Vote for Long Point as one of "New Seven Wonders of Nature"

Norfolk County is seeking international
recognition of the Long Point sand spit as one of the world's New Seven
Wonders of Nature.
   At 40 kilometres (24 miles) in length, Long Point juts into Lake Erie and
already claims the title as Canada's longest sand spit. It is believed to be
the world's longest sand spit in fresh water. Long Point can be seen from
outer space and is a fixture on television weather maps of the Great Lakes.
   Long Point is one of only three Canadian locations in the international
New Seven Wonders of Nature competition with official government support. In
order to move Long Point to the next phase of the competition, votes must be
cast at www.new7wonders.com before December 31, 2008. A link is also available
at www.norfolktourism.ca.
   "This is an opportunity for Canadians to put one of its own unique,
natural features onto the world's stage," said Norfolk County mayor Dennis
Travale. "Long Point is a true natural wonder."
   Long Point is designated as a World Biosphere area by UNESCO. It has one
of Ontario's longest white sandy beaches and is becoming a popular tourism
destination for bird lovers, nature enthusiasts and for the sports of fishing,
hunting and boating. Long Point is also national headquarters for Bird Studies
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