SPRING 2017

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March 4MAPLE KICK OFF Orillia Fairgrounds Farmers Market Join our maple syrup producers for a tasting of maple sap, before it had been processed into maple syrup! Enter to win a gift basket from Market Vendors, a value of over $200! Be present for a chance to randomly win $5 Maple Market Bucks that you can spend at our Market! 249-385-5549OrilliaFairgroundsFarmersMarket.ca

March 8 - March 30CASINO RAMA RESORT MAPLE FESTIVALCasino Rama RestaurantsEnjoy the taste of maple at Casino Rama Resort. Select restaurants will be featuring many maple-inspired dishes for this sweet season. Participating restaurants include St. Germains, Simcoe Yard House, Cedar Restaurant, Cedar Express & Weirs.1-800-832-7529 CasinoRama.com

March 11 - March 19SWEET MARCH BREAK FUN!Shaw’s Sugar Bush Experience the production of maple syrup, enjoy horse and wagon rides through the sugar bush, taffy on the snow and the pancake house. 705-325-4347 ShawsMapleSyrup.com

March 17ST. PATRICK’S DAY MAPLE CELEBRATIONSugar RidgeSt. Paddy’s Day feast of green pancakes, paired with fresh maple syrup. Join for all you can eat pancakes, delicious choice of flavours from 9am-12pm. While here take a tour of a local maple syrup producer - Williams Farms.705-528-1793 SugarRidge.ca

March 17ST.PATRICK’S DAY MAPLE BRUNCHLeacock CaféCome and join in the fun for a St. Paddy’s Day brunch including local maple syrup and other yummy menu items.705-326-5578 LeacockMuseum.ca

March 25 - March 26SWEETWATER HARVEST FESTIVALWye Marsh Wildlife CentreExplore nature and have a unique Canadian experience that celebrates the history of maple syrup, and the role it plays in our cultural and natural heritage. 705-526-7809 WyeMarsh.com

March 25MAPLE DAYOrillia Farmers Market Discover delicious ways to enjoy maple through foods found at the market during this special maple event.705-238-7955 OrilliaFarmersMarket.on.ca

March 26FAMILY FUN DROP IN: MARCH MAPLE MADNESSOrillia Museum of Art & HistoryFamilies are invited to stop by the museum for a *sweet* Sunday afternoon art activity inspired by Tap Into Maple! 2-3pm.705-326-2159 OrilliaMuseum.org

March 31 - April 16CANADIAN FLAVOURSOntario’s Lake CountryEnjoy a 2-3 course lunch or dinner experience prepared using locally sourced products including maple at various participating restaurants.705-325-9321 FlavoursOfLakeCountry.com

April 1 - April 2MAPLE WEEKENDVarious LocationsSimcoe District Maple Syrup Producers Association will be hosting the 3rd Annual Maple Weekend including local producers! See how maple products are produced, visit sugar shacks, taste and purchase quality maple products.705-526-8036 MapleWeekend.ca

April 8HEWITT’S PANCAKE BREAKFASTHewitt’s Farm Market & BakeryBring the family for a pancake breakfast topped with Hewitt’s Maple Syrup and maple sausages. Kids crafts available. 9am-1pm.705-325-3000 HewittsFarmMarkets.com

April 16EASTER SUNDAY LAKESIDE BRUNCHLeacock CaféBook your reservation for a beautiful Easter Brunch lakeside. Including the Famous Brennan Pancake - Crisp Maple Bacon & Ontario Blueberry Pancake Served with Ontario Maple Syrup.705-326-5578 LeacockMuseum.ca

April 22GUIDED MAPLE HIKEGrants WoodsParticipate in a guided hike of Grants Woods to learn about local trees and maples. The hike will be guided by local naturalist David Hawke, who will provide information about the forest and maple trees. Registration is required. Two hikes 10:30-12 and 1:30-3.705-326-1620 Couchconservancy.ca

