Event Guide - Forests Ontario

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Table of Contents
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Welcome to the 2016 North American Envirothon
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A welcome from your host—Forests Ontario
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A welcome from the National Conservation Foundation
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Sponsors
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Welcome to Ontario
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2016 North American Envirothon Agenda
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Welcome to Peterborough and the Kawarthas!
Registration
Information for State, Provincial and Territorial Representatives
Team Registration
Required Documents
What does the registration include?
Early Arrival
Special Needs
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Guest Registration
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Minor Registration
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Required Registration Documents for Guests
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Banquet
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Traveling to Trent University
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Crossing the Border
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Timing your Travel
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Flying
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Shuttle Information
Driving
Option 1: Driving from Toronto area
Option 2: Driving from Kingston area
Public Transit
Traveling to Peterborough via Go Train & Go Bus
Greyhound Bus
Getting Around Peterborough
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Travelling to Canada: What Your Need
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Campus Information
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Rooms
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Leaving Campus
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Emergency
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Parking
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Wi-Fi Access
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Banking
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Check Out
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Local Hospital
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Other Information for Teams
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Packing List
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Dress Code
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Trading Fair Items
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Information for Guests
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Tours
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Off Campus Accommodations for Guests
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Things to see and do
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Competition Information
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Learning Resources
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Training Day
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Testing Day
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Presentations
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After the Event
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Check Out
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Photos
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Survey
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Welcome to the 2016 North American Envirothon
A welcome from your host—Forests Ontario
Congratulations on your achievements and representing your province, territory, or state
at the 2016 North American Envirothon. From July 24-29, 2016 you will be joining us
and over 500 visitors at Trent University in beautiful Peterborough, Ontario. Immersed
in nature and culture, this beautiful campus is an ideal location for you and your
students to spend their week. As the host of the big event this summer, we are excited
to welcome you to Ontario to see all that we have to offer!
Forests Ontario is a registered charity and non-profit organization. Our goal is to create
healthy forests for healthy communities by providing tree planting and maintenance
programs, delivering forest education programs, and engaging the community in
learning more about the benefits of forests. We plant over 3 million trees per year
across the province working with hundreds of landowners and partners. We also reach
over 10,000 students each year through our array of education programs and resources.
Our forests provide a wealth of benefits, from the products we use to the beauty they
provide—and our goal is to create a greater connection for everyone.
Forests Ontario coordinates the Ontario Envirothon program. Since 1994, over
10,000 students have participated in the Ontario Envirothon program, and each
year over 1,000 students participate in events across the province. Ontario hosts
up to 20 regional events each year, including a French region. Our regional events
span the province, providing students everywhere with the opportunity to participate
in Envirothon.
We hope you take the time over your visit to see what Ontario is all aboutincluding our
natural beauty, culture, big cities and small towns. Most importantly, we hope you enjoy
your time at the 2016 North American Envirothon.
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A welcome from the National Conservation Foundation
The National Conservation Foundation would like to extend a warm welcome
to all the students, teachers and volunteers to the 2016 North American
Envirothon. Thank you to Forests Ontario and their team for hosting all of
us in beautiful Peterborough and the Kawarthas. The North American
Envirothon wouldn’t be possible without the dedicated support of our
provincial, territorial and state partners, and the host of volunteers and
sponsors that work tirelessly to make the program a success.
Every year, throughout North America, students, teachers, parents,
volunteers and sponsors participate in this amazing natural resource
encounter. Established in 1979, Envirothon is an exciting team-based,
hands-on environmental competition that builds leadership and problemsolving skills for high school students in the U.S. and Canada. The National
Conservation Foundation is pleased to serve as the home of Envirothon
and works to evolve the program toward the vision of expanding Envirothon
beyond North America. Our sponsors shared this vision when they asked
the NCF to take on this challenge. The NCF Envirothon Operating Committee,
now serving under the chairmanship of Barry Burch from Maryland, is
doing an outstanding job of providing continuity and leadership for the
program. Thanks to the Operating Committee, the host committee, and
countless volunteers who have helped make the 2016 NAE a success. Thank
you also to those who work so hard to lead local Envirothon programs
in your home provinces, territories and states. Your work is important to
hundreds of thousands of high school students and their families, and
to the health of the natural resources from which we all benefit.
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Sponsors
The 2016 North American Envirothon is possible because of the support of our amazing sponsors:
GOLD LEVEL
SILVER LEVEL
BRONZE LEVEL
SUPPORTERS
Share your #Envirothon story!
Whether you are studying, getting outdoors, preparing for the competition or checking
out Peterborough, we want you to share your Envirothon experience with everyone by
tagging your photos with #Envirothon!
Follow Forests Ontario on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter
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Welcome to Ontario
Ontario has a lot to offer, being Canada’s most populous province and home to over 13 million
people, with 90% of the provincial population living in southern Ontario. It is Canada’s second
largest province—covering more than one million square kilometers. If you were to drive from the
western side of the province to the east, it would take over 24 hours. If you are planning to fly,
you will likely be landing in Canada’s largest airport—Pearson International—in Ontario’s capital,
Toronto. Toronto and the areas surrounding it are home to more than six million people. If you
are driving, there are a few different ways to get to Peterborough, and those are discussed in the
travel section.
Naturally, Ontario is a place of beauty. It is home to over 250,000 lakes, and more than 60% of the
province is covered in forest – most of it being in northern Ontario. Because the province is so big—
east to west and south to north, you can expect that temperatures also vary across the landscape.
Summer temperatures can soar above 30°C (86°F) while in the winter they can drop below -40°C
(-40°F). Don’t worry, in July the weather is quite pleasant, and maybe just a little hot.
Ontarians are fortunate to have a resource rich province. Ontario is the leading producer of fruits
and vegetables in Canada, and has over 50,000 farms across the province. The province’s forestry
sector supports almost 200,000 direct and indirect jobs across 260 Ontario communities, and
mineral production was more than $10 billion in 2011—one of the top 10 producers in the world
for nickel and platinum.
Aside from our beautiful environment, Ontario is also home to the Toronto Blue Jays and the
Toronto Raptors—both being the only teams to represent Canadian towns in their sport!
The province is also known for beautiful Niagara Falls, the expansive Algonquin Provincial Park,
Parliament Hill (Canada’s version of Capitol Hill) and many other beautiful sites. We hope you
make time to visit some of these awesome attractions!
