Category: Ontario

Rolling along the highway from Ottawa to Winnipeg, I could feel the excitement in the air.

Today we are visiting Niagara Falls, Ontario, where we have a special day planned on the Maid of the Mist!

That’s right!

We are leaving the safety of the upper deck of the viewing area to view the falls.

We are booked to get up close and personal with the falls on a Maid of the Mist tour!

I can hardly contain myself as the humans ready themselves in the stylish red ponchos. We excitedly head down to the water level of the thundering falls to board the boat.

Much to my shock, my humans tuck me into their backpack.

I may fall in the water on the Maid of the Mist tour?!?

I mean, I’m a DUCK!

Oh well, I can hear the roar of the water from the falls through the backpack.

The mini human jumped with joy, feeling the rush of wind and mist as the boat approached Horseshoe Falls.

All the humans on board gasp in amazement as they take in the sheer power of the water cascading down.

A dazzling display of nature’s artistry.

From the boat, the view is spectacular, the falling water sending up sprays that dance in the sunlight.

As they float closer, the laughter and excitement bubble out of them.

I mean, what’s not to love about feeling the mist on your face and being surrounded by such breathtaking beauty?

They capture every moment by taking pictures and selfies that they will cherish for a lifetime.

Oh, how I want out of the backpack, to take in the magic of these moments.

I long to join the throngs of humans awe-struck by the grandeur of the Falls.

Although I missed the thrill of the Maid of the Mist, my humans can’t stop talking about their experience.

When I finally escape the bag, it is obvious that my humans had a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

One day, I’ll make my own splash on the Maid of the Mist at Niagara Falls.

Until then, I will live vicariously through their stories of adventure and continue on my journey.

NEVER MISS A

Bob here to tell you about an absolutely splashtastic experience my humans had at Gizmos Wax Hands in Niagara Falls, Ontario.

If you’re looking for some quacking good fun, you’ve got to check this place out!

My humans snagged a pass to explore Clifton Hills that is chock-full of exciting adventures.

They were focused on immortalizing their visit with the wax hands they had heard so much about.

Enter Gizmos is a treasure trove of cool stuff! 

Fashionable t-shirts to quirky souvenirs and even the new craze of squishy stress relief dumplings!

But the pièce de résistance? The chance to create their very own wax hand sculptures!

Now that’s something you don’t see every day!

Gizmos has turned wax hand creation into a science.

First, my humans picked their favourite colours and poses for their wax hands, and let me tell you, the excitement was palpable! 

Unfortunately, my wings could not be dipped!

The staff at Gizmos were superheroes, guiding them through the entire dipping process.

My humans told me the sensation was incredible; it felt like magic dipping their hands in gooey warmth!

Then the skilled team carefully removed the creation from the hand,

placed it in an icy-cold bath to harden,

and trimmed away the excess wax.

After that, they let their creative juices flow by working with the team on design choices to jazz up their wax hands.

While the design team worked their magic, my humans went off to explore Clifton Hills.

They returned after about an hour of eager anticipation to collect their masterpieces.

The joy on their faces was priceless!

Gizmos Wax Hands is a must-visit. It’s the perfect blend of fun, creativity, and a splash of adventure!

NEVER MISS A

Bob here to fill you in on my fun adventure at the Great Canadian Midway in the Clifton Hill area of Niagara Falls, Ontario!

Over 12 million people visit the Niagara Falls area every year, and I would imagine many of these excited folks flock to the Great Canadian Midway to soak in the excitement!

With a whopping 70,000 square feet of endless fun just a block away from the majestic Falls, this place is like a wonderland. 

As I waddled through the Midway, the laughter-filled environment enthused me.

Everyone played or cheered for others as they played the thrilling games.

My mini human was eager to play and win tickets for fantastic prizes.

Although I couldn’t play, I was elated just being part of the fun!

My humans took on the challenge at Odin’s Hammer Strike, testing their strength by swinging a mallet as hard as they could at a target!

Tic Shaq Toe was another highlight of our visit.

Then, we stumbled upon the Pirate Spin Me Wheel!

With over 300 games available to play, the fun was endless.

Just when I thought we were done, we came across a game that caught my attention.

The Great Canadian Midway is an arcade lover’s dream, filled with interactive experiences and games that light up everyone’s face.

Even though I could not play the games, I had an absolutely fantastic time cheering from the sidelines and sharing in all the fun.

Thank you, Great Canadian Midway, for adding extra excitement to our Niagara Falls visit.

NEVER MISS A

Do you ever dive into an old photo album and unleash a flood of memories? Well, that’s exactly what I was doing this morning. I stumbled upon pictures from our epic road trip back in May 2023! Talk about a quacking good time!

One of my humans had a packed schedule, zipping from place to place like a whirlwind. But you know how kids can be, right? I kept flapping my wings, chirping about wanting to stop at Niagara Falls.

After what felt like an eternity (okay, maybe just a few minutes), she finally relented. “Fine, Bob, we can stop for 15 minutes for you to see The Falls from the Canadian side!” Victory was mine!

Now, let me tell you, Niagara Falls is not just any waterfall; it’s a magnificent trio of falls. These are Horseshoe Falls, American Falls, and Bridal Veil Falls. They all spill over the edge in a glorious rush of water!

The view from the Canadian side is simply breathtaking.

Horseshoe Falls, the biggest of all, straddles the border between Canada and the USA. And boy, oh boy, it packs a punch with the highest flow rate of any waterfall in North America!

More than 168,000 cubic meters of water thunder over the crest EVERY MINUTE.

Just imagine that roar—it’s music to a little rubber duckie’s ears!

As we approached, the excitement buzzed in the air. We parked the car, and I flapped out faster than you could say “quack-tastic!” The crowd was buzzing, and I could feel the anticipation. Come on, let’s flutter to the lookout points! The sound of water crashing down into the rocks below was like nature’s applause. Sweet squeals of delight erupted from kids nearby, their eyes wide with wonder as they experienced the falls for the first time. I was practically bouncing with joy!

And then I spotted them—a boat down below, braving the mist and the spray for a closer look.

I could almost hear the humans laughing as they soaked up the splendor. They probably got a little drenched in the process.

Oh, how I wished I could jump in and join them!

But alas, my time was limited. Just when the magic was reaching its peak, the clock struck “time’s up.” So we had to hightail it back to the car.

My dreams of bouncing on the waves below and experiencing all the exhilarating adventures Niagara Falls had to offer fluttered away like a wayward feather.

Still, those 15 glorious minutes filled my little heart with unforgettable memories.

Niagara Falls, you will forever be imprinted in my rubbery soul. I will be back to experience the area and all it has to offer! Onward to the next adventure! Quack on!

NEVER MISS A