Prestige Dressage offers quality coaching, breaking & training, competitive riding and much more! Please visit www.prestigedressage.com for more information.     &nbs...p; more

NEW CLASSES COMING TO MIDLAND IN APRIL Whether you choose to deliver in hospital or at home, with a midwife or a physician, it is our passion to empower and support families throug...h pregnancy, childbirth and early post partum periods so that parents can begin to change outdated attitudes toward women and their rights to birth. We are educated, compassionate and understanding, yet open minded as childbirth professionals.  We understand the importance of family centered birth and are empathetic to the wishes of women and their partners while making it a priority to provide evidence based information to empower them in their decision making.       We provide childbirth/prenatal education classes in Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Stayner, Midland and Simcoe County.       Learn about the resources available to you in the Elmvale/Wasaga Beach Collingwood area for support in the days and weeks after your baby arrives .    Six Week Classes   Tuesday 7-9pm   Class one Physical and Emotional changes, labour support, models of care   Class Two Birth plans, preterm labour, braxton hicks, danger signs, what to pack for a hospital or home birth   Class Three What is labour, how to recognize labour, comfort measures, when to alert your care provider, optimal fetal positioning, episiotomy   Class Four Epidurals, narcotics, cesarean ,  induction, interventions and natural pain relief options   Class Five What’s normal for a  newborn, cord cutting, optional and newborn procedures, skin to skin care, circumcision, bathing and diapering.   Class Six Breastfeeding, postpartum mood changes, colic, attachment parenting     Three Week Classes    Sunday 1 - 5pm   Class One Physical and Emotional changes, labour support, models of care, birth plans, preterm labour, braxton hicks, danger signs, what to pack for a hospital or home birth   Class Two What is labour, how to recognize labour, comfort measures, when to alert your care provider, optimal fetal positioning, episiotomy, epidurals, narcotics, cesarean, VBAC, induction, interventions  and natural pain relief options   Class Three What’s normal for a  newborn, cord cutting, optional and newborn procedures, skin to skin care, circumcision, bathing and diapering, breastfeeding, postpartum mood changes, colic, attachment parenting and baby wearing   Classes are $150 per couple .   The following classes are held in MIdland Class Series one  THURSDAY's 7pm - 9pm April 15th - May 20th   The following classes are held in Collingwood   Class Series Three - TUESDAYS 7pm - 9pm March 23rd - April 27th -space limited   Class Series Four - SUNDAYS 1pm - 5pm April 18th - May 2nd   Class Series Five - TUESDAYS 7pm - 9pm May 4th - June 8th   Class Series Six - SUNDAYS 1pm - 5pm May 30th - June 13th Classes are held in the offices of Midwives Nottawasaga, 9811A HWY 26 east, Collingwood . more

