Ontario’s first mountain coaster offers an exciting new downhill adventure at Blue Mountain. The coaster will take riders on an exhilarating trip through the escarpment’s varied terrain and thrilling glades for over a kilometre downhill. The driver takes control of their own speed travelling down the track with access to a manual brake, providing speeds of up to 42 km/h. Take a scenic ride down the mountain to enjoy views of Georgian Bay and the Niagara Escarpment, your trip will be one to remember! Guests ride to the top of the Glades area and descend to the bottom of Grand Central Lodge; Elevated cart track 1-6 metres off the ground; Riders can sit one or two people per cart and control their own speed; Carts slide over bumps, twist through corkscrews and zigzag through the trees of the glades; Mountain Coaster can run in most weather conditions — even in winter!

108 Jozo Weider Blvd., Blue Mountains ON L9Y 3Z2
T: 705.445.0231

Welcome to our most exciting season yet... our 2011-2012 dance season marks the fifth year anniversary of Collingwood School of Dance Inc! You can always count on inspiring and educational dance classes at CSD! Our professional faculty is dedicated to helping you make dance class the highlight of your week. Collingwood School of Dance Inc is known for its high standards in quality dance education, large facility and organized friendly faculty. We are committed to providing quality dance education and believe in steady, concentrated progression from one level to the next. We will make every effort to find the class that is best suited for your goals. Whatever your age, abilities or aspirations, we have a class that is perfect for you. We offer a wide variety of programs for children and adults in the dance styles of Cecchetti Ballet Exams, Classical Ballet, Musical Theatre, Lyrical, Jazz, Tap, Pointe and Hip Hop for beginner through advanced levels. On behalf of the faculty of Collingwood School of Dance Inc we sincerely hope that you make dancing a part of your life.

20 Balsam Street, Collingwood ON L9Y 4H7
T: 705.321.0175

Holy Crow Beads is a shop/gallery and teaching studio in the country just west of Collingwood and south of Thornbury. Whether you want to shop for beads, take a class, buy beaded jewellery or simply look around Holy Crow Beads is really something special. There are well over 200 samples of beaded jewellery and wall art. Coming to Holy Crow is not only wildly colourful but also a unique beaded experience. The staff is friendly, helpful and extremely knowledgeable. Everyone agrees that it is well worth the drive and you'll leave feeling so glad that you came.Click here to view our youtube video.

R.R.1, Clarksburg ON N0H 1J0
T: 519.599.5697
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Highlands Nordic is located on the Niagara Escarpment, Highlands Nordic hosts amazing views of Georgian Bay and bountiful nature. Enjoy 25km of ski trails, single track trails for racing and programs, and an 8000 square foot lodge complete with cafeteria, meeting rooms, pro-shop, rentals, and more. 6 km of trails, separate from the skiing network, wind through the picturesque forests of the Niagara Escarpment. Several open areas give breath taking views of Wasaga Beach and the lowlands area. Our Rental Shop offers a full size range of boots, skis, and poles, for both classic skiing and skate skiing. We can outfit any age of skier from 3 years to 103 years. We also rent baby gliders for the age 2 and under crowd. Try something new with your family this winter!

1182 10th CON, Duntroon ON L0M 1H0
T: Toll Free: 1 800 263 5017 or 705 444 5017

Elephant Thoughts kids’ education charity runs the coolest science eco camps in the universe. We excite kids about pursuing science, ignite their imaginations, encourage environmental stewardship and expose them to fascinating aspects of science and nature. Call Veronique at 705-444-2012 ext 201 to register.
ET’s goal is to enable an improvement in the standard of living in the Developing World and Aboriginal Communities where we are involved by providing a quality education for children. Locally, from special events programs, the ET store in Nottawa, kid’s camp programs and birthday parties we strive to deliver the best in educational programming.

