Our Beautiful Town of Goderich

Last night, while at the BIA's Summer Evening Concert Series, I was chatting with a nice family from Hamilton. They were very impressed with our "genuine, caring town" and the beautiful beach that Goderich has to offer. We compared and contrasted different lifestyles, population sizes (they differed here), and community interest and involvement. In conversing with the father and his son, I realized that we are so fortunate to live in such a beautiful town and a supportive community.
I also have family visiting from Delta, British Columbia, located in North Vancouver with a population of 100,000 people. I was showing them around Goderich, including The Square and the Cove Beach, and they were surprised about how much I not only knew about the town, but also by how many people that I knew in the town. One thing that I admire most about Goderich is the friendly atmosphere and local interest and growth. Many tourists feel welcomed, and like Goderich because we are so inviting and hospitable. As I think about all of the great things that Goderich has to offer, I thought that I would make a list of my Top Ten Things I Like About Goderich:
10. Chiming of the Clock- Whenever I am in town, close enough to hear the chiming of the clock, I can tell what time it is.
9. Summer events on the Square- In working with the BIA this summer, I have realized how many events and activities happen in The Square! They have been a blast, and have been well received! I have met so many great, interesting people and have gotten the opportunity to learn about many different aspects of our lovely town.
8. The movie theatre- I love going to the movies with my friends! It is such a fun place to go to, and is even better on Tuesdays, when it is cheap night!!
7. Maitland Trail- On a nice breezy, summer evening, I like to escape on the Maitland Trail and walk up to Tiger Dunlop's Tomb. The scenery is gorgeous and there are lots of animals to watch.
6. Huron County Courthouse- There is so much history that accompanies the Courthouse. The Courthouse is at the heart of Goderich, and has played an instrumental role in many cases throughout Ontario! It is quite an impressive building.
5. Rural Ontario- I love being able to drive down a dirt road, and see an abundance of crops growing in the fields. Wide open pastures, flowing streams, and country farmhouses are something to be admired.
4. Culberts Bakery- Mmmmmm, cookies and donuts. No where else in town can compare! I love the chocolate shortbread cookies. If you are visiting Goderich, this is one place that you need to visit!
3. The friendly people of Goderich- I love walking down the streets in Goderich and knowing atleast one other person, or being able to smile at a passing resident. This attitude helps to strengthen our community, and town as a whole.
2. The local atmosphere- Many businesses and citizens within the Town of Goderich are very big motivators and believers in the Buy Local, Buy Fresh campaign. There are also many other initiatives and events that take place to promote our local produce, such as Saturday Farmers' Markets on The Square (8am- 1pm), Sunday Flea Market on The Square (9am-3pm). Taste of Huron, and the fall Health and Harvest Festival, where local vendors sell local produce. What a great way to support your community, save money, and help the environment!
1. The beach- As the beach is so close, it is perfect for a day out with your friends or family. We are so fortunate to be on the coastline of Lake Huron, and to be able to access the beach everyday.

Those are just some of the wonderful things that I love about Goderich!
So, get out there and soak up some of the great things that Goderich has to offer!!

Thanks,
Jessica Adams
BIA Summer Student
bia@goderich.ca
519-440-0871