2013 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Programs & activities are subject to change.
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July & Aug 2013 – Tuesday Two For One Mini Putt
Putt through tree trunks, around rocks & under the ground on this unique & challenging 18 hole miniature golf course set in the shade of a cedar grove. Have a mini putt challenge – bring your brother, bring your sister, bring your family & bring your friends!
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
7.50 + tax per adult, 6.50 + tax kids 16 and under.
July & Aug, 2013 – Thursday Nights Are Astronomy Nights
Every Thursday night in July and August at 9 PM, Gordon’s Park offers a program that includes an orientation into astronomy, a review of planets, northern lights and solar systems, as well as instructions on the use of a planisphere (star map) to find objects in the night sky. Participants will learn how to star hop, view with the naked eye & have the opportunity to try Bausch & Lomb wide-angle binoculars & observe through the Parks 8″ Dobsonian Telescope.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
15.00 + tax per person.
July & Aug, 2013 – Sunday Afternoons “Walk A Fossil Reef”
Join us for an exciting & educational “Walk a Fossil Reef” every Sunday afternoon at 2 PM during July & August at Gordon’s Park with palaeontologist and Algoma University Professor, Sharron Valli. The park is located on a Drumlin & is a featured stop in the University of Waterloo’s book “Manitoulin Rocks”. Discover and see actual fossils on the reef including invertebrate corals [tabulates (colonial) and rugose (solitary)], stromatoporoids, bryozoans, and echinoderms (crinoids), molluscs (nautiloids, bivalves, gastropods, cephalopods), brachiopods and more.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
15.00 + tax per person.
May 10 – 13, 2013 – M-10 Star Party
First ever May Star Party held in the RASC designated dark sky preserve at Gordon’s Park with 360 degree viewing, no light pollution & the darkest skies in Ontario. Activities include a Welcome Wine & Cheese Reception, Public Observing Sessions, Laser Guided Sky Tours, Guest Speakers, Nature Interpretive Centre, Mini Putt Challenge, Children’s Playground, Wind up Campfire & Saturday Night Potluck Supper. Presenters for 2013 to be announced.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
42.00 + tax per person per night.
85.00 + tax per family per night (2 adults, kids under 16).
May 10 & 11, 2013 – Public Observing Sessions & Laser Guided Sky Tours
An excellent introduction into Astronomy, these sessions are open to the public during the M-10 Star Party and are held in the dark sky preserve at Gordon’s Park. The evenings include looking through telescopes & observing with binoculars and an incredible laser guided sky tour.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
15.00 + tax per person.
May 25, 2013 – Owl Prowl at Gordon’s Park
Gordon’s Park Owl Prowl will includes calling for owls and an educational guided nature hike with a focus on owls and their habitat. Participants will use Parabolic Ears and Bausch & Lomb Binoculars to hunt for evidence of owls and other signs of wildlife. A social campfire follows the hike.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
15.00 + tax per person.
35.00 + tax per family (2 adults, kids under 16).
June 1, 2013 – Owl Prowl at Gordon’s Park
Gordon’s Park Owl Prowl will includes calling for owls and an educational guided nature hike with a focus on owls and their habitat. Participants will use Parabolic Ears and Bausch & Lomb Binoculars to hunt for evidence of owls and other signs of wildlife. A social campfire follows the hike.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
15.00 + tax per person.
35.00 + tax per family (2 adults, kids under 16).
June 8 & 9 – Manitoulin Passage (Cycling) Ride
Stay with us in our B & B, Camping Cabins, Tipi Tenting or Camping and join in on two days of cycling in South/Central Manitoulin Island. To make your reservation email rita@gordonspark.com or call 705-859-2470. Maja’s is the location for supper on June 8th and Gordon’s Park is the host location for the luncheon wind up on Sunday, June 9th. For ride details visit http://www.manitoulincycling.
June 8, 2013 – Owl Prowl at Gordon’s Park
Gordon’s Park Owl Prowl will includes calling for owls and an educational guided nature hike with a focus on owls and their habitat. Participants will use Parabolic Ears and Bausch & Lomb Binoculars to hunt for evidence of owls and other signs of wildlife. A social campfire follows the hike.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
15.00 + tax per person.
35.00 + tax per family (2 adults, kids under 16).
June 28 – July 1, 2013 – Geocaching Manitoulin (Canada Day Long Weekend)
Enjoy incredible geocaching on the world’s largest freshwater island. Search for over 50 hidden geocaches in the park and over 25 scattered about on beautiful Manitoulin Island. Includes three nights of camping, a pot luck supper, social campfires, putt-putt challenge, geocaching murder mystery, campfire meet & greet and fabulous prizes.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
45.00 + tax per person per night.
95.00 + tax per night per family (2 Adults, kids under 16).
15.00 + tax per person day pass.
35.00 + tax per family day pass (2 Adults, kids under 16).
