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SPRING 2011 - SUMMER 2011 | 1 Sky’s the Limit Ontario Air Shows 8 The Great Taste Escape Visiting Ontario’s Craft Brewers 15 Destination Discovery Ontario’s Farmers’ Markets 23 Theatre & Entertainment A Few Theatre Highlights 30 Toronto Zoo Life Beyond the Neighbourhood 34 Summer Cycling Super Summer Rides 36 roammagazine.ca Your FREE Guide to Affordable Family Fun in Ontario SPRING & SUMMER 2011

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The latest issue of ROAM is here. Learn about the best things to see, savour and save on in Ontario. This issue covers a ton of great features including: Ontario's Ale Trail, the Freshest Farmer's Markets, Cycling Trails and High Flying Fun at Ontario's Air Shows. All of these fantastic articles are dedicated to making you want to get out there and start Roaming Ontario!

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    Skys the LimitOntario Air Shows 8

    The Great Taste EscapeVisiting Ontarios Craft Brewers 15

    Destination DiscoveryOntarios Farmers Markets 23

    Theatre & EntertainmentA Few Theatre Highlights 30

    Toronto ZooLife Beyond the Neighbourhood 34

    Summer CyclingSuper Summer Rides 36

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    Your FREE Guide to Affordable Family Fun in Ontario

    SPRING & SUMMER 2011

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  • ExEcutivE Editor: Geoff Hogarth (Pioneer)GuEst Editor: Marilyn Meston

    [email protected] Editor: Kim Hoang (Pioneer)Art dirEctor: Elwira WozniakWritErs: Tyrone Burke

    Linda CarolanBrian JacksonMarilyn MestonBhavisha MorphetRich Munro

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    our covEr: Getting ready for a day in the sun.

    Spring & Summer is really all about Renewal. With the return of warm weather to Ontario (finally!), we renew our connection to the Great Outdoors. We renew relationships with family and friends and the places we love as we escape to favourite destinations or weekend getaways. And like true pioneers, we renew the wanderlust within us to venture off the beaten path to find the most amazing farmers market or microbrewery. It is also a time for renewal at Roam Magazine. Emerging from the depths of our own winter hibernation, our team has returned to first principles in order to relaunch Roam Magazine. This issue is sporting a bold new look and is packed with engaging features and lively happenings across Ontario. We believe we have made it better for you and your family with more exciting travel destinations, more useful travel tips and more fabulous offers to enhance your travels throughout the province. Aimed at the young and young-at-heart, Roam encourages you to Get out there!In this edition, we feature the awe-inspiring Air Shows of Ontario, and we have combed the province for the freshest in farmers markets. You can choose from dozens of scenic biking routes in the nations capital, or take your family down the 401 to visit the celebrated Toronto Zoo. If entertaining at home is more your flavour, pair our profile of Ontario Craft Breweries with our BBQ recipes.I would urge you to keep Roam Magazine someplace handy (like in the glove compartment of your car) to plan wonderful family outings or spontaneously explore someplace new. You can also visit our Roam website at roammagazine.ca for other great travel destinations and adventures.I am really proud of the work that we have done and I hope our pocket-sized magazine will help you and your family get the most out of Spring and Summer of 2011.Happy Roaming!Sincerely,

    Tim HogarthPresident & CEO Pioneer Petroleums

    a message from our President and Ceo

    Roam Magazine is published by Phillip Fourie Publishing, for and on behalf of Pioneer Energy LP (Pioneer). Opinions expressed in the articles appearing in this magazine are those of the authors and Pioneer does not necessarily share those opinions. Pioneer does not endorse third parties who advertise in this magazine or their products and services. Pioneer has not undertaken any independent confirmation that data and facts appearing in the magazine (including, for example, dates and places for any events) are accurate and the reader should independently confirm all such infor-mation. The publisher and/or Pioneer Petroleums and their respective affiliates shall not be liable for any damages or losses, however sustained, as a result of the reliance on or use by a reader or any other person of any information, opin-ions or products expressed, advertised or otherwise contained in this magazine. All of the information contained in this magazine is subject to change without notice, including, for example, product specifications and prices, and event dates and locations. All Pioneer trade marks appearing in this magazine (including the trade marks Roam Magazine, the word Pioneer and Pioneer Bonus Bucks) are owned by Pioneer Energy LP and when used by a third party are used under license from Pioneer Energy LP.

    2011 No part of Roam Magazine may be reproduced in any format, for whatever use, without the express written ap-proval of the Pioneer Energy LP.

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  • ExEcutivE Editor: Geoff Hogarth (Pioneer)GuEst Editor: Marilyn Meston

    [email protected] Editor: Kim Hoang (Pioneer)Art dirEctor: Elwira WozniakWritErs: Tyrone Burke

    Linda CarolanBrian JacksonMarilyn MestonBhavisha MorphetRich Munro

    iLLustrAtor: Frank BaileyPubLishEr: Phillip Fourie

    [email protected]

    PionEEr EnErGY1122 International Blvd, Ste 700Burlington, OntarioL7L 6Z8pioneer.ca

    AdvErtisinG sALEs:

    Mark TylemanMarketing Manager, Albanese [email protected] 526 0067 x 12

    Mark TharmeBusiness Development Sales Manager,ROAM [email protected] 905 526 0067 x 19C 905 962 2207

    our covEr: Getting ready for a day in the sun.

    Spring & Summer is really all about Renewal. With the return of warm weather to Ontario (finally!), we renew our connection to the Great Outdoors. We renew relationships with family and friends and the places we love as we escape to favourite destinations or weekend getaways. And like true pioneers, we renew the wanderlust within us to venture off the beaten path to find the most amazing farmers market or microbrewery. It is also a time for renewal at Roam Magazine. Emerging from the depths of our own winter hibernation, our team has returned to first principles in order to relaunch Roam Magazine. This issue is sporting a bold new look and is packed with engaging features and lively happenings across Ontario. We believe we have made it better for you and your family with more exciting travel destinations, more useful travel tips and more fabulous offers to enhance your travels throughout the province. Aimed at the young and young-at-heart, Roam encourages you to Get out there!In this edition, we feature the awe-inspiring Air Shows of Ontario, and we have combed the province for the freshest in farmers markets. You can choose from dozens of scenic biking routes in the nations capital, or take your family down the 401 to visit the celebrated Toronto Zoo. If entertaining at home is more your flavour, pair our profile of Ontario Craft Breweries with our BBQ recipes.I would urge you to keep Roam Magazine someplace handy (like in the glove compartment of your car) to plan wonderful family outings or spontaneously explore someplace new. You can also visit our Roam website at roammagazine.ca for other great travel destinations and adventures.I am really proud of the work that we have done and I hope our pocket-sized magazine will help you and your family get the most out of Spring and Summer of 2011.Happy Roaming!Sincerely,

    Tim HogarthPresident & CEO Pioneer Petroleums

    a message from our President and Ceo

    Roam Magazine is published by Phillip Fourie Publishing, for and on behalf of Pioneer Energy LP (Pioneer). Opinions expressed in the articles appearing in this magazine are those of the authors and Pioneer does not necessarily share those opinions. Pioneer does not endorse third parties who advertise in this magazine or their products and services. Pioneer has not undertaken any independent confirmation that data and facts appearing in the magazine (including, for example, dates and places for any events) are accurate and the reader should independently confirm all such infor-mation. The publisher and/or Pioneer Petroleums and their respective affiliates shall not be liable for any damages or losses, however sustained, as a result of the reliance on or use by a reader or any other person of any information, opin-ions or products expressed, advertised or otherwise contained in this magazine. All of the information contained in this magazine is subject to change without notice, including, for example, product specifications and prices, and event dates and locations. All Pioneer trade marks appearing in this magazine (including the trade marks Roam Magazine, the word Pioneer and Pioneer Bonus Bucks) are owned by Pioneer Energy LP and when used by a third party are used under license from Pioneer Energy LP.

