visit friends, a romanticweekend getaway, or a week or two of rest and relaxation,Huron County offers a variety of accommodation options foreveryone of your getaway needs, budget or travel style.BOUTIQUE HOTELS & INNSQuaint luxury accommodations in the heart ofheritage downtowns, our boutique properties aresure to provide the ultimate relaxing getaway.MOTELSLooking for an affordable getaway at the lake? Ourroadside motels are a great place to stay whiletaking advantage of all the fun family things to doon Ontario’s West Coast.BED & BREAKFASTSStaying in bed and breakfast accommodationsconnect you with knowledgeable hosts that areready to provide a local touch – adding a small townconcierge approach to your visit.SHORT-TERM RENTALSLooking to get away for a few days or a few weeks?Rent a single room in someone’s home or an entireLakefront cottage for your family.HURON COUNTY OFFERSGREAT CAMPINGCanadian summer is all about gettingoutdoors and camping is a great wayto enjoy Ontario’s West Coast. Pitcha tent for the weekend or park yourRV on a full-service site – our localcampgrounds offer various campingexperiences and activities for youand your family!PAGE 6EXPLORE YOUR BACKYARD

RESTAURANTSCatering to all tastes, Huron County’s chefs are ready toserve flavour-packed dishes, delightful home-baked goodsand local brews. Find a quick snack, a picnic lunch or a fullcourse dining adventure – the options on Ontario’s WestCoast are endlessly delicious!RESTAURANTSFrom casual fine dining and ethnic cuisine to country truck stops and localpubs, our chefs are ready to provide you with a delicious diningexperience! Sample and savour the local flavour on Ontario’s West Coast!CAFES & BAKERIESMake it a habit to drop by our local cafes and bakeries that pridethemselves on fresh pastry delights and locally brewed coffee. A warmand fragrant welcome awaits!QUICK BITESAfter a long day at thebeach or an outdooradventure, some visitorsare looking for a quickbite. We have a variety ofdrive-in, deli-style and fastfood establishmentsready to serve you!* photos by Dianne BrandonONTARIOSWESTCOAST.CAPAGE 7

PATIOS & DECKSSummertime is patio time! Pick your perfect patio from thelist below or find your own favourite, as many restaurantshave expanded their patios this summer.EXETERBAYFIELDThe Barn Restaurant & PubAlbion Hotel1 Main St. N., Bayfieldat Exeter Golf Clubalbionbayfield.comBayfield Brewing Co.’sPublic House14 Main St. N., BayfieldBayfieldbrewingco.comBlack Dog Village Pub &Bistro5 Main St. N., Bayfieldblackdogpubbistro.ca40374 Kirkton Rd., Centraliaexetergolfclub.ca/the-barnCrabby Joe’s58 Main St. N., Exetercrabbyjoes.comEddington’s of Exeter527 Main St. S., Exetereddingtons.caThe Dock’s Restaurant & BarGODERICHBeach Street Station76559 Bluewater Hwy., Bayfielddocksrestaurantbar.com2 Beach St., Goderichbeachstreetstation.comThe Lake House of BayfieldPark House Restaurant21 Main St. N., Bayfieldlakehouseofbayfield.com168 West St., Goderichparkhouserestaurant.comBLYTHCowbell Brewing Co.40035 Blyth Rd., Blythcowbellbrewing.comPAGE 8Part II Bistro10 Courthouse Square, Goderichpart2bistro.ca* photo by of Dianne BrandonEXPLORE YOUR BACKYARD

DRIVE-IN DININGHuron County is home to six independently-owned vintagedrive-in restaurant and hamburger stands. Each of them havetheir own unique specialties but the one thing they have incommon is that they continue to serve quality locally-sourcedgrilled summertime standards.WOODLAND DRIVE-INFREEZE KING17 Mill Rd., Bayfieldfacebook.com/Woodland-Drive-In42566 Huron Rd. (Hwy. #8),SeaforthFARMER’S DELLSKY RANCH DRIVE-IN6 London Rd. (Hwy. #4), m/skyranchdriveinWILLY’S BURGER BARFROSTY QUEEN267 Huron St (Hwy. #8), Clintonfacebook.com/willysburgerbar81669 Bluewater Hwy., Goderich143 Josephine St., Winghamfacebook.com/frostyqueenandfrostypitaplace* photo above courtesy of Woodlands Drive-InONTARIOSWESTCOAST.CAPAGE 9

