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CONTENTS MAY/JUNE

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HOME & COTTAGE PAGES 2 - 31 DAVE'S DIY PAGE 27

THE HOT LIST OF ATTRACTIONS & DESTINATIONS PAGES 32 - 41 PETS & VETS PAGES 42 - 45

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KIDS CORNER PAGES 46 - 47

We're Celebrating

FOR YOUR HEALTH PAGES 48 - 49

25 YEARS of Publishing

RECIPES PAGE 49

10 Get Inspired with Joanne Clark

IN THE NEWS PAGES 51 - 53

16 The Best in Relaxation

13 Protect Your Lake & Wildlife 19 Keeping Your Hilltop View when Accessibility is an Issue

COTTAGE COUNTRY EVENTS PAGES 54 - 55

20 Go Big or Go Dry 21 Retirement Lifestyle Living 23 Do I Really Need A Lift for My Boat?

TRADE SHOW PAGES 56 - 58

24 Russ Sanders - Those Were The Days 25 Why "Victoria" Day?

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27 Contracting Work - You Need It Done Right 29 Leisure Fishing with Pro Angler Mike Williams 31 The Kawartha ATV Association - Ride With Us

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41 Peterborough Golf & Country Club 42 Dog Agility - Look at the grins on each of their faces!

46 Dragonfly Snacks & Yoga for Kids 47 'Summertime, and the Living is Easy'...

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51 Two Friends, One Inspired Dream 57 "Kick-off to Cottage Season" Trade Show

Kelly Welsh

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Cottage Country Connection - Your Cottage Lifestyle Magazine 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 130 drop locations. In Print, Online and on Social. Copyright 1994-2019. All rights reserved.

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Happy 25 Birthday to Us th

Cottage Country Connection is now 25 years old as of April 2019.

To celebrate we look back on its growth!

Heritage is so important, and we work to bring you interesting information about the history of our area - our Cottage Country.

The past 25 years have been years of great change and growth in the world, and certainly here in Cottage Country. Let us welcome the change, but also work hard to preserve our natural environment and our traditions.

With its beginnings in April 1994 as a newspaper called The Causeway Connection - in reference to the James A. Gifford Causeway which spans Chemong Lake between Bridgenorth and Ennismore - it

embraced the symbolism of connection between communities, between the natural beauty and the people who live and play here. Founded by Andrew and Catherine Shedden, The Causeway Connection welcomed readers by engaging them in the history of the causeway - in the 1940's it was a floating bridge which could be tricky to cross at times - as well as offering tax tips, articles about local businesses and information on community groups and activities.

The second issue in May 1994 gave a full history of the lake crossing before the current causeway. Chemong Lake was crossed by a

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“scow” before there was a bridge. The first floating bridge was opened May 24, 1870 and cost $1,000 to build. In total there were three floating bridges before the current J. A. Gifford Causeway was built. The story continued in the June 1994 issue with a description of the June 23, 1949 opening of the current causeway named after James Alfred Gifford, a long time Reeve of Ennismore and Warden of Peterborough County.

The newspaper was a success in the local community, and its readership and distribution expanded. In May 1996 the last issue titled The Causeway Connection dropped the Bridgenorth and Ennismore reference, focusing on the word “Connection” on its cover.

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September 2003 was the last issue published by the Sheddens, and the paper now known as “The Connection” was sold ahead of the October issue to Chantal and Pierre Saville.

The Savilles, a young energetic couple, moved their lives from Toronto to the Kawarthas looking for a change of pace. They ushered the paper into the Internet age, immediately establishing the connectionnewspaper.com website. The first issue the Savilles published in October 2003 had the banner “Serving the Township of Smith-Ennismore-Lakefield”, and true to its roots, it had a photo of the J.A. Gifford Causeway on the cover.

The Savilles operated the paper, expanded circulation beyond the current Selwyn Township, and developed a thriving website. They operated the Connection for over 10 years before deciding it was time to move on in January 2014.

As of 2019, Cottage Country Connection again has a new owner.

Kelly Welsh purchased the publication with the vision of making the publication a place for readers to find interesting, relevant local information. An award-winning graphic designer, Kelly has been designing the publication since its newspaper days in 2014.

As the new owner she promises nothing but the best throughout the stunning pages of the newspaper turned magazine. Kelly understands the significance, as well as the importance, of sticking to your roots - Cottage Country roots that is!!

There have been many impassioned, creative and talented hands in making Cottage Country Magazine what you see today.

With new owners, 2014 marked more new growth for The Connection; the beginnings of social media. This brought a new dynamic and energy to the publication. Soon after, the publication name was changed to “Cottage Country Connection”, and in 2016 the newspaper took the leap to a high gloss magazine.

Currently the publication prints six issues per year. The issues are produced bi-monthly with a readership per issue of approximately 108,000. Distributed from Peterborough to Haliburton and from Fenelon Falls to Campbellford, with over 130 pick-up locations, and via Canada Post, there is an issue close to you.

In 2015, Cottage Country Connection received the Peterborough Chamber Marketing & Promotion Award of Excellence & in 2016 received the Kawartha Chamber Award of Excellence for Entrepreneur Innovation and a nomination for Tourism & Hospitality.

The magazine employs a team of friendly consultants who are happy to reach out to cottage country businesses and the folks who run them, working with them to meet their individual needs, and every member of the team lives right here in Cottage Country!!

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This area sees thousands of seasonal residents flock to our beautiful region year after year, looking to enjoy our sparkling lakes and laid-back lifestyle. The team at what is now lovingly referred to as “Cottage Country Magazine” realize an opportunity to show all these keen seasonal friends everything we have to offer right here in Cottage Country - the many unique, interesting and helpful businesses, services and products that make our region one of the best!

• Forrest Gump is the top grossing film • Tiger Woods wins the Masters at 18 years old • Justin Bieber is born • Approx 67 mobile phones for every 1,000 people.

• The separation of Prince Charles and Princess Diana

This issue of Cottage Country Connection reminds us to look back nostalgically at the first 25 years of the Connection and stride forward to the future. That future includes, of course, the internet and the ability to communicate and inform far beyond what a monthly printed newspaper could do. Printing and graphic technology has changed with the help of computers, allowing us to present a higher quality publication.

Striving to keep pace with new technologies which help us bring instant information, Cottage Country Magazine is active on social media – follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and Pinterest. The magazine can also be read online, making it accessible anytime, anywhere at www.cottage.rocks The full magazine is available online and you can read it easily on any device, but we recognize that most people still like to hold a physical magazine in their hands when they read. This is true especially when they are relaxing on the dock at the cottage or in a country home. You can leave technology behind, and enjoy peace and quiet within the pages of our magazine.

• Netscape launches Mosaic Netscape 0.9, one of the first web browsers • Friends, arguably the greatest sitcom, premieres • Ice skater Nancy Kerrigan is attacked by Tonya Harding’s bodyguard • World Series is cancelled, due to strikes • The world’s largest lollipop, weighing 3,011 pounds, is made in Denmark • Smoke-Free Ontario Act • One of the coldest winters on record • Michael Jackson weds Elvis’ daughter, Lisa Marie • Commodore Computers goes bust • PlayStation is released • The video game Donkey Kong Country is hugely popular • Lion King movie • Books are still popularly read on paper, not on digital devices.

25 years have passed for the Connection, and along with other exciting changes, the magazine is celebrating by giving away a three-night Egan Houseboat Rental.

(Check out the Cottage Country Magazine Facebook page for more details.)

• Canadian actor John Candy dies

Also new this year, the Cottage Country team will be hosting a "Kick-off to Cottage Season" at their Trade & Vendor Show on Saturday, June 1, 2019 at the Lakefield Arena. We would love to see you there!

• 26-year-old Anna Nicole Smith famously weds the 89-year-old oil tycoon J. Howard Marshall II.

We hope you enjoy reading, the Connection’s 25th Anniversary issue, and we are proud to bring it to you.

• Yahoo! is first envisioned

• Jim Carrey has one of his biggest roles in the film The Mask • Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis dies

• O.J. Simpson’s infamous car chase takes place

Meet Team CCC

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Owner, Publisher Art Director Horse Lover

Emily Ireland

Communications Manager Expert Crafter

Deb Mahoney

Account Executive Hockey Mom Animal Lover

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History & Adventure on Pigeon Lake Pigeon Lake is on the Trent Severn Waterway, right in the heart of Cottage Country, within the City of Kawartha Lakes and just west of the County of Peterborough. A large lake, covering 13,200 acres, Pigeon Lake is known for excellent bass, walleye and muskellunge fishing. Pigeon Lake is quite shallow with an average depth of 3 metres, with its deepest point reaching 15 metres.

Pigeon is a popular lake with a number of cottages and permanent residences, together with many resorts. Egan Marine uses Pigeon Lake as its base for the rental of houseboats, which provide exciting vacations on the Trent Severn Waterway. Before World War I large estate cottages were built in an area now known as Trent Lakes on Pigeon Lake.

These include “Missisquoi� on Sandy Point, built in 1913 by businessman and politician

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Sir Edward Kemp. For modern-day cottagers the lake offers access to many day-trip destinations, excellent fishing and play. If an estate property is not in your budget there are many less costly alternatives for a place to call home on Pigeon Lake.

Emily Provincial Park is also located on Pigeon Lake. The park has great facilities and over 150 campsites, which makes it an ideal place for families who wish to vacation on the lake. The park offers natural heritage programs, two sandy beaches and easy access to beautiful Pigeon Lake.

Fed by the Pigeon River located near Omemee, Pigeon Lake is long and narrow, extending north from Omemee to Bobcaygeon where you will find Lock 32 on the Trent Severn Waterway. At Bobcaygeon,

Pigeon Lake meets Sturgeon Lake to the west at the northern top of the chain of large lakes. These access points make it a great lake to spend the entire day exploring.

In the 1800s lumber was "king" in the Kawarthas, with large mills built in the 1820s and 1830s. In 1832, Thomas Need built the biggest lumber mill at Bobcaygeon on the Sturgeon Pigeon narrows. The mill proved to be very busy due to its strategic location. It continued to operate until the early 1900's, long after other mills in the Kawartha Lakes had closed. Need turned the mill over to Mossom Boyd to manage it in the 1840's as he continued on to other businesses. These men played a key role in development of the area, including steps taken towards building the famous Trent Severn Waterway.

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Current Cottage Decorating Trends

Get Inspired!

“Everyone can identify with a fragrant garden, with beauty of sunset, with the quiet of nature, with a warm and cozy cottage.”

Thomas Kincade

Summer is in sight and there is nothing more exciting than opening up the cottage, breathing in the warm air and imagining all the shared memories that lie ahead.

From campfires to board games, cottaging evokes the nostalgia of either growing up cottaging or being inspired by the cottage look for your own home.

So how do you work with current interior design trends when it comes to the cottage? How can you integrate some of the fresh new looks into your own cottage design without losing that real “cottage” feel that we so often crave at the end of a work week. For 2019 it just so happens that many of the new trends are easy design considerations for cottage country!

Floral Focus The traditional look of floral patterns couldn’t be more ideal for that cottage feel and is an exciting fresh new look we are seeing in all types of design environments. Perhaps it's time to take out that antique floral quilt, or spend a weekend antiquing for that perfect find. From homespun influences to retro patterns and prints, floral design is having a major influence in rooms everywhere. Consider the low-cost solution of framing a variety of floral wallpapers for a bedroom wall or bathroom. The easy part is this look encompasses everything from intense bold color to vintage finds, making it easy and budget friendly to inject florals into a few throw cushions or bedspreads.

