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SERPENT RIVER
SERPENT RIVER TRADING POST GAS & CONVENIENCE - Located on Highway 17 midway between Sudbury & Sault Ste . Marie . We have been here for over 25 years with the extension being built 15 years ago . The beautiful log building is home to many beautiful products ; moccasins , art , paintings , including Native artists , jewellery , coats , pottery , authentic Native crafts , souvenirs and crafts from local artisans . The building alone is a treat in itself to stop in and admire the craftsmanship of the store and its architecture . Open seasonally from May to October from 9am - 5pm . Gas & Convenience store right next door , offers gas , tobacco , coffee and other confectionary items . Hours of operation : 8am – 8pm , 7 days a week , open all year except Christmas day . Ample room in parking area for cars , trailers , motor homes and transports . Now offer a brand new 8 pump gas station for your convenience plus diesel and propane are also available . Picnic table area and beautiful lawn allow visitors to picnic / grill and enjoy the scenery . Inside , guests can visit Memories of Genaabjing Museum called “ Mkwendawinan Genaabjing ”. Friendly staff greet guests to answer any questions and information about our history , culture and surrounding area . 479 Hwy 17 , Serpent River First Nation ON P0P 1B0 Gas Bar : ( 705 ) 844-2500 Trading Post : ( 705 ) 844-2864 mpelletier @ srfnedc . com
SPANISH
TOWN OF SPANISH - Located at the mouth of the Spanish River on Hwy 17 , in the heart of the world-class North Channel cruising area . Excellent docking and marina facilities are available . Great fishing and hunting for outdoor enthusiasts . Modern 125 slip Municipal marina and Four Seasons Waterfront Complex . Group of Seven landscapes . Gazebo / Telescope provide stunning views of the Spanish Marshes and North Channel . 8 Trunk Road , PO Box 70 , Spanish ON P0P 2A0 Tel : ( 705 ) 844-2300 www . townofspanish . com info @ townofspanish . com ALMENARA EN EL RIO Marina & Campground - Located on the North Channel of Lake Huron at the mouth of the Spanish River . We have four travel trailer rentals , transient and seasonal campsites with water , 30 amp electrical , sewer connections or sewer dumping on your way out . The area is well known for having high populations of “ Big Trophy ” Walleye as well as Northern Pike and Smallmouth Bass . We host bear hunters in our trailer rentals for both the Spring ( May ) and Fall ( August ) Bear Hunts . This is a great area for kayaking , canoeing , and photographic opportunities . Boat launches , docking , pump outs , 45 ton Boat Lift , Shrink Wrapping , Indoor and Outdoor Storage , RV and Marine Supplies , Propane , Bait , Ice , Some Groceries including Leadbetters Meats ( Cowboy Steaks ) are available at the Marina / Campground . 57 Spanish Street , PO Box 118 , Spanish ON P0P 2A0 Tel : ( 705 ) 844-2442 Fax : 705-844-1619 www . almenaraenelrio . com almenara @ eastlink . ca BLUE HERON RESORT - Located on the Spanish River , 5 minutes east of the town of Spanish on Kring Road . This resort has 11 newly renovated , fully equipped modern housekeeping cottages . Offering one , two , three bedroom cottages as well as one six bedroom cottage . The area is second to none for Walleye , Northern Pike and Smallmouth Bass . Besides fishing , there is great canoeing , wildlife , photographic opportunities , swimming and family fun . Boat and motor rentals , boat launch , docking , gas and bait are all available at the resort . Your hosts are Cal & Deborah Matheson . PO Box 359 , Spanish ON P0P 2A0 Toll Free : 1-888-406-1111 Tel : ( 705 ) 844-2596 www . blueheronresort . on . ca info @ blueheronresort . on . ca See ad page 10 BRENNAN HARBOUR RESORT - Brennan Harbour is a quality fishing camp located 120 miles east of Sault Ste . Marie . We fish the islands of the Whalesback Channel of Lake Huron and the Spanish River for Walleye , Northern Pike , Smallmouth Bass and Perch . Our packages include cabin , boat and motor and meals if you like . “ Brennan Harbour where guests become friends ” PO Box 389 , Spanish ON P0P 2A0 Toll Free : 1-888-231-1199 www . brennanharbour . com fishing @ brennanharbour . com MITCHELL ’ S CAMP - Hosts Don and Mary Mitchell welcome you to Mitchells ’ Camp at the mouth of the Spanish River , the Gateway to the North Channel of Lake Huron . Facilities available : 2 clean housekeeping cabins , campgrounds with hot showers , firewood , water and electrical hook-ups , sewer disposal , launch ramp , dockage , boats and motors to rent . Bass , pike , walleye , trout and perch fishing in the area . Location from town south of Highway 17 1 / 2 mile . 69 Colonization Road , Spanish ON P0P 2A0 ( summer ) or 50 Besserer Rd , North Bay ON P1B 8G3 ( winter ) Summer Tel : ( 705 ) 844-2202 or Winter Tel : ( 705 ) 497-3114 mitchell _ donmary @ sympatico . ca
