Learning Centres
Have you ever dreamed about learning how to master the high seas or saying "mush" to a lively team of sled dogs? Wished you had the time to brush up your photography or arts skills? Wanted to learn more about the ecology -- or about yourself? In North of Superior Country, the opportunities for learning are many and varied. For the water and adventure buffs out there, there are sea kayaking, canoeing and sailing lessons and if you just want to stand in the water and catch fish, you can get instruction in fly fishing. There are also numerous ecological education programs, arts classes and healthy lifestyle instruction. Vacation time is a wonderful time to learn something new so come to North of Superior and get learning!
| Amethyst Mine Panorama | |  Amethyst Mine Panorama is the largest deposit in North America. It was discovered in 1955 as a result of a road being built to the forest fire lookout tower (McTavish Tower) visible from the mine sight. Amethyst production started in 1960 and the mine has produced continuously since then.
The mine produces 40% usable amethyst by volume. A large digging area, open to the public, contains 20% usable amethyst and is the main source of pick your own amethysts. Open from May to October. | | |
| Naturally Superior Adventures | |  Naturally Superior Adventures paddling centre and Rock Island Lodge B&B are located on Lake Superior, 15 just south of Wawa. We have four rooms each with a private washroom and during summer we offer meals. On site activities include sea kayak/canoe instruction, eco-tours and guided trips extending from 1-14 days and designed for novice to advanced paddlers. Visit our website for more information. | | |
| Lake Superior Art Gallery | |  Lake Superior Art Gallery is located in one of Thunder Bay's heritage buildings, the F. W. Woolworth building, located at 605 East Victoria Avenue. The gallery role is to display visual art from around the Lake Superior region with a primary goal of providing a venue for regional visual artists to display and sell their art work. Locally written books about the Lake Superior Region
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| Nolalu Eco Centre | |  We welcome you to the house of the future, Nolalu Eco Centre B & B: N.Ontario's largest solar-& wind powered strawbale house. Stay a few days in one of our pleasant B&B rooms for a special getaway! See and experience for yourselves what it's like to live in a planet-friendly home comfortable, healthy and affordable. Enjoy the amazing quietness of Northern Lights Country. | | |
| Lakehead University Conference Services | |  For all your Special Events - Year Round facility rentals for conferences, workshops, meetings, retreats, reunions and weddings. Meeting space capacity for 15-2000 people. On-site catering, audio-visual equipment, video-conferencing, printing, graphics, chapel and accommodations.
Conference Services ensures that your event will be well planned, well organized and a success! | | |
| Founders Museum & Pioneer Village | |  Meet the people in this authentic early 1900's village - visit with the storekeeper, the teacher, the ticket master and many others as you wander through the Village. The pioneer village unique to Northwestern Ontario is a massive collection of artifacts displayed in realistic indoor and outdoor settings. Conveniently located on Hwy 61 just south of Thunder Bay, Ontario.
Join us and Take a Walk Through the Past | | |
| Lakehead Region Conservation Authority | |  The Lakehead Region Conservation Authority is a community-based environmental agency. We are responsible for the wise management of renewable natural resources in our watershed. Conservation Authorities undertake a broad range of programs, including: flood control; floodplain management; wetland protection; erosion control; reforestation; conservation lands; and conservation education. | | |
| Duke Hunt Historical Museum | |  The Duke Hunt Historical Museum features a pioneer kitchen display, spinning wheel, vintage bread maker, butter churns and wood stove. A replica of a turn-of-the-century school room is a favourite with visitors. A military display, early steam train memorabilia, farm machinery and more. Weekly entertainment and crafts are featured. | | |
| Norwest Sled Dog Adventures | |  A family-run business since 1987, we provide a friendly and unique experience into Dog Sledding. Take a wonderful ride in a sled as our Huskies pull you through a winter wonderland, or learn to drive your own team of sled dogs. All age and ability levels welcome. A great way to bring family and friends together. Come meet our family for a fun and fantastic Canadian outdoor winter adventure.
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| Rockhound Amethyst & Minerals | | | The Holliger family invites you to see why our customers always come back. We have a wide selection of unique gifts all hand made in our shop. Come and see our large assortment of Amethyst garden rock, beautiful Amethyst Clusters and mineral specimens from around the world. We are easy to find in the Village of Kakabeka Falls. | | |
| Thunder Bay Museum | |  The Thunder Bay Museum preserves, interprets and displays the vast and rich heritage of the city and surrounding area.
With artifacts and displays spanning 10,000 years, we offer visitors 3 floors of climate controlled galleries.
Something of interest for all ages. | | |
| Wabakimi Wilderness Adventures | |  Specializing in Wilderness Adventures to Wabakimi Provincial Park. Our highly experienced staff and guides will set you up with the trip of a lifetime! We're experts in custom canoe tripping and Outpost fishing trips focused on your enjoyment and safety. Contact our trip planning experts to design a Canadian Wilderness Experience that is perfect for you. | | |
| Wildwaters Canoe & Kayak Shop | |  Canoes / Kayaks, Rentals, Lessons & Tours
Wildwaters offers over 45 models of Kayaks and over 20 models of Canoes, available for hourly, daily or weekly rentals. We are conveniently located in the heart of Thunder Bay at our new McIntyre location.
Visit us at our new rental facilities located on the McIntyre River and enjoy a day paddling through beautiful park space. Rentals are available for on or off site use. | | |
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