Ontario emblems:
FLOWER
TREE
BIRD
GEM
White Trillium
Eastern White Pine
Common Loon
Amethyst
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2016 North American Envirothon Agenda
Our goal for the 2016 North American Envirothon is to ensure that you enjoy your week
in Ontario. We have planned fun events for students, teachers and visitors, and an
opportunity to see what Peterborough has to offer. Note that all parts of the agenda are
mandatory for teams, except where identified as “Optional”.
24 Sunday Arrival Day
27 Wednesday Preparation Day
1:00pm–4:00pm
Registration
6:30am–7:30am
Breakfast
4:30pm–6:00pm
Dinner
7:30am
Morning Meeting
6:00pm–7:00pm
Advisor’s Meeting
8:00am
Depart for Presentation Prep
7:00pm–8:30pm
Opening Ceremony
8:00am–4:00pm
NCF–EOC Meeting
8:30pm–10:00pm
Trading Session
8:30am–5:00pm
Optional Advisor Tours
11:00pm
Curfew
8:30am–10:30am
Current Issue Presentation
9:00am–10:00am
Team Buddy Meeting
10:30am–11:00am
Team Buddy and Preparation
Room Assignments
11:00am–12:00pm
Lunch for Students and
Team Buddies
25 Monday Training Day
7:00am–8:00am
Breakfast
8:00am
Morning Meeting
8:30am
Depart for Training
12:00pm–1:00pm
Lunch for Everyone Else
9:00am–11:40am
Training
12:15pm–5:00pm
Presentation Preparation
12:00am–1:00pm
Lunch
1:15pm–3:55pm
Training
5:15pm–6:00pm
Dinner for Students and
Team Buddies
4:00pm
Depart for University
6:00pm–7:00pm
Dinner for Everyone Else
4:30pm–5:00pm
Free Time
6:15pm–8:15pm
Continue Presentation Preparation
5:00pm–6:30pm
Dinner
7:00pm–9:00pm
Study Time (optional)
8:30pm
Hand in Materials
11:00pm
Curfew
9:00pm–10:00pm
Social Activity (optional)
11:00pm
Curfew
26 Tuesday Testing Day
6:30am–7:30am
Breakfast
7:30am
Morning Meeting
8:00am–4:00pm
Optional Adviser Tours
8:00am
28 Thursday Presentation Day
6:30am–7:30am
Breakfast
7:30am
Morning Meeting
Depart for Testing
8:15am–11:45am
First Round of Presentations
9:00am–9:50am
Testing Station #1
9:30am–11:45am
VIP Judges Orientation
10:05am–10:55am
Testing Station #2
12:00–1:00pm
Lunch
11:30am–12:30pm
Lunch
1:30pm–1:45pm
Top 3 Announcement
12:45pm–1:35pm
Testing Station #3
1:45pm–2:15pm
Entertainment
1:50pm–2:40pm
Testing Station #4
2:30pm–4:45pm
Top 3 Presentations
2:55pm–3:45pm
Testing Station #5
4:00pm
Travel to Evening Activity
7:00pm–9:00pm
BBQ Dinner &
Awards Presentation
5:00–9:00pm
Evening Activity
9:00pm–11:30pm
Closing Bonfire
9:30pm
Depart for University
12:00pm
Curfew
11:00pm
Curfew
29 Friday Departure Day
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Breakfast, Checkout & Departures
Trent University
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Welcome to Peterborough & the Kawarthas!
Just 90 minutes east of the Greater Toronto Area, the Peterborough & the Kawarthas region
offers amazing volume and a variety of experiences that ring true. One vibrant city; Eight diverse
townships; Two First Nations communities. Peterborough & the Kawarthas are a rich mix of heritage
city, cottage country and flourishing farmlands that makes living and visiting something out of the
ordinary. The people who make up this community are friendly and down to earth. The landscapes
and streetscapes range from urban streets to quaint village to breathtakingly beautiful backcountry.
Peterborough & the Kawarthas has been shaped by its connection to water. Located along the
Trent-Severn Waterway, a National Historic Site of Canada, recreational opportunities on the water
are seemingly endless. This region is truly a boater’s and paddler’s paradise. More than a century
ago, First Nations people named the region surrounding modern day Peterborough “Kawartha”—
a Mississauga word meaning “bright waters and happy lands”. Often referred to as “land of shining
waters”, the region includes 151 easily accessible clear water lakes.
The Peterborough Lift Lock on the Trent-Severn Waterway is the highest hydraulic lift lock in the
world, with a boat lift of 19.8 m (65 ft). Opened on July 9, 1904, it leaves a visible and lasting
impact on Peterborough’s landscape and is a must see for visitors to the region.
The Canadian Canoe Museum is a unique national heritage centre that explores the canoe’s
enduring significance to the peoples of Canada. Experience the world’s largest collection of canoes,
kayaks and paddle watercraft and learn how the canoe has defined the Canadian character and
spirit. Spanning the country from coast to coast to coast, the museum’s outstanding artifacts will
allow you to see Canada by canoe.
Peterborough & the Kawarthas is rich in aboriginal history and is home to Curve Lake and Hiawatha
First Nations. Some of the most unique gems in the region come from this heritage, such as
Petroglyphs Provincial Park, where the largest collection of aboriginal rock carvings on the continent
can be found. Tour the Whetung Gallery and get a behind the scenes look in the craft workshops,
rare arts and crafts from First Nations across North America, a museum showcasing local history,
rare artifacts and a souvenir shop.
There is so much to do and see in Peterborough & the Kawarthas you just might need to plan a
return visit. Listen to the symphony, watch a play, or play outdoors! Browse galleries, visit Lang
Pioneer Village, where settler life is recreated, or historic Hope Mill. Try spelunking at Warsaw Caves
Conservation Area, a series of seven caves formed thousands of years ago at the end of the last ice
age by the rushing melting waters of glaciers.
The region is brimming with restaurants, farms and food businesses. Whether you choose to bring
the ingredients home to your own table or visit the label of our local talented chefs, the freshest
of seasonal food is yours to discover. The region has over 300 diverse dining establishments and
a vibrant local food scene. The chefs that work and live there artfully offer up food that embraces
unique ingredients with global flavours. Many of the chefs have chosen Peterborough & the
Kawarthas after working at world-class restaurants in cosmopolitan cities and renowned resorts
because of the amazing access to passionate producers and great local products.