BEEROntario’s West Coast has quickly emerged as one of Ontario’snewest craft beer, cider and wine regions. Use the map onontarioswestcoast.ca to plan your strategy for visiting our 7breweries, 6 wineries and be sure to raise a glass to Ontario’sWest Coast beer and wine producers!BAD APPLE BREWINGCOMPANY LTD.HALF HOURS ON EARTHBREWERYLocated in a century barn andsurrounded by orchards where theygrow produce for their recipes.badapplebrewingco.comThis brewery produces anextremely easy to obtain productwith their online store, retail storeand availability at across theprovince.halfhoursonearth.comSTONE HOUSE BREWING CO.The Stone House BrewingCompany offers Czech Pilsner, DarkLager, and Bavarian Lager.stonehousebrewing.caBAYFIELD BREWING CO.The Bayfield Brewing Co, opened inearly 2019, in the heart of historicdowntown Bayfield.bayfieldbrewingco.comCOWBELL BREWING CO.Located in Blyth, this awardwinning brewery features familyfriendly restaurant, retail store,and entertainment spaces.cowbellbrewing.comPAGE 10RIVER ROAD BREWING &HOPSBayfield’s first farm-basedbrewery, grows the veryingredients that makes up theirbeloved beverages.riverroadbrewing.comSQUARE BREWSquare Brew produces roughly2000L of beer per week in suchflavours as Huron County MangoSquad, and Square One.squarebrewco.comEXPLORE YOUR BACKYARD

WINE & CIDER2ND STREETLIGHT ESTATEWINERYPlanted with five different vines ofCabernet Franc, Baco Noir, Vidal,Chardonnay and Riesling. Retailside opened in 2019.2ndstreetlightwines.caBAYFIELD BERRY FARMWINERYIn addition to its beloved bakedgood, fresh produce, andpreserves, the business now offersa collection of fruit wines, ciders,wine coolers and schnapps.bayfieldberryfarm.on.caCORNERFIELD WINE CO.Located on a 175 year-old farmand employing traditionalwinemaking processes in their halfdozen wine offerings.cornerfieldwineco.comDARK HORSE ESTATE WINERYPlanted with over 22,000 vinesconsisting of such varieties asCabernet Franc, Chardonnay,Riesling, Baco Noir, Vidal, COAST.CAEAST STREET CIDER CO.With a combination of 100%Ontario apples, innovative ideas,and a traditional atmosphere, EastStreet Cider Co. have managed tocraft an easy-drinking cider that allcan enjoy. eaststreetcider.comMAELSTROM WINERYThe Landsborough family pavedthe way for wineries in HuronCounty, establishing the first inthe county. Today, the familyproduces over a dozen differentwines! maelstromwinery.caSCHATZ WINERY,HESSENLAND INNAfter having perfected theaccommodation side ofHessenland Inn, the Ihrig familywas ready to add a new facet totheir business. With all hands ondeck, the family carried out theirfirst harvest in October 2017producing fan favourites such asFrontenac Blanc and Petite Pearl.hessenland.comPAGE 11

FRESH FROM THE FARMFinding local, fresh and delicious food doesn’t get any easierthan it does in Huron County. As one of the largest foodproducing regions in Ontario, the diversity of food productsavailable throughout the year is remarkable. Visitontarioswestcoast.ca for a list of retail outlets where youcan purchase directly from the producers.THURSDAYSBlyth Outdoor Market4 to 8 pm, July to Octoberfacebook.com/blythoutdoormarketSeaforth CommunityMarketBrussels Farmers’ MarketFour Winds Wedding & EventBarn2 to 6 pm, May to Octoberfacebook.com/Brusselsfarmersmarket3 to 7 pm, June to AYSGoderich Farmers’ MarketCourthouse Square/SouthStreet/Montreal StreetFRIDAYSBayfield Farmers’ Market8 am to noon, May to th AgriplexOnline Store/Clan GregorSquare3 to 7 pm, May to Octoberfacebook.com/bayfieldfarmersmarketPAGE 12*Times and opening and closingdates subject to change. Pleaseconfirm time and location beforeheading out.EXPLORE YOUR BACKYARD

