It's that wonderful time of the year , when the trees are well on the way with the fall colour and there is now the classic early morning mist ,
caused by cool air moving over relatively warm lake water. With the clear, cool weather we have been enjoying lately, early mornings are now a photographer's and paddler's dream come true.
Today we woke up to our fist frosty morning , time to get out dust off the camera and get some classic early morning Misty shots...the best fall colours so far have been along the highway 60 corridor from here at the Algonquin inn on Oxtongue lake through the West gate of Algonquin Park to Smoke Lake.
It's great to see all the first emerging reds, oranges and yellow burst out against the backdrop of rich summer green.
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Showing posts with label Algonquin Park. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Algonquin Park. Show all posts
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Sunday, September 6, 2009
Algonquin Park’s Spectacular Dark Sky
Astronomy Workshop in Algonquin Park.
Algonquin Park’s Spectacular Dark Sky
September 26, 2009
4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, followed by observing
Algonquin Park, with its clear, dark sky, provides the ideal location for observing the Moon, planets, and stars. Join Francois van Heerden as he introduces you to the basics of observing, recognizing the constellations, and using star hopping to find the hidden treasures of the night sky. He will demonstrate the correct way to set up a telescope and provide you with information on how to get the very best out of binoculars and telescopes. Finally, the group will enjoy looking at the available objects through his 11" and 6" Celestron telescopes. View the surface of the Moon, Jupiter and other planets, and then amazing deep sky objects, from star clusters to distant galaxies.
Workshop instruction will include:
• Settng up a telescope, properly aligning and maintaining it
‐ do's and don'ts of buying a telescope
‐ starting with observing ‐ binoculars and telescopes
‐ viewing the Moon and planets
• An overview of the constellations and how to navigate using them
• Using a star chart and planesphere
• Understanding how to find objects with a telescope
Instruction will be followed by an exclusive viewing session, and every
participant will take home a planesphere and software DVD loaded
with a personal planetarium, tips and hints sheets, observing logs,
and more! Space is limited. Register early to secure your spot.
ABOUT FRANCOIS VAN HEERDEN
Francois van Heerden (‘Van’) has been a life member of the
Royal Astronomical Society of Canada, Toronto Centre since the mid‐1970's. He is an avid amateur observer who believes in sharing his hobby and providing entertaining presentations
interspersed with anecdotes from his own experiences.
HOW TO REGISTER
Pre‐registration required. To register for this workshop, or for more information, contact Sophie
Mazowita at the Algonquin Park Visitor Centre, (613) 637‐2828 ext. 227. When you call to register, please be ready to give a contact phone number, an e‐mail address, and a Visa or MasterCard number.
The cost for this workshop is $20.00 (including applicable taxes) for members of The Friends of
Algonquin Park. Non‐members pay $32.00 for the workshop and a one‐year individual membership.
The workshop includes a star chart (planesphere), a DVD loaded with stargazing software to get you started at home, instruction by Francois van Heerden, and an exclusive observation session with use of his telescopes and binoculars. All ages welcome.
www.algonquininn.com
e-mail stay@algonquininn.com
Algonquin Park’s Spectacular Dark Sky
September 26, 2009
4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, followed by observing
Algonquin Park, with its clear, dark sky, provides the ideal location for observing the Moon, planets, and stars. Join Francois van Heerden as he introduces you to the basics of observing, recognizing the constellations, and using star hopping to find the hidden treasures of the night sky. He will demonstrate the correct way to set up a telescope and provide you with information on how to get the very best out of binoculars and telescopes. Finally, the group will enjoy looking at the available objects through his 11" and 6" Celestron telescopes. View the surface of the Moon, Jupiter and other planets, and then amazing deep sky objects, from star clusters to distant galaxies.
Workshop instruction will include:
• Settng up a telescope, properly aligning and maintaining it
‐ do's and don'ts of buying a telescope
‐ starting with observing ‐ binoculars and telescopes
‐ viewing the Moon and planets
• An overview of the constellations and how to navigate using them
• Using a star chart and planesphere
• Understanding how to find objects with a telescope
Instruction will be followed by an exclusive viewing session, and every
participant will take home a planesphere and software DVD loaded
with a personal planetarium, tips and hints sheets, observing logs,
and more! Space is limited. Register early to secure your spot.
ABOUT FRANCOIS VAN HEERDEN
Francois van Heerden (‘Van’) has been a life member of the
Royal Astronomical Society of Canada, Toronto Centre since the mid‐1970's. He is an avid amateur observer who believes in sharing his hobby and providing entertaining presentations
interspersed with anecdotes from his own experiences.