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In Peterborough & the Kawarthas all roads lead to trails…and more trails, including trails for hiking,
cycling, horseback riding, snowmobiling or simply walking. Get out in the summer sun. Breathe
fresh air. Just get off the sofa. Trails are a wonderful way to explore the outdoors and all you have
to do is follow the path… or make your own. The world’s longest recreational trail—which runs
23,000 kilometres across Canada—runs right through Peterborough & the Kawarthas on its way to
the Pacific coast.
Our link in the Trans Canada Trail follows an old railroad corridor that goes straight through the City
of Peterborough. It’s a gentle grade and accessible to all abilities. But it’s only the beginning. Within
Peterborough and Lakefield are urban trails in park settings, perfect for a casual stroll while out in
the countryside. There are hundreds of kilometres to explore.
Come out and experience the personality and charm of Downtown Peterborough, the hub of the
Kawarthas cottage country. With personalized service and big city selection, Downtown Peterborough
offers unique fashion boutiques, specialty shops and country markets, to fine dining, trendy cafes,
pubs and nightclubs, live music, theatre, and much more, all within walking distance along the
picturesque Otonabee River.
What to expect in Peterborough:
Average daily temperatures in July—High 26C / Low 15C
Average daily rainfall in July—2.25mm
Prepare for humid weather
T icks—be prepared for the potential for ticks, especially while in and around
tall grasses and shrubs. Take time at the end of every day to check for ticks.
osquitoes—There is simply no avoiding them. Use a good quality bug spray
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with DEET and apply liberally. Good luck!
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Registration
Registration for the 2016 North American Envirothon can be completed on the NCF-Envirothon
website at www.envirothon.org.
Registration Deadline: June 10, 2016
(Note: The deadline for registration/certification for teams holding events in the last week
of May/early June is 7 days post event). Please contact NCF-Envirothon directly if you have
concerns at www.envirothon.org or email [email protected].
Information for State, Provincial and Territorial Representatives
Every state, provincial or territorial representative will receive a Team Certification form. The state/
provincial/territorial representative is responsible for distributing and collecting the necessary
registration/certification documents for the team members and advisors. The representative
must then submit the Team Certification on-line to the NCF office along with the team registration
payment prior to the deadline.
Team Registration
Team Registration (2 Advisors and 5 team members): $ 1500.00 USD/team
•• Mixed gender teams MUST have a Male & Female chaperone
•• Payment can be made by PayPal or by cheque/money order
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egistration fees (US certified cheque/money order) are made payable to
NCF-Envirothon and mailed to:
NCF-Envirothon
Attn: Rich Duesterhaus
509 Capitol Court N.E.
Washington, D.C. 20002
•• T eam Registration and early arrival fee(s) will be paid by state/provincial/territorial
representative via Team Certification. Please indicate your Invoice No. and which
state/province/territory the registration fee is paying for when you are submitting
your payment.
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Required Documents
•• Team Certification
•• Team Registration(s) includes:
· Photo Release—Each participant
· Rules & Regulations—Each participant
· Proof of Medical Insurance—Each participant
· Each participant is required to have valid health insurance coverage
and must provide proof of insurance prior to travel to the NCF-Envirothon
· Scans of both sides of the insurance card and submit with your registration form
What does the registration include?
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oom, linens, meals and events during the competition week only (Sunday, July 24
afternoon to Friday, July 29 morning). Food will be available for purchase at times
outside of those provided with your registration.
•• Air-conditioning is not available in the residence buildings on this campus.
•• T he linens provided for each bed will be: (1) sheet set, (1) pillow, (1) towel, (1) hand
towel, (1) washcloth and (1) blanket. There will be an opportunity to exchange linens
during the week.
•• Shampoo and soap will also be provided.
•• Laundry facilities are available in each residence hall.
· Each team will be issued a laundry card. You will have to load funds onto the card
before using the laundry facilities. Each load costs approximately CAD $1.50.
Early Arrival
There will be an early arrival option for teams to arrive one day early on Saturday, July 23, 2016.
The cost per team is $250.00 USD which covers lodging only. Food may be purchased in the
cafeteria or in nearby restaurants in Peterborough. Payment for early arrival should be included
during the registration process.
Special Needs
If you or anyone on your team requires special needs, please contact Forests Ontario’s Event
Coordinator - Chrystal Henning at [email protected].
Guest Registration
Guest registration is $800.00 USD/per person for all meals and accommodations from dinner on
July 24, 2016 to breakfast on July 29, 2016. Guests are allowed to arrive one day early on Saturday,
July 23 and registration is $50 USD for one day for lodging only. Food may be purchased in
the cafeteria or there are restaurants in Peterborough. Payment for early arrival should be included
during the registration process.
For those staying off campus but wishing to participate during the day the day rate for
any visitors is $50 USD per day. This covers food and activities, but not lodging for the day.
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Minor Registration
Registration fees for children ages 3-12 is $400.00 USD per child (Sunday, July 24- Friday, July 29)
Registration fees for children over 12 years old are subject to adult rates of $800.00 USD per child
for the event (Sunday, July 24- Friday, July 29)
•• If the child is related to their chaperone and chooses to stay in the same room as their
chaperone, they will be eligible for a rate of $400 USD per child
•• If the child is not related to their chaperone, they will be required to have their own
room and be charged at the adult rate ($800.00 USD per child)
· Early arrival rates are the same as regular guests at $50 USD for one day for
lodging only
· All minors must be accompanied by an adult chaperone at all times. If their
chaperone chooses to take part in tours or leave campus, they are required to
take their minor with them or assign a chaperone to the minor.
· Advisors cannot supervise their team and any minor, an additional chaperone will
be required.
Required Registration Documents for Guests
•• Registration Form
· Medical Release (included in the Registration form)
· Photo Release (included in the Registration form)
· Rules/Regulations (included in the Registration form)
•• Proof of Medical Insurance
· Each participant is required to have valid health insurance coverage and must
provide proof of insurance prior to travel to the NCF-Envirothon
· Scans of both sides of the insurance card and submit with your registration form
•• Payment
Banquet
The Banquet will be held on Thursday, July 28 at Trent University. The Banquet is included in
regular registration. Those interested in only attending the banquet or purchasing additional
Banquet tickets can do so for $40.00 USD each. Banquet tickets can be purchased online only
using PayPal at http://www.envirothon.org/event-registration-2016.
