Snow Scoop Riding - a new winter fun activity

What did the kids have the most fun doing this weekend besides skating , tobogganing, snow shoeing, snow tubing ... it was snow scoop riding!

We have a snow scoop down at the lake to clear off the rink but it wasn't used for that - One of the dads pushed it around the ice rink with one or two kids inside. Great Fun. Just the right size!


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Family Snowmobiling

Family weekend and family snowmobiling - a great combination!

This family brought a vintage ski-boose so that everyone could go together. It's like riding on a snow couch.

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Dorset Winter Carnival - Feb 20, 21, 2009

Dorset Snowball Winter Carnival

Location: Dorset
The 19th Annual Dorset Snowball Winter Carnival will be held on February 20th and 21st. It will take place around the Dorset Recreation Centre.

The Carnival kicks off with a Family Skating Party, from 6 to 9 pm on Friday, with music, hot chocolate and hot dogs.

Saturday's festivities begin the the Dorset Fire Fighter's All You Can Eat Pancak Breakfast and continue with a parade, games, food, magic shows, demonstrations, skating, and much more.

For more information, visit www.dorsetsnowball.com .

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Basics and Tips for Snowshoeing

Here's a great article on learning how to snowshoe with all the basics and some hints and tips.

http://www.rei.com/gearmail/gm021309_2/cm?cm_mmc=Email_com_gm-_-newsletter-_-021309-_-bt_snowshoes

We have a number of pairs of traditional and hi-tech snowshoes for you to borrow.

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Muskoka Snowmobile Trails are OPEN

There was conflicting reports today about the Muskoka Snowmobile trails. Some of the trails are closed around the Bracebridge and Port Carling area but they are all open in our area around Huntsville, Dwight, Dorset and Baysville.
(There's a fight between some of the landowners and the District of Muskoka government and they are using the snowmobile trails as leverage.)

For all the detailed trail info please got to :
http://www.msrsnowtrails.com/conditions.php

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Beauview is on Twitter

Follow our daily updates, news and tips on Twitter.

Go to http://www.twitter.com/BeauviewResort and just hit "follow" if you have a twitter account or sign-up for one at the prompt and then "follow".


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The BIG FISH Story was TRUE!

I was beginning to think that my neighbour Johnny was telling tall tales about the 16 pound fish that my other neighbour Mike caught on Lake of Bays.

Johnny saw my previous BLOG entry and came over with a picture of the fish as Proof!

It's not a Lake trout - its a Northern Pike- which is rare for Lake of Bays.

This fish is the talk of the town of Baysville !

Thanks for the Photo!

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Rent a Snowmobile for the Day

Danielle and Harry rented a snowmobile for the day from Redline Rentals http://www.redlinesledrentals.com/ - a nice new Arctic Cat 2 person sled.

Redline delivers to Beauview and they are one of the few businesses that delivers even if you want to go out just for the day. (The others will deliver if you rent for the weekend)

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A True BIG Fish Story?

Our neighbours Mike and Johnny have an ice hut out on Lake of Bays near Langmaids Island. Johnny tells me that Mike caught a 16 pound Lake Trout this week on his second attempt.
The first time, the fish took 30 feet of line with him and the second time they got him along with the 30 feet of line.
Mike and Johnny didn't have a camera but Mike did have his Blackberry. The only problem is that Mike didn't know how to use the camera in it. They flagged down a kid from another hut and he took the photo.

Johnny promised they'd email it to me... but I haven't seen it yet!
Maybe when Mike's kids are up at the cottage this weekend they can show him how to use the Blackberry camera.

I'll post the photo when I get it.

By the way, they put the fish back in the lake for other people to catch.


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Great Snowmobile Trails!

This is our snowmobile group back from the trails after riding throughout Muskoka all weekend.

What's the first thing they said to me? ... "Great Trails!"

See you again soon!

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Chris and Sarah - Dancing in the Snow

It's minus 20 C but that doesn't stop these two from venturing outside. They were on the lake ice rink skating and playing hockey and then went dancing in the snow in our snowshoes.

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Prepare delectable d'oeuvers like an "Executive Chef to the Rich and Famous

COOKING CLASS - Baysville, February 21st
Have you ever dreamed of preparing delectable d'oeuvers like an "Executive Chef to the Rich and Famous"?

Well now is your chance! Join Executive Chef Neil on Saturday February 21st for an evening of delicious hors d'oeuvres preparation. A combination of demonstration, hands on experience, and of course tasting guarantees a delightful evening!

Check out this fantastic menu!

