Hockley Valley is part of the Niagara Escarpment which was created by a long
process of erosion. The escarpment cuts dramatically across the southern
heartland of the province. Hockley Valley is part of the Niagara Parks System,
and the Niagara Escarpment Biosphere Reserve. There are no visitor facilities,
but Hockley Valley provides good opportunities for hiking and nature
appreciation. The Bruce Trail, as well as several side trails, wind through the
reserve (see map above). Location: Six km. Northeast of
Orangeville
Arboretum
University of Guelph
Arboreta have their origins in the
private collections of tree fanciers and foresters. Some would specialize in
conifers or in maples, some might specialize in the trees of China. Financial
support usually came from family wealth and often these gardens have been gifted
to the state or nation. Few Arboreta were started by educational institutions.
The Arnold Arboretum at Harvard University was founded in 1872 on the $100,000
gift by a whaling merchant, James Arnold, to build an Arboretum at the
University. The new arboretum accepted a mandate to grow every kind of tree that
would survive in the Boston area. The Arboretum, University of Guelph, has taken
inspiration and direction from this world famous institution that is almost 100
years older.
The Arboretum grounds cover 165
hectares with horticultural gardens, botanical collections and gene conservation
programs set among old growth forests and meadow ecosystems. The Gosling
Wildlife Gardens are the oldest, and best, public example of a wildlife
attracting garden in Ontario. A walk along The Ivey Trail is an excellent
introduction to many aspects of The Arboretum. Without the efforts of over 100
volunteer auxiliary members from the city of Guelph and the University
community, and financial support of hundreds of people, The Arboretum could not
be what it is today. The Arboretum is a significant visitor attraction as well
as an important amenity for the citizens of Guelph and
Ontario.
Just 2 hours from Orangeville, you will
discover Southern Ontario tourism that includes Niagara Falls. Surrounded by
three Great Lakes, Southern Ontario is Canada�s number one vacation destination.
From the beauty and serenity of our countryside to the vitality of our towns and
cities, you are sure to enjoy exploring Southern Ontario, its theaters, dining
and shopping.
RESORTS AND SPAS
So much,
so close, so personal...Nested in over 300 acres of spectacular countryside in The Hills
of Headwaters, Hockley Valley Resort, located just 10 minutes from Orangeville,
is the perfect place for a fall escape. The magnificent rural property boasts 104 elegantly appointed
guest rooms, award-winning cuisine, an elegant European Spa, indoor swimming
pool, sauna and whirlpool, snowshoeing, and skating on our outdoor rink.
They offer a variety of winter getaway
packages, that include accommodation, dining, an extensive ski
program , snowboarding, and a wonderful Spa experience.
Our packages can also include dining in our Horizons Dining Room which features
award winning cuisine. For directions
Just minutes from Orangeville
and situated in the rolling
countryside of Ontario's Caledon Hills, the historic Millcroft Inn and Spa is a
refreshing blend of rural serenity and sophisticated hospitality. Their natural
setting�45 hectares (100 acres) of woodland and meadow in Southern Ontario
provides for hiking and cross-country skiing; championship golf is available
just minutes away.
This is where you can enjoy that special
evening, partake in the Chef's Tasting Menu Dinners or drop in and select from their outstanding
menus.
HEALTH
CONCERNS
Headwaters Health Care Centre operates two sites - Headwaters Orangeville, a
108-bed acute care facility and Headwaters Shelburne, a 33-bed complex
continuing care hospital.
Inpatient services at Headwaters Orangeville
include diagnostic imaging, general surgery, internal medicine, palliative care,
obstetrics, and paediatrics. Outpatient services include clinics for breast
feeding, cardiac wellness, chemotherapy, diabetes education, dialysis, holter
monitoring, oncology, orthopaedics, rehabilitation and respiratory therapy.
Headwaters Emergency Department offers 24/7coverage.
The Headwaters Shelburne site offers inpatient
services in slow stream rehabilitation, functional evaluation/medical
assessment, palliative care, respite and complex continuing care. Outpatient
services include diabetes education, diagnostic imaging, laboratory,
physiotherapy and speech-language pathology.
Headwaters Orangeville is a state-of -the-art
hospital that opened in May 1997. It has been recognized for its design,
receiving the Ontario Architectural Association design Award in 2000, and for
its services, receiving the 3-M Health Care Quality Team Award in 1999 and a
full three-year Accreditation in 2003. Headwaters Department of Laboratory
Services was also awarded a five � year accreditation in December
2004.
Known for its rolling hills, deep valleys, unsurpassed fall
colours and being the headwaters of four major river systems, the Headwaters
region provides a spectacular backdrop for the Credit Valley Explorer�s journey.
Travelling on a rail route established 125 years ago along the edge of the
Niagara Escarpment, the 70km adventure aboard classic rail cars is sure to be a
memorable experience.