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Traveling to Trent University
Crossing the Border
There are numerous border crossings that can be taken if you choose to drive to the Envirothon
event. Please find more information about crossing the border on the next page.
Border Crossings to Ontario: https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=zDTJ6y58yl1Q.
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Border Crossing Locations
Trent University & Border
Crossing Locations
Trent University
St-Bernard-de-Lacolle:
Highway 15
Seaway International Bridge
(Cornwall)
Ogdensburg Border Patrol
Station
Thousand Islands Bridge
CBSA Peace Bridge
Rainbow Bridge Toll Gate
Lewiston-Queenston bridge
Detroit Windsor Tunnel
Ambassador Bridge
Blue Water Bridge Canada
Sault Ste. Marie CBSA
Fort Frances Bridge
Timing your Travel
Arrival
Toronto is Canada’s largest and busiest city, so expect road delays when traveling to or from
Toronto. If you are planning to arrive on Friday, it is highly advised that you plan on arriving/
driving through Toronto before 3pm or after 6pm. Leaving the city during rush hour to travel to
Peterborough at this time is not ideal. Saturday and Sunday arrivals are more flexible and will avoid
more of the expected traffic.
Departure
If you plan on departing on Friday, July 29 please plan for a departure time after 10:00am including
flights. Traveling to Toronto on Friday morning can take up to 3.5 hours from Peterborough because
of rush hour traffic if traveling anywhere between 6:00am-9:00am. Regular travel time to Toronto
from Peterborough is approximately 2 hours outside of rush hour.
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Flying
Recommended Option: Flying into Toronto Pearson International Airport
(150km / 90 miles from Peterborough)
Toronto Pearson International Airport is Canada’s largest and busiest airport, in Canada’s largest
and busiest city. This architecturally stunning, completely functional and incredibly friendly airport
is the hub for some 400,000 flights a year and over 38.6 million passengers annually. When you
consider that Canada’s population is roughly 36 million, that’s more than the entire country!
Traveling through Toronto Pearson International Airport is the recommended option for teams
traveling to the 2016 North American Envirothon due to its location outside of the downtown core,
its accessibility to car rental services, and because shuttle service will only be available for teams
traveling to Peterborough through Pearson International Airport.
Envirothon Shuttle
Shuttle Service—Shuttle service from the Toronto Pearson International Airport to the campus
provided on:
•• Sunday, July 24, 2015 from 10:00am to 5:00 pm
•• Shuttles will be based off of arrival times of teams
•• Return shuttle will be available on Friday, July 29, 2016 from 7am until noon
•• T he round trip cost will be for $30 USD per person, one way cost will be
$15 USD per person
•• Cost per team will be $200 USD round trip
Registration for shuttle service will open later this spring. Please visit www.forestsontario.ca
for more info or contact [email protected].
Airport Shuttles
Airport shuttles can also be arranged on your own through:
•• Century Transportation http://www.centurytransportation.ca/
•• Welsh Limousine http://www.welshlimousine.com/airport-services.php
•• Peterborough Airport Shuttle http://www.shuttle.ca/peterborough-airport-shuttle.html
Rent a Car
Toronto Pearson International Airport On-Site Car Rentals
Whether you’re planning to explore Ontario or simply heading to Envirothon, you can pick up and
drop off a vehicle at any of the six on-site rental agencies at Toronto Pearson International Airport.
You’ll find the car rental counters on Level 1 of the parking garages adjacent to both terminals. Once you get your rental car, you will then follow Option 1 driving directions below.
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To make reservations, or learn more, please contact car rental agencies directly. Avis Tel: 1.800.TRY.AVIS (1.800.879.2847)
Terminal 1 – (905) 676.1032/33 Terminal 3 – (905) 676.1034/35
Budget
Tel: 1.800.268.8900 Terminal 1 – (905) 676.1500 Terminal 3 – (905) 676.0522
Enterprise Rent.A.Car Tel: 1.800.RENT.ACAR Hertz Tel: 1.800.263.0600 Terminal 1 and 3 – (416) 674.2020
National/Alamo
Tel: 1.800.CAR.RENT or 1.800.GO.ALAMO Terminal 1 and 3 – (905) 676.2647
Dollar/Thrifty
Tel (Dollar): 1.800.800.4000
Tel (Thrifty): 1.800.THRIFTY (1.800.847.4389)
Terminal 1 – (905) 676.9127
Terminal 3 – (905) 671.7830
Toronto Pearson International Airport Off-site Car Rentals
Car rentals are available outside of the airport by taking the LINK train network. The LINK train
network is a train that operates in the airport bringing passengers from different terminals, as well
as connecting you from a terminal to car rentals and parking garages. You should head towards
Viscount Station if you plan on renting a car outside of the airport. Rentals off-site are often
reduced.
LINK train offers transportation 24/7 and connects you to:
•• Terminal 1
•• Terminal 3 and the Sheraton Gateway Hotel
•• Viscount Station and the Value Park Garage, Value Park Lot and ALT Hotel
The Union Pearson Express can be found at this station, which can be taken to downtown Toronto.
Once you get your rental car, you will then follow Option 1 driving directions below.
Alternate Option: Flying into Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport
(150km / 90 miles from Peterborough)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport, located on an island in Toronto Harbour, is just offshore from
the city’s downtown business and tourism districts. The airport is connected to the mainland
by the pedestrian tunnel, or the short ferry ride that is scheduled to run every 15 minutes. Billy
Bishop Toronto City Airport provides great access to downtown Toronto for those looking to spend
some time exploring before or after Envirothon. Note that flights only to the eastern part of North
America currently travel to this airport. For more information, visit www.flyporter.com.
No shuttle service will be provided to teams flying to or from Billy Bishop Airport. If you are driving,
Peterborough is approximately 150 km / 87 miles from this airport and requires you to drive
through downtown Toronto to access the major highways. For those teams wishing to connect to
the Envirothon Shuttle service being offered from Toronto Pearson Airport, you can take the free
shuttle provided by the airport from Billy Bishop Airport to Union Station, and then take the Union
Pearson Express train right to Pearson Airport. It takes approximately 1 hour to get from Billy
Bishop Airport to Toronto Pearson International Airport by transit.
