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This July, Headwaters is where Ontario gets real... 

...realsonistic in Headwaters
...decorated at Caledon Equestrian Park
...horticultural at Plant Paradise Country Gardens' GardenFest 
...catchy at the Island Lake Bass Fishing Derby
...foodie at the Alton Mill Wine & Food Festival
...loved at Millcroft Inn & Spa
...oaked at Adamo Estate Winery
...green at Hockley Valley Resort
...soothed at Conservation Parks  

It's all waiting for you in Headwaters, the rural communities of Caledon, Dufferin County, Erin, Mono and Shelburne.  
 

REALsons

150+ Realsons to Celebrate Canada in Headwaters

This year, as you dig through your cupboards and drawers trying to round up enough candles to celebrate Canada's 150th year, we've come up with 150 or so "realsons" to light them up here.
What's a realson? Well, it's not a typo, because those happen when you're rushing things, and that doesn't happen here. Unless it's creek water rushing past your lips as you try to drink it, or horses rushing out of the barn, excited as kids on Christmas morning.

Headwaters is where Ontario gets real. And while we have a few ideas what real means, we'd much rather you come find out for yourself. People say it's how our cooking tastes, our air smells, our people are. And mostly, how Headwaters looks: unspoiled, unpretentious, unlike anywhere else in Ontario.

All those things, they're realsons. But the biggest one of all is how you will feel when you're here. We've heard it described as renewed, calmer, simpler, and very often, Canadian. On this special birthday year, why not shoot up here for a day or a weekend, and give yourself the gift of yourself - at your most real.



Caledon-Equestrian-Park

Caledon Premier Equestrian Facility Celebrates Canada 150!
 
Equestrian sport returns to the Caledon Equestrian Park with back to back events beginning June 30th - July 9th. The Summer Classic Horse Show followed by Caledon Premier 1 will prove to be action packed events full of exciting equestrian competition!

Falling across Canada's 150th Birthday, Equestrian Management Group is hosting a "Quest for the Best" golf cart decorating challenge in which they are offering exhibitors the opportunity to share their enthusiasm for Canada 150 and decorate their golf carts accordingly. Awards will be presented on July 1st at the park during a Canadian inspired BBQ presented by Lein Delicatessen out of Milton, ON. Those that arrive in style showing their Canadian team spirit will also have an opportunity to win! 

Don't miss out on this year's events at the Caledon Equestrian Park, where admission and parking are free. A fully licenced bar and restaurant area will also help if needing a refreshment or snack. 
For horse enthusiasts and tourists alike, this beautiful venue is truly one of the area's most unique and exciting places to visit. 

We hope to see you here soon!
 
200 Pine Avenue, Palgrave, ON L0N 1P0
905-880-5344 

Plant-Paradise

Find planting inspiration & fresh ideas in bloom at the 10th annual GardenFest!
 
Celebrate Plant Paradise Country Gardens' 10th anniversary open house weekend with free admission to the award-winning botanical gardens July 8 & 9 - 9:00am-5:00pm. Lorraine Roberts, Plant Paradise Country Gardens' co-owner and author of A Recipe for Continuous Bloom and Spectacular Plant Combinations for the Perennial Garden will share tips and insights on guided tours of the Plant Paradise Country Gardens' stunning sun and shade botanical gardens, including:
  • New long-blooming plants and spectacular plant combinations
  • Ways to garden environmentally sustainably
  • The all-natural secret to eliminating weeds
 
Plant Paradise Country Gardens™ is the region's only botanical garden. All plants featured on the tour are grown on-site and available at the on-site organic perennial nursery/garden centre. There is no better place to learn about planting than the outdoors, surrounded by summer's stunning perennials in full bloom at GardenFest 2017. Refreshments will be available.
 
July 8 & 9, 2017 | 9am - 5pm 
16258 Humber Station Road
Caledon East, ON L7E 0Y9
 

CVC-Bass-Derby

Grab your tackle and get fishing at the Island Lake Fishing Derby 
 
Island Lake Conservation Area is the place to be on Saturday, July 8th and Sunday July 9th for the Island Lake Bass Fishing Derby. There is $5000 in big catch prizes up for grabs for the top 10 bass and the top pike, perch, and crappie. The two-day catch & release derby is hosted by the Friends of Island Lake as a fundraiser for Island Lake Conservation Area.

Tickets

$45 per day - Adults
$70 for Saturday and Sunday - Adults
$10 per day - Kids (Ages 11 & Under)



July 8 - 9, 2017 | Island Lake Conservation Area
673067 Hurontario St. Orangeville L9W 0A2
 

Alton-Mill-Food-and-Wine-Festival

Alton Mill Wine & Food Festival

 

It's delicious. It's decadent. It's cutting edge, (pun intended) and it's entertaining. Like a lovely meal paired with the perfect beverage, the highly anticipated Wine & Food Festival at Alton Mill Arts Centre pairs 25 Mill artists with talented regional Chefs.

Craft beer, local cider, wine & spirit companies add to the fun atmosphere creating a dynamic culinary and art tourism experience! 

Whisking together fine food and fine art at our unique venue, the award-winning Wine & Food Festival takes place on July 22, 2017 from noon to 6pm. Celebrating its eighth year, this festival is a must-do for all foodies!

