Local Info

· Georgetown - Town of Georgetown
· Montague - Town of Montague
· Points East Coastal Drive - Points East

Golf
· Brudenell - (902) 652-2342 - 1-800-377-8336 – Golf at Brudenell
· Seal Cove Golf Course - (902) 962-2745 - Seal Cove Golf Course
· Montague Driving Range, On Rte. 17, (902) 838-2074, Open May to end of October.
· The Links at Crowbush Cove, (902) 961-7300, toll-free 1-800-377-8337, The Links at Crowbush Cove

Horse Riding
· Roseneath Trail Rides - (902) 652-2396 - Brudenell Riding Stables

Fishing
· Ben's Lake, Bellevue - (902) 838-2706, Trout fishing - http://www.benslake.com/
· Harvey Moore Wildlife Management Area, On Rte. 4, Milltown Cross, (902) 838-4834 - Harvey Moore
· The Montague River is famous for its good sport fishing, and there are many spots along the water to join the locals and put your line in. If you prefer to better your chances, there are some private stocked areas for you to settle into for a few hours, or the whole day.

Bird Watching
· Harvey Moore Wildlife Management Area, On Rte. 4, Milltown Cross, (902) 838-4834 - Harvey Moore

Trails
· Confederation Trail - http://www.islandtrails.ca/confed.htm
· Trails of Roma at Three Rivers - http://www.romapei.com
· Valleyfield Demonstration Woodlot - http://www.gov.pe.ca/envengfor/index.php3?number=73372
· Macphail Homestead - http://www.macphailwoods.org/trail/trail_home.html

Cycling
· Bicycle Rentals - Lobster Shanty Motel and Restaurant, King's Byway (Rte. 17), 1-800-418-9430 or (902) 838-2463. The new Confederation Trail with its stone dust surface provides excellent cycling and scenery. The Montague part of the trail begins just behind the Lion's Club at the marina. Our highways with their hills and valleys also provide a challenging cycle. For a truly unique Island experience, explore some of our vibrant red clay back roads, abundant with wildlife and foliage.

Watersports
· Paddle PEI, Roseneath, at Brudenell River Provincial Park, (902) 652-2434, Guided kayak tours for half-, full- and two-day (overnight) excursions. Enjoy a taste of PEI's finest seafood on each of our guided trips. Situated on the warm, scenic Brudenell River. Providing a gateway for exploration of rivers, coastlines and off-shore islands of eastern PEI. No experience necessary. Rentals and professional instruction for kayaking, canoeing, windsurfing. Open from June 1 to Sep. 30.

Beaches
· Brudenell River Provincial Park – http://www.gov.pe.ca/visitorsguide/index.php3?number=1009904
· Vernon Bridge From Montague, take Rte. 3 south-west, then turning east on the Trans Canada. This tidal flat area is home to a number of shorebirds, and canoeists will find sheltered conditions.
· Orwell Bay/Lord Selkirk Provincial Park, From Montague, take Rte. 210 south-west. Canoeists can launch at Lord Selkirk National Park and will find good conditions. The whole bay is a feeding stop for migrating wild fowl, especially in the fall. The park has a good beach with a campground and facilities.
· Point Prim and Pinette Provincial Park, From Montague, take Rte. 210 south-west, then head south-east on the Trans Canada. Take Rte. 209 south to Point Prim. The oldest lighthouse on the Island still operates here. Picnic tables are nearby. In the park, picnic tables, toilets and change houses are available during the summer.
· Wood Islands, From Montague, take Rte. 3 west or Rte. 210 until they reach the Trans-Canada. Follow the TCH to its end. A beach is located behind the buildings at the Ferry Terminal. In the provincial park there is a unique playground, a lighthouse, and good photography opportunities.
· Poverty Beach, From Montague, take Rte. 17 south to Murray Harbour North and take the side road. A good place for sunbathing, with white sand, sweeping dunes and lots of privacy.
· Panmure Island Provincial Park, From Montague, take Rte. 17, heading east then north on Rte. 347 through Gaspereaux. On the Cardigan Bay side the beach is white sand, and on the other side of the road you will find red sand beaches. One of the Island's finest supervised beaches for swimming and clam digging. Changing, washroom and shower facilities are available, and there is an adjacent campground.
· Launching Point, From Montague, take Rte. 4 north, then heading east on Rte. 311 through Cardigan to Launching. An excellent beach, with interesting varieties of kelp and seaweed.
· Spry Point, From Montague, take Rte. 4 north, and head east on Rte. 310. This features an ecologically designed bio-shelter powered by wind and sun, known as the Ark, which is now a lovely inn and restaurant.
· Greenwich Beach, From Montague, take Rte. 4 then 313 north, heading west at St. Peter's. Miles and miles of sand dunes - a haven for those who like private sun-bathing.

