BAY OF QUINTE SPRING BUCKET LIST
Spring has sprung and we’re ready to ditch the winter coats and boots for another year. These bucket list activities are sure to put some spring in your step as we welcome the new season!
BUY BLOOMS
Nothing says spring like a beautiful bouquet of rad ranunculus or terrific tulips! Grab some stems from a local grower like Dahlia May Flower Farm or The Willows. There are also plenty of specialty flower shops across the region to get your flower fix this season.
BIRDS OF THE BAY
Our region is packed with conservation areas and parks (find them on our interactive map), making it a dream for the ornithologist, amateur or otherwise. Presqu’ile Provincial Park is also a migration hot spot at this time of year.
If you’d like to catch a glimpse of birds in your own backyard, grab some supplies at the Birdhouse Nature Store in Brighton.
TREK THE TRAILS
It might be a bit muddy early in the spring, but we promise the benefits of getting out in nature for some fresh air outweigh the cons of dirty shoes! Check out our top picks for trails in the BoQ and get ready to take a hike.
HIT THE ROAD
Discover the best-kept secrets off the beaten paths of the Bay of Quinte region! From family-friendly trails to challenging routes that’ll give you a new perspective on Ontario gravel cycling adventures, Bay of Quinte gravel cycling routes cater to riders of all experience levels.
Each route is thoughtfully created with cyclists’ needs in mind—considering traffic, road surfaces and seasonal changes. Seeking the perfect Ontario gravel biking experience with panoramic vistas and charming small-town stops? Grab some friends, check your tires and explore a collection of routes that often include stops at local eateries, breweries, and attractions. Your next two-wheeled adventure starts at bayofquinte.bike!
FARMERS’ MARKETS
The Bay of Quinte is home to lots of farmers’ markets and stands where chefs, locals and travellers alike flock to sample the best the region has to offer. And of course, no market would be complete without local artisans, makers and bakers sharing their one-of-a-kind goodies! Check with each market for opening dates this season.
- Belleville Farmers’ Market: Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays | 8 am – 5 pm | Market Square, Belleville
- Codrington Farmers’ Market: Sundays | 10 am – 1 pm | 2992 County Road 30, Brighton
- Front Street Farmers’ Market: Saturdays | 9 am – 2 pm | 67 Front Street, Quinte West
- Homestead Farmers’ Market: Sundays | 9 am – 2 pm | 6 Douglas Rd, Quinte West
ALL ABOUT ART
There are oodles of creativity waiting to be discovered across the region, both in galleries and out in the community. Here are just a few places to get you started:
- These 4 Walls Gallery
- Gallery 121
- Quinte Arts Council Gallery
- Native Renaissance Art Gallery
- ‘Pallet’able Public Art Installation
Check out our Art & Culture Tour for more galleries, artist studios and public art.