Human-Kind Meets Nature This look is all about being organic, and our relationship to nature. What better place to be able to do that than at the cottage! Bringing in smooth, worn, medium-size stones as door stops, bouquets of wild grasses and branches or integrating natural, vibrant and warm paint colors. There are a multitude of ways to go biophilic and explore this natural trend which will allow you the connectivity to nature that we are currently craving.

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Jewel Box Tones Good-bye grey and hello layered, rich deep tones, especially emerald green. Layer with dark blues and yellows. For this trend, the more you can make these colors pop the better - consider setting them against neutrals like black and white. Imagine a side chair in a cottage bedroom upholstered in one of these vibrant colors against a white wall; or a mirror frame spray-painted in Kelly green for extra pop. Incorporate beach towels in these tones to lend interest and layers to your bathroom area. Rugs are another great find, especially with those floral patterns we talked about earlier. Or maybe you prefer the whimsy of an old dresser painted in a fabulous jewel tone, with a pile of colored antique books layered on top. Lamp shades, artwork and collectibles are all ways to work in the jewel tone trend.

Joanne Clark Joanne is a design enthusiast with a passion for all things interior design. Her homes have appeared in publications such as Canadian House & Home, Style at Home and most recently Our Homes Magazine. Joanne has spent her career in senior leadership roles in Marketing and Public Relations for both the private and public sectors. As an avid gardener Joanne enjoys weekends on Stoney Lake and spending time with friends and family throughout the Kawarthas while taking in the odd game of golf.

Hand-Made is Home-Made Been meaning to sign up for that local pottery class? Now is the time. Feeling the earth and appreciating the sustainability of home-made items is making this trend a hip consideration for many. Hand-made pieces are super easy to find and work into cottage dĂŠcor. Think hand-made rugs which can be used as wall hangings, large comfy blankets doubling as shawls around the campfire. The future is about reusing and the maker movement has gained traction in our time of consumer fatigue. This has schooled us in looming, weaving and wood turning in pursuit of craftsmanship. Think clay, cork, bamboo and other natural textures where we give our planet a rest and embrace the art of something well made.

Comfortable Abundance Sounds basic right? But we are in a movement of comfort being a little more elegant.

Consider the warmth of well-made antiques, finding a spot for family heirlooms which provide a sense of emotional comfort alongside that old well-worn couch and arm chair.

We are living in rushed and deadline-driven times. This desire for comfort needs to wrap around us and give us what we are craving. Imagine that worn armchair in a quiet reading nook with an ottoman and floral throw blanket for a cozy nesting feel. This is a trend where secondhand items are centre stage. Cruise those cottage country garage sales for things which tell a story; look for traditional furniture and patterns.

Ultimately all these trends can overlap, making it even easier to integrate into current cottage dÊcor. Don’t be afraid to let your choices tell a story. What better place than the cottage to weave in your new stories with the old? This is the beauty of reusing and recycling for more sustainable choices. So, mix those patterns, create and layer in texture - your 2019 cottage summer inspiration is all around you!

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Your Backyard Nature Oasis Your backyard can come alive with beautiful birds and butterflies when you know the right plants and features to add to your garden. Your yard is a place to relax and enjoy, and enhancing it naturally to attract these beautiful species will create your very own nature oasis.

Setting up the right environment to attract creatures can be easy to do with a little time and effort. Birds, butterflies, bees and other critters will come to your yard looking for three main things - food, water and shelter. They find this through trees, shrubs, grasses, vines and flowering plants which provide food, shelter and places to nest. The more plants the better! It is important to select native plants for your gardens, meaning plants which occur naturally in the area where you live. Native plants offer some of the best nectar needed by pollinators, including bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. They also require less maintenance than non-native species because they are perfectly suited to the soil and climate. Always refrain from using pesticides, including herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, etc.

BUTTERFLIES • Select flowers in red, yellow, orange, pink and purple, as butterflies are attracted to these colours.

• The plants you choose for nectar for butterflies should receive full sun from mid-morning to mid-afternoon, as they generally feed only in the sun.

• Choose plants that continuously bloom, as butterflies need nectar throughout the adult phase of their life span.

• Butterflies need a place to rest and warm their wings for flight, so find a sunny spot to place flat stones in your garden.

• Some recommended native plants for butterflies include black eyed susan, blazing star, evening primrose, swamp milkweed, butterfly weed, wild lupine and bergamot.

BIRDS • Birds are looking for food sources, so choose plants which provide fruit, seeds, sap and beneficial insects birds feed upon.

• Place a bird bath in your yard to provide a place for birds to bathe and drink. Birds prefer shallow basins with a rough surface for good gripping.

• Choose shrubs and trees that are dense enough to support nests.

• Provide a spot in your garden for native tall and ornamental grasses to attract several species, and leave them to stand into the winter for a supply of seeds. Plant grasses such as big bluestem, indian grass and switchgrass.

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Lake & Wildlife As cottagers we all share a deep love of our peaceful lakes. There are many things that you can do as a cottager to protect our beloved waterways and wildlife!

Here are just a couple of quick tips: One way you can help is by avoiding phosphates and synthetic chemicals in toiletries, soaps, detergents & lawn maintenance. Phosphates remain in wastewater and end up in our lakes, causing nutrient pollution which can lead to harmful algae blooms. Phosphates commonly get into our water through lawn fertilizers/pesticides. Products containing synthetic chemicals and antibacterial chemicals also harm our natural system.

What you can do: try switching conventional soaps for a natural castile soap, from synthetic, chemical-filled detergents for washing soda and plant-based options, and switching out antibacterial cleaners for simple vinegar and baking soda. You can swap synthetic beauty products for food grade, natural alternatives. This will not only make the lakes and environment healthier, but it will make your family healthier too!

A wonderful way to protect our lakes is to naturalize your shoreline. This is a beautiful project for anyone who loves gardening. There should be a natural buffer of plant life between the lake and your lawn and there are many advantages to naturalizing, including helping with natural flood protection.

Dogwood and other native shrubs will help with soil erosion. Consider native milkweeds and Joe-pye weed, which help our butterflies and pollinators. Black eyed Susan, wild bergamot, and foxglove beardtongue are great options in the Kawartha Lakes as well. Blue Flag Iris do well right at the shore line. You can also maintain natural structure of the underwater environment. Bass need rock outcroppings and vegetation to hide in and forage in for example.

What you can do: Join a Native Plant Distribution Program!

To learn more about safe natural products for the cottage you can visit my blog to learn how to make my homemade cleaners or grab one of my safe product PDFs. By: Ally Boothroyd Yoga & Meditation Educator & Yoga Retreat Curator Sarovara Yoga, Bobcaygeon, Ontario www.sarovarayoga.ca

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Porches and sunrooms are exciting projects for Nortech! We enjoy installing what will soon become your family’s favourite room where you will welcome your friends to make memories that last a lifetime.

A porch is a special gathering place for chatting and sharing laughter.

It draws families together around board games, decks of cards, and meals you can share in the fresh air with loved ones lounging on couches, and sprawling in a jumble of blankets on the floor. It is a place of meandering conversations, scaling from big decisions about which college to attend, to small bantering discussions like whose turn it is to wash the dishes. It also serves as a private sanctuary, where you can rest and dream with a book in hand, and the beauty of the natural world all around you.

Are you hoping to entertain guests in your own outdoor space?

Summer will bring sounds of thumping suitcases and exclamations of delight as loved ones are ushered in. Small children are special guests. Their squeals of delight fill the air as sopping wet swimmers dash through, leaving puddle footprints in their wake. Our beloved pets have their own places in our sunrooms as well, as they find their favourite spots on a comfy mat at our feet, or sunny perches on the window sill.

As summer beckons, we all feel the tug to venture outside. Are you looking to create your own outdoor living space by adding a sunroom to your property? Nortech can help. A prefab-modular Sunspace sunroom allows you to increase your entertainment space, enjoying nature without the expense of a full-blown renovation. It is the perfect stress-free addition to all homes and cottages.

If swatting mosquitos is growing tiresome, and you are thinking of enclosing your porch, Nortech has the solution. Nortech’s WeatherMaster

By Sunspace window and door system opens to 75% screen ventilation and closes for 100% weather protection. By adding WeatherMaster windows to your space, you can enjoy comfortable outdoor living without toxic insect repellants. Without bugs or bees to interrupt, you can simply enjoy an evening meal or conversation in peace.

Whether you are renovating an existing porch or sunroom, or planning to create a new outdoor living space, we can design a cozy, functional and affordable room for you. Your sunroom or enclosed porch brings much more than light and air - It brings loved ones and the rejuvenation of nature. It is a place where memories are made and tales are told, where friends are welcomed and bugs are banned.

Nortech Home Improvements Inc. 705 738 0304 www.nortechwindows.com

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Relaxation

It's spring at the lake. While getting the cottage ready for summer is exciting, for many of us it can be hard work. Putting in docks, cleaning up the property - all the raking! Wouldn't it be nice to soak away all your aches, pains and sore muscles while sitting in a luxurious hot tub, gazing out at the lake? Peaceful, serene, relaxing - listen to the waves lapping, feel the cool breeze, and let all the stress melt away. ROTOSPA is the answer.

Leaders in their market, ROTOSPA is a plug-in-and-go hot tub made in Lakefield Canada; where every tub is built with care and attention to detail. Many large, expensive tubs need a dedicated electrical circuit and a cement pad poured to sustain their weight. Not ROTOSPA! Their hot tubs are completely portable – easily transport it from the cottage to home and take the fun and relaxation with you.

No need to re-wire, all you need is a 110v household plug, and you’re set. Keep in mind though, if you have a 240v hookup available and you would like the tub to be a more permanent addition, all ROTOSPA hot tubs can be hardwired as well.

Portability and simplicity do not mean sacrifice, though. ROTOSPA hot tubs have features not found on other hot tubs in its price range. Fully insulated and sealed, a ROTOSPA tub is extremely economical to operate, and affordable to bring home.

The team at ROTOSPA is dedicated to creating top-notch customer-first service.

They want to provide you with a superior hot tub spa, along with a price-tag you can handle. They stand behind every tub they make, and are always determined to improve their product. Located in Lakefield, ROTOSPA has become a household name in Cottage Country, the product quality speaks for itself, and the word of mouth is that once you have a ROTOSPA tub, you won’t go back to another brand!

Designed with you in mind, your ROTOSPA hot tub will quickly become a family favorite. Entertain friends, relax as a couple or take some alone time to unwind after a busy day. Let the 20 strategically-placed powerful jets massage, relax and heal your body, mind and spirit.

ROTOSPA Hot Tubs, 1-877 ROTOSPA (768-6772) www.rotospa.com

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Keeping Your Hilltop View when Accessibility is an Issue In today’s market buying a cottage is not quite as easy as it might have been in the past. Seasonal vacation properties come with large price tags now. When you think about cottage properties, your mind automatically pictures a sunny waterfront with your family enjoying the warm sun and the shining lake. When many people see cottages perched atop a hill, they don’t like the idea of the hike up and down to the water and they can’t fathom the idea of carrying everything up the rocky hill-face every trip to the cottage.

But cottage properties atop a hill are usually less expensive, so you can think beyond stairs and add a lift!

Worried about how a lift will look? Inclined Elevation knows you head to the cottage to enjoy being surrounded by nature. The

track support structures of their lift have a footprint of only 1 to 8 square feet for each 20’ section of track; far less than stairs separated with multiple landings. The track also lets enough light through to support the growth of the vegetation underneath, keeping the natural look of your property. This is especially important on sandy hillsides where vegetation is essential to the stability of the slope.

