Brockville and District Tourism - 1000 Islands

Brockville is a city rich in history situated alongside the St. Lawrence River and is home of the world famous 1000 Islands. Tall ships, shipwrecks, hydroplane boat races, boat cruises, and some of the world’s best freshwater diving make this community a watery wonderland with sights, activities and events for visitors to enjoy all summer long and throughout the year.

The Brockville Arts Centre is a world class theatre located in downtown Brockville. The great selection of different performances, displays, concerts and events take place all year long.

Main Attractions/What to See & Do (Max. 8)
1. Brockville Arts Centre has the large proscenium stage and fine acoustics attracting “World Class” live entertainment_
2. National Historical Sites
3. Hassel Free Packages
4. Historical Walking Trails, Hiking Trails, Biking Trails_
5. Festivals, Events, Art Shows and Tours
6. Poker Run America
7. 1000 Islands Boat Cruise
8. World’s Best Fresh Water SCUBA Diving destination, with no thermo cline

Special Features/Unique Products (Max. 3)
1. Situated between two International bridges
2. Located just 2 hours from Montreal, 1 hour from Ottawa and 3 hours from Toronto
3. Boat, camp, picnic and swim at one of 16 city owned islands

Fun Facts/Did you know? (Max. 5)
1. How to Canada’s First Railway Tunnel constructed in 1854
2. Main street Brockville was known as “Millionaire’s Row”
3. Home to the BEST Fish and Chips in the 1000 Islands. Traditionally wrapped in newspaper.
4. Home port for the Tall Ship Fair Jeanne
5. Harry Connick Jr. played at the Brockville Art Centre

Brockville and District Tourism - 1000 Islands

www.brockvilletourism.com

Husky Hikes and Puppy Walks

by Travis Rinas
(Fernie, BC, Canada)

Puppy and Husky Walks

Join us for our summer husky and puppy walks. These tours are low impact walks on beautiful trails. Meet the Snow Valley Huskies and Puppies. Then pick who you would like to walk beneath the beautiful cedars and the amazing Lizard Range. 6 years of age and under are free.

Husky Hikes

Visit Some of the Elk Valleys nicest views. Some of these tours can be strenuous and involve elevation.
Ask about 2 hour to 1/2 day trips.

Join us for some evening fun and stories around the fire.

Introduction to Sailing
San Francisco Bay

(OCSC- Berkeley, California)

Considering getting into the sport of sailing? OCSC?s Intro to Sailing is a great first step! This two-hour skippered charter is designed to provide folks who are considering getting into sailing with a real glimpse of the sport, our club and our people.

Two hours on beautiful San Francisco Bay will help you to determine if you want to make sailing a bigger part of your life. For just $40, you can join one of OCSC?s instructors and be part of a six-person crew aboard one of our larger boats. Learn some basic sailing concepts and get a real feel for the wind in your sails. Come join us for on the water and take a tour of our fleet and facilities. We?ll answer all your questions about lessons and membership.

Our boats typically fill up quickly, so if you're thinking of getting into the sport, reserve a spot on one of the boats and make a sound decision!

Dog sledding adventures 2 hours to 5 days

by Dan Phillips
(Durango CO)

True North Expeditions has been operating dog sledding tours and expeditions on the Canadian Border in North Idaho. True North Expeditions will be operating in the San Jaun mountains near Durango Colorado. True North Expeditions has teamed up with the Durango dog ranch of Durango Colorado offering 2 hr family rides to 5 day expeditions in the San Jaun mountains. Anyone can experience this life changing accomplishment with True Norths Experienced guides teaching you to enjoy the winter days and nights in the San Jaun Mountains of Colorado. Email phillips_musher for more info. www.truenorthexpeditions.com

Sea Kayak Tours British Columbia, Canada

by Adam Vallance
(Powell River, British Columbia, Canada)

Experience the Wildlife of coastal British Columbia! Giant Sunflower Stars, Spiny Red Sea Urchins, Colourful Sea Cucumbers...
these are just a few of the many creatures you will paddle over while sea kayaking with Powell River Sea Kayak Ltd. Located adjacent to Desolation Sound Marine Park, on the northern Sunshine Coast of BC, Powell River Sea Kayak has been providing
professionally guided tours for over 15 years. All-inclusive tours range from 1 day to 7 days and include local foods, beautiful touring sea kayaks and high quality equipment.

Not sure if this is the right soft-adventure destination for you? Consider this:
*Desolation Sound Marine Park has unusually warm water, reaching 22C (74F) in the summer
*Snorkeling! Yes, snorkeling! Jacque Cousteau considered this one of the best diving locations in the world - so why not
snorkel? With so many colourful creatures inhabiting the intertidal zone and with warm, sheltered waters, snorkeling in
Desolation Sound, British Columbia is a unique and wonderful experience.
*No experience is necessary. Desolation Sound is a sheltered oasis on the coast of British Columbia, offering many islands,
islets, inlets and coves for meandering amongst by sea kayak. With professional guides providing route knowledge,
interesting interpretation and a high level of comfort and safety, this is an eco-activity enjoyed by both experienced and
inexperienced sea kayakers.

For more information, check us out on-line at www.bcseakayak.com or email us at info@bcseakayak.com
You can also watch our slide show on Youtube. Just google kayak tours desolation sound youtube.

Shell Island Waverunner Dolphin Tours
Panama City Beach, Florida

by Scott Stanford
(Panama City, Florida)

AAA Jet Ski rentals and Tours located @ 5611 West highway 98 in Pcb, Fl (850)541-6879 OFFERS Two hour Dolphin excursions on waverunners to Shell Island. Five tours daily year round.
This moderate paced tour takes you from Historic St.Andrews Bay
to Shell Island located in the Gulf of Mexico. Your experienced guide will introduce you to friendly Dolphins and other marine life
along the way. After swimming with the Dolphins you have the remaining hour to explore emerald green waters and the coastline around the Island (unguided portion varies from 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes). This activity is great for the whole family and moderately priced @ $99.00 per waverunner 2 to 3 guest per machine.
reservations required Sunset Tour offered daily. Voted #1 tour company in PCB 2009!

SKYDIVE ON FLORIDA'S TREASURE COAST AT SKYDIVE SEBASTIAN!

At Skydive Sebastian you'll enjoy skydiving over the Florida Coastline! Whether you are interested in your first Tandem Skydive in Florida, you're an adventurer ready to choose a skydiving school for your (AFF) Accelerated Freefall Course or you are an Experienced Skydiver looking for a "destination" or a "home" drop zone, you'll enjoy one of the best locations a skydiving center can ever hope for. Our Skydiving Center is "actually" located on the Florida Coastline allowing our visiting skydivers to enjoy an incredible view of the Sebastian Inlet and the Atlantic Ocean while in freefall and under canopy as well as an enjoyable coastal environment after skydiving.