MUKWA ADVENTURES - Imagine yourself riding an ATV along a picturesque Northern Ontario wilderness setting . Enjoy one of the most memorable outdoor adventures with your family , friends , or business partners . If it ’ s MUD you seek there are plenty of opportunities to play , get dirty and experience a mudders dream . Mukwa Adventures is an All Inclusive ATV Adventure that offers a year round ATV experience with some of the Best Trail systems travelled . Tel : ( 705 ) 842-7000 www . mukwa . ca arthurtrudeau @ hotmail . com See ad page 34 LE BEL ABRI BED AND BREAKFAST 3 Garnier St , Spanish ON Tel : ( 705 ) 844-2545 THE NORTH CHANNEL MARINE TOURISM COUNCIL - Discover the North Channel , Manitoulin Island to Sault Ste . Marie Areas . The northwestern end of Georgian Bay leads to the North Chanel , which is a boaters ’ paradise with nature ’ s entire splendor . The North Channel was part of the route used by travelers to reach Lake Superior . This is another area that allows boaters to enjoy wide open cruising that Lake Huron offers or the relaxing ride through the many channels and bays to a number of destinations along the way . You can travel to Manitoulin Island , Killarney , Little Current , Gore Bay , Spanish , Blind River , Thessalon , St . Joseph Island and Sault Ste . Marie . Boaters , this wonderful area for boat travelling , stretches approximately 160 nautical miles ; from Sault Ste . Marie to Killarney with lots of sights and fantastic ventures waiting for you to discover . www . thenorthchannel . ca info @ thenorthchannel . ca SPANISH RIVER INN 125 Front St , Hwy 17 , Spanish ON P0P 2A0 Tel : ( 705 ) 842-7000 WATERFALLS LODGE - Welcomes you to the only lodge on our chain of 7 lucky lakes . The smallmouth bass , walleye , northern pike , lake trout and perch await you . Fully guided fall black bear & moose hunts . ATVing at its BEST - with Miles of trails in our back door . Select a Full American Plan or Evening Meal Plan served in our new licensed dining room or a Housekeeping Cottage Plan package with your own fully equipped kitchen . We are located just 2 1 / 2 hours ( 125 miles ) east of Sault Ste . Marie on Hwy . 17 , then north on Waterfalls Road for 3 miles . Free colour brochure on request . Rob & Kathy , PO Box 8 , Waterfalls Rd , Spanish ON P0P 2A0 Toll Free : 1-800-666-2812 Local ( 705 ) 844-2169 www . waterfallslodge . com rob @ waterfallslodge . com See ad page 10
MANITOULIN ISLAND
GREAT SPIRIT CIRCLE TRAIL - Ahnee ! Welcome ! The Great Spirit Circle Trail encompasses eight First Nation communities on Manitoulin Island and the Sagamok region in Northeastern Ontario , Canada . Truly blessed by the Creator , it is one of the most beautiful and serene regions in Northeastern Ontario Canada . Manitoulin Island , the largest freshwater island in the world and Sagamok are home to the “ Anishnawbek ” - the Ojibway , Odawa and Pottawatomi people with a long and storied history , rich culture and abundant lands . The warmth of the people , the serenity of the forests and waters and the vibrant culture of the Anishnawbek people are yours to discover as you “ Experience the past ” and “ Enjoy the present .” Reward your senses and rejuvenate your spirit on a nature walk accompanied by your Aboriginal hosts . Experience history as you retrace ancient canoe routes . Unwind to the soft murmur of legends and stories from days long past . Relaxing day trips , rustic or refined accommodations , traditional regional cuisine and a wide variety of shops , galleries , and educational cultural activities enhance the natural beauty of this very special region . Toll Free : 1-877-710-3211 Tel : ( 705 ) 377-4404 Fax : ( 705 ) 377-4425 www . circletrail . com circletrail @ circletrail . com
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