Things to Do
ANIMAL ZOO | CONSERVATION
AREAS | GOLF | HIKING/WALKING |
HORSEBACK RIDING
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LIONS PARK ANIMAL ZOO
Our animal zoo is housed in the middle of Lions Park. Featuring
Fallow deer, a variety of birds and other animals. The animals'
appetites are always good, so bring along some bread and vegetables
as they enjoy being hand fed. However, be careful near our
donkey as he has been known to enthusiastically chew on the hand
as well as the oats!
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CONSERVATION
DUCKS UNLIMITED CANADA - WETLANDS PROJECT
For over 60 years, Ducks Unlimited Canada (DU) has been conserving wetlands to provide habitat for wildlife and to improve the quality and quantity of our water resources.
One of the more than 14 000 DU projects in Ontario, the Mitchell wetland restoration project involves the conversion of three abandoned sewage lagoons into productive wetland habitats. The restored sewage lagoons, when brought up to full management capability, will provide enhanced habitat for resident muskrats, mink, frogs, water snakes, salamanders, turtles, and small fish. Improved habitats will also be available for seasonal users including marsh wrens, red-winged blackbirds, rails, egrets, herons, bitterns, gallinules, and coots. Mallards and blue-winged teal will be the primary breeding waterfowl species using the new habitat, but wood ducks, green-winged teal, gadwall, wigeon, black ducks, ringnecks, pintails, shovellers, reheads, and buffleheads will use the lagoon during migration stopovers. During times of low water levels required for management, the habitat will be optimal for shorebirds. For more information contact www.ducks.ca.
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GOLF
MITCHELL GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
Napier Street North, off Highway 8
(519) 348-8991
Semi-Private
| HOURS: | April to October |
| ADMISSION: | Please contact |
| FACILITIES: | 18 Holes, Licensed Club House, Pro Shop, Memberships, Tournaments |
| GROUPS: | Yes, please advise first |
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HIKING / WALKING
WEST PERTH THAMES TRAIL
Along the Thames River
Featuring a 3.5km trail along the north branch of the Thames River,
which was recently designated a "Heritage River". The trail
is ideal for bird watchers, hikers, pleasure walkers, and those
who enjoy exploring the out-of-doors. The trail system provides
a picturesque view of the Thames River valley, which is composed
of flood plains, woodlands, and wetlands. This provides not
only a scenic background but contains a meandering river and a range
of different landscapes. The trail runs along the east side
of the Thames River beginning at Francis Street and ending at the
future site of Ducks Unlimited Wetlands at the former lagoons.
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HORSEBACK RIDING
BROOKLAWN FARMS
R.R. #2 Mitchell
(519) 348-8218
Call for rates.
TWIN BELLS RANCH
R.R. #1, Bornholm
(519) 345-2861
Call for rates.
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LAWN BOWLING
MITCHELL FRIENDSHIP LAWN BOWLING CENTRE
55 Montreal Street
Evelyn Pridham
(519) 348-4496
| HOURS: | May to Labour Day, 1:00 - 3:00pm & 7:00 - 9:00pm |
| ADMISSION: | Please contact for any club fees |
| FACILITIES: | Club House |
| GROUPS: | Yes, please advise first |
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MARKETS
MITCHELL AND AREA FARMERS' MARKET
Lion's Park
(519) 348-8429
Featuring farm fresh vegetables and fruits, homemade pies and breads,
locally grown perennials, hand crafted furniture, maple syrup, honey,
jams and pickles, coutry crafts, and more! WE ARE ALWAYS LOOKING
FOR NEW VENDORS, for more information call Laurie Neubrand 347-2766
| HOURS: | Fridays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., May 7 to October 8, 2004 |
| ADMISSION: | Free |
| GROUPS: | Definately! |
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PICNICS
LIONS PARK
A picturesque park on the West Bank of the Thames River. Fully equipped with a large picnic pavilion which contains a nice size kitchen and public washrooms. There is also playground equipment, an Olympic size swimming pool, small ball diamond, and plays host to the Mitchell and area Farmers' Market. The Mill Pond adjacent to the pavilion is excellent for canoeing and wildlife appreciation. Not only is Lions Park a great place to be in the summer, but winter offers a whole new range of activities. Lions Park hill is a beehive of activity when the snow conditions are right for tobogganing and snowboarding.
To rent the Picnic Pavilion, please contact the Municipal Office at 348-8429. Rental Fee: $50 + GST
The Walton Trailblazer Snowmobile Trail runs through the park.
www.ofsc.on.ca
In this general area there is excellent snowmobile parking and access
to downtown restaurants.
| HOURS: | Seasonal |
| ADMISSION: | None |
| FACILITIES: | Picnic tables, benches, pavilion |
| GROUPS: | Always welcome |
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TENNIS
MITCHELL TENNIS CLUB
Wellington Street, Behind Town Hall
Contact: Penny West, 348-8966 or Dr. Kurt Eickmeier, 348-4889
Public
| HOURS: | April to October, 9am-10pm, 7 days a week |
| ADMISSION: | $5.00 / court |
| FACILITIES: | 2 Hard Courts, Lighting for night play |
| GROUPS: | Contact for rates |
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MITCHELL LEGION BAND
Mitchell Legion Band
175 St. Andrew St.
Contact: Art Heimpel
(519) 348-8042
Our band can trace its roots back to the 1870's, even winning a major band contest in 1872! With a volunteer membership of 25 local musicians, ranging in age from 12 to 76, the band participates in many concerts and parades in the district. The Mitchell Legion Band welcomes new members at its weekly Tuesday night band rehearsals in the Legion Hall, beginning at 7:30 p.m.
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