A lift has the ability to add instant value to your hillside property, by allowing easy access to the water, dockside entertaining and living becomes easy; transforming your cottage experience. Think panoramic views, cooling breezes and greater privacy; “With the lift, all the disadvantages of living high off the water become the advantages of living high off the water.” – Owner Lift 48 Steep climbs and many stairs can limit how those with mobility or health issues can use their hillside properties. A lift can add years of enjoyment with easy, pleasant rides up and down the hillside. “You have to look into the future, it’s ok when you’re 45 to carry things, but as you get older and your knees and hips go, it means you can use the cottage longer.” – Owner Lift 17 Inclined Elevation Inc. is located in Bracebridge, Ontario, was founded in 2006 by Dr. John Weinstein, PhD. They offer beautifully integrated solutions, custom designed for your property, and installed with pride. With an experienced team, Inclined Elevation is dedicated to building the smartest, safest, most reliable and durable, smoothest running, most attractive lifts on the market.

Invest in value, invest in lifestyle, invest in a lift!

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GO BIG or Go Dry

Weather-wise, we don’t know what we’ll get until we get it. This past Spring has taught us that. With that in mind, it is important to take steps in our container planting to be prepared for weather extremes.

If we get a hot and dry summer, it is practical to replace small pots (less than 14” in diameter) with larger, deeper pots.

BIG pots hold a lot of soil and soil holds water. It’s quite simple: large pots dry out less frequently than small pots. Plants that do not experience the extreme stress/destress/stress/de-stress patterns remain lush, full of bloom and healthy.

Therefore, instead of three or five small pots scattered on the stairs to your front door, consider one or two large pots (18”+) at the base of the stairs. A visitor’s eye will

be instantly drawn to it and its largesse will allow for spectacular and welcoming plant arrangements, with minimal care.

In case of a wet, cloudy summer, do take care that any pot you choose has drain holes for excess water to escape. Yes, water will leak out of the holes and get on your deck or patio, but it’s just water. Sweep or mop it away. It is extremely important that plants not sit in excess water or in constantly wet soil.

A large pot can be expensive to fill with proper Container Soil. Remembering that

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soil holds moisture, find a balance between using “filler” and topping up with soil. If the environment is windy, add bricks or rocks to the bottom of the pot. If the need to move the pots easily is priority, then use unused nursery pots flipped into the bottom of the pot or pieces of large Styrofoam. At least 50% of the large pot should be soil to make the moisture retentive soil work in your favour.

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

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Retirement

Lifestyle Living For over 30 years now, Triple T Holdings has been leading the way in retirement “lifestyle” living. Registering over 500 units of condominium within the City of Peterborough, it could be said that Triple T has truly set the watermark for the area.

Triple T Holdings is one of the very few companies in Ontario with a 30+ year history of specializing exclusively in planning, designing and delivering condominium developments as their primary line

Some of our customers may go down south in the winter or to the cottage in the summer; in either case they are free from the maintenance of a traditional home.

These Craftsman-inspired homes are designed with retirees in mind, emphasizing main floor living. In addition, owners will take advantage of the wonderful scenery on the 25-acre property, including lush landscape, walking trails and a large pond with a fountain and gazebo. The Lilacs development is within walking distance to town and is next door to the Golden Years Club. It is also just down the street from the Morton Medical Clinic.

Our first phase of The Lilacs has sold out and we have begun the sale of our second phase of homes. There are still some availabilities in Phase 2, which will have homes ready in the latter part of 2019 into the spring of 2020.

of business. Experience like this, combined with a “Family Business” approach has yielded a tremendous result for the organization and our customers.

The Lilacs project in Lakefield will be no exception to this standard, and with services such as grass cutting, snow shovelling and window washing the customers in The Lilacs are free to spend their time as they choose.

Since 1994

If you’re interested in one of our new homes, or have any questions feel free to call us at 705-742-3338. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have, or even better - let us know when you can come in and have a look at our model home located at 235 Queen Street in Lakefield. Open house hours Monday to Friday from 10-12 and from 1-3. Saturday and Sunday 11-3 Don’t miss your opportunity to live in the Lilacs. Call today.

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Do I Really Need A Lift for My Boat?

This is a question we at R&J Machine get asked often.

Whether you have purchased a new boat or personal watercraft, or you already have one, a lift is a great investment. Here are some reasons why a boat lift is so important to protect that investment, while extending the life of your boat.

Boats can be stored in the water for the summer months, however over time this can cause deterioration of the exterior of your boat; blisters on the hull, damage to the lower unit as well as algae build up. By storing your boat on a lift, its appearance will be protected and you will save on costly repairs, improving its resale value.

A boat lift offers protection against fluctuating water levels, and from storms and floating debris. A lift keeps your boat high and dry during a storm, and protects it from damage caused by banging against your dock, or taking on too much water.

water conditions. They offer standalone units for beside a dock, or overhead lifts for in a boathouse. R&J Machine has lifts which can operate manually, or with an A/C or D/C motor, depending on your shoreline power.

Visit rjmachine.ca to see which boat lift is right for you.

R&J Machine, 705-652-6731

A boat lift will also assist a driver when launching or docking during windy or rough conditions. A lift stabilizes the boat, and full length side guides and carpeted bunks guide your boat onto the lift safely.

R&J Machine is local manufacturer of boat lifts for all types of boats/watercraft and

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Cottage Country Connection would like to thank Russ Sanders for contributing his many articles over the years and sharing his fond memories. Russ and his wife have just celebrated 65 years of marriage and we at Cottage Country send our very best wishes.

CONGRATULATIONS!!

Those Were The Days

“Times They Are A-Changing” I was in one of the larger mall stores when a noisy commotion down one of the aisles not only caught my eye but the attention of quite a few shoppers. A lady in her middle forties was arguing with a boy we assumed was her son. The boy, approximately fourteen years of age, was shouting at his mother using language spotted with four letter adjectives. As he ranted on, the mother appeared ashamed but more so frustrated.

I started toward them as did a couple other enraged shoppers, all of us wanting to belt this kid across his swelled head; but in today’s world that is a no-no, if we intervened then we would be subjected to arrest. What could the mother do? Maybe kick his behind from here to kingdom come but again a no-no. If the mother severely reprimanded the boy then she too would be arrested for assaulting a minor, even though it is her own foul-mouthed son.

Someone once said “without discipline there is only anarchy” and in a small but significant way, it was being acted out right here in the store.

When I was that age the thought would never enter my mind to sass my parents in such a manner. No son or daughter in our generation, and generations to follow, would even consider talking back to their parents that way, or, for that matter, to anyone in authority. During my early teens police cars were all black with a tall aerial on the left front fender and an aerial on the right rear fender. We could recognize them coming from a block away and we usually stood still to see where they were going; or simply disappeared, not because we did something wrong but because both young and old recognized the law as the ultimate authority.

When the bell rang at school, we lined up to get to class and if a teacher told us to quietly take our seats that is exactly what we did, after all, teachers were there to give us an education so how dare any of us question when we were told to do something. Did I ever get physically disciplined? I sure did. Dad tanned my hide because I stole some pillows off Mrs. Barnier’s porch and hid them in an underground bunk I had made. Call the police? No way, I deserved the punishment and to this day I still remember the lesson I learned.

I am not advocating physical harm, discipline can come in many different forms.

I was born during the Depression and raised witnessing the awful events of World War II. I was taught the lessons of want, need, have, appreciate, respect and love - lessons today's generations seem to have forgotten. Oh, I know some will call me an old guy out of touch with the world, but there is a song with words “times they are a changing” and I fully recognize over the past years there have been drastic changes, I just do not have to agree with them.

Russ Sanders, epigram@nexicom.net

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Why “Victoria Day”?

Many Canadians consider 24 May – or “May Two-Four” – the unofficial beginning of summer each year, although the summer solstice does not occur until late June. By May, however, the weather is warming, snow is all or mostly gone, new plants are sprouting, tourist sites are opening, and Canadians who have been confined by winter begin to venture out on drives and trips – thus making it an ideal time for a long weekend.

The origin of our 24 May holiday dates back to 1837, when young Queen Victoria came to the throne of the United Kingdom – she was born on 24 May 1819. The British and British North Americans traditionally celebrated their monarch’s birthday with military parades, reviews, and other events. Victoria’s ascension, however, was seen as an opportunity to create common ground between English and French citizens in Canada; both peoples perceived loyalty to the monarchy as a differentiation between Canadians and Americans. In 1845, the Province of Canada’s legislature declared the Queen’s Birthday to be a public holiday; it was held on the actual date, or on the next day if the 24th fell on a Sunday.

Peterborough, like most Canadian communities, marked Victoria Day in style – with closed shops, parades (often organized and led

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by local militia units or the fire brigade), banquets, public steamboat excursions, and fireworks. While most Victoria Days went well, occasionally holiday events went awry: in 1855 the guest Cobourg Fire Brigade returned home early and abruptly from Peterborough, somehow having been insulted during a controversial hose competition with their host brigade.

After Queen Victoria’s death in 1901, her birthday remained a public holiday in Canada. In 1952, Victoria Day was changed from 24 May and fixed annually as the Monday before that date, thus creating the long weekend of today. 1957 saw the Canadian government designate Victoria Day as the official birthday of Queen Elizabeth II also, although her actual birthday is 21 April.

Whether you spend your Victoria Day opening a cottage, travelling, or at home, we all can look forward to the imminent arrival of summer’s warm and sunny days.

By: Don Willcock On behalf of The Peterborough Museum & Archives 300 Hunter St E, Peterborough, 705-743-5180 www.peterboroughmuseumandarchives.ca

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Contracting Work

You Need lt Done Right Summer is almost here and it’s time to get your projects moving. Should you do it yourself or hire a professional? Hiring a contractor can be more stressful than the project itself.

Follow these simple tips to ease your stress and enjoy your project.

Draft your plan: Write out a scope of the work and the responsibilities right down to the clean up.

Educate yourself first. There are great web sources available at your finger tips.

Check into all permits needed and be aware of any set backs that may come into play.

Each quote should be based on your plan: Apples to apples, so hire a contractor who specializes in that trade. Use local trades where possible and just make sure they have a solid reputation and have been in business for some time.

When you get a written quote (not an estimate!) make sure to check that materials and labour are included in the quote. If using multiple trades, ensure all insurance and WSIB are current for each trade being used. Set a schedule with a start and end date and ask about a warranty.

Set a clear payment schedule: It is very critical to set a payment schedule and down payment amount. Only a small deposit, if any, should be required. Contractors, good reputable ones, all have accounts to buy materials. Payments should be based on stages in the project to completion. NEVER pay up front and never pay in full until the project has been completed and agreed upon by all parties involved in the initial quote.

What If…? Determine how any unforeseen problems will be handled and an alteration to the contract should be made if needed.

Sub Trades: If sub trades are being used, determine who is paying them - you or the contractor you have hired (as they are the sub trades being utilized by the main contractor). A contract with a description of details on materials, labor and the process for the project will be necessary for any sub trades.

Tips to find the right contractor: • Ask trusted friends and family members for recommendations • Post on Facebook asking for recommendations • Look for local and specific knowledge trades - most good contractors are busy, so be prepared for that.

• Ask potential candidates you are considering to share before-and-after photos of similar projects • Ask if they supply the materials or labour only?

• Ask who is responsible for getting permits and how much?

• Ask if drawings are needed and if so is there a charge and who pays?

• Make sure you get a Quote and not an Estimate.

• Have a clear time frame with your contractor and a schedule commitment • Get three quotes and remember cheap is not always the best choice • Keep track of progress and payments based on stages of completion • Do a PDI (pre-delivery inspection upon completion of the project) If you follow these steps, your project should be all you hoped it would be.

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

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HitcHinge: Safer & Easier Andy Assinck decided there needed to be safer and easier ways to install and remove docks every season. After 35 years as a design builder in the Kawarthas, Andy developed a simple but revolutionary dock coupling system that is self-supporting, child and pet friendly; plus, silent!