May 13MOTHER’S DAY TEAColdwater Canadiana Heritage MuseumTreat Mom to a special Devon Tea, with a complimentary maple tart to sweeten her day. 1-3pm.705-955-1930 ColdwaterMuseum.com

May 14MOTHER’S DAY JAZZY LAKESIDE BRUNCHLeacock CaféTake your mother and the family for a jazzy lakeside brunch overlooking Lake Couchiching and enjoy local maple products and other delicious features.705-326-5578 LeacockMuseum.ca

May 6 - May 27MAPLE CYCLEColdwater Canadiana Heritage MuseumAvailable every Saturday in May. Get on your bike and ride the Coldwater Course and make stops at participating Tap into Maple businesses. Complete your ride at Coldwater Canadiana and enjoy a delicious breakfast topped with local maple syrup. Reservations are recommended. (Weather dependent)705-955-1930 TapIntoMaple.com

March 1- April 30 BAYVIEW WILDWOOD

RESORTEnjoy a maple infused family package at Bayview Wildwood Resort. For 110 years, the resort has

been part of many family getaways. The resort offers an abundance of outdoor

activities, and cozy indoor amenities. Make more family memories by venturing off the resort and visiting Shaw’s Maple Syrup Sugar Bush, an $18

add on to packages. Receive pancakes for 2 with maple syrup and choice of drink. See why

families come back to Bayview Wildwood Resort for generations.

1500 Port Stanton Pkwy, Severn Bridge1-800-461-0243 BayviewWildwood.com

March 1 - April 30 CASINO RAMA RESORT

Stay with a Tap into Maple Getaway at Casino Rama Resort. Package includes a deluxe king suite, hotel valet parking, Mammoth Maple

Breakfast for 2, $100 Resort Credit per room and $10 Free Play, for members of the Players

Passport Club.5899 Rama Rd., Rama

1-800-832-7529 CasinoRama.com

March 1 - May 31 FORKS IN THE TRAIL

BED & BREAKFASTBook a one-night weekend stay from $170(based on double) with a full breakfast, tour of the maple syrup production, sugar shack and sampling. Add in a maple syrup themed nutritional cooking class and enjoy dinner for two for $130. Tours and samplings are available during production season, late February to early April.478 Bass Lake Sideroad West, Oro-Medonte

705-487-5723 ForksInTheTrail.com

March 15 - March 17 SUGAR RIDGE

SWEET RETREAT Celebrate Maple with a Family March Break Escape. Enjoy an adventure in the maple forest that graces Sugar Ridge Retreat. Relax in the peacefulness, play in the snow, ski or snowshoe the forest trails, celebrate the sweeter side of life. Your two night getaway includes a private cabin for your family or friends, 3 meals plus St Patrick’s Day all you can eat pancake breakfast, local maple syrup, visit a local maple syrup producer, learn about production, use of the forest, cooking class, family yoga and entrance to Wye Marsh Wildlife Centre or Discover Harbour Skate Trail. (Weather dependent)

5720 Forgets Rd., Wyebridge1-866-609-1793 SugarRidge.ca

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SPRING 2017

C oldwater COLDWATER CANADIANA HERITAGE MUSEUM Coldwater Canadiana Heritage Museum will celebrate May...ple Month by providing a deluxe pancake breakfast including orange Juice, pancakes and sausage with maple syrup, toast, jam, Tea or Coffee - every Saturday in May only from 9:00 to noon. You will have the unique experience of enjoying breakfast in the fireplace room served on fine china in the 1830’s Homestead. Visit the gift shop, nine outbuildings to see the heritage displays and take a stroll along the River Trail and see our awakening gardens. Reservations through our web site are welcomed but not required. Celebrate Mother’s Day at Coldwater Canadiana with a special Devon Tea. Show your coupon at the museum to get a complimentary maple candy.May 1 - 31 | Sat 9-12 | 1474 Woodrow Rd., Coldwater705-955-1930 ColdwaterMuseum.com