Muskoka Beach Pebbles Red grapes rolled in chevre cheese in crusted pistachio

Alberta Beef Rolls With green onions, bean sprouts, and red pepper with horseradish aioli

Thai Spring Rolls With Asparagus and Hoisin Ginger dip

Frenched Jerk Chicken Wings With Tzatikzi Dip

French Onion Soup With Fresh Grated Cheese & Home Made Croutons

Seafood Martini Jumbo Shrimp, Lobster, Seafood Ceviche, kiwi mussel in Strawberry Vinaigrette
With Tangy Cocktail Sauce Served from a Martini Glass


Call now to reserve your spot! Only $45.00 per person. All recipes are included to take home.

Also participants will enjoy 15% off all purchases at Bearfoot Gourmet on the day of the class.

Space is limited so don't be disappointed.

705.767.1100 or bearfootgourmet@bellnet.ca

Class runs from 4pm - 6pm at Bearfoot Gourmet, Baysville


Beauview Cottage Resort, Huntsville, Ontario, Canada 800-363-6047

Our First Snowmobilers of the 2009 Season

Our first snowmobilers of the season arrived on Friday afternoon. They took advantage of an early check in time and got on the trails right away. They got up to Deerhurst to check out the Pond Hockey and then over to Port Sydney for dinner. Returning just after dark.

People ask us whether we have parking for snowmobile trailers. Here's an example of a large crew cab truck and 4 sled enclosed trailer parked in our parking lot.

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Canadian Pond Hockey

Canadian Pond Hockey Tournaments in Huntsville, Muskoka, Ontario

With 24 authentic pond hockey rinks, this is the world’s largest pond hockey event.

Over 2,000 competitors come to this event that is scheduled over two weekends.

Canadian National Pond Hockey Championships January 23-25, 2009

Canadian Masters Pond Hockey Championships January 30 – February 1, 2009

at Deerhurst Resort, Huntsville, Ontario.

Last year, we had a Women's Team stay with us. They placed second in the finals.

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Port Sydney Ontario Winter Carnival Jan 28 - Feb 1, 2009

The Port Sydney Winter Carnival is just over a week away. This is the first of the area winter carnivals. Runs from January 28 to Feb 1st with most of the events and activities on Saturday January 31 st

Lots to do for the whole family. -
Pancake Breakfasts, Spaghetti Dinner, Beach BBQ, Showcase of Muskoka's Fine Restaurants, Mad Scientist Science show, dog sled rides, horse drawn sleigh rides, skating, bonfire, Dancing, Snowmobile Radar Run, Re Max Balloon rides.

You can get out an enjoy Winter!

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Not just Tracks - We see Deer!

There have been deer tracks traversing our waterfront each day. I 've seen deer on the lake in the distance. Today three deer walked across our waterfront "lawn" just after lunch time.

They didn't stay long. I heard that they like to eat the leftovers from Mike and Tracey's bird feeder across the road.

Beauview Cottage Resort, Huntsville, Ontario, Canada http://www.beauview.com 800-363-6047

Snowmobile Trails are Open!

It's been a struggle for the Snowmobile Clubs to get their trails open this year. Lots of snow with lots of trees down across the trails, made it difficult to clear.

This weekend the trails are starting to open for the season. More trails will open in the next week or two. And the lakes are still unsafe to cross.

You can see the latest trail conditions by going to our local snowmobile clubs' websites:

Hill and Gully Riders Snowmobile Club
http://www.hgrsnowmobileclub.on.ca/trail-conditions/index.html

Muskoka Snowmobile Region:
http://www.msrsnowtrails.com/conditions.php



Beauview Cottage Resort, Huntsville, Ontario, Canada 800-363-6047

Outdoor Winter Activities in January

Our guests during the Christmas and New Years holiday did a number of outdoor activities while they stayed with us at Beauview.


They went tubing at Rock Ridge Snow Tubing Park - see video , Downhill skiing at Hidden Valley Ski area - see their website , cross country skiing at Arrowhead and Algonquin Park, and Snow shoeing at Ragged Fall Park (which is supposed to be spectacular with the ice and lots of water flowing over the falls).

One couple went tubing for the first time and had a blast. They never would have tried it had we not suggested it.

The snowmobile trails are not open due to all the storm damage with lots of fallen trees. The clubs are working long hours to open them as soon as possible.

Our own children's toboggan hill got a lot of use and our ice rink on the lake has now been cleared off. There's about 4 inches of solid ice under it.

The rules for ice safety are:
3" (7cm) or less STAY OFF
4" (10cm) walking, cross country skiing
6" (12cm) one snowmobile
8"-12" (20-30cm) one car or small pickup
12"-15" (30-38cm) one medium truck (pickup or van)


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Making a Snowman

Here's some photos from the Roberts Family showing off their new snowman.

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Blue Jays on New Years Day

It's cold outside this morning - 27 C ( or - 10 F for our American friends) I don't want to go outside yet!

The sun is coming up and what do I see but a bunch of Blue Jays out our window flying from tree to tree.

Here's a picture of one that sat by our front window for a few minutes.

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