NEW CLASSES COMING TO MIDLAND IN APRIL Whether you choose to deliver in hospital or at home, with a midwife or a physician, it is our passion to empower and support families throug...h pregnancy, childbirth and early post partum periods so that parents can begin to change outdated attitudes toward women and their rights to birth. We are educated, compassionate and understanding, yet open minded as childbirth professionals.  We understand the importance of family centered birth and are empathetic to the wishes of women and their partners while making it a priority to provide evidence based information to empower them in their decision making.       We provide childbirth/prenatal education classes in Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Stayner, Midland and Simcoe County.       Learn about the resources available to you in the Elmvale/Wasaga Beach Collingwood area for support in the days and weeks after your baby arrives .    Six Week Classes   Tuesday 7-9pm   Class one Physical and Emotional changes, labour support, models of care   Class Two Birth plans, preterm labour, braxton hicks, danger signs, what to pack for a hospital or home birth   Class Three What is labour, how to recognize labour, comfort measures, when to alert your care provider, optimal fetal positioning, episiotomy   Class Four Epidurals, narcotics, cesarean ,  induction, interventions and natural pain relief options   Class Five What’s normal for a  newborn, cord cutting, optional and newborn procedures, skin to skin care, circumcision, bathing and diapering.   Class Six Breastfeeding, postpartum mood changes, colic, attachment parenting     Three Week Classes    Sunday 1 - 5pm   Class One Physical and Emotional changes, labour support, models of care, birth plans, preterm labour, braxton hicks, danger signs, what to pack for a hospital or home birth   Class Two What is labour, how to recognize labour, comfort measures, when to alert your care provider, optimal fetal positioning, episiotomy, epidurals, narcotics, cesarean, VBAC, induction, interventions  and natural pain relief options   Class Three What’s normal for a  newborn, cord cutting, optional and newborn procedures, skin to skin care, circumcision, bathing and diapering, breastfeeding, postpartum mood changes, colic, attachment parenting and baby wearing   Classes are $150 per couple .   The following classes are held in MIdland Class Series one  THURSDAY's 7pm - 9pm April 15th - May 20th   The following classes are held in Collingwood   Class Series Three - TUESDAYS 7pm - 9pm March 23rd - April 27th -space limited   Class Series Four - SUNDAYS 1pm - 5pm April 18th - May 2nd   Class Series Five - TUESDAYS 7pm - 9pm May 4th - June 8th   Class Series Six - SUNDAYS 1pm - 5pm May 30th - June 13th Classes are held in the offices of Midwives Nottawasaga, 9811A HWY 26 east, Collingwood . more

Yee-Haw!  If you’re looking for a Country & Western experience Rounds Ranch is the place!  With over 15 attractions you’ll have yourself a rompin’ good time.  So mosey on down ...to the Ranch to get in on the fun. Enjoy Canada's most spectacular cornfield maze, NEW expanded petting zoo, pony rides, barrel train, pedal cart racetrack, NEW Western Fort & Playground and more!  Great family fun for all ages. Rounds Ranch is open from the July long weekend until Oct. 30th.  We are getting ready for our Giant Easter Egg Hunt on April 2nd and 3rd. Hop on the Rabbit Trail, Follow the Bunny Trail and Solve the mystery of the Charming Chocolate Caper. Rounds Ranch is a great location for birthday parties, school tours, family reunions and corporate events. Creating happy memories for families is what we're all about. See ya'll at the Ranch!   more

Pottery made by Lisa Bostlund..  Mugs, Bowls, Butter Dishes, Plant Holders, Candle Holders, and now Lamps. Made in Stonware and Porcelean.. Very unique Hand Carving and Painti...ng. Also Availble at Nicholyn Farms 3088 Horseshoe Valley RdW. 737-4498 more

Through the practice of yoga, you will learn how to explore each pose safely, strengthen your core, and help connect the mind, body and spirit. You will leave the classes feeling rejuvenated and ...centered.   Class Descriptions:     Hatha : will teach beginner students to explore poses and breath, build core and upper body strength, and focus on alignment, flexibility and injury prevention. Poses can be modified to suit most restrictions or ailments.   Vinyasa: will teach students to flow through a continuous series of poses by linking the breath and fluid movements, building internal heat. By creating a friendly and supportive space, students are encouraged to try new and challenging poses. Beginners are welcome. Prenatal and Mom and Baby classes coming Soon! Classes running in Horseshoe Valley area and Phelpston. Please call (705)322-7773 or email at springwateryoga@hotmail.com , Further details available at : www.springwateryoga.com Namaste                     more

Certified John & Josh Lyons Trainer, Accredited Josh Lyons Trainer & Instructor Learn to train your own horse with the conditioned response methods of John Lyons.  We offer many... venues to help you become the horseperson you want to be, for your horse's sake.  Clinics, demos, lessons, day and evening times available.   Horse Training done on an individual basis as we believe you are your horse's best trainer!  The Lyons methods will benefit any horse, in any discipline and we can show you how. Check out our website for more information at www.kinderhorsemanship.com We also offer boarding in a natural herd environment.  It's what your horse truly wants! more

