It’s springtime in the Kawartha Lakes region. As the lakes thaw and waters start to rise, the mounting pressure creates spider cracks across the ice caps. Open water adventures are about to hatch. TheKawarthaExperience
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Winter’s Passage
Snowmobiling in the Kawarthas is about more than just the flashy sleds and cool gear. What truly makes it special is that for a short time each winter, you can ride into the heart of the region and be wonderstruck. Winter is just too short. TheKawarthaExperience
Outdoor Classic
Two snow thrower runs, five shovelling sessions, three floods. Overnight temperatures consistently below minus ten. The perfect recipe for a smooth, glassy ice hockey rink in the Kawarthas. TheKawarthaExperience
Winter Pines
Frosty pines stand at attention on the horizon while the moon glows high in the sky. As darkness blankets the woods and the chill in the air deepens, you are surrounded by absolute silence except for the crunch of snow underfoot. Winter is beautiful in the Kawarthas. TheKawarthaExperience
Fire & Diamonds
The winter sun flares through the clouds as snowflakes silently drift through the air. While in flight, the icy flakes are illuminated by the sun’s fiery rays. Once they come to rest across a frozen Kawartha lake top, they sparkle like a majestic field of diamonds. TheKawarthaExperience
Room With A View
Adventure awaits both small and big kids in the Kawarthas. A great way to unplug and have some fun together is to build a good old fashioned snow fort in the woods. The view is always spectacular and the room rates are pretty good too. TheKawarthaExperience
Mr. J. Freeze
January has turned into a lion when it comes to freezing temperatures and snow in the Kawarthas. The good news is that the lake ice has thickened and snowmobile trails are opening up. Outdoor winter activities can move into full swing. TheKawarthaExperience
Magic
At a time when many traditions are being revised or put on hold, the holiday spirit remains alive and well in the town of Fenelon Falls. Annual Fenelon Santa Day activities and the nighttime parade have been dearly missed, but the Christmas lights are burning brighter than ever here. A reflection of the enduring magicContinue reading “Magic”
As The Water Turns
As the surface of a lake cools and the fall turnover cycle settles, a wintery cap begins to form. Like shards of broken glass, fresh ice crawls across the water adding a contrasting element to the Kawartha skyline. When this transformation is complete, skating, ice fishing and frosty new adventures await you. TheKawarthaExperience
Razor’s Edge
From time to time nature stirs itself into a rage, bringing havoc to the Kawarthas. The edge of a storm seen fast approaching is ominous and creates a powerful feeling of uncertainty. It serves as a reminder that while the great outdoors in all its forms is always beautiful, it can be beastly too. TheKawarthaExperience