ON THE WATERSAIL HURON with a crew ofexperienced sailors on the 34 footsailboat, Stir Crazy, for a afternooncruise on Lake Huron from Bayfield.sailhuron.comXTREME WATER SPORTS inGrand Bend offers Seadoos , JetSkis and Waverunners for rent,as well as an exclusive jet boatcharter service and the latest waterthrill-ride, FlyBoarding!xtremewatersports.caPARASAIL over Grand Bendbeach and beautiful Lake Huronwith the assistance of the skilledand experienced staff of GrandBend Parasail.grandbendparasail.comSPLASH PADS360 BIKES ‘N BOARDS islocated on the Square in Goderichand offers kayak rentals.360bikesnboards.comTHE YOGA DEN offers a varietyof Stand Up Paddle Board classesand camps in Goderich, includingSUP Yoga, SUP fitness, and SUPKids camps. theyogaden.caWINDMILL LAKE WAKE &ECO PARK offers water activitiesfor all ages. Try wakeboarding,paddle boarding, canoeing,kayaking and pedal boating on a40-acre private lake.windmill-lake.caExeter Splash Zone2-70 Andrew St., Exeter*Please confirm opening and timeswith local municipalitysouthhuron.caBayfield (Lions) Splash Pad80 Victoria St. N, GoderichVictoria Park Splash Pad6 The Square, ton Children’s Splash Pad281 William St., Wingham85 Park Lane, Clintoncentralhuron.caWingham Splash Padnorthhuron.ca

BEACHESThere’s no match to the feeling of beingat the beach. Huron County has 14public beaches located along 100 km ofscenic shoreline.AMBERLEY BEACHThis natural and secluded beach issomewhat rocky with grassy patchesand small trees for shade.ASHFIELD PARKA large, secluded beach. Take the steepand winding road down to the parkingarea. A small pavilion is located at topof the hill.PORT ALBERT BEACHPort Albert offers a mid-sized sandybeach. The river flowing into the lakeoffers excellent fishing opportunities.POINT FARMSPROVINCIAL PARKThis large, sandy beach is located withinPoint Farms Provincial Park. Admissionfee is required for day use.SUNSET BEACHA long path followed by stairs leads tothe rocky beach and provides excellentopportunities for birdwatchers.GODERICH MAIN BEACHA large sandy beach featuring aboardwalk, snack bar and playground,making this an excellent choice forfamilies.* Please note that changing water levelscan have an impact on beaches.PAGE 14EXPLORE YOUR BACKYARD

ST. CHRISTOPHER’S BEACHHOWARD STREET BEACHA pavilion, playground and picnictables make this rocky beach anexcellent location for lakefrontpicnics and family gatherings.This beach is reached by astaircase, which leads to the whitesand stretching along the village’scoastline.ROTARY COVE BEACHHOUSTON HEIGHTS BEACHA large sandy beach, this locationalso offers picnic tables, benches, asnack bar, trees for shade, and alarge playground for kids.This secluded location offersaccess by way of a staircase downto the sandy shores and a pavilionin a park-like setting.BLACK’S POINT ROADBEACHThis natural area, popular with birdwatchers, offers a wide beach withlots of grassy areas and smallbushes.PORT BLAKE PARK BEACHA sandy beach that is often busywith visitors, the location offers apicnic shelter and playground.Admission fee is required.GRAND BEND BEACHBAYFIELD PIER BEACHBayfield’s Main Beach is locatednext to the pier and marina, visitorscan rent canoes and kayaks.The largest beach on the Huronshoreline. Popular with visitors, thisbeach is often busy and offersrecreational opportunities.HURON BEACH INFOHuron Perth Public Health (HPPH) monitors all publicbeaches in Perth and Huron Counties by testing the water forunsafe bacteria. For up-to-date information on waterquality and beach openings, please check hpph.ca.

TRAILSThis summer explore one (or more!) of the 30 hiking trailsavailable for all ages and skill levels. Here are a fewfavourites to get you started:MAITLAND TRAILFollow the 49 km trail fromGoderich to Auburn along thebeautiful, winding route of thelower Maitland River.MaitlandTrail.caSAWMILL TRAILOne of the Bayfield River ValleyTrails, the 2 km Sawmill Trailfeatures a range of historical andnatural points of interest.BayfieldTrails.comSOUTH HURON TRAILThe 8 km all-season trail windsthrough the scenic Ausable RiverValley between MacNaughton Parkin Exeter and Morrison DamConservation Area. abca.on.caWAWANOSH VALLEYCONSERVATION AREAThe Conservation Area offers ascenic 3 km trail loop that crossesthe Belgrave Creek, passes throughmeadows with hedgerow plantingsand down a steep hill to the cedarlowlands at the river. mvca.on.caBANNOCKBURNCONSERVATION AREAThe 1 km trail loop located onBannockburn Line is home to sixdifferent natural communities: wetmeadow, white cedar, deciduousforest, marsh, old field and mixedscrub. abca.on.caHURON HIKING GUIDECheck out the Huron County Hiking Guide for a full list of trails inHuron County. Pick up a copy at local tourism centres or downloada digital copy at ontarioswestcoast.ca

