Accommodations in Paris Ontario. Hotels, Bed & Breakfasts, Retreat Centres and Riverside Camping all close to our outdoor adventures on the Grand River.
Grand River Fishing
Learn to Fish Lessons & Fishing Trips on Ontario's Grand River.
Small Mouth Bass & Steelhead Trout fishing on the Middle Grand River… in 1990 the Grand River won the award in Australia for the best managed river in the world. This restored river hosts 90 different species of fish, with a growing population of bald eagles and osprey. An amazing wilderness setting of pools and swifts offering excellent spincast and fly fishing opportunities in Southern Ontario’s back yard.
Grand River Rafting fishing partners offer fly fishing lessons, fly fishing walk & wade trips and fly fishing drift boat excursions.
If you don’t fly fish, but do regular fishing (spin cast), we have partners that offer a basic “learn to fish” course… as well as guided walk & wade trips, kayak fishing and drift boats.
Fly Water Guiding Services & Lessons
Offering fly fishing instruction lessons and guided trips between Cambridge and Brantford.
For fly fishing lessons, it is a ratio of 1:1-4 people, with a maximum of 12. Lessons include all equipment, setup & knots, casting instruction, fly patterns & insects, reading the water, safety, conservation and etiquette. Can customize 2 hour programs… but normally lessons are 4-5 hours.
If wishing a guided fly fishing trip on the Middle Grand. There are two options: “Walk & Wade” or a Drift Boat excursions. trips are 5-6 hours, but again can be customized.
Tyler Dunsmore is the owner of this fly fishing company and can be contacted best by email.
Friends on the Fly
Larry Mellor offers indoor & outdoor fly fishing sessions along the Middle Grand section near Paris, Ontario.
Larry will do fly fishing lessons for 1-4 people, and can join up with other instructors to do larger groups. Lessons include all equipment, setup & knots, casting instruction, fly patterns & insects, reading the water, safety, conservation and etiquette.
Larry also champions many aquatic renewal and stream habitat improvement for trout on many of the local brooks and creeks in the Grand River Valley.
If wishing a guided drift boat fly fishing experience or a walk & wade on the Middle Grand. Contact Larry at this email.
BAER Fishing Adventures
Learn how to fish for beginners is a 3-4 hour lesson that BAER Fishing adventures excels at. This program cover choosing your equipment, tying knots, techniques for rigging, how to cast and retrieve, choice of baits & lures, setting the hook, safely handling fish and removing the hook.
If wishing to do a kayak fishing adventure in the valley, Baer offers a 5-6 hour excursion with all gear supplied. They have the capacity for up to 4 people with a guide and all equipment supplied.
Another option is to do a guided fishing trip in a drift boat down the Grand River. This is a great trip down the river with capacity for 2 people plus the guide.
For more information about spin cast fishing trips on the Grand River … please contact Baer Fishing Adventures.
Accommodations
The Arlington Hotel
Located in beautiful Paris, Ontario, the Arlington Hotel overlooks the Grand River and bustling downtown. With wonderful views and a unique collection of rooms and suites, this historic landmark is the perfect choice for your next getaway. Only moments away from major attractions and events, the Arlington is the perfect escape from the ordinary.
Address: 106 Grand River Street North, Paris, Ont N3L 2M5
Phone: 226 227 1767
Website: www.arlingtonhotel.ca
Hampton Inn Brantford
Located 1 km off the 403 Highway with easy access. Has meeting rooms with capacity for 400 people. Located just outside of the beautiful town of Paris. About 10 minutes away from all Grand River Rafting launch sites. Located right on the edge of the cycling and hiking Rail Trail system.
Address: 20 Fen Ridge Court, Brantford, Ont N3V 1G2
Phone: 519 720 0084
Website: Hampton Inn
Paris Restaurants
Discover the Restaurants of “Paris on the Grand”.
You don’t have to paddle… to enjoy good food!
The restaurants are an attraction in themselves.
You can experience riverside dining that is indoors, patios… or rooftops.
Paris has it all… family-pub-gourmet… the flavour is here!
Name: SECRET LUNCH
Venue: Secret Lunch is a charming eatery with a “vintage 1950’s” atmosphere. The menu features delicious dishes like the bulgogi sandwich and the Drunken Noodles. The service is great, and the food is “to die for” with tender prime rib and flavorful noodle bowls with Pan-Asian recipes.
Location: 32 Dundas St. W, Paris
Website: learn more
Phone: 226-920-6387
Name: Stillwaters Plate & Pour
Venue: Our mission is simple. Create unforgettable food in an unforgettable atmosphere. Co-owners Matt Cummings and Chef William Thompson of Food Network’s Top Chef Canada have combined to create a mixture of comfort, fun and affordable elegance.