The HitcHinge offers a simple process that supports the ramp/ bridge loads in alignment while actuating from above decking with a single tool. The hinges are completely self-contained, that means no parts to lose, misplace, or drop in frigid waters. This also allows folks to remove and or install a dock with ease. “No need to swim after a lost part again!" says Assinck "The HitcHinge uses gravity instead of a balancing act between loads and flotation, counter balancing between wind, weight and waves to connect dock sections," says Assinck, owner of HitcHinge.ca. "Once installed on your dock or ramps, unlike traditional systems, you can make the gap small enough to become worry-free, safer for children and pets and still leave room for wave and wind movement, based on your location."

HitcHinge is a well-engineered product, stamped and designed with inner bushings resulting in durability and silent operation.

With "no metal on metal" there is little noise from the hardware when the dock moves with the waves, and wind equaling a quiet and peaceful waterfront.

HitcHinge is used in pairs, and can be easily installed into new and existing docks, often replacing the hinges that are already there. There are a large selection of hinge components for mixing opposing halves, with a variety of bolt sizes and bolt patterns to meet your custom needs.

"You simply place the hitch over the hinge and spin it in!"

HitcHinge www.hitchinge.ca, dockhitchinge@gmail.com 705-933-8439

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Leisure Fishing with Pro Angler Mike Williams

Memories of a Lifetime As far back as I can remember I get anxious with the anticipation of a new fishing season. From the very first sunfish I caught off the bridge my grandfather Wellington built at our cabin on Fox Island, to looking forward to fishing Spring crappie with my kids - it has always brought me the excitement of a child on Christmas morning. Always wondering what awaits me, what fish I will catch?

What memories will be made? What new friends I will meet?

Maybe this year my partner Duane Jacobs and I can return as CSFL Team of the Year and Classic Champs; or maybe this is the year Josh Westerink and I can combine the most fun on the water with winning the FLW Canadian Championship.

I say this every year, but I don’t think I have ever been more excited for a season to begin. I have been very fortunate with help from family and friends to be able to fulfill two lifelong dreams; owning my own fishing guide business, Williams Outfitters and becoming a successful tournament angler. Over the last couple of seasons it seems like all of this hard work and dedication is paying off. I have been blessed to have people come into my life who believe in me enough to graciously offer help in the way of sponsorships.

What started with a chance meeting on Stoney Lake with a friend from school - Deborah (Paris) Lineberry, has turned into a great partnership, and started the ball rolling for me. Being sponsored

Since 1994

by Paris Marine has led to other prominent fishing companies coming on board. I went from running an old boat, to a new deal with Crestliner, and am now running the new PT20 fully loaded with Power-Poles and the latest Garmin electronics. This also led me here to Cottage Country Magazine, writing an article and promoting my company. This offseason I was also lucky enough to hook up with Daiwa, Kistler Rods and Livingston Lures, and I look forward to promoting all of my sponsors every chance I get through tournaments, shows, and guiding clients.

I wish to share all of the knowledge and experience I have gained over my 20 years on the water. If you are looking for an unbelievable fishing experience, visit my website and check out our availability and packages. If you are looking for more information on the products offered by my sponsors, or just want to chat about your latest catch, all you have to do is look me up, friend me on facebook, or simply approach me! I will always have time for a fish story or just a chat.

See you out on the water and best of luck on your next fishing adventure!

Your friend in fishing Mike Williams, Pro Angler & Owner of Williams Outfitters in Curve Lake First Nation www.williamsoutfitters.com

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The Kawartha ATV Association

Ride With Us

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Are you new to the area, visiting over the summer or just looking for a new place to ride your ATV or Side by Side? The Kawartha ATV Association (KATVA) has the trails for you. Every year thousands of people travel to the Kawarthas to ride the KATVA trail systems. KATVA is the largest ATV club in Ontario with over 1500 annual members, and they have two unique trail systems they manage in the City of Kawartha Lakes and Peterborough County.

If you are new to riding and are looking for some nice easy rural trails, start with the Victoria Rail Trail Corridor. The VRTC is 84 kms of railway bed that connects to the Haliburton Rail Trail just north of Kinmount. You can take a nice scenic ride on your ATV from Fenelon Falls to Haliburton Village for lunch, and return back to Fenelon Falls to do some shopping right in town, or take a detour off of the VRTC into the Somerville Forest Tract. The Somerville forest is a 6000 acre block of pine compartments that are actively forested. Most of these trails are suitable for beginner or intermediate riders, but there are a couple of more difficult trails for those who are more experienced, and are looking for a more technical ride.

If you are looking for something a little more challenging, check out the 5 Points trail system. The trails here are tailored to the more intermediate and expert riders, and are made up of everything from old logging roads to rocky ridges and mud holes. They are by far the most popular trails in the Kawarthas. The 5 Points trails are located in Trent Lakes, a municipality of Peterborough County, and run through

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mixed parcels of crown land and private land, including a 104 acre property that KATVA purchased in January 2019. The 5 Points trails have been around for many years and are a main attraction to all motorized trail users, including off-road trucks, off-road motorcycles, and snowmobilers alike.

KATVA also has a long standing reciprocal agreement with Haliburton ATV Association including their chapter clubs, Algonquin West ATV Club and Lake of Bays ATV Club, or as they call themselves the “Family of Clubs”. The most recent addition to the family was Quad Niagara, which operates a trail system in the Welland area. This reciprocal agreement means that members of these organizations have the benefit of enjoying each others trails at no additional costs. This agreement has been in place for almost 10 years, and continues to be the most successful partnership between ATV clubs in Ontario.

With the warm weather quickly arriving we can’t wait to get out on the trails. It’s a great way to feel immersed in nature, and take in the scenery of the area – and maybe a little wildlife too!

Kawartha ATV Association PO Box 21, Lindsay 705-328-0931 www. katva.ca

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of Attractions & Destinations You’ll find a ton of things to see and do this year at www.cottage.rocks and in Cottage Country Connection Magazine.

We’ll keep you connected with links to all the best places you'll want to check out.

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Entertainment Shorelines Casino Peterborough / Belleville We’ve got 500 of the newest slot machines – and some old favourites, too! Play one cent slots or high limit machines. You’ll love our great selection of dining specials at The Buffet! Enjoy a wide variety of options at a fantastic price! Must be 19+.

1400 Crawford Dr, Peterborough 380 Bell Boulevard, Belleville www. shorelinescasinos.com

Kawartha Downs & Speedway 1382 County Rd 28, Fraserville

Academy Theatre for Performing Arts 2 Lindsay St S, Lindsay

Since 1994

Showplace Performance Centre

Lindsay Twin Drive-In Theatre

290 George St N, Peterborough

229 Pigeon Lake Rd, Lindsay

Havelock Country Jamboree

Globus Theatre

10 County Rd 48, Havelock

2300 Pigeon Lake Rd, Bobcaygeon

Peterborough MusicFest

Highlands Cinemas

Del Crary Park, 92 George St N, Peterborough

4131 Kawartha Lakes County Rd 121, Kinmount

Wild Water & Wheels

4th Line Theatre

1650 Chemong Rd, Peterborough

4 Tupper St, Millbrook

Highlands Cinema

Market Hall Performing Arts

4131 Kawartha Lakes County Rd 121, Kinmount

140 Charlotte St, Peterborough

Galaxy Cinemas Peterborough

Capitol Theatre

320 Water St, Peterborough

20 Queen St, Port Hope

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Farmers Markets The Apsley Market - last Sunday of each month Bancroft Farmers’ Market Friday: 11:00am - 6:00pm - June 1 - October 5 168 Hastings St.N., Bancroft Bobcaygeon Farmers' Market Saturday 8:00am - 1:00pm - May 16 to October 6 Bobcaygeon Fairgrounds, 47 Mansfield St., Bobcaygeon www.bobcaygeonfarmersmarket.com

Road Trip

Campbellford Farmers' Market Wednesday: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM - May 2 to Oct. 31 66 Front St S., Campbellford www.campbellfordfarmersmarket.ca Fenelon Falls Farmers' Market Friday & Saturday: 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM May 17 - October 12 Corner of Bond St. and John St. www.fenelonfallsfarmersmarket.com Haliburton County Farmers' Market May 21 - October 15 • Tues. 12-4 Head Lake Park, Haliburton www.haliburtoncountyfarmersmarket.wordpress.com

Galleries & Museums

Kinmount Farmers' Market Saturday: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM May 16 - Oct. 10 Austin Sawmill Park on Victoria Cty Rail Trail, Kinmount www.kinmountfarmersmarket.ca/

Peterborough Museum & Archives

Art Gallery of Bancroft

Preserving and celebrating the collective memories of our community ~ stories, images and traces of the people and the land 300 Hunter St E, Peterborough www.peterboroughmuseumandarchives.ca

10 Flint Ave, Bancroft

Hutchison House Museum

The Ethel Curry Gallery

Living history Museum offering a glimpse of life in Ontario in the 1800s. An estimated 7,000 people visit the museum each year for guided tours and other special events. Scottish Teas during July and August, and many other activities for all age groups.

270 Brock St, Peterborough www.hutchisonhouse.ca

94 Maple Ave, Haliburton

Maryboro Lodge Fenelon Museum

Olde Gaol Museum

50 Oak St., Fenelon Falls

50 Victoria Ave N, Lindsay

Lakefield Farmers' Market Thursday: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM - May 24th to October 4th 20 Concession St., Lakefield www.lakefieldfarmersmarket.net Lindsay Farmers' Market Saturday 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM • May 9 - Oct. 10 Victoria Ave. Between Kent St. & Peel St. Lindsay www.lindsayfarmersmarket.com Peterborough Downtown Farmers' Market Wednesday: 8:30 AM to 2:00 PM - May 2 - Oct.31 Louis Street Lot (Louis at Charlotte St) www.ptbodowntownmarket.com Peterborough Farmers' Market Saturdays 7-1pm year round - Morrow Park www.peterboroughfarmersmarket.com Peterborough Regional Farmer's Market November - April • 8am - 1pm Peterborough Square, lower level www.ptboregionalfarmersmarket.org Minden Farmers' Market May 19 - October 12 • Sat. 10 - 2 Milne St & Prince St. www.haliburtoncountyfarmersmarket.wordpress.com Bridgenorth Fridays: 11:00 am to 6:00 pm (beginning May 11) Chemung Lions Park, 710 Red Pine Lane, Bridgenorth Buckhorn Farmers & Craft Market Tuesday: 9am - 2pm (June 25-August 27) 1782 Lakehurst Road www.buckhorncommunitycentre.com

Agnes Jamieson Gallery 176 Bobcaygeon Rd, Minden

Haliburton Highlands Museum 66 Museum Rd, Haliburton

Canadian Fire Fighters Museum 95 Mill St S, Port Hope

Scugog Shores Historical Museum 16210 Island Rd, Port Perry

Garden Centres Griffin’s Greenhouses

Griffin’s Greenhouses is all about family, community, freshness, trends and local products; our team is ready to greet you for a fantastic 2019!

