May Long Weekend Lots to Do for Everyone! Programmed Events The may long weekend has a full activity program with sports directors leading the fun for all ages of kids and adults, including our fully supervised playvillage program for children 0 6yrs. Playvillage & Kids Activity Programs Adult Activities As part of the May Long Weekend package, kids 0 6 years can enjoy the fully supervised sign-in and sign-out Playvillage with programmed activities. Older kids will enjoy activities led by our dedicated sports directors each day. Fern Resort offers a variety of both outdoor summer experiences as well as an abundance of indoor experiential programming. There is always something for everyone at Fern! 3 Scrumptious Meals a Day Our famous Rolls & Honey are only the beginning of the dining experience at Fern! The Heritage Dining Room is proud of its long-standing reputation for great food, which goes hand in hand with warm hospitality and attentive service. A wide variety of delicious choices await you for breakfast and lunch. Select from eight entrées for a hearty 4-course dinner. We also offer kids buffets at dinner for those kids on the run!
Fabulous Entertainment! Saturday Afternoon: Zoo Tek Since 1995, ZooTek has been presenting upclose-and-personal encounters with some of nature s most fascinating creatures. This unique, fun, and educational hands-on experience allows children of all ages to be introduced to exotic animals face to face. Sunday Afternoon: Blue Beaker Blue Beaker has created a vast library of unique and thoughtprovoking programs. Their spectacular demonstrations, hands-on activities and real-world discussions allow the kids to learn about the world around us in a fun way; dare we say Science. Friday Night: James Harrison As a pickpocket magician, James borrows pens, watches, wallets, ties, and even belts from willing (and unwilling)audience members. Before you can yell thief, James has returned the valuables to their rightful owners, occasionally making them reappear in very unexpected places. Sunday Night: The Sentimentalists World renowned mentalist Mysterion teams with the only female mentalist in the country, Steffi Kay, creating a two-person mind-reading experience that is truly breathtaking. Steffi brings back classic-style mentalism. With her vintage look you will feel transported to the golden age of magic. Together they showcase their special way of communicating, with a touch of humour, and most importantly, class. Saturday Night: Mark Crocker After over 22 years of performing everywhere from Club 54 to Yuk Yuks Comedy venues in Canada there are very few entertainers that can accommodate such a vast mixture of audiences like one of Canada s top ventriloquists, Mark Crocker. Mark presents family shows and adult shows for corporate special events with no blue humour. Mark presents the art of ventriloquism with amazing skill, speed and clarity. He makes ventriloquism seem very real and always features a professional and entertaining show. Saturday Night: Tom Leadbeater Jim Cronk has been wowing audiences at some of Ontario s finest resort destinations. As a solo performer, Jim creates one-of-a-kind entertainment experiences. The fun continues after the Welcome Party with Jim.
Playvillage Kids Club As part of our May Long Weekend package, children aged 0 6 can enjoy the fully supervised, sign-in & sign-out Playvillage. With programmed activities, crafts and toys, our staff will keep your child engaged and having fun. Snacks are provided in the morning and afternoon with special attention given to children with allergies. Visit the Playvillage during your stay to see what is in store for each day. Below is the structure of a typical day. Nursery, Toddlers & School-Age Kids (0 6) 9:00am 9:45am 10:15am 10:45am 11:00am 11:30am 12:00pm 1:00pm 1:15pm 2:00pm 2:15pm 3:00pm 3:45pm 4:30pm 6:00 7:45pm Sign In/Free Play Good Morning Rock Out Circle Games Snack Craft Scavenger Hunt Sign Out/Closed for Lunch Sign In/Free Play Ferntastic Relay games Snack Outdoor Play Bouncy Castle Fun Craft Sign Out Sign In/Free Play
Adult & Family Programming SATURDAY 9:30 AM Best 5 Holes in Golf Practise your golf skills on our 5-hole golf course; try for the best score. Climbing Wall Enjoy the thrill of climbing the vertical monster known as Mt. Fern, a 30-foot climbing wall that will test your strength and agility. For ages 7 and up. Please visit the Front Desk for the required waiver. 10:00 AM Mixed Bocce Practise strategy and aim in a friendly competition of bocce ball. Watercolour Painting Take the time to learn the techniques of watercolour painting. Our art instructor, Nancy Hunter, will have you painting masterpieces. Tea Leaf Readings Ever wonder what the next 12 months has in store for you? Bev Monoogian, a seer of the future, will have your full attention as she recounts your past and delves into your future. $35 per person. 10:30 AM Yoga Beginner to advanced. Kathy will lead you through a class to help train the body, mind and soul. for a chance to win some Fern Cash! 11:00 AM Battle of the Sexes Join Mike Stewart for a fun game of trivia. Extreme Teeter Totter Make your way to the Extreme Area to conquer our larger than life teeter totter. For ages 7 and up. Please visit the Front Desk for the required Waiver. 1:00 PM Jewellery Making Nancy Hunter will share her creative ideas to help you design your own beaded jewellery. Make three personalized pieces of jewellery for only $26. 1:30 PM Paddleboat Races Race your favourite watercraft to victory! History Walk with Mike Fern Resort has 120 years of stories to tell. Imagine if these walls could talk! Join Mike for this fun and informative walk around the resort that will take you on a journey back in time. 2:30 PM Horseshoes Practise aim and strategy in this fun game. 3:00 PM Zoo Tek Since 1995, ZooTek has been presenting upclose-and-personal encounters with some of nature s most fascinating creatures. This unique, fun, and educational hands-on experience allows children of all ages to be introduced to exotic animals face to face. 4:00 PM Paintball Have some fun playing capture the flag paintball style or practise your aim with our targets. For ages 13 and up. Please visit the Front Desk for the required waiver and to sign up.