Location: 61 Grand River St. N. Paris, On N3L 2M3
Website: learn more
Phone: 519-302-3000
Name: The Paris Beer Company
Venue: Paris’ first taproom brewery with a focus on quality beer, a taproom where beer can be sampled and enjoyed with delicious food and great ambiance. On-site, beer, food and entertainment combine to create a local, cultural experience for residents and visitors alike.
Location: 31 Mechanic Street, Paris, On N3L 1K1
Website: learn more
Phone: 519-442-4447
Name: The Cobblestone Public House
Venue: Whether it be for beer and wings, steak and wine or a night out with the family, come and experience casual dining the way it was meant to be.
Location: 111 Grand River St N, Paris, ON N3L 2M4
Website: learn more
Phone: 519-442-1820
Name: Juniper Dining Co.
Venue: Inspired by French Bistros and Lyonnaise Bouchon cuisine, a modern fine dining restaurant with a comfortable and casual environment. We marry quality local and seasonal ingredients with inventive cocktails, local beers and carefully chosen wines to create memorable experiences, time and time again.
Location: 3 Elm Street, Paris, On N3L 2L6.
Website: learn more
Phone: 519-302-2200
Name: Legends Taphouse & Grill
Venue: the best big-time small-town sports themed restaurant; offers a warm pub-like atmosphere, with all the technical attractions to support a sports fan’s needs! Boasting sixteen 70″ wall-mounted plasmas. You and your friends will never go hungry.
Location: 1084 Rest Acres Road, Paris, On, N3L 4G7
Website: learn more
Phone: 519-302-7000
Name: 2 Rivers Restaurant
Venue: Overlooking the Grand River, 2 Rivers is located in beautiful downtown Paris. The Riverside Terrace allows visitors to enjoy the view while dining on our delicious foods. Evening events such as barbeque nights, wine tastings and beer tastings will be hosted by the rivers edge.
Location: 25 Grand River St N, Paris, ON N3L 2L9
Website: learn more
Phone: (519) 442-3233
Name: The Olde School Restaurant
Venue: Her Majesty the Queen dined here and now you can too! If you want fine dining at affordable prices. Our building is a converted schoolhouse dating back to the 1870s, known as the Moyle School. We strive to make every dining experience memorable and special with our fine food.
Location: Paris Rd West and 687 Powerline Rd, Brantford, ON, N3V 0A4
Website: learn more
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Name: Camp 31 BBQ
Venue: established in 1985, and we’ve been serving up mouth watering authentic southern BBQ ever since. We are one of the highest productive BBQ teams, cooking the best Southern Style Bar-B-Que around – Slow smoked over hickory logs ensuring the tenderest meat and the most flavourfull rib experience!
Location: 22 Paris Rd, Paris, On. N3L 5X2
Website: learn more
Phone: 519-442-3560
Name: Capesh Craft Kitchen & Cellar
Venue: Specializing in handmade pizza, gourmet pasta, sandwiches, salads, a bit of Greek, Indian, Thai and so much more! Join us on our 2 riverside patios, inside – in our bar, lounge or dining room with a fully open concept kitchen! Or join us in our quiet cellar area downstairs.
Location: 59 Grand River St N, Paris, ON N3L 2M3
Website: learn more
Phone: 519-302-3001
Name: The Storehouse
Venue: Stocked every day with delicious pastries that are perfect for on-the-go… with our freshly made coffee. Did you know: all of our baked goods are made in-house? Chef Nic & his team bake all of our delicious brioche buns fresh for you each day!
Location: 31 Mechanic Street, Paris, ON, N3L 1K1
Phone: 519-442-4447
Spicy Jan’s Food & Beverage Concierge Service
Needing suggestions on where to dine when visiting Paris & area?
Connect with our local food & beverage enthusiast Spicy Jan, owner of Tasty Road Trips Food Tours.
Jan loves to take a bite of the food and beverage options in the area! From fine-dining, to sweet shops, pizza and a local marketplace … plus everything in between.
Spicy Jan can guide you to a delicious experience every time, while you are visiting the Prettiest Little Town in Canada, Paris Ontario.
Other Eateries in Paris Ontario…
Paris has Swiss Chalet, Harvey’s, MacDonalds, Subway, Tim Hortons, Fry Wagons, Ice Cream Shops and Pizza.
Other Family Restaurants are the Grand Bayou Cajun Kitchen, Scott’s Family Restaurant, Jade’s Chinese Food, Detour Cafe,.Twisted Treats Ice Cream, Dog Eared Cafe
Visit Tripadvisors restaurants in Paris… learn more
Other Activities
Food & Beverage Road Trips
Take your taste buds on an adventure instead! Meet Spicy Jan, curator of some amazing Tasty Road Trips. Jan will arrange a tour of flavours… highlighting nearby small towns, chefs, breweries and food creators. She looks after everything… all you have to do is take a seat and go! She can offer experiential corporate team building, mystery tours or “sip & eat road trips. If you never had done anything like this… try it!
