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Essex County (Ontario), Canada
Photo: Candace Nast from Windsor, Candace, CC BY 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Pelee Island (pee-lee) is a 42-km² (16-sq mi) island in Lake Erie and the southernmost populated point in Canada (with 235 residents in 2016). Nearby Middle Island is the southernmost point of land in Canada. It sits at the confluence of two bird migration routes – the Atlantic Flyway and the Mississippi flyway. The island is a significant stopover site for many species of birds and insects (like monarch butterflies). Birding is a popular pastime and draw for tourism as well as the annual pheasant hunt on the island.
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Works to conserve and study birds on the island, and offers visitors the opportunity to take part in tracking, tagging and photographing the wide variety of species present.
Exhibits about the island’s (and neighbours’) human history and natural heritage.
A celebration of birds and books, traditionally held on the second weekend in May, and hosted by famed Canadian author Margaret Atwood.
Spoken word, live performance and visual arts weekly for the duration of the summer.
It includes the southernmost Chili Cook Off. A family-friendly music and arts festival that features entertainment by local, regional, national and internationally known musicians. Camping available.
Canada's southernmost and most exclusive half-marathon attracts runners from the United States and Canada. Only about 350 runners are allowed to register for the race which is held the first weekend in June.
The summer wraps up with the Heritage Weekend, hosted by the Pelee Island Heritage Centre. Nature events and the Harvest Dinner.
Sandwiches, salads, pizzas and shareable plates during the day. At night, farm-to-table dishes cocktails, and Canadian craft beers. Ingredients sourced from island & regional farms & markets.
Restaurant with a bar, and sometimes brunch.
An ice cream, hot dog, and taco stand.
The winery is in Kingsville (Ontario), but they have a pavilion on the island. Gift shop, snacks, BBQ, and wine. Live entertainment on weekend afternoons.
Salads, sandwiches, perch, burgers, apps.
Camp sites for tents and trailers; sites provide fire pits and picnic tables. No electrical hook-up. On-site camp store sells outdoor and grocery essentials and souvenirs.
Motel rooms and cottage.
Campground, RV park, and guesthouse.
Small, rustic accommodations with simple rooms or suites, and cottage style breakfasts. No TV or Wi-Fi, but porches are screened.
By plane
Pelee Island Airport (ICAO: CYPT) receives private aircraft and regular flying schedules.
Bicycling is the best way to see the 13.5-km (9-mile) island. They are available for rent near the West Dock.
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