NEW YEARS EVE @ ALGONQUIN INN

Traditionally, New Years Eve at the Algonquin Inn has been a quiet affair. Loud parties and the hustle and bustle and night life of the city is left behind. Guests seeking a peaceful and perhaps a romantic weekend, with friends and or a loved one is what it is all about.

Our Rooms with snowy lakeside views, a great New years Eve dinner in our Dining room followed by a ring side seat to fireworks over the lake. If this sounds like the New Years Eve for you this year, book now to avoid dissapointment and get the room or suite of your choosing.

Menu

Starters

Salad - Garden - Raspberry Vinaigrette . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 6.99

Caesar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .$ 8.99

Appetizer

Large Shrimp Cocktail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 9.99

Entree

Cornflake Crusted Pickerel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $22.99 Roasted Tomato, Wine Sauce

10 oz Black angus Centre Cut Steak . . . . . . . . . . . . .$26.99

Wild Mushroom Sauce and Onion Rings

7 oz Sirloin Steak with Sauteed Shrimp . . . . . . . . . .$26.99

Willd Mushroom Sauce

Seafood Pasta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $24.99

Lobster meat, Crabmeat, Shrimp and scallops

Vegetables with Noodles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$18.99

Served in a Tomato Sauce

Dessert

Plain Cheesecake with Mixed Berries. . . . . . . . . . . $ 7.95
Apple Pie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 5.25
Add Ice cream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . $ 6.95
Chocolate Mousse with Grande Marnier . . . . . . . . . $ 7.95

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GIFT CERTIFICATES FOR ALGONQUIN INN

It is that time of year again, when we have to find a gift for someone, who probably has just about everything. Algonquin Inn Gift Certificates are becoming more and more popular, and so we have the following ideas for any special occasion, not just Christmas.

ALGONQUIN INN WELCOME PACKAGES

• In Room Flowers $ 25
• Chocolate Dipped Fruit $ 15
• Cheese Tray $ 20
• Bottle of Wine $ 24.95

( From select List )

If you wish you can ask for a gift certificate to be made out and personalized, then sent to you via mail or by email if you prefer. Payment is by credit card at the time of request.

• You can ask for a Algonquin Inn Gift Certificate for a set amount, to be deducted from your recipients bill at the end of their stay.
• A credit card can be used to pay for a meal when they stay.
• Or if you know when they wish to stay, you can pay for the duration of their stay.

A quick phone call to us at 800 387 2244 ( Canada and the USA ) ( 1 705 635 2434 ) International, and our helpful staff will be happy to help you with your request or questions.



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Snow has arrived @ Algonquin Inn

Today we woke up to that first breath taking scene of snow. Six inches, not enough to play in yet, but it is a start. Dusting the trees like a seasonal greetings card.It won't be long now and the snowmobile trails will be groomed, the Algonquin Park will get the Cross Country ski trails set and the snow ploughs will be busy keeping highway 60, to our door open and safe. That is the beauty of the Algonquin Inn location and accommodations with gas stations both five minutes before and after us on high way 60, great for Cars and Snowmobiles alike. So don't be deterred by the snow, come and enjoy it!


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WINTER GETAWAYS @ ALGONQUIN INN

Winter is of course inevitable in Canada. There is no escape. But, there are many ways to enjoy it. At the Algonquin Inn we would like to help you enjoy it. For our part we will provide the perfect base, accommodations, Food and location. So, what is accessible from the Algonquin Inn you might ask:

Romantic Weekend Getaways

Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides, call ahead - Andersons Farms Huntsville Tel: 705 789 6146

http://www.algonquininn.com/rooms.php
Rates to fit everyones budget

Cozy fireplaces, whirlpool tubs for two, DVD players.

Algonquin Park just next door, if you like the outdoors or just want to drive through and take in the beauty of trees and lakes. With digital photography these days, everyone can return home with beautiful memories.

Fun Outdoor Getaways

Book for February 21st and try all things winter at the Algonquin Outfitters across the lake try the following for free while there, cross country ski instruction, snow shoeing, Dogsledding (705) 788 2828, igloos, ice fishing.

Rock Ridge Recreational ( Snow Tubing )
http://video.aol.com/video-detail/snowtubing-at-rock-ridge-recreation-park-huntsville-muskoka-ontario/3644227678
Tel: (705) 788 7275

Visit our website for further winter ideas


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Beatle Lake Trail - Next to Algonquin Inn

Wow, are we ever pleased to announce that finally there is a hiking trail next to Algonquin Inn for our guests to use. It is not an easy trail but well worth the effort. Offering a fantastic view of the Oxtongue Lake, as well as the peace and tranquility of the general area.

Here for your convenience is a map of the Hike. Our family has done it many times, so when you are here, if you have any questions .