To create your own customized corporate food & brew tour… contact Spicy Jan.
Corporate Fly Fishing Lessons
Ontario Fly fishing lessons for 2-12 people. Fly Water offers all inclusive fly fishing instruction for 2-4 hours pending the available time window. The program covers casting techniques, tying knots, equipment and flies. This is a hands-on program where all skills are learned by practise. Prices vary with time frame and group size.
If wishing a group fly fishing experience on the Grand River… this can be arranged too. Fly Water offer drift boats and walk & wade experiences for trout and bass.
For more information, contact Tyler Dunsmore, owner of Fly Water.
Indoor Gun & Archery Range
Gun Slingers & Robin Hoods… corporate indoor archery and firearm range.Nearby Triggers and Bows has two indoor group ranges and meeting rooms with catering available. Firearm packages are all inclusive offering a selection of different hand guns and rifles with ammunition. For archery rentals, recurve or compound bows can be rented. Onsite meeting rooms can hold up to 30 people with five different caters available.
To customize your own corporate event… contact Triggers & Bows near Burford, Ontario
Local Golf Courses
Golfing in Brant & Brantford. If not wishing to explore the Grand River, there are five golf courses open for corporate events within 20 minutes of Grand River Rafting. Two are about 10 minutes away, Burford Golf Links and Northridge Public Golf Course. The next two are about 15 minutes away, Brant Valley Golf Club and The Oaks of St George Golf Club and Fescue’s Edge Golf Club is about 20 minutes away. So golfing or paddling… we have both options covered.
Interactive Indigenous Dancing
Dance or Sing with the First Nations. Grand River Rafting works with many Indigenous partners. We can offer ceremonial drum welcome ceremony with a group smudging experience (about 15-20 mins). For those that want to be a Rock Star… our group competitive powwow singing is definitely a highlight for many groups (about 60 minutes). For those wanting to dance, we offer the opportunity to do indigenous social group dancing to drums for about 60-90 minutes. Let us know what type of experience you would like… and we will introduce you to our partners.
Grand River Dinner Cruise
Unwind & Dine on the Grand River. Do a corporate event with Grand River Dinner Cruises. They have 3 dinner cruise boats that can each hold 40-60 passengers. All boats are wheelchair accessible and liquor licensed. They offer lunch cruises, sunset dinner cruises and private cruises. Minimum group size is 20 people. Cruises can be customized for 2-3.5 hours with a full hot meal served. Live entertainment can also be arranged.
For more information… contact Grand River Dinner Cruises
Zodiac ... Zip to the Tip
Do a Zodiac Trip to the Tip of Long Point. If a small corporate group of 11 or less… this is a “one of a kind” experience. Long Point Tours is the only way to the end of the world’s longest sand-spit of pristine wilderness. The zodiac ride is a thrill in itself as you skim along in a former Coast Guard rescue boat. Below are over 300 ship wrecks around Long Point. Arriving at the “Point” is a different place… no cottages… no crowds… a true “Erie” quietness.
For more information on these zodiac trips… contact Long Point Tours
Redback Bus Rentals & Tours
Looking for Mini Coach Transportation? Redback Tours specializes in luxury mini coach charters for corporate groups of up to 35 people. So if looking for a way to move your team to the Grand River Valley… this is one service you should consider. Redback also does Hamilton Waterfalls Tours, Beer & Cider Tours and Niagara Wine Tours. They can also do group airport transfers for up to 22 people. So lots of options with this company.
For more information… contact Redback Tours directly.
Star Gazing & Zip Lines
Try a “Smorgasbord of Adventures” on Lake Erie. Long Point Eco Adventures is the stay-cation spot of Lake Erie. They have tree top ziplines, the award winning Burning Kiln Winery, gourmet food, mountain bike trails, star gazing and overnight glamping. The setting is on the bluffs overlooking Lake Erie. If you want to go swimming… just 3 kms away are the white sand beaches of Turkey Point. Also nearby are the Zodiac Long Point Tours, Baer Fishing Adventure charters and Big Creek kayak trips… what more could one ask for!
To learn more… contact Long Point Eco Adventures.
Team Building
Team Building Challenges on the Grand River
Our corporate team building programs allow everyone to play regardless of size, age or skill.
The team challenges are based on imagination… with the idea of having fun together.
We use two different setting for our corporate adventures… rafts where you can experience everything together… or a land-based survival cook-off challenge.
Grand River Rafting hosts over 40,000 people yearly… the company is ranked in the top 2% out of 1,700 outdoor adventures in Ontario.
If wanted… we have caterers that can supply tripper lunches or shoreline barbeques before or after your team event.
Corporate Team Survival Cook-Off
Survival Description:
This adventure starts with a 1 km guided walk learning wild edible plants and trees along the way. We arrive at the challenge area… try the fresh water springs… and then the contest begins.
