Presqu'ile Provincial Park and Canadian Canoe Museum

sunday november 17

Experience the magic of autumn on our trip to Presqu'ile Provincial Park and the newly reimagined Canadian Canoe Museum.

Our journey begins at Presqu'ile Park, where we’ll enjoy a leisurely hike along scenic trails that take us through diverse landscapes of forests, marshes, and Lake Ontario's rugged shoreline. This time of year, Presqu'ile transforms into a serene natural haven, with stunning fall colors still lingering and the chance to spot migratory birds and other local wildlife. Known for its sandy beaches, unique ecosystems, and beautiful views, Presqu'ile offers a peaceful escape into nature.

After soaking up the beauty of the park, we’ll head to Peterborough to visit the recently reopened Canadian Canoe Museum. Situated along the water’s edge, this world-renowned museum has been named one of National Geographic’s Best Cultural Spots for 2024, and for good reason! Home to over 600 canoes, kayaks, and watercraft, the museum’s new 65,000-square-foot lakefront campus offers a dynamic experience with interactive exhibits and a stunning Collection Hall that showcases the museum's entire collection.

Our group will get a guided tour that will give you a deeper appreciation for the pivotal role that canoes and kayaks have played in the history of this land. You’ll explore the Exhibition Hall’s new suite of displays, enjoy the Artisan Studio where canoe-building comes to life, and visit the library and research room filled with historical treasures.

Join us for a fun day that combines exploring nature with the rich cultural heritage of heritage waterways.

THIS ACTIVEDAYS TRIP IS ORGANIZED BY THE ACTIVEDAYS COMMUNITY. SEE ALL ACTIVEDAYS TRIPS AND JOIN US VIA OUR FACEBOOK GROUP!

DAY SCHEDULE 

8:30 am - Pick up at 34 Asquith Ave

10:30 am - arrival at Presqu'ile Provincial Park and washroom break

10:30 am - 1:30 pm - Group Hiking and Lunch break trailside (Lunch is not included. Please pack a lunch and water for yourself)

1:30 pm - Depart Presqu'ile Provincial Park

1:30 - 2:30pm - commute to the museum

3:00 - 4:00pm - Guided tour at the Canadian Canoe Museum

4:00 - 5:00pm - explore the museum at your own pace

5:00 - departure from the Museum

WHAT TO BRING

LUNCH! and snacks. Please make sure to bring something that you can eat on the side of the trail.

Water (at least 1.5-2L)

Medications

Ice spikes (if snowy/icy conditions)

Hat/gloves/scarf (weather pending)

Weather-appropriate clothing- Please keep an eye on the weather and be prepared for a nice warm day or a slightly chilly rainy one, or both!

Camera

Supportive hiking shoes or boots

Whatever else you need to have fun on the trail and bus :)

WHAT TO EXPECT WITH ACTIVEDAYS

To us, facilitating this event is about creating an environment that you can engage with in your own way. This is your experience and everyone has their own relationship with the outdoors and their bodies. We want to meet you where you are at — you can take part in the hike, or wander off on your own adventure

ActiveDays is also a community. This is an inclusive space to meet new people, share stories and have fun! To us, there is no better place to get to know someone than the outdoors. We all share a desire to get out, explore and move.

ALL ACTIVEDAYS PARTICIPANTS ARE REQUIRED TO SIGN A WAIVER. WE WILL send a digital COPy OF THE WAIVER via email. YOU CAN FIND A DIGITAL COPY OF A SAMPLE WAIVER HERE

Photographs and/or video may be taken at this event. By taking part in this event you grant the event organisers full rights to use the images resulting from the photography/video filming, and any reproductions or adaptations of the images for fundraising, publicity or other purposes to help achieve the group’s aims. This might include (but is not limited to), the right to use them in their printed and online publicity, social media, press releases and funding applications. If you do not wish to be photographed please inform an event organiser.