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Rent a Car
The only car rental service operating directly from Billy Bishop Airport is Hertz. Rentals with Hertz
can be made by visiting: https://www.flyporter.com/Travel/Car-Rental?culture=en-CA
Other car rental services are offered in the downtown core. Take the free shuttle from Billy Bishop
Airport to Union Station to access more car rental services. You will then follow Option 1 driving
directions below.
Alternate Option: Ottawa International Airport
(275km / 170 miles from Peterborough)
Ottawa International Airport could be a better option for teams traveling to the 2016 North
American Envirothon from Eastern Canada or the United States Eastern Seaboard. This airport
is approximately 275 km / 170 miles from Peterborough and will take over 3 hours to drive to.
Once landing in Ottawa you will need to rent a car and proceed along Highway 7, following the
driving directions in Option 2 below.
Alternate Option: Buffalo Niagara International Airport
(300km / 200 miles from Peterborough)
Buffalo Niagara International Airport is a great option for teams traveling to the 2016 North
American Envirothon. This airport is approximately 300 km / 200 miles from Peterborough
and will take over 3 hours to drive to. Once landing in Buffalo you will need to rent a car and
proceed through Toronto, according to driving directions Option 1 below.
Driving
Option 1: Driving from Toronto area
Please note that the following routes are only recommendations. Please use your own directions
when planning to drive to Peterborough.
Highway 401: If driving, it is strongly advised to travel earlier in the day to avoid rush hour traffic
if you plan to travel on Friday, July 22. The traffic on the 401 travelling eastbound will begin around
2:00pm and runs till about 7:00pm. Traveling on Saturday or Sunday is advised, as traffic will be
much less during these times.
Traveling to Peterborough from Toronto takes approximately 1 hour 45 minutes (150 km / 90 miles)
in good traffic. The most direct and free route is to take Highway 401 eastbound to exit 436—
Highway 115. You then take Highway 115 all the way north for 56 km / 35 miles into Peterborough.
It takes approximately 1 hour to travel from Toronto to Highway 115, and then 45 minutes to
Peterborough from Highway 115.
Toll Route: A toll route is also available traveling from Toronto to Peterborough. The route begins
at the junction of the Queen Elizabeth Way (QEW) and Highway 403 in Burlington, and travels
107.3 km (66.7 mi) across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) to Highway 7 and Brock Road (Durham
Regional Road 1) in Pickering. From there you can access Highway 115 to Peterborough. Unlike
a traditional toll highway, there are NO TOLL BOOTHS to stop at. Overhead cameras are located at
all on and off ramps and electronically record the vehicle’s license plate. The toll is then calculated
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automatically, and a bill is sent to the registered owner of the vehicle. There is no other way to pay
407 tolls. All Canadian provinces and most American states have reciprocal agreements regarding
collection of toll charges. Non-Ontario plates are billed and incur a higher cost than Ontario plates.
The cost of travelling on the 407 depends on how far you travel, the time of day & year as well as
the type of vehicle. For more information please visit https://www.407etr.com/en/index.html
Highway 7: If you are looking for a more leisurely and scenic route, consider taking Highway 7.
Take Highway 401 east to Highway 404 / Don Valley Parkway North. Take Regional Road 40 /
Bloomington Road to Highway 7 across to Peterborough. This will take approximately 2 hours.
Option 2: Driving from the Ottawa area
From the Ottawa International Airport, take the Airport Parkway (Rte 79) north toward the TransCanada Highway (ON-417). Head west on the 417 and take exit 145 for ON Hwy 7 toward Carleton.
Take Highway 7 approximately 190km directly into Peterborough.
Option 3: Driving from the Kingston area
The Thousand Islands Bridge—Alexandria Bay/Lansdowne – US Interstate 81 / ON 137 is one of the
10 most used border crossings between Canada and the US. Therefore plan to expect delays. From
this crossing, you can connect directly to Highway 401 West. Take Highway 401 west for 200 km to
Port Hope, then take exit 464 to County Rd 28 N. Take this for 30 km to Highway 115 N which will
take you directly into Peterborough.
For more information about other border crossings please refer to the information above.
Public Transit
Traveling to Peterborough via Go Train & Go Bus
Go Train offers transportation service from downtown Toronto to Peterborough via train and bus.
While this is not the most recommended route, the route does give your team the opportunity
to visit downtown Toronto. This may also be an option for teams arriving via Billy Bishop Toronto
Island Airport.
Toronto Pearson International Airport Arrivals: Union Pearson Express takes you from Toronto
Pearson International Airport to Union Station terminal in downtown Toronto via train. It is
located in Terminal 1, directly adjacent to the Link Train service linking Terminals 1 and 3. The
Pearson Station service counter is in the International Arrivals hall of Terminal 1. Tickets can
be bought in advance online, at GO stations and also purchased using PRESTO. Buy tickets online
at https://www.upexpress.com/Tickets/BuyTickets or at the counter at the airport.
Billy Bishop Toronto Island Airport Arrivals: Take the free shuttle from the airport to Union Station.
Once you have arrived at Union Station check times of eastbound trains and linking busses to
Peterborough from Oshawa. Upon arriving at Union Station you can purchase a ticket from the
counter from Union Station to Peterborough bus terminal – be sure to keep your ticket with you
as you will use it to board the bus in Oshawa.
You will board the Lakeshore East train towards Oshawa and ride the train to Oshawa which is the last
stop. Upon arriving in Oshawa you will get off of the train and walk to the bus area (approximately
1-2 minutes). Here you will board onto the “88” bus towards Peterborough. From here you can take
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Greyhound Bus
The Greyhound can be accessed from the downtown Toronto bus station. If you are arriving by
plane, you will need to make additional arrangements to get yourself to the bus station. You can go
to the Greyhound website and check to see if there are schedules for your selected day of departure.
https://greyhound.ca/farefinder/step2.aspx?SessionId=#
Getting Around Peterborough
Peterborough Transit
Peterborough Transit provides an affordable and easy way to get around Peterborough from Trent
University. For more information about Peterborough Transit, please visit: http://www.peterborough.
ca/Assets/City+Assets/LIS/Documents/Transit+Map.pdf
Peterborough Taxis
Call-A-Cab Taxis
705.745.2424/ 1.888.829.4489
Capitol Taxi
705.742.4242/ 1.888.271.8613
Car Rentals
Car Rentals are available within Peterborough, but not through Trent University. All car rental
locations are off campus.