    2011 No part of Roam Magazine may be reproduced in any format, for whatever use, without the express written ap-proval of the Pioneer Energy LP.

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    SKYS THE LIMITby Rich Munro

    THE GREAT TASTE ESCAPEby Chris Talbot

    DESTINATION DISCOVERYby Linda Carolan

    THEATRE & ENTERTAINMENTby Marilyn Meston

    TORONTO zOOby Marilyn Meston

    SuMMER CYCLINGby Tyrone Burke

    wIN wITH OuR ROAM SuMMER SIzzLER CONTEST!

    STRETCH TIPSby Bhavisha Morphet

    ONTARIO SuMMER EVENTS & ATTRACTIONS

    CAR TECH: LIVE THE KNIGHT RIDER DREAMby Brian Jackson

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    THE GREAT TASTE ESCAPEby Chris Talbot

    DESTINATION DISCOVERYby Linda Carolan

    THEATRE & ENTERTAINMENTby Marilyn Meston

    TORONTO zOOby Marilyn Meston

    SuMMER CYCLINGby Tyrone Burke

    wIN wITH OuR ROAM SuMMER SIzzLER CONTEST!

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  • SONIC BOOOOOOOOOOM!! Mixed with the crowds cheers, the Ontario summer sky will be lled with the best air performances in Canada and the US, and promise to excite and thrill participants and spectators alike. Whether you are an avid air show enthusiast or just someone who enjoys a good aerial spectacle, Ontario`s air shows promise to deliver. The 2011 schedule includes shows taking place throughout the summer and fall seasons, all across Ontario.

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    Hamilton Air Show June 18 19The Hamilton air show runs from June 18-19. (Purchase advanced tickets and save a few dollars.) Gates open at 9:00 a.m. with show events starting at 2:00 p.m. This year Hamilton is playing host to Arrival Day and Hangar Partyon the 17th from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. that will surely set the stage for a great weekend. Put on by the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum, the entire show will feature vintage aircraft and will be a forerunner of a much larger show next year celebrating the CWHMs 40th anniversary.

    Great Lakes International Air Show (St. Thomas) - June 24 26The 2011 Great Lakes International Air Show, in the picturesque town of St. Thomas, is another well organized, high energy, family oriented event. From historic war birds to modern defence aircraft, accompa-nied by vintage armour and current military vehicles, this years event allows spectators and military enthusiasts alike to enjoy the photo and learning opportunities, with the roar of a wide range of aircraft overhead. The show will feature the Canadian Forces Snowbirds, the CF-18 and Canadian Forces Skyhawks Team, coupled with demonstra-

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  • SONIC BOOOOOOOOOOM!! Mixed with the crowds cheers, the Ontario summer sky will be lled with the best air performances in Canada and the US, and promise to excite and thrill participants and spectators alike. Whether you are an avid air show enthusiast or just someone who enjoys a good aerial spectacle, Ontario`s air shows promise to deliver. The 2011 schedule includes shows taking place throughout the summer and fall seasons, all across Ontario.

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    Hamilton Air Show June 18 19The Hamilton air show runs from June 18-19. (Purchase advanced tickets and save a few dollars.) Gates open at 9:00 a.m. with show events starting at 2:00 p.m. This year Hamilton is playing host to Arrival Day and Hangar Partyon the 17th from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. that will surely set the stage for a great weekend. Put on by the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum, the entire show will feature vintage aircraft and will be a forerunner of a much larger show next year celebrating the CWHMs 40th anniversary.

    Great Lakes International Air Show (St. Thomas) - June 24 26The 2011 Great Lakes International Air Show, in the picturesque town of St. Thomas, is another well organized, high energy, family oriented event. From historic war birds to modern defence aircraft, accompa-nied by vintage armour and current military vehicles, this years event allows spectators and military enthusiasts alike to enjoy the photo and learning opportunities, with the roar of a wide range of aircraft overhead. The show will feature the Canadian Forces Snowbirds, the CF-18 and Canadian Forces Skyhawks Team, coupled with demonstra-

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  • tions of KC-135 Stratotanker and C-130 Hercules xed-wing assets and the HH-65 Dolphin utility helicopter. Perhaps the most engaging exhibits in St. Thomas in June are the small arms, military vehicle and artillery displays, which will allow for great photo opportunities and the chance to learn and ask questions regarding the best the Canadian Forces have to oer. These activities can provide hands-on experience and a better understanding of our militarys capabilities and technologies, and of Canadas peacekeeping missions abroad.

    Waterloo Aviation Expo and Air Show August 20 21The 2011 Waterloo Air Show is shaping up to oer a line-up of top performers. Showcasing an aviation enthusiasts dream with both air and on-the-turf exhibits and demonstrations, this years show promises to deliver a day of discovery and wonder, as the

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    whether you are an avid air show enthusiast or simply a recreationalist who enjoys a good show, Ontarios 2011 shows promise to deliver!!!

    Eric Dumigan is a third generation photographer with a passion for aviation. Each summer Eric and his wife Bernadette cover the Ontario airshow circuit for several international magazines. His work can be viewed at www.airic.ca

    Canadian Forces Snowbird and Skyhawk (Parachute) teams partner with the U.S Air Force. Along with the demonstrations overhead, spectators will be able to see the CF-18 and F-16s and many additional aircraft. The Waterloo show features several educational ground displays with knowledgeable presenters as well as interactive family activities and performances. An abundance of photo ops and food concessions make the weekend fun and worthwhile for the whole family.

    Windsor International Air Show September 3 5The Windsor International Air Show takes place September 10 and 11 with a theme this year of Supporting Our Military Families. Photo opportunities will be available and observers will see

    the CF-18 Hornet Demonstration Team from the Canadian Forces along with many other current and historic military craft. There will also be more than 100 vehicles on display all weekend from vintage cars to lovingly restored military vehicles, courtesy of the Canadian Transportation Museum.

    For the young and the young-at-heart, there are many more air shows and events planned this summer across Ontario including Sarnia, Orillia, Guelph and Trenton, where participants will again have the opportunity to take photos and ask questions, while enjoying the sights and scenes of rural and urban Ontario communities. Air show sta and demonstrators are always eager to share their knowledge and discuss their many experiences.

    So pack a picnic and bring the lawn chairs and camerasOntario air shows are ying high!

    Rich Munro, OCT is an Ontario teacher with a passion for military and Canadian History. Rich is extensively involved with coaching both football and hockey, and he looks forward to continuing to develop his writing craft; he is currently writing several short stories and opinion pieces.

    AIR SHOWS INONTARIO

    June 4 5: 8 Wing CFB Trenton Open House Trenton, ONcfbtrenton.com/openhouse

    June 18: Classic Air Rallye Ottawa, ONightworks.ca

    June 18 19: Hamilton Airshow, ONairshow.warplane.com/hamilton-airshow-2011.aspx

    June 24 26: Great Lakes International Airshow, ONgreatlakesinternationalairshow.ca

    June 29: Snowbirds Demonstration Sarnia, ONsnowbirds.dnd.ca/v2/index-eng.asp

    July 31: ABC Gathering Kincardine, ONabcgathering.ca

    August 6 - 7: Gathering of Classics Edenvale, ONclassicaircraft.ca

    August 20 21: Lake St. John Splash-In Orillia, ONorilliaaviation.com

    August 20 21: Waterloo Airshow Waterloo, ONwaterlooairshow.com

    September 3 5: Canadian International Airshow Toronto, ON - cias.org

    September 10 11: Windsor International Airshow Windsor, ON - winairshow.com

    September 11: The Great War Flying Museum Brampton, ON - greatwaryingmuseum.com

    September 17-18: Tiger Boys Fly-In Guelph, ONtigerboys.com/openhouse.html

    September 18: Battle of Britain Ottawa, ON

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    Fuelling your passion to conserve and preventing climate change requires out-of-the-box thinking.