GOLFOntario’s West Coast offers 10 different courses to choosefrom. While each course offers its own distinct course design,challenges, and hazards, the one thing they all share incommon is the picturesque landscapes we’re famous for.BLUEWATER GOLF COURSE& CAMPGROUNDSEAFORTH GOLF &COUNTRY CLUB77416 Bluewater Hwy., Bayfieldbluewatergolfandcamp.ca42990 Front Rd., Seaforthseaforthgolf.comEXETER GOLF CLUBSUNSET GOLF CLUB40374 Kirkton Rd., Centraliaexetergolfclub.ca33937 Golf Course Rd., Goderichsunsetgolfclub.comIRONWOOD GOLF CLUBWHITE SQUIRREL GOLFCLUB70969 Morrison Line, Exetergolfnorth.ca/ironwood72538 Bluewater Hwy., Zurichwhitesquirrelgolfclub.comTHE MAITLAND25 North Harbour Rd. E., Goderichthemaitland.comWINGHAM GOLF &CURLING CLUBOAKWOOD RESORT GOLFCOURSE40292 Jamestown Rd., 1 Bluewater Hwy.,Grand Bendoakwoodresort.caWOODLANDS LINKS GOLFCLUB37858 Huron Rd. (Hwy 8), Clintonwoodlandslinks.comONTARIOSWESTCOAST.CAPAGE 17

CYCLINGExperience beautiful, rural scenery and diverse landscapeson a cycling adventure through Huron County!BIKE RENTALSBlyth Bike Tours offers bikerentals and tours. Off-season byrequest. blythbiketours.com360 Bikes ’n Boards rents bikesand paddle boards to explore theLake Huron coastline, waterfrontand the Town of Goderich.360bikesnboards.comGoderich Bike Shop offers bikerentals available in-store, at thebeach, or delivered to your cottageor home. goderichbikeshop.comBayfield Archives & HeritageCentre offers Quadra-cycle rentalsfor 20 per hour. The quads are abig hit with people visiting and afun way of touring the village withsurprise spectacular views of LakeHuron. bayfieldhistorical.caOFF-ROAD CYCLINGThe Goderich to Guelph Rail Trail, known as theG2G, runs 127 km of multi-use green space alongthe former CPR railway line. The G2G Rail Trailoffers a large and safe corridor to bike on for allages and experience levels. g2grailtrail.comA new Huron County Cycling Guide is coming soon.Watchfor it at ontarioswestcoast.ca EXPLORE YOUR BACKYARDPAGE 18

FISHING &PADDLINGFrom anglers looking to reel in the catchof a lifetime, to families just looking forsome fun on the water, the opportunitiesfor fishing in Huron County are endless.Fly Fitters provides anglers of all levelswith guided fly fishing, spey fishing andsport fishing adventures on the Maitland,Bayfield and Saugeen Rivers.flyfitters.caMaitland Valley Fishing Chartersprovides services to individuals and smallgroups for sport fishing on Lake Huronfrom early May through the end ofSeptember. maitlandvalleyfishing.comEnjoy fully-guided fishing charters forsalmon, trout and walleye using the bestfishing equipment with Grand BendFishing Charters. Charters run Aprilthrough September.grandbendfishingcharters.comHURON COUNTY FISHINGCheck out the Huron County FishingGuide for a comprehensive overview ofangling in Huron County atontarioswestcoast.ca.

Whether canoeing or kayaking, Huron Countyoffers a variety of paddling opportunities ranging fromflat water rows to mild white water adventures.Rent a canoe or kayak from the Bayfield Marina and paddleup the mouth of the Bayfield River. If the lake is calm, paddleout past the pier walls to open Marina-inBayfieldHURON COUNTY PADDLING GUIDECheck out the Huron County Paddling Guide for acomprehensive overview of paddling in Huron County atontarioswestcoast.ca.THE PORT ALBERT FISHWAYLocated in Port Albert, this man-madestructure allows fish to by-pass obstructionsto travel upstream on the Nine Mile River.Fish jumping can be viewed from late Marchuntil early May, with peak runs occurring thelast 2 weeks in April. In the fall, jumpingoccurs from mid-September until lateNovember, with the peak occurring duringOctober and early November.