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NEW YEARS EVE - ALGONQUIN INN STYLE

Traditionally, New Years Eve at the Algonquin Inn has been a quiet affair. Loud parties and the hustle and bustle and night life of the city is left behind. Guests seeking a peaceful and perhaps a romantic weekend, with friends and or a loved one is what it is all about.

Rooms with snowy lakeside views, a great New years Eve dinner in our Dining room followed by a ring side seat to fireworks over the lake.

If this sounds like the New Years Eve for you this year, book now to avoid dissapointment and get the room or suite of your choosing.

Menu

Starters
Salad - Garden - Raspberry Vinaigrette . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 6.99
Caesar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .$ 8.99

Appetizer
Large Shrimp Cocktail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 9.99

Entree
Cornflake Crusted Pickerel . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $22.99
Roasted Tomato, Wine Sauce

10 oz Black angus Centre Cut Steak . . . . . . . . . . . . .$26.99
Wild Mushroom Sauce and Onion Rings

7 oz Sirloin Steak with Sauteed Shrimp . . . . . . . . . .$26.99
Willd Mushroom Sauce

Seafood Pasta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . $24.99
Lobster meat, Crabmeat, Shrimp
and scallops

Vegetables with Noodles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$18.99
Served in a Tomato Sauce

Dessert

Plain Cheesecake with Mixed Berries. . . . . . . . . . . $ 7.95

Apple Pie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$ 5.25

Add Ice cream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . $ 6.95

Chocolate Mousse with Grande Marnie . . . . . . . . . $ 7.95

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Algonquin Park's Fall/Winter Art Exhibitions

Things to do in the next few months at the East Gate Visitor's Centre.


October 3 to November 2, 2008
"Mystery of the Park." This is the 16th season for this popular exhibition and sale of artwork by talented members of the East Central Ontario Art Association. See the beauty and grandeur of Algonquin through the eyes of the artists who paint the many moods and mysteries of the Algonquin wilderness.

November 4, 2008 to April 19, 2009 (winter weekends)
"Images of the Wild" is a selection of photographs by Norman Lightfoot illustrating Algonquin's wildlife and scenery. Most of the photographs were taken along trails and side roads accessible from Highway 60."Nature: Algonquin Style." Award-winning photographer Norm Jarvis became enraptured by Algonquin's unique wilderness and boundless beauty. Experience the Park's flora, fauna, and scenery through his countless photographic images.


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Thanksgiving Weekend

Looks like we will be doing the traditional Turkey Dinner on Sunday night, with the option of Stuffed Salmon. Topping it off with fall colours, and perfect weekend weather ! What more could we ask for. If you didn't book this year, be sure to mark your calendar for next year :)


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Photographers - Photo Workshops Algonquin Inn

This last week has been perfect for photography, Ethan Meleg certainly thought so and brought with him a photographic workshop to capture the fall colours, as well as Algonquin Park's misty sunrises and spectacular sunsets. Don't be surprised to see Ethan returning with other photographic workshops, if his schedule permits he has expressed an interest in returning to the park for more winter, spring and fall sessions.

The Algonquin Inn provided a meeting room on arrival, early morning continental breakfast, Dinner and clean comfortable accommodations.

A perfect and convenient location for the photo enthusiast who wants to visit and photograph the many and varied subjects provided by the Park's wonderful environment

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Fall Update September 17th, 2008

Well, the highway 60 corridor from Huntsville to the East Gate of the Park is showing a definite
turning of color. In fact the people in the know at the Algonquin Park who track these things believe it is at 30 %. On our homepage we are adding a link that you can click to be taken to the park webiste for an instant update prior to coming up. Please make sure that you call for reservations if you are planning more than a day trip however, as many of the small hotels and Inns close to the park are already full.


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FALL - Just around the Corner

Well, mornings are getting chilly, and evenings crisp. As everyone in Canada probably knows we have had a wetter than usual summer. This however, probably bodes well for fall color, evidence of which is starting to appear. We are no where near peak, but from our bookings it is becoming clear to us that you are beginning to think about this season. Here are a couple of pictures taken this week of the odd tree along the highway 60 corridor.

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Restaurant NEWS !

Our latest upgrade. Special BYOB License, and what this means to our guest is that you can bring your own bottle of wine to our dining room to enjoy with your meal at a charge of $ 10 (this is a corkage fee) it also means that you may take the remainder of your wine away with you should you be unable to fiinish it and be safe to drive. We still have wines that may be purchased onsite, but if you have a particular favorite please feel free to bring it !

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FALL - Another Beautiful Season In Algonquin

Summer got off to a very slow and wet start. But the end of August, has brought the kind of weather we were promised. Labor Day weekend has been absolutely glorious ! The weather forecast for the near future promises more of the same. Since we have had lots of rain and not the drought of the past couple of years, it bodes well for spectacular reds and oranges in this years' fall colors. Maybe even an Indian Summer ! We are not expecting too much are we?

