Later, “Lace
‘em up” for Olde-time Canadian Hockey under the stars on our torch-lit
skating rink. Later, share in a Canadian tradition recounting the
highlights of the days events around the “Hot Stove” while enjoying wine,
cheese and crackers around the fire. For the really brave, a short
excursion across the lake ends with a “Hot Sauna”. Who is dare enough to
drop through the ice on a chilly winter night on the edge of Algonquin Park? You might be surprised.
Customized Algonquin Park area itineraries are
designed for groups of 10-20 and no-worries winter travel from Union Station
on Ontario Northland train is easily arranged.
Winter
Break
Stays at the Edge of Algonquin Park:
Spend a winter getaway with us and enjoy our
unique lodging, delectable meals and edgy activities. From Dec
21-March 31 winter is here.
Package Features:
Accommodation:
Make yourself at home for two nights in our intimate Forest Cabins (sleeping
up to 4 guests each); our dormitory suite in Points North (sleeping up to 6).
Settle in, around a roaring fire to enjoy a warm drink and share informally with other
guests this winter at Algonquin Park.
Mealtime: Northern
Edge Algonquin staff are renowned for creating meals that excite the taste
buds, and a
festive atmosphere fills the dining room in the Main House as you enjoy real food
that will have you asking for recipes. See
Mealtime link
Activities:
Northern
Edge Algonquin has been providing our unique brand of itineraries since 1995. Choose up to two itineraries/day from those described below
to personalize your visit.
"Ready to Go"
Itineraries
(see our group planning page for more information or call toll free 800
953-EDGE to discuss a wider range of activities)
“Snow-Quest”: solve puzzles, follow clues, complete team challenges and
participate in Outdoor adventure by snoe shoeing, kick sledding, and Nordic
skiing as you find your way to a remote lunch site.
Ice Golf:
Use traditional clubs and tennis balls on our temporary ice golf course or
take on the Algonquin Disc Golf Course tossing colourful frisbee-style discs
in the park.
Wahoo! Power of
the Drum: Create a community of tribal wisdom inspired by
the improvised and traditional sounds we craft using a variety of drums,
rattles musical instruments and our voices.
Night Magic: Few natural vistas can match the inspirational panorama of the
Milky Way arching overhead in our dark sky. Learn the constellations and
their stories. If we're lucky the Northern Lights (aurora borealis) may even
put on a show.
Birds and Things
that Fly: Join one of Ontario’s renowned naturalist/birders
on a nature excursion to meet the wide area of birds at home in the
Algonquin Highlands. Identify black capped chickadees, gray jays,
crossbills, and more.
Finding your Edge
with Yoga: Practicing yoga is a form of conditioning; that
can help to bring about a sense of peace in a sometimes unbalanced world. At
the lakefront, stretch your body and still your mind, finding sanctuary from
the stress of life in the city.
Hockey Night in
Canada: We’ll bring out the nets, sticks and jerseys for an
old-fashioned game of shinny hockey, followed up by a traditional hot stove
session in Points North (includes skate rental).
Making Tracks -
Snowshoeing:
Enjoy the quiet of winter on a walk in the forest seeking out the tracks of
wildlife or choose to snowshoe on the lake and leave tracks of a different
sort. A backcountry lunch nicely compliments this experience.
Curling: Let’s have a bonspiel! We’ll provide the keys to the South River
Curling club, set you up with equipment, and instruction as well as provide
some entertaining games for everyone to enjoy.
Spirit of the
Drum: Exploring the Power of Symbols, Ceremony, Words:
Look within and learn how to accomplish your goals with less
effort and more joy. Learn to use three simple tools to motivate and
challenge yourself to live the life you dream.
Quest for the Golden Nectar:
Join us in our Sugar Shack to tap trees, boil sap and bottle your own home
made maple syrup in a decorative bottle. A perfect addition to a late-winter
retreat.
The Tom
Thomson Experience: Take a hike with an artist who will teach you
to see with an artists eye and help you record your impressions using a
variety of artistic tools. Later, fireside, learn local stories of
Algonquin's most famous artist.
Northern Edge
Algonquin is a natural choice for groups of friends & families
seeking retreats aand adventure retreats with exclusive
private ecology lodge accommodation