OUTDOOR RECREATIONCLINTON RACEWAY & CASINOBring the whole gang to Ontario’s family track, Clinton Raceway & Casinofor a day of exciting harness racing! Check out the 1/2 mile track, picnicareas, swimming pool, slots and more. clintonraceway.comTHE EDGE OF WALTON CHALLENGEDiscover your limits at The Edge of Walton Challenge Course. Theoutdoor facility offers rope climbing, high tower and mountain bikingadventures. edgeofwalton.caWALTON RACEWAYWalton Raceway is home to the longest running motocross tracks inCanada and hosts the Canadian Motocross Grand National Championship.waltonraceway.caGRAND BEND MOTORPLEXOne of Canada’s premier racing facilities, the Grand Bend Motorplex is amulti-use sports facility that features Canada’s largest 1/4 mile dragracing facility. grandbendmotorplex.caGRAND BEND SPORT PARACHUTING CENTREAt the Grand Bend Sport Parachuting Centre Inc., a first jump is a free-fallskydive with two instructors assisting, until the parachute is PAGE 21

INDOOR RECREATIONALL-IN SKATEPARKLITTLE BOWLLocated in Zurich, SouthwesternOntario’s biggest and best Indoorskatepark for BMX, scooters andboards. allinactionsports.comFamily fun with 12 lanes of 5-pinbowling for fun and parties inGoderich. Fully licensed.littlebowl.caCHUCK IT GODERICHMAITLAND VALLEY GROTTOThis axe throwing facility is open toanyone ages 12 and up - thosebetween 12 and 17 years oldrequire a parent/guardian.chuckitgoderich.comAn indoor bouldering gym locatedin Goderich. Bouldering is one ofthe most efficient ways to learnrock climbing techniques.maitlandvalleygrotto.comESCAPE ROOM GODERICHTOWN & COUNTRYBOWLING LANESTest your teamwork skills as youwork through puzzles and clues toescape various rooms.escaperoomgoderich.caLocated in Zurich, offering 5-PinBowling in a small-town, friendlyatmosphere.townandcountrybowling.comFORE ON THE FLOOREnjoy state of the art golf simulatorand virtual driving range. HD racingsimulator lets you choose your car,choose your track, and choose yourthrill. foreonthefloor.caICECULTUREBook a 90-minute guided tour inHensall to see the process behindice sculpture creation.iceculture.comPAGE 22GODERICH-HURON &CENTRAL HURON YMCAThe Goderich-Huron YMCA andCentral Huron YMCA offer annualmemberships and visitor daypasses. ymcaswo.ca* Businesses listed may not be ableto open in 2020. Please check onlinefor most up-to-date information.* photo courtesy ofMaitland Valley GrottoEXPLORE YOUR BACKYARD

MUSEUMS & HISTORIC SITES* Some museums may not be able to open in 2020.Please check online for most up-to-date information.HURON COUNTY MUSEUM110 North St., GoderichPermanent and temporary exhibitsthat depict Huron County’s historyand culture.huroncounty.museum.caHURON HISTORIC GAOL181 Victoria St., GoderichA national Historic Site, HuronHistoric Gaol served as the CountyJail from its opening in 1841 untilclosure in 1972.huroncounty.museum.caBAYFIELD ARCHIVES &HERITAGE CENTRE20 Main St. N., BayfieldThe Heritage Centre featuresartefacts and short videos thatshowcase Bayfield’s history.bayfieldhistorical.caST. JOSEPH HISTORIC PARK33996 Park Ave. at Intersection ofHwy. 21 and Zurich-Hensall RoadHistorical information plaques tellSt. Joseph’s unique FrenchCanadian history.stjosephmuseum.caONTARIOSWESTCOAST.CACNR SCHOOL CAR ONWHEELS MUSEUM76 Victoria Terrace, ClintonVisit a century old wooden railcarthat was part of Northern Ontario’srailcar school system.centralhuron.com/schoolcarGAIRBRAID81501 River Ridge Cres., GoderichThe burial plot of Goderichfounder, Dr. William “Tiger” Dunlopis located along the Maitland Trailon land where he planned to builda new town named Gairbraid.huroncounty.museum.ca/gairbraidVAN EGMOND HOUSE80 Kippen Rd., EgmondvilleCountry manor house built in 1846has been carefully restored andfurnished with period *photo courtesy of the HuronCounty MuseumPAGE 23