3026 Lakefield Rd, Peterborough www.griffinsgreenhouses.com

Horlings Garden & Design Centre 3056 Lakefield Rd, Peterborough

Garry's Garden Gallery 5 Commerce Rd, Lindsay

Apsley's Garden & Cottage Shoppe 9988 ON-28, Apsley

Pine Reflections Gift & Garden Centre 15534 ON-35, Minden

Keene On Gardens 1589 Keene Rd, Peterborough

Havelock Farmer & Artisan Market June 21 - Aug. 2pm-7:30pm • Sept to Oct 2pm-6:30pm Oak St. and Hwy 7 E. (near the Esso station). www.havelockmarket.ca Millbrook Farmers Market Sunday: 10am to 1pm (4th Sunday of the month, April to October) 1 Dufferin Street, Millbrook www.millbrookfarmersmarket.weebly.com/dates.html Glover's Farm Market Year Round 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. 14260 County Rd. 29, Warkworth www.gloversfarmmarket.com/ Johnston's Farm Market May to November • 10-6 10704 County Rd 28, Bailieboro www.johnstonsfarmmarket.ca

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Attractions Kawartha Settlers Village (Pictured Above)

Indian River Reptile Zoo

Salem Alpacas

The Roseneath Carousel

Canada’s Smallest Jail

McLean Berry Farm

Haliburton Forest Astronomy

Williams Outfitters is dedicated to providing our clients with the ultimate guided fishing experience. In our effort to achieve service excellence, our guides will work safely and diligently to target fish and to entice strikes. www.williamsoutfitters.com

Peterborough Lift Lock World Historic Site

Haliburton Forest & Wildlife Reserve

Treetop Trekking Ganaraska

Laveanne Lavender Fields

Riverview Park & Zoo

South Algonquin Trails

Burnt River Off-Road Facility

What was once a thriving family farm, Kawartha Settlers’ Village is now home to a fascinating collection of over 20 historic buildings. Experience what life was like for pioneers in the Kawarthas as you stroll leisurely through the Village and discover artifacts from 1830 – 1935.

85 Dunn St, Bobcaygeon www.settlersvillage.org

Williams Outfitters

1300 Water St, Peterborough

2206 County Rd 38, Indian River 9109 45, Roseneath

2191 16 Line, Lakefield

220 Hunter Street East, Peterborough

10585 Cold Springs Camp Rd, Campbellcroft 4378 Elephant Lake Rd, Harcourt

www.salemalpacas.com Coboconk

www.haliburtonforest.com www.haliburtonforest.com

8667 Gilmour Road, Campbellcroft

476 Ledge Hill Rd, Burnt River

Shops Mark's

London Trading Post

Overstock Liquidation

EuroDelight

Mark's Mark’s has always been there for those who live their life #wellworn. We proudly sell clothes that share the same values as the people who wear them.

1230 Lansdowne St.W., Peterborough 705-748-9570 Brand name products for liquidation prices. We’re open to the public Friday to Sunday every week, and invite you to come on in and save some money!

3001 Lakefield Rd, Peterborough www.shopoverstock.ca

Lockside Trading Company

Furniture, Home Décor, Lighting, Clothing, Outdoor Gear, Interior Design & Steamers Café & Ice-cream Parlour. 2805 River Ave, Youngs Point 705-652-3940 www.lockside.com

Since 1988 London Trading has been a retailer and manufacturer of a line of British and British inspired products aimed at the Country Lady and Gentleman.

3 King Street East, Bobcaygeon www.londontradingpost.ca Pastries and Baked Goods made by our Dutch and Scottish Bakers. Local & Imported Fine Foods from the UK, The Netherlands, Germany and more! Specialty & Imported Candy, Delft Blue, Giftware, Books & CDs. Gift Baskets Meat & Cheese Platters Whitney Town Centre 370 Kent St. W., Unit 30, Lindsay www.eurodelight.ca

World's Finest Chocolate 157 Cockburn St, Campbellford

Supernova Fireworks

With ver 520 tested, certified and proven products to choose from we will make sure your show will be the best in the neighborhood!

All Fireworks Minimum 40% off MSRP! Open Thurs.-Sat. 12pm-8pm Holiday Weekends Wed.-Mon. 10am-7pm 1539 Chemong Rd., Peterborough www.supernovafireworks.ca

Empire Cheese & Butter Co-op 1120 County Rd 8, Campbellford

Primitive Designs

2762 Northumberland County Rd 28, Port Hope

Bigley Shoes and Clothing 39 Bolton St, Bobcaygeon

Wineries Kawartha Country Wines

Kawartha Lakes Winery

The Village Wine Shoppe

Village Winery

Wine By You

The Wine Shoppe on Park

2452 County Road 36, Buckhorn 15 Cambridge St S, Lindsay

Since 1994

6 Water St box 263, Fenelon Falls 1091 Chemong Rd, Peterborough

874 Ward St, Bridgenorth

392 Brock St, Peterborough

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Accommodations Burleigh Falls Inn (Pictured Above) Beautiful accommodations and dining on scenic Stony Lake, Ontario. This Year Round facility is your Gateway to the Kawarthas and it’s amazing adventure, and scenic areas.

4791 ON-28, Lakefield www.burleighfallsinn.com

Days Inn Lindsay

134 Angeline St S, Lindsay

Bonnie View Inn

2713 Kashagawigamog Lake Rd, Haliburton

Village Inn

39 Queen St, Lakefield

Restaurants Jack's Family Restaurant

We use only the best quality products available on the market, making sure that our customers enjoy every meal.

1 Strickland St, Lakefield www.jacksrestaurant.ca

Pizza Alloro

5 Main St, Buckhorn

Water's Edge Restaurant 50 Canal St E, Bobcaygeon

Eggsmart

40 Bolton St, Bobcaygeon

On The Locks

12 Water St, Fenelon Falls

Lockstop Cafe

The Pattie House Smokin' BBQ

Mainstreet Landing

Hobart's Steakhouse

1919 Lakehurst Rd, Buckhorn 1939 Lakehurst Rd, Buckhorn

Marley's Bar and Grill

6673 Ontario HWY 35, Coboconk 139 Hunter St W, Peterborough

The Riverside Grill & Gazebo

17 Fire Rte 82B, Buckhorn

150 George St N, Peterborough

Cassis Bistro

Cody Inn Restaurant

Canoe & Paddle

Sippin Dip Restaurant-Bakery

27 Queen St, Lakefield 18 Bridge St, Lakefield

1953 Lakehurst Rd, Buckhorn 1500 Yankee Line, Bridgenorth

Welcome to Burleigh Falls, Your Gateway to the Kawarthas No matter the season there some great Day Trips to enjoy.

Here are a few of our favourites: Road Trips Around Ston(e)y Lake Stop along the way to see our friends at: East of Eden Antiques, Petroglyph Provincial Park, Stoney Lake Market, Harbour Town and Lockside Trading Co (Young's Point) Antiquing & Shopping The Kawarthas is bursting with great Artisans, Crafters and unique shopping experiences, including Gallery on the Lake, Whetung Ojibwa Centre and Kawartha Country Wines Adventure Seeking Looking for an outdoor adventure? Look no further.

Hiking - the Kawartha Highlands Signature Site, Petroglyph Park and the Kawartha Land Trust Stony Lake Trails all provide unique and great hiking experiences.

Paddling - The shores of Ston(e)y are perfect for a day of paddling. Pack a shore lunch and enjoy a stop along the way Spelunking - Yes, Ontario does have Caves and we have a great example of those at the Warsaw Conservation Site.

Our neighborhood abounds with endless adventures. From sampling select Kawartha Wines & Hand Made Chocolates to travelling the wonder of the Trent Severn, your days will be filled. You may even need to stay longer to take it all in.

Burleigh Falls Inn, www.burleighfallsinn.com 705 654 3441

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Provincial Parks Algonquin Provincial Park

Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park

Lake St. Peter Provincial Park

Emily Provincial Park

Silent Lake Provincial Park

Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park

Balsam Lake Provincial Park

Wolf Island Provincial Park

Petroglyphs Provincial Park

www.algonquinpark.on.ca

797 Emily Park Rd, Omemee

2238 Kawartha Lakes County Rd 48, Kirkfield

106 Monck St, Bancroft

1589 Silent Lake Park Road, Bancroft Highway 28, Trent Lakes

356 Lake St. Peter Rd, Lake Saint Peter 106 Monck St, Bancroft

2249 Northeys Bay Rd, Woodview

Conservation Areas Warsaw Caves Conservation Area & Campground

Nestled in the valley of the Indian River, the Warsaw Caves Conservation Area offers a range of recreational opportunities the entire family or an organized group can enjoy. 289 Caves Rd, Warsaw www.otonabeeconservation.com

Selwyn Beach Conservation Area 2251 Birch Island Road, Selwyn

Windy Ridge Conservation Area 998 Mt Horeb Rd, Omemee

Harold Town Conservation Area 2611 Old Norwood Rd, Peterborough

Imagine the Marsh Conservation Area D'Eyncourt St, Lakefield

The Gut Conservation Area 2399 The South Rd, Coe Hill

Pigeon River Headwaters Conservation Area 445 Gray Road, Kawartha Lakes

Ken Reid Conservation Area 277 Kenrei Rd, Lindsay

Crow’s Pass Conservation Area 231 Middle March Rd, Port Perry

Public Beaches Sandy Lake Beach

Quarry Bay Beach

Omemee Beach

1247 Lakehurst Rd, Buckhorn

2006 Northeys Bay Rd, Lakefield

2 George St S, Omemee

Selwyn Public Beach

Beavermead Park

Isabel Morris Park

2251 Birch Island Rd, Lakefield

2011 Ashburnham Drive, Peterborough

20 Concession St, Lakefield

Ennismore Waterfront Park

Bobcaygeon Beach Park

Garnet Graham Beach Park

981-1085 Ennis Rd, Ennismore

Park St, Bobcaygeon

Francis St. W., Fenelon Falls

Light Up Your Special Event!

Planning a wedding this summer? How about a family reunion, birthday party or a “just because” get-together? Take your event from “ho-hum” to “WOW” with a spectacular fireworks display!

Supernova Fireworks is a family-run business, and their mission is to make your fireworks display the talk of the neighbourhood! With over 350 different fireworks in-store from which to choose, you will find the best fireworks for the best price - at least 40% below the suggested retail.

Our knowledgeable staff can help you choose the perfect combination of pieces to suit your event and your budget, and

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we can offer you advice on the proper handling and use of your fireworks, so everyone can safely enjoy the show.

Located at 1539 Chemong Road, Peterborough, we are open Thursday – Saturday, 12:00 noon – 8:00 PM, with extended holiday weekend hours, Wednesday – Monday, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM. For more information, call us at 705-934-1313 or check out our website – www.supernovafireworks.ca.

Be sure to make this summer experience memorable with great quality fireworks that your family will enjoy! We look forward to seeing you in the store this weekend!

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Marinas & Waterways Anstruther Marina

Your full service family run, go-to marine & power sports dealer. With brands like Kawasaki & Legend, Tempest and Stringray boats. New Hwy 28 Showroom – more than just boats!

23 Fire Route 63, Apsley 705-656-4783 www.anstrutherlakemarina.com

Walsten Marine

Family owned and operated since 1972 We carry four main fantastic boat lines: Bennington pontoons, Campion, Larson and Alumacraft fishing boats. Power choices include Yamaha outboards or MerCruiser and Volvo sterndrives. We have recently added the popular Yamaha Wave Runner to our line-up.

3613 County Rd 121, Kinmount www. walstenmarine.com

Egan Houseboat Rentals

The Egan family has been serving vacationers on the Trent for 40 years.

We have the largest rental houseboat fleet in Ontario. Our smaller style houseboats are designed for the Trent. You will appreciate their easy handling, maneuverable, stress free operation in the towns and locks.

The Egan family operates from their own marina in the heart of the Kawarthas.

23 Russell Dr, Omemee www.houseboat.on.ca

Weeds B Gone

Successfully clearing weeds from waterfronts across Canada for over two decades. Family owned and operated company specializing in the removal of muck, weeds, and algae from bodies of water across Canada. www.weedsbgone.com

Pond Perfections

Pond Aeration, Aquatic weed, and Pond Management Specialists.

