Passport Stops

Passport Stop #1 - Candle Shop
Miller Lake

Adventure Passport Stop #1 has become one of the icons on the Bruce Peninsula: the Candle Shop at Miller Lake. This famous-smelling shop has been in existence since 1966, and has developed a worldwide reputation for having high quality and unique candles. Stay awhile and see just how the candles are made.

The Passport box is located at the front of the Candle Shop. GPS Coordinates: 81• 24’ 8.84” W 45• 5’ 55.37” N

Activities

• Spend the night at one of the 4 fantastic campgrounds
• Try your luck at catching some perch, walleye or pike
• Catch dinner and a story at Voyageur Storytelling
• Bring your camera, you might just spot some snakes, birds, or even a bear!

Festivals and Events

• Bruce Peninsula Orchid Festival – June
• Cape Croker Pow Wow – August
• Peninsula Art Show (Lion’s Head) – August
• Bruce Peninsula Hiking Festival – September

Passport Stop #2 - Fen Boardwalk
Oliphant

Located along the shores of Lake Huron, Adventure Passport Stop #2 is an open, grassy wetland that is home to various species of wild orchids, carnivorous plants, and a wide variety of wildlife. The boardwalk was built by the Owen Sound Field Naturalists, and contains various interpretive panels to learn about this unique ecosystem. Please stay on the boardwalk, as this wetland is extremely sensitive!

The Passport box is located along the boardwalk. GPS Coordinates: 81• 16’ 41.44” W 44• 44’ 34.01” N

Activities

• Try skim-boarding or kite-boarding on Lake Huron
• Build a sand castle at Sauble Beach
• Visit Canada’s most famous weather prognosticator, Wiarton Willie
• Get your adrenaline pumping at Sauble Speedway

Festivals and Events

• First day of summer – June
• Shore to Shore Run and Wiarton Rotary Fair – August
• Sauble Beach Sandfest – August
• Wiarton Fall Fair – September

Passport Stop #3 - Flag Pole
Southampton

Look up! Adventure Passport Stop #3 is located at the giant flag pole flying an enormous Canadian flag on the main street of Southampton. Home to three working lighthouses, Southampton is proud of its marine heritage. Here you can also find the Bruce County Museum and Cultural Centre, the Southampton Art School, and a beautiful sand beach.

The Passport box is located at the Flag Pole. GPS Coordinates: 81• 22’ 36.47” W 44•29’ 51.76” N

Activities

• Take a boat tour to Chantry Island
• Indulge in Gerry’s Fries on the beach
• Visit the Wooly Mammoth exhibit at the Museum
• Rent a canoe or kayak and paddle on the Saugeen River

Festivals and Events

• Cruise Night – every Thursday from May-Sept
• Rotary Huron Shore Run – June
• Canada Day Fireworks – July
• Saugeen Pow Wow – August

Passport Stop #4 - Ducks Unlimited Viewing Tower
Macgregor Point Provincial Park

With MacGregor Point Provincial Park known as a migratory route for birds during spring and fall, the Ducks Unlimited Viewing Tower is a fantastic place to spot hundreds of different species. The park, located on the Lake Huron coast is also home to various species of wildlife. Look closely and you might see deer, beavers, or even a fox! Admission fees apply.

The Passport box is located at the Viewing Tower. (southern edge of the park) GPS Coordinates: 81• 29’ 41.85” W 44• 23’ 46.69” N

Activities

• Take a dip in Lake Huron
• Bring your binoculars to find birds and other wildlife
• Check out the trails right in the park
• Spend the night in a yurt.

Festivals and Events

• Huron Fringe Birding Festival – May & June
• Bruce Power Beach Party – July
• Big Band Celebration – September
• Pumpkinfest – October

Passport Stop #5 - Hose Tower
Paisley

Adventure Passport Stop #5 is often referred to as the “Paisley Lighthouse”. It is actually a 19th century fire hose tower. Located near the Saugeen and Teeswater rivers, this beautifully restored historic building is an icon in the Village of Paisley.

The Passport box is located at the main entrance. GPS Coordinates: 81• 16’ 19.25” W 44• 18’ 21.32” N

Activities

• Go camping at Saugeen Bluffs CA
• Shop downtown Paisley
• Bike at the Brant Tract

Festivals and Events

• Rotary Jamboree – May
• Voyageur Days – June
• Art Walk – August
• Beef Fest – August
• Heritage Farm Steam Show – August

Passport Stop #6 - Jumbo Beach Chairs
Kincardine

Grab your swimsuits and sand buckets and spend the day at the beach! Climb up onto the JUMBO beach chairs at Station Beach, a.k.a. Adventure Passport Stop #6. The gentle slope makes it an ideal spot for the youngsters. The beach is located close to the main street, the harbour, and a playground.

