It is one jam-packed weekend of fun for those lucky enough to be in Huntsville. In addition to our usual awesomeness, Huntsville is playing host to a number of special events this week. Here is a run down of what’s going on.
Rotary Dockfest
The 4th annual Rotary DockFest takes place Saturday July 9, from 8 am to 4 pm, along Huntsville’s historic downtown waterfront. The day gets started with a pancake breakfast at River Mill Park beginning at 8 am. The parade of specially decorated bathtubs will begin making its way down the Main Street at 11 am. The first of three heats begins at noon with bathtubs furiously racing through obstacles on the Muskoka River as they make their way to the finish line.
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The event will have something for everyone. There will be a Rotary BBQ, beer tent, arts and crafts for the little ones, as well as a bouncy castle and various other activities for kids. There will also be live music, creating the perfect atmosphere for a day of fun and excitement along Huntsville’s waterfront.
Art Splash
Art SplashA free fun-filled afternoon of interactive arts and crafts for kids of all ages happens in River Mill Park on Saturday as well, from 11 am to 2 pm. Staff of Camp Tawingo’s Day Program put on the event in support of the Festival of the Arts.
IronKids
Calling all kids from 3 years to 14 years of all abilities! Be a part of all of the festivities at the Ironman Muskoka celebrations! Saturday, July 9th registration starts at 8:30 AM. Starting at the Corner of Main & Centre Street in scenic Huntsville, the running distances are 500m (3 to 6 year olds at 10:10 AM) & 1 km (7 to 10 year olds at 10:15 AM) and 1 km (11-14 year olds at 10:20 AM). Costs $20 in advance, $25 on race day. Each IronKid will receive a t-shirt & finisher’s medal. To register visit www.spectatorinfo.ca
The Limberlost Challenge
The sixth annual Limberlost Challenge takes place this Saturday July 9 at the Limberlost Forest and Wildlife Reserve. This picturesque race offers 14km, 28km, and 56km distance events. The race is capped at 500 participants and there are a few spots still available.
The Limberlost Forest and Wildlife Reserve is the trail runner’s dream with its challenging terrain that takes runners alongside pristine lakes, through a wetland with its tier of beaver dams, up and over some steep inclines and either tiptoeing or splashing through the occasional creek or mud hole.
The Limberlost Forest and Wildlife Reserve is on South Limberlost Road,
halfway between Huntsville and Dwight. Google Map
Watch this video and be inspired.
Ironman 70.3 Muskoka
When Ironman comes to town there’s more than just a triathlon to get excited about.
There is a full slate of ancillary events planned for the July 9 Subaru Ironman 70.3 weekend. Everything from Yoga on the water to a kids zone will be held in the area.
The schedule includes:
Saturday July 9
6 am – 8 pm Free SHUTTLE SERVICE between Huntsville’s downtown and Deerhurst Resort
7 am – 10 am Muskoka COFFEE DOCK Swim at the Town Dock
8 am – 11am ROTARY PANCAKE BREAKFAST at River Mill Park
10am – IRONKIDS RACE at Main and Centre Streets
11am – 4pm ROTARY DOCKFEST BATHTUB PARADE & RACES at River Mill Park
4:30 pm – 6:30 pm WATERSIDE YOGA at River Mill Park
Sunday July 10
10 am – 5 pm Free SHUTTLE SERVICE between Huntsville’s downtown and Deerhurst Resort
11 am – 4 pm IRONMAN RACE – run course on Main Street
11 am – 4 pm KIDS ZONE ON on the corner of Main Street and Brunel Road
11 am – 4 pm WATERSIDE YOGA at River Mill Park
11 am – 4 pm CHAMP CHATS (Fast and Female) at Riverside Park
Fast and Female
Fast and Female is in Huntsville on Sunday, July 10 for a one-day only celebration alongside the Ironman 70.3 Muskoka. Open to girls between the age of 8 to 18, Fast and Female includes multi-sport fitness stations, yoga, dance and an inspirational chat with Olympic gold medalists Dara Howell and Jennifer Jones.
Myke Malone, General Manager of the Ironman 70.3 Ancillary Events committee, said Fast and Female is about creating a positive supportive environment for girls in sport. “The mission of Fast and Female is to keep girls healthy and active,” said Malone. “This program gives them leadership skills and a foundation to be healthy and active for the rest of their lives.” Studies show that girls drop out of sports at six-times the rate of boys in their early teens.
The cost to take part in Fast and Female is $30. All participants receive an L.L. Bean T-shirt and a Fast and Female poster signed by the Olympians. To register or for more information visit www.fastandfemale.com. The Fast and Female program will run from 11 am to 3 pm around Huntsville’s downtown.
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