Lighthouses
· Lower Montague, From Montague, take Rte. 17, passing through Lower Montague, instead of heading east to Gaspereaux.
· Point Prim, Take Rte. 210 south-west from Montague, then head south-east on the Trans-Canada. Take Rte. 209 south to the end. The oldest lighthouse on the island, established 1846, is still in operation.
· Wood Islands, From Montague, take Rte. 3 west or Rte. 210 until they reach the Trans-Canada. Follow the TCH to its end. There are two lighthouses assisting with the docking of the ferries. One is normally open to the public during the day in the summer.
· Panmure Island, Take Rte 17 east to Gaspereaux, then follow the road north. The lighthouse, built in 1853 is open to visitors weekdays in season.
· St. Peters Harbour, From Montague, take Rte. 313 north, then 331 west to Rte. 2. Follow this south to the road for St. Peters Harbour.
· Cape Bear Lighthouse & Marconi Museum

Boating/Sailing
· Cardigan Sailing Charters, Cardigan, (902) 583-2020 - http://www.peisland.com/sailpei/cardigan.html

Seal/Bird Watching
· Cruise Manada - (902) 838-3444 or 1-800-986-3444 – http://www.cruisemanada.com

Winery
· Rossignol Estate Winery - (902) 962-4193, (902) 962-3925 – http://www.rossignolwinery.com/

Theatre/Entertainment
· King's Playhouse, Georgetown, (902) 652-2053, toll-free 1-800-803-1421 - http://www.kingsplayhouse.com/
· Orwell Corner Ceilidhs & Sunday Festivals
· The Georgetown Ceilidh
· St Peter’s Bay Courthouse Theatre

Fitness & Recreation
· Atlantic Fitness East - Montague or better known locally as the Town and Country Aquatics Plus (TCAP) - Wood Islands Hill, Montague, (902) 838-3047. Your family fitness centre, including a 25m indoor pool, 35m waterslide, racquet sports, sauna, hot tub, weight room, day camps and fitness programs. Reasonable rates on memberships. Day and family passes available.
· Iceland Arena - 143 Sackville St., (902) 838-2724
· Iceland Bowling Lanes - 143 Sackville St., (902) 838-2823
· Northumberland Arena - Murray River, (902) 962-3327
· Three Rivers Sportsplex - Georgetown, (902) 652-2996

Provincial Parks
· Buffaloland Provincial Park - (902) 652-2356 http://www.gov.pe.ca/visitorsguide/index.php3?number=1009919
· Brudenell River Provincial Park - Two 18-hole championship golf courses, tennis, horse-riding, lawn bowling, marina, river beach, wildflower garden, hiking trails, daily activities, naturalist, canoeing, windsurfing, kayaking, horseback riding, ocean-view tours and seal-watching cruises.
· Panmure Island Provincial Park - White sand beaches with lifeguards and supervised swimming areas. Lighthouse tours. The First Nations People hold an annual Pow Wow at Panmure Island. This spiritual/cultural event, attracting visitors from Eastern Canada and the New England states, includes drum bands, native crafts and a healing sweat tent.
· Kings Castle Provincial Park, Gladstone, on Rte. 348, 3 km east of Murray River, (902) 962-2401. Located in Gladstone, on Route 348, 3 km east of Murray River. Kings Castle displays favourite storybook characters in statue form. Play areas, riverfront beach, changing rooms, kitchen shelter, pets allowed on leash. Open from June 1 to September 30.