HOW TO REGISTER
Pre‐registration required. To register for this workshop, or for more information, contact Sophie
Mazowita at the Algonquin Park Visitor Centre, (613) 637‐2828 ext. 227. When you call to register, please be ready to give a contact phone number, an e‐mail address, and a Visa or MasterCard number.
The cost for this workshop is $20.00 (including applicable taxes) for members of The Friends of
Algonquin Park. Non‐members pay $32.00 for the workshop and a one‐year individual membership.
The workshop includes a star chart (planesphere), a DVD loaded with stargazing software to get you started at home, instruction by Francois van Heerden, and an exclusive observation session with use of his telescopes and binoculars. All ages welcome.
www.algonquininn.com
e-mail stay@algonquininn.com
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
THIS WEEK IN ALGONQUIN PARK
We are asked by guests when they arrive at the inn if there are any organized events in the Algonquin Park during the period of their stay, and we can can provide them the current listing of events that the Park provides us.
But even better now the Park is now publishing the events on-line.......and in advance as well,
so our guests can plan ahead, as can be seen when you follow this link..
http://www.algonquinpark.on.ca/programs/thisweek.html
the list of events covers just about everything in the park from Bird walks/spotting with guides like Ron Tozar to movies at the outdoor theatre on bears etc,
check it out...
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e-mail stay@algonquininn.com
But even better now the Park is now publishing the events on-line.......and in advance as well,
so our guests can plan ahead, as can be seen when you follow this link..
http://www.algonquinpark.on.ca/programs/thisweek.html
the list of events covers just about everything in the park from Bird walks/spotting with guides like Ron Tozar to movies at the outdoor theatre on bears etc,
check it out...
www.algonquininn.com
e-mail stay@algonquininn.com
Friday, June 12, 2009
Algonquin Park Moose,
They are still here and easy to find.....found this one on the side of the road of highway #60,just inside Algonquin Park, as you can see a young Bull and the antlers are coming along almost to the point of being fully grown..When you travel the highway # 60 corridor between Huntsville, Muskoka and the Park keep your eyes open as they can appear anywhere on the route,but mainly in the park.
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e-mail stay@algonquininn.com
http://www.algonquininn.com/
e-mail stay@algonquininn.com
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
MNR patrol aircraft in Algonquin Park
you can tell summer is on the way when the MNR postion their Beaver Aircraft back on smoke lake,Algonquin Park, not only is it used for search & rescue but also to re position the rangers around the park.
it is common to see the plane land on a romote lake to drop off a ranger with his canoe.
it is common to see the plane land on a romote lake to drop off a ranger with his canoe.
Sunday, April 5, 2009
Moose there back !!!! in Algonquin park
today Sunday was a great Sunny day went for a drive in the park,knowing tomorrow will be snow flurries again,on the way back to Algonquin inn looking south on hwy 60 spotted two moose,just up from the mizzy lake trail a cow and a calf...first moose this year .
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Wednesday, March 19, 2008
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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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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e-mail stay@algonquininn.com
Sunday, December 30, 2007
A Lovely Surprise !
Currently, the Inn is closed to guests for the winter season. That
does not however, mean that we are not reachable to our previous and future guests. We are answering emails and returning phone calls for those who are not inclined to use the online booking system. Anyway, I digress, the surprise was a beautiful photograph of the Algonquin Lakside Inn, taken by one of our very thoughtful guests, who after returning to their home Germany, and was reviewing the vacation photos. On coming across this particular picture they decided to share it with us. We love it ! and wonder if there are any of our other previous guests who would like to share their photos taken while staying with us. They do not need to be of the Inn itself, we would welcome wildlife, our Chipmunks, which all guests of Algonquin Inn know we have a lot of, or the Hummingbirds, a picture of you outside the Inn, taking out a canoe, climbing Ragged Falls, we would love to add to our very new and at this time, small Online Gallery.
Send them to us at
stay@algonquininn.com we would love to hear from you .......
does not however, mean that we are not reachable to our previous and future guests. We are answering emails and returning phone calls for those who are not inclined to use the online booking system. Anyway, I digress, the surprise was a beautiful photograph of the Algonquin Lakside Inn, taken by one of our very thoughtful guests, who after returning to their home Germany, and was reviewing the vacation photos. On coming across this particular picture they decided to share it with us. We love it ! and wonder if there are any of our other previous guests who would like to share their photos taken while staying with us. They do not need to be of the Inn itself, we would welcome wildlife, our Chipmunks, which all guests of Algonquin Inn know we have a lot of, or the Hummingbirds, a picture of you outside the Inn, taking out a canoe, climbing Ragged Falls, we would love to add to our very new and at this time, small Online Gallery.
Send them to us at
stay@algonquininn.com we would love to hear from you .......
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