- Each team is given a selection of wild edible plants, cooking utensils, a bag of rice and a trout.
- On the word “go”… each team has to build a fire, prepare the edibles, and cook the rice.
- Then they have to “gut” the trout and stuff it with the rice and wild edibles to do a “Master Chef” cook-off.
- After a set time… the judging guides evaluate each team based on food presentation, taste and efficiency of teamwork.
- Winner is announced… and then the teams devour their efforts!
Start Time: With this corporate quest, choose your own start time. Normally takes 2-2.5 hours
Price: $30 per person plus HST (minimum price is $300)
Price Includes:
- Interpretive Hiking Guide
- All cooking utensils
- Rice, spices, edibles, drinking water and trout
How To Book: Because this is a customized program, you cannot book online. Please email us or call our office to arrange your corporate adventure.
Corporate Team Rafting Challenges
Rafting Description:
Experience everything together in our non-tip rafts… friendly for non-swimmers.
The Grand River averages about 1 meter in depth, it is slow moving with some easy rapids.
With our corporate adventures choose your own start time.
Rafting is 3-4 hours… we can customize a shorter trip.
As you paddle down the river… stop to try some fresh water springs… body surf in a river current.. breathe in an amazing wilderness setting.
Along the way… we do 2 of our team building challenges:
1) Fork It Over… each raft has one balloon tied on it… and each raft is equipped with plastic forks… and the goal is to pop the balloon on the other rafts, but protect your own.
2) Noah’s Rock… each team is given duct tape. They must collect wood from the bush, build & design a duct-tape ark that will support a 10 lb rock in a race through rapids on the river.
3) Blind Man’s Race… everyone is blind-folded in the raft except for the chosen”eye”. This person sits in the front to direct. This is a race across the river and back with the “eye”directing their blind folded paddling team!
Price: $55 per person plus HST (minimum price based on $440 per raft).
Price Includes: Boat, paddle, life-jacket, drinking water and dry bag. One river guide per raft. River safety & orientation talk. Shuttle ride to start point if needed.
How To Book: Because this is a customized program you cannot book online. Please email us or call our office to arrange your corporate adventure.
Corporate Super Board Experience
Paddle the 8 Person Beast:
Become best friends or worst enemies!
The beast is 18ft long and 5 ft wide… super stable!
We have 4 of these Super Boards to explore the Grand River on.
The Grand River averages about 1 meter in depth, it is slow moving with some easy rapids.
With our corporate adventures choose your own start time.
The Super Board Trip can be 2-4 hours depending on the distance chosen.
A group lessons are included with the Super Board Experience.
As you paddle down the river… stop to try some fresh water springs… body surf in a river current.. breathe in an amazing wilderness setting.
Price: $150 per board plus $10 per person plus HST.
Price Includes: Lesson, Super Board, paddles, life-jackets, drinking water and dry bag. River safety & orientation talk. Plus shuttle ride to start point if needed.
How To Book: Because this is a customized program you cannot book online. Please email us or call our office to arrange your corporate adventure.
Because our corporate trips are customized, please call our office at 519-442-2519 or email us to get quotes and itineraries.
Shoreline Barbeques
Meeting Rooms & Hotels
Local Eateries
How Your Trip Works: Once booked… we will send you a confirmation with what to bring and where to meet. Upon arrival, there are washrooms, then meet your guides and do an orientation talk, pack up the gear and the adventure begins.
Weather & Cancellation Policies: Final price is based on headcount given 48 hours out from date of event.If cancellation is given 48 hours in advance, there is a full deposit refund.
If bad weather… we will contact you by 7am that morning or decide the night before. Your group has 3 choices if bad weather:
- Move start time around
- Choose another date
- Get a full refund
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What to Bring For Water Adventures:
- Good sunscreen, hat, sun glasses, retainer string for eye glasses, water & snacks, gloves if hands blister easily, lip balm.
- Bring footwear you don’t mind getting wet… the river bottom is rocky.
- If you burn easy… long sleeves and pants… otherwise swim suits or clothes that dry quickly. Denim jeans are not a good idea… they stay wet forever!
- If cooler weather… dress in layers so you can strip down as you get hot.
What to Bring For Land Adventures:
- Good sunscreen and hat.
- Bring footwear for walking on uneven terrain.
- If you burn easy or attract insects… long sleeves and pants.
- If cooler weather… dress in layers so you can strip down as you get warm.
Catering
Catering Services – Lunches – Shoreline BBQs
Our caters can provide three different meal options.
“Food to Go” is a tripper lunch to take with you on your adventure.
Our “Plain Jane” is a shoreline barbeque of hamburgs & hotdogs
The “Grand BBQ” is a feast of smoked chicken, pork or beef.
Our caters are local and do special dietary needs too.