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1.800.261.7331
Discount Car & Truck Rentals
705.749.6119
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Travelling to Canada: What You Need
The documents required to cross the Canada-U.S. border depend on your citizenship, age, and
mode of travel.
The information in this document applies to US citizens. If you hold a different passport/
citizenship visit http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/menu-eng.html to learn more about required
documentation.
Please note that for all modes of entry the Government of Canada strongly recommends that
travellers carry a valid passport as it is the only universally-accepted identification document.
All travellers entering Canada via plane are required to present a valid U.S. Passport. If
travelling by land, adults will need to present a valid U.S. Passport. Children under 15 years
of age (or 16-18 years old and traveling with a supervised school or other youth group) may
present one of the following as proof of citizenship without photo ID:
•• a U.S. birth certificate (original or certified copy)
•• U.S. consular report of birth abroad
•• Certificate of U.S. Naturalization
Travelling with Minors
If a minor (child under 18) is traveling with someone other than his or her guardian, border
authorities will want to see a parental consent letter from both of the child’s parents / guardians
to provide authorization for their trip into Canada. A consent letter must include the parents’
or legal guardians’ full name, address and telephone number. Ideally, the letter will be notarized
to further support its authenticity. A sample letter of consent can be found at the end of
this document.
Restricted and Prohibited Goods
Firearms and weapons: You must declare all weapons and firearms before entering Canada.
Canadian firearms laws differ substantially from firearms laws in the United States. Possession
of certain firearms and weapons in Canada is illegal; these items will be seized at the border.
The following link provides more information:
http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/publications/pub/bsf5044-eng.html
Prescription Medication: Prescription medications should be transported in their original container.
Travellers should also have a copy of the prescription on hand. It is recommended that you travel
with maximum 90 day supply of any medication.
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Food, plants, animals and related products: You must declare all food, plants, animals,
and related products before entering Canada. The following link provides more information on
importation requirements:
http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/fpa-apa/menu-eng.html
General guidelines on what food, plants, animals and related products that you can or cannot bring
into Canada can be found at the following link:
http://inspection.gc.ca/food/information-for-consumers/travellers/what-can-i-bring-into-canada-/
eng/1389648337546/1389648516990
Getting a U.S Passport
It is recommended that you begin your passport application early as processing times can take
5 weeks or longer. For complete details and links to required forms visit
http://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/passports/first-time.html
Additional Information
For more information about travelling to Canada please visit the Canadian Border Services Agency
or the U.S Passports & International Travel websites.
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Recommended Consent Letter for Children Travelling Abroad
The following sample consent letter, provided by Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada, can be modified to meet
your specific needs. For instructions and an interactive form you can use to create a customized letter, visit travel.gc.ca/letter.
To whom it may concern,
I / We,
full name(s) of parent(s) / person(s) / organization giving consent
Address:
street address, city
province/state, country
Telephone and email:
telephone
email
am / are the parent(s), legal guardian(s) or other authorized person(s) or organization with custody rights, access
rights or parental authority over the following child:
Information about travelling child
Name:
child’s full name
Date and place of birth:
Number and date of issue
of passport (if available):
Issuing authority of passport
(if available):
Birth certificate
registration number
Issuing authority
of birth certificate
dd/mm/yyyy
city, province/territory
number
dd/mm/yyyy
country where passport was issued
number
province / territory where birth certificate was issued
Information about accompanying person (leave blank if child is travelling alone)
This child has my / our consent to travel alone
or
This child has my / our consent to travel with
Name:
full name of accompanying person
Relationship to child:
mother, father, grandparent, sister, brother, relative, friend, other
Number and date of issue
of passport:
number
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Issuing authority of passport:
country where passport was issued
Contact information during trip
I / We give our consent for this child to travel to:
Destination(s):
name of destination country / countries
Travel dates:
date of departure to date of return
to stay with / at (if applicable)
name of person with whom child will be staying / hotel or
other accommodation
at the following address(es)
street address(es), city (cities)
province(s)/state(s), country (countries)
Telephone and email:
telephone
email
This letter may be signed before a witness who has attained the age of majority (18 or 19, depending on the province or territory
of residence) OR certified by an official who has the authority to administer an oath or solemn declaration (recommended).
Signature(s) of person(s)
giving consent
Signature of witness
or
Signature of official
Signed before
me on this
full name of witness
,
day of
month
signature(s) of person(s)
giving consent
signature of witness
dd/mm/yyyy
dd/mm/yyyy
,
year
by
name(s) of person(s) giving consent
city, province/
territory
signature of official
name / title of official
Questions regarding information in this consent letter should be directed to the person(s) or organization giving consent.
(seal)
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Campus Information
Rooms
Rooms are a combination of suites and dorm style rooms with shared bathrooms. Air conditioning
will not be available. Please be prepared for warm evening conditions and pack accordingly.
More information about rooms will be available later this spring. Residences have bathroom
facilities per level to share with other rooms. Students, guests and advisors will be arranged in
residences accordingly.
Leaving Campus
If you plan on leaving campus at any time during the event, please report to the War Room
(location TBD) and provide a volunteer with contact information while you are off campus.
Emergency
In case of emergency, please report to the War Room to inform a representative from the
2016 North American Envirothon.
Trent University has a daily office number that is meant for on-site guest requirements
(e.g. if you’re locked out of your room).
Office Number (7:00AM–11:00PM):
705.748.1011 ext. 7070
Parking
Parking will be available in designated areas for those staying on campus. Parking is included in
the registration. Parking passes are required and can be obtained during registration. Vehicles
without appropriate parking passes may be ticketed or towed. Adequate parking is available on
Trent University campus.
Parking is available for day visitors at a rate of between CAD $4.50 and $9.00. Parking passes can
be obtained at the front desk or by using the automated machines in the lots. Parking passes are
not required for Saturdays and Sundays.
Wi-Fi Access
Free Wi-Fi Access is available to all visitors. You will be given login information upon arrival.
Banking
Banking/ATM—There are three ATM CashnGo machines on campus. Students can withdraw money in
Otonabee College near the cafeteria, in Champlain College near the Bookstore and in Blackburn Hall.
