Lakeshore Advance, 2011-05-11, Page 14L�iitandIngbusinesses honoured with tourism awards
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Walton Motocross and Joan Karstens of Brentwood on the
Beach were presented with tourism industry awards at the
1luron'I'ourism Association's 22ndAnnual'li)urism Event and
Brochure Swap in late April.
Each year the Iluron Tourism Association (I ITA) recog-
nizes a member who has demonstrated le'ade'rship, creative
invention, partnership initiative, community impact and
excellence in the tourism industry. This year the Tourism
Development award, initiated by the Blyth Festival in 1993,
was presented to Chris Lee and his ter)) at the Walton
Motocross.
'lhe Walton Motocross is an event that has a 40 year history
in Huron. Like many good things, it started with an idea; a
family with a farm, and a passion for motorcycles and off
road riding. From the original days of the 'Maitland Dirt Rid-
ers' club of casual riders and aspiring competitors, the 1.e
family has built an impressive international event attracting
hundreds of riders and tens of thousands of spectators. In
2011, the Walton Motocross celebrates 20 years of hosting the
'1'rans(:an event and 110 years as the Walton Motocross track.
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"The Walton Motocross is always a
leader in innovation and cutting edge
marketing", says Cindy Fisher, 'Tourism
Coordinator for the County of 1 luron.
"'Ihe Lee family has worked diligently to
market not only their event, but the
entire County by showcasing the best
this area has to offer':
'this year, the 1 luron Tourism Associa-
tion introduced a newaward, the Tour-
ism Champion award to recognize an
owner, operator, staff or volunteer of a
business, attraction or special event that
demonstrates stellar hospitality, creative
marketing savvy, inclusive partnerships,
forward thinking leadership, ongoing
promotion of Ontario's West (:oast and
the areas tourism businesses and
experiences.
The first annual 'Tourism Champion
award was presented to loan Karstens of
Brentwood on the Beach in St. Joseph.
With over 20 years in the hospitality
business in I iuron County, loan and her
team welcome return visitors from
around the world. loan's hospitable
nature, her networking chat's) and her
service to the I luron 'Tourism Associa-
tion are commended.
A Al The Lee family
has worked diligently
to market not only
their event, but the
entire County by
showcasing the best
this area has to offer."
— Cindy Fisher,
Tourism Coordinator
for the County of Huron
"loan can top ticket sales for any tour-
ism or community event," smiles Cindy.
"She believes in partnerships and she's
always promoting Ontario's West Coast
and the region".
'Ihe tourism awards were presented at
the 22nd Annual Tourism Event and
Brochure Swap held at the Seaforth
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Cindy Fisher, Tourism Coordinator for the County of Huron (left) and Tim Cumming, Huron
Tourism Association president (left) present Joan Karstens of Brentwood on the Beach
in St. Joseph with the first annual Tourism Champion award to recognize her dedication
and excellence in the tourism and hospitality industry in Huron County,
Community Centre.'1he Municipality of
Huron East gave a wonderful welcome
topeople in the tourism industry from
across Iluron County and showcased
some ofthe heritage, sporting and other
attractions and experiences of
Seaforth,Walton, and area.
"The event provides a great opportu-
nity to network with other tourism pro-
fessionals from the countryside and
coastline of Ontario's West Coast," said
Tim Cumming, President of Huron
'Tourism Association "'Ihe event reminds
us to challenge ourselves to develop
effective tourism products and to pro-
vide the best tourism experience
possible".
Our association, more than 170 mem-
bers' strong, thanks each of those nomi-
nated for their commitment to tourism
and hospitality in Huron County. We
look forward to another year of welcom-
ing visitors, including friends and rela-
tives, who will discover the pleasures
Ili Joan can top ticket
sales for any tourism or
community event. She
believes in partnerships
and she's always
promoting Ontario's West
Coast and the region."
— Cindy Fisher,
Tourism Coordinator
for the County of Huron
and treasures of Ontario's West Coast -
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for a copy of the new 2011 vacation
guide, please visit www.ontarioswest-
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