    Thats why GridSmartCity is testing Canadas rst zero emission, all electric SUV in Burlington Hydros eet.

    To help power the truck, which runs solely on electricity, Pioneer Energy made a landmark EV Charging Station installation at one of its Burlington locations.

    Students from Waterloo University are studying how the vehicle performs, while engineers from several area utilities are evaluating how it needs to interact with the electricity system.

    Its all towards the goal of unleashing the potential of the Smart Grid and, ultimately, smarter green energy choices for customers.

    The GridSmartCity Pure Electric Vehicle Demonstration showcases new charging technology by Eaton Electrical and Smart Grid engineering by Elster Canada.

    In GridSmartCity, utilities, smart grid innovators, and customers, explore opportunities for self healing grids, conservation programs and the emergence of renewable energy all in the context of community energy planning.

    Shaping a SmartEnergy Community

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  • tions of KC-135 Stratotanker and C-130 Hercules xed-wing assets and the HH-65 Dolphin utility helicopter. Perhaps the most engaging exhibits in St. Thomas in June are the small arms, military vehicle and artillery displays, which will allow for great photo opportunities and the chance to learn and ask questions regarding the best the Canadian Forces have to oer. These activities can provide hands-on experience and a better understanding of our militarys capabilities and technologies, and of Canadas peacekeeping missions abroad.

    Waterloo Aviation Expo and Air Show August 20 21The 2011 Waterloo Air Show is shaping up to oer a line-up of top performers. Showcasing an aviation enthusiasts dream with both air and on-the-turf exhibits and demonstrations, this years show promises to deliver a day of discovery and wonder, as the

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    whether you are an avid air show enthusiast or simply a recreationalist who enjoys a good show, Ontarios 2011 shows promise to deliver!!!

    Eric Dumigan is a third generation photographer with a passion for aviation. Each summer Eric and his wife Bernadette cover the Ontario airshow circuit for several international magazines. His work can be viewed at www.airic.ca

    Canadian Forces Snowbird and Skyhawk (Parachute) teams partner with the U.S Air Force. Along with the demonstrations overhead, spectators will be able to see the CF-18 and F-16s and many additional aircraft. The Waterloo show features several educational ground displays with knowledgeable presenters as well as interactive family activities and performances. An abundance of photo ops and food concessions make the weekend fun and worthwhile for the whole family.

    Windsor International Air Show September 3 5The Windsor International Air Show takes place September 10 and 11 with a theme this year of Supporting Our Military Families. Photo opportunities will be available and observers will see

    the CF-18 Hornet Demonstration Team from the Canadian Forces along with many other current and historic military craft. There will also be more than 100 vehicles on display all weekend from vintage cars to lovingly restored military vehicles, courtesy of the Canadian Transportation Museum.

    For the young and the young-at-heart, there are many more air shows and events planned this summer across Ontario including Sarnia, Orillia, Guelph and Trenton, where participants will again have the opportunity to take photos and ask questions, while enjoying the sights and scenes of rural and urban Ontario communities. Air show sta and demonstrators are always eager to share their knowledge and discuss their many experiences.

    So pack a picnic and bring the lawn chairs and camerasOntario air shows are ying high!

    Rich Munro, OCT is an Ontario teacher with a passion for military and Canadian History. Rich is extensively involved with coaching both football and hockey, and he looks forward to continuing to develop his writing craft; he is currently writing several short stories and opinion pieces.

    AIR SHOWS INONTARIO

    June 4 5: 8 Wing CFB Trenton Open House Trenton, ONcfbtrenton.com/openhouse

    June 18: Classic Air Rallye Ottawa, ONightworks.ca

    June 18 19: Hamilton Airshow, ONairshow.warplane.com/hamilton-airshow-2011.aspx

    June 24 26: Great Lakes International Airshow, ONgreatlakesinternationalairshow.ca

    June 29: Snowbirds Demonstration Sarnia, ONsnowbirds.dnd.ca/v2/index-eng.asp

    July 31: ABC Gathering Kincardine, ONabcgathering.ca

    August 6 - 7: Gathering of Classics Edenvale, ONclassicaircraft.ca

    August 20 21: Lake St. John Splash-In Orillia, ONorilliaaviation.com

    August 20 21: Waterloo Airshow Waterloo, ONwaterlooairshow.com

    September 3 5: Canadian International Airshow Toronto, ON - cias.org

    September 10 11: Windsor International Airshow Windsor, ON - winairshow.com

    September 11: The Great War Flying Museum Brampton, ON - greatwaryingmuseum.com

    September 17-18: Tiger Boys Fly-In Guelph, ONtigerboys.com/openhouse.html

    September 18: Battle of Britain Ottawa, ON

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    Visit GridSmartCity.com

    Fuelling your passion to conserve and preventing climate change requires out-of-the-box thinking.

    Thats why GridSmartCity is testing Canadas rst zero emission, all electric SUV in Burlington Hydros eet.

    To help power the truck, which runs solely on electricity, Pioneer Energy made a landmark EV Charging Station installation at one of its Burlington locations.

    Students from Waterloo University are studying how the vehicle performs, while engineers from several area utilities are evaluating how it needs to interact with the electricity system.

    Its all towards the goal of unleashing the potential of the Smart Grid and, ultimately, smarter green energy choices for customers.

    The GridSmartCity Pure Electric Vehicle Demonstration showcases new charging technology by Eaton Electrical and Smart Grid engineering by Elster Canada.

    In GridSmartCity, utilities, smart grid innovators, and customers, explore opportunities for self healing grids, conservation programs and the emergence of renewable energy all in the context of community energy planning.

    Shaping a SmartEnergy Community

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    tions of KC-135 Stratotanker and C-130 Hercules xed-wing assets and the HH-65 Dolphin utility helicopter. Perhaps the most engaging exhibits in St. Thomas in June are the small arms, military vehicle and artillery displays, which will allow for great photo opportunities and the chance to learn and ask questions regarding the best the Canadian Forces have to oer. These activities can provide hands-on experience and a better understanding of our militarys capabilities and technologies, and of Canadas peacekeeping missions abroad.

    Waterloo Aviation Expo and Air Show August 20 21The 2011 Waterloo Air Show is shaping up to oer a line-up of top performers. Showcasing an aviation enthusiasts dream with both air and on-the-turf exhibits and demonstrations, this years show promises to deliver a day of discovery and wonder, as the

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    whether you are an avid air show enthusiast or simply a recreationalist who enjoys a good show, Ontarios 2011 shows promise to deliver!!!

    Eric Dumigan is a third generation photographer with a passion for aviation. Each summer Eric and his wife Bernadette cover the Ontario airshow circuit for several international magazines. His work can be viewed at www.airic.ca

    Canadian Forces Snowbird and Skyhawk (Parachute) teams partner with the U.S Air Force. Along with the demonstrations overhead, spectators will be able to see the CF-18 and F-16s and many additional aircraft. The Waterloo show features several educational ground displays with knowledgeable presenters as well as interactive family activities and performances. An abundance of photo ops and food concessions make the weekend fun and worthwhile for the whole family.

    Windsor International Air Show September 3 5The Windsor International Air Show takes place September 10 and 11 with a theme this year of Supporting Our Military Families. Photo opportunities will be available and observers will see

    the CF-18 Hornet Demonstration Team from the Canadian Forces along with many other current and historic military craft. There will also be more than 100 vehicles on display all weekend from vintage cars to lovingly restored military vehicles, courtesy of the Canadian Transportation Museum.

    For the young and the young-at-heart, there are many more air shows and events planned this summer across Ontario including Sarnia, Orillia, Guelph and Trenton, where participants will again have the opportunity to take photos and ask questions, while enjoying the sights and scenes of rural and urban Ontario communities. Air show sta and demonstrators are always eager to share their knowledge and discuss their many experiences.

    So pack a picnic and bring the lawn chairs and camerasOntario air shows are ying high!