Springwater News prints and distributes over 16,000 newspapers bi-weekly all year round. A newspaper dedicated to local news with a distributing area that features: all of Springwater and Tiny Towns...hips, parts of Tay amd Oro-Medonte, into the City of Barrie and into the Utopia part of Essa Township. This area includes the Rural Barrie area (RR# 1, 2 and 3), Grenfel, Midhurst, Minesing / Anten Mills, Horseshoe Valley, Craighurst, Hillsdale, Phelpston, Elmvale, Waverley, Wyebridge, Wyevale, Perkinsfield, Lafontaine, all the Tiny Beaches including Balm Beach, Sawlog Bay, Cedar Point, RR# 2, 3 and 4 of Penetanguishene, RR #2 and 3 of Midland, Ebenezer and many other little hamlets  locations too numerous to mention. This area includes some 14,250 homes which receive the newspaper in their mail box through Canada Post. more

We are Elmvale's favourite source for fuel and all the convenience items you need, including: Regular and premium gasoline as well as diesel Food - chips, snacks, chocolate ba...rs, candy, staples Tobacco products Auto accessories We're conveniently located right in the heart of town and look forward to servicing all of your gas and convenience needs. more

NEW CLASSES COMING TO MIDLAND IN APRIL Whether you choose to deliver in hospital or at home, with a midwife or a physician, it is our passion to empower and support families throug...h pregnancy, childbirth and early post partum periods so that parents can begin to change outdated attitudes toward women and their rights to birth. We are educated, compassionate and understanding, yet open minded as childbirth professionals.  We understand the importance of family centered birth and are empathetic to the wishes of women and their partners while making it a priority to provide evidence based information to empower them in their decision making.       We provide childbirth/prenatal education classes in Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Stayner, Midland and Simcoe County.       Learn about the resources available to you in the Elmvale/Wasaga Beach Collingwood area for support in the days and weeks after your baby arrives .    Six Week Classes   Tuesday 7-9pm   Class one Physical and Emotional changes, labour support, models of care   Class Two Birth plans, preterm labour, braxton hicks, danger signs, what to pack for a hospital or home birth   Class Three What is labour, how to recognize labour, comfort measures, when to alert your care provider, optimal fetal positioning, episiotomy   Class Four Epidurals, narcotics, cesarean ,  induction, interventions and natural pain relief options   Class Five What’s normal for a  newborn, cord cutting, optional and newborn procedures, skin to skin care, circumcision, bathing and diapering.   Class Six Breastfeeding, postpartum mood changes, colic, attachment parenting     Three Week Classes    Sunday 1 - 5pm   Class One Physical and Emotional changes, labour support, models of care, birth plans, preterm labour, braxton hicks, danger signs, what to pack for a hospital or home birth   Class Two What is labour, how to recognize labour, comfort measures, when to alert your care provider, optimal fetal positioning, episiotomy, epidurals, narcotics, cesarean, VBAC, induction, interventions  and natural pain relief options   Class Three What’s normal for a  newborn, cord cutting, optional and newborn procedures, skin to skin care, circumcision, bathing and diapering, breastfeeding, postpartum mood changes, colic, attachment parenting and baby wearing   Classes are $150 per couple .   The following classes are held in MIdland Class Series one  THURSDAY's 7pm - 9pm April 15th - May 20th   The following classes are held in Collingwood   Class Series Three - TUESDAYS 7pm - 9pm March 23rd - April 27th -space limited   Class Series Four - SUNDAYS 1pm - 5pm April 18th - May 2nd   Class Series Five - TUESDAYS 7pm - 9pm May 4th - June 8th   Class Series Six - SUNDAYS 1pm - 5pm May 30th - June 13th Classes are held in the offices of Midwives Nottawasaga, 9811A HWY 26 east, Collingwood . more

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I am so glad I took these classes! I had so many questions about childbirth and being a new mom that a friend of mine suggested I take this class - I am so glad I listened! I feel so much more prepa...red, I have more confidence in my own ability and I know I have rights and choices that I have no idea existed before - my OB never told me! Nicky and Kristina provided the perfect blend of medical and holistic information and were very supportive to the entire class. It was a fun way to meet other parents to be and my husband and I would recommend them to anyone. more