TRIPPER LUNCH
(Wrap-sandwich catering for ten or more people)
Price: $13.00 with HST included.
Menu Option Includes:
Sliced meat (turkey, pastrami & ham) or vegetarian sandwich on whole grain bread
Pita crisps with house made hummus
Hand fruit
House made square or cookie
Pop, Water or Juice
Plain Jane BBQ
(Catering based on the minimum price of 20 people)
Price: $14.50 per adult… youth 6-12 yrs is $11.50 with HST included
Price Includes:
One jumbo hotdog
One hamburg
Choice of two from 5 salads… Classic Caesar, Greek, Avocado Coleslaw, Quinoa Tabbouleh or Life Salad
A sweet tray with squares, cookies and fruit
Cold pop, juice and water
Other Menu Option For Groups of 10 or more:
Sandwiches and wraps – mixed platter of sandwiches, fresh green salad and drinks. $10/person min. 5 people
GRAND BBQ
(Catering based on the minimum price of 20 people)
Price: $21.00 for two proteins, or $25.00 for 3 proteins with HST included.
Children 6-12 yrs: $17.00 for two proteins or $21.00 for 3 proteins with HST included.
Price Includes:
Smoked chicken, pulled pork, sausage, beef brisket and BBQ pulled chicken
A selection of 3 different salads from choice of five… Classic Caesar, Greek, Avocado Coleslaw, Quinoa Tabbouleh or Life Salad
A sweet tray of cookies, tarts and squares
A fruit tray
Cold pop, juice and water
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Accommodations
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Nearby Hotels with Grand River Rafting
Arlington Hotel in Paris
LOCATION: 106 Grand River Street North, Paris, ON
CAPACITY: 23 rooms
SITE DESCRIPTION: A unique hotel where each room has its own theme. Located in the downtown core of Paris... within walking distances of boat launches.
AMENITIES: Has restaurant and bar located on ground floor with free parking.
NEARBY STORES: Shops and restaurants all within easy walking distance
PRICE: Visit website
CONTACT: Phone 226-227-1767
CAPACITY: 23 rooms
SITE DESCRIPTION: A unique hotel where each room has its own theme. Located in the downtown core of Paris... within walking distances of boat launches.
AMENITIES: Has restaurant and bar located on ground floor with free parking.
NEARBY STORES: Shops and restaurants all within easy walking distance
PRICE: Visit website
CONTACT: Phone 226-227-1767
Hampton Inn in Brantford
LOCATION: 20 Fen Ridge Court, Brantford, ON
CAPACITY: 84 rooms
SITE DESCRIPTION: Located 1 km off the 403 Highway... easily accessible
AMENITIES: Fitness center, salt pool, jacuzzi, laundry
NEARBY STORES: 5 km from Paris or brantford
PRICE: Visit website
CONTACT: 519-720-0084
CAPACITY: 84 rooms
SITE DESCRIPTION: Located 1 km off the 403 Highway... easily accessible
AMENITIES: Fitness center, salt pool, jacuzzi, laundry
NEARBY STORES: 5 km from Paris or brantford
PRICE: Visit website
CONTACT: 519-720-0084
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Hamilton
LOCATION: 1195 Upper James Street, Hamilton
SITE DESCRIPTION: Located right next to the Lincoln Alexander Exit.
AMENITIES: Rooms with Kitchen, Complimentary hot buffet breakfast , BBQ (Weber Grill) , Heated Saltwater pool, Fitness centre
NEARBY STORES: Shoeless Joe’s , Turtle Jack, August 8, The Keg
PHONE: 905-488-0555
SITE DESCRIPTION: Located right next to the Lincoln Alexander Exit.
AMENITIES: Rooms with Kitchen, Complimentary hot buffet breakfast , BBQ (Weber Grill) , Heated Saltwater pool, Fitness centre
NEARBY STORES: Shoeless Joe’s , Turtle Jack, August 8, The Keg
PHONE: 905-488-0555
Best Western Brantford
LOCATION: 19 Holiday Dr., Brantford, ON
CAPACITY: 150 rooms
SITE DESCRIPTION: Located just off the 403 Highway in Brantford
AMENITIES: Pool, fitness centre, laundry, inhouse restaurant.
NEARBY STORES: Within easy driving distances
PRICE: See website
CAPACITY: 150 rooms
SITE DESCRIPTION: Located just off the 403 Highway in Brantford
AMENITIES: Pool, fitness centre, laundry, inhouse restaurant.
NEARBY STORES: Within easy driving distances
PRICE: See website
Days Inn by Wyndham Brantford
LOCATION: 460 Fairview Drive, Brantford, ON
CAPACITY: 75 rooms
SITE DESCRIPTION: Days Inn by Wyndham Brantford is recently renovated and can guarantee a clean, comfortable, and affordable experience, every time. Within walking distance to 15 restaurants, 3 grocery stores and 3 shopping centers.
