30,000
Island Cruise
30,000 Island Cruise departs the docks at 9 Bay Street for a three
hour unforgettable trip along the narrow channels and shallow
waterways of the 30,000 Islands of Georgian Bay. The triple deck
"Island Queen." is a modern, well equipped cruise ship,
accommodating 550 passengers. The "Island Queen" is
wheelchair accessible. A boat cruise to remember - among the largest
concentration of islands in the world! For more information call
1-800-506-2628.
Depot Harbour
Located on Wasauksing Ojibway First Nation's Territory (Parry
Island), once a thriving town and the deepest fresh water port
in Canada. Today it is a ghost town; building foundations and
sidewalks are all that remain. For more information call 1-800-461-4261.
Fire Hall
Constructed in 1893, the original bell called the volunteer firefighters
for 73 years and sounded the nine o'clock curfew until World War
II. The historical landmark has been refurbished and is open to
the public during the summer months. It is located at Market Square,
downtown Parry Sound. For more information call 1-800-461-4261.
M.V. Chippewa III
Cruise and dine through the 30,000 Islands aboard the MV Chippewa III, a former Niagara Falls Maid of the Mist. The MV Chippewa is a 65 ft. Classic Georgian Bay tug with charm and charisma. She is fully equipped with washrooms and is also licensed to sell alcoholic beverages. Commentators explain the sights and points of interest along the way with informal talks. They offer: daytime excursions, dinner/sunset cruises, island restaurant stop-overs, fall colour tours and two hour sightseeing tours. (705) 746-6064 or 1-888-283-5870.
The
Humphrey Township Museum
Located on Highway 141, just opposite Clear Lake Road, the Museum features artifacts from the late 1800's, primarily found in the former Humphrey Township. It is open in the summer months.
Charles W. Stockey Centre and Bobby Orr Hall of Fame
Opened July 2003 480 Seat accxoustically world standard performance hall state of the art hockey exhibition space and interactive entertainment. Home of Festival of the Sound.2 Bay Street, Parry Sound, ON P2A 1S3,Tel: 705-746-4466; Toll Free: 1-877-746-4466; Email: info@stockeycentre.com; Web Site: www.stockeycentre.com
Parry Sound Golf & Country Club
Everything for your golfing needs. Rated at 132, we believe this 18 hole course is the most picturesque, challenging 6000 yards par 71 in Canada. Group and tournament information available upon request. For tee off times and club reservations call 705-342-5262.
Rotary and Algonquin Regiment Fitness Trail
Wide level path along the picturesque Parry Sound shores to enjoy
Georgian Bay in its natural splendour.
GEORGIAN BAY'S ULTIMATE ADVENTURE! A Spectacular All Canadian Experience. Can you come out and play? Our guided half-day ATV adventures last 3 - 4 hours and are perfect for a morning or afternoon diversion. We cater to the novie rider as well as to the experienced ATVer. Explore some long forgotten pioneer trails and see some out of the way lakes, cranberry bogs and .... if we are lucky ...a bear or moose or two! Telephone: (705) 746-9481 E mail: adventure@bearclawtours.com Web Site: www.bearclawtours.com
Seguin Recreational Trail
Begins at the Information Centre (10 minutes south of Parry Sound) and extends 61 km eastward. The trail is available for walking and biking, with designated areas for motorized recreational vehicles in the summer and fall. For more information call 1-800-461-4261.
Observation Tower
Located next to the museum on Tower Hill. Climb 131 steps to reach
the top. The view over the town and Georgian Bay is breathtaking
and well worth the climb.
Galleries
Art lovers can visit Artemis Gallery or Loon Studios in the Town of Parry Sound to enjoy original fine art, First Nations art and northern art work. The galleries offer special programs and art classes. For more information call 1-800-461-4261.
The Parry Sound Station Gallery a not-for-profit Public Art Gallery located in a renovated historical train station dated 1907. 705-746-9206 Web Site: www.psstationgallery.ca
Boating
Parry Sound has always
been a boater's paradise. Located in the heart of the 30,000 Islands
of Georgian Bay, the area offers a water experience second to
none. Virtually every water sport is available in the Parry Sound
Area.Georgian Bay and more than 1,000 inland lakes beckon.Canoeing,
kayaking, power and sail boating enthusiasts will enjoy the endless
days of summer. For transient boaters, Big Sound Marina or Town
Dock are in close proximity to the downtown Parry Sound core.
If you come by boat, dockage, fuel and supplies are available
at one of the many full-service marinas that dot the shoreline.
From sunrise to sunset there are water activities for all. Local
marinas rent boats for your boating pleasure.
For your comfort the Big Sound Marina and Town Dock are fully
equipped with showers, laundry facilities, washrooms, electrical
and water hookups with pump out available at the Town Dock. Channel
68 or (705)-746-7642.
Fishing
The Parry Sound Area is renowned for its world class sport fishing.
The local waters teem with bass, pike, lake trout and muskie.
Expert guides offer charters; several marinas rent boats; bait
shops and ice hut rentals serve winter anglers.
Golfing
Set in the Precambrian shield, the Parry Sound Area offers two
golf courses. Deer Run Golf Course and Parry
Sound Golf and Country Club. Both clubs offer licensed facilities
and an exciting round of golf. Enjoy a scenic and challenging
game in the great outdoors.
Winter in the Play Land
When old man winter sets in, he brings on new activities, such
as snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, ice-fishing, dog sledding,
and snowshoeing . . . just to mention a few. This is in addition
to the unsurpassed beauty of the ice-covered pines, the beautiful
inland lakes and Georgian Bay. The West Parry Sound Snowsport
Association encompasses nine volunteer snowmobile clubs within
the West Parry Sound Area.
Downtown Parry Sound Business Association
Events, shopping and so much more!
Logging Days Festival
Toll Free: 1-800-972-6616
Tugfest
Tel: 705-746-4213
Toll Free: 1-800-461-4261
Web site: www.tugfest.net
Festival of the Sound
Tel: 705-746-2410
Email: info@festivalofthesound.on.ca
Web site: www.festivalofthesound.on.ca
Parry Sound Area Information Centre
Tel: 705-378-5105
Town of Parry Sound
Tel: 705-746-2101
Fax: 705-746-7461
Parry
Sound Chamber of Commerce
Toll Free: 800-461-4261
Fax: 705-746-1595
Email: parrysoundchamber.ca
Web Site: parrysoundchamber.ca
Your Host Destinations/Parry Sound
Your local host will advise you on where to stay, what to do and where to eat based on our experience of visiting every venue we endorse. Get a clear understanding of your accommodations and what to expect before you arrive.
Know before you go,
75 Cascade Street
Parry Sound, ON P2A 1K4
Tel: 866-371-2673 ~ 751-8852
Dawn.Maurice@YourHostDestinations.com
www.yourhostdestinations.com/parrysound
The Ridge at Manitou Golf Club
Our vision is of a serene place, where each drive, each step along the course or through the land, takes us deeper into the connection between ourselves and the natural world so abundant all around us.
160 Inn Road, RR #1,
Parry Sound.ON P2A 2W7
Tel. 705-389-3978
Fax. 705-389-2687
Email: ted@ridgeatmanitou.com
Website: www.ridgeatmanitou.com
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