Visitors can be entertained by our outdoor culinary competitions, musical performances, art demos/classes and our popular paint-off battle! Enjoy gourmet food and craft beverage tastings at stations throughout the Mill - in each studio find different styles of art as well as a different palate pleaser for your taste buds!

Create lasting memories while raising funds for a wonderful project, the environmental rehabilitation of the Alton Millpond. Join us at the Mill for our most popular summer event! Advance tickets $25 in person at the mill or online or $35 at the door. 

 

1402 Queen Street West, Alton, ON L7K 0C3  
519-941-9300

Millcroft-Inn-and-Spa

Summertime, and the living is easy at The Millcroft Inn & Spa!
 
A proud member of Vintage Hotels, the Millcroft Inn and Spa is a relaxing countryside resort in the heart of Caledon.
Millcroft is comprised of three guestroom buildings, a 4-diamond restaurant and an award-winning spa. The Spa offers a wide range of treatments, a caf é and lounge, plus our wildly popular all-season outdoor hot springs facility which is complimentary for our overnight guests.
Plan your trip now with our Summer Lovin' package, available until September 22nd, and enjoy overnight accommodations, a bottle of wine and breakfast in the morning. 
Looking for a different way to spend Canada Day this year? We have a fun day planned with horse drawn carriage rides, a cake cutting ceremony and a thrilling fireworks display over the Millpond.

Extend your celebrations before or after Canada Day and take advantage of our special Canada's 150th Birthday sale rate on overnight accommodations. Lounge by the pool, hike the property and take part in our welcome reception in the Lounge. Available Sunday, June 25, Monday, July 3 and Tuesday, July 4, 2017.
 
Come, spend some of your summer in the hills of Headwaters! For more information on events and services offered please visit our website.
 
 
55 John Street, Alton, ON L7K 0C4
519-941-8111

Adamo-Estate-Winery

Make it a Grape Getaway at Adamo Estate Winery
 
As summer approaches, the views get even more spectacular as we start to see the vineyard filling in and the grapes growing. From our scheduled tours and a tastings to treats from the Paddock Café to afternoons on the patio, we've got something for everyone! Here are a few of the things happening at the winery this month:
In the Vineyard: July is when the vineyard starts to fill in, so we are busy making sure that everything is growing healthy and so we are s oot thinning, shoot positioning, suckering, weeding, conducting crop estimates, spraying, as well as getting nets on and lowering our existing nets.
What are we getting excited about in July?
The development of our vines! Between July and August we will start to see flowering, berry set, berry growth, bunch closure, and finally veraison (when the berries change colour).
Winery Getaway:
Make it a weekend, with our winery and spa getaway! Our package includes: a winery tour and tasting (4 wines), cheese board, accommodation at our sister property Hockley Valley Resort, full buffet breakfast and $50 spa credit per person. For complete package details visit our website here--> 
Looking for other winery news and events? Visit our website here--> 
 
793366 3rd Line EHS, Mono, ON  L9W 2Z2
 

Hockley

Summer sizzles at Hockley Valley Resort

 
Summer's here and it's hot, hot, hot! Whether you're relaxing poolside, getting pampered or just enjoying the fantastic weather, Hockley Valley Resort has it all - and we're just 45 minutes from the city... Here are just a few of the things we've got happening in July:
You've Got Game: Looking for a round of golf that's challenging and scenic? Well, we've got just what you need! Our 18-hole course, designed by the world-renowned Thomas McBroom is sure to impress! Want to book your tee time online? Visit our website here-->
Perfect Pick:
If you're missing out on the lazy days of summer, relax and unwind in our 8,000 sq. ft. spa. Can't decide on a treatment? Pick 3! Our midweek Pick 3 Package includes your choice of 3 treatments (from our package list) along with lunch in our Oasis Café - all for just $169 per person! For full details, visit us here--> 
Civic Duty: Looking ahead to the August long weekend? Celebrate the civic holiday in style... Your weekend starts with live music on Friday night by the pool and includes your accommodation, a 3-course dinner in cabin and full buffet breakfast. Find full weekend details here--> 
Looking for our complete event calendar? Here it is-->  
 
793522 3rd Line EHS, Mono, ON L9W 5X7
519-942-0754 or Toll Free: 1-866-HOCKLEY (462-5539)

Conservation-Parks

Fuel up on Vitamin N this summer at Conservation Parks

 
This summer, shutdown, unplug and recharge your mind with Mother Nature. From now until September, Credit Valley Conservation is offering outdoor yoga, stand-up paddle boarding, forest bathing and yoga hikes at Island Lake, Terra Cotta and Belfountain Conservation Area. For more information on CVC's summer wellness programs, visit CA Wellness Programs.
   
Credit Valley Conservation | Toronto & Region Conservation


Four-Season-Visitors-Guide
Discover where Ontario gets real! The NEW Headwaters 2017 Four-Season Visitors' Guide is just a click away, where you can: 
  • take a tour of our Towns, Villages and Hamlets
  • explore our ruggedly beautiful Nature & Leisure attractions
  • taste, pick and sip our Fresh & Local fare
  • see why we're one of Ontario's richest Arts & Heritage regions
  • get a real kick out of our classic Fun & Festive events
  • saddle up and explore our Horse & Country equestrian hub
  • discover some unique places to Shop, See & Stay
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