AMENITIES: Included: Free parking, free wi-fi, free hot breakfast and a refrigerator and microwave in every room.
NEARBY STORES: Canadian Tire, Zehrs, Lynden Park Mall, Home Sense, Costco
PRICE: Visit website, group rates available by calling directly
CAPACITY: 75 rooms
SITE DESCRIPTION: Days Inn by Wyndham Brantford is recently renovated and can guarantee a clean, comfortable, and affordable experience, every time. Within walking distance to 15 restaurants, 3 grocery stores and 3 shopping centers.
AMENITIES: Included: Free parking, free wi-fi, free hot breakfast and a refrigerator and microwave in every room.
NEARBY STORES: Canadian Tire, Zehrs, Lynden Park Mall, Home Sense, Costco
PRICE: Visit website, group rates available by calling directly
CONTACT: 519-759-2700 – ask for Samantha for group bookings
E-MAIL: [email protected]
WEBSITE: Days Inn by Wyndham Brantford
Home2 Suites by Hilton Brantford
LOCATION: 27 Sinclair Boulevard, Building 2, Brantford, ON N3S 7X6
CAPACITY: 90 people
SITE DESCRIPTION: 90 unit all-suite, extended stay hotel featuring contemporary accommodations.
AMENITIES: All suites include a kitchen and guests may enjoy breakfast daily, Wi-Fi and parking. The hotel features a pool, patio and combined fitness centre/coin laundry. The hotel is pet friendly.
NEARBY STORES: Close to Lynden Park Mall, Canadian Tire, Zehr's, Lococco, many fast food and full service restaurants within walking distance or a short drive away
PRICE: varies depending on room type and time of year
CAPACITY: 90 people
SITE DESCRIPTION: 90 unit all-suite, extended stay hotel featuring contemporary accommodations.
AMENITIES: All suites include a kitchen and guests may enjoy breakfast daily, Wi-Fi and parking. The hotel features a pool, patio and combined fitness centre/coin laundry. The hotel is pet friendly.
NEARBY STORES: Close to Lynden Park Mall, Canadian Tire, Zehr's, Lococco, many fast food and full service restaurants within walking distance or a short drive away
PRICE: varies depending on room type and time of year
West Wind Airbnb (Farm Experience)
LOCATION: 207 Governors Road, East Paris, ON
CAPACITY: 4 people
SITE DESCRIPTION: Upscale 2 bedroom (1 fold out sofa bed) fully appointed kitchen and bathroom, large living room and dining room
AMENITIES: Free parking, in-suite washer & dryer, see website
NEARBY STORES: 5 minutes from Walmart, etc.
PRICE: See website
CAPACITY: 4 people
SITE DESCRIPTION: Upscale 2 bedroom (1 fold out sofa bed) fully appointed kitchen and bathroom, large living room and dining room
AMENITIES: Free parking, in-suite washer & dryer, see website
NEARBY STORES: 5 minutes from Walmart, etc.
PRICE: See website
Chiefswood Park Cabins Six Nations
LOCATION: 1037 Highway 54, Caledonia ON N3W 2G9
CAPACITY: 1-6 guests per cabin,
SITE DESCRIPTION: The park spans 20 acres along the grand river and is enveloped by a mature hardwood forest canopy.
AMENITIES: Free parking, fully equipped kitchenette, 4 burner stove top, heating/cooling system, WiFi, multi-bedrooms depending on cabins chosen
NEARBY STORES: Visitors have the freedom to explore the community, shop locally, win big at Six Nations Bingo, take in a show at the Gathering Place by the Grand and view wildlife along the riverbanks.
PRICE: See website and click book now to see prices
CAPACITY: 1-6 guests per cabin,
SITE DESCRIPTION: The park spans 20 acres along the grand river and is enveloped by a mature hardwood forest canopy.
AMENITIES: Free parking, fully equipped kitchenette, 4 burner stove top, heating/cooling system, WiFi, multi-bedrooms depending on cabins chosen
NEARBY STORES: Visitors have the freedom to explore the community, shop locally, win big at Six Nations Bingo, take in a show at the Gathering Place by the Grand and view wildlife along the riverbanks.