July 5 – 8, 2013 – Stargazing Manitoulin
Excellent Star Party held in the RASC designated dark sky preserve at Gordon’s Park with 360 degree viewing, no light pollution & the darkest skies in Ontario. Activities include a Welcome Wine & Cheese Reception, Public Observing Sessions, Laser Guided Sky Tours, Guest Speakers, Nature Interpretive Centre, Guided Fossil Hike, Mini Putt Challenge, Children’s Playground, Wind up Campfire & Saturday Night Potluck Supper. Presenters for 2013 to be announced.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
42.00 + tax per person per night.
85.00 + tax per family per night (2 adults, kids under 16).
July 5 & 6, 2013 – Public Observing Sessions & Laser Guided Sky Tours
An excellent introduction into Astronomy, these sessions are open to the public during the Stargazing Manitoulin Star Party and are held in the dark sky preserve at Gordon’s Park. The evenings include looking through telescopes & observing with binoculars and an incredible laser guided sky tour.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
15.00 + tax per person.
July 12 – 14, 2013 – Women’s Outdoor Weekend
All Inclusive Women’s Outdoor Weekend at Gordon’s Park on Manitoulin Island including two nights camping (other accommodations available), all food, supplies and workshops including a welcome campfire, ice breaker games, “Focus on Nature” guided hike, astronomy night, foot bath, nature crafts, solar heated swimming pool, putt-putt challenge, Nia – The joy of movement, wind up luncheon and more. Optional and by advance appointment only – Swedish Massage (Bev Lynch 705-859-1317 or firefly@amtelecom.net).
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
190.00 + tax per person.
July 19, 2013 – Walking Stick Nature Craft
Come out and search the hiking trails at Gordon’s Park for a walking stick that works just right for you. Once you have found it we will put a whistle on it and give you a chance to personalize it and make it your own, for all your future hikes.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
15.00 + tax per person.
35.00 + tax per family (2 adults, kids under 16).
July 26, 2013 – Moonlight Hike & Wolf Howl
Gordon’s Park Moonlight Hike & Wolf Howl includes calling for wolves and an educational guided nature hike with a focus on wolves and their habitat. Participants will use Parabolic Ears and Bausch & Lomb Binoculars to hunt for evidence of wolves, wolf tracks and other signs of wildlife. A social wolf howling competition around the campfire with really great wolfy prizes follows the hike.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
15.00 + tax per person.
35.00 + tax per family (2 adults, kids under 16).
July 27, 2013 – Saturday Afternoon Geocaching at Gordon’s
For those interested in getting active and getting outdoors. This program will start at 2pm and includes an introduction into Geocaching as well as a list of Geocaches that can be found throughout Gordon’s Park. With over 50 caches at the park, you are bound to have a good time on your high tech treasure hunt. Participants must supply their own hand held GPS unit.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
15.00 + tax per person.
35.00 + tax per family (2 adults, kids under 16).
Aug 2, 2013 – Moonlight Hike & Wolf Howl
Gordon’s Park Moonlight Hike & Wolf Howl includes calling for wolves and an educational guided nature hike with a focus on wolves and their habitat. Participants will use Parabolic Ears and Bausch & Lomb Binoculars to hunt for evidence of wolves, wolf tracks and other signs of wildlife. A social wolf howling competition around the campfire with really great wolfy prizes follows the hike.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
15.00 + tax per person.
35.00 + tax per family (2 adults, kids under 16).
Aug 3, 2013 – Saturday Night Astronomy (Civic Holiday Weekend)
Special Saturday night astronomy session (Civic Holiday Weekend) that includes an orientation into astronomy, a review of planets, northern lights and solar systems, as well as instructions on the use of a planisphere (star map) to find objects in the night sky. Participants will learn how to star hop, view with the naked eye, & have the opportunity to try Bausch & Lomb wide-angle binoculars & observe through the Parks 8″ Dobsonian Telescope.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
15.00 + tax per person.
August 9 – 12, 2013 – Manitoulin Star Party
Our magnificent premier Star Party is held in the RASC designated Dark Sky Preserve at Gordon’s Park with 360 degree viewing, no light pollution and the darkest skies in Ontario. Activities & workshops include a welcome wine & cheese reception, astronomy art show, guest speakers, guided public astronomy sessions, laser guided sky tours, nature interpretive centre, guided fossil walk, mini putt challenge, children’s playground, wind up campfire & Saturday night pot luck sSupper. Presenters for 2013 to be announced.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
42.00 + tax per person per night.
85.00 + tax per family per night (2 adults, kids under 16).
Aug 9 & 10, 2013 – Public Observing Sessions & Laser Guided Sky Tours
Excellent Introduction into Astronomy, these sessions are open to the public during the Manitoulin Star Party and are held in the dark sky preserve at Gordon’s Park Eco Resort. The evenings include entrance to the RASC designated Dark Sky Preserve, guided experience looking through telescopes & observing with binoculars and an incredible laser guided sky tour.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
15.00 + tax per person.
Aug 12 – 15, 2013 – Perseids Meteor Shower Party
Come watch the fabulous natural “fireworks” observing the Perseids Meteor Showers from the RASC designated dark sky preserve at Gordon’s Park. Participants can expect to see over 60 colourful meteors per hour beginning at 9:30 pm during the evenings and growing more spectacular in the early morning hours until dawn. The event includes camping in the dark sky preserve, public observing sessions, laser guided sky tours and more.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
42.00 + tax per person per night.