The Passport box is located on one of the Jumbo Chairs. GPS Coordinates: 81• 38’ 27.55” W 44• 10’ 32.76” N

Activities

• Visit the newly restored Patty Walker House
• Play a round of golf at one of four local courses
• Try some road cycling along the shoreline
• Catch a performance at the Bluewater Summer Play House

Festivals and Events

• Camp at Inverhuron Provincial Park
• Visit the historic lighthouse and Walker House
• Take a leisurely stroll along the boardwalk and watch the sunset
• Discover the Bruce Power Visitor Centre

Passport Stop #7 - Lewis/Lions Park
Ripley

Located at the four corners is Adventure Passport Stop #7, Lewis/Lions Park. Ripley is also known as the ‘Hub of Huron’ as it is located almost in the centre of the Municipality of Huron-Kinloss. The local residents take a lot of pride in their village, just attend one of their celebrations and you’re sure to have a great time!

The Passport box is located in the Park. GPS Coordinates: 81• 34’ 39.87”W 44• 4’ 17.09”N

Activities

• Climb Point Clark Lighthouse
• Tour Pine River Cheese factory
• Make your own pottery or stained glass at local shops
• Hike along one of the nature trails

Festivals and Events

• Teddy Bear Picnic – July
• Ripley Artisans Festival – August
• Ripley Fall Fair – September
• Christmas in the Park – November

Motorcycle Required Stop

Tennyson's Yamaha Underwood - You must get this stop in addition to the other 6 to qualify

GPS Coordinates: 44d 18’ 46.06”N 81d 28’ 48.34”W

Passport Adventure Stop #8

Clue: Take a hike in the National Park on the Bruce Trail W of ‘Boulder Beach’ and the ‘Grotto’. The stop is ‘hanging’ around. Be prepared for a 1-3hr hike from head of trails. Admission fees apply.

GPS Coordinates: 81• 32’ 7.45”W 45• 14’ 48.91”N

Passport Adventure Stop #9

Clue: Your stop can be found located at the ‘government dock’ in this cottage community that rhymes with ‘Tires’ on Georgian Bay.

GPS Coordinates: 81• 20’ 12.31”W 45• 9’ 47.57”N

Extra Clue: 45d 8’ 16.16”N 81d 20’ 1.01”W

Passport Adventure Stop #10

Clue: Find the historical stone building located in Tara where you will find cell phones and your next stop.

GPS Coordinates: 81• 8’ 46.46”W 44• 28’ 49.60”N

Extra Clue: 44d 29’ 22.61”N 81d 15’ 13.36”W

Passport Adventure Stop #11

Clue: Follow the Teeswater River to this small community located upstream of Pinkerton. The Greenock and Brant Community Park is home to your next stop.

GPS Coordinates: 81• 14’ 54.65”W 44• 11’ 37.61”N

Extra Clue:44d 10’ 10.37”N 81d 18’ 33.63”W

Passport Adventure Stop #12

Clue: Head to the historic brewery in one of “Canada’s Prettiest Villages.” (Don’t forget to pick up a case of Bruce County Premium Lager or 10W30).

GPS Coordinates: 81• 0’ 12.55”W 44• 4’ 29.34”N

Extra Clue: 44d 7’ 9.37”N 80d 59’ 55.42”W

Passport Adventure Stop #13

Clue: At the lights in Mildmay you will find your next stop. Ontario’s best butter tart, the Artesian Well, and the Cheese Haus await you.

GPS Coordinates: 81• 7’ 9.28”W 44• 02’ 32.19”N

Extra Clue: 43d 58’ 26.93”N 81d 4’ 48.83”W

Bonus Punches

Still need your bonus punch? Look for one of these vehicles touring around the Bruce this summer:

• Walkerton Toyota FJ Cruiser
• 101.7 The One Honda Ridgeline
• 94.5 The Bull Mustang
• 98 The Beach Community Cruiser
• Country 93 Community Cruiser
• Bayshore Broadcasting News Cruiser
• Bruce Peninsula Tours Bus