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Gravenhurst (2001 population 10,899) is a town in the Muskoka Region of Ontario, Canada. It is located approximately 15 kilometres south of Bracebridge, Ontario. The Town of Gravenhurst includes a large area of the District of Muskoka, known to Ontarians as "cottage country." The town centre borders on two lakes: Lake Muskoka, which is the largest lake in the Region, and Gull Lake, a smaller cottage-bordered lake. Another lake, Kahshe Lake, is situated ten kilometres south of the town.

Gravenhurst is home to the Ontario Fire College.

Established in 1992 in the heart of Ontario's scenic cottage country, the Gravenhurst Farmers' Market has become one of the region's most popular attractions. As many as 80,000 local residents, cottagers, and tourists frequent the market annually to partake in a broad array of fresh Ontario produce, arts and crafts, and special events. More, visitors can enhance their market experience by exploring Gravenhurst's many excellent shops and restaurants, or enjoying a swim and relaxing picnic at one of the community's lakeside parks. And following the market visitors can cruise Muskoka's world-famous lakes aboard the Royal Mail Ship Segwun, North America's only remaining fully-operational steamship. All together, a visit to the Gravenhurst Farmers' Market can blossom into a full-day adventure your entire family is sure to enjoy.

Annual "Music on the Barge" concerts right on the waterfront is another popular attraction to residents and tourists alike at Gull Lake Rotary Park, in Gravenhurst during the summer.

Each year Bethune Memorial House National Historic Site in Gravenhurst, Ontario sees thousands of visitors from Canada, China and around the world. Realizing the importance of Dr. Bethune's deeds for Canadians and beyond, the Bethune Memorial House seeks to teach Canadians about one of Canada's most world-famous heroes, Dr. Norman Bethune.

Slip back in time aboard the amazing Segwun, North America’s oldest operating steamship. Go sight seeing on Wenonah II, combining turn-of-the-century charm with modern conveniences. Create memories for that special event when you charter Wanda III. It’s the one of a kind way to experience Muskoka.

Today, the Segwun sails from June through October offering a variety of cruises on the Muskoka lakes. With a capacity of 99, the Segwun is the oldest operating steamship in North America and offers passengers a chance to "step back in time" to the romance and nostalgia of Muskoka’s past.

Wenonah II has joined the R.M.S. Segwun offering a variety of cruises on all three of the Muskoka lakes. Accommodating up to 200 passengers, Wenonah II combines turn-of-the-century charm with modern conveniences including air-conditioning and an on-board elevator. Passengers can enjoy three dining rooms and three decks offering the ultimate lakeview experience.

Wanda III was commissioned for Mrs. Timothy Eaton of the Eaton department stores. Outfitted with an engine of the same design as the engines built for the Canadian Navy Minesweepers during World War I, Wanda III was able to cruise the Muskoka lakes at a speed of 24 miles per hour, a speed unparalleled at the time.

Wanda III remains the finest example of the private steam yacht era. She has been lovingly restored to mint condition and now enjoys a career as a private charter vessel hosting many memorable social celebrations and corporate events for select gatherings of up to 24 guests.

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