85.00 + tax per family per night (2 adults, kids under 16).
Not staying overnight – Cost is 15.00+ tax per person for the evening, 35.00 + tax per family (2 adults, kids under 16).
Aug 12 & 13, 2013 – Public Observing Sessions & Laser Guided Sky Tours
Excellent Introduction into Astronomy with a focus on the Perseid Meteor Showers. These sessions are open to the public during the Perseid Meteor Party and are held in the dark sky preserve at Gordon’s Park Eco Resort. The evenings include entrance to the RASC designated Dark Sky Preserve, guided experience looking through telescopes & observing with binoculars and an incredible laser guided sky tour.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
15.00 + tax per person.
Aug 16, 2013 – Moonlight Hike & Wolf Howl
Gordon’s Park Moonlight Hike & Wolf Howl includes calling for wolves and an educational guided nature hike with a focus on wolves and their habitat. Participants will use Parabolic Ears and Bausch & Lomb Binoculars to hunt for evidence of wolves, wolf tracks and other signs of wildlife. A social wolf howling competition around the campfire with really great wolfy prizes follows the hike.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
15.00 + tax per person.
35.00 + tax per family (2 adults, kids under 16).
Aug 17, 2013 – Saturday Afternoon Geocaching at Gordon’s
For those interested in getting active and getting outdoors. This program will start at 2pm and includes an introduction into Geocaching as well as a list of Geocaches that can be found throughout Gordon’s Park. With over 50 caches at the park, you are bound to have a good time on your high tech treasure hunt. Participants must supply their own hand held GPS unit.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
15.00 + tax per person.
35.00 + tax per family (2 adults, kids under 16).
Aug 23, 2013 – Moonlight Hike & Wolf Howl
Gordon’s Park Moonlight Hike & Wolf Howl includes calling for wolves and an educational guided nature hike with a focus on wolves and their habitat. Participants will use Parabolic Ears and Bausch & Lomb Binoculars to hunt for evidence of wolves, wolf tracks and other signs of wildlife. A social wolf howling competition around the campfire with really great wolfy prizes follows the hike.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
15.00 + tax per person.
35.00 + tax per family (2 adults, kids under 16).
Aug 24, 2013 – Saturday Afternoon Geocaching at Gordon’s
For those interested in getting active and getting outdoors. This program will start at 2pm and includes an introduction into Geocaching as well as a list of Geocaches that can be found throughout Gordon’s Park. With over 50 caches at the park, you are bound to have a good time on your high tech treasure hunt. Participants must supply their own hand held GPS unit.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
15.00 + tax per person.
35.00 + tax per family (2 adults, kids under 16).
Aug 30, 2013 – Moonlight Hike & Wolf Howl
Gordon’s Park Moonlight Hike & Wolf Howl includes calling for wolves and an educational guided nature hike with a focus on wolves and their habitat. Participants will use Parabolic Ears and Bausch & Lomb Binoculars to hunt for evidence of wolves, wolf tracks and other signs of wildlife. A social wolf howling competition around the campfire with really great wolfy prizes follows the hike.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
15.00 + tax per person.
35.00 + tax per family (2 adults, kids under 16).
Aug 31, 2013 – Saturday Afternoon Geocaching at Gordon’s
For those interested in getting active and getting outdoors. This program will start at 2pm and includes an introduction into Geocaching as well as a list of Geocaches that can be found throughout Gordon’s Park. With over 50 caches at the park, you are bound to have a good time on your high tech treasure hunt. Participants must supply their own hand held GPS unit.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
15.00 + tax per person.
35.00 + tax per family (2 adults, kids under 16).
September 6 – 9, 2013 – Dark Side of the Moon Star party
This new event at Gordon’s Park allows astronomers of all ages to come out to view the night sky and relax to the sound of Pink Floyd in the background. We hold most of our Star parties in the summer and we would like to give astronomers a chance to view from the Dark Sky Preserve a little later in the year. Come experience some of the darkest skies in Ontario in September with longer nights of pristine viewing.
rita@gordonspark.com 705-859-2470, www.gordonspark.com and “like” us on www.facebook.com/gordonspark
42.00 + tax per person per night.
85.00 + tax per family per night (2 adults, kids under 16).
Gordon’s Park Activities
Outdoor Solar Heated Swimming Pool, 18 Hole Mini Golf in Shaded Cedar Grove, Interpretive Center with Nature & Canadian Wildlife Interpretation, Educational Hiking Trails Through Five Different Ecosystems in the Park, Archery with Bow & Arrow Rentals, Horseshoes, Children’s Playground, Cycle Tours – Four Routes Beginning & Ending at Gordon’s Park, Star Parties, Dark Sky Preserve, Night Sky Viewing, Fossil Walks, Orienteering, Bird Watching, Birding Map & Tour, Wildlife Viewing, Women’s Weekend & Eco Retreats, Summertime Events Calendar, School Trips, Birthday Party Packages, Church Groups & Senior Outings
18777 Hwy 6, Tehkummah, Manitoulin Island, Ontario P0P 2C0
705-859-2470
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