HERITAGE WALKING TOURSBAYFIELDGODERICHWander through Bayfield’sheritage district, along tree linedstreets, and past harbour viewswith the Self-Guided Walking Tourbooklet ( 5) from the BayfieldHeritage Centre & Archives orVillage Bookshop.bayfieldhistorical.caThe Goderich Municipal and MarineHeritage Committee has puttogether a series of four enjoyablescenic walks that exploreGoderich’s rich history. goderich.caBRUSSELSAfter officially becoming a villagein 1855, Brussels grew into aprosperous community with itsown railway station, many localindustries, several churches andcommunity groups, and a mainstreet of fine brick blocks.huroneast.comEXETERSEAFORTHSeaforth is a quintessential smallOntario town, with a storystretching back to the early 1850s.huroneast.comVANASTRAVisit the former site of a top secretRoyal Canadian Air Force trainingbase, once used to train over 7,000radar technicians and staff forAmerican, British and Canadianforces during World War II.huroneast.com/blog/tag/vanastraA leisurely stroll down Exeter’sMain Street will tell the stories ofthe historic family businesses builtby Exeter’s first settlers.experienceexeter.caAUDIO WALKING TOURSDownload one of the Huron County Historic Walking Tours audiotours from Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts. Choose from 12walking tours in Bayfield, Blyth and Goderich. Full list of audiotours and download links available at: ontarioswestcoast.ca.

ART GALLERIESThe beauty of Huron County has inspired countless visualartists working in all media and styles. Check out some oftheir creations along with the work of talented artisansworking in traditional and contemporary crafts.BAYFIELDJMR CollectionsFACTS: Fashion Arts &Creative Textiles ain Street GalleryWild Goose Studio ook.com/wildgoosestudiocanadaMarten Arts GalleryWonky Frog onkyFrogStudioPatina Studios & GalleryGODERICHElizabeth’s Art HThe Blyth Festival eryThe Goderich Co-op Gallerygcgallery.caReuben R. Sallows T.CAPAGE 25

FAMILY-FRIENDLY ACTIVITIESOntario’s West Coast makes for a great family destination.Here are few activities we recommend doing with the kidsthis summer.Pack up the car and get ready forWake & Eco Park. Nestledthis summertime tradition ofyesteryear by taking in ablockbuster under the stars at theStarlite Drive-In Theatreoutside of Grand Bend.starlitedriveintheatre.com/GrandBendAfter a day enjoying the sand andsurf at Point Farms ProvincialPark, head across the road toPoint Farms Market for around of miniature golf topped offwith an ice cream cone. there are30 flavours to choose from!facebook.com/pointfarmsIf your kids have a bit of thedaredevil in them scratch that itchwith a trip to Windmill LakePAGE 26within 200 acres of forest, the 40acre private lake offers wakeboard& paddling activities are for all agesand an Aqua Park, inflatablefloating obstacle course, forages 6 . windmill-lake.caFor 30 years, Iceculture has beena major player in the world of icecarving. Book a 90-minute guidedtour to see the processes, hear thestories and see amazing icesculptures take shape.iceculture.comBuild the family bonds as you enjoyfun outdoor adventure at Edge ofThe Edge of Walton. Challengeyourself with rope climbing,balancing, and tight rope walking.edgeofwalton.caEXPLORE YOUR BACKYARD

A DAY IN BAYFIELDYOUR ITINERARYStart the day by heading out on ahike on one of six Bayfield Trails(bayfieldtrails.com). After your hikestroll Bayfield’s Historic MainStreet and visit some of thegalleries and shops.Visit the tap room to try a flight ofthe brewery’s current offerings.Grab a quick lunch of fish tacos,footlong hot dog or poutine at(blackdogpubbistro.ca), TheThere’s no lack of great choices foran exceptional dinner in Bayfield.Dine al fresco at Black DogVillage Pub & BistroCopenhagen’s(faceook.com.copenhagens). Don’tforget to save room for a decadentcupcake from Pink FlamingoBakery(thepinkflamingobakery.com)Spend the hottest part of theafternoon staying cool atBayfield’s Main Beach. After afew hours at the beach you’ll haveworked up a thirst for a lateafternoon beverage at BayfieldLakehouse of Bayfield(lakehouseofbayfield.com)or stay put and go next door to theBayfield Brewing Co.’sPublic House.After dinner enjoy one of the worldfamous double sunsets atPioneer Park. Afterwards ifyou’re still going strong, enjoy anight cap on the veranda (weatherpermitting) of the BayfieldLittle Inn (littleinn.com).Brewing GE 27

A TASTY DAY TOURYOUR ITINERARYStart the day with a great cup ofcoffee. Pick up some bean

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