“Professional Sludge Reduction Pellets” We see close to 400 ponds and waterways a year for the last 20+ years. www.pondperfections.com

Buckeye Marine

3396 County Rd 36, Bobcaygeon

Paris Marine Ltd

2980 Lakefield Rd, Peterborough

Happy Days Houseboat Rentals 5 Colony Rd, Bobcaygeon

Lakefield Marina 1 Water St, Lakefield

Town & Country Marine 2983 Buckhorn Rd, Lakefield

Buckhorn Yacht Harbour

Adam & Eve Road, Fire Route 25, Buckhorn

Peterborough Marina

92 George St N, Peterborough

Birch Point Marina

442 Kawartha Lakes County Rd 24, Bobcaygeon

McCrackens Landing

2281 McCracken's Landing Rd, Lakefield

Young's Point Marina

2121 Nathaway Dr, Youngs Point

Hastings Village Marina & Tourism Office 5 Dit Clapper Dr, Hastings

Crystal Lake Marina

25 W Clear Bay Rd, Kinmount

Kawartha Adventure Rentals Jet Ski Rentals 4791 Hwy 28, North Kawartha

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Golf & Country Clubs Peterborough Golf & Country Club

Wildfire Golf Club

Baxter Creek Golf Club

Katchiwano Golf & Country Club

Pine Crest Golf Club Ltd

Keystone Links Golf & Country Club

Bellmere Winds Golf Course

Kawartha Golf & Country Club

Quarry Golf Club

Bancroft Ridge Golf Club

Liftlock Golf Club

Six Foot Bay Resort & Golf Course

Haliburton Highlands Golf Club

Heron Landing Golf Club

Woodview Golf Course

Eganridge Resort, Golf Club & Spa

Golf course nestled along the historic Trent Canal waterway system is an inviting choice for all golfing abilities, with a very player friendly layout, and we offer a great variety of golfing memberships tailored to you or your families needs.

1030 Armour Road, Peterborough 705.743.5010 www.ptbogolf.com 777 Clonsilla Ave, Peterborough

2320 Ashburnham Dr, Peterborough 2361 Lansdowne St, Peterborough

2215 Wildfire Dr, Lakefield 1730 Youngs Point Rd, Lakefield

2402 Clifford Line, Peterborough 447 Tara Rd, Ennismore

52 Fire Rte 39, Buckhorn

65 Northeys Bay Rd, Woodview

1702 Cedar Valley Rd, Fraserville 2455 Base Line, Keene

1235 Villiers Line, Keene 30 Nicklaus Dr, Bancroft

3180 Kashagawigamog Lake Rd, Haliburton 26 Country Club Dr, Fenelon Falls

Arts, Trades, Antiques & Crafts Barn & Bunkie

A place to go for repurposed, reinvented, reclaimed items for your home and cottage.

7 May St, Fenelon Falls 705-887-0304

Grr8 Finds Markets

Rosey's Trading Post

1420 Mississauga St, Curve Lake

Legacy Vintage Building Materials & Antiques 540 Division St, Cobourg

Multi-Vendor gift ~ decor ~ antique ~ collectable market.

Large selection of unique products for those looking for original decor ideas and hard to find collectables.

Open 7 days a week. Come in and explore!

27 Colborne St, Fenelon Falls 705-887-4778

Oak Road Antiques Collectibles & Curiosities

CraftWorks and Antiques At The Barn

Smith’s Creek Antiques

124 Lindsay Rd, Selwyn

79 Front St E, Hastings

Cobourg Antique Marketplace 66 King St E, Cobourg

27 Walton St, Port Hope

East of Eden Antiques 6401 ON-28, Woodview

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Membership Has its Benefits at Peterborough Golf & Country Club

Peterborough Golf & Country Club is a Stanley Thompson premier private golf course and curling club. We are proud to have hosted many Provincial and National championships over our history. Our Club is an all-season member facility, providing brilliant recreational, dining, social and club experiences for our members and guests.

Members are encouraged to get involved in the Club, to volunteer, voice their opinion and be an integral part of the Club. Members have pride of belonging to this spectacular Club and in the use of its wonderful facilities.

Peterborough Golf & Country Club is a beautiful place to host a wedding or family event. Or just come and relax on our 8000 square foot upper patio overlooking our first tee and eighteenth green of our stunning private golf club.

We want to continue to be a recognized leader in the community by ensuring our facilities, our product offerings and our services meet and exceed the high quality expectations of our members and guests.

Peterborough Golf & Country Club 1030 Armour Road, Peterborough www.ptbogolf.com

We have onsite PGA of Canada Professionals to help you with any facet of your golf game. We offer a fully stocked Golf Shop with the latest in golf equipment and apparel.

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Dog Agility Look at the grins on each of their faces!

They love it!

Agility as a sport has been around since the mid-80’s. With each passing decade, the game has become faster and more challenging with an emphasis on FUN! I warn all of my students prior to starting this game with your dog that it is so addictive!

It’s why I own the business; to pay for my addiction! This game really builds the element of teamwork between the dog and handler. I think my favourite part of teaching a new team about the sport is when the dog completes an obstacle and looks back at their handler to "ask" what's next? That's the moment the dog has fallen in love with the game, and it inspires the owners to keep playing.

There are different games within the sport which offer challenges

to both the dog and the handlers. Each course can be made up of a series of jumps, tunnels, a teeter, A-Frame and weave poles.

The goal is to complete the course with no faults, and if you are a really serious competitor, the fastest time. Most of our students play for the fun of it. It's a great way to keep both physically and mentally active. I have a student who has been playing with us for over a decade with different dogs and she is in her late 80's. I keep telling her she is my hero. I want to be able to play with my dogs until my body won't let me.

Because agility is played with the dog off leash, it's a great way to build that off leash control that all of us dog owners crave. The dogs learn to work with you, not against you, and because of the bonding

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that naturally occurs through training, the dogs want to work for you. They learn that you are a lot of fun to be with.

The sport is demanding on a dog's body and mind. Therefore it's not just a great form of exercise but also a great source of mental stimulation. As you progress as a team, the dogs are required to learn to problem solve and make split second decisions that will benefit the team as a whole. Have a dog that's bored? Getting into mischief? Agility will solve a lot of those issues. What's nice is that any breed can play including mixes. Keep in mind though that some dogs physically aren't built to be agile but I do know of some Mastiffs and Great Danes that play. Recently we've had a beagle join the program. She is awesome.

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We've recently revamped our training program to allow puppies to start learning the game at a young age. We are still careful to protect young, soft joints, so we start the dogs using obstacles that you can find around your household. For example, empty water jugs to teach distance skills and collection cues, toilet plungers for "weave poles", broom handles for "jumps". You are limited only by your imagination.

Paus-n-Train offers agility classes year round.

Classes are 1 hour per week for 6 weeks with an after tax total of $152.55.

You can register online through our website at: www.paus-n-train.com.

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Showing Horses Competing with horses includes sacrifice. A friend and I have asked each other over the years, “Would we prefer to go on a vacation? Or attend this horse show?” The answer is: “The horse show.” Competition has changed since my friend and I started out.

There was a day, when competing at an American Quarter Horse show could exclude the entourage of trainer, the inclusion of 4-day camping fees, stall fees and large exhibitor fees. So why do we do it?

Competition motivates us to improve our horsemanship skills, thereby increasing the partnership we have with our horse and improving their ability to perform certain maneuvers. There are so many disciplines and levels within the spectrum of 'showing horses' that this editorial can only address a tiny sector. This is an attempt to explain the wonderful world of competition with horses.

to Lindsay Central Exhibition Grounds in 2019.

Spring Classic May 17-20; Summerama June 29-July 3; Summer Circuit August 9-11.

Be a horse show spectator and make a difference for someone!

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

Riders and their horse attend horse shows to showcase their partnership and ability to perform under pressure with others in their chosen discipline. Competition can be great for all ages, and my favourite shows have included both children and adults with big smiles and a lot of “try” as they compete! The partnership is what stands out; often the rider does not own the horse, or train the horse, but they ride the horse and they have a connection! Then there are those special cases where the owner, rider and trainer are all one! And that is a lucky horse.

My favourite memories of horse shows include shows (and there were many) my mother attended. She didn’t groom or ride or train, but she did offer the best loving support, sitting in her lawn chair and just watching.

Dedicating this to my mother “Leona (McLean) Wolfreys” (May 8, 1923 – December 27, 2018) A true horse show spectator and supporter of the sport!

Ontario Quarter Horse Association is bringing shows for the first time

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Adopt Some

Senior Love

Imagine sleeping in on a Saturday morning with a warm body curled up nearby emanating a musical masterpiece of soft snuffles and snores.

Or, a Sunday afternoon spent puttering around the garden while your sidekick soaks in the sunshine, content to leave her digging days behind. Truly, “age is a work of art.” Love and loss only strengthen the joyful spirits, dignity and timeless beauty of senior pets. For those of us who’ve adopted a senior, or enjoy the love of a senior pet, it is an amazing experience that can change our outlook and attitude towards life.

An unbreakable bond Forming a strong connection with a pet has little to do with the animal’s age at the time of adoption. Adult animals make trusting, loyal companions. Many seem to understand they’ve been given a special “second chance” and form extraordinary bonds with their new families. Senior pets often make ideal companions for seniors.

Adult animals are more likely to be calm, and more easily managed than younger pets. Families with children can also benefit from adopting a mature pet who interacts well with kids, especially if the children are too young to safely handle a younger pet. Puppies and kittens may nip and claw, which can frighten or injure children, and senior pets are often wonderful teachers of patience, gentleness and respect.

Add to their life – and yours! Adopting a senior not only adds years to your senior pet’s life – it adds years to your own! Studies show that companion animals help people live healthier, happier and longer lives. A senior pet’s joyful spirit, acceptance of limitations, and ability to live in each moment fully and completely with love and gratitude will make your own life that much sweeter.

Ready, set, adopt! Senior pets have much to offer, including plenty of love. Instead of passing by older pets at our adoption centres, take the time to stop and visit our golden oldies. You may discover that you need a special senior in your life as much as she needs you!

Emily Cook, Ontario SPCA www. ontariospca.ca

Old souls and young hearts Adult animals can be every bit as sweet, cute and playful as their younger counterparts who quickly leave behind their physical baby traits. While it’s hard to determine what kind of characteristics a puppy or kitten will develop, it is much easier for potential adopters to get a sense of a mature animal’s qualities – including size, temperament and personality. For many, busy schedules prevent them from being able to provide the kind of constant care that younger animals require.

Mature pets don’t need as much exercise and stimulation, and dogs are typically housetrained, past the destructive chewing phase, and familiar with basic requests (e.g. sit, down). Adult cats are more likely to be litter box trained.

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

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Dragonfly Snacks This is a fun little spring themed snack for kids to take in their lunches, or to take on a picnic; I’ve even seen them used as party favours.

All you need is a clothespin (we used wooden), a snack sized plastic zipper seal bag, glue, a pipe cleaner, paint or markers, small googly eyes and some snacks.

Fill half of the bag with one snack, and the other half with another – be sure to leave room to twist the bag in the centre.

Decorate your clothes pin with fun colours, stickers and sparkles work great too. Slide the centre of the pipe cleaner into the opening of the clothespin and twist together to make antennae; add eyes to the opening end of the clothespin.

When done decorating, clamp the clothespin over the twisted center of the snack bag. Voila! Dragonfly snacks to go.

Emily Ireland

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‘Summertime, and the Living is Easy’...

Summertime, are your children learning?

Most young people experience learning losses when they do not engage in educational activities during the summer break. According to the National Summer Learning Association (www.summerlearning.org), research spanning 100 years shows that students typically score lower on standardized tests at the end of summer vacation than they do on the same tests at the beginning of the summer.