PRICE: See website and click book now to see prices
Grand River Trailer and Tenting Campsites
Birley Gates Campsites
LOCATION: 142 West River Rd S, Brant, On
CAPACITY: has 12 campsites... tents or trailers
SITE DESCRIPTION: Some sites on the Grand River... other sites overlooking the Grand River
AMENITIES: picnic tables, fire pit, running water available nearby, small picnic shelter in area, firewood for sale, some sites have hydro
NEARBY STORES: The town of Paris is less then 5 kms away
PRICE: See website
CONTACT: Reservations only... please call 519-755-6530
CAPACITY: has 12 campsites... tents or trailers
SITE DESCRIPTION: Some sites on the Grand River... other sites overlooking the Grand River
AMENITIES: picnic tables, fire pit, running water available nearby, small picnic shelter in area, firewood for sale, some sites have hydro
NEARBY STORES: The town of Paris is less then 5 kms away
PRICE: See website
CONTACT: Reservations only... please call 519-755-6530
Five Oaks Grand River Campsites
LOCATION: 1 Bethel Rd, Brant, On
CAPACITY: Has availability for 1-100 people
SITE DESCRIPTION: Some sites along river... other isolated sites on a forested hilltop
AMENITIES: Flush toilets, showers, firewood. picnic table, fire pit
NEARBY STORES: About 6 km from the town of Paris
PRICE: See website
CONTACT: Please call 519-442-3212
CAPACITY: Has availability for 1-100 people
SITE DESCRIPTION: Some sites along river... other isolated sites on a forested hilltop
AMENITIES: Flush toilets, showers, firewood. picnic table, fire pit
NEARBY STORES: About 6 km from the town of Paris
PRICE: See website
CONTACT: Please call 519-442-3212
The Farm Hipcamp
LOCATION: 6 Lyons Road, Paris, ON
CAPACITY: 4 Sites
SITE DESCRIPTION: Level, drive-through sites for RV’s, campers, tents…
AMENITIES: Picnic Tables and Firepits, Toilet
NEARBY STORES: 5 minutes from Walmart, etc.
PRICE: See Website
CAPACITY: 4 Sites
SITE DESCRIPTION: Level, drive-through sites for RV’s, campers, tents…
AMENITIES: Picnic Tables and Firepits, Toilet
NEARBY STORES: 5 minutes from Walmart, etc.
PRICE: See Website
Brant Park Conservation Area Campsites
LOCATION: 119 Jennings Rd, Brantford, ON N3T 5L7
CAPACITY: 400 sites for camping and trailers
SITE DESCRIPTION: Parkland sites,
AMENITIES: Picnic table, fire pit, firewood for sale, free showers, washrooms and swimming pool
NEARBY STORES: City of Brantford is 5 km away
PRICE: Vary with services required
CONTACT: Call Grand River Conservation Authority Brant Park... (519) 752-2040
CAPACITY: 400 sites for camping and trailers
SITE DESCRIPTION: Parkland sites,
AMENITIES: Picnic table, fire pit, firewood for sale, free showers, washrooms and swimming pool
NEARBY STORES: City of Brantford is 5 km away
PRICE: Vary with services required
CONTACT: Call Grand River Conservation Authority Brant Park... (519) 752-2040
Website with Email Link… Brant Park
Pinehurst Conservation Area Campsites
LOCATION: 468 Pinehurst Rd. Ayr, ON N0B 1E0
CAPACITY: 169 campsites... tenting and trailer
SITE DESCRIPTION: Many wooded campsites
AMENITIES: Picnic table, fire pit, firewood for sale, free showers washrooms and a beach swimming area
NEARBY STORES: Less then 5 km from Paris
PRICE: Vary with services required
CONTACT: Call Grand River Conservation Authority Pinehurst Lake... 519-442-4721
CAPACITY: 169 campsites... tenting and trailer
SITE DESCRIPTION: Many wooded campsites
AMENITIES: Picnic table, fire pit, firewood for sale, free showers washrooms and a beach swimming area
NEARBY STORES: Less then 5 km from Paris
PRICE: Vary with services required
CONTACT: Call Grand River Conservation Authority Pinehurst Lake... 519-442-4721
Website with Email Link… Pinehurst Lake
Chiefswood Park Glamping, Trailers & Camping
LOCATION: 1037 Highway 54, Caledonia ON N3W 2G9
CAPACITY: 12 serviced campsites and 15 un-serviced campsites. In addition, our serviced RV and trailer sites
SITE DESCRIPTION: Enjoy tent camping sites under the trees with a view of the Grand River.
AMENITIES: Each site comes with a fire pit and picnic table, as well as access to our washroom and shower facilities.
NEARBY STORES: Less then 5 km from Ohsweken
PRICE: Vary with services required, see prices when you click " book now"
CONTACT: Call Chiefswood Park... 519-752-3969
CAPACITY: 12 serviced campsites and 15 un-serviced campsites. In addition, our serviced RV and trailer sites
SITE DESCRIPTION: Enjoy tent camping sites under the trees with a view of the Grand River.
AMENITIES: Each site comes with a fire pit and picnic table, as well as access to our washroom and shower facilities.
NEARBY STORES: Less then 5 km from Ohsweken
PRICE: Vary with services required, see prices when you click " book now"
CONTACT: Call Chiefswood Park... 519-752-3969
Website with Email Link… Chiefswood Park
Ontario Indigenous Field Trips
Indigenous Learning Experiences to Re-polish the Chain of Friendship.