    Rich Munro, OCT is an Ontario teacher with a passion for military and Canadian History. Rich is extensively involved with coaching both football and hockey, and he looks forward to continuing to develop his writing craft; he is currently writing several short stories and opinion pieces.

    AIR SHOWS INONTARIO

    June 4 5: 8 Wing CFB Trenton Open House Trenton, ONcfbtrenton.com/openhouse

    June 18: Classic Air Rallye Ottawa, ONightworks.ca

    June 18 19: Hamilton Airshow, ONairshow.warplane.com/hamilton-airshow-2011.aspx

    June 24 26: Great Lakes International Airshow, ONgreatlakesinternationalairshow.ca

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    Canadian Forces Snowbird and Skyhawk (Parachute) teams partner with the U.S Air Force. Along with the demonstrations overhead, spectators will be able to see the CF-18 and F-16s and many additional aircraft. The Waterloo show features several educational ground displays with knowledgeable presenters as well as interactive family activities and performances. An abundance of photo ops and food concessions make the weekend fun and worthwhile for the whole family.

    Windsor International Air Show September 3 5The Windsor International Air Show takes place September 10 and 11 with a theme this year of Supporting Our Military Families. Photo opportunities will be available and observers will see

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    For the young and the young-at-heart, there are many more air shows and events planned this summer across Ontario including Sarnia, Orillia, Guelph and Trenton, where participants will again have the opportunity to take photos and ask questions, while enjoying the sights and scenes of rural and urban Ontario communities. Air show sta and demonstrators are always eager to share their knowledge and discuss their many experiences.

    So pack a picnic and bring the lawn chairs and camerasOntario air shows are ying high!

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    August 20 21: Waterloo Airshow Waterloo, ONwaterlooairshow.com

    September 3 5: Canadian International Airshow Toronto, ON - cias.org

    September 10 11: Windsor International Airshow Windsor, ON - winairshow.com

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    Owned and operated by four beer-loving locals, we strive to provide the nest tasting beer, using all natural ingredients and traditional small batch brewing. Give it a try and let us know what you think at www.hogsback.ca

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    Amsterdam Brewing CompanyTorontowww.amsterdambeer.com

    Recognized as Torontos rst brewpub, Amsterdam Brewing Company is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. It originally opened its doors in 1986 on John Street, but with the opening of a second brewpub and subsequent growth and increased popularity of its beers, the Amsterdam eventually moved to more spacious facilities on Bathurst Street. The brewers at the Amsterdam provide six brands throughout the year, as well as ve seasonal and four regular brands of Kawartha Lakes Brewing Company, which was acquired in 2003. Once a year on the rst Saturday in November, Amsterdam becomes a homebrewers haven, with local amateur brewers ocking to the brewery for Learn 2 Brew Day, hosted by Amsterdam and the Southern Ontario Brewers. With crisp, clear lagers and ales regularly available from the brewery, Amsterdam also features a fruity raspberry frambroise that is sure to please any fruit beer acionado, as well as unique seasonals such as the Spring Bock and the Pomegranate Wheat Beer. As the folks at the brewery would say, try a dam good beer.

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    Time was, your choice of beer was restricted to a few big companies brewing their own brands that appealed to a specic (almost entirely male) market demographic. Well, weve come a long way since those macho days, with craft brews that are served at the best dinner tables in town, and an international network of womens consumer beer education clubs dedicated to involving women in the enjoyment, and ultimately the creation, of craft beer. Aptly named Barleys Angels this group supports all aspects of female inclusion and participation in the craft brewing culture.

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  • PO Box 13609 | Kanata, ON K2K 1X6 | Phone: 613-986-2337

    Owned and operated by four beer-loving locals, we strive to provide the nest tasting beer, using all natural ingredients and traditional small batch brewing. Give it a try and let us know what you think at www.hogsback.ca

    Pioneer Energy and Ontario Craft Breweries

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    This summer, discover the art of Ontarios craft brewers and nd your own signature brew.

    Amsterdam Brewing CompanyTorontowww.amsterdambeer.com

    Recognized as Torontos rst brewpub, Amsterdam Brewing Company is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. It originally opened its doors in 1986 on John Street, but with the opening of a second brewpub and subsequent growth and increased popularity of its beers, the Amsterdam eventually moved to more spacious facilities on Bathurst Street. The brewers at the Amsterdam provide six brands throughout the year, as well as ve seasonal and four regular brands of Kawartha Lakes Brewing Company, which was acquired in 2003. Once a year on the rst Saturday in November, Amsterdam becomes a homebrewers haven, with local amateur brewers ocking to the brewery for Learn 2 Brew Day, hosted by Amsterdam and the Southern Ontario Brewers. With crisp, clear lagers and ales regularly available from the brewery, Amsterdam also features a fruity raspberry frambroise that is sure to please any fruit beer acionado, as well as unique seasonals such as the Spring Bock and the Pomegranate Wheat Beer. As the folks at the brewery would say, try a dam good beer.

    By Chris Talbot

    THE GREAT TASTE

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    Time was, your choice of beer was restricted to a few big companies brewing their own brands that appealed to a specic (almost entirely male) market demographic. Well, weve come a long way since those macho days, with craft brews that are served at the best dinner tables in town, and an international network of womens consumer beer education clubs dedicated to involving women in the enjoyment, and ultimately the creation, of craft beer. Aptly named Barleys Angels this group supports all aspects of female inclusion and participation in the craft brewing culture.

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    Beaus All Natural Brewing CompanyVankleek Hillwww.beaus.ca

    Vankleek Hill calls itself the Gingerbread Capital of Ontario, but recent years have put the 2,000-person town into the minds of beer lovers because of Beaus All Natural Brewing Company. A mere 50 minutes east of Ottawa, Beaus launched in 2006 and has since become famous for its seasonal beer experiments (such as using bogmyrtle instead of hops to avour and bitter its annual Bogwater brew), and for its commitment to using locally-grown organic ingredients. The people behind the family-run business are incredibly passionate about beer, organic farming and their community. Beaus regularly runs and participates in events in Vankleek Hill and the Ottawa area. From its spicy Bogwater to its its rich Matts Sleepy Time Belgian, Beaus aims to be a unique eastern Ontario brewery.

    Camerons Brewing CompanyOakvillewww.cameronsbrewing.com

    As a small but growing craft brewery west of Toronto, Cameron's Brewing Company has four brands it distributes in nine-packs throughout the province, but visitors to the brewery can experience how Cameron's is pushing the boundaries on specialty beer styles. Now under partial ownership of Bill Coleman, who helped to develop Molson's famous "I am Canadian" marketing campaign, Cameron's presents a unique brew on the last Thursday of every month at its Cask Nights. The specialty beer brewed for the month is unknown until the cask is tapped, and the brewmaster isn't shy about experimenting. How does a coconut rum ale sound to you?

    HogsBack Brewing CompanyOttawawww.hogsback.ca

    The owners say the idea for HogsBack Brewing Company started over beersa good t. Many beer lovers dream of owning a brewpub, and its that dream that led four old friends to open up HogsBack. With a are for the historical, the guys at HogsBack named their brewery after a section of the Rideau River where a dam was built in the early

    19th Century. The contrac-tor that built that dam also happened to be the very same person to open the rst brewery in the Ottawa Valley. Celebrating its rst birthday this year, HogsBack has expanded and is becoming a common sight in the Ottawa area. Inspired

    by the lagers of Europe, HogsBacks agship beer is a crisp, clear beer with spicy Saaz hops notes and the maltiness of Vienna and Munich malts. What that means for the beer lover is a crisp, easy-drinking lager that meshes well with the hot Ontario summer.

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    Cest WhatBrew/Vin PubTorontowww.cestwhat.com

    As one of Ontarios key brewpubs, Cest What? features brews from around the province, in addition to its own house brands brewed by County Durham Brewing Company of Pickering. The brewpub has a history in Toronto dating back to 1988, and its focus is on supporting locally brewed beers. With a variety of beers from Ontario craft breweries available on tap, Cest What? also provides beer lovers with its own branded beers. From a hefty coee porter with coee and espresso notes, to a hemp ale with the taste of natural hemp, Cest What? is one of the best places in Toronto for a pint of beer.