Harris Cooper, professor at Duke University states, “We found that kids do forget over the summer. Across the board, all kids lose some math skills. …

We also found that summer learning programs have a significant positive effect.” His research showed that small, individualized programs with parental involvement were the most effective. Summer is a great time to learn, especially for the younger children, because it is a less stressful time where programs can be individualized.

What can parents do to improve their children’s reading abilities?

James Kim, assistant professor at Harvard University has studied this question. “We’ve learned that if you are trying to improve children’s reading abilities, you have to provide books that match the child’s reading level and interest and you have to know how to

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monitor comprehension”. Just providing books without guidance, especially for young readers, is not enough. “Reading is most effective when parents… can provide reading guidance and make sure that kids understand what they are reading. Reading can be both a solitary activity and a social activity that fosters learning and recreation.”

You need to ask questions about the story and encourage the child to ask questions. Repetition is very valuable to the child. Have them reread the story, especially the challenging passages. Discuss the story and ideas presented in the book. Ask your child to summarize and sequence the story.

These are a few of the relatively simple techniques that reading specialists use to increase fluency and comprehension.

Parents consistently cite summer as the most difficult time to ensure that their children have productive things to do. Dance and sports programs enhance body awareness and fitness. Why not include a summer learning program for your child this year and add brain fitness as well?

Brian Nashman, Director Scholars Education Centre, Peterborough

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Keeping the Shine on Your Golden Years in Fenelon Falls

Seniors: Living the Good Life in Cottage Country Whether cottage country has always been home, or you have chosen to trade the big city for a more relaxed, unhurried way of life, there is one thing you have in common with the rest of our growing senior population – a desire for retirement to be healthy, wholesome and fulfilling. You may be wondering how best to stay active and engaged.

Municipal swimming pools have swim and aquacise programs geared to seniors. Year-round and seasonal walking groups are available in many areas, and golf courses abound. Search out lawn bowling clubs and bowling alleys. There are countless opportunities – you only need look for them.

Seniors Clubs run by and for seniors in search of activity and socializing can be found in many communities. Jean Smith, president of the Senior Citizens’ Club of Fenelon Falls, took time out of her busy schedule to speak to us about what the club has to offer.

“We have SAGES (Safe And Gentle Exercise for Seniors) twice a week – it’s so important that we do what we can to stay limber, in order to help with balance, heart health and overall well-being,” she told us, adding “we also have line dancing and shuffleboard.”

Meals on Wheels, driving for Community Care or the Cancer Society, and helping at other local clubs and groups. Jean is a valued volunteer at the Fenelon Falls Legion and at her church.

Jean identifies the major challenges for rural seniors: limited shopping opportunities, affordable housing and transportation. The club has always been front and center when it comes to advocating for improvements in these areas. “It’s all about providing the best quality of life for the seniors in our community.”

The club’s membership of 105+ is supported by about 20 volunteers, all seniors themselves, and if volunteering is your thing, you would be welcomed with open arms. Jean says she got involved in the club in 2002. “I started playing cards there and began helping out. I just love people, and I can’t sit home and do nothing,” Jean told us.

And this busy lady shows no signs of slowing down yet – after all, she is only 89 years old.

The Senior Citizens’ Club of Fenelon Falls is located at 58 Murray Street, Fenelon Falls. Follow them on Facebook, call 705-887-7007.

“We offer much more to keep our seniors engaged. Socializing is a very important aspect to overall seniors’ health, and we have cards and bingo on a regular basis. These are a great reason for folks to get out of the house and meet people,” she explained.

The club provides monthly lunches through Community Care and hosts fundraising events such as garage sales, bake sales and concerts.

They also give back to the community, including providing financial support for the Langton Public School Breakfast program, and hosting Breakfast With Santa for over 200 children at this annual kick-off to Santa Day. Many of the club’s members also volunteer their time to programs like

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Recipes LAYERED SPINACH SALAD Ingredients & Amounts For the Dressing: ¼ cup of low fat sour cream ¼ cup of mayonnaise

For the Salad:

1 clove of garlic, finely minced

2 cups of baby spinach leaves,

2 tablespoons of honey

washed and dried

Juice of half a lemon

1 cup of microgreens

1 tablespoon of poppy seeds

1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved

Kosher salt to taste

2 extra-large eggs, hardboiled and sliced

2% milk, enough to thin out the dressing

4 rashers of bacon, cooked and chopped

Instructions 1. Prepare the dressing: Place the sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic, honey, lemon juice and poppy seeds into a small bowl and whisk together until smooth. Adjust flavour with salt. Adjust thickness by adding milk, about 1 tablespoon at a time. Transfer dressing into a squeeze bottle for ease of application.

2. Prepare salad: Begin layering salad ingredients into a plate or flat-bottomed bowl starting with the spinach. Add a small handful of microgreens, a few cherry tomato halves, some egg and a sprinkle of bacon.

Drizzle with a tiny bit of the dressing. Repeat process two additional times.

3. Garnish the salad with a bit of black pepper if you wish and serve immediately. Present additional dressing on the side, if desired.

SOUR CREAM COFFEE CAKE Instructions 1. Preheat oven to 325°F with the rack in the middle position.

Lightly grease a bundt pan with butter and set aside.

2. Sift together flour, baking powder and baking soda and set aside.

Place all of the topping ingredients into a separate small bowl, toss together and set aside.

3. Cream butter and sugar in a medium-sized bowl using a hand mixer until light and fluffy. Add the eggs and vanilla extract and beat on medium until incorporated. Alternate adding thirds of the flour mixture and sour cream into the egg and butter mix. Combine well.

Ingredients & Amounts For Cake: 1¾ cups of flour 1½ teaspoons of baking powder 1 teaspoon of baking soda ½ cup of butter, room temperature 1 cup of sugar 2 eggs, room temperature 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract 1 cup of sour cream

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For the Topping: 1 cup of semi-sweet premium chocolate chips ¼ cup of shredded, unsweetened coconut ¼ cup of brown sugar 1 teaspoon of cinnamon

4. Spoon a third of the batter into the Bundt pan and use a spatula to distribute it evenly. Sprinkle with a third of the topping. Repeat this process two more times, finishing with the topping. Tap the Bundt pan on the counter a few times to release any bubbles.

5. Transfer to oven and bake for 50 minutes, or until a cake tester comes away clean. Leave cake in pan and place onto a wire rack to cool.

After 15 minutes, invert the pan onto a presentation plate, and carefully release the cake. Allow to cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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Kick Off the Start of Summer with the Kawartha Chamber Summer in the Kawarthas is one of our favourite times of the year – the area is bustling with visitors and residents alike and there are so many great events taking place! Before we get in summer mode, we have two great events planned.

You won’t want to miss them – they’re the last events we have planned until September. During July & August, we support community events in the area – connecting with our members and the community, and strengthening tourism in the Kawarthas.

The first event we have planned in May is a Business Owners Sharing Solutions (B.O.S.S) panel discussion on Cyber Security. The event is on Wednesday, May 15th at Beachwood Resort (3043 Beachwood Drive) from 7:30-9:00am. At the start of the year, we asked our members which professional development topics they would like to see our B.O.S.S panels discuss, and one of the most popular topics was cyber security. With cybercrime emerging as a big threat to small business, it’ll be a great session for small business owners to attend, both Chamber Members and non-Chamber Members alike. Our panel will focus on cyber security concerns specific to small business, such as website security, email and telephone scams, and online banking security.

Then, to kick off the start of summer, we’re hosting a Business After Hours: Stoney Lake Boat Cruise with Stoney Lake Cruises (610 Mt. Julian-Viamede Road) in June! The cruise is on Wednesday, June 19th from 5-7pm. Refreshments will be provided by Burleigh Falls Inn. We begin boarding at 4:30pm. The boat departs at 5:00pm sharp.

To register or view pricing for these events, visit KawarthaChamber.ca/Events or call 705-652-6963.

Thanks to our Professional Development Sponsor, Lynn Woodcroft, Sale Rep., Royal LePage Frank Real Estate and our Networking Event Sponsor, Blue Diamond Window Cleaning.

Congratulation to Kelli & the Staff at the Lock Stop Café on their First Anniversary!

Your Local Meeting Place - Lock Stop Café is a friendly neighbourhood Specialty Coffee House and Café located on Lakehurst Road in Buckhorn. A community café where locals and guests can sit, visit and enjoy great coffee, homemade food and conversation.

Sourced locally to bring you fresh, seasonal product and most importantly Ethically traded, locally roasted coffee. ​In addition to their food and beverage offerings, Lock Stop features a pop-up "Market" to shop product from local Artisans. Centrally located space is available to host small events and meetings. Stop in for a visit and enjoy the beauty of the Kawarthas.

Havelock Metal Moves to Peterborough Havelock Metal recently moved to 901 Major Bennett Drive in Peterborough, after outgrowing their Havelock location of 20 years. Owners Todd and Jennifer Lawson specialize in steel roofing, siding, trim and accessories for residential, commercial and agriculture applications. Havelock Metal regularly gives back to the community in many ways, including Habitat for Humanity, and their annual “We’ve Got You Covered” contest.

They are also proud suppliers for the new Hospice building. Havelockmetal.com

Molly Conlin Design & Drafting Molly Conlin is passionate about designing spaces that are both functional and beautiful. With her new architectural design firm opening full time in May 2019, Molly Conlin Design & Drafting can help you navigate your project start to finish - from building permits to providing creative designs for your new home, renovations, addition, or small commercial project. Molly is a BCIN qualified designer and is based in Douro.

Cuddles For Cancer UK TRIP Four members of the Cuddles for Cancer Youth Council will be visiting England & Scotland this July, delivering their signature Cuddle blankets to three hospitals (GOSH Children’s Hospital, Evelina Children’s Hospital, both in London & the Edinburgh Children’s Hospital in Scotland). The youth also have plans to visit the Diana Award team, participate in events, meet with global partners and proceed with plans to open a Cuddles for Cancer branch in the UK. Faith Dickinson is a Grade 11 student at Lakefield College School. Faith created Cuddles for Cancer seven years ago. To date, over 4,000 Cuddle blankets have been made and sent to thirty five countries around the world. The Cuddles for Cancer Youth Council was established last October and includes ten students from the GTA, Lakefield & Peterborough (ages range from 12-18).

Natel Ginter is a 12-year-old, grade 7 student from Oshawa Ontario.

Ivy Foster is a grade 11 student who attends St. Peter CSS. S Brianna White is a grade 11 student who attends St. Peter Secondary School and lives in Bridgenorth.

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Two Friends,

One Inspired Dream Nearly six years ago, I started as an esthetician at the massage clinic in Bridgenorth where Sue was working. Our connection was instant. We had both attended Fleming College as mature students, and were working moms with teenagers.

We had similar views on health and wellness, continuing education, client care, and shared interests outside of work.

Over the years we have grown into close friends, often dreaming together of the kind of health and wellness facility we would love to create. A place that exudes calmness, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere – where clients can fully relax and enjoy a variety of treatments with a personal touch. A place that offers a full range of therapeutic and spa services, from Registered Massage Therapy, Bowen and Shock Wave Therapy to Pedicures, Reflexology, Microdermabrasion, Facial AcuZone Reflexology (FAZR), and more. A space that inspires health and wellness on multiple levels.

Well, the time for that dream to become reality is here.

With the help and support of our family, friends and clients, we have recently moved to a new location, 1467 Chemong Rd., at

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Chemong RV, under the new name Inspired Health and Wellness.

We are excited to be taking this step towards our vision, and we welcome clients, new and old, to check out our new place.

(Please note: enter the gates at Chemong RV and you can park right in front of our little yellow building.)

So many exciting things are happening! Aside from setting up the physical space, we have plans to expand our essential oils and offer yoga classes, beginning this summer. We are developing signage, and a new website is under construction: www.inspiredhealthandwellness.ca. Social media will follow.

