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Adventure Racing: Guats presents Logs Rocks & Steel Multisport Adventure from 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Frost Centre Institute (20130 Highway 35, Minden, K0M 2K0). Logs, Rocks, and Steel is an epic multisport race across the wild terrain of the Haliburton Highlands. Participants have two distances to choose from. The Frost Centre Course, which consists of a 4k paddle, 15k mountain bike, and 5k trail run. Or the Championship Course, which consists of a 16k trail run, 14k paddle, and 50k mountain bike. Courses will be fully marked (except for the paddling legs, where minimal navigation skills are required). Both routes are jaw droppingly scenic, amazingly challenging and at the end of it all, absolutely rewarding! The Championship Course will also serve as a qualifier for the Solo World Multisport Championships in New Zealand. For more information, visit http://logsrocksandsteel.com.

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Tours: Ecology Park presents Holiday Weekend Tours of the Ecology Park from 11 a.m. - noon at Peterborough Ecology Park (1867 Ashburnham Dr., Peterborough, K9L 1P8). Join Ecology Park staff for a guided tour of the park - a unique 5 acre showcase for land stewardship and ecological gardening. Learn how and why the park was created, and pick up some great gardening tips as you go!.

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Call for Volunteers: Trent University, the Ministry of Natural Resources, and the Kawartha Environment Centre presents Eco-building for Endangered Birds from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. at Camp Kawartha Environment Centre (2505 Pioneer Rd, Peterborough, K9J 7B8). Camp Kawartha Environment Centre is constructing a green chimney swift nesting tower the second weekend (and likely extending into the third week) of September. This is a great opportunity to learn about alternative building design, learn more about these special birds, and have fun getting dirty! Open to all ages, we welcome volunteers who can commit to some or all of construction days. For more information, email leahfinity@yahoo.com.

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Charity Golf Tournament: Epilepsy Peterborough & Area Golf Fore Epilepsy Charity Golf Tournament from 1 - 6 p.m. at Tamarac Golf & Country Club (155 Ennis Rd., Ennismore, K0L 1T0). Charity golf tournament, 4 person best ball scramble format Golf, Cart, prizes, lunch and more included. Tickets are $80 per person. For more information call (705) 876-0311.

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Golf Tournament: Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority presents the 3rd Annual Building for Change Golf Tournament beginning at 1 p.m. at Dalewood Golf & Curling Club (7465 Dale Road, Cobourg, K9A 4J7). The third annual fundraiser in support of the Ganaraska Forest Centre. Gun shot start at 1 p.m. Call Amy at (905) 885-8173 x235 for more information and to register. Tickets are $150/person or $600/team.

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Golf: Gamiing Nature Centre presents Second Annual Fundraising Golf Tournament from 11:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. at Tamarac Golf & Country Club (155 Ennis Rd., Ennismore, K0L 1T0). Held at the environmentally friendly Tamarac Golf and Country Club, this event includes 18 holes of golf, riding cart and dinner. It also includes two longest-drive contests and a closest-to-the-pin challenge. The awards presentation will be during dinner. Golf attire is required (collared shirts and slacks). No steel spikes are allowed on the course. The event will support Gamiing Nature Centre's Eco-Educational and Lake Stewardship Programs. Tickets are $100. For more information call (705) 799-7083 or email marketingandpromotion@gamiing.org.

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Run: The Terry Fox Foundation presents the Terry Fox Run beginning at 9 a.m. at Nicholls Oval (725 Armour Road, Peterborough, K9H 1Z8). This annual run raises money for cancer research through the Terry Fox Foundation, in memory of the young man who aimed to run across Canada in 1980 and died in 1981. Walk, run or roller-blade any distance from one to 10 kilometres. Registration cost is $10per person. For more information call (705) 740-2380 or (705) 799-6141.

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Mountain Biking: Wild Rock Outfitters and others present Paul's Dirty Enduro from 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Ganaraska Forest Centre (10585 Cold Springs Camp Road, Campbellcroft, L0A 1B0). Paul's Dirty Enduro is a mountain bike event for the entire family held annually in the Ganaraska Forest. There are four loops to choose from: 100k, 60k, 30k or 15k. There is also a kids' race too. This event is a suicide-prevention fundraiser for the Canadian Mental Health Association, in memory of Paul Rush, a mountain biker who knew and loved the Ganaraska Forest and all its wonderful trails and who took his own life in 1996. For more information, visit http://www.torontocyclist.com/bbc/pauls/ or email bbc@bloomfieldbicycle.ca.

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Lawn Bowling: Peterborough Lawn Bowling Club presents the Kaye Funeral Home Tournament from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Peterborough Lawn Bowling Club (577 McDonnel Street, Peterborough, K9H 2Y1). For more information call (705) 743-3202.

