Hattie Cove Fire Walk

Hattie cove Pukaskwa

Hattie Cove Fire Walk is a 0.4 mile (0.7 km) trail within Pukaskwa National Park. Take a walk through the Hattie Cove Prescribed Fire area and learn about the role of fire in a boreal ecosystem. Roughly one hectare in size, see for yourself how quickly regeneration occurs in the forest.

Group of Seven (Interpretive Panel) - Pukaskwa National Park

Interpretive panel in Pukaskwa National Park

This Group of Seven interpretive installation honours the spot where A.Y. Jackson painted "Entrance to Pukaskwa Bay," in 1960. Sit and enjoy the view that inspired this incredible work of art. The Group of Seven was a group of Canadian landscape painters who were active from 1920 to 1933 The group's landscapes initiated the first major Canadian national art movement.

Such A Nice Day Adventures

Kayaking Such a Nice Day Adventures

Such a Nice Day Adventures (S.A.N.D.) is located on the Canadian north shore of Lake Superior in Rossport Ontario. They are an outdoor adventure and education company that operates south from Thunder Bay to the United States Border and eastward in the Lake Superior National Marine Conservation Area. They offer courses, a variety of guided trips, sea kayaking, voyageur canoeing, hiking, rentals and shuttle service. 

Breeze Bakery

Breeze Bakery cookies

While in Schreiber, look no further than Breeze Bakery to satiate your sweet tooth and caffeine cravings. Creative and innovative drink concoctions, daily fresh baked pastries, snacks and meals will be sure to delight you. Why not pair your java with the waffle of the day – they have a fun new flavor every day! It’s the ideal place to stop to a add a bit of whimsy to your trip.

Sleeping Giant Brewing Co.

Sign inside the brewery

Located in Thunder Bay and named after the well-known natural wonder, the Sleeping Giant Brewing Company offers a selection of beers that will delight novice and sophisticated drinkers alike. The brewery is just a few minutes from Canada Malting Co., meaning both the water and malt are sourced locally. The taproom offers the perfect combination of an industrial and rustic atmosphere that is both impressive and welcoming.

Group Of Seven (Interpretive Panel) - Nipigon Lookout Tower

Group of Seven interpretive panel in Nipigon

Once you’ve caught your breath after experiencing a thrilling 360-degree viewscape at the newly created Nipigon lookout tower, head back down the stairs to have a seat in front of the Moments of Algoma interpretive panel. Learn about the inspiration Frank Johnston took from the Nipigon River and listen to the audio available via the Moments of Algoma app to learn the secrets behind how he marketed himself as a painter.

While in town, head down to the marina area and enjoy a hike along the Nipigon River Recreational Trail access point nearby.  

Group Of Seven (Interpretive Panel) - Terrace Bay Lighthouse

Interpretive Panel for Group of Seven, Terrace Bay

Travel to the centre of town, just off HWY 17 and Simcoe Plaza Road where you’ll spot the Terrace Bay Lighthouse. After taking your photo while sitting on the artist stool at the Moments of Algoma interpretive panel, climb to the top of the lighthouse to view the islands that inspired the painting Slate Islands, Lake Superior, c. 1921 by A.Y Jackson.

Group Of Seven (Interpretive Panel) - Neys Provincial Park

Neys PP Interpretive Panel

Head to the Visitor Centre to chat with staff about the Group of Seven, and to access the awe-inspiring vistas that drew Lawren Harris and the Group of Seven back to this area for many years. Take a mid-way hike break with expansive panoramic views at the gazebo which is in the middle of the 9 km round trip hike on the Pic Island Overlook Trail. Find a Moments of Algoma interpretive installation which highlights even more details about the Group of Seven and their treks along this same landscape.

Group of Seven (Interpretive Panel) - Marathon District Museum and Historical Society

interpretive panel marathon museum

Your Group of Seven experience continues along the North Shore of Lake Superior. Stop by the Marathon District Museum and Historical Society to hear local stories and see photographs related to the Group of Seven. A Moments of Algoma Group of Seven Interpretive installation just outside the Museum, frames how the rugged coastline has been immortalized and permanently captured on canvas by multiple members of the Group.

Group Of Seven (Interpretive Panel) - Pukaskwa National Park

Group of Seven interpretive panel on Horseshoe beach

Trek the Lake Superior shoreline when you travel the Voyageur Trail from Pukaskwa National Park to Pic River.  While still within the park check out Horseshoe Beach where the Moments of Algoma interpretive panel features A.Y. Jackson’s painting Entrance to Puckasawa Bay, c 1960. Though spelt differently at the time than the current National Park name, this painting can be found in the permanent collection at the Art Gallery of Algoma in Sault Ste. Marie. 

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