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Outdoor Winter Activities in the Bay of Quinte

WINTER, EH?

SPEND IT OUTDOORS IN THE BoQ

Winter isn’t something we shy away from in the BoQ—it’s something we embrace. With so many outdoor adventure opportunities to choose from, it’s actually easier done than said! So layer up, grab your favourite toque, and head outside to experience all the best of winter here. 

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BATAWA SKI HILL

99 Ski Club Ln, Batawa

Snuggle up by the firepits with hot chocolate for the ultimate après-ski vibe or rent some snowshoes to trek the trails if downhill skiing isn’t your thing.

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PROCTOR PARK

96 Young St, Brighton

37 hectares of winter wonderland to explore, with some creek crossings and gentle elevation to keep it interesting. Crampons are recommended for icy conditions!

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SKATING ON THE BAY

Victoria Park and West Zwick’s Centennial Park, Belleville

Skate right on the frozen bay itself! The city of Belleville maintains two rinks in the harbour when conditions allow. 

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TOBOGGANING

East Zwick's Centennial Park, Belleville

The ultimate tobogganing hill for thrill seekers. Pro tip: stop at a downtown café for hot chocolate to warm up before or afterwards. 

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FINA VISTA FARM

1008 Tuftsville Rd, Quinte West

Take a guided trail ride through the Oak Hills at the only place you can ride Paso Fino horses in Canada. They’ll make sure you’re cozy and warm with a blanket when riding in the winter. 

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ICE FISHING

On the Bay

Catch some Quinte gold (this is how anglers affectionately refer to our walleye). Safety first—visit ontario.ca/icefishing.

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WINTER BIRDING

Presqu'ile Provincial Park

Bring your binoculars—more than 330 species of birds have been recorded in this Ontario birding hotspot.

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H.R. FRINK CONSERVATION

381 Thrasher Rd, Plainfield

Forest therapy at its finest. There are 10 kilometres of trails to enjoy here and it looks just like a scene out of Narnia after a fresh snowfall. 

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MENZEL CENTENNIAL PROVINCIAL PARK

Roblin Rd west of Hwy 41, Napanee

This nature reserve protects a rare fen (a botanically rich wetland) and makes for a peaceful escape to the wilderness for a hike in winter. 

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The Bay of Quinte RMB Land Acknowledgement

The Bay of Quinte Regional Marketing Board is committed to acknowledging, appreciating and understanding the Indigenous peoples’ historic connection to this land and to raising awareness by building relationships in collaboration with Indigenous partners and communities. 

We recognize and acknowledge that we are living and working on the traditional territory of the Wendat, Mississauga, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee which includes the Kenhtè:ke Kanyen’kehá:ka (Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte) with whom we work in direct partnership with. 

This partnership focuses on the common goal of celebrating the region with the Kenhtè:ke Kanyen’kehá:ka who are equal partners within the organization and at the Board of Directors table contributing to the mandate and operations.

This mandate includes listening to, learning from, and collaborating with the Kenhtè:ke Kanyen’kehá:ka and actively incorporating their culture and heritage into the practice of responsible destination marketing and management of the region.

We understand that this land acknowledgement is only a small step towards the larger process of reparations and reconciliation.

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