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Campus Rules
•• Smoking is prohibited inside any buildings on campus
•• No alcohol is to be consumed in any public areas on campus
•• No weapons, ammunition or fireworks are permitted on campus
•• T he university has a zero tolerance to the use of illegal drugs and to any matters
with respect to harassment
•• Excessive noise and disruption is not allowed after 11:00pm
•• E mergency telephones are available across the campus and emergency numbers
are prominently displayed beside each phone
Check Out
The Ontario Host Committee and the campus have requested that everyone complete the checkout
process on: Friday, July 29, 2016. Students will turn their keys into their advisors to return to
the front desk and everyone else will turn the keys into front desk of each dorm. Please leave used
linens in the room.
Lost keys pose a significant threat to students on campus. If a key is lost, the full lock-set is
changed. Therefore any lost keys will face a penalty of $125.00 CDN. Any key not returned within
72 hours is considered lost.
Visitors will also be issued access cards. Replacement of any lost access cards will cost $10.00
replacement fee charged to the guest or team.
Local Hospital
The hospital is location approximately 10 km/15 miles from Trent University.
Peterborough Regional Health Care Centre
1 Hospital Drive
Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 7C6
T: 705.743.2121
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Other Information for Teams
Packing List
Check
Item
Alarm clock
Lightweight hiking boots or runners (must bring closed toed shoes)
Socks and underwear
Lightweight pants for evening and testing day (helps with mosquitoes)
Lightweight shorts for day time if desired
Casual shirts
Banquet attire
State/Provincial Shirt (note that you will be required to wear this shirt for 2 days, bring more than one if possible)
Sleepwear
Rain gear
Hat
Jacket or sweater
Sunglasses
Extra towel/facecloth
Insect repellent (lots!)
Sunblock
Flashlight and batteries
Prescribed and over the counter medications as required
Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, personal hygiene items)
Reusable water bottle (one will also be provided to students for the week)
Daypack
Health Card and other medical information
Optional
Camera
Items for trading session
Phone
DO NOT BRING
Knives, guns, hatchets or other dangerous items
Valuable items like jewelry, good clothes, money
Cigarettes (facilities at Trent University are non-smoking)
Matches or lighters
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Dress Code
As mentioned earlier, the weather in Peterborough can be quite warm in the summer. Note that
Ontario has a lot of mosquitoes! Please pack accordingly to ensure you are protected.
Daily Wardrobe
SUNDAY Travel Clothes, State/Provincial/Territorial shirt for evening
MONDAY State/Provincial/Territorial t-shirt (outside all day, group photo)
TUESDAY 2016 NAE t-shirt (provided by Ontario)
WEDNESDAY Casual, comfortable clothes (oral prep inside all day)
THURSDAY Presentation clothes*/ Banquet Clothes** for evening
FRIDAY Travel Clothes
*A Presentation shirt may be provided by Ontario; Please bring appropriate presentation clothes in the event that shirts are
not provided—ensure that the clothing has no indication of where your team is from (school, city, state/province/territory)
**Please note that the Awards Banquet on Thursday, July 28th will be a semi-formal banquet and ceremony
(i.e. Pants/Shirt/Tie, Dresses/Pant Suits—No shorts/T-shirts)
Trading Fair Items
Teams will be allowed to ship up to one (1) box per team of trading items. Boxes must not exceed
2ft x 2ft x 2ft in dimensions. Boxes should be clearly labeled with “Envirothon” and should not be
sent before July 1st and should arrive before July 20, 2016.
Please ship your trade items to the following address:
Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry
Attn: Geoff Clark
300 Water Street
2nd Floor, North Tower
Peterborough, Ontario
Canada
K9J 8M5
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Information for Guests
Tours
Please note that tour information will be available on the Forests Ontario website page closer to the
event at www.forestsontario.ca.
Off Campus Accommodations for Guests
HOTEL
Comfort Inn & Suites Peterborough
1209 Lansdowne St. West, Peterborough
t: 705.740.7000
DETAILS
•• 20 minute drive (12km/7.5 miles) from Trent U
•• Located near many amenities on Lansdowne Street
•• Includes:
Hot breakfast - Wi-Fi - Pool - Parking - Restaurant
HOTEL
DETAILS
Peterborough Inn & Suites
312 George St. North, Peterborough
t: 1.866.446.4456
e: [email protected]
•• 12 minute drive (7km/4 mile) away from Trent U
•• Located right in the heart of down town walking distance
to many local eateries, movie theater & more
•• Includes:
deluxe breakfast - Wi-Fi - Parking - Business centre, fitness
room & sauna - 15% discount card for select restaurants
HOTEL
DETAILS
Super Eight Peterborough
•• 20 minute drive (12km/7.5 miles) from Trent U
•• 10 minute drive (5 km/3 miles) from downtown core
•• Plenty of restaurants & stores located nearby
•• Includes:
Breakfast - Wi-Fi - Parking - Mini fridge & microwaves
in room - Pool & exercise room
1257 Lansdowne St. West, Peterborough
t: 705.876.8898
HOTEL
DETAILS
Best Western Plus Otonabee Inn
84 Lansdowne St. East, Peterborough
t: 705.742.3454
•• 15 minute drive (11 km/6.8 miles) from Trent U
•• 5 minute drive (2 km/1.2 miles) from downtown core
•• Includes:
High speed internet - Breakfast - Parking - Fitness centre,
hot tube & pool
HOTEL
DETAILS
Holiday Inn Peterborough- Waterfront
150 George Street, Peterborough
t: 1.877.660.8550
•• 15 minute drive (11 km/6.8 miles) from Trent U
•• >5 minute drive (2 km/1.2 miles) from downtown core
•• Situated on Trent Severn Waterway
HOTEL
DETAILS
Liftlock B&B
•• 10 minute drive (6 km/3.7 miles) from Trent U
•• 8 minute drive (3 km/1.8 miles) from downtown core
•• Adjacent to large nature reserve
•• Includes:
Breakfast (price reduced if not needed) - Parking
Canoes (weather permitting)
810 Canal Road, Peterborough
t: 705.742.0110
e: [email protected]
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Things to See and Do
ATTRACTION
DETAILS
Indian River Reptile Zoo
•• 20 minute drive (23 km/14 miles) from Peterborough
•• Canada’s only zoological reptile facility
2206 County Rd 38, Indian River, ON, K0L 2B0
t: 705.639.1143
ATTRACTION
DETAILS
Lang Pioneer Village
•• 20 minute drive (19 km/11 miles) from Peterborough
•• Living history museum located in the hamlet of Lang
in Peterborough County
104 Lang Road, Keene, ON, K0L 2G0
t: 1.866.289.5264
ATTRACTION
DETAILS
Petroglyphs Provincial Park
•• 50 minute drive (54 km/ 33.5 miles) from Peterborough
•• Largest concentration of Aboriginal rock carvings in Canada
•• Include access to Learning Place Interpretive Centre
•• Park entrance fees apply
2249 Northerys Bay Road, Woodview, ON, K0L 3E0
t: 705.877.2552
ATTRACTION
DETAILS
Whetung Ojibwa Crafts and Art Gallery
•• 35 minute drive (34 km/ 21 miles) from Peterborough
•• Located in Curve Lake First Nation Reserve
•• Large collection of Native crafts as well as fine art, jewelry, moccasins,
leather work and sculptures 875 Mississauga Street, Curve Lake, ON, K0L 2J0
t: 705.657.3661
ATTRACTION
DETAILS
Peterborough Lift Locks
•• Located in Peterborough, Ontario
•• 5 minute drive (2 km/ 1.2 miles) from downtown
•• Lock 21 is the highest hydraulic lift lock in the world!
