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“Today’s decision helps lessen the budget pressure with minimal impact on service levels. There is library staff in place in Bethany and Kirkfield locations to help with core services such as permits and information, and they will continue as the personal presence for the municipality” comments Mayor Letham.One of the service centres now slated for consolidation is Bethany.
Devil's Elbow Ski Area,Bethany-with popular ski hills south of Omemee is open! Local skiers are thrilled!
Three of Devil's Elbow 11 slopes and two ski lifts are open in Bethany, Ontario.The three slopes currently open include: Grove an Intermediate slope,and two novice slopes: Sitzmark,and Bunny Run. Devil’s Elbow opened three weeks late this year,due to unseasonable conditions,so local skiers and snowboarders are thrilled that Devils Elbow is open.With a base depth of 30 cm,the snow surface condition is machine-groomed and granular. Devil's Elbow received about three centimetres of snow,and the cold weather is keeping skiers happy. Devil's Elbow, Bethany was closed Christmas Day and reopened this morning at 9:30am.Slopes will be open till 9:30am until 4:30pm daily until the end of the season in March. If you want to grab breakfast on the slopes,’The Grill’ opens at 8 am.Daily conditions can be found at www.devilselbow.com.
Skis,poles,boots,snow boards/blades,helmets,wrist quads and more are available at Devils Elbow through Parnell's Ski Services Limited.You can rent equipment by the day,or for three hours at a time.With it being extremely busy during the holidays,you may want to call ahead to find out availability.705 - 277-1038
Kawartha Ski and Snowboard School offers Ski Lessons at Devils Elbow Ski Area. Whether you're a first timer or a seasoned veteran they have an instructor who can help you improve your skiing skills. Their staff are C.S.I.A. certified and knowledgeable in modern teaching and skiing techniques.
Never skied before? let one of their instructors guide you through the exciting process of learning to ski. They will assist you in a safe and relaxed environment. They even guarantee first time skiers who take a private lesson will be able to link turns by the end of the lesson!
Intermediate skiers have a lot to gain from both private and group lessons. At this stage in skiing it is important to receive feedback from a qualified instructor so you can avoid developing bad habits, and get guidance for improving in the future.
Skied for years, but feel you've reached a plateau? Try a lesson with one of their Level III or IV instructors. You can break out of that rut!
Devils Elbow Ski Area, Bethany Ontario offers group rates,if yu book in advance. Group rates for the 2011-1012 season have yet to be posted,but give them a ring,at a 705 -277-2012 and tell them the Omemee Pigeon sent you-they may just give you an extra special deal-hey it’s worth a try!
Devil's Elbow's spacious two floor chalet provides all the conveniences in a relaxing atmosphere. Visit 'The Grill' located in the main chalet at Devil's Elbow. 'The Grill' a full service cafeteria offers a wide variety of hot and cold foods and snacks. “The Grill' serves breakfast daily from 8 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Devils Elbow Ski Area,is located at 878 Bethany Hills Road,
Bethany, Ontario Canada. See more details at www.devilselbow.com.
Horseback Riding, Horse Games, Crafts, Games, Tobogganing, Special Events, and Skating Trips will be offered January 2nd to 6th 2012, in Bethany for horse lovers ages 4 to 14. Children can attend the winter horse camp for either the whole week or part of the week, making it easy to fit in with your holiday plans. The Winter Holiday Horse Camp, which runs 9am to 4pm, also offers extended hours for those requiring a longer day.
Valerie Todd has been running Horse Lovers Day Camps for many years and programs fill up fast. Due to the popularity of her summer programs, Valerie is offering a Winter Holiday Horse Camp this year.
’Our summer programs are such a success, and enjoyed by children in the area.’shared Valerie adding: ‘I wanted to offer a winter camp for children to enjoy, a great Christmas gift! I hope to see new and old faces’
Horse lovers of all ages and abilities will enjoy the Horse Lovers Winter Wonderland Day Camp. Whether your child is a seasoned rider. or a horse admirer, there is lots of fun to be had at this winter day camp in Bethany where children can learn more about horses, gain confidence with horses, and enjoy other fun camp activities with a horsey twist to the day!
’I offer a camp that entails getting children involved with horses as well as offering other exciting camp activities.’ Ms.Todd explained adding:’The program seems to go over very well with children, giving horse lovers and horse admirers a wonderful camp experience’
Have lots of horse enthusiasts in your clan? Horse Lovers Winter Wonderland Day Camp offers multiple child discounts of $20 per child, so all your family can enjoy this unique holiday gift. Registration is due December 20, 2011. For contact information, please see the Kids Winter Holiday Horse Camp in the Omemee Pigeon Classifieds Section.