    Mill Street Brewery Torontowww.millstreetbrewery.com

    In less than a decade, Mill Street Brewery has become a major force in the Ontario craft beer market. A three-time winner of the Canadian Brewery of the Year award from the Canadian Brewing Awards, Mill Street opened its doors in 2002 in the historic Distillery District once owned by distiller Gooderham and Worts. It didnt take long before Mill Street out-grew its downtown Toronto location and relocated its main brewing

    operations to a larger facility in Scarborough. For a short time, the original brewery closed up shop, but thankfully for beer lovers, Mill Street quickly reopened it as a brewpub. It provides good beer, good meals and an interesting tour of the (still operational) brewing facilities. With a variety of ales and lagers, Mill Street is an award-winning craft brewery known for beers like its Coee Porter, mixing java with dark beer avours, and Beltelgeuse, its seasonal Belgian-style triple with hints of bubblegum.

    Muskoka Cottage Brewery Inc.Bracebridgewww.muskokabrewery.com

    As the taste of cottage country, Muskoka Cottage Brewery keeps four beers available all year round, but in the last couple of years, the Bracebridge-based craft brewery has expanded to include a line of seasonal beers that have gained a lot of (well-deserved) attention. From its fall Harvest Ale to its winter Double Chocolate Cranberry Stout to its Summer Weiss, the 15-year-old brewery doesnt shy away from brewing big, bold beers in addition to regularly-available, easy-drinking brews. Muskoka calls itself the taste of cottage country, and all of its regular brands live up to that standard. Theyre easy to drink and refreshing.

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    Beaus All Natural Brewing CompanyVankleek Hillwww.beaus.ca

    Vankleek Hill calls itself the Gingerbread Capital of Ontario, but recent years have put the 2,000-person town into the minds of beer lovers because of Beaus All Natural Brewing Company. A mere 50 minutes east of Ottawa, Beaus launched in 2006 and has since become famous for its seasonal beer experiments (such as using bogmyrtle instead of hops to avour and bitter its annual Bogwater brew), and for its commitment to using locally-grown organic ingredients. The people behind the family-run business are incredibly passionate about beer, organic farming and their community. Beaus regularly runs and participates in events in Vankleek Hill and the Ottawa area. From its spicy Bogwater to its its rich Matts Sleepy Time Belgian, Beaus aims to be a unique eastern Ontario brewery.

    Camerons Brewing CompanyOakvillewww.cameronsbrewing.com

    As a small but growing craft brewery west of Toronto, Cameron's Brewing Company has four brands it distributes in nine-packs throughout the province, but visitors to the brewery can experience how Cameron's is pushing the boundaries on specialty beer styles. Now under partial ownership of Bill Coleman, who helped to develop Molson's famous "I am Canadian" marketing campaign, Cameron's presents a unique brew on the last Thursday of every month at its Cask Nights. The specialty beer brewed for the month is unknown until the cask is tapped, and the brewmaster isn't shy about experimenting. How does a coconut rum ale sound to you?

    HogsBack Brewing CompanyOttawawww.hogsback.ca

    The owners say the idea for HogsBack Brewing Company started over beersa good t. Many beer lovers dream of owning a brewpub, and its that dream that led four old friends to open up HogsBack. With a are for the historical, the guys at HogsBack named their brewery after a section of the Rideau River where a dam was built in the early

    19th Century. The contrac-tor that built that dam also happened to be the very same person to open the rst brewery in the Ottawa Valley. Celebrating its rst birthday this year, HogsBack has expanded and is becoming a common sight in the Ottawa area. Inspired

    by the lagers of Europe, HogsBacks agship beer is a crisp, clear beer with spicy Saaz hops notes and the maltiness of Vienna and Munich malts. What that means for the beer lover is a crisp, easy-drinking lager that meshes well with the hot Ontario summer.

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    Cest WhatBrew/Vin PubTorontowww.cestwhat.com

    As one of Ontarios key brewpubs, Cest What? features brews from around the province, in addition to its own house brands brewed by County Durham Brewing Company of Pickering. The brewpub has a history in Toronto dating back to 1988, and its focus is on supporting locally brewed beers. With a variety of beers from Ontario craft breweries available on tap, Cest What? also provides beer lovers with its own branded beers. From a hefty coee porter with coee and espresso notes, to a hemp ale with the taste of natural hemp, Cest What? is one of the best places in Toronto for a pint of beer.

    Mill Street Brewery Torontowww.millstreetbrewery.com

    In less than a decade, Mill Street Brewery has become a major force in the Ontario craft beer market. A three-time winner of the Canadian Brewery of the Year award from the Canadian Brewing Awards, Mill Street opened its doors in 2002 in the historic Distillery District once owned by distiller Gooderham and Worts. It didnt take long before Mill Street out-grew its downtown Toronto location and relocated its main brewing

    operations to a larger facility in Scarborough. For a short time, the original brewery closed up shop, but thankfully for beer lovers, Mill Street quickly reopened it as a brewpub. It provides good beer, good meals and an interesting tour of the (still operational) brewing facilities. With a variety of ales and lagers, Mill Street is an award-winning craft brewery known for beers like its Coee Porter, mixing java with dark beer avours, and Beltelgeuse, its seasonal Belgian-style triple with hints of bubblegum.

    Muskoka Cottage Brewery Inc.Bracebridgewww.muskokabrewery.com

    As the taste of cottage country, Muskoka Cottage Brewery keeps four beers available all year round, but in the last couple of years, the Bracebridge-based craft brewery has expanded to include a line of seasonal beers that have gained a lot of (well-deserved) attention. From its fall Harvest Ale to its winter Double Chocolate Cranberry Stout to its Summer Weiss, the 15-year-old brewery doesnt shy away from brewing big, bold beers in addition to regularly-available, easy-drinking brews. Muskoka calls itself the taste of cottage country, and all of its regular brands live up to that standard. Theyre easy to drink and refreshing.

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  • Old Credit Brewing Company-Mississaugawww.oldcreditbrewing.com

    Nestled in the former Village of Port Credit (now part of Missis-sauga), Old Credit Brewing Company is the brain child of Aldo and Noreen Lista, who abandoned retirement in favour of starting up a brewery. Aldo owns the building that once housed another Ontario craft brewery, and in 1994 when that brewery vacated the premises, the brewing equipment remained. A eureka moment spawned what eventually became a small craft brewery that focuses on making three beers two available year-round and a third just for the Christmas season. With several brewing awards under its belt, despite only having three brands, Old Credit oers crisp and clean through its Pale Pilsner, darker malt notes with its Amber Ale, and traces of Canadian honey and sweet-ness with its popular Holiday Honey seasonal.

    Neustadt Springs BrewingNeustadtwww.neustadtsprings.com

    As "one of Canada's prettiest villages," as its sign declares, the 300-person Village of Neustadt may not seem like the most ideal place to build a brewery, but when the town was bustling with activity in the 19th Century, Crystal Springs Brewery provided the locals with beer. By the early 20th Century, Crystal Springs had brewed its last drop, and the historic building stayed empty until 1997, when Andy and Val Stimpson renovated the building to open Neustadt Springs Brewery. Relying on his experience gained working for Marston's in England, Andy has turned Neustadt Springs into an award-winning brewery that distributes its beers in its own retail store, as well as in LCBOs around Ontario. Visitors are encouraged to get the full tour. The basement catacombs alone are worth a trip to the village. The beers, which have won interna-tional awards, are also worth tasting, and head brewer Andy clearly demonstrates his knowl-edge and expertise in brewing with rich, malty beers like 10W30 Brown Ale and the Neustadt Scottish Ale.