353 Hunter Street East, Peterborough, ON
ATTRACTION
DETAILS
Art Gallery of Peterborough
250 Crescent Street, Peterborough, ON
t: 705.743.9179
•• Located in Peterborough, Ontario
•• 3 minute drive (2 km/1.2 miles) from downtown core
•• Collection of contemporary visual art from artists across Canada
ATTRACTION
DETAILS
Riverview Park & Zoo
•• Located in Peterborough, Ontario
•• 5 minute drive (4 km/2.4 miles) from downtown core
•• Free admission
1230 Water Street, Peterborough, ON
ATTRACTION
DETAILS
Canadian Canoe Museum
910 Monaghan Road, Peterborough, ON
t: 705.748.9153
•• Located in Peterborough, Ontario
•• 6 minute drive (4 km/2.4 miles) from downtown core
•• Museum works to preserve & share the culture & history of canoes
ATTRACTION
DETAILS
Peterborough Museum & Archives
300 Hunter Street East, Peterborough, ON
t: 705.743.5180
•• Located in Peterborough, Ontario
•• 5 minute drive (2 km/ 1.2 miles) from downtown core
•• Features over 22,000 artifacts exploring local history
ATTRACTION
DETAILS
Mario Cortellucci Hunting & Fishing Heritage Centre
•• Located in Peterborough, Ontario
•• 10 minute drive (6 km/3.7 miles) from downtown core
•• Education centre with interactive displays
4601 Guthrie Drive, Peterborough, ON
t: 705.748.6324
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ATTRACTION
DETAILS
Peterborough Bowlerama
845 Chemong Rd, Peterborough, ON
t: 705.745.9212
•• Located in Peterborough, Ontario
•• 5 minute drive (2 km/ 1.2 miles) from downtown core
•• 5 & 10 pin bowling, 28 lanes
ATTRACTION
DETAILS
Zap Attack Laser Tag
822 Rye Street Peterborough, ON
t: 705.760.9998
e: [email protected]
••
•• Located in Peterborough, Ontario
•• 8 minute drive (5 km/ 3 miles) from downtown core
•• Reservations recommended
ATTRACTION
DETAILS
Wild Rock Outfitters
•• Located in downtown Peterborough, Ontario
•• Outdoor equipment store with gear rentals including bikes, canoes
and camping equipment
169 Charlotte Street Peterborough, ON
t: 705.745.9133
e: [email protected]
ATTRACTION
DETAILS
Galaxy Cinemas
•• Located in downtown Peterborough, Ontario
•• Movie theater
320 Water Street, Peterborough, ON
t: 705.749.2000
ATTRACTION
DETAILS
Peterborough Pedal n’Paddle
•• Bike, canoe, kayak and stand up paddle board rentals
•• Located in downtown Peterborough
100 King Street, Peterborough, ON
t: 705.927.5915
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Competition Information
Learning Resources
All learning resources can be found on the Forests Ontario website at
http://www.forestsontario.ca/education/programs/north-american-envirothon-2016.
•• Aquatics Study Guide
•• Wildlife Study Guide
•• Forestry Study Guide
•• Soils Study Guide
•• Current Issue: Invasive Species
Training Day
Students will have the opportunity to participate in two workshops on workshop day - one in the
morning, and one in the afternoon. Only one person per team will be allowed to participate in a
workshop at once. Team members will be required to sign up for their chosen workshops during
registration.
Students will be encouraged to write down any questions they have during the workshop, to be
asked as a collective group at the completion of the workshop. This is to ensure all students from
every team are able to hear the question and answer.
Tests will be a combination of materials provided to teams ahead of the competition and material
covered during the workshop.
Testing Day
The testing format for the 2016 North American Envirothon will be station testing. This means that
every testing stop will have questions associated with that core subject (wildlife, forests, aquatics,
soils and current issue). Each core topic may also have additional questions related to the current
issue. Testing times will be limited to under an hour for each test.
Presentations
Teams will be given exactly the same amount of time to prepare for their presentations. Teams
will be required to be a part of the 6 hour and 45 min sequestration time, and will be unable to
leave early.
Presentations at the North American Envirothon are 20 minutes in length. Students will be stopped
at the 20 minute mark during their final presentation time. Judges will have the opportunity to ask
questions for up to 10 minutes following this.
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Top 3 teams overall will represent to the whole audience in front of a panel of VIP judges.
Presentation Materials
•• large bristol board
•• coloured markers
•• tape
•• 50 notecards
•• pens and pencils
•• scissors
•• coloured construction paper
•• white printing paper
•• ruler
•• eraser
•• glue stick
•• tape
•• sticky notes
After the Event
Check Out
Everyone should complete check out on Friday, July 29, 2016 no later than noon. Students should
turn their keys into their advisor and then keys can be turned into the residence desks. Linens can
be left in the room.
Photos
We want everyone to know what Envirothon is all about. If you didn’t get a chance to share your
photos during the event, please make sure to share after. Tag all photos with #Envirothon so we can
highlight the reach of this program!
Survey
You and your team will be sent a survey from NCF-Envirothon following the event. Please ensure
that you fill this out so future hosts can plan for a successful event.
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