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| Yes, it’s cold here in winter. And that’s the way we like it. Cross country skiing and snowmobiling just aren’t the same in the heat, not to mention how hot temperatures take the fun out of tobogganing, snowshoeing and building snowmen. It’s also a lot easier to keep ice in for hockey and curling when it’s freezing outside.
At times it seems the season isn’t long enough to fully experience all there is to do in Kenora. “Pond hockey” opens up at the Harbourfront, Winter Carnival and Sno-cross come to town, and Mount Evergreen calls to snowboarders and skiers every weekend. Fishing only stops when the law says so, and winter’s no exception (see www.mnr.gov.on.ca/MNR/Fishing/ for fishing season info). Fishing this time of year simply means you have to work a bit harder to find water, and the transportation changes – leave the paddles at home and drive the ice roads to your favourite spot (or somewhere close to it). Fishing tournaments don’t let up in winter either – check out the Destination Kenora - Ice Fishing Challenge. There’s a certain pleasure in defying the cold. Nothing is so energizing as heading out for a run when all logic says you should be wearing a fur-lined, floor-length parka instead of a pair of tights and flimsy running shoes. If you'd rather relax, step onto the deck and into a hot tub to catch snowflakes on your tongue – if that isn’t surreal enough, jump out of the steamy water and make snow angels in your swimsuit. (OK, we haven’t actually tried that last part, but it sure looked fun when our friends did it). With all the activity, the scenery can’t be forgotten. Go for a drive on the ice to witness the transformation when the lake is frozen and the islands are dressed in winter. Or just take a walk. Some of the most beautiful views of the area come mid-season when Mother Nature has the formula just right and hoar frost covers every tree branch and ice crystals seem to hang in mid-air. If cuddling up indoors with a hot chocolate is more your pace, or you just want to take a break, there’s no shortage of fireplaces to keep you warm. Share the time with friends at various local restaurants, or book accommodation at an area lodge – many are accessible by car, but a warm cabin is also a nice destination on your snowmobile. |
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