The birds are singing, the snow is melting, and the days are getting longer – it must be March Break!
While the kids are looking at the week-long celebration with eager anticipation, mom and dad might have some concerns about how to fill the time. Fear not, there are a number of activities taking place this year for those who are looking to get out of the house, and others who may want to stick close to home.
SDG is home to many outdoor amenities, like the Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary, Summerstown Trails, sugar bushes and even a barnyard zoo. Virtual activities are also being planned.
Before heading out the door, it’s best to check with individual event organizers to confirm that space remains available, and to ensure a better understanding of any COVID-related protocols.
Upper Canada Migratory Bird Sanctuary
Daily snowshoe and ski rentals from 12-4 p.m.
- Monday, March 14 is ’Learn to paint with acrylics’ for ages 6+. 2 classes at 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. Morning class suitable for ages 6-8. $10 per child. Registration required.
- Wednesday, March 16 view paintings on Facebook ‘ Be a junior Birder’, ages 5+, two guided sessions at 10:30 a.m. and noon, $5 per child, registration required.
- Thursday, March 17, Tagwi Secondary School will be holding a Maple Syrup demonstration in the afternoon.
- Friday, March 18, Toonie craft day, Simple crafts to try and take home, drop-in between 12-4 p.m., all ages $2.
To register: e-mail info@friendsofthesanctuary.org. Include child’s name, age, which activity, which session and contact information. https://www.facebook.com/FOS.UCMBS/
Summerstown Trails
Full Week Rentals of skis and snowshoes for March Break
Summerstown Trails is home to over 20kms of Skiing and Snowshoeing trails, 10kms of machine groomed Fat Biking Trails, as well as numerous trails for Boot Walkers, there is something for everyone!
Visit: https://www.facebook.com/SummerstownTrails for more details on conditions and rentals.
Vanderlaand The Barnyard Zoo
March Break farm visits
Visit Farmer Ruth and all her animals this March Break at Vanderlaand The Barnyard Zoo! They will be open daily from 11am – 3pm, cost of admissions is $10 (cash) and feed for the animals can be purchased as well!
For further details, and to ensure they are open before your trip visit: https://www.facebook.com/vanderlaandTheBarnyardzoo
Trading Post Studio
March Break kids workshop
On March 17th kids will have a chance to participate in a workshop where they will create a fun bunny!
For details and to register visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/377870847203089?active_tab=about
Sand Road Maple Farm
Fresh Maple Syrup
Sand Road Maple Farm is sure to delight with a 75 acre mature forest, a majestic large pine lodge, and pure Canadian maple syrup. Maple syrup season has begun, and you can visit Sand Road for the best authentic Canadian Maple meal you’ve ever had! Open Saturdays & Sundays from 9am – 3pm.
Visit them at: https://www.facebook.com/SandRoad
SDG Libraries
All branches are open
Stop by for a visit, and pick up some books for March Break or even take some time to do a simple activity, craft, or colouring page!
You can visit and of the South Dundas Library Branches (Iroquois, Morrisburg and Williamsburg) who are partnering with South Dundas Fire and Emergency Services to provide “loot bags” which will contain items and activities for children with a “Sparky” and age-appropriate fire safety theme. Bags will be available during library hours while supplies last.
You can also join the SDG Library team online for some fun activities:
- Cool Cat Club: Tune in to the Library’s YouTube channel and join the Cool Cat Club as they demonstrate simple crafts, games, activities, and book recommendations that the whole family can enjoy. A new video will be posted each day, https://www.youtube.com/user/sdgcountylibrary
- Catch that Gnome: Throughout March we are running our first virtual escape room. Start your hunt at your local SDG Library branch by picking up a decoder and continue the chase by completing the online form on our website, https://sdglibrary.ca/catch-that-gnome. Designed for the whole family, this is a virtual puzzle chase where hopefully you won’t get trapped by the gnome!