Museums
· Garden of the Gulf Museum, Web page, 2 Main St. South, Montague, (902) 838-2467
· Log Cabin Museum, Web page, Murray Harbour, Rte. 18A, (902) 962-2201. Assortment of phonographs includes Edison cylinder machines from 1895 and 1905. China, glass and clothing items help paint a picture of life in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Open from July 1 to Sept. 1.
· Orwell Corner Historic Village, Off Trans Canada Hwy., Orwell, (902) 651-2013. Experience the mood, flavour, charm and activities of a small rural crossroads agricultural community of the 1890s. Gift shop on site. Special events include: Wednesday evening ceilidhs, Canada Day (July 1), Old Farm Day, Scottish Festival and Highland Games, Bluegrass Festival, etc. Children 12 and under and Museum members are admitted free, except for special events. School tours and group rates available.
· Log Cabin Museum Murray Harbour: phonographs and Edison cylinders, fine china, depression glass, pewter, silver, rare magazines and comics, oil lamps, a 135 year-old refinished sleigh, a fully re-created country kitchen with stove, muskets, cooking utensils and a finished bedroom. There is also farming equipment, from threshers to oxen wagons. A must see! Route 18A, Murray Harbour, July 1 to Labour Day.

Community Services
Georgetown Churches
· First Baptist Church (Independent), 64 Kent Street, Telephone - (902) 652-2679
· Holy Trinity Anglican Church, 93 Grafton Street, at Victoria, Telephone - (902) 838-3001
· Saint David's United Church, 50 Grafton Street, Telephone - (902) 583-2867
· Saint James Roman Catholic Church, 77 Victoria Street, at Gordon, Telephone - (902) 652-2401

Montague Churches http://www.peisland.com/montague/c-church.htm

Mini Golf and Go-karts
· Radical Jack's Treats ‘N Tracks, Pooles Corner, junction of Rtes. 3 and 4, (902) 838-3025, This family attraction features homemade ice-cream, mini-golf, and, for action and adventure, try the go-kart track with elevated/banked turns and the mini-monster trucks. Lighted facilities.
· Sir Andrew MacPhail Homestead, Off Rte. 1 at Orwell, (902) 651-2789, Open June-Sept., daily except Mon., 10am-5pm. Open July and Aug., Wed. through Sun. until 8pm. Donations in lieu of admission.

Tennis
· Cardigan (Station Rd. Cardigan). For More Information - Mary Ann Donhoe, Telephone: (902) 583-2212

Gifts & Crafts
· Shoreline Design Inc., 40 Water Street, Georgetown - Visit the working studio of Island artisan Peter Llewellyn for one-of-a-kind soapstone, sandstone carvings and sea glass jewellery. Explore a large collection of Island sea glass, or bring your own sea glass treasure to be transformed into jewellery. View sandstone carvings of Island birds, seals, sailing ships and lighthouses. You are welcome to visit Peter and Gayle Llewellyn, open year round by appointment, or May-Sept, daily 9am to 8pm
· Cardigan Crafts Centre & Tea Room

Historic Sites
· Roma at Three Rivers
· Garden of the Gulf Museum
· Orwell Corner Historic Village
· Macphail Homestead
· Cape Bear Lighthouse & Marconi Museum
· Elmira Railway Museum
· Basin Head Fisheries Museum
· Greenwich Dunes Interpretive Centre
· The History Room

Eating Out
· Cardigan Lobster Suppers
· No. 6 Engine – Georgetown
· The Georgetown Inn
· Various Eateries in Montague

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