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camp fortune

This experience near Ottawa is a totally unique way to see the fall colours. You can ride a mountain coaster through a canopy of golden leaves that will completely immerse you in autumn magic.

Camp Fortune, located in Chelsea, Quebec, is home to an epic Mountain Pipe Coaster that takes you twisting and turning through colourful landscapes.

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One of the best things about living in Ottawa is how easy it is to escape from the city. What Otown lacks in city size it more than makes up for in proximity to majestic nature and cozy little townlets.

Chelsea is one such example of a perfect city getaway. Just 10 minutes from downtown, the municipality brings a classic charm to the beautiful Quebec countryside. Here, you can wander around the main street in Old Chelsea, enjoy some fine dining in old log cabins or go hiking on one of the many beautiful trails in Gatineau Park.

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If you're looking for a thrilling fall adventure near Ottawa there is a ride that will have you twisting and turning through a forest.

Camp Fortune's mountain coaster opened last summer and it's less than 30 minutes from Ottawa in Chelsea, Quebec. A scenic chairlift ride will take you up over the trees so you can admire the fall colours from above.

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Thanksgiving is finally here, but there is more to do than feast on turkey. Here are eight things to do this weekend in Ottawa to make the most of your extra time off work.

There are lots of new locations you will want to explore, from an exotic snack store to the terrifying attraction The Sawmill. So it's time to start making plans with your friends and decide on which activity below you'll try first.

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After spending all week in Zoom calls, the last thing you want to do is spend another moment in front of a screen. So we have eight things to do in Ottawa this weekend so you can spend every second in the sunshine.

It is an exciting time as there are so many new attractions opening around town, like a new cocktail lounge where you can relax on the patio and a mountain coaster.

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