Adult & Family Programming SUNDAY 9:30 AM Best Ball Golf Practice your golf skills with on our 5-hole golf course; try for the best score. Log Drivers Waltz and Aerial Trust Dive Gut check time! Climb up the 40- foot pole and dive for the bell a truly inspiring event. For ages 10 and up. Please visit the Front Desk for the required waiver. 10:00 AM Mixed Shuffleboard Meet at the activity courts to play a fun game of shuffleboard. 10:30 AM Yoga Beginner to advanced. Kathy will lead you through a class to help train the body, mind and soul. for a chance to win some Fern Cash! 11:00 AM Vertical Playground Meet at the Extreme area to have some vertical fun! For ages 7 and up. Please visit the Front Desk for the required waiver. 11:15 AM Outburst Trivia Bring your shouting voice to this fun trivia game, hosted in Mary Lou s. 1:30 PM Mixed Tennis Practise your tennis skills and improve your serve. Basketball Challenge Meet at the Activity Court to have a chance to be the Basketball Challenge Champion. 2:30 PM Mixed Bocce Practise strategy and aim in a friendly competition of bocce ball. 3:00 PM Blue Beaker Club Blue Beaker has created a vast library of unique and thoughtprovoking programs. Their spectacular demonstrations, hands-on activities and real-world discussions allow the kids to learn about the world around us in a fun way; dare we say Science. 4:00 PM Paintball Have some fun playing capture the flag paintball style or practise your aim with our targets. For ages 13 and up. Please visit the Front Desk for the required waiver and to sign up. MONDAY 10:00 AM Family Mini Putt Join in on some family mini putt. 10:30 AM Yoga Beginner to advanced. Kathy will lead you through a class to help train the body, mind and soul. for a chance to win some Fern Cash! 11:15 AM Say When Trivia Do you remember when important things in history occurred? Do you have a keen memory for dates? This is the game for you.
Junior Program (7 9) SATURDAY 9:30 AM Greet & Gab Meet up with your Junior Director and fellow Juniors to discuss your fun day ahead. 10:00 AM Fishing Derby Meet at the Boat Docks to join in on some Ferntastic fishing. 11:15 AM Bean Bags Meet in Mary Lou s to play a fun game of bean bags. 1:30 PM Monkey Mini Putt Meet at the Park to play some monkey mini putt. 2:15 PM Basketball Meet at the court to show off your basketball skills. 3:00 PM Zoo Tek Meet in Bergwen s Theatre. 4:00 PM Ball Hockey Head to the activity court for some friendly competition. SUNDAY 9:30 AM Greet & Gab Meet up with your Junior Director and fellow Juniors to discuss your fun day ahead. 10:00 AM Soccer Skills Meet at the Park to practise or learn new soccer skills. In Mary Lou s. 11:15 AM Bush Hike Meet at Mary Lou s. 1:30 PM Bocce Ball Practise strategy and aim in a friendly competition of bocce ball. 2:15 PM Scavenger Hunt Travel around Fern to find the answers for Fern s Scavenger Hunt 1st place gets a prize! 3:00 PM Blue Beaker Club Meet in Bergwen s Theatre. 4:00 PM Mini Putt Meet at the Park to play a friendly game of Mini Putt. MONDAY 9:30 AM Capture the Flag Meet at the park for some friendly competition in Capture the Flag. 10:15 AM Indy Cart Relay Meet at the Sports Cottage to race your own cart through the trails. 11:15 AM Frisbee Golf Meet in Mary Lou s to play a game of frisbee golf.
Youth Program (10 12) SATURDAY 9:30 AM Greet & Gab Meet up with your Youth Director and fellow Youths to discuss your fun day ahead. 10:00 AM Climbing Wall Enjoy the thrill of climbing the vertical monster known as Mt. Fern, a 30-foot climbing wall that will test your strength and agility. For ages 7 and up. Please visit the Front Desk for the required waiver. In Mary Lou s. 11:15 AM Extreme Teeter Totter Make your way to the Extreme Area to conquer our larger than life teeter totter. Please visit the Front Desk for the required waiver. 1:30 PM Fishing Derby Meet at the Boat Docks to join in on some Ferntastic fishing. 2:15 PM Indy Cart Relay Meet at the Sports Cottage to race your own cart through the trails. 3:00 PM Zoo Tek Meet in Bergwen s Theatre. 4:00 PM Basketball Meet at the court to show off your basketball skills. SUNDAY 9:30 AM Greet & Gab Meet up with your Youth Director and fellow Youths to discuss your fun day ahead. Meet in Mary Lou s. Log Drivers Waltz and Aerial Trust Dive Gut check time! Climb up the 40- foot pole and dive for the bell a truly inspiring event. For ages 10 and up. Please visit the Front Desk for the required waiver. 10:00 AM Badminton How long can you keep your birdie in flight? Meet at the activity courts to find out. 11:15 AM Vertical Playground Meet at the Extreme area to have some vertical fun! Please visit the Front Desk for the required waiver. 1:30 PM Shuffleboard Meet at the Activity Courts to play a fun game of shuffleboard. 2:15 PM Ping Pong Meet in Mary Lou s to play a fun game of Ping Pong. 3:00 PM Blue Beaker Club Meet in Bergwen s Theatre. 4:00 PM Scavenger Hunt Travel around Fern to find the answers for Fern s Scavenger Hunt 1st place gets a prize! MONDAY 9:30 AM Frisbee Golf Meet in Mary Lou s to play a game of frisbee golf. 10:15 AM Ball Hockey Head to the activity court for some friendly competition. 11:15 AM Mini Putt Meet at the Park to play a friendly game of Mini Putt.