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CONTENTS SUMMER 2019

Page 57 FEATURES 08 Lakeside Dining with a Twist

Hobart's Lighthouse 11 Floating Bunkies

Gordon's Bobcaygeon Holiday Rentals 13 Raising Country Kids 14 Sailing Stoney Lake

The Spirit of the Kawarthas Bigley's Photo from L to R: Jane Ulrich, Carol Kimmerly, Karen Banelopoulos, Heather Atherton

16 60th Anniversary

Otonabee Conservation 25 A Major Ontario Attraction

Lockside Trading Company 26 Lifestyle Living

Triple T Holdings 30 The Future of Fishing

Pro Angler Mike Williams

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32 The Art of Garden Ornamentation

Joanne Clark 33 Those Were The Days "Summer's Last Hurrah"

Russ Sanders 35 It's the Little Things

Cottage Living with Dani

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37 Haven on the Trent

The Perfect Setting for Peaceful Living 39 Steamboats Arrive in the Kawarthas

The Peterborough Museum 41 Summer Garden Spruce Up

Contracting Work - You Need It Done Right 43 Recipes

Weekend at the Cottage 44 Hot List of Attractions & Destinations 47 Kawartha Downs Harse Racing 52 Daytripping - Destination Fenelon Falls

ON THE COVER Bigley Shoes and Clothing

Bigley Shoes & Clothing, Bigley's Beach House, Bigley's Little Shoppe, & Bigley's Cottage Kitchen 39 Bolton St, Bobcaygeon www.bigleyshoes.com

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55 Juniper Island Art Festival 59 Lakefield Animal Welfare Society 66 Events in Cottage Country

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Our first Cottage Lifestyle Show in Lakefield was a Huge Success - Thank You!

ENJOY YOUR SUMMER! Summer is here, and ushered in with the beautiful weather is a feeling we have all been waiting for – like a deep breath, Summer brings with it freedom and peace all Canadians look forward to year after year.

Here at Your Cottage Country Lifestyle Magazine we have a lot to be thankful for.

This year brings with it a whirlwind of change; a rebranding, and much growth. Our first Cottage Lifestyle Show was a huge success, and we want to thank each and every supporter from vendor to visitor for believing in our team in this new venture.

We look forward to supporting our local, thriving business community month after month, and year after year; after all, businesses supporting businesses offers success for all.

Each of our employees, straight from owner/publisher to sales and beyond, are local to Cottage Country. Comprised of people who live and breathe the lakes and countryside of the area, our team shows we take great pride in keeping this free publication one-of-a-kind.

We hope you enjoy this issue of Cottage Country Magazine, whether you read while relaxing on the dock, or cozy and snuggled up, there is a little something for everyone. Filled with community oriented information as well as interesting and informative content we aim to welcome visitors to our gorgeous region, and showcase the ‘good news’ happening in our community. So kick off your shoes, put your feet up, and relax – it’s Summer in Cottage Country!

Don’t forget, we have paired with Egan Houseboats and together we are giving away a 3 night Egan Houseboat Rental - be sure to check out the Cottage Country Magazine Facebook page for more details.

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Call Yourself Captain with Egan Houseboats

Egan Houseboats has been so generous this year, partnering with Cottage Country Lifestyle Magazine to offer one lucky reader the chance to experience houseboating for themselves!

need to plan accommodations each night; like a turtle, you travel with your home when you have a houseboat! Enjoy the scenery as you tour in search of the perfect secluded bay for private relaxation.

Egan Houseboat Rentals have the largest rental houseboat fleet in Ontario and their smaller style houseboats are designed for the Trent Severn Waterway. Easy handling, maneuverability and stressfree operation makes them an easy choice for a family getaway.

When you are the captain you choose your destination each day.

Cruise westward to Lake Simcoe or east to Peterborough and see their famous Lift Lock. Drop anchor and stay in a favourite fishing spot. Choices like these are what separates using a houseboat from any other type of vacation – the freedom to choose your pace, to go where you want, when you want, and just relax, knowing you have all the comforts of a cottage along with you.

Close your eyes and picture this: warm sun on your face, birds singing in the distance, a breeze rustles the trees nearby and the waves lap gently; as evening falls you hear a loon call in the distance – this is houseboating.

The Trent-Severn offers 386 kilometres of canal, connecting Lake Ontario at Trenton to Lake Huron at Port Severn. As you travel from lake to lake, you will pass through small historic towns - each diverse and so full of charm that your heart and spirit will fill with a warmth only Cottage Country has to offer. Beautifully maintained parks greet you at each lock and there are restaurants, bars, antique shops, bakeries, ice cream stores, shopping and spas to pique your interest.

Each night you choose between staying in one of these charming towns or finding a quiet bay nearby to watch the stars.

Combining the rewards of cottage living and the adventure of travel, a houseboat permits you to explore a different locale each day. No

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Egan Houseboat Rentals is a small family-run business which operates from their marina in the heart of the Kawarthas – the most popular region on the Trent Severn Waterway. An Egan houseboat can accommodate one to three couples or one to two small families depending on the size of boat chosen (40' or 32'). Book with a group of friends, or make it a memorable family retreat.

Have you entered for a chance to win an incredible stay on an Egan Houseboat yet? Don’t want to take your chances? Book with Egan Houseboats now to snag one of their available boats and have the time of your life with Egan Houseboats this summer!

Egan Houseboat Rentals www.houseboat.on.ca 1-800-720-3426

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Summer brings with it a feeling of freedom - days spent exploring, delicious meals eaten under the warm sun, drinks enjoyed amidst the sounds of laughter and friendly conversation. Cruises, whether by boat or by car, are always best when they deliver you to a lakeside patio.

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Hobart's Lighthouse, cultivated from a craving to try something completely different, showcases a talented team who can adapt their combined philosophy to any concept.

Aiming to shake up the traditional, Hobart’s Lighthouse offers a completely different lakeside casual dining atmosphere. What makes the Hobart’s experience different, you ask? Well, like all of us, the team behind the scenes enjoys lakeside drinks savoured amongst friends, served alongside sensational food that makes you - and your taste buds - smile! The Hobart’s crew has taken their best memories of good times, and transported them to Hobart’s Lighthouse just for you.

Featured beverages inspired by the best dockside memories showcase favourites like their Blackberry Vodka Sangria, Fire Cracker Shrimp Caesar and the Raspberry Smash Mojito.

Uniquely creative weekend food and beverage features will make your taste buds dance. Think well-known favourites offered with a distinctive lakeside twist; these specials also offer a chance for the team to showcase their originality.

Chef Scott Hudson prides himself on providing an upscale experience while maintaining the humble table which, throughout his career, guides his creativity.

choose, whether for brunch, lunch or dinner.

Hobart's takes great pride in being different, and providing unparalleled, top-notch service. Their ultimate goal is to create an evolving, customer-centric community where all are welcome locals, cottagers and visitors alike.

Easily reached by land or water, Hobart’s Lighthouse is a part of Harbour Town McCracken’s Landing, located on beautiful Stony Lake. You will find 76 docking slