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Catching the Season Finale: Fall Fishing with Bobby Belmonte

A man holds a largemouth bass towards the camera

Look out across any Kawarthas Northumberland lake this fall, and you may see the silhouette of an angler or two in the distance. It’s not just a visually appealing time of year—the seasonal shift makes a real difference to fish, and to the people trying to catch them. We asked Bobby Belmonte, the owner-operator of … Read more

Fall Is Hiking Season in Kawarthas Northumberland

A maple leaf beside a rushing stream

One of the best parts about being in Kawarthas Northumberland is easy access to a wide range of beautiful, diverse hiking trails. And there’s no better time to hike than fall, when the bugs have died down and the leaves are on full display. To help you choose your next adventure, we’ve compiled a list … Read more

Sounds in Nature: Inspired by the Season at Westben

A violin player stands on a footbridge in fall

“Music in nature’s always been a part of Westben,” says Donna Bennett, co-founder of Westben Centre for Connection & Creativity through Music. It’s a mission statement most people will associate with the Barn, a 400-seat timber-frame structure with grand doors that roll back to let the summer ambience in. With the Sounds in Nature event … Read more

Fall Boating: Explore The Trent-Severn Waterway this Autumn

A flock of birds flies over a river in fall

The leaves are changing, the crowds have departed, and the Trent-Severn Waterway feels like it’s all yours. Boating the TSW in September and early October has different feel than the height of summer, and it’s a well worth experiencing whether it’s your first trip or an annual tradition. Nothing changes radically in the fall, but … Read more

Outdoor Inspiration

A artist's canvas sits in front of the forest landscape it represents; a bridge is partly visible

The beauty of Kawarthas Northumberland has always inspired artists, and the many studio tours throughout the region are proof. We spoke to three artists who draw directly from the local landscape to learn about their process—and picked up a few ideas for outdoor exploration in the bargain. Victoria County Studio Tour “It’s just a painter’s … Read more

Agritourism: Meet the Farmers Feeding Kawarthas Northumberland

A wooden barn in fall

Drive through Kawarthas Northumberland this fall, and you’re bound to see some quintessentially rural scenes—sunny cornfields, horses standing in the pasture, chickens pecking around the barn.  If you’ve ever been tempted to stop for a longer look, you’re in luck. The region is packed with agritourism experiences that can offer you farm-to-table cuisine, unique entertainment, … Read more

Soft Adventure: Outdoor Fun for All Skill Levels

A woman walks along a trail covered in autumn leaves

Kawarthas Northumberland is your fall destination for soft outdoor adventure. If you’ve never heard the term before, “soft adventure” is a pretty inclusive concept. It refers to the more accessible end of the activity spectrum—think day hikes, bicycle trails, and flatwater paddling, as opposed to whitewater rafting or mountain climbing. Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie … Read more