NEW CLASSES COMING TO MIDLAND IN APRIL Whether you choose to deliver in hospital or at home, with a midwife or a physician, it is our passion to empower and support families throug...h pregnancy, childbirth and early post partum periods so that parents can begin to change outdated attitudes toward women and their rights to birth. We are educated, compassionate and understanding, yet open minded as childbirth professionals.  We understand the importance of family centered birth and are empathetic to the wishes of women and their partners while making it a priority to provide evidence based information to empower them in their decision making.       We provide childbirth/prenatal education classes in Collingwood, Wasaga Beach, Stayner, Midland and Simcoe County.       Learn about the resources available to you in the Elmvale/Wasaga Beach Collingwood area for support in the days and weeks after your baby arrives .    Six Week Classes   Tuesday 7-9pm   Class one Physical and Emotional changes, labour support, models of care   Class Two Birth plans, preterm labour, braxton hicks, danger signs, what to pack for a hospital or home birth   Class Three What is labour, how to recognize labour, comfort measures, when to alert your care provider, optimal fetal positioning, episiotomy   Class Four Epidurals, narcotics, cesarean ,  induction, interventions and natural pain relief options   Class Five What’s normal for a  newborn, cord cutting, optional and newborn procedures, skin to skin care, circumcision, bathing and diapering.   Class Six Breastfeeding, postpartum mood changes, colic, attachment parenting     Three Week Classes    Sunday 1 - 5pm   Class One Physical and Emotional changes, labour support, models of care, birth plans, preterm labour, braxton hicks, danger signs, what to pack for a hospital or home birth   Class Two What is labour, how to recognize labour, comfort measures, when to alert your care provider, optimal fetal positioning, episiotomy, epidurals, narcotics, cesarean, VBAC, induction, interventions  and natural pain relief options   Class Three What’s normal for a  newborn, cord cutting, optional and newborn procedures, skin to skin care, circumcision, bathing and diapering, breastfeeding, postpartum mood changes, colic, attachment parenting and baby wearing   Classes are $150 per couple .   The following classes are held in MIdland Class Series one  THURSDAY's 7pm - 9pm April 15th - May 20th   The following classes are held in Collingwood   Class Series Three - TUESDAYS 7pm - 9pm March 23rd - April 27th -space limited   Class Series Four - SUNDAYS 1pm - 5pm April 18th - May 2nd   Class Series Five - TUESDAYS 7pm - 9pm May 4th - June 8th   Class Series Six - SUNDAYS 1pm - 5pm May 30th - June 13th Classes are held in the offices of Midwives Nottawasaga, 9811A HWY 26 east, Collingwood . more

Brush the hair outa your horse, the dust off your saddle and come join the fun at our Spring Tune Up clinic!  A great way to start the riding season by learning new techniques and exercises to impr...ove your riding and horsemanship.  Learn how to apply the Lyons conditioned response training methods to your riding.  Emphasis will be on having better control of our horse's body so you can be safer no matter where you want to ride.  Stalls availabe on site.  $350/rider Presented by John & Josh Lyons Certified Trainer, Wendy Downer. This clinic is a great preparation for riding with Josh Lyons in June! more

Ride with Josh Lyons for just 5 days and see how far you and your horse can progress!  This clinic is for a more advanced level of rider or horse and is suited to any discipline of riding!  Thi...s will be horse training at it's very best and all techniques and exercises taught are relevant to any horse, no matter how you ride them.  This intense but fun clinic will be something you will remember for a very long time.  Stall available on site for duration of clinic.  Fee $1500 US/rider more

Come ride with one of today's top equine trainers!  If you can safely ride your horse in the company of others, this clinic is for you!  Learn to use the proven Lyons conditioned response training tec...hniques to advance your horse's performance.  Learn how you can be the best trainer for your horse with new knowledge and skills presented in a relaxed and enjoyable format.  Stalls available on site. more