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    SteamWhistle Brewing Torontowww.steamwhistle.ca

    Steam Whistle Brewing takes being a green company to a whole new level. From its green pilsner bottles (the only beer it makes) to its vintage hot rod with a 100% electric engine (painted green), Steam Whistle tries to be as environmentally friendly as it can while also being stylish. Its beer bottle, packaging, ocial bottle opener and even its delivery eet hearken back to the 1950s.

    However, the brewery is state-of-the-art and designed with not only practical brewing applications in mind, but also providing entertaining tours. It even has an active steam whistle. Residing in the historic CPR John St. Roundhouse, (which hadnt served the railroad in more than 10 years when the brewery moved

    in), Steam Whistles name pays homage to the buildings legacy. A quick walk from the CN

    Tower, Steam Whistle provides an entertaining and informative

    experience for visitors. Oh, and theres beer, too. Steam Whistle

    is a focused brewery that produces only one style of beer, keeping to the do one thing well motto. A crisp, clean beer with spicy Saaz hops, Steam

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    The Good Beer Folks would like to welcome you and your friends to come by the brewery for a tour and taste. Learn how Canada's Premium Pilsner is made, meet our friendly sta and enjoy a sample of our beer. You'll learn why Steam Whistle was designated one of Toronto's "green buildings" and about our railway history. Our tours will educate and entertain!

    Cheers!

    MORE EVENTS1. Toronto Festival of Beer:

    Fort York August 5th to 7th

    2. The Railway Children is playing at Round House Theatre All summer longMirvish production

    3. Steam Whistle Unsigned: Indepen-dent Music Series. At the Steam Whistle Brewery September 30th. www.steamwhistle.ca/unsigned/index.html#/upcoming-steam-whistle-unsigne

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  • Old Credit Brewing Company-Mississaugawww.oldcreditbrewing.com

    Nestled in the former Village of Port Credit (now part of Missis-sauga), Old Credit Brewing Company is the brain child of Aldo and Noreen Lista, who abandoned retirement in favour of starting up a brewery. Aldo owns the building that once housed another Ontario craft brewery, and in 1994 when that brewery vacated the premises, the brewing equipment remained. A eureka moment spawned what eventually became a small craft brewery that focuses on making three beers two available year-round and a third just for the Christmas season. With several brewing awards under its belt, despite only having three brands, Old Credit oers crisp and clean through its Pale Pilsner, darker malt notes with its Amber Ale, and traces of Canadian honey and sweet-ness with its popular Holiday Honey seasonal.

    Neustadt Springs BrewingNeustadtwww.neustadtsprings.com

    As "one of Canada's prettiest villages," as its sign declares, the 300-person Village of Neustadt may not seem like the most ideal place to build a brewery, but when the town was bustling with activity in the 19th Century, Crystal Springs Brewery provided the locals with beer. By the early 20th Century, Crystal Springs had brewed its last drop, and the historic building stayed empty until 1997, when Andy and Val Stimpson renovated the building to open Neustadt Springs Brewery. Relying on his experience gained working for Marston's in England, Andy has turned Neustadt Springs into an award-winning brewery that distributes its beers in its own retail store, as well as in LCBOs around Ontario. Visitors are encouraged to get the full tour. The basement catacombs alone are worth a trip to the village. The beers, which have won interna-tional awards, are also worth tasting, and head brewer Andy clearly demonstrates his knowl-edge and expertise in brewing with rich, malty beers like 10W30 Brown Ale and the Neustadt Scottish Ale.

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    MAP LEGEND17. King18. County Durham19. Granite20. Mill Street21. Cest What Vin/Brew Pub22. SteamWhistle Brewing23. Amsterdam Brewing Company24. Great Lakes25. Cool26. Black Oak

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    SteamWhistle Brewing Torontowww.steamwhistle.ca

    Steam Whistle Brewing takes being a green company to a whole new level. From its green pilsner bottles (the only beer it makes) to its vintage hot rod with a 100% electric engine (painted green), Steam Whistle tries to be as environmentally friendly as it can while also being stylish. Its beer bottle, packaging, ocial bottle opener and even its delivery eet hearken back to the 1950s.

    However, the brewery is state-of-the-art and designed with not only practical brewing applications in mind, but also providing entertaining tours. It even has an active steam whistle. Residing in the historic CPR John St. Roundhouse, (which hadnt served the railroad in more than 10 years when the brewery moved

    in), Steam Whistles name pays homage to the buildings legacy. A quick walk from the CN

    Tower, Steam Whistle provides an entertaining and informative

    experience for visitors. Oh, and theres beer, too. Steam Whistle

    is a focused brewery that produces only one style of beer, keeping to the do one thing well motto. A crisp, clean beer with spicy Saaz hops, Steam

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    The Good Beer Folks would like to welcome you and your friends to come by the brewery for a tour and taste. Learn how Canada's Premium Pilsner is made, meet our friendly sta and enjoy a sample of our beer. You'll learn why Steam Whistle was designated one of Toronto's "green buildings" and about our railway history. Our tours will educate and entertain!

    Cheers!

    MORE EVENTS1. Toronto Festival of Beer:

    Fort York August 5th to 7th

    2. The Railway Children is playing at Round House Theatre All summer longMirvish production

    3. Steam Whistle Unsigned: Indepen-dent Music Series. At the Steam Whistle Brewery September 30th. www.steamwhistle.ca/unsigned/index.html#/upcoming-steam-whistle-unsigne

    (416) 362-BEER (2337)[email protected]

    Steam Whistle BrewingThe Roundhouse, 255 Bremner Blvd. Toronto, ON, M5V 3M9

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    For the beer lover, Ontario provides a wonderful opportunity to experience the many varied avours and styles of beer, and to learn about the provinces fascinating brewing history. Brewers are passionate about their craft and are eager to share their knowledge and stories, as they put Ontario on the international beer map.

    Enjoy all that Ontario craft breweries have to oer, but please do so responsibly. Please dont drink and drive.

    MAP LEGEND27. Lakes of Muskoka28. Robert Simpson29. Hockley Valley

    HOW TO TASTE BEERTo get the most out of Ontario craft beer, theres more to drinking than tilting a bottle and placing it to your lips. In fact, to get the best experience from beer, here are a few tips:

    1 Always pour beer into a glass, and try your best to use appropriate glassware. Much of what makes beer special is its aroma, which is only noticeable when the beer is poured into a glass. Every beer style has a preferred type of glassware, from the tulip bowls of Belgians to the long stems of Pilsners, but even if you dont have the best glass for the occasion, pouring beer into any glass is better than drinking from the bottle or can.

    2 Hold it up to the light, but beware of skunkiness. Light not only gives beer its shine and can show the beer lover how clear or hazy the beer is, but its also its greatest killer. Hops, beers natural bittering and preservative agent, interacts poorly with light. With enough exposure (sometimes as little as 10 minutes), a beer can take on the charac-teristics of Pepe le Peu.

    3 Open up your nose. Dont be afraid to get your nostrils right into a glass of beer, but dont breathe in any liquid (been there, done that; trust me, its not fun). Every beer style will have its own unique nose, as beer connoisseurs call

    it. From oral to spicy to coee to chocolate, close your eyes and inhale the many dierent aromas of Ontario craft beer.

    4 Drink deep, and always swallow. Those familiar with wine tasting are used to spitting into buckets, but part of what makes beer unique is its bitterness and

    oral hops avour, which can only be found by swallowing. Pay close attention to the bitterness, malty sweetness and the dryness of the nish.

    5 Honing your palate takes time. Long-time beer lovers like to use descriptive terms like chalky, diacetyl (or butterscotch), citrus, oral, biscuit, roasty and several others, but dont be worried if you dont pick up on individual aromas and avours immediately. Learning to understand the full range of beer avours takes time, but the education will be worth it.