Our contact information remains the same: Sue Nott, RMT, Bowen Practitioner (705) 313-0536.

Julie Humphries, Esthetician, Reflexologist (705) 927-5499.

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First Home It is comforting when I meet with younger Canadians who have not fallen into the debt trap and are starting to build their financial futures on a foundation of sound saving. For most of them, the early years of their careers will be spent examining where they will live and they are naturally drawn to buying a home. True, this has become much more challenging given the spike in home prices in recent years, yet home ownership is still achievable provided they keep an eye on affordability. The questions I often hear from these young savers is how to plan towards the time when they will put their down payment on the table?

The first step is to determine how best to save for this event. That will key off the amount of time between now and the home purchase.

A short time frame will argue in favour of a near zero-risk strategy (such as a savings account, or GICs and other lower risk fixed income investments). A longer time horizon may allow for slightly more risk to be introduced, such as large cap equities. Where these investments are held will also be an important decision. While a bank account or straight GICs might seem simple, there will be tax implications from the interest earned, whereas if this money were

held in a Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA), the tax issues disappear and the individual still has the flexibility of drawing out the required down payment whenever they choose.

Another option is to use the funds in a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP), under the first-time home buyer’s program.

While some younger Canadians struggle with the decision of saving in an RRSP versus putting money aside for a down payment, they can indeed do both and get the immediate tax benefits of making contributions to the RRSP while they wait for the big day. Of course, any money taken out of the RRSP for a home purchase has to be repaid, but it is still a useful option.

At the end of the day, the most important thing for young Canadians to remember is to lay out a comprehensive financial plan that incorporates all of the options discussed.

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

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Local Kawartha Made Must Haves Whether it be for home or cottage, these handcrafted products feature local Kawartha talent and a whole lot of Canadiana flare.

Kawartha General Store All of their items can be purchased online, and a portion of every sale goes to the Kawartha Land Trust as a way to help protect the land that they celebrate in their product line. Featured Here: Kawartha Camping Enamel Mug $19.99, Kawartha Shield Leather Notebook $19.99, Kawartha Green Unisex Tee $29.99.

Where to buy: www.kawarthageneralstore.com

The Kawartha Sign & Pillow Co. A Kawartha based company that focuses on designing and making all their products in the Kawartha Lakes. They specialize in custom made lake signs and pillows, along with hundreds of other designs to suit your style. Featured Here: Silhouette Lake Sign $34 (local), Lake Silhouette Pillow $40 (local). Where to buy: Houghton Creek in Lindsay and Fenelon Falls, North 65 in Bobcaygeon and Southern Comfort in Lindsay or order online at www.kawarthasignandpillow.com Wandering Tree Co. Rainy days do happen, and little cottagers can stay busy as the thunder storms roll in with this perfect assortment of trees and Canadian animals. Made from local hardwoods and finished with an all natural, food safe hemp oil and/or mineral paint.

Each tree and creature is perfect for little ones to practice their fine motor skills as they build a Canadian forest for their creatures to wander in. Featured Here: Forest Creatures, Woodland Trees and a Dinosaur $75.

Where to buy: www.wanderingtree.ca

Sweet Green Studios Sweet Green Studios Beeswax Food Wraps are a Canadian, handmade alternative to plastic wrap. This reusable and biodegradable wrap is a natural way of storing food that keeps it fresher for longer. Saving plastic and helping the environment is as easy as moulding the wrap around your food or bowl, wiping it clean with a damp cloth to reuse, and thanking the bees. And to top it all off, the exclusive floral pattern is extra Canadian - the flowers are maker, Sarah's, own design based off the provincial flowers.

Featured Here: 10 x 10 inch Pack – 3 Wraps - $25.

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EVENTS MAY 16 - SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

CRUISE NIGHT AT CRAFTWORKS AT THE BARN When: Every Thursday from 5:00PM - 9:00PM Where: Craftworks at the Barn, 124 Lindsay Rd., Selwyn www.peterboroughcraftworks.ca/pages/cruise-nights

MAY 25, 2019 BOBCAYGEON PET VALU WALK FOR DOG GUIDES When: 9:00AM - 12:00PM Where: Bobcaygeon Lions Club, 55 Main St. www.walkfordogguides.com/locations

HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY PLANT SALE When: 10:00AM - 4:00PM Where: Maryboro Lodge: The Fenelon Museum, 50 Oak St. www.maryboro.ca

THE P(ART)Y BALL When: 8:00PM - 10:00PM Where: Market Hall Performing Arts Centre, 140 Charlotte St., 3rd Floor, Peterborough. www.markethall.org

MAY 25 - 26, 2019 WARKWORTH LILAC FESTIVAL When: 9:00AM - 4:00PM Where: Warkworth www.warkworthlilacfestival.ca

TASTE OF DOWNTOWN When: 11:00AM - 5:00PM Where: Charlotte St., Peterborough www.downtownptbo.ca/event/taste-of-downtown-2019

JUNE 7, 2019 DREAMCATCHER WORKSHOP When: 1:00PM - 4:00PM Where: Whetung Ojibwa Centre, 875 Mississauga St, Curve Lake. www.whetung.com

JUNE 8, 2019 MAKE A PAIR OF SUMMER MOCCASINS When: 9:00AM - 5:00PM Where: Canadian Canoe Museum, 910 Monaghan Rd.

MAY 31, 2019 POTTERY DATE NIGHT When: 7:00PM - 9:30PM Where: Art School of Peterborough, 178A Charlotte St. www.artschoolptbo.org

JUNE 1, 2019 10TH ANNUAL RIVERVIEW PARK & ZOO FUN RUN AND WALK When: 9:00AM - 12:00PM Where: Riverview Park and Zoo, 1230 Water St., Peterborough.

KAWARTHA YARN & FIBRE FESTIVAL When: 9:30AM - 4:30PM Where: Fenelon Falls Community Centre, 27 Veterans Way. www.kyaff.ca THE FAIRY AND DRAGON FESTIVAL When: 10:00AM - 4:00PM Where: Isabel Morris Park, 20 Concession St., Lakefield. www.celticconnection.ca SHEEP TO WARM WOOLIES When: 10:00AM - 5:00PM Where: Maryboro Lodge: The Fenelon Museum, 50 Oak St.

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Senior's Month in Ontario

JUNE

Thyroid Month in Canada

JUNE 2

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JUNE 16, 2019

CONSTRUCTION SKILLS FOR WOMEN When: 9:00AM - 4:30PM (4 weekends) Where: The Endeavour Centre, 910 High St., Unit 14, Peterborough. www.endeavourcentre.org

23RD ANNUAL FATHER’S DAY SMOKE & STEAM SHOW When: 10:00AM - 4:00PM Where: Lang Pioneer Village, 104 Lang Rd., Keene. www.langpioneervillage.ca

JUNE 9, 2019 SETTLERS' DAY Where: Kawartha Settlers’ Village, 85 Dunn St, Bobcaygeon. www.settlersvillage.org

JUNE 20, 2019

JULY 1, 2019

GREEK FESTIVAL OF PETERBOROUGH When: 12:00PM - 5:00PM Where: Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 406 Park Hill Rd. E.

EDUCATIONAL POW WOW When: 10:00AM - 2:30PM Where: Whetung Ojibwa Centre, 875 Mississauga St, Curve Lake. www.whetung.com

JUNE 13, 2019

JUNE 22, 2019

LAKEFIELD FAMILY PADDLE DAY When: 5:30PM - 7:00PM Where: Lakefield Beach, 64 Hague Blvd., Lakefield. www.lakefieldtrail.ca

BIRD WATCHING When: 9:00AM - 11:00AM Where: Ferris Provincial Park, 474 County Road 8, Campbellford.

JUNE 23, 2019

JUNE 14 - 15, 2019 5TH ANNUAL KAWARTHA CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL Where: Del Crary Park, 2 George St., N., Peterborough. www.kawarthacraftbeerfestival.com

JUNE 15, 2019

PRIMROSE DONKEY SANCTUARY PRESENTSDESSERTS & TEA When: 1:00PM - 4:00PM Where: PrimRose Donkey Sanctuary, 1296 Bowmanton Rd., Roseneath. www.primrosedonkeysanctuary.com

JULY 6, 2019

LEARN THE BASICS OF WOODBURNING When: 10:00AM - 5:00PM Where: Canadian Canoe Museum, 910 Monaghan Rd. www.canoemuseum.ca HIGHLANDS FOOD & BEVERAGE SHOWCASE When: 11:00AM - 4:00PM Where: Wintergreen Maple Products & Pancake Barn, Home Of The Grill Thrillers, 3325 Gelert Rd., Minden. www.facebook.com/events/362702477789792/

LAKEFIELD JAZZ, ART & CRAFT FESTIVAL When: 10:00AM - 10:00PM Where: Isabel Morris Park, 20 Concession St., Lakefield. www.lakefieldjazzfest.ca VILLAGE BY LANTERN LIGHT When: 7:00PM - 10:00PM Where: Lang Pioneer Village, 104 Lang Rd., Keene. www.langpioneervillage.ca

JUNE 15 - 16, 2019

JULY 13, 2019

2019 KAWARTHA ANTIQUE POWER SHOW When: 7:30AM - 5:00PM Where: Lindsay Exhibition Fairgrounds, 354 Angeline St. S. www.kawarthaantiquepower.com

CRASH TEST DUMMIES When: 8:00PM Where: Del Crary Park, 100 George St. N., Peterborough. www.ptbomusicfest.ca

EASTERN ONTARIO ADVENTURE RALLY

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NORWOOD COUNTRY JAMBOREE When: July 18 - 21, 2019 Where: Norwood Fair Grounds, 48 Alma St, Norwood www.norwoodcountryjamboree.co m

MULTICULTURAL CANADA DAY 2019 When: 10:00AM - 3:30PM Where: Del Crary Park, 2 George St., N., Peterborough. www.nccpeterborough.ca DROP IN: CANADA DAY SUN CATCHERS When: 10:30AM - 4:00PM Where: The Canadian Canoe Museum, 910 Monaghan Rd. www.canoemuseum.ca CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS AT THE BCC When: 12:00PM - 12:00AM Where: Buckhorn Community Centre, 1782 Lakehurst Rd. www.buckhorncommunitycentre.com CANADA DAY When: 4:00PM - 10:00PM Where: Wilson Fields, 235 Colborne St., W., Lindsay. www.lindsaycanadaday.com CANADA DAY BOBCAYGEON Where: Bobcaygeon Community Center/Fair Grounds, 51 Mansfield Dr., Bobcaygeon. www.canadadaybobcaygeon.com CANADA DAY Where: Garnet Graham Beach Park, Fenelon Falls www.explorefenelonfalls.com CANADA DAY When: 8:00AM - 1:00PM Where: Old Mill Park, 51 Grand Rd., Campbellford. www.visittrenthills.ca/canada-day CANADA DAY When: 11:00AM - 3:00PM Where: Centennial Mill Creek Pond Park. www.visittrenthills.ca/canada-day CANADA DAY When: 10:00AM - Dusk Where: Banks of Trent River. www.visittrenthills.ca/canada-day

EARLYON DISCOVERY WALKS When: Wednesday Mornings in June.

9:00AM - 12:00PM Where: Maryboro Lodge: The Fenelon Museum, 50 Oak St., Fenelon Falls www.maryboro.ca

THE WILLOW SPRING ARTISAN SHOW When: May 5, 10:30AM - 3:00PM Where: St. Joseph Parish Hall, County Road 8, Douro www.facebook.com/ events/1977628528981232

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Buzz Off Mike Dunlop invented the Dragonfly Wingman, an eco-friendly alternative to the arm-flailing method of shooing away deer & horseflies.

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