Mid land AreaEVERYTHING MAPLE & MOREWhat’s not to love about maple? Everything Maple & More is the producer of gourmet maple products. They are committed to combing maple syrup with only the finest and freshest ingredients to create all natural premium products that proudly promote Canadian heritage with over 180 maple based products they are sure to have something for everyone. Stop by their retail store to learn about their business and try some samples. Redeem your coupon for 10% off anything in the retail store.March 1 - May 31 | Mon-Fri 10-8, Sat 10-6, Sun 1-61957 Grevais Rd., Waubeshene 705-534-3434 EverythingMaple.ca

SUGAR RIDGESugar Ridge is a retreat centre that was created to provide a place for people to reconnect with themselves. Whether you are looking for a R&R getaway or a deeper spiritual connection they will cater to your needs to provide a memorable experience. Located on 150 acres of majestic maple and cedar forest, breathe in the fresh air with a great family getaway during March Break. Book a 2 night package in a private cabin March 15-19 and enjoy the over 20kms of trails, pancake breakfast, local maple syrup production and more. St. Patricks day special maple pancake breakfast. Coupon: Purchase a package and show your coupon to receive a free family yoga session. Attend the St. Patricks Day Breakfast open to the public. Show your coupon to save $1 off a 500 ml bottle of maple syrup.March 15-17 | 5720 Forgets Rd., Wyebridge705-528-1793 SugarRidge.ca

WYE MARSH WILDLIFE CENTREExplore Wye Marsh and learn about the cultural and natural uses of maple syrup during our special sweetwater programs including sugar shack tours. Sweetwater activities available March 11-April 9. Plan a visit to the Sweetwater Harvest Festival, March 25th & 26th. Redeem your coupon to receive 20% off admission at the Marsh. (Sweetwater Festival excluded) March 1 - May 31 | Mon - Sun 9-5 | 16160 Highway 12 East, Midland705-526-7809 WyeMarsh.com

HEWITT’S FARM MARKET & BAKERYThis family owned business, since 1976, grew out of their 2 retail stands and developed into the extensive market and bakery it is today. Maple season is a busy one for the Hewitts. Tour their fully operational Sugar Shack and visit their scratch bakery. With maple items like Hewitt’s maple syrup, baking, barbeque sauces, candles, soaps, fudge, coffee, candies... you will not leave empty handed! Don’t forget to join them for their Annual Pancake Breakfast on April 8th. Shop local maple products, show your coupon and enjoy a 10% discount on all maple products!March 1 - May 31 | Mon - Sat 9-6, Sun 9-5 | 3331 Townline, Severn705-325-3000 HewittsFarmMarkets.com

ORILLIA FAIRGROUNDS FARMERS’ MARKETSample the first sweet taste of spring from local maple Syrup producers. Our market is lucky enough to have several local maple syrup producers and other vendors that offer maple products. Samples of their products will be available. There’s plenty of free parking! Market Bucks to be won every Saturday in March to end of April! Each hour there will be chances to win free “Maple Bucks” to spend at any of our market vendors.March 1 - April 30 | Sat 8-1 | 4500 Fairgrounds Rd., Orillia705-321-4168 OrilliaFairgroundsFarmersMarket.ca

Carthew BaySHAW’S SUGAR BUSHThe family history of Shaws Sugar Bush dates back over 100 years . Visit to learn about how the Shaw’s family are still tapping some of the same trees that were originally used. Bring the family and enjoy a wagon ride (on weekends only) and some fresh pancakes topped off with their own maple syrup or sample some of their other maple menu items. Visit the sugar bush and pancake house! Show your coupon for a complimentary maple candy with purchase. Shaw’s closes on April 16.Feb 16 - April 16 | 8-4 daily | 493 Line 14 South, Oro-Medonte705-325-4347 ShawsMapleSyrup.com

