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Call For Guest Bloggers
Do you have a fresh, interesting perspective on Canadian travel blogging? Do you have something to share with our audience? If so reply to our call for guest bloggers and get published! We would love to showcase your ideas about what makes a perfect visit to Brockville. Send your article and any questions to info@brockvilletourism.com for a chance to be featured here!
5 Things to do in September
Summer turns to fall, temperatures cool, and leaves begin to change… but that’s not all that’s happening this month! There are awesome events approaching, and fun things to do to make the most of the autumn season – from celebrating local arts and culture to picking your own produce! Check out the Lyndhurst Turkey Fair […]
5 Brockville Things to Do Before the Summer’s Through
There’s only a few weeks left of summer (officially), but there are still plenty of ways to soak up the last little bit of sunshine and warmth this year! Here are 5 ways to enjoy the weather and summertime feelings. Ice Cream is on the Menu Tonight The last few days of summer are sure to […]
10 Must Do Hiking Trails Within 45 Minutes from Brockville
Get back to nature on a peaceful hike through the region’s most beautiful and scenic trails. Call up your friends/family, grab your pup, or take some “me time” and enjoy the outdoors how you wish! Plus, don’t forget a few snacks, a water bottle, and in the summer, your bathing suit (you never know when […]
Ribfest is Back Town!
Big Brothers and Big Sisters Brockville Ribfest is officially back in town for another sunny summer weekend, full of live music, arm wrestling, fishing derby and yummy food, including ribs of course! Ribfest started on Thursday August 9th and goes in till Sunday August 12, and will be open from 11am to 11 pm and […]
Beat the Heat in Brockville
Don’t get us wrong, we love summer and warm weather… but it has been a hot one this past month! When it’s so hot outside that you can cook an egg or bake cookies in your car, it might be time to look for some activities that can help you cool down! Luckily, Brockville has […]
Are you Visiting Brockville? Use the Library like a Local!
Having fun isn’t hard, when you’ve got a library card! In partnership with the Brockville Public Library, the Brockville & 1000 Islands Tourism Office now offers library cards to our visitors! Simply stop by our visitor centre at 10 Market St. West to pick up your pass, and enjoy library card holder benefits! All you […]
15 Things to Do In July 2018
We can’t believe it’s already July, time sure does fly by! Therefore living in the moment and enjoying the right here, right now is crucial. Summer 2018 has already got off to a great start, and to keep the good times coming, this month is jam packed with summer fun activities, events and things to […]
Visit One of the Oldest Homes in Ontario, Homewood Museum
Photo by: Gordon Beck Written by: Russ Disotell, Brockville Blog Homewood Museum deserves a prominent spot on your summer itinerary. Located on the north side of Highway 2, east of Brockville near Maitland it is one of the oldest surviving homes in Ontario. The house was built by 1800 by a master stonemason, Louis Brière (Brilliere) […]
Summer’s Officially Here and We’ve Got Your Summer Essentials!
Today marks the official day of summer 2018, and we can tell it’s going to be a good one! To make sure you’re all set for these next couple months full of bright mornings, hot afternoons, and relaxing evenings, we’ve compiled a list of Brockville & River summer essentials. Official Brockville Visitor Guide Our guide […]