Thursday, May 30, 2013

Summer, Straight Ahead!

Muskoka is a beautiful place to be any time of year but she really shines in the summer. With an abundance of water sports, outdoor activities, cultural events and opportunities to just relax, summer in Muskoka is fabulous! Here are some of the things you can look forward to if you plan to visit us in the next few months:


Come and see what else Muskoka has in store! You can view the availability of our waterfront cottages here.

With warm summer thoughts,
The Howell Family

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Let Summer Begin!

After a few false starts, it looks like summer temperatures are here to stay! Check out these temperatures for the coming long weekend:


Victoria Day weekend, a.k.a. May 2-4, is the unofficial kick-off to summer. It’s been eagerly anticipated this year. So what to do with this sunny weather?
  • Canoeing and kayaking – We have canoes, kayaks and paddleboats available for use by our guests. Take a quiet paddle around our bay and look for the loons (you’ll probably hear them before you see them!)
  • Swimming – For some, a dip in the lake on the May long weekend is an annual tradition, no matter how cold the water is. Why not join them?
  • Fishing – Pen Lake is home to a variety of fish species, making for some great fishing. (But remember that a fishing license is required before you head out!)
  • Hiking – There’s a fabulous selection of hiking trails all just a short drive from Colonial Bay. Don’t forget to take your camera—you never know what you might encounter!
  • Art-walking – Take a walking tour of the Group of Seven Outdoor Gallery, large-scale reproductions of some of the Group of Seven’s famous works. Stop for ice cream while you’re at it.
  • Stargazing – Yes, we know this isn’t a sunny weather activity, given that it’s at night. But the starry skies in Muskoka are truly spectacular. If you have a smartphone or tablet, download Google Sky (for Android) or Star Walk (for Apple devices) to find out exactly what you’re looking at.
  • Visiting the past – Muskoka Heritage Place offers a glimpse into Huntsville’s history with its pioneer village, train and museum.
  • Relaxing – You come to Muskoka to relax, of course. And for that, there’s a Muskoka chair waiting just for you.

We still have a few waterfront cottages available for the long weekend. You can see our availability here and we hope to see you soon!

With warm summer thoughts,

The Howell Family