    Chris Talbot is a freelance writer, editor of BeerInCanada.ca and newsletter editor for the Canadian Amateur Brewers Association. He is a beer geek and home brewer who has visited (at last count) 16 breweries and brewpubs in Ontario.

    1. Amsterdam Brewing Company (Toronto)2. Barley Days Brewery (Picton)3. Beaus All Natural Brewing Company (Vankleek Hill)4. Better Bitters Brewing Company/ Nickel Brook Brewing Company (Burlington)5. Black Creek Historic Brewery (Toronto)6. Black Oak Brewing Company (Oakville)7. Brick Brewing Company (Waterloo)8. Camerons Brewing Company (Oakville)9. Cest What Brew/Vin Pub (Toronto)10. Church-Key Brewing (Campbellford)11. Cool Beer Brewing Company (Toronto)12. County Durham Brewing Company (Pickering)13. Creemore Springs Brewery Ltd. (Creemore)14. F&M Brewery (Guelph)15. Flying Monkeys Craft Brewery (Barrie)16. Grand River Brewing (Cambridge)17. Granite Brewery & Restaurant (Toronto)18. Great Lakes Brewery (Toronto)19. Highlander Brew Company (South River)20. Hockley Valley Brewing Company (Orangeville)21. HogsBack Brewing Company (Ottawa)22. Kichesippi Beer Company (Ottawa)23. King Brewery (Nobleton)24. Lake of Bays Brewing Company (Baysville)25. MacLeans Ales (West Grey)26. The Merchant Ale House (St. Catharines)27. Mill Street Brewery (Toronto)28. Muskoka Cottage Brewery Inc. (Bracebridge)29. Old Credit Brewing Company (Mississauga)30. Neustadt Springs Brewing (Neustadt)31. Pepperwood Bistro (Burlington)32. The Publican House Brewery (Peterborough)33. Railway City Brewing Company (St. Thomas)34. Steam Whistle Brewing (Toronto)35. Stratford Brewing Company (Stratford)36. Syndicate Restaurant & Brewery (Niagara Falls)37. Taps On Queen Brewhouse & Grill (Niagara Falls)38. The 3 Brewers Micro-Brewery Restaurant (Toronto)39. Tracks Brewpub (Brampton)40. Trafalgar Ales and Meads (Oakville)41. Wellington Brewery (Guelph)

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    For the beer lover, Ontario provides a wonderful opportunity to experience the many varied avours and styles of beer, and to learn about the provinces fascinating brewing history. Brewers are passionate about their craft and are eager to share their knowledge and stories, as they put Ontario on the international beer map.

    Enjoy all that Ontario craft breweries have to oer, but please do so responsibly. Please dont drink and drive.

    MAP LEGEND27. Lakes of Muskoka28. Robert Simpson29. Hockley Valley

    HOW TO TASTE BEERTo get the most out of Ontario craft beer, theres more to drinking than tilting a bottle and placing it to your lips. In fact, to get the best experience from beer, here are a few tips:

    1 Always pour beer into a glass, and try your best to use appropriate glassware. Much of what makes beer special is its aroma, which is only noticeable when the beer is poured into a glass. Every beer style has a preferred type of glassware, from the tulip bowls of Belgians to the long stems of Pilsners, but even if you dont have the best glass for the occasion, pouring beer into any glass is better than drinking from the bottle or can.

    2 Hold it up to the light, but beware of skunkiness. Light not only gives beer its shine and can show the beer lover how clear or hazy the beer is, but its also its greatest killer. Hops, beers natural bittering and preservative agent, interacts poorly with light. With enough exposure (sometimes as little as 10 minutes), a beer can take on the charac-teristics of Pepe le Peu.

    3 Open up your nose. Dont be afraid to get your nostrils right into a glass of beer, but dont breathe in any liquid (been there, done that; trust me, its not fun). Every beer style will have its own unique nose, as beer connoisseurs call

    it. From oral to spicy to coee to chocolate, close your eyes and inhale the many dierent aromas of Ontario craft beer.

    4 Drink deep, and always swallow. Those familiar with wine tasting are used to spitting into buckets, but part of what makes beer unique is its bitterness and

    oral hops avour, which can only be found by swallowing. Pay close attention to the bitterness, malty sweetness and the dryness of the nish.

    5 Honing your palate takes time. Long-time beer lovers like to use descriptive terms like chalky, diacetyl (or butterscotch), citrus, oral, biscuit, roasty and several others, but dont be worried if you dont pick up on individual aromas and avours immediately. Learning to understand the full range of beer avours takes time, but the education will be worth it.

    Chris Talbot is a freelance writer, editor of BeerInCanada.ca and newsletter editor for the Canadian Amateur Brewers Association. He is a beer geek and home brewer who has visited (at last count) 16 breweries and brewpubs in Ontario.

    1. Amsterdam Brewing Company (Toronto)2. Barley Days Brewery (Picton)3. Beaus All Natural Brewing Company (Vankleek Hill)4. Better Bitters Brewing Company/ Nickel Brook Brewing Company (Burlington)5. Black Creek Historic Brewery (Toronto)6. Black Oak Brewing Company (Oakville)7. Brick Brewing Company (Waterloo)8. Camerons Brewing Company (Oakville)9. Cest What Brew/Vin Pub (Toronto)10. Church-Key Brewing (Campbellford)11. Cool Beer Brewing Company (Toronto)12. County Durham Brewing Company (Pickering)13. Creemore Springs Brewery Ltd. (Creemore)14. F&M Brewery (Guelph)15. Flying Monkeys Craft Brewery (Barrie)16. Grand River Brewing (Cambridge)17. Granite Brewery & Restaurant (Toronto)18. Great Lakes Brewery (Toronto)19. Highlander Brew Company (South River)20. Hockley Valley Brewing Company (Orangeville)21. HogsBack Brewing Company (Ottawa)22. Kichesippi Beer Company (Ottawa)23. King Brewery (Nobleton)24. Lake of Bays Brewing Company (Baysville)25. MacLeans Ales (West Grey)26. The Merchant Ale House (St. Catharines)27. Mill Street Brewery (Toronto)28. Muskoka Cottage Brewery Inc. (Bracebridge)29. Old Credit Brewing Company (Mississauga)30. Neustadt Springs Brewing (Neustadt)31. Pepperwood Bistro (Burlington)32. The Publican House Brewery (Peterborough)33. Railway City Brewing Company (St. Thomas)34. Steam Whistle Brewing (Toronto)35. Stratford Brewing Company (Stratford)36. Syndicate Restaurant & Brewery (Niagara Falls)37. Taps On Queen Brewhouse & Grill (Niagara Falls)38. The 3 Brewers Micro-Brewery Restaurant (Toronto)39. Tracks Brewpub (Brampton)40. Trafalgar Ales and Meads (Oakville)41. Wellington Brewery (Guelph)

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    While you arent likely to nd anything quite that strange at todays destination markets you just may experience a ash mob performancea seemingly spontaneous outbreak of song and dance, arranged by social media users, a local performance group or the markets themselves.

    Todays farmers markets are doing a lot to draw visitors and encour-age them to linger for hours. While food remains the primary reason for going to a market, it is just part of the experience. Markets are a sensual feast of sights, sounds and aromas. To that add festivals, demonstrations, buskers, competitions, petting zoos, face painting and imaginative services such as veggie valet grocery carry-out. Markets are getting creative and attracting more interest.

    Wyatt Williams and his two horses provide wagon transportation in the area surrounding the Ottawa Farmers Market. He also holds the Guinness World Record for longest horse hitch and started the Hay West Movement, which shipped donated hay to drought-stricken farms in 2002.

    Farmers markets are more than places to buy fresh produce. Theyre road trip worthy destinations where you can connect with people and experience local culture. Many of Ontarios farmers markets are more than 100 years old and have interesting histories and eccentric vendorsmainly in their past.

    One such person was a Dr. Mulvaney who used to pull teeth at the Londons Covent Garden Market on Saturday nights, displaying the newly removed teeth to the crowd in order to lure more customers. His side-kick, a ventriloquoist named Hewitt performed to help distract patients from their pain.

