For some, black currants are a nostalgic flavour. They evoke memories of friends and family in the UK or continental Europe, where the berries are a comforting staple. For others black currants are a new frontier, a sweet, tart alternative to the classic range of Ontario fruits. Joe Hayes is in the former camp, but as owner of Popham Lane Farm near Presqu’ile Provincial Park, he’s eager to spread the word.
To many Canadians, sap buckets and tubing slung between trees are as much a sign of spring as melting snow and birdsong. In my household last year’s supply of maple syrup has usually run dry by the time March rolls around, and we start looking forward to the next harvest. This year my wife & son & I refilled our stores at the Warkworth Maple Syrup Festival, and took in the weekend’s attractions while we were at it.
Discover stunning landscapes and selfie stops from around Kawarthas Northumberland.
You might guess The Mill Restaurant and Pub’s heritage just by looking at it — its stone foundation and weathered brick walls suggest a bygone era. These days The Mill is dedicated to serving up a varied menu of local food options and craft brews.
Welcome to Hastings Nestled in a picturesque valley at the eastern end of Rice Lake is the beautiful village of Hastings. Get travel info via Northumberland Tourism by clicking here. If you’ve been touring around Rice Lake starting at Bewdley in the west, then you can stop through Hiawatha First Nation, Lang Pioneer Village, Elmhirst’s Resort, … Read more
Visit our Trip Planner Search for “Campbellford” on our Trip Planner and you’ll see why this small town is an undiscovered gem. There’s plenty to see & do here! Where to Stay Campbellford is full of cozy places that are worth coming back to experience! Contact Northumberland Tourism for recommendations, or use their Accommodations Map by clicking here. Here … Read more
The Westben Centre for Connection and Creativity Through Music has a reputation in this region. The mixture of high-level talent performing original productions in an eye-catching venue has drawn audiences for nearly two decades now, and each season typically ends on a high note with a festive Christmas celebration.
Most paddlers can attest that, as soon as you push off and feel your weight buoyed by the boat, you leave behind the weight of your worries on the land. Like the weight of a canoe after a long portage trail, my day-to-day concerns remain mostly onshore and I leave them ever-further behind with each paddle stroke.