LEITRIM

 LEITRIM is a county of fine lake and mountain scenery and of good angling waters, with many attractions for the climber, the water, the cyclist and the boating enthusiast. One of its outstanding features is Lough Allen, the first of the River Shannon's great lakes. Part of the Lough forms the border with Roscommon. Internationally known for its fishing, particularly large pike, and the scenic beauty. The lake is accessible from the main roads for fishing, boating, swimming, picnicking and relaxing. The area north of the lake is mountainous, its highest point being just over 2,000 feet, while to the south the countryside is flat, dotted with small loughs. In Leitrim, a quiet county of unruffled lakes and waterways, the main centre of activity is the lively boating resort of Carrick-on-Shannon.

 Garadice Lake, Ballinamore * Carrick-on-Shannon * Lough Allen, Drumshanbo

Garadice Lake,Ballinamore One of the largest and most beautiful lakes in South Leitrim. One can spend enchanting hours amidst the ruins on its three well wooded islands, or enjoying their rich foliage and wild life. Nearby is the site of the ancient pagan shrine of Crom Cruach. For coarse fishing, boating or picnics, Garadice Lake has a charm and attraction of its own.

Carrick-on-Shannon The tiny capital of Leitrim, one of the least populated counties in Ireland, stands in a lovely spot on a tight bend of the River Shannon. The town’s location by the river and its proximity to the Grand Canal were crucial to Carrick’s development. They are also the main reasons for its thriving tourist industry. There is a colourful, modern marina, where private boats can moor in summer and boats are available for hire. 

OCONOMOWOC

 The resort community of Oconomowoc (incorporated as city in 1875) sits in the heart of Wisconsin's lake country. Lac La Belle and Fowler Lake are within the city's limit, with Oconomowoc Lake nearby. A walking tour leads to many of the city's restored mansions, a fieldstone train depot. Ole Evinrude, an Oconomowoc resident who invented the outboard boat motor in 1907, is the focus of an exhibit of early boat motors. Another Oconomowoc claim to fame is its setting for the 1939 premier showing of the movie, “The Wizard of Oz.”

 The only thing brighter than the Oconomowoc area's past is its future!

Boat Races on Lac Labelle, Oconomowoc

Named after the Potowatomi word for "where the waters meet" you will find two lakes in the heart of Oconomowoc that are separated only by a narrow strip of land. Fowler Lake and Lac La Belle not only offer natural beauty that can be admired from the shoreline whether fishing, relaxing on a park bench or while on a walk along the isthmus that separates them, but it  can also be enjoyed from the water.

For more information about the Oconomowoc area, visit City of Oconomowoc, WI

LAKE of the WOODS

 Ontario's second-largest inland lake boasts nearly 15,000 islands, 105,000 km of zigzagging shoreline and more peace and quiet than many people experience in a lifetime. Lake of The Woods holds attraction for visitors of all sorts in all seasons. For the fishing and hunting crowd, there are lots of island lodges and outposts camps - not to mention moose and muskie. For hikers and naturalists, there are cliffs and rocky hills, flocks of white pelicans and lone bald eagles. For water lovers, there are houseboats to charter and sailing regattas to win. And for everyone, there's fresh air, clear blue sky and the promise of a spectacular display of northern lights.

Lake of The Woods in the heart of Ontario wilderness

Lake of the Woods International Sailing Association Regatta. Nicknamed LOWISA, this seven-day excursion cruise and seven-day race among the 14,500 islands of the fabulous Lake of the Woods provides keen sailors with some of the finest cruising in North America. Probably the biggest inland regatta in America. Starts and finishes in Kenora: early August.

Ontario's Sunset Country

Destination Ontario

PORTAGE LA PRAIRIE

City of Possibilities

The town name goes back to la Verendrye's days, when it was a portage resting area between the Assiniboine River and Lake Manitoba. The small city is at the centre of some the richest crop land in Manitoba, and is a major food processing centre.

Island Park and Crescent Lake This scenic park is a horseshoe-shaped lake setting has a deer and waterfowl sanctuary with a large flock of Canada geese, golf course, tennis courts, picnic sites, canoeing and fairgrounds.

 

Poised gracefully over Crescent Lake is a R.C.A.F. T33 Jet Trainer. A gift of goodwill from the Air Force Base to the citizen of Portage. The Lake and Island park are a feature attraction for visitors to the area.

 

The Portage Arts Centre and Gallery is one of the best public galleries in rural Manitoba with new exhibitions monthly. The facility also features a gift shop, studios for classes and workshops and art rental program. 

 

City of Portage la Prairie 

OSHKOSH

The city that never stops eventing

With more than 1,000 events annually, there is always something happening in Oshkosh, Wisconsin's Event City. More than 500,000 spectators from 60 countries come to Oshkosh each year to take part in the world's largest aviation event, EAA AirVenture. Oshkosh is also home to the premier country music and camping festival in the nation, Country USA. Located on the western shore of Lake Winnebago, Oshkosh has an abundance of waterways and also offers world-class museums, art galleries, theater and musical productions and unique dining and shopping venues.

For more information, log on to visitoshkosh.com