I certainly don't think so, if you are still hankering for some great sunshine, canoeing, photography, hikes in Algonquin Park, why not give us a call and reward yourself with a short surprise getaway. We still have availability and if september is too soon, then how about Thanksgiving? Check out our online availability.

The Algonquin Park staff believe that the Fall Peak colors are from late September through early October.

Recommended Trails for the best views of fall color are;

- Hardwood Lookout

- Track and Tower

- Centennial Ridges

- Booths Rock

For those that are not up to long or strenuous hikes, colors can also be enjoyed just driving between the West and East Gates of Algonquin Park.

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Winter Hours East Gate visitor Center

The Algonquin Park has just advised us of their fall Schedule :

Algonquin Art Centre at Km 20
September 4 to October 18 2008 Open - DAILY - 10 am - 5.30 pm

Algonquin Logging Museum at km 54.5
September 4 to October 13, 2008 Open - DAILY - 9 am - 5.00 pm

Algnquin Park Visitor Center including bookstore and Restaurant Km 43
September 4 - October 13 Open - DAILY - 10 am - 6.00 pm
October 14 - October 26 Open - DAILY - 10 am - 5.00 pm
November 1 - February 1 Weekends ONLY 10 am - 4.00 pm



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Algonquin Inn Dining Room Closure

Our Dining room has been open and operating for Breakfast and Dinner Every day for the past two months, for maintenance purposes it will be closed for dinner on September 4th, 2008. Guests will be advised of this on booking their reservation/arrival and alternatives will be suggested. Dining Room will be open again the next day for breakfast and dinner as usual. Breakfast 8.00 am to 10.30 am Dinner 5.30 pm last order to the kitchen
7.30 pm


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WOLF HOWL - Algonquin Park

Every Thursday Night during August, if the Wolf Pack is located.

Posted at the West Gate on the morning of the Event. ( dogs are not permitted )

Guests are advised to be Early to the Open Air Theatre at the 35 km marker of the park (7.30pm) dressed warmly for a presentation on wolf ecology from Park Naturalist. It is also advised to have your car gas tank filled. Following this you will be following the staff by car and occasionally by foot. Be prepared to be away about 3 hours or so.

Thursday, August 9 2007

Wolf pack was located at the East Park Boundary

Total numbe of vehicles in attendance were 462

Estimated numbe of people, 1,848

Staff in attendance : 20

Due to Late finish of this event it is a great idea to be staying with us just 7 kms from the West Gate of the Algonquin Park, have an early supper in our dining room and then come home to a clean and comfortable room.

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Some Pictures Taken Around the Property

A Very determined Mother Turtle.

However, we did not think that this was the best place to lay her eggs. Once the deed was done she decided to cross the highway and go back to the lake that way. Confused or just tradition ? We do not know !

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FOR THE HORSE LOVER

Many guests come here hoping to go riding and in the past we had to send them almost an hour away to the east side of Algonquin Park.
We are now pleased to announce the opening of a new Venture within 5 minutes of the Inn.

ALGONQUIN HIGHLANDS TRAIL RIDING
Tel : 705 380 4456

$ 45 per person for 1 1/2 hours ( which includes a mandatory mini lesson )

Once a week they offer a 3 hour picnic ride which includes Henrietta's Bakery lunch.
Cost $ 150 per person , definitely book early as it is only once per week.

Riders under 10 unfortunately not permitted
Helmets are recommended and provided
Footwear with heels recommended ( NO Sandals )

OPEN MID JUNE TO THANKSGIVING !

To avoid dissapointment, please call well in advance.

This is just a brief overview for more info, just give them a call.




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Guided Walking Tours In Algonquin Park

Lots of our guest like to Hike Algonquin Trails independently, but for those who would like to join a guided tour, just follow this link, that gives great information http://www.algonquinpark.on.ca/programs.html


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Spring Photography In Algonquin Park

Our last couple of weeks have been very busy and exciting, photography enthusiasts filled the Inn. One of our groups came with Michael Reichman of Luminous Landscapes and Pulitzer Prize winning landscape photographer Jack Dykinga, who conducted a photography workshop on the Moose in Algonquin Park. Some other photographers came from Montreal Canada, Ireland, and the USA. They were a super crowd of people and their pictures were exceptional.o get out their with his camera too. To make things even better, the Moose seemed to be very co-operative and turn up most evenings conveniently on the side of Highway 60,
just five minutes before the Park.
Above are some pictures Hope you get a kick out of them and maybe it will inspire you to come stay with us and get some great pictures of your own.