4318 Country Road 124, Collingwood ON L9Y 3Z1
T: 705.444.2012

Come on in to paint & play…Add some colour to your day! There’s hands-on fun for everyone in our cool and colourful pottery painting studio. Enjoy some relaxed creative time transforming ready-to-paint pottery pieces into amazing works-of-art. Pieces can be glazed & kiln fired to a brilliant, durable, food-safe finish or done as Make & Take projects finished on the day. Our friendly, creative staff is here to help you every step of the way! We offer Kid’s Pottery Painting Birthday Parties, Ladies Nights, Seasonal Programs and Classes, plus every Friday night is Family Fun Night – a great opportunity to hang out with your family and have loads of creative fun together! Drop-ins welcome. Sunday–Thursday 10-7pm, Friday–Saturday 10-9pm

170 Jozo Weider Blvd., The Blue Mountains ON L9Y 3Z2
T: 705.444.0888

The Collingwood Gymnastic Club provides physical activity programming, combining recreational gymnastics with healthy life-style and wellness activities for all ages in a positive, stimulating, safe fun environment which contributes to the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual development of the individual. All programs and activities will be conducted by Ontario Gymnastic certified coaches and other health/wellness accredited professionals.Click here to view our Holiday Camps.

20 Balsam Street, Unit 13, Collingwood ON L9Y 4H7
T: 705.293.0659

Cranberry Golf Resort offers a wide variety of weekly kids camps in different interest areas and for different age ranges during the summer months. If you are aged between 3 and 16, come spend your summer with us and create wonderful memories. With 750 acres of Mother Nature, we offer more than enough room for you to explore with friends. With a different selection of activities to choose from, there is always something to do. As campers work and play together, they build close bonds and learn the value of compromise and teamwork. Lunch is included.

19 Keith Avenue, RR#4, Collingwood ON L9Y 49T
T: 705.445.6600

Way beyond tutoring - Oxford Learning Collingwood offers students a happy learning environment where they can improve their academic skills and build the confidence they need to succeed in school. Offering programs for pre-school through grade 12, Oxford teachers work to capitalize on a student's strengths and work on strategies to improve areas of weakness. Whether building on the basics of language or math, or improving study skills with high school students, your child will become a self-assured learner and believe in their ability to take on any new challenge in school.Click here to to listen to our radio commercial.

336 Hume Street, Collingwood ON L9Y 1W3
T: 705.445.6022

After 16 exciting summers in Collingwood, Explorations Green is also in Wasaga Beach this summer! Campers will enjoy new weekly themes as they spend their days outdoors cycling, swimming, river trekking, connecting with the community, creating eco-art, playing games, and learning about nature through exploration and dynamic outdoor activities. In Wasaga Beach, campers aged 6-10 will take off from the Trails Centre to discover Wasaga’s trails and natural spaces. In Collingwood, Explorations Green is offered to campers aged 4-14 including an exciting new program for 11-14 year olds focusing on leadership, survival skills, adventure team building, active challenge games, and friendship! Under the guidance of trained counsellors, campers discover the different relationship between people and the environment while experiencing numerous ways to enjoy nature. REGISTER for an exciting experience with Explorations Green Summer Day Camp.

44 St Marie St, Collingwood ON L9Y 3K1
T: 705.446.0551

Whether you’re an aspiring pro or just starting out, you’ll find the perfect program at Monterra Tennis indoor facilities. With five omni courts housed in a large temperature-controlled dome, Monterra is the ideal place to keep your swing in shape during the fall and winter months. We also have clinics and membership options available for all ability levels. New this season! Sign up a brand new member, and receive 5 additional hours of court time for you and your friend. 2011-2012 Monterra Tennis memberships on sale now with Early Bird pricing available until September 30, 2011, so don’t miss out!. Check out our options for kids tennis camps on our website. Monterra Tennis is located at Blue Mountain Resort. For more information call 705-445-0231 ext. 6480 or visit bluemountain.ca.

108 Jozo Weider Blvd., Blue Mountains ON L9Y 3Z2
T: 705.445.0231 x 6480

Minds Alive offers a wide selection of toys, crafts and books for children of all ages. Owners Janet and Jeff Weersink have filled the store with toys that are educational and fun for every age group and interest including: infant and baby, dolls, pretend and play, craft kits and supplies, outdoor and active play, science and building, books, games and puzzles for all ages. Some of brands carried by Minds Alive include; Thomas the Tank Engine, Lego, Melissa &Doug, Lamaze, Manhattan Toy, Think Fun, Creativity for Kids, Webkinz, Ravensburger, Alex, Callico Critters, Playmobile and SmartLab

27 Hurontario Street, Collingwood ON 
T: 705.445.6222