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Explore All That Eastern Ontario Has To Offer.

Eastern Ontario is a great place to be in the summer. From festivals and fairs to historic sites, to helicopter tours, there’s something for everyone. We encourage you to make the Shootout Tournament an opportunity to explore our area (and take advantage on the Ontario Staycation Tax Credit)!

Kemptville Live Music Festival

Four day Live music festival, on the grounds of Kemptville Campus, featuring Country, Rock, Rhythm and Blues, Folk and Roots. This year’s performers include Colin James and Melissa Ethridge. Dates: July 20 - 23, 2023 For more information: http://www.kemptvillelivemusicfestival.com/

Upper Canada Village

Upper Canada Village is a heritage park near Morrisburg, Ontario, which depicts a 19th-century village in Upper Canada. At Upper Canada Village you can explore authentic buildings, period activities and costumed interpreters that bring the late Victorian era to life. Meet the friendly blacksmith, the jovial baker and the happy cheesemaker as they go about their daily chores. For more information: http://www.uppercanadavillage.com/

Brockville Railway Tunnel

Discover Canada’s first and oldest train tunnel, the unique Brockville Railway Tunnel, which stretches underneath historic Brockville’s downtown district. Walking through the tunnel is a unique experience. A series of colourful LED lights fade and glow while highlighting the architectural and engineering heritage. It features 735 light fixtures and a modern sound system. Several benches along the walls provide places to rest, and different panels offer stories of area history, geology and construction. For more information: http://www.brockvillerailwaytunnel.com/

Fort Wellington National Historic Site

First built during the War of 1812 to defend the St. Lawrence River shipping route from attack by the United States, Fort Wellington also helped thwart another American invasion during the 1837-38 Upper and Lower Canada rebellions. Explore the wreck of an 1812-era gunboat, try on a costume and take part in military drill, witness a cannon firing, savour period treats cooked over an open fire, or play games from long ago. For more information: http://www.pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/on/wellington

Great Lakes Waterfront Trail

Stretching over 3600km along the Canadian shores of Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River, the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail connects 155 communities and over 842 parks and natural areas including wetlands, forests and beaches. Perfect for hikers and cyclists of all abilities, Cornwall’s Waterfront Trail is a dedicated multi-use trail spans the city’s entire waterfront, offering stunning views of the Cornwall Canal and the St Lawrence River. For more information: http://waterfronttrail.org/places/communities/cornwall

Thousand Islands Tower

The 1000 Islands Tower is a unique tourist attraction, the only one of it's kind in the 1000 Islands. Running continuously, the elevator takes only 40 seconds to reach the first of three observation decks and provide visitors with a spectacular photographic opportunity as they enjoy the panoramic view of the 1000 Islands and St Lawrence River stretched out 130 meters or 400' below. For more information: http://1000islandstower.com

Aquatarium at Tall Ships Landing

Bursting with exciting adventures with playful otters to historical reenactments. The Aquatarium is an interactive experience that vividly illustrates all aspects of life along the St. Lawrence River. Appealing to kids and adults alike, it brings history and nature to life in a captivating display that fascinates and absorbs. For more information: http://aquatarium.ca

Rockport Cruises

Discover and experience the Heart of the 1000 Islands, majestic castles and whispers of a thousand legends, as you cruise the breathtaking 1000 Islands with Rockport Cruises. This wonderfully lush landscape is dotted with luxurious cottages and vast estates. The only cruise line to showcase Boldt Castle on every cruise. For more information: http://rockportcruises.com

Thousand Islands Helicopter Tours

Experience all that the 1000 Islands have to offer, first class! 1000 Islands Helicopter Tours and Kouri’s Kopters offer the most spectacular views year round from planned tours, custom charters and life-changing excursions. See the beauty, romance, and grandeur of the 1000 Islands from the air. For more information: http://fly1000islands.ca

Burritts Rapids Tip to Tip Trail

The trail is an easy walk with a round trip length of four kilometres, taking about one hour to complete. Numbered trail markers along the path go with the following texts. They highlight features along the trail that were either influenced by or important in the construction of the Rideau Canal. For more information: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/on/rideau/activ/sentier- trail/burrittsrapids

Rideau Canal National Historic Site

Cast a fishing line from a rocky outcrop. Visit Victorian towns and military blockhouses. Cycle a woodland pathway and picnic alongside hand-operated locks on the 19th century Rideau Canal, an historic waterway linking a scenic string of rivers and lakes. Quickly constructed in a time of military threat, the length of the canal is now a diverse outdoor playground where history mingles with the mellow Eastern Ontario countryside. For more information: http://www.pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/on/rideau

Merrickville-Wolford

Having officially been dubbed Canada’s Most Beautiful Village by Communities in Bloom, and with more designated heritage buildings than any other Ontario community of like-size, Merrickville is a unique and vibrant Victorian village on the Rideau Canal. Merrickville is home to a variety of artists: glassblowers, potters, painters, sculpture, metalsmith, jewellery makers and much more. Many artists open their studios daily for the visitors’ enjoyment. For more information: http://www.merrickville-wolford.ca

Rideau Woodland Ramble

This 7-acre destination is nationally known by gardeners, collectors, horticulturalists and designers as one of Canada's top garden displays and garden centre. Located in a verdant woodland setting, the gardens comprise significant collections of conifers, Japanese Maples, grasses and Hostas, as well as a wide range of unusual trees, shrubs and perennials. Garden rooms and rambling trails immerse you in garden settings that showcase Magnolia and Rhododendrons in spring and give way to a thoughtfully planted succession of blooms. For more information: http://www.rideauwoodlandramble.com

King’s Lock Craft Distillery

Come to King’s Lock Craft Distillery and enjoy tastings and tours. Learn about the process of crafting our vodka, moonshine, rye, and gin. We’re Ontario’s leading distiller of certified Organic and kosher spirits, crafting all our products from scratch, in-house using grains from local farmers. We’re 100% Canadian-made and entirely local. For more information: http://www.klcraftdistillery.ca