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A Time for Moose, Birds, Sunshine, and The Algonquin Park

Well, it seems that it has been a while since I sat down and did an update on current events at the Inn.
The weather has been very changeable lately, however, this week things seem to be looking up. I can tell by the number of drive by guests coming in each day looking for quality accommodations close to the park. We really are just minutes from the Algonquin Provincial Park, and with the price of gasoline these days the Algonquin Inn is very convenient if you want to visit the park several times over a period of days.


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April 16th At the Algonquin Lakeside Inn

Wow, what a difference two weeks can make, sunshine today and 19 degrees. Spring has finally decided to show up and melt all the snow. The Lake is still mostly frozen but there are signs that we will soon be able to launch the canoes and kayaks from the beach !

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Moose Algonquin Park

May is the time when you see Moose and people alike heading out along highway 60 through Algonquin Park after the long winter. Our advice to our guests is sunrise or sundown for successful Moose watching. We got this excellent video from youtube !



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Things to Do for a Special Stay In 2008

Guests of the Algonquin Inn come for many different reasons;

• the Algonquin Provincial Park of course
• but if it is a romantic stay, Anniversary etc. there is always the Algonquin Theatre located in Huntsville, just 25 minutes east of the Algonquin Inn on highway 60.
• Opening June 1st is an Equestrian Trail Riding Stables, just within walking distance of our Inn. Reservations will have to be made prior to a guests arrival, and it will be on a cash basis as Credit card and ATM facilities will not be onsite.We will be posting more details as they come in !

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April 3rd, 2008

Finally some sunshine ! and temperatures above freezing at the Algonquin Inn. Could this mean Spring is just around the corner ?

Gary went out and took these pictures so that our previous guests and possilble future guests can take a look and see in real time what it is like here today !

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Discounted Algonquin Park Day Passes

Two years ago we began offering our guests who stayed with us two or more days the opportunity to buy one of our passes for a day at half the price charged at the Park Gate.

• This turned out to be a very popular program.
• The reason that we can only offer it to our guests staying two or more days is that the pass must be returned at the end of the day, so that it is available to our incoming guests.
• There is not an unlimited supply and therefore if we do not have any left, our guests will then have to purchase one at the gate.
• When a park pass is given out the guest will have a deposit of Cdn $ 100 added to their room charge and as soon as the pass is returned, this deposit is deleted from their bill.

We hope that our guests will enjoy this program this year also !

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Gift Certificates and Romantic Extras

Extras that can be ordered at the time of booking, or, for a friend or loved one who is staying with us, as a gift on their arrival.

In Room Flowers . . . $ 25.00

Chocolate Dipped Strawberries . . . $ 15.00

Cheese Tray . . . $ 20.00

Bottle of Wine . . . $ 22.95
( From select list )

Taxes Extra



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Packed Lunches - New for 2008

Hiking in Algonquin Park can really make you hungry. Wouldn't it be nice to know that you have a little something tucked into your back pack. Nothing too heavy, just a sandwiche, a bottle of water, a piece of fruit and perhaps a cookie or granola bar ?
With a days notice, we would be happy to arrange this for you, soon choices will be listed on our website and guests of the Algonquin Inn can, email their orders prior arrival or place an order while onsite for the next day. We do request notice so that we know how much supply ordering to do. Without notice choices will be very limited !



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Restaurant News

The Algonquin Inn is happy to display for the third year in a row,the Eatsmart Award. What this means to our guests :

- We ensure healthier food choices

- Cater to people with allergies and provide for healthy vegetarian appetites

- We have an excellent track record in food safety and there is at least one 'certified' safe food handler on staff

- Also our Dining Room is non-smoking environment

We do all this to assure our guests of our endeavours to review and retain these standards on a continued basis.

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Opening Soon ! April 1st, 2008

Don't wait too long and be dissapointed. Booking now for :

LONG WEEKENDS
SUMMER VACATIONS
FALL COLORS
CANADIAN THANKSGIVING

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Green Key Enviromental Award

The Algonquin Inn has recently applied to and received the HAC Green Eco-Rating Program award. Four Green Keys out of five were achieved. This means that we are constantly trying to meet environmental standards in our housekeeping, grounds keeping, energy usage etc. We endeavour to offer our guests quality services while at the same time being sensitive to our environment. After all, the majority of guests, from all corners of the world are here to experience the beauty and serenity of the Algonquin Provicial Park. We therefore request that such luxuries are used with consideration of our surroundings.i.e. air conditioning used while our guests are in residence. Our rooms do not have fridges or microwaves, but we encourage the use of cool boxes. We have an onsite dining room which provides breakfast and Dinners for our guests, and sandwhiches for lunch at the park. Canoes and kayaks are promoted as the vehicle of choice on Oxtongue Lake, as of course they do not pollute the water. These are small things but as we all know, if we all do a little bit, as a whole we can do great things. We hope that you will keep this in mind when you choose to come and stay with us, and feel inspired to continue by assisting us to be as environmentally friendly as we can.

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