Horseshoe Val ley FORKS IN THE TRAILEnjoy an exceptional stay at Forks in the Trail B&B. Located on 100 acres near Hardwood Ski & Bike, offering a variety of amenities including: outdoor hot tub, indoor sauna, yoga classes, ski trails and more! Our B&B has an on-site maple tree bush where you can learn about maple syrup production with sugar shack tours, see the trees tapped and do some sampling. Book an overnight package that can include a tour of the forest and add on maple syrup themed nutritional cooking classes. Show your coupon at arrival for your overnight stay and receive a free 50ml gift bottle of maple syrup.March 1 - May 31 | 478 Bass Lake Sideroad West, Oro-Medonte705-487-5723 ForksInTheTrail.com

NICHOLYN FARMSNicholyn Farms is your year round choice for locally produced, organic and traditionally raised foods.  Our family owned and operated farm specializes in providing locally produced foods at a fair price including our products and 75 other local producers. Their certified kitchen produces baked goods, preserves and ready to eat meals to eat in or to go.  Visit the store for a selection of locally produced maple products. Show your coupon to receive a 10% discount on maple breakfast chicken sausages!March 1 - May 31 | Mon - Sat 9-6, Sun 10-53088 Horseshoe Valley Rd. W., Phelpston705-737-4498 Nicholyn.com

ORILLIA MUSEUM OF ART & HISTORYPlan a visit to OMAH’s gift shop in The Sir Samuel Steele Memorial Building in downtown Orillia for unique, one-of-a-kind gifts, including maple related items. Attend our Family Fun Drop in on Sunday, March 26 for Maple Madness. Families are invited to stop by the museum for a *sweet* Sunday afternoon art activity inspired by Tap Into Maple! Show your coupon and receive a 10% discount on maple themed items in the gift shop during the month of March.March 1-31 | Mon - Sat 10-4, Sun 1-4 | 30 Peter St. South, Orillia705-326-2159 OrilliaMuseum.org

Oril l ia AreaGRAPE & OLIVE WINE & MARTINI BISTROEnjoy a special Canadian twist on the Grape & Olive’s Mediterranean inspired menu. The Grape & Olive uses the freshest ingredients available, and of course, each meal can be complimented perfectly by their exquisite wine menu and martini selections. There is something for everyone at the Grape & Olive. Bring your coupon and finish your meal off with a complementary maple truffle.March 1-May 31 | Mon - Sat 7-11 & 5-10, Sun 4-10 400 Memorial Ave., Orillia705-238-5086 TheGrapeAndOlive.com

LEACOCK CAFÉThe Leacock Café is located beside the Leacock Museum overlooking Brewery Bay on Lake Couchiching. Come and visit the Café during Cabin Fever Fridays for local music, tapas and cocktails. The Café will offer Maple Manhattan’s a classic burbon cocktail with a maple twist or try our delicious warm apple & cranberry crisp with Kawartha Maple Ice Cream. Also join us for our Easter & Mother’s Day brunch including local maple products. Make sure to get your coupon to visit us in the spring at the To Go window for a complimentary scoop of Kawartha Maple Ice Cream.March 1-May 31 | Fri 5-9 | 50 Museum Drive, Orillia705-329-1908 LeacockMuseum.com

LEACOCK MUSEUMVisit this National Historic Site on the shores of Lake Couchiching where Stephen Leacock’s love affair with the Orillia area started in his summer home. During Tap into Maple you can tour the home and the grounds. You will learn about its history and the activities that took place on the property including Leacock’s maple production. Show your coupon to receive a complimentary cup of maple tea. March 1 - May 31 | Wed- Sun 10-4 | 50 Museum Drive, Orillia 705-329-1908 LeacockMuseum.com

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COUCHICHING CONSERVANCYThe Couchiching Conservancy protects more than 12,000 acres of ecologically significant land in the Orillia region. Get out and enjoy nature, visit Grants Woods for a self guided hikes of the forest where you will find trees up to 200 years old. Join one of two guided hike of the woods on April 22nd to learn about the local trees including maples by a local naturalist. Registration is required. March 1 - May 31 | 1485 Division Road W., Orillia705-326-1620 CouchichingConserv.ca