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Festival: The County of Haliburton presents the 8th Annual Hike Haliburton Festival in Haliburton. Come out and enjoy the beautiful fall colours in the Haliburton Highlands. Join us on September 24, 25 & 26 for the 8th Annual Hike Haliburton Festival. With a variety of hikes to choose from there is truly something to suit all interests, ages and abilities. All hikes are guided and free. Donations are appreciated. For more information call (800) 461-7677.

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Adventure Challenge: Evolve presents the Evolve Challenge at Camp Walden (38483 Highway 28, Palmer Rapids, K0J 2E0). A 3-day outdoor adventure challenge for high school students from across Canada which features an adventure race comprised of mountain biking, navigating, paddling and other components. Camp Walden is located 20 minutes east of Bancroft . The camp will be providing all of the accommodation, race and training facilities for the weekend. Tickets are $523.95 per team or $174.30 per individual team member. For more information call (416) 619-4521 or 1 (888) 222-5066 (toll free) or email info@evolvechallenge.com.

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Cycling: Wild Rock Outfitters presents its Bike Sale and Swap at Wild Rock Outfitters (169 Charlotte St., Peterborough, K9J 2T7). Wild Rock is hosting its bike sale and swap again. All remaining 2010 bikes will be on sale. If you are interested in selling your old bike, bring it to Wild Rock the week of Sept. 20th-24th and register it for the swap. If it sells, you'll get 100% store credit or 80% cash back. This is a great way to help pay for a new bike! Don't miss this day at Wild Rock. Lots of new and used bikes to choose from. For more information call (705) 745-9133.

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Open House: Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority presents the Ganaraska Forest Open House & Members' Day from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Ganaraska Forest Centre (10585 Cold Springs Camp Road, Campbellcroft, L0A 1B0). A free day full of fun activities including horse drawn wagon rides, face painting, tours of the Ganaraska Forest, arts and crafts, and much, much more! For more information, email info@grca.on.ca.

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Clinic: Wild Rock Outfitters presents a Kiting Clinic from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Elmhirst's Resort (1045 Settlers Line, Keene, K0L 2G0). Come and try out this new and exciting outdoor sport where people use kite power to glide on water, snow-covered fields, or frozen lakes. Parental supervision is required for persons under the age of 16 years. Kiting participants will learn to fly a trainer kite, which includes launching the kite, learning power and neutral zone areas of the kite, turning the kite left and right, keeping the kite in the air, and using the kite to propel you forward. This event is dependent on the wind. For more information call (705) 745-9133 or email jon@wildrock.net.

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Cycling: Wild Rock Outfitters and Elmhirst Resort present the Kawartha Fall Colours Cycle Tour. Enjoy two days of fantastic cycling featuring rolling hills, scenic views and the beauty of the Kawartha Fall Colours. Suit your own energy and interest levels each day by riding the full route of 100 km or the shorter option of approximately 50 km. Maps, food stations and support vehicles are provided along the way. Comfortable lakeside cottages featuring a wood-burning fireplace await you at Elmhirst's Resort on Rice Lake. The proceeds raised from the tour will be donated to the Kawartha Nordic Ski Club (KNSC) to assist with trail improvements and grooming expenses. Tickets are $125 - $350 (depending on package chosen). For more information call (705) 745-9133 (Wild Rock Outfitters) or (705) 295-4591 (Elmhirst Resort).

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Festive Night Hike: Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority presents Halloween Howl from 6 - 9 p.m. at Ganaraska Forest Centre (10585 Cold Springs Camp Road, Campbellcroft, L0A 1B0). Carve pumpkins, create Halloween crafts and go on a spooky guided night hike to get into the Halloween spirit! For more information, email info@grca.on.ca.

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Outdoor Activities: Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority presents Cross-Country Family Ski Day beginning at 10 a.m. at Ganaraska Forest Centre (10585 Cold Springs Camp Road, Campbellcroft, L0A 1B0). Join GRCA staff for a fun day of cross-country skiing. Two sessions are available, one at 10 a.m. and one at 1 p.m. Tickets are $8/person. For more information call (905) 797-2721 (or to register).

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Exhibition: Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority presents Owl Prowl from 7 - 9 p.m. at Ganaraska Forest Centre (10585 Cold Springs Camp Road, Campbellcroft, L0A 1B0). Come prowl through the Ganaraska Forest for owls! Enjoy a slide show and displays before venturing out on a guided night hike. Call (905) 797-2721 to register. Tickets are $15/family, $6/adult, or $4/child, senior or student.

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Festival: Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority, in partnership with Ganaraska Financial, presents Maple Syrup Day from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Ganaraska Forest Centre (10585 Cold Springs Camp Road, Campbellcroft, L0A 1B0). Settle in for a pancake feast and then take part in arts and crafts, go on a tour of the Ganaraska Forest or sit around an active campfire. Tickets are $20/family, $8/adult, $4/child, student or senior.