    Once you start chatting with vendors you learn so much about the people on the market and their products, even things you thought you knew. Take garlic for example.

    Do you like it hot? If so try Music or Fieldstone varieties. But if you like your garlic really,

    really hot, go for Purple Glazer or Belarus varieties. You arent going to learn that from the check-out sta at the grocery store! Have you heard of hawber-ries? What about birch syrup? Youll nd them both at some of Ontarios more northern farmers markets.

    Spend a few moments chatting about fresh-milled our at Caistor River Farms stall on the Ottawa Farmers Market and youll soon be watching them mill your desired quantity right before your eyes! Its part shopping, part theatre and it as fresh as it could possibly be.

    Markets are a sensual feast of sights, sounds and aromas.

    While food remains the primary reason for going to a market, it is just part of the experience.

    By Linda Carolan

    MyPick farmer, Boz Toic of Bosco Farms serves up fresh heirloom veggies to delighted customers.

    Horses and wagon are a key attraction for all ages at the Ottawa Farmers' Market.

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  • Beyond tHe VaLLey studio tour continueddestination disCoVery continued

    While you arent likely to nd anything quite that strange at todays destination markets you just may experience a ash mob performancea seemingly spontaneous outbreak of song and dance, arranged by social media users, a local performance group or the markets themselves.

    Todays farmers markets are doing a lot to draw visitors and encour-age them to linger for hours. While food remains the primary reason for going to a market, it is just part of the experience. Markets are a sensual feast of sights, sounds and aromas. To that add festivals, demonstrations, buskers, competitions, petting zoos, face painting and imaginative services such as veggie valet grocery carry-out. Markets are getting creative and attracting more interest.

    Wyatt Williams and his two horses provide wagon transportation in the area surrounding the Ottawa Farmers Market. He also holds the Guinness World Record for longest horse hitch and started the Hay West Movement, which shipped donated hay to drought-stricken farms in 2002.

    Farmers markets are more than places to buy fresh produce. Theyre road trip worthy destinations where you can connect with people and experience local culture. Many of Ontarios farmers markets are more than 100 years old and have interesting histories and eccentric vendorsmainly in their past.

    One such person was a Dr. Mulvaney who used to pull teeth at the Londons Covent Garden Market on Saturday nights, displaying the newly removed teeth to the crowd in order to lure more customers. His side-kick, a ventriloquoist named Hewitt performed to help distract patients from their pain.

    Once you start chatting with vendors you learn so much about the people on the market and their products, even things you thought you knew. Take garlic for example.

    Do you like it hot? If so try Music or Fieldstone varieties. But if you like your garlic really,

    really hot, go for Purple Glazer or Belarus varieties. You arent going to learn that from the check-out sta at the grocery store! Have you heard of hawber-ries? What about birch syrup? Youll nd them both at some of Ontarios more northern farmers markets.

    Spend a few moments chatting about fresh-milled our at Caistor River Farms stall on the Ottawa Farmers Market and youll soon be watching them mill your desired quantity right before your eyes! Its part shopping, part theatre and it as fresh as it could possibly be.

    Markets are a sensual feast of sights, sounds and aromas.

    While food remains the primary reason for going to a market, it is just part of the experience.

    By Linda Carolan

    MyPick farmer, Boz Toic of Bosco Farms serves up fresh heirloom veggies to delighted customers.

    Horses and wagon are a key attraction for all ages at the Ottawa Farmers' Market.

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    MyPick VeriedLocal Farmer Freshness is a huge lure to any farmers market. To be sure that you are buying food at its freshest from a local grower not a food terminal reseller, look for the MyPick Veried Local Farmer logo. MyPick producers have been inspected by Farmers Markets Ontario to ensure that the farm is local and that products sold are actually produced there.

    Whether products are raised, wild-caught, grown or collected, farmers markets oer a cacophony for the senses and feed into our renewed interest in connecting more directly with the people who produce our food. Since you have to shop anyway, why not turn it into an event and build a daytrip or weekend around discovering one of these fabulous destination markets?

    Gore Bay Farmers Market, Manitoulin Island If youre hiking Manitoulin Island you likely wont go far before encountering the thorny bush that produces hawberries. Leave collection to the locals and simply visit the seasonal water-front markets 13 -35 vendors for bread, organic produce, home-made soap, produce and of course, hawberry jams and jellies. Its one item that you wont nd elsewhere and the ferry trip to the worlds largest freshwater island is something everyone should do at least once. Market day: Fridays

    HamiltonFarmers MarketThis year-round indoor market reopened March 2011 after a $7.1 million renovation. Return-ing visitors will notice the 17 tall Birks clock, which is now the centrepiece of the renovated market. Commissioned in 1930 by Birks Jewellers, it is also known as the Clock of the Charging Horseman for the four knights that joust around the clocks central tower on the quarter hour with recognizable chimes such as Oranges and Lemons, or Polly Put the Kettle On. Market days: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays

    Ayse Akoner, Jens Eller and son, Cengiz of Marvelous Edibles Farm, are MyPick vendors

    featured at select MyMarkets in Toronto. www.MyPick.ca

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  • Beyond tHe VaLLey studio tour continueddestination disCoVery continued

    While you arent likely to nd anything quite that strange at todays destination markets you just may experience a ash mob performancea seemingly spontaneous outbreak of song and dance, arranged by social media users, a local performance group or the markets themselves.

    Todays farmers markets are doing a lot to draw visitors and encour-age them to linger for hours. While food remains the primary reason for going to a market, it is just part of the experience. Markets are a sensual feast of sights, sounds and aromas. To that add festivals, demonstrations, buskers, competitions, petting zoos, face painting and imaginative services such as veggie valet grocery carry-out. Markets are getting creative and attracting more interest.

    Wyatt Williams and his two horses provide wagon transportation in the area surrounding the Ottawa Farmers Market. He also holds the Guinness World Record for longest horse hitch and started the Hay West Movement, which shipped donated hay to drought-stricken farms in 2002.

    Farmers markets are more than places to buy fresh produce. Theyre road trip worthy destinations where you can connect with people and experience local culture. Many of Ontarios farmers markets are more than 100 years old and have interesting histories and eccentric vendorsmainly in their past.

    One such person was a Dr. Mulvaney who used to pull teeth at the Londons Covent Garden Market on Saturday nights, displaying the newly removed teeth to the crowd in order to lure more customers. His side-kick, a ventriloquoist named Hewitt performed to help distract patients from their pain.

    Once you start chatting with vendors you learn so much about the people on the market and their products, even things you thought you knew. Take garlic for example.

    Do you like it hot? If so try Music or Fieldstone varieties. But if you like your garlic really,

    really hot, go for Purple Glazer or Belarus varieties. You arent going to learn that from the check-out sta at the grocery store! Have you heard of hawber-ries? What about birch syrup? Youll nd them both at some of Ontarios more northern farmers markets.

    Spend a few moments chatting about fresh-milled our at Caistor River Farms stall on the Ottawa Farmers Market and youll soon be watching them mill your desired quantity right before your eyes! Its part shopping, part theatre and it as fresh as it could possibly be.

    Markets are a sensual feast of sights, sounds and aromas.

    While food remains the primary reason for going to a market, it is just part of the experience.

    By Linda Carolan

    MyPick farmer, Boz Toic of Bosco Farms serves up fresh heirloom veggies to delighted customers.

    Horses and wagon are a key attraction for all ages at the Ottawa Farmers' Market.

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    MyPick VeriedLocal Farmer Freshness is a huge lure to any farmers market. To be sure that you are buying food at its freshest from a local grower not a food terminal reseller, look for the MyPick Veried Local Farmer logo. MyPick producers have been inspected by Farmers Markets Ontario to ensure that the farm is local and that products sold are actually produced there.

    Whether products are raised, wild-caught, grown or