Brechin THE FARMGATEA family-owned business that creates a variety of handmade products including their Harrington’s Maple Syrup or beautiful artisan soaps! Stop in and see the outdoor wood-fired evaporator at work, and learn how maple syrup is made. Take home a special treat that’s unique and locally made. Show your coupon to receive a 10% discount on Maple Syrup and Meadowsweet Soap Works Products.March 25 - April 11 | Sun & Mon 12-5 daily 3093 Ramara Rd 47, Brechin705-484-0969 Facebook.com/HarringtonFarmGate

RamaCASINO RAMA RESORTStay with a Tap into Maple Getaway at Casino Rama Resort. Package includes a deluxe king suite, hotel valet parking, Mammoth Maple Breakfast for 2, $100 Resort Credit per room and $10 Free Play, for members of the Players Passport Club. March 1-April 30 5899 Rama Rd., Rama1-800-832-7529 CasinoRama.com

BALANCE IN LIFE SPAIndulge yourself in the full spa offerings and enjoy the relaxation with a special offer. Throughout the month of March The Balance in Life Spa at Casino Rama Resort is offering a maple body scrub and petite pedicure for $130 (normally $165). This offer is available midweek only. March 1-31 | 5899 Rama Rd., Rama1 800-832-7529 CasinoRama.com

Port StantonBAYVIEW WILDWOODA family owned and operated resort offering a maple infused package that partners a lakeside resort with an authentic Canadian maple experience. From March 1 to April 30, stay in a fireplace suite, enjoy breakfast overlooking the lake, the resort amenities then visit Shaw’s Sugar Bush (only available until April 16) for a tour and pancakes with maple syrup. Redeem your coupon at check in at the resort for a house made maple preserve. March 1 - April 30 | 1500 Port Stanton Pkwy., Severn Bridge1-800-461-0243 BayviewWildwoodResort.com

Downtown Oril l iaAPPLE ANNIE’S SHOPEnjoy a mouthwatering sample of fresh maple fudge and a variety of maple products – syrup, candy, maple butter, preserves & sauces made! Our inviting shop in the historic Mariposa Market features 24 kinds of store made fudge, chocolates & candy galore, coffee & teas, Canadian made pottery& preserves and gourmet food products! Show your coupon for a free maple treat with any purchase !March 1 - May 31 | Mon- Sat 9-6, Sun 9:30 – 5109 Mississaga St. East, Orillia 705-326-6526 AppleAnnies.ca

ERA 67Take in the Canadian spirit at Era 67, a Downtown Orillia restaurant that takes pride in supporting local and only using the finest and freshest ingredients. Visit during Tap into Maple to enjoy feature items made with local maple syrup. Redeem your coupon for a complimentary maple desert only available Sunday to Wednesday. March 1 - April 30 | Sun 11:30-9, Mon Closed, Tues & Wed 11:30-9, Thur-Sat 11:30-10 | 36 Mississaga St. West, Orillia705-238-7955 Era67.com

MARIPOSA MARKETTake a step back in time and enjoy an old fashioned shopping experience. Stroll through historic shops -a bake shop, a bustling café, a fudge & candy shop and boutiques. Enjoy delicious handmade maple baked goods, unique sandwiches, salads and entrees all made with local maple syrup. Come see what all the locals are raving about! Show your coupon to receive 10% discount on local retail maple products.March 1 - May 31 | Mon - Thurs 7-6, Fri 7-8, Sat 7-6, Sun 8-5:30109 Mississaga St. East, Orillia 705-325-8885 MariposaMarket.ca

ORILLIA FARMERS’ MARKETLocated at the Orillia Public Library in the heart of Downtown Orillia. Nutritious and all natural maple syrup is a typical product found for sale at farmers’ markets, and this Farmers’ Market features some great local producers of high quality maple products. Maple sugar is a favourite market treat. Show your coupon on March 25, at the “Everything Maple Event” for a free maple sugar candy with all maple syrup purchases.March 1 - May 31 | Sat 7:30-12:30 | 36 Mississaga St. West, Orillia705-238-7955 OrilliaFarmersMarket.on.ca

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