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160 Unusual Things to See in Ontario ~ Wroxeter


From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia:

Wroxeter, Ontario is a community in Howick Township, part of Huron County.

The first settlers of Wroxeter were the Gibson Brothers, Thomas and Robert, who founded the community in the mid-19th century. During its peak period, Wroxeter had five general stores, five hotels, two schools (which ran until 1950), a library, a woolen mill, and a grist mill, and an arena, which ran until it was torn down in the late '70s. Wroxeter also had a railway which was completed in 1874, when a train station was constructed to connect the village to the Toronto area. The population of Wroxeter in the late 19th century is estimated to have been 700–800 people.

Today, Wroxeter's old industries have vanished. In 1948, the Township of Howick made Wroxeter an unincorporated village.


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Wroxeter Mill Pond

Best place for selfies.

Natural migration and nesting route for Canadian geese and butterflies.

Photo: Google Maps, Ryan Prosper

  • Wroxeter Mill Pond, Township Of Howick, ON
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George Hamilton Memorial Park

50+ acres of scenic grounds, with a large fishing & swimming pond and endless trees. There are picnic tables and benches, making it an excellent place for a picnic.

The park is named after George Hamilton, a local businessman and community leader.

Photo: https://www.facebook.com/WroxeterPark

  • 1120 Marietta St, Wroxeter, ON N0G 2X0
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Riverbend Gardens

Riverbend Gardens is a beautiful garden center specializing in hosta, daylily, lilies, peonies, fruiting shrubs, and heritage perennials. Riverbend Gardens is also the home of Allan & Shirley Koch, two horticulture fanatics who have spent the last five decades on one of the prettiest properties in Howick Township.

The garden center has a beautiful garden on site opening for the public. The garden features a variety of plants, flowers, and trees, as well as peaceful walking paths and seating areas. It is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the beauty of nature.

Photos: Google Maps, Connie Berdan, http://riverbendgardens.net/

 

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Drudge’s Maple Syrup

We bring you a top-quality product based on the experiences of two centuries of Maple Syrup production in Canada. Our family has been making Maple Syrup in Canada continuously since 1797.

When our ancestors came to Ontario, they made Maple Syrup because it was their only source of sugar. They bought land from the Crown, cleared the land and built barns and houses. Our grandsons are now the ninth generation of our family to make Maple Syrup in Ontario.

Photos: https://drudgesmaplesyrup.com/

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Pine Echo Camp

Pine Echo Camp is a beautiful and serene camping destination in Southwestern Ontario. Take advantage of many recreational activities onsite and in the surrounding area. These include horseshoe pits, basketball nets, recreation halls, sandy beaches, diving boards, children’s playgrounds, volleyball nets, swimming, paddle boating, fishing, canoeing, and biking.

Photo: https://www.facebook.com/PineEchoCamp

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