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First opened in 1997, Great Blue Heron Casino is a relatively small (25,000 square feet) casino in Port Perry, Ontario. The casino is decorated in a First Nations theme and the land is owned by Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation, indeed the casino operates as a charity, ing Aboriginal and other causes. 2r336y

It is possible, although somewhat difficult, to access the casino by public transport if you take the Lakeshore East Train to Whitby followed by the number 81 bus to Port Perry, although you’ll still have to take a cab for the last 14km. For drivers there are 1,000 free parking spaces and with easy road access that is how most guests arrive. Groups of 20 or more should the casino about their Bus Program.

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The gaming floor is home to 545 slot machines with denominations from a single cent to $5. There are also 60 table games on offer with a $100 limit. Available games include blackjack, roulette, three card poker and many more. There’s also a Poker Pit which is open 24/7 with 10 tables running games of limit and no limit Texas hold ‘em as well as Omaha and Kill games. A Bad Beat Jackpot is offered whilst the casino claims their poker offers “best run tournaments in the province”.

There are three options for dining at the casino, the award winning all you can eat buffet at Water’s Edge Buffet Restaurant or the Lucky Stone Bar and Grill, with pub style food and both of these outlets offer substantial meals. The Quickbites Grab and Co is more for snacks and small meals to keep you going during a long gaming session and overall there is a good balance between game side dining and more thorough eating choices. Naturally drinks are available in all of these establishments or head to the Heron Bar for a cocktail, wider range of drinks or a snack. Located inside the slot hall, the Heron Bar is ideal for when you just can’t tear yourself away from the slots action.

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There’s no attached or onsite hotel but within driving distance you’ll find the San Man Motel, Howard Johnson Inn and iral Inn and Conference Centre all of which cater to casino guests. The casino is strictly a gaming resort, aside from the food and beverage options listed but they do offer certain promotions, as well as a Rewards Club for returning guests.

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