"In the city, I lose my mind . . . in the Highlands, I find it."

Free Music Camp for Youth

The Haliburton County Folk Society has two spots for Haliburton youth to attend the Haliburton County Folk Society "Winter Folk Camp" on March 2-5, 2012 at Camp Wanakita. This is an excellent, unique opportunity for the selected young adults to experience the camp and benefit from the top instruction provided by our Artists in Residence in either guitar, choir, playing the blues, song writing, fiddle or ukulele. The weekend will include participation in the music classes, meals and evening concerts. This is a day camp participation pass. Overnight accommodation is not included. The winners will be chosen by the Folk Society by a random draw from the contest entries. To qualify, youth between the ages of 14 and 24 should submit a letter or email detailing their interest in music and their reasons for wishing to be e selected. Include your name, address, telephone number and age. Thank you to the sponsors of Winter Folk Camp for helping to make this experience for youth possible. The Haliburton County Folk Society is still accepting sponsors for this youth program. Entries must be received by February 3, 2012 and may be sent to the Haliburton County Folk Society, Attention: Trina West – Youth Division, at 1107 Steeplechase Dr., Algonquin Highlands, Ontario, K0M 1J1 or by email to info@haliburtonfolk.com. For more information see www.winterfolkcamp.com and www.haliburtonfolk.com.

Upcoming Events in Haliburton County

Visit our Events page for details about these and other Haliburton County events.

Various Dates - Great Highlands Winter Experiences - Try a little winter! Embrace the winter wonders of the Haliburton Highlands with a sampler of unique, fun, and active experiences including your choice of dogsledding, ice fishing, ice climbing, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, downhill skiing, skating, tobogganing, and a sleigh ride. For details on this and other great Highlands winter experiences, see www.yoursoutdoors.ca.
January 28 - Robbie Burns Night with the Haliburton Highlanders - Dancing, music, haggis and of course men (and ladies) in kilts. Try a wee bit of the Highlands!
January 29 - The Marigolds in Concert - Charismatic! Gwen Swick, Suzie Vinnick and Caitlin Hanford, three of Canada's top singer/songwriters, have combined their talents to form the Marigolds. Northern Lights Performing Arts Pavilion.
February 3 - Cross-Country Skiing with the Haliburton Highlands Land Trust - Seniors with cross-country ski equipment are encouraged to take advantage of AO Boatwerks' free on-site waxing clinic and participate in a group cross-country ski at the Dahl Forest. Participants will be introduced to the basics of cross-country skiing, including maintenance and safety.
February 3-5 - 4th Annual Scotty Morrison Charity Hockey Tournament - Fundraiser for Community Care. Enjoy ongoing hockey games in many divisions at both Haliburton and Minden arenas, admission by donation. The Stanley Cup will be present!
February 18 - Frost Festival - Dress for Haliburton's winter weather and chill with your community at the Annual Family Day Weekend event held in the beautiful village of Haliburton and its picturesque Head Lake Park. See www.frostfest.ca.
February 25 - Snowshoeing with the Haliburton Highlands Land Trust - Participants will be introduced to the basic equipment required for snow-shoeing, including maintenance and safety. There will be an opportunity to rent equipment provided by AO Boatwerks (through pre-registration) and to participate in a group snowshoe with local guide Thom Lambert. Location: Dahl Forest, 1307 Geeza Rd.
Until February 25 - Evidence - Photography Exhibit - Agnes Jamieson Gallery, Minden



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Promoting the Haliburton Highlands!

This summer, Ontario's Highlands Tourism Organization (OHTO) completed a pilot series video project. The video above, for the Haliburton region, features the Sculpture Forest, Haliburton Forest and Wildlife Reserve, Sir Sam's Ski & Bike, and Sir Sandford Fleming College. The OHTO will be using these videos on their website to promote the Haliburton Highlands.