Canadian Voyageur
$500per group plus HST
Life of a Voyageur, try singing, dancing, strength & agility Voyageur games… ending with wooden dancers and playing the spoons. 2 hour session
Sing-Drum Competition
$450per group plus HST
The group is divided into two teams… they do a sing-off against the other team… judged on harmony, volume, sync and sportsmanship.
1.5 hours with Q&A
Group Dancing
$350per group plus HST
Learn about the Anishinaabe culture through story telling, singing, dance and interactive social dancing.
This session is about 90 minutes long with a Q&A after.
Field Games
$450per group plus HST
Learning the field games of the Haudenosaunee people and the spiritual connection with the games. This program includes all equipment
2 hour program
Our Indigenous Native Studies Programs re-polish the chain of friendship between the First Nations and the Allies.
We are about 1 hour from Toronto, Waterloo and London, located near Paris, Ontario.
We offer Indigenous smudging, drumming, medicine bags, native singing, indigenous dancing and an interactive experience with a Voyageur
Grand River Rafting also offers the Indigenous 5 or 10 day paddle with the Haudenosaunee down the Grand River… Two Row on the Grand
Our 60-90 minute Indigenous experiences can be part of our hiking day programs or overnight evening campfires.
If looking for a customized school experience please fill out the form and we’ll get a package rolling for you.
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GROWE 4-Season Programs
GROWE offers “4 season” outdoor education programs for all ages.
Wild tea hikes, PA-March Break-Summer camps, Survival program.
Located on 110 acres of Carolinian Forest, near Paris, Ontario.
About an hour from Toronto, London and Waterloo.
With access to meeting rooms, catering services & accommodations.
Why GROWE?
Taught as a passion, not as a job.
Outdoor learning through
tasting and touching.
Walk beside a wealth of knowledge... learning as you see.
Meet Tara Carpenter, founder of GROWE (Grand River Outdoor Wilderness Education).... with a passion for sharing the outdoors.
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Wild Teas of the Forest
Enjoy a short hike learning to identify plants and trees used for teas.
Discuss how and when to collect your tea material.
Understand the methods used to dry, process and store.
Then experience the best... sample & taste a variety of prepared wild teas.
Duration is 2.5 hours:
All materials included.
Location is at 1 Bethel Rd, Paris. Ontario.
Availability is year round , 7 days a week.
Group Size is 5 to 25.
Costs is $25 per person, minimum price is $250 per group.
PLEASE MAKE US AWARE OF ALLERGIES
Tribal Survival
This experiential survival quest is the favourite of students.
Groups are given compass instructions... have to compass to find their materials for shelter, fire and food.
Without supervision, the team must build a shelter, start a fire and cook a meal.
After a set time period, the instructors arrive at the site, each team presents why they did what!.
Duration 2-3 hours. All material supplied.
Location is 1 Bethel Rd, Paris, Ontario:
Availability is all seasons, 7 days a week.
Group Size is a minimum of 5 and max of 40 people.
Costs is $20 per person or minimum price of $240 per group.
COME DRESSED FOR BEING OUTSIDE
PA Days & March Break Programs
This outdoor PA childcare service is 8am-5pm.
PA days match Grand Erie School Board.
A day of learning & playing together outside.
An opportunity to make a new world of friends
Drop off between 8-9am ... Pickup between 4-5pm
Dress for playing outdoors. Bring your own snacks and lunch. We supply all material for programs.
Located at 1 Bethel Rd, Paris, Ontario (Five Oaks)
Available for ages 5 to 11 years
Maximum group size is 8 children.
Costs is $50 per child or $45 per child if two or more from from the same family.
Summer Camps
This is a children's day camp in Brant County. Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm.
Based on learning while exploring.
High energy kids love these outdoor camps.
Opportunity to go swimming every day.
6 choices starting July 20, 27, Aug 4, 19, 17 & 24.
Drop off between 8-9am with pickup between 4-5pm
Come prepared for playing outdoors. Bring your own lunch and snacks.
Located at 1 Bethel Rd, Paris, Ontario (Five Oaks)
Available for ages 5-11 years.
Maximum group size is 8 children.
$275 per child for a full week or $250 each, if two or more children from the same family.
Our Forest School
An outdoor "one-day-a-week" program for kids who feel locked up in the classroom.
This is a nature immersion program in a forest-stream setting in Brant County.
High energy... fostering learning through exploring and playing in the outdoors.
A great way to make a new world of friends.
Drop off is at 8:30am ... Pickup is at 3:30pm
Dress for playing outdoors. Bring your own snacks and lunch. We supply all material for programs.
Located at 1 Bethel Rd, Paris, Ontario (Five Oaks)
Available for ages 4 to 11 years
Maximum group size is 6 children.
Costs is $65 per day.