Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine - Cottage Country Connection - Spring Issue

SPRING 2019 - Print, Online & Social

Cottage Country

FREE - Thank Our Advertisers!

Cottage Lifestyle Your

Magazine Since 1994

A TRUE FAMILY BUSINESS Fisher Excavating & Grading

Photo Credit Belinda Wilson

HOME & COTTAGE • EVENTS • LAKE STORIES • RECIPES • DIY • KIDS CORNER • PETS & VETS • IN THE NEWS

Cottage Country's Largest• FREE Winning LifestyleKIDS Magazine!

HOME & COTTAGE • EVENTS IN THEAward NEWS • RECIPES Cottage • DIY • KREATIVE • PETS

Cottage Country Lifestyle

trade show Kickoff to Cottage Season

JUNE 1 , 2019 ST

Saturday 10am - 6pm at the LAKEFIELD

ARENA

20 Concession St, Lakefield

Free admission FRE e gift!* Accepting Food Bank Donations *For the firs t 50 people in the door

and Pet Food Donations

RESERVE YOUR BOOTH TODAY!

705-313-2455 • cottagecountrylifestyle@gmail.com • www.cottage.rocks

Cottage Country

Your

2 Spring 2019 ~ Your Cottage Since Lifestyle 1994Magazine / Cottage Country Connection

Magazine Explore Cottage Country

Since 1994

Home & Cottage ~ Spring 2019

3

CONTENTS SPRING 2019

HOME & COTTAGE Cottage Country Fishing Hooked with Mike Williams Unstoppable Tracy Find Your Haven Your Get Ready for Spring Top 12 List Those Were the Days - Russ Sanders Fenelon Falls Chamber DIY with Dave Four-Season Sunroom Constructing the Trent-Severn Waterway Griffins Greenhouses - Houseplants Marketplace Events Kawartha Lakes Country Living Show

A TRUE FAMILY BUSINESS

10 11 13 14 16 17 20 21 23 25 27 38 40 42

PAGE 06

LAKE STORIES

Fisher Excavating & Grading

18 Lake Katchewanooka 19 Lake Kashagawigamog

HOOKED

Leisure Fishing with Pro Angler Mike Williams

HEALTH

PAGE 11

26 Organ & Tissue Donation 26 Canada's Food Guide

EVENTS

RECIPES

PAGE 40

28 Oma's Apple Cake 29 Steamed Mussels

PETS & VETS 30 Tracking & Trailing 31 The Debate Indoor vs Outdoor Board 32 Sick, Orphaned or Injured Animals

KIDS CORNER UNSTOPPABLE TRACY COTTAGE COUNTRY'S TV Host, #1 International TedX Speaker, BUSINESS OF THE YEAR Best Selling Author, and Decorated Athlete in Oprah Magazine

PAGE 13

World Championship Martial Arts

PAGE 35

IN THE NEWS 35 World Championship Martial Arts 36 Some End-of-Cycle Considerations 37 Events Not to Miss with the Kawartha Chamber

705.313.2245

Cottage Country

Your

34 Colourful Bubbles

www.cottage.rocks CottageCountryLifestyle@gmail.com

Magazine Since 1994

Kelly Welsh

Publisher & Art Director

Emily Ireland

Communications Manager

Deb Mahoney

Account Executive

Tania Moher

Social, Design & Distribution

Belinda Wilson

Account Executive & Writer

Moira Gale

Social Media & Writer

Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine / Cottage Country Connection is published 6 times a year by Cottage Country Lifestyle Magazine Inc., 705-313-2245, PO Box 8, Buckhorn Ontario K0L 1J0.

Printing 18,000 per issue and distributed by Canada Post (to Cottages, Homes & Businesses) and distributed to over 100 drop locations. In Print, Online and on Social. Copyright 1994-2019. All rights reserved.

4 Spring 2019 ~ Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine / Cottage Country Connection

Explore Cottage Country

CCC CONTEST WE'RE CELEBRATING OUR !

25TH ANNIVERSARY BY GIVING AWAY A

3 Night Dream Getaway on an Egan Houseboat!

Cottage Country SINCE 1994

LIKE & SHARE

for a chance to WIN! *Winner will be announced in the Fall Issue.

See www.cottage.rocks for contest details.

ARE YOU READY FOR COTTAGE SEASON? We Are! Meet Team CCC

Kelly Welsh Publisher Art Director Horse Lover

Since 1994

Emily Ireland

Communications Manager Expert Crafter

Deb Mahoney

Account Executive Hockey Mom Animal Lover

Belinda Wilson

Account Executive Writer

Rock Star Singer by Night

Tania Moher

Moira Gale

Dog Lover

Nature Lover

Social Media Graphic Design

Social Media Writer

Home & Cottage ~ Spring 2019

5

A TRUE FAMILY BUSINESS Fisher Excavating & Grading

Dwaine Fisher has worked in construction since he was 14 years old, and in 2006 he and his wife, Lindsey, decided it was to time to go into business for themselves. Today they have six to eight employees, depending on the time of year, and a growing fleet of equipment which recently saw the addition of a construction barge, facilitating shoreline and island work.

(See “Your Cottage Lifestyle” January-February 2019 issue) “We make a great team,” says Lindsey. “We take pride in our workmanship, love meeting new people and finding out what they need and how we can achieve that for them. We are constantly thinking outside the box to overcome challenges and issues in order to provide the customer with exactly what they want.”

A big part of that is establishing a good working relationship with other contractors on any jobsite. In the end it’s all about

the overall customer experience – everyone involved in the process bears the responsibility of making sure that experience is a good one.

Lindsey says that the customer has a big role to play in this as well. “It’s important to ask for the credentials of your contractor before starting any construction or renovation.” A jobsite where everyone is properly trained and knows their job is a productive, proactive jobsite.

6 Spring 2019 ~ Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine / Cottage Country Connection

Explore Cottage Country

For the Fisher team, the job doesn’t begin when the equipment moves onsite – it begins by walking the customer through all aspects of the job, whether it is a septic system, shoreline improvement, or other excavation project. Lindsey explains that it isn’t uncommon for them to take the customer to the location of a past project, and by using photos to provide a “before and after” they can show the customer what is possible.

will ensure that the job was done right. Septic installers must be licensed, and the Fisher team have gone to school and obtained the necessary tickets to do the job knowledgeably and efficiently.

For every job, Fisher arranges for all required permits. If it’s a new build, that could involve permits for demolition, septic, etc., as well as those required by the conservation authority.

They also make sure they are copied on all the builder’s activity for construction, in order to be on top of any situations which may require their attention.

If the planned project involves a boathouse and/or shoreline work, this requires another field of expertise. Dwaine Fisher understands local water levels and the ramifications of changes in those levels. He has an excellent working relationship with Trent-Severn Waterway and the Kawartha Region Conservation Authority, and understands their perspectives on shoreline conservation, habitat protection, etc. He can work with contractors and builders, lending his expertise in order to avoid problems which could prove disastrous down the road.

If the client is considering purchasing an existing house or cottage, Fisher will inspect the existing septic system and evaluate its viability – it may not be up to spec if one is planning changes to the capacity of the household. Permits will be obtained, and follow-ups after the work is completed

The philosophy at Fisher Excavating and Grading is to provide peace of mind for the customer during the entire process, and part of that peace of mind comes from knowing that costs are all-in. “Unless changes are made by the customer, the quoted price is what they pay. Any extra costs incurred by us are borne

Since 1994

Home & Cottage ~ Spring 2019

7

by us, and are not passed on to the customer,” Lindsey explains.

The biggest challenges are weatherrelated; ice and water levels must always be considered, winter shoreline work requires frozen ground, and a jobsite saturated from too much rain can be unreliable. The customer is always kept up to date on the status of their project, and any delays are explained in such a way that they understand the situation.

Lindsey says these challenges are just part of the job and overcoming them in order to ensure that the finished project results in a satisfied customer is the biggest reward.

“For us, that’s what it’s all about,” she says.

Taking pride in a job well done is part of the Fisher philosophy, and being a family-owned and operated business, that work ethic is being passed on to the next generation: son Dawson is as actively involved as a 12-year-old can be, working in the yard, screening topsoil and operating equipment, and spending summers working onsite with his dad.

10-year-old daughter Paige is busy right now with figure skating and sports, but

it’s likely she, too, may be involved in the family business when the time is right.

