The Kenora Bed 'n' Bale To-Do List: Make Memories, Not Just Reservations
- Dave & Laura Loohuizen

- Jun 22
- 3 min read

Some vacations are about checking into a room.
At Kenora Bed 'n' Bale, they're about checking things off your farm adventure bucket list.
When you arrive, we invite you to slow down, breathe the fresh Boreal forest air, and see just how many of these simple pleasures you can experience before it's time to head home.
✔ Feed the Farm Animals
There's something special about being greeted by eager noses and wagging tails. Help with the daily feeding routine and get to know the friendly faces who call our farm home.
✔ Walk Muppet the Sheep
Yes, you read that right!
Muppet loves making new friends and enjoys strolling around the property nibbling weeds. It's one of those unexpectedly delightful experiences that you'll be talking about long after your trip.
✔ Gather an Egg for Breakfast
Breakfast doesn't get much fresher than this. Collect an egg or two from the henhouse, give them a wash, and enjoy them cooked just the way you like.
Farm-to-table doesn't get any closer.
✔ Pet the Horses
Whether you're a lifelong horse lover or meeting one for the first time, spending a quiet moment scratching a horse's neck or watching them graze is surprisingly calming. They have a way of reminding us to slow down.
✔ Swim at the Beach
Cool off with a swim in beautiful Rabbit Lake. Bring your towel, splash around, or simply relax on the shoreline while soaking up the sunshine.
✔ Paddle a Kayak, Canoe, or Paddleboard
Explore the quiet bays and shoreline at your own pace. Early mornings and calm evenings are especially magical on the water, when loons call across the lake and the only traffic jam is a family of ducks.
✔ Catch a Fish
Whether you're an experienced angler or just trying it for fun, there's nothing quite like the excitement of feeling that first tug on your line.
You might even have a fish story to take home!
✔ Enjoy a Campfire
This one's practically mandatory.
Roast marshmallows, tell stories, watch the stars come out, and enjoy the crackle of a fire after a day full of adventure.
Some of the best vacation memories happen around a campfire.
✔ Visit the Campground Library
Forgot a book? Finished yours already?
Browse our little campground library and discover your next great read. Feel free to borrow one while you're here—or leave one behind for another guest to enjoy.
✔ Play a Game from the Tent
Rainy afternoon? Family game night? Looking for a little friendly competition?
We've got a collection of games ready to borrow, perfect for bringing everyone together around the picnic table.
✔ See a Firefly
Summer evenings sometimes come with their own light show.
If you're lucky, you'll spot tiny fireflies dancing through the grass as dusk settles over the farm. It's one of those simple moments that reminds you just how magical nature can be.
✔ Identify a Wildflower
Take a walk and see how many different flowers you can find around the property. From colourful blooms to tiny woodland treasures, every season has something new to discover.
✔ Listen to the Frogs
As the sun goes down, the frogs begin their evening concert.
It's not something you'll find in the city—and after a while, you'll wonder how you ever fell asleep without it.
✔ Try the Outdoor Shower
Showering under the open sky is an experience everyone should try at least once.
Surrounded by trees and fresh air, it's one of our guests' favourite surprises—and one they'll remember long after they've gone home.
Your Adventure Awaits
The best part about this list?
There are no prizes for finishing it.
The reward is the laughter, the fresh air, the muddy boots, the quiet sunsets, and the stories you'll tell for years to come.
So grab your family, your friends, or simply yourself, and see how many boxes you can check off during your stay.
Because at Kenora Bed 'n' Bale, you're not just booking a campsite or a cabin.
You're collecting moments that become memories.
How many will you check off?





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