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Seasonal Fun: Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority presents Mother's Day Wildflower Walk from 2 - 3:30 p.m. at Ganaraska Forest Centre (10585 Cold Springs Camp Road, Campbellcroft, L0A 1B0). Take in the fresh spring air and enjoy the spring flowers on this guided walk through the Ganaraska Forest. Pre-registeration is required. Tickets are $10/family, $5/adult, $3/child, student or senior. For more information call (905) 797-2721.

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Festival: Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority, in partnership with Cameco, presents Ganaraska Forest Open House & Members' Day from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Ganaraska Forest Centre (10585 Cold Springs Camp Road, Campbellcroft, L0A 1B0). Horse-drawn wagon rides, arts and crafts, tours through the Ganaraska Forest, music, face painting, food and refreshments and much more make up this fun filled day! For more information email info@grca.on.ca.

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Berry Picking: Caza Berry Farm offers Berry Picking at Caza Berry Farm (Deer Bay Rd., Smith-Ennismore-Lakefield, K0L). Enjoy strawberries, raspberries and more. Open weekdays from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. and weekends from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Call (705) 657-8888 for conditions, starting in mid-late June.

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Berry Picking: Glover's Strawberry Farm offers Berry Picking at Glover's Strawberry Farm (14260 County Rd. 29, Warkworth, K0K 3K0). Pick-your-own berries, open Monday through Thursday 7 a.m. - 7 p.m., Friday and Saturday 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sundays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call (705) 924-3640 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. for conditions.

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Berry Picking: Johnston Farms offers Berry Picking at Johnston Farms (10704 County Rd. 28, Bailieboro, K0L 1B0). Pre-picked and pick-your-own berries. Open from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. weekdays, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. on weekends. For more information and picking conditions call (705) 939-1737.

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Berry Picking: The Little Family Farm offers Berry Picking at Little Family Farm (354 6th Line West, Campbellford, K0L 1L0). Pre-picked and pick-your-own berries. Open 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., seven days a week. Call (705) 653-1107 for more information and picking conditions.

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Berry Picking: The McLean Berry Farm offers Berry Picking at McLean Berry Farm (2191 16th Line, Buckhorn, K0L 2H0). Come for pick-your-own and pre-picked berries, as well as home-baking, homemade jams and more. Pick-your-own hours are generally 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. weekdays, and 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. The farm will open June 13. Call ahead for (705) 657-2134 for conditions.

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Berry Picking: O'Marra's Berry Farm offers Berry Picking at O'Marra's Berry Farm (1917 Stoney Lake Rd, Lakefield, K0L). Several varieties of pick-your-own or pre-picked strawberries and raspberries. Located at 1917 Stoney Lake Rd. To reach the farm, go north on Highway 28 to South Stoney Lake Rd. (County Rd. 6), then go east 15 km to Hall's Glen. O'Marra's is the last house before the church. For conditions and hours, call (705) 652-6433.

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Berry Picking: Ouse Valley Garden offers Berry Picking at Ouse Valley Garden (2498 4 Line, Asphodel-Norwood, Peterborough, K0L 3B0). Located 20 km east of Peterborough and 2 km north of Highway 7. The farm offers a variety of strawberries on six acres. Pre-picked strawberries available upon request. For hours and conditions call (705) 639-5887.

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Berry Picking: Burnham Family Farm offers Berry Picking at Burnham Family Farm (7834 County Rd 2, Cobourg, K9A 4J7). Pick your own strawberries with raspberries coming later.

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Berry Picking: Vanderwindt Farms offers Strawberry Picking at Vanderwindt Farms (4754 4th Line, Port Hope, L1A 3V5). Please call (905) 753-2214 for picking dates and conditions.

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Wakeboard Clinic: Throw it Down! (TID) and The Wake Institute presents All Girls Wake Clinic beginning at 9 a.m. in Bobcaygeon. Canadian Pro rider Erika Langman has teamed up with rider and editor of Throwitdown.ca Ally Boothroyd, to organize an all-girls wakeboard, wakeskate and wakesurf clinic tour across Ontario and Quebec. For more information call (705) 931-1616 or email info@throwitdown.com.

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Meeting: Peterborough Cycling Club hosts the Fight Night beginning at 6 p.m. at The Silver Bean Cafe (1 King St., Peterborough, K9J). Every Thursday night there is a weekly competitive ride that runs till Thursday September 9, 2010. The Rides will leave at 6:05 pm sharp from the Silver Bean, located in Millennium Park at the end of King Street. For more information please visit peterboroughcc.com ? .

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