From residential to commercial, grading and dredging to concrete work, river rock and armour stone, and so much more, Fisher Excavating and Grading is proud

to serve Kawartha Lakes.

Check out their website: www.fisherexcavating.ca, or contact them at 705-878-3714 (Bus), 705-878-6474 (Mobile) or by email at fisherex@live.ca Photo Credit Belinda Wilson

8 Spring 2019 ~ Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine / Cottage Country Connection

Explore Cottage Country

Cottage Living with Dani

What’s in a Wave?

I am a proud Canadian and there are many reasons I love our great country. Our lakes, our mountains, and our animals, just to name a few. My favourite thing about our country is that I truly believe we are one of the friendliest nations in the world.

One of the things I love about living in Cottage Country is that I often get to see these small displays of friendliness. Last year, I spent an hour or so driving down a very remote cottage road.

Cell phone reception was non-existent. Radio reception followed suit. I was a stranger to the area but I never felt alone. As I drove down the turns and the twists I passed many cottagers along the way. A young couple jogging waved to me with enthusiasm and I returned a head nod with a quick two finger half salute.

The next turn I passed a lone cyclist, who nodded and waved and again I returned a quick wave and head nod. As I continued this long drive, every single person I passed, extended a friendly wave and smile.

Over the years, the ‘cottager’ wave is something that has become somewhat habitual. When on the dock or in the boat, we were trained as children to give a friendly wave when passing anyone on the lake, campground or cottage road. As a parent, I always tell my children to give a friendly wave back when someone passes by our dock and gives a ‘cottage wave’.

In the routine of everyday life, I don’t wave to every car that drives by our house, or every cyclist that passes, but when we leave the hustle and bustle of the daily grind and head North to the wilderness, there seems to be a transformation where a simple expression like a wave becomes the norm to every person we pass and there is a feeling of ease to greet each other.

It’s a wonderful tradition this ‘cottage wave’. A reminder that everyone appreciates a smile and a wave. Even though we may be strangers, that tiny gesture can mean so much to someone. It keeps us human, it keeps us grounded. It keeps us connected. It keeps us Canadian.

By Danielle McNelly, Nortech for Windows, Doors & Sunrooms www.nortechwindows.com

Since 1994 1994 Since

Home & Cottage Lake Stories ~ Spring 2019

9

Cottage Country

Fishing

Peterborough, the Kawarthas and the Haliburton Highlands are the perfect destination for fishing. With many cool and warm water lakes and rivers, and a variety of fish species to catch from pan fish to sport fish, it all happens here. Although fishing is meant for pleasure and fun, in Ontario there are rules to follow while taking part in this pastime/sport. You’ll need to get a fishing license, and learn the open seasons, catch limits and fishing zones before you head out to the water. Here’s a handy guide for fish by species.

When to go Here are the regulations for what dates you can fish for each species. Peterborough and the Kawarthas are in Zone 17 and for full details and body of water/catch limitations check out www.ontario.ca/document/ontario-fishing-regulations-summary.

• Brook Trout Season: Fourth Saturday in April to September 30 • Brown Trout Season: Fourth Saturday in April to September 30 • Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass combined Season: Third Saturday in June to December 15 • Muskellunge Season: First Saturday in June to December 15 • Channel Catfish Season: Fourth Saturday in April to November 15 • Crappie Season: Open all year • Lake Sturgeon Season: Closed all year • Rainbow Trout Season: Fourth Saturday in April to September 30 • Lake Trout Season: Fourth Saturday in April to September 30 • Lake Whitefish Season: Fourth Saturday in April to November • Northern Pike Season: Open all year • Pacific Salmon Season: Fourth Saturday in April to September 30 • Atlantic Salmon Season: Fourth Saturday in April to September 30 • Sunfish Season: Open all year • Walleye and Sauger Combined Season: Second Saturday in May to November 15 • Yellow Perch Season: Open all year

10 Spring 2019 ~ Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine / Cottage Country Connection

Explore Cottage Country

Hooked

Leisure Fishing with Pro Angler Mike Williams

The Mid-Winter Blahs When you are an avid angler living here in cottage country Ontario, you know all too well about the mid-winter blahs. We’ve made it to the point in the year where you’re getting fed up with the cold weather and you just want to get out on your favourite lake, enjoy some sunshine, cast a line and reel in a big fish.

Even though ice fishing is a popular retreat, for some of us die-hard fisherpersons there is no comparison to being at the lake fishing, enjoying time with friends and family. If you find yourself having a case of the blahs, here are few ways you can distract yourself from these feelings, and hopefully make the spring season come a little quicker.

Although a fishing vacation south would be amazing, we can’t all afford that - and let me tell you it’s a short lived fix to the craving. Become a fan of some of the exciting new things happening for some of our Canadian anglers in the major tournament series south of the border, such as the FLW Tour or Bassmaster where local boys like the Johnston brothers are taking the Elites by storm. With live streamed events it’s not hard to get into the action and show your support.

Another idea is to get involved with some of the great fishing groups on the web or social media, and talk about the upcoming season.

These platforms are a great way to share interests and information to make your next trip more successful.

Get your gear prepared and make sure everything is in order, so that

Since 1994

it is ready to go when the time comes around. Get your reels lubed up and rods checked, organize tackle, and make lists on what tackle you may need, or would like to try next time out.

Visit one of the many local sportsmen or fishing shows - this is a great way to spend time gathering tips and techniques from the pros, through the many seminars. Visit with the vendors and find some of the great off-season deals, or look at that dream boat you want to get into in the near future.

I know these may not completely take away that ‘Can’t wait ‘til summer’ feeling, but I hope they will help pass the time, and get you through the winter blahs. On the bright side, it may be freezing with a foot of snow outside, but at least there are no black flies or mosquitoes to contend with!

Your friend in fishing!!

Mike Williams, Pro Angler & Owner of Williams Outfitters in Curve Lake First Nation www.williamsoutfitters.com Mike Williams is a professional angler with over 20 years of guiding and tournament experience.

He is 4-time Top Bass Angler of the year, 2-time CSFL Classic champion (to name just a few) and a Featured TV Co-host on Canadian Sport Fishing with Italo Labignan and on the Fly Fisher with Bill Spicer.

Home & Cottage ~ Spring 2019

11

12 Spring 2019 ~ Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine / Cottage Country Connection

Explore Cottage Country

Change is Opportunity With over 400,000 lakes, rivers & streams in Ontario, water sports are a natural part of life here in Cottage Country.

Dip, pull, swing; canoeing in Cottage Country started me on the water and led to sailing bigger boats. I eventually found myself captain of a tall ship in the Eastern Atlantic and later, sailed in the North Sea on a flat bottom vessel called the Lutgerdina. I worked hard to earn the respect of the crew, eventually I could roll big sails, whip fraying lines, and hold my own on deck alongside the best of them. I would even go out on the bowsprit, despite the fact that the mesh fish net below had squares that I could fall through.

Oh - Did I mention, I am a four way amputee?!

Hi - I am Unstoppable Tracy Schmitt. No matter whether it was a cottage or a ship, there was always at least one occurrence of someone hiding my legs on me. This became something I could count on. Another reliable circumstance for all of us is change.

Change is inevitable, and comes with a learning curve. I learned to embrace change like falling out of a sailboat; the best way to thrive, is to jump in with both feet - pardon the pun.

I was given the opportunity to try water skiing when I visited Robinson Crusoe Island. My host had a wide board that was perfect for me, so I saddled up. Because of the novelty of the ‘adapted’ board it attracted a bit of a crowd. Water skiing was a BIG change from sailing a tall ship and I knew there would be a learning curve.

My first round went well, I simply swung by behind the boat, nothing fancy. I waved playfully at the audience, and they cheered and waved back. The driver of the boat decided to keep the show

Since 1994

going. We went around again, making our way closer to the shore so everyone could see us. I rode the waves on either side of the wake and wiggled my waist a bit; extra fancy. Again, the people cheered and I could see elbow nudges “Check out Tracy!” The noise began to attract others, and the crowd got bigger. As we made our way through another round, the back board holding me up popped out accidentally, and as I fell back, there was a gap on the board where the post had been placed, the gap spouted a fountain of water out the hole. To the crowd watching on the shore, it looked like a stunt with me on my back, and a water fountain rooster tail between my legs. The people all cheered on, with no idea I’d just fallen. When I tried to get up they thought I was doing more tricks, so they all cheered louder! I was hanging on for dear life as I slipped and slid to the back of the board! The crowd roared on; it was so funny. Everyone thought of me as an amazing stuntwoman, and yet it was all a comedy of errors!

Whether it’s the shore of a lake here in Cottage Country or the Pacific Ocean, I say it’s not so much about embracing, learning or coping with change, but rather embracing new, unknown opportunities. If I can do you it, you can do it!

By Unstoppable Tracy Schmitt, BRLS, B.Ed, MBA TV HOST, #1 International TedX Speaker, Best Selling Author, and Decorated Athlete in Oprah Magazine #UnstoppableTracy www.unstoppabletracy.com

Home & Cottage ~ Spring 2019

13

Haven Find Your

Transitioning from city setting to country living is a jump many heading toward Cottage County are looking to embrace. Picture your dream home within a custom community, built to suit the nature surrounding it; prestigious lots fronting on a magnificent river and immersed in forest - this is Haven on the Trent. A tranquil setting with breathtaking views along the majestic Trent Severn Waterway, located just outside of Campbellford, Ontario. This is the change of pace you have been looking for.

There is a certain appeal to having the country setting, that feeling of living right in the middle of the forest, while still retaining municipal water and sewer, local services and providers and nearby shopping.

structure, creating a community with impressive character and long-lasting value. With lots available now, you can elect to use Haven building partner McDonald Homes, or select a property and bring in your own TARION™ certified builder.

Haven on the Trent is an exclusive waterfront community offering a unique key lot concept, brought to you by Sifton Properties, a company based out of London, Ontario for 95 years.

The strategic design of these key lots allows an increase in the number of homes with waterfront, while maintaining peaceful privacy between homes. Each building lot uniquely contours the natural features of the property, plus architectural building guidelines ensure a cohesive compromise between land and

Recently, Haven celebrated the successful grand opening of its first model home. Clearly this community is a desired retreat for families, retirees and folks looking to get away from the bustle of big city life. Book your tour of the model straight from their website with the convenient ‘Register Now’ link. Registering through the online link allows you to connect with numerous useful contacts, be notified of future open houses, building phases, and more.

14 Spring 2019 ~ Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine / Cottage Country Connection

Explore Cottage Country

With a serene natural setting right outside the door, Haven is the perfect location for the active outdoor enthusiast. The exclusive Haven on the Trent includes a 4 acre park along the Trent Severn Waterway with expansive views of Ferris Provincial Park. The park grounds also include a splendid looping trail, and a sheltered gathering space for those cozy family picnics. If hiking is your forte, extensive trails throughout the community connect to Seymour Conservation Area where adventure awaits.

Haven on the Trent is conveniently located close enough to the community of Campbellford that residents can walk, or ride their bikes to visit the charming downtown, which offers a thriving arts community, and many one of a kind shops and restaurants. A hospital, farmers market, craft brewery as well as gas and grocery shops offer residents of Campbellford integral services, but also a warmth and hospitality only a small town can offer.

With lot servicing and road paving completed, the wait is over. Phase one is almost sold out, now is the perfect time to choose one of their secluded wooded or waterfront properties to build your dream Haven - you could be moving in by the end of the year!

Haven on the Trent www.havenonthetrent.ca Sifton Properties- Experience the Difference™

Since 1994

Home & Cottage ~ Spring 2019

15

Get Ready for Spring

TOP 12 LIST

You know it's that time of year again - time to get your house backin shape and prepare it for the nice weather.

If you are having a hard time deciding where to start, here is a list of the Top 12 'around the house' spring chores to do this season.

1. Exterior Repairs - Inspect the outside of your home - your roof, steps and deck - for any damage which may have occurred, such as loose or missing shingles, evidence of leaks, cracks in seals, or rotting boards etc.

2. Yard Clean Up - Remove burlap from trees and shrubs and

prune away winter-killed branches to make room for new growth.

Cut back and divide perennials as needed and clean up your garden beds.

3. Windows - Both the inside and outside of your windows will need to be washed. And don’t forget the screens.

4. The Driveway - Power wash your driveway, removing mildew and discoloration. Also coat your driveway with driveway sealer if needed.

5. Lawn Care - Lightly rake up dead grass and leftover leaves remaining on the surface, and apply spring fertilizer.

6. Check Detectors - Test out your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and replace the batteries.

7. Furnace Air Filter - Replace your filter and, if needed, schedule a furnace cleaning.

8. Declutter/Organize - Sort through closets, drawers, cupboards etc. and throw out and recycle what you don’t need or use regularly.

Organize areas like kids' toys and the piles of paperwork!

9. Garage Sale - Once you have sorted through your home and decluttered, plan a garage sale or street sale to find new homes for what you no longer need.

10. Eavestroughs - Clean out your eavestroughs and check for

any needed repairs like holes or reattaching downspouts, and make sure they are directing water away from the building.

11. Air Conditioner - Get your cooling system ready before the heat hits! Arrange for an annual check-up. Take off the cover, trim away any shrubs from the unit, and make sure its drain line isn't clogged.

12. Clean Clean Clean - Do every area of the inside of your home

- sweep, mop, dust, polish wood, wash walls and baseboards, vacuum/carpet clean, clean out the fridge, etc., leaving your home sparkling clean and fresh and ready to enjoy spring.

16 Spring 2019 ~ Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine / Cottage Country Connection

Explore Cottage Country

Those Were The Days My wife and I are celebrating our 65th anniversary in March and when we were discussing a ssmall gettogether, one of my grandsons asked, “How old are you, grandpa?” When I replied, a confused look crossed his face and in a whisper of disbelief he uttered, “Wow, that's old, grandpa."

When octogenarians are asked if they feel old most will say "not in the least" - in our minds we are still young - the only time we feel old is in the morning when every bone in our bodies aches, or when we look in a mirror and accept the image looking back as reality.

But believe it or not, there are many perks to being around so long - we have seen history as it actually happened instead of watching incomplete documentaries of bygone years.

I was born during the Great Depression when there was just enough food to grace a table, when my siblings clothes became mine as hand-me-downs, when a quarter was a lot of money. We remember Canada entering World War Two. The next five years we saw many things rationed,

Since 1994

“We Are Not Old ”

from groceries to meats and even nylon stockings. I witnessed soldiers and tanks, guns and cannons, navy destroyers, fighter planes, parachutes and screaming air raid sirens that literally sent a chill down everyone’s spine. Dad sat at the kitchen table reading the daily news, pictures of sinking ships and bombed out cities and always on the front page, a casualty list. Oh but the singing and dancing in the streets, the honking of horns and the jubilation when the war was finally over.

There were inventions and innovations that came about in the 1950s, many devised to assist our troops during the war. Canned foods, iced tea, Saran wrap and the microwave oven to name a few, and of course a dawning of the jet age. I remember ice boxes, the hula hoop, Salk discovering a vaccine to cure polio, when gas was 18 cents a gallon, milk was 82 cents a gallon, pop and ice cream a nickel and bread less than a dime.

We wish we could forget some of the 1969's - the assassinations of John Kennedy, Martin Luther King and Robert Kennedy; conversely, Woodstock, the

young peoples’ sexual revolution where no one over the age of thirty was to be trusted. I experienced three tornadoes firsthand and sat on the banks of the Detroit River hearing the sounds of gun shots as the west side of Detroit burned during the 1969 riots.

Wow indeed, in the first half of my life I have witnessed events as they unfolded; Joe Louis, Ben Hogan, Rocket Richard setting records, John Glenn orbiting the Earth, man actually landing on the moon and how we were all captivated

by Queen Elizabeth’s coronation. We have seen the beginnings and endings of the Korean and Vietnam wars, the advent of colour television and to date I have lived through 14 USA Presidents and 14 Canadian Prime Ministers.

Space prevents me from citing so many important events we have actually seen with our own eyes so, when referring to men and women from my era, we do not see ourselves as old but more so vintage, you know, like fine wine.

By: Russ Sanders epigram@nexicom.net

Home & Cottage ~ Spring 2019

17

Lake Katchewanooka

Part of Our Heritage Katchewanooka is an Ojibway word, which means lake of many rapids. Before the Trent Severn Waterway was built the lake was narrower with faster moving water. The lake runs south from Clear Lake to a point where it narrows to become the Otonabee River, just north of the Village of Lakefield. The lake is 8 kilometers long and half a kilometer wide and is one of the smaller Kawartha Lakes but its key position makes it an important part of the Trent Severn Waterway. Lock 27 is north of Katchewanooka at Young’s Point and Lock 26 is to the south in Lakefield. It is a shallow sandy lake not much more than 9 meters deep with many hazards for boaters to avoid.

Early settler Sam Strickland was drawn to Katchewanooka by reports of great fishing with the lake also connecting to several other larger lakes. Sam Strickland’s famous writer sisters Catherine Parr Traill and Susannah Moodie followed him and moved there with their families after him in the 1830s. There is a historical plaque dedicated to Susannah Moodie at the site of her former farm on Katchewanooka Lake.

Now the lake is home to Katchewanooka Resort, Lakeside Cottages, Lake Edge Cottages, Ringtail Camp and a number of private year round residences and cottages.

Lakefield College School is on the east shore. Katchiwano Golf and Cuntry Club is on the west shore. There is public access to the lake from the Otonabee River at the public boat launch at Lakefield Marina on Water Street in Lakefield.

The fishing is not as good as it was in the days of Sam Strickland but bass fishing is usually productive with Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass, lots of Yellow Perch and large Carp. There are also Walleye and Muskellunge that may be caught from time to time.

Photo Credit January Ferguson

18 Spring 2019 ~ Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine / Cottage Country Connection

Explore Cottage Country

The Lake of Long & Winding Waters

Lake Kashagawigamog The Haliburton Highlands is a vast and stunning region of Cottage Country containing more than 600 lakes. Lake Kashagawigamog is one of the largest in the area and is in fact a widening of the Drag River (formerly known as Burnt River) which flows from Drag Lake into a chain of five lakes at Head Lake and then out again at Canning Lake. It is part of the Trent-Severn Waterway system.

Kashagawigamog is the central lake in the chain, connected to Canning Lake to the west, Soyers Lake to the north, and Grass Lake and Head Lake to the east. It stretches for 16 kilometers and is located minutes from the Village of Haliburton.

The name 'Kashagawigamog' (pronounced “Ka-Shag-A-Wig-A-Mog”) is an Anishnaabeg name meaning “lake of long and winding waters”. The lake was an important passageway for the First Nations people, who used it when travelling to their traditional hunting grounds, and for the early European settlers who began arriving in the late 1800s.

Construction of roadways was not completed in the area until 1868 so Kashagawigamog and the adjoining Canning Lake were the first links between Haliburton and Minden with lumber being transported and delivered to the south by waterways.

Since 1994

Kashagawigamog lies within the area known as 'The Land Between' and not only is it home to a diversity of species found both in the north and the south but also to a number that are unique to that area.

Kashagawigamog has the oldest cottaging history in the country and although the lake shore is well populated with cottages and resorts they are hidden from view by the dense forest which comprises of deciduous and conifer trees. Lake 'Kash', as it is known to many, provides endless boating and is famous for its trout fishing. Its north end is popular for bass and walleye, and it's said the muskie here are much larger, fighting fish making fishing for them particularly challenging.

Situated deep in the heart of Cottage Country, Lake Kashagawigamog provides all those who land on its shores with a taste of paradise.

by Moira Gale Photo Credit Bonnie View Inn

Home & Cottage Lake Stories ~ Spring 2019

19

Fenelon Falls Chamber

Aims for Dynamic Thriving Community The Fenelon Falls & District Chamber of Commerce is steps away from Lock 34 and within walking distance of downtown Fenelon Falls. The proximity to the water and our dual role as a Tourism Office provides a unique opportunity to engage with visitors to gain a better understanding of what brings people to our community and share that information with our members.

The mission of the Fenelon Falls Chamber is to foster a postive, inclusive business environment while promoting sustainable economic growth. The Chamber actively leverages our social media, which reaches over 100,000 screens/month and our website’s over 2000 unique monthly visitors to promote local business and community organizations. Their innovative ideas, hard work and dedication continue to impress and we want to share that with as many people as possible.

Chamber members will benefit from our new Director portfolio - Member Events. This focused portofolio allows us to creatively and consistently engage with members and provide a variety of opportunities for networking, learning and collaboration.

Members stay up to date through our monthly newsletter, where they’ll find a quick snapshot of Chamber activities, local and provincial Chamber initiatives and Chamber benefits.

The Fenelon Falls Chamber works in partnership with other Chambers in the City of Kawartha Lakes to host workshops and promotions. The pooling of resources and talent creates an opportunity for our local businesses to reach a broader audience and build relationship with fellow business owners.

At the end of the day the Chamber’s goal is to build up local businesses and encourage community organizations so that we can all enjoy living in a thriving and dynamic community. Come join us in Fenelon Falls!

For more information on the Fenelon Falls & District Chamber of Commerce call 705.887.3409 - email hello@explorefenelonfalls.com or visit www.explorefenelonfalls.com Photo by Debbie Cathey

20 Spring 2019 ~ Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine / Cottage Country Connection

Explore Cottage Country

Growing Pains Are you outgrowing your family cottage?

If you are finding that your cottage is bulging at the seams when the whole family visits together, it may be time to consider expanding.

There are a few options to consider, such as building out, adding a second level or possibly a separate building all together.

The first thing would be to find your property survey. This survey will show your side yards, your setbacks from the road and from the water if applicable. The guidelines have changed in the past few years and have become more restrictive.

Although your local municipal office will give you a copy of the requirements and necessary documents, you are still best to contact a consultant who deals with this on a regular basis. These consultants can manage the entire building permit process, including plotting the new addition or bunkie onto your existing survey, as well as determining if your septic system will be enough to handle more bedrooms and bathrooms, or if it needs to be upgraded.

your must-haves and your wants separately, and start the process early. Regardless if you are looking at an addition or a bunkie, this is still a major undertaking, so using the appropriate people and being organized is crucial.

With spring soon upon us, you should start now and with a bit of luck you will have it completed in time to enjoy it with the entire family this summer.

By Our Resident DIY Guru Dave Linkert, Port 32 Marshall Homes, Bobcaygeon

Determine a realistic budget, and allow a contingency fund for the unexpected. This can be an expensive venture, which is why a consultant is highly recommended - I use one on my builds.

Beyond your septic, consider your hydro service size, and your HVAC system in case they might need to be upgraded also.

There is a lot more to it than just drawing pretty pictures, so list

Since 1994

DIY ~ Spring 2019

21

22 Spring 2019 ~ Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine / Cottage Country Connection

Explore Cottage Country

Four-Season Sunroom is a Zen Place

In the cold months, a four-season sunroom can double as a bright, welcoming cottage or cozy ski chalet.

That’s the kind of space that homeowner Michelle Cormack set out to create when she and her partner had a Lifestyle fourseason sunroom designed and installed on the back of their brick, two-storey home.

“I’m a yoga instructor. And, we have five older children,” says Michelle. “I enjoy using this sunroom as an escape. It has a really good vibe at any time of year. It’s the perfect place to get away without having to leave home.”

The couple decided on the look of reclaimed wood boards on the sunroom’s exposed brick wall to enhance the feeling of being surrounded by nature. Michelle then affixed her father’s old snowshoes above the sliding glass door on the same wall. “I really like having them up there,” she says. “They came from the cottage and remind me of my dad.”

Since 1994

The modern, free-standing gas fireplace with stove pipe is another wonderful feature of the sunroom. It provides a very efficient heating option in the cooler weather or winter months.

Made for the Canadian climate, Lifestyle sunrooms are built for optimal temperature control throughout all four seasons. The preengineered, high performance, Low-E glass reduces the sun’s heat gain in summer months and increases the R-Value in winter months.

With respect to the process from start to finish, the project went smoothly. “The installers did a really good job,” Michelle says. “The results of our Lifestyle sunroom are beyond brilliant.”

She adds, “I have a piece of wall art in the sunroom that says. ‘This is our happy place.’ I really do feel that’s the truth.”

Lifestyle Home Products 1-800-465-0593 or visit LifestyleHomeProducts.ca.

Lifestyle’s 150,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility and local showroom is based at 944 Crawford Dr. in Peterborough.

Home & Cottage ~ Spring 2019

23

24 Spring 2019 ~ Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine / Cottage Country Connection

Explore Cottage Country

Constructing the Trent - Severn Waterway The first idea of a navigable waterway through the lower and upper Great Lakes came about in the 1700s for the fur trade, but was solidified immediately after the War of 1812: during that conflict, the British had difficulty supplying and reinforcing their garrisons on Georgian Bay, Lake Huron, and Lake Superior, and in campaigning against American forts and bases on the upper Great Lakes. A secure water route between Lake Ontario and Georgian Bay would solve this problem. Several government-sponsored surveys undertaken between 1815 and 1827 determined that the Trent-Otonabee-Severn river system was the best option. However, the Trent-Severn Waterway would not be completed until 1920, thus making it Canada’s longest-lasting public construction project.

In 1833, James Bethune built a lock at Bobcaygeon. Locks at Buckhorn, Burleigh, Fenelon Falls, and Lindsay followed, and made transportation north and west of Peterborough easier.

Political issues (usually involving funding), opposition from lumbermen and those with

Since 1994

interests in hydro-electric power production, and the expansion of railways in the province all contributed to delaying the waterway’s construction. In August 1895 work began on the Peterborough-Lakefield Division.

Engineering innovations in this sector included concrete locks instead of limestone ones, and the hydraulic lift lock at Peterbrough.

Navigation opened in 1904.

Begun at the same time as the PeterboroughLakefield section, the stretch between Lake Simcoe and Balsam Lake took three years longer to build because of, as James Angus notes in A Respectable Ditch:A History of the Trent-Severn Waterway, 1833-1920, “construction delays and political skulduggery”.

Next completed was the Ontario-Rice Lake Division (1908-18); the steamboat Kitchener was first to sail from Lake Ontario to Orillia and back -- with requisite dignitaries, of course. Finally, the division from Lake Simcoe to Port Severn was finished. On 23 June 1920, a blast of dynamite turned the 386 kilometre waterway from Lake Ontario to Georgian Bay from an idea into a reality.

Today, Parks Canada operates the Trent-Severn Waterway. Between May and October every year, its 37 conventional locks, two flight locks, two hydraulic locks, and marine railway play host to thousands of recreational boaters from all over the world.

By: Don Willcock On behalf of The Peterborough Museum & Archives 300 Hunter St E, Peterborough, 705-743-5180 www.peterboroughmuseumandarchives.ca Photo Credit: Cyanotype print (like a blueprint). Trent Severn Waterway

Home & Cottage ~ Spring 2019

25

Organ & Tissue Donation The Right Thing To Do

Canada's Food Guide

Healthy Eating Recommendations

National Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness Week is April 21-27, 2019 – have you registered to be a donor?

Today in Ontario there are over 1,600 people waiting for a lifesaving organ transplant. This is their only treatment option, and every three days someone will die because they did not get their transplant in time.

One donor can save up to 8 lives through organ donation, and enhance the lives of up to 75 more through the gift of tissue.

If you have already made the decision to be a donor, thank you. If you haven’t, perhaps you have questions about the process.

Maybe you wonder if you’re too old to donate, or if your medical history may preclude you from doing so. You might be worried about whether you can still have an open casket funeral or whether you are restricted by your religious beliefs.

The Service Ontario site www.beadonor.ca has the answers: • Age alone does not disqualify someone from becoming a donor. The oldest organ donor was over 90 and the oldest tissue donor was over 100.

• Your current or past medical history does not prevent you from registering to be a donor. Individuals with serious illnesses can, sometimes, be organ and/or tissue donors.

Healthy eating is more than the foods you eat.

It is also about where, when, why and how you eat.

Be mindful of your eating habits • Take time to eat • Notice when you are hungry and when you are full Cook more often • Plan what you eat • Involve others in planning and preparing meals Enjoy your food • Culture and food traditions can be a part of healthy eating Eat meals with others

Make it a habit to eat a variety of healthy foods each day.

• Organ and tissue donation does not impact funeral plans. An open casket funeral is possible.

Eat plenty of vegetables and fruits, whole grain foods and protein foods. Choose protein foods that come from plants more often.

• Choose foods with healthy fats instead of saturated fat

• All major religions support organ and tissue donation, or respect an individual’s choice.

Limit highly processed foods. If you choose these foods, eat them less often and in small amounts.

• Prepare meals and snacks using ingredients that have little to no added sodium, sugars or saturated fat • Choose healthier menu options when eating out

As of December 31, 2018, only 33% of Ontarians are registered donors. That’s 4.2 million out of an eligible 12.5 million. We can do better, one donor at a time.

Visit www.beadonor.ca for more information, or to register to become a donor.

Make water your drink of choice • Replace sugary drinks with water Use food labels Be aware that food marketing can influence your choices www.food-guide.canada.ca

26 Spring 2019 ~ Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine / Cottage Country Connection

Explore Cottage Country

Houseplants are Trendy Again

Tips to Help them Flourish Houseplants are popular again – last time they were as trendy and hot was the 1970’s. Novice and experienced gardeners are embracing the trend of having plants in their homes for air purification; it’s a bonus that plants also add depth and texture to the decor of your home.

Our modern homes are NOT friendly for house plants – we turn on our furnaces for our own comfort or heat with wood (very dry heat), have air tight windows and doors (energy conservation) and new windows have low-E glass, permitting VERY little sunlight in, especially the weak winter sun.

• Success with house plants depends on: Location (including light level) and Water/Care • When transplanting, go up one size (i.e. 4” pot to a 6” pot) as we tend to water to the size of the pot • Drainage holes are key – water retention trays help keep spills from happening; plant dollies help move large plants • Houseplants can struggle in our homes in the winter. A study indicates that a Canadian home in winter is “drier than the

Since 1994

Sahara Desert”, therefore humidity is key for house plants. Humidity trays (a plastic or clay tray with rocks on it, and the plant sitting on top) and misting do help with the dryness; signs of stress due to dryness include: dried up leaves or brown tips on leaves • Water should not be run through the water softener; it should sit in your watering can for a few hours to become room temperature and allow the chemicals in the water to disperse.

• Plants should not sit in water; drain out any water left in the saucer or decorative over pot • Fertilizer should be used only during months of growth (not winter) as plants rest when light levels are low (winter) • Pests can be monitored with “Sticky Strips” and/or controlled by spraying an insecticidal soap (Safer’s End All is a great option)

By Vikki Whitney, Owner of Griffin’s Greenhouses www.griffinsgreenhouses.com 705-652-8638 or 1-877-647-4334

Home & Cottage ~ Spring 2019

27

Weekend at the Cottage

Recipes

Oma's Apple Cake A beautiful fresh apple cake that is simply delicious.

Ingredients & Amounts

Instructions

•

3 large eggs, room temperature

1. Preheat oven to 350°F with the rack in the middle position.

•

1½ cups of granulated sugar

•

¾ cup of vegetable or canola oil

•

2 cups of all-purpose flour

•

1 teaspoon of baking soda

•

1½ teaspoons of ground cinnamon

•

3 cups of Cortland apples, finely chopped

•

1 cup of chopped nuts [walnuts

or pecans] or raisins or both

•

¼ ounce of semisweet chocolate, grated

2. In a large bowl, use either a wooden spoon or hand mixer to beat the following in order: eggs, sugar, oil, flour, baking soda and cinnamon.

3. Fold in the apple followed by the nuts, raisins (if using) and grated chocolate.

4. Pour batter into an ungreased 9 x 13-inch pan. Transfer to oven and bake for 35-40 minutes. Dust with icing sugar before serving.

28 Spring 2019 ~ Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine / Cottage Country Connection

Explore Cottage Country

Steamed Mussels

Your quest for an awesome Steamed Mussels Recipe ends here!

Steamed in white wine, garlic, leeks and tomato - the flavours are outstanding!

Ingredients & Amounts •

4 lb. of freshwater mussels

•

2 tablespoons of butter

•

1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil

•

3 leeks, cut lengthwise, rinsed and chopped

•

3 shallots, halved and finely chopped

•

6 cloves of garlic, peeled and finely chopped

•

1 teaspoon of red chili flakes

•

2 cups of puréed tomatoes

•

2 cups of dry white wine

•

sprinkle of salt

•

juice from 1 lemon

•

¼ cup of fresh parsley, rinsed and finely chopped

Instructions 1. Clean the mussels: Place the mussels into a large stainless steel bowl and fill with water. Let the mussels sit undisturbed for 15 minutes. Rub each mussel between your hands to remove any dirt or silt. Pluck the hairy beard from the shell if the mussel has one.

Discard any mussels with cracked shells.

2. Place a Dutch oven or large soup pot on medium-high heat.

At temperature, add oil and butter, combining the two until the butter melts and bubbles.

3. Add the shallots, leek and garlic and stir until coated with the butter/ oil mix. Sprinkle with chili flakes, cover and cook for three minutes.

additional 5 minutes or until the mussels have fully opened.

7. Transfer cooked mussels into soup plates (see note below), sprinkle with parsley and serve.

8. Note: We suggest having three utensils on hand to serve steamed mussels: a slotted spoon to extract only the mussels from the pot, tongs to arrange the mussels in the bowl and a ladle to pour the broth and vegetables over the mussels before you serve.

Visit www.weekendatthecottage.com for more great recipes

4. Stir the vegetables and add one or two more tablespoons of oil if needed. Reduce heat to simmer, cover and cook for 10 minutes or until ingredients are soft, translucent and fragrant.

5. Add the tomato purée and the white wine. Stir, taste and season with salt. Return lid to pot until ingredients come to a boil, about 3-5 minutes.

6. Add the mussels, stirring them into the hot broth mixture.

Cover and cook for 5 minutes. Remove the lid and stir the mussels from the bottom to the top so that any unopened mussels fall down into the liquid. Add the lemon juice. Cover and cook for an

Since 1994

Recipes ~ Spring 2019

29

Tracking & Trailing

Get Outside!

As I am fond of telling my students, every trail has a story to tell and if you are patient enough you can learn to read the writing each footprint makes in the soft snow of winter. Go to a nearby forest, field or natural area. When you find tracks, follow them.

Ask your children which direction the animal was heading (look for scuff marks, usually located at the rear of the tracks). Was it running, walking, laying down? Look for signs of browsing (rabbits have sharp teeth and nip small saplings at a 45 degree angle, deer don’t have any top teeth and they tend to tear and chomp overhanging branches and saplings (especially cedar).

Red squirrels love to husk cones, pulling off the scales in large piles called middens. Was the animal walking in a straight line (fox, coyote, house cat)? Was it hopping (squirrels, rabbits, mice), or did you notice one larger foot landing beside one smaller foot (raccoon, porcupine)?

or snow, flip the tracking stick over and this will tell you were the next paw print should be. Look for subtle disturbances (bent grass, scratches etc.). Follow the trail as far as you can.

Here is hoping that you can immerse yourself in the magic that is this very day by taking yourself and your loved ones outside!

Submitted By Jacob Rodenburg Jacob is the Executive Director of Camp Kawartha, an award winning outdoor education centre and summer camp. He has worked in the field of outdoor education and camping for 30 years. www.CampKawartha.ca

The more children follow tracks, the sharper their eyes become.

Remember, tracks are more than just few marks crisscrossing the landscape; they tell a fascinating tale. If you are lucky, you can follow tracks right to their source (perhaps a squirrel up in a tree).

For added adventure, try a tracking stick. Use a ž inch dowel about 2 feet long and attach 2 hair elastics, one for either end. If you find tracks in the soft mud or snow, slide the hair bands on the tracking stick so you can measure the stride of the animal (the distance between the paw prints from the heel of one to the heel of the next paw print ahead). Once the tracks leave the mud

30 Spring 2019 ~ Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine / Cottage Country Connection

Explore Cottage Country

The Debate

Indoor vs Outdoor Board A drive along rural Ontario will include sights of horses in fields; the best pasture art! When observing these beautiful animals outside, the question can arise, especially on snowy and icy days, are those horses safe? Do they go inside at night, or do they stay outside?

There has been an emotional debate by horse owners, horse lovers, and horse professionals, about whether indoor accommodation for horses is best, or does the natural state of the wild horse rule. Expert opinion can be counter-intuitive to humans who like to live in warm places, and think it logical that our horses do too.

Inukshuk Farm serves the natural horsemanship and pleasure riding community. If you have always loved horses but have never had an opportunity to connect with the healing properties of knowing a horse, call us at Inukshuk Farm and we will be pleased to facilitate that first meeting.

The facts determine there is more respiratory illness, disease, behavioural problems and even digestive issues with horses that are kept in stalls. On the other side of this debate is a long list of horses that do perform better; they are healthier and happier, and kept in well managed stables offering adequate ventilation, safe practises, and proper daily turnout under safe conditions. These indoor horses are also groomed, ridden, and managed in a professional manner that ensures their safety and wellbeing. This professional manner insulates them from the problems listed as detrimental to indoor living. In other words, both indoor and outdoor board can be equally safe to the horse, if managed properly. There is no winner or loser to the debate!

Janice Ecclestone Inukshuk Farm, 1940 Birch Island Road, Selwyn, ON 705-652-0578, inukshuk@nexicom.net New Website www.inukshukfarm.ca

Our region has a number of highly recommended horse boarding facilities, offering quality accommodation for horses - both indoor and outdoor. At Inukshuk Farm, our final footsteps lead us inside the stable where each horse is checked and given their evening flake of hay. The lights are shut down, and that peaceful sound of horses munching their hay is heard as the doors are closed for the night, is a comfortable ending to another day.

Lakefield Animal Welfare Society 2887 Lakefield Highway • 705-652-0588 • www.lakefieldanimalwelfare.org Animal Rescue Krew (ARK) 3307 Lakefield Rd., Lakefield • 705-651-0069 Humane Society Of Kawartha Lakes 111 McLaughlin Rd., Lindsay • 705-878-4618 • www.hskl.ca Peterborough Humane Society 385 Lansdowne Street East, Peterborough • 705-745-7676 www.peterboroughhumanesociety.ca Home Again Bancroft 613-474-3450 • www.homeagainbancroft.ca

Since 1994

Pets & Vets ~ Spring 2019

31

What To Do if You Find a Sick, Orphaned or Injured Animal

First, rescue an animal only if: The parents have been killed, the animal appears cold, weak or injured, or it is in obvious danger.

Be sure to use care, and lots of common sense!

Sick and injured animals can be unpredictable and may appear very ‘tame’. Always wear gloves and err on the side of caution, after all, they are wild animals.

• Do not attempt to feed it as this can cause additional stress!

• Always move slowly and quietly, and if you must, speak in a low, calming voice.

Rescue Protocol • Place animal inside a strong, well-ventilated container suitable for its size and strength (cardboard box, dog crate, recycling bin etc.)

• Provide some bedding material such as a tightly woven towel, blanket, newspaper or tissues. Make sure there are no loose strings or loops for the animal to tangle up into.

• Place a hot water bottle (pop bottle is good) wrapped in a towel inside the container. This is essential for warmth and comfort even when it's a warm day.

• Cover securely, and keep it in a warm, quiet area. Keep your pets away, they are seen as predators.

• If the animal is dehydrated (this means the skin "tents" when pinched, eyes are sunken, gums are pale), provide some form of re-hydration. Water, or a re-hydration fluid, can be given in small amounts. If the animal can lap from a dish - great! If not, use a syringe or eye dropper and drip small amounts into the corner of their mouths, making sure they swallow without choking.

Keep the welfare of the animal in mind, setting your emotions and feelings about it aside. Remember, you are considered a predator to them! Too many orphaned and injured wild-ones stress needlessly, and some can even die, when they are handled too much, or are smothered with kindness.

Woodland Wildlife Sanctuary founded by Monika Melichar in 2008

32 Spring 2019 ~ Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine / Cottage Country Connection

Explore Cottage Country

HOMEMADE RE-HYDRATION FLUID 1/2 tsp salt 2 level Tbsp sugar 1 quart (approx, 1 litre) of pure (boiled) warm water

is located in Minden, Ontario and is a private wildlife rehabilitation centre located on 45 acres. With a BSc in zoology and with over 25 years’ experience rehabilitating orphaned and injured wildlife, Monika is authorized as a Wildlife Custodian by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, and also holds a special Migratory Bird permit, allowing the sanctuary and all the volunteers to care for most species of wildlife. At WWS they believe that every orphaned, sick or injured wild animals deserves a second chance at life, and work tirelessly to ensure that they all receive the best possible care. WWS is a 100% volunteer-based charity, they do not charge for services, rather relying on public donations to keep the centre going.

Woodlands Wildlife Sanctuary, Saving our Wildlife – One Animal at a Time 705 286-1133, info@woodlandswildlifesanctuary.ca www.woodlandswildlifesanctuary.ca

Since 1994

Pets & Vets ~ Spring 2019

33

Colourful Bubbles Beautiful weather is on its way! Nothing says warm weather like blowing bubbles. Combining two of our favourite things in this house we have found a new favorite!

To make these fun bubble blowers you will need a handful of straws, tape, bubble solution, food colouring and lots of paper.

Tape five or six straws tightly together in a bunch. We had some fun zebra print tape and it made our bubble blowers look pretty funky! (Remember the straw bunches need to fit into your little ones mouth to let them blow, so keep the bunches on the smaller side) Fill a few small dishes with liquid bubbles, but just enough to cover the bottom of the container. We used plastic containers from the recycling. Drop one or two drops of food colouring into each container. Mix them up but try not to make the solution frothy, the bubbles seemed to work best when the liquid stayed smooth.

Line up sheets of paper along a table or flat surface.

We lined ours up along the deck. Dip and lightly blow your coloured bubbles onto the paper. Once the bubbles pop they leave a lovely pattern on the paper. The more colours the more detailed you can make your bubble designs!

Emily Ireland

SPRING WORD FIND

SPRING FLOWER SUN PUDDLES RAIN

BIRDS GARDEN SPROUT WARM MELT

34 Spring 2019 ~ Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine / Cottage Country Connection

BUDS GREEN FRESH HATCH WORM

TADPOLE EASTER NEST UMBRELLA BUNNY

Explore Cottage Country

Cottage Country's Business of the Year

World Championship

Martial Arts Nourishing the mind, body & spirit of your child

WCMA is a premier Martial Arts Academy in Peterborough, dedicated to providing the best instructions in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Kickboxing, Karate, Fitness and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). They offer a full range of programs for adults and children.

Owners Jason Mancini and Jordan Preston lead a team of experienced, full-time martial artists and competitors who have the knowledge and ability to get their students to the next level of training, whether the goal is competition, self-defense, increasing one’s personal fitness level or simply exploring a new hobby with new friends.

A remarkable aspect of martial arts is the benefits which can be derived by children who participate in the programs offered at WCMA. Karate for Toddlers is a program for ages 2 - 4, and helps develop better coordination, balance and a new social confidence in the child, while providing quality bonding time between parent and child.

For children 4 years of age and older, the Kids Karate classes provide personal growth in the child. “In our programs, kids will learn the elements of self-defense – the #1 reason kids want to learn Martial Arts. By working towards this goal they are taught self-discipline, concentration, respect for themselves and others as well as comprehensive listening skills. All these traits are beneficial, not only during the formative years of their development, but throughout their lives,” Jason explains.

“By developing self-esteem and self-confidence, kids come to realize that they have a constructive way to conquer their personal fears.

Children’s programs are also offered in Muay Thai (Kickboxing) and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu – and as with all programs offered at WCMA, total personality development for positive impact in all aspects of a student’s life is their goal.

In addition, WCMA offers Summer Day Camps, After School Programs and PA Day Camps. They also do birthday parties, with three different options available.

For more information, go to www.worldchampionship.ca, email info@worldchamptionship.ca, call 705-749-9056 or stop by in person – World Championship Martial Arts Peterborough is located at 871 Chemong Rd.

Whether it is Karate, Muay Thai (Kickboxing) or Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, your child can develop self-confidence, self-esteem and motivation through self defense - schedule a free trial today.

"The change in my boys’ confidence has been very dramatic. They are taught about respect, hard work, courage and perseverance. " Adam M.

Since 1994

Kids Corner ~ Spring 2019

35

Some End-of-Cycle Considerations For most of you, investing for your retirement has been a long-term process spanning many years. Over time you will have experienced ups and downs and economists refer to these periods as cycles. While the past year has proved challenging for investors, the stock market really has not encountered a major correction since the financial crisis of 2008-09. That indeed was an extraordinary year, with Canadian equities losing roughly half of their value. Eventually, the market recovered and today the S&P/Toronto Stock Exchange Composite Index (TSX) is above where it was before that crisis, even with the drop seen late last year. Given how long it has been since the last big downturn, the media has turned its attention to when the next one will take place and this is an important topic for those nearing retirement and for those already there.

The one thing to remember is that economic and market cycles are a fact of life and, while not a science, the ups (booms) and downs (busts) follow patterns that have been observed through history. Cycles can be very short or

long, but the average length is somewhere around 5-7 years. From that standpoint, we are perhaps overdue for a correction and, in my opinion, this is something to prepare for in the next couple of years. Sometimes economic recessions and major market downdrafts can be created by bad policy, such as when central banks boost rates excessively or when taxes are increased. Interest rates were a concern last year, though most would agree that the level of rates in both Canada and the US are still extremely low by historical standards. Many now believe that the days of rate hikes are almost over and some think we have already seen the last move of this cycle.

I tend to look at cycles a little differently.

Rather than looking for catalysts (interest rates, bad fiscal policy or trade wars), I think of the economy simply as a collective of individuals like you and me. There comes a time when we have made all the big ticket purchases we need (homes, cars, appliances, etc.) and the next day we simply take a break from spending. That doesn’t necessarily mean we

lost a job and can’t afford to buy, simply that we pause. If you take that example across millions of households, you eventually reach a point where the economy just goes to sleep. Why? Both Canadian and US economies are made up of about two-thirds personal spending, so even a minor drop in overall spending could be enough to prompt a recession.

This is important because most of the major stock market corrections we have witnessed in the last century came from recessions. The next recession could be mild or short, but it could also be more pronounced. Either way, we will start to notice key economic fundamentals turning and that will be the cue for investors to start looking at their portfolios for ways to reduce risk so that they can ride out the next downturn without worrying about how it will affect their retirement lifestyle.

Andrew Pyle, Branch Manager, Senior Wealth Advisor and Portfolio Manager 111 Hunter Street West, 2nd Floor, Peterborough 855.870.7112 www.pylegroup.ca

36 Spring 2019 ~ Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine / Cottage Country Connection

Explore Cottage Country

Events Not to Miss with the Kawartha Chamber To kick off our 2019 year, we have two great events taking place at the end of March. Join us for our first Business Owners Sharing Solutions (B.O.S.S.) and Business After Hours of the year.

Our first B.O.S.S. is on Wednesday, March 20th from 7:30-9:00am at Bridgenorth Community Hall. We’ll be discussing the topic ‘Generating Sales with Social Media and Online Marketing’. In an increasingly digital age, social media and online marketing are paramount. At this B.O.S.S., our panel of experts will be discussing how making use of social media platforms and online marketing tools can benefit businesses. With the increasing popularity of social media platforms like Twitter, Facebook and Instagram, online marketing through social media has become an integral part of the sales process; not only does social media and online marketing allow businesses to reach greater audiences, but it also helps businesses connect with their customers and see where exactly the market is at. If you’re interested in learning how you can strengthen your business’s social media and online marketing to generate revenue, make sure to join us!

The second event is our Business After Hours at The Canadian Canoe Museum. This event is on Tuesday, March 26th from 5:007:00pm. We’ve invited local non-profit members to set up small displays at the event. It’ll be a great evening of networking, learning about some of the great non-profits in our area, and exploring The Canadian Canoe Museum, which is a local treasure and one-of-akind museum in Peterborugh & the Kawarthas.

To register or view pricing for these events, visit KawarthaChamber. ca/Events. Keep an eye on our Events calendar for other events happening this spring!

Thank you to our 2019-20 Professional Development Sponsor,

Since 1994

Lynn Woodcroft, Sales Representative, Royal LePage Frank Real Estate, and our 2019-20 Networking Events Sponsor, Blue Diamond Window Cleaning.

Kawartha Chamber 12 Queen St., Lakefield, ON, 705 652 6963 www.kawarthachamber.ca

In The News ~ Spring 2019

37

MARKETPLACE

38 38 Spring Spring 2019 2019 ~ ~ Your Your Cottage Cottage Lifestyle Lifestyle Magazine Magazine // Cottage Cottage Country Country Connection Connection

Explore Explore Cottage Cottage Country Country

Since Since 1994 1994

Marketplace Community Events ~ ~ Spring Spring 2019 2019

39 39

Cottage Country

EVENTS MARCH 10 - 13, 2019

MARCH 23, 2019

MARCH 31, 2019

DINOSAUR EXHIBIT 2019 When: 10:00AM - 5:00PM Where: Morrow Building, 155 Lansdowne Street, Peterborough. www.reptilezoo.org

THE AC/DC SHOW – CANADA When: 8:00PM Where: Academy Theatre, 2 Lindsay Street South, Lindsay www.academytheatre.ca

FRED PENNER When: 2:00PM Where: Academy Theatre, 2 Lindsay Street South, Lindsay www.academytheatre.ca

MARCH 16, 2019

MARCH 26, 2019

PETERBOROUGH FIBRE ARTS FESTIVAL & SALE When: 10:00AM - 4:00PM Where: Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre, 775 Brealey Dr.

JESSE COOK When: 7:30PM - 9:30PM Where: Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St N. www.showplace.org

MARCH 17, 2019

MARCH 26, 2019

ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE When: 2:00PM Where: Peterborough www.facebook.com/PeterboroughStPatsParade13

FILMS BY THE FALLS: KAYAK TO KLEMTU When: 7:30PM - 10:30PM Where: 66 Lindsay Street, Fenelon Falls. www.filmsbythefalls.com

MARCH 19, 2019

MARCH 30, 2019

BOOK SALE FOR THE FRIENDS OF THE LINDSAY LIBRARY When: 10:00AM - 6:00PM Where: Lindsay Library, 190 Kent St. W., Lindsay.

THE NEXT GENERATION LEAHY When: 2:00PM & 7:00PM Where: Bancroft Village Playhouse, 5 Hastings St. S., Bancroft. www.bancroftvillageplayhouse.ca

HEALTH PROMOTION DAYS APRIL

BE A DONOR MONTH

APRIL

IBS AWARENESS MONTH

MAY

HYPERTENSION AWARENESS MONTH

MAY

CELIAC AWARENESS MONTH

40 Spring 2019 ~ Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine / Cottage Country Connection

Explore Cottage Country

APRIL 1, 2019

APRIL 12, 2019

LISA BROKOP PRESENTS: LEGENDARY LADIES OF COUNTRY When: 7:30PM - 9:30PM Where: Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St N. www.showplace.org

ROY ORBISON: THE ALL-STAR TRIBUTE When: 8:00PM Where: Academy Theatre, 2 Lindsay Street South, Lindsay www.academytheatre.ca

APRIL 13 - 14, 2019

APRIL 26, 2019

HERITAGE LUNCHEON When: 12:00PM - 3:00PM Where: Hutchison House Museum, 270 Brock St., Peterborough.

CARPENTRY FOR WOMEN WORKSHOP When: 9:00AM - 4:300PM Where: The Endeavour Centre, 910 High St., Peterborough, Unit 14, Rear parking lot. www.endeavourcentre.org

PAINT A DECORATIVE PADDLE When: 10:00AM - 4:00PM Where: Canadian Canoe Museum, 910 Monaghan Rd., Peterborough www.canoemuseum.ca

APRIL 4, 2019

APRIL 13, 2019

WORLD FAMOUS POPOVICH COMEDY PET THEATRE When: 8:00PM Where: Market Hall Performing Arts Centre, 140 Charlotte St., Peterborough www.markethall.org

MAKE A LEATHER SHEATH When: 9:00AM - 5:00PM Where: Canadian Canoe Museum, 910 Monaghan Rd., Peterborough www.canoemuseum.ca

APRIL 3, 2019

APRIL 26-28, 2019

APRIL 14, 2019

APRIL 5, 2019 TRADITIONAL MEDICINE POUCH WORKSHOP When: 1:00PM - 4:00PM Where: Whetung Ojibwa Centre, 875 Mississauga St. Curve Lake www.whetung.com

PETERBOROUGH'S SPRING HOLISTIC HEALING FAIR When: 10:00AM - 4:00PM Where: Personal Touch Banquet Hall, 200-1135 Lansdowne St. W., Peterborough

APRIL 20, 2019

APRIL 6, 2019 COBOURG COMICON When: 10:00AM - 4:00PM Where: Cobourg Community Centre, 750 D'Arcy St., Cobourg.

MINI POP KIDS LIVE When: 6:00PM Where: Showplace Performance Centre, 290 George St N., Peterborough www.showplace.org

APRIL 6, 2019

APRIL 21, 2019

KIBBLE & GLITZ When: 7:30PM - 1:00AM Where: Carlyle Inn & Bistro, 86 John St., Port Hope.

Come out for a glitzy dance party and silent auction all to support the Northumberland Humane Society

EASTER BUNNY CHASE 2019 When: 11:00AM - 3:00PM Where: Haliburton Forest & Wild Life Reserve, 1095 Redkenn Rd. www.haliburtonforest.com/events

SPARK PHOTO FESTIVAL 2019

When: March 27 - May 2 7 • 1 – 4 pm Opening Reception: April lery and Studio, Gal sts’ Arti a Where: Kawarth erborough.

420 O’Connell Road, Pet sts. www.kawarthaarti org

Since 1994

BUCKHORN MAPLEFEST 2019

When: March 16, 17, 23, 24, 30

9:30AM - 4:00PM Where: McLean Berry Farm, 219

& 31

1 16th Line of Smith, Lakefield. www.mcleanberryfarm.com

KAWARTHA LAKES COUNTRY LIVING SHOW Where: Fenelon Falls Community Centre, 27 Veterans Way, Fenelon Falls www.countrylivingshow.ca

MAY 5, 2019 DAISIES FOR DONKEYS When: 1:00PM - 4:00PM Where: PrimRose Donkey Sanctuary, 1296 Bowmanton Rd., Roseneath. www.primrosedonkeysanctuary.com

MAY 11, 2019 ROY ORBISON: THE ALL-STAR TRIBUTE When: 7:30PM Where: Academy Theatre, 2 Lindsay Street South, Lindsay www.academytheatre.ca

MAY 12, 2019 MOTHERS DAY BRUNCH When: 12:00PM - 2:00PM Where: South Pond Farms, 1020 Gray Road, Pontypool www.southpondfarms.ca

MAY 18-19, 2019 SPRING CRAFT SHOW Where: The Buckhorn Community Centre www.buckhorncommunitycentre.com

PETERBOROUGH GARDEN SHOW

When: April 26 - 28 Where: Kawartha Trade & Technology Centre at Fleming College Room 1129, 599 Brealey Dr., Peterborough. www.peterboroughgardenshow.com

MAPLE WEEKEND AT CURLE'S MAPLE PRODUCTS When: April 4 & 7 Where: Curle's Maple Pro ducts & Museum, 726 8th Line West, Campbellford www.curlesmaple.ca

Community Events ~ Spring 2019

41

35th Annual

Kawartha Lakes Country Living Show Fenelon Falls The 35th annual Kawartha Lakes Country Living Show, held in Fenelon Falls, Ontario, features over 100 booths filled with products and services specifically targeted to the country home, farm and cottage owner.

It's the kick-off event of summer and is not to be missed. With special thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, and based on the positive feedback and success of last year’s show, we are delighted to offer FREE ADMISSION again this year.

Here's what Renee F. has to say about last year's show, "Great job! I loved the setup, and loved the variety of vendors. Best show yet!"

This year's show runs from April 26 to 28 at the Fenelon Falls Community Centre, and due to the financial support of title sponsor, Enbridge Gas Inc., we are able to build on last year’s record-breaking success!

Experience an updated layout, unique artist installations, and an onsite restaurant hosted by On The Locks, offering both sit-down dining and grab-and-go options.

"Amazing! This was a rock-your-socks off event! Thank you [to] everyone involved." - The Barn and Bunkie We are also excited to welcome the annual return of local favourite, The Barn and Bunkie Hello Spring Sale on April 27 and 28, which features an impressive showcase of local artisans offering everything from baked goodies and handmade gifts to signs, home decor, garden art, and more. We will be revealing more details in the weeks to come so be sure to keep an eye on our social media or subscribe to our online mailing list, available on our website at countrylivingshow.ca See you soon!

"Thank you for an amazing home show. We had a great weekend and met lots of wonderful people. Thank you to all the organizers and volunteers who spent so many hours making this show a success! We'll be back next year." - Backyard Build Inc.

42 Spring 2019 ~ Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine / Cottage Country Connection

Explore Cottage Country

Since 1994

Home & Cottage ~ Spring 2019

43