Kenora

城市概覽

In 1905, the town of Rat Portage was amalgamated with the towns of Keewatin and Norman in 1905 to form the present-day City of Kenora. Kenora's name came from the three towns: Ke - Keewatin, No - Norman, Ra - Rat Portage. In the summer months visitors flock to the area for swimming, biking, fishing, hiking, and boating. In the winter months, visitors come for ice fishing, snowboarding, skiing (downhill and cross country) and snowmachining. Kenora is sometimes stereotyped as an archetypal "hoser" community, evidenced by the phrase "Kenora dinner jacket" as a nickname for a flannel shirt.

History Kenora's future site was in the territory of the Ojibway when the first European, Jacques de Noyon, sighted Lake of the Woods in 1688. Pierre de La Vérendrye established a secure French trading post, Fort St. Charles, to the south of present-day Kenora near the current Canada/U.S. border in 1732, and France maintained the post until 1763 when it lost the territory to the British in the Seven Years' War — until then, it was the most northwesterly settlement of New France. In 1836 the Hudson's Bay Company established a post on Old Fort Island, and in 1861, the company opened a post on the mainland at Kenora's current location. Gold and the railway were both important in the community's early history: gold was discovered in the area in 1850, and by 1893, 20 mines were operating within 24 km (15 mi) of Rat Portage. The first Canadian ocean-to-ocean train passed through in 1886 on the Canadian Pacific Railway. Later, a highway was built through Kenora in 1932, now a part of the Trans-Canada Highway, placing the community on both of Canada's major transcontinental transportation routes. During the Prohibition era in the United States, the Lake of the Woods served as a smuggler's route for the transport of alcohol. The importance of the logging industry declined in the second part of the 20th century, and the last log boom was towed into Kenora in 1985. The tourist and recreation

如何抵達

By plane 1 Kenora Airport (YQK IATA), ☏ +1 807-548-5377, fax: +1 807-548-1460, [email protected]. Bearskin Airlines provides air service with multiple daily flights to Kenora from Dryden, Fort Frances, and Winnipeg with same-plane service from Sioux Lookout and Thunder Bay. Kenora is seasonally an international airport for general aviation (customs: May 15-Oct 15, 8AM-8PM daily). Connections to points beyond are available; the closest hub for scheduled international service is Winnipeg (YWG IATA).

By car Highway 17 (Trans-Canada Highway) - passes through Kenora continuing on to the Manitoba border. After crossing the Manitoba border, the highway is called Provincial Trunk Highway 1. Highway 17A is the bypass route for Kenora for through traffic.

By rail Via Rail provides service on the Canadian National mainline from Toronto through Northern Ontario to Winnipeg, Manitoba and westward. The closest stop to Kenora is in Redditt, Ontario, 25 minutes north of the city. The stop in Minaki, Ontario, 45 minutes north of Kenora is also easily accessible.

By bus Kasper Bus, ☏ +1-807-699-7200, toll-free: +1-855-566-2378. Operates bus service in Northern Ontario and Manitoba. (updated May 2022) Operates the following bus routes multiple days per week to Kenora: Between Winnipeg and Sioux Lookout including stops in Kenora and Dryden. Travel time to Kenora from Winnipeg is 2.75 hours, from Dryden is 1.75 hours, and from Sioux Lookout is 3.25 hours. Between Winnipeg and Balmertown including stops in Kenora and Red Lake. Travel time to Kenora from Winnipeg is 2.75 hours, from Red Lake is 3.25 hours, and from Balmertown is 3.5 hours. Ontario Northland, toll-free: +1-800-461-8558. Operates primarily in Northern Ontario. Routes travel as far west as Winnipeg, as far south as Toronto, and as far east as Ottawa. (updated Apr 2022) Operates the following two routes multiple days per week between Winnipeg and Thunder Bay: Via Kenora and Dryden. Travel time to Kenora from

當地交通

Kenora is a very pedestrian-friendly city and downtown area is very conducive to walking.

Kenora Transit. M-Sa 7AM-6:30PM. Three routes. $2.50 cash only (children up to 12 months free). (updated Nov 2018) Taxi service is also easily available within the city: CO-OT Taxi, +1 807 468-3031 Blue Taxi & Limousine Service, +1 807 467-3309

必看景點

Lake of the Woods: Kenora is on the northern tip of Lake of the Woods in "cottage country". It is the second largest inland lake in Ontario and a resort for outdoor enthusiasts. The lake has over 14,000 islands and the vast majority of the waterfront is undeveloped wilderness. Renting a boat, canoe, or kayak or taking a guided tour is a great way to see the lake. Kenora Heritage Townscape Murals: A range of 21 murals on the sides of buildings in Kenora and nearby Keewatin depict events and scenes relative to local history. A self-guided tour pamphlet enumerating all the murals is available at the Tourist Information Centre. Lake of the Woods Museum, at 300 Main Street South, is one of the finest small museums in Canada. The Museum was established in 1964 and seeks to promote understanding of and respect for the cultures and heritage of the Lake of the Woods area, and to engage a diverse community in discovery and learning. Today, this well-established museum is home to a varied and intriguing collection of artifacts and thematic displays and special events. Keewatin Potholes, 1 block south of Highway 17 at 6th St. in Keewatin. These round, cylindrical holes in the outcrop appear to be man-made but they were formed by the action of running water during glaciation. These holes are thought to have formed from water-spun rock fragments that have slowly eroded holes in the bedrock. The Keewatin rockholes provide evidence for glaciation in the Lake of the Woods area and demonstrate that sediment-laden, high-velocity water can perform major and unusual feats of erosion.

Husky the Muskie: In 1967, the year of the Canadian Centennial, Kenora erected this sculpture which has become the town's mascot and one of its most recognizable features. M.S. Kenora, a great way to experience the splendour of Lake of the Woods. Built as a freight ship on Lake Winnipeg in Manitoba, it was rechristened as the M.S. Kenora in 1984. The cruise passes by Coney Island beach, through the scenic

體驗活動

Fishing The Lake of the Woods is home to variety of fish species. For the seasoned professional, the majority of lodges are in the heart of fishing supremacy; some lakes in the area have even been designated as trophy waters. Accommodations offer a variety in bait and lures, as well as boat rentals complete with live wells, fish finders and navigational aids. For those interested in guide services, the area has several.

Cycling There are some very challenging trails close to town. For the sensation of exposed rugged bedrock and a wonderful view of the town and the lake saddle up and ride to the top of the Little Amik Trail. The trail takes a small loo