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Dryden Discover the lakes, trails, beaches and parks which surrounds the serene community of Dryden. Tourism and recreation facilities abound beckoning visitors to sample a wide range of adventures. The city is known for fishing and hunting opportunities, but it offers so much more. It is home to a first class recreational complex, fully equipped with swimming pool and waterslide, therapeutic warm pool, fitness and aerobics rooms, squash and racquetball courts, a cardio-fitness centre and two indoor ice surfaces. Around the city, you'll find a waterfront golf course, Sandy Beach ball diamonds & pavilion with trails, beaches and parks galore. Nearby Aaron Provincial Park provides recreational opportunities for the whole family, from camping, fishing, boating and canoeing to cross country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter. Dryden offers a wide selection of accommodations for visitors, with more than 400 hotel rooms or a choice of B&B’s, rental cabins, RV parks and campgrounds. Enjoy soccer, baseball, skate-boarding, golf, swimming, kayaking, hiking, canoeing, rock climbing, wind surfing, and biking to just name a few. In the winter, residents and visitors alike enjoy hockey, skiing, ice fishing, wind kiting, and snowmobiling. Memorable shopping and dining are always available in all four seasons in “The Wilderness City”. Cultural and community amenities flourish in Dryden. The lush natural surroundings provide a sumptuous backdrop for the many events that the city hosts each year. Events such as the Shaw Walleye Masters Tournament (www.drydenwalleyemasters.ca), Dryden Days of Summer, Canada Day Celebrations, Fall Fair, and Farmer’s Market. The Dryden and District Museum offers a unique perspective of local history and growth, including a feature display of the Ontario Record Trophy Whitetail Deer. The Dryden Regional Training and Cultural Centre is home to the Dryden Entertainment Series which presents a variety of performances in our 500-seat auditorium - an architectural achievement in comfort, lighting, acoustics and sightlines. Neighbouring First Nations communities are host to annual Pow Wows, colourful and lively celebrations reflective of local Anishinabek culture. Other community amenities include the Dryden Regional Health Centre, seniors housing complex and long term care facility, library, local fire and police services, airport, and convention facilities. Egli's Sheep Farm & Animal Park is 20 km west of Dryden on Highway 17. Visitors are welcome to tour the Animal Park to see a variety of domestic and exotic farm animals including bison, elk, emus, llamas, yaks, swans and more. The Animal Park is open from April to October. Their Gift Shop is one of Canada's largest specializing in wool and sheepskin products, many of which are manufactured on-site. Visitors can request to tour the manufacturing facility. Proudly standing at the Visitor Information Centre, Maximillian Moose (Max to the locals), stands 17 feet tall and weighs nine tons and resides at the Visitor Information Centre. In honour of his ancestors, cousins, and friends of the wilderness, this burly beast, with head raised, captures the spirit of Sunset Country and the city that offers “everything under the sun.” Dryden Visitor Information Centre 807-223-4100 or toll free 1-800-667-0935 [email protected] | www.dryden.ca Drive-In To American Plan First Class Accommodations ON FAMOuS EAGLE LAkE Walleye, Northern, Bass, Trophy Muskie and much, much more! Your Host: MAL TYGESSON www.evergreenlodge.net Mar. 15 - Dec. 30 Email: [email protected] - [phone] Box 29, Eagle River, ON, P0V 1S0 [phone] Box 381, La Grange, IL 60525 Dec. 31 - Mar. 15 - DRYDEN HIGHLIGHTS • Max the Moose • Aaron Provincial Park • Dryden Walleye Masters • Days of Summer • Roy Wilson Suspension Bridge 63