Ryan Little, son of member Bob Little, will be in Canada from December 15th to December 31st and we have arranged for him to speak to members and guests of PROBUS Club of Blue Mountain.

Ryan spoke at our meeting approx. 3 years ago and provided a stirring story of his volunteer efforts to aid the people of Ukraine in defending themselves from their attack from Russia. This next talk will provide more information about what he’s been doing since that last talk. As you can see of the attached photo, he’s been in contact with President Zelenski so no doubt his talk will be fascinating.

Date: Thursday December 18th at 3 PM to 4:30 pm Location: Collingwood Public Library.

All attendees must register by adding your name to the contact list at November’s meeting or email Tom James at tom@tljamesphotography.com

Seven esteemed Blue Mountain probus members gathered for an exclusive lunch at Kelseys. We were, as always, treated like royalty and feasted on lunch specials and featured beverages. No lunch group in December (Xmas party) or January. Stay tuned for the February location,yet to be determined.

The Cycling Group recently celebrated the completion of it’s 2025 remarkable Ride Schedule – 20 completed rides, only 2 cancellations due to rain, and an average rider turnout of 14 riders. Building on this the Cycling Group Committee prepared its 2026 Ride Schedule for the opening weeks only, having decided to monitor conditions and develop the remainder of the 2026 schedule progressively throughout the summer months.

The Committee continues to extend a warm welcome to new riders who want to join the Group and hopes to increase the number of our Ride Leaders. We will work to make next season an amazing adventure, while ensuring we “keep the fun between our legs”.

Please go to the Cycling page for all the details on the 2026 activities.

It's that season again and PROBUS Ski Legends will be in full swing. Details for this group can be found here.

The 2025 paddling season has come to an end with our last trip on the Beaver River led by Michael Coward on October 9th.

The paddling season went well this year with an average turn out of about 6-8 paddlers, per trip. We ventured out on the bay this year with a trip led by Dave Howden, and it went very well with low waves and a pleasant paddle from Thornbury to Lora Bay and return. We managed to get in a trip to Beausoleil Island led by Carl on a very hot day, but the swimming, and picnicking was good on the beach at Chimney bay.

With very few rain out days we enjoyed a great paddling season. Next year we may offer the Willow Lake adventure again in April and paddle some new areas as determined by your Paddling committee. So, until the spring, stay fit for your paddling adventures next year.

Carl Wintermeyer

Dave Howden will be organizing treks on Fridays.

Please look at gptg.probuscanada.ca before planning your next vacation….our people are great to travel with.

We are working hard for you and here are the current trips, for you and yours, friends and family to consider

1. The Morocco program is, land - 10-24 April 2026. It is filling up well. For info call Fred 416-882-6916
2. Small group Ireland….land- 01 -12 June 2027. Call 705 429 9455 for info. There are 2 spaces left.
3. Japan 03-16 Nov 2026. Call 705 444 1161 for info ( Brenda) 4.TBA... bike trip in Quebec incl Le Petit Train du Nord. Sept 2026.
4. Star Clipper sailing ship, 4 masts, 83 cabins…visit many small islands from Costa Rica to Panama . Dates 09-16 Jan 2027. Call 705 429 9455 for Info.
5. TBA Haida Gwaii adventure Aug 2026 out of Sandspit. Again, please look at the website for up to date info……

Many, many thanks-Gloria on behalf of GPTG