Winter Activities

 FOR THE OUTDOOR ENTHUSIASTS

BATAWA LION'S CLUB OUTDOOR RINKS

Skate al fresco in Batawa - 6 outdoor lighted rinks. Once operational the rink hours will be daily 8 am - 8 pm  

Daily conditions of the rinks can be found at www.facebook.com/batawalionsclub   

There will be no skate & helmet rental program for 2021   

Please follow all social distancing measures and signage

Access to the washrooms will be open and masks are required (1 person at a time), however the front warming area will not be available. Washrooms will be open from 9 am - 8 pm.

The water fountain spout will be shut down, however the bottle filler will still be operational 

    Safety Measures

• The rinks will be open daily from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. weather permitting. Check https://www.facebook.com/batawalionsclub for conditions
• Maximum 20 people on a rink surface at one time
• Masks must be worn at all times
• Please check the live web cameras at www.batawalionsclub.com before leaving your house to ensure rinks are not busy
• Please spread out and respect physical distancing at all times
• Hockey sticks and pucks are allowed on rinks one and three, but no organized games or scrimmages are permitted at any time.
• Please limit your skating time to a maximum of two hours
• Do not move the benches or picnic tables
• Washrooms will be open. Only one person at a time in the washroom area (parents/guardians with children allowed)
• Volunteers and staff will be present at all times to monitor and clean facilities
• Failure to follow protocol will result in removal from the ice surface, and if needed, OPP enforcement

Places to get your Skates Sharpened 

Canadian Tire -  https://www.canadiantire.ca/en/store-details/on/trenton-on.store.html 

Riley Awards & Embroidery - www.rileys.ca 

Gear Fix Go - https://www.gearfixgo.com/ 

BATAWA SKI HILL - www.batawaskihill.com         

Due to current shut down regulations  -Opening February 12, weather permitting.

Please note: The Batawa Ski Slopes are not safe for tobagganing or hiking. Please never tobaggan on the hill and keep to the designated trails while hiking.

For future booking/lift information please consult www.batawaskihill.com. 

Bookings for skiing/snowboarding times can now be made online. Season pass holders can book on their website using the "BOOK NOW" button. Lift tickets can be purchased and booked by going to the WINTER tab  PASSES and LIFT TICKETS

*Social Bubbles can ride 2 per t-bar

*Mask and social distancing required

GO ACTIVE

Looking for a more structured activity. Check out Go Active to hook yourself up with private Snowshoeing and Hiking experiences.

Group Classes run 4 times a day for strength & conditioning. https://www.goactiveontario.ca/ 

Use Mind Body App to book https://www.facebook.com/goactiveontario/ 

FINA VISTA FARMS 

Try Horseback Riding at Fina Vista Farms

For more information check out their website https://finavistafarm.weebly.com/riding-options.html or go to their Facebook page for booking https://www.facebook.com/FinaVistaFarm

ICE FISHING

Once the Bay of Quinte freezes over, try your hand at ice fishing.

Don’t know where to start or want tips from the experts? Contact:

https://fishfindercharters.com/

FREE Family Fishing Weekend February 13 - 15th.

http://www.ontariofamilyfishing.com/

Renew licences at https://www.huntandfishontario.com/ 

Fishing Licenses are required and can be purchased at;

Front Street Variety

442 Front Street, Trenton

Lucky Plus Convenience & Gas            

22530 Loyalist Parkway, Trenton

MOTORIZED TRAILS

While Quinte West does not have motorized trails to ride your snowmobiles or ATVs on, The Hastings Heritage Trail is a four-season, multi-use recreational trail that follows an old railway line running through Hastings County. The Trail is open year-round and boasts a number of parking lots and access points along the route. The southern end of the trail is located in Glen Ross. A trail pass is required and can be purchased by visiting https://www.ofsc.on.ca/permits/ 

https://www.ontariotrails.on.ca/index.php?url=trails/view/hastings-heritage-trail-bancroft 

QUINTE WEST TRAILS

If you’re looking to go for a walk, Centennial Park Trails, Kiwanis Park (Ontario St) and the new Marina Waterfront Trail will be groomed on a regular basis (once the snow flies), and are more safe and suitable for walking.  https://www.quintewest.ca/en/your-community/trails.asp

QUINTE CONSERVATION TRAILS

Quinte Conservation trails are open every day all year, unless otherwise posted. Winter maintenance is not performed on the trails, but visitors are still welcome to cross country ski and snowshoe. We have posted signs regarding COVID-19 protocols. Essentially, keep a distance from other users. If the trail is not wide enough, take a step to the side and let the other person pass, no large gatherings etc. Find out more information about these trails at http://quinteconservation.ca/site/ 

Watch their website for Forest Therapy Events coming soon!

LOWER TRENT CONSERVATION           

Conservation Lands are open for public use but physical distancing rules apply. All buildings, washrooms facilities, outdoor picnic sites, benches and shelters are closed at this time. Guests visiting our conservation lands do so at "Your Own Risks". Please DO NOT litter - take your trash with you.  Conservation Areas within Quinte West for you to enjoy include; Sager Conservation Area, Bleasdell Boulder Conservation Area and the Trenton Greenbelt/Jack Lange Memorial Walkway.

GEOCACHING

Geocaching is an adventure in itself. What a great way to get out and get active with the family. There are tons of geocaches and earth caches in the area that families can hunt for.  Not familiar with geocaching? Search it up and get started. https://www.geocaching.com/play        http://www.ltc.on.ca/conservation/geo/