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HomeMy WebLinkAboutHuron Expositor, 2016-01-20, Page 15MS= Kincardine's Stoney Island Conservation Area to host Ski Loppet, Snowshoeing events, followed by in -town Toboggan Gran Prix If the snow holds out this weekend and next, two Stoney Island Conserva- tion Area events will draw dozens of people for skiing and snowshoeing Jan. 16 and 24. And on Jan. 30, 2016 the Kincardine Kids Toboggan Grand Prix will offer a chance at a new fun winter event for families. The three events are all weather -dependent, and any changes in date or condition will be reported on Kincardine Tourism's and Penetangear's face - book pages. The Kincardine Commu- nity Loppet is planned for Saturday, Jan. 16 at 2 p.m. The free event is designed for cross-country skiers of all ages and expe- rience levels. Vistors are invited to take a leisurely ski around the groomed trails at Stoney Island, led by Kincardine Cross - Country Ski Club experts, who will be there to help. After the tour warm enjoy a free hot apple cider or hot chocolate to warm up in front of a fire in the club's hut. Participants are asked to bring their own equip- ment, or borrow a pair of skis and boots from the club. The event is located at Stoney Island Conserva- tion Area, 5 km north of Kincardine on Bruce Road 23. For more information contact Glen at 519-396-6552. The Penetangear Com- munity Snowshoe event takes place Sunday, Jan. 24, 2015 at 2 p.m. Participants are wel- come to grab their snow- shoes and come out to Stoney Island and enjoy the snow. The free event is for all ages and all experi- ence levels. Snowshoers will tour around Stoney Islands dedicated snow shoe trails, with guidance from experts from the Kincar- dine Cross -Country Ski Club. Warm up in the club's hut with hot cider and hot chocolate in front of the fire after the event, spon- sored by Penetangear - Kincardine's Casual, Out- door and Active store. The event is also located at Stoney Island Conserva- tion Area, 5 km north of Kincardine on Bruce Road 23. For more information contact Penetangear at 519-396-7791. A new event, the Pene- tangear Kids Toboggan Gran Prix will offer fun, competition and prizes for the whole family on Satur- day, Jan. 30 at 11 a.m. Children are invited down to Alps Park on the Kincardine Trails System for a 'toboggan race to remember.' Participants are asked to register at Penetangear 791 Queen Street Kincardine by Jan. 28 and bring their fastest toboggan to the race, for a chance to be crowned king or queen of the hill for their age groups. McDonald's Kincardine will be giving out treats as a sponsor, alongside Penetangear. When: Ilam Saturday January 30th The event is located at Alps Park Kincardine Trails, pm Milne Drive in Kincardine (eastern corner of Kingsway Street and Milne Drive), with parking on the street. For more information contact Penetangear at 519-396-7791. Note All three events rely on the weather and snow con- ditions. Advance time and date changes will be com- municated via facebook. Call the contact num- bers prior to events for any information. Huron East Fire Dept. Receives much needed funding The Trillium ROOTS Com- munity Fund is pleased to support the Huron East Fire Departmentin the amount of $10,000.00. The Brussels Station is a volunteer department that serves the Village of Brus- sels and the surrounding farming community within the Municipality of Huron East and Morris-Turnberry. This donation will assist greatly with the purchase of essential lifesaving equipment for the depart- ment. The Trillium ROOTS Community Fund was established by Trillium Mutual Insurance Com- pany in Listowel, to admin- ister (at arm's length), the company's philanthropy program. Through ROOTS, Trillium continues to pro- vide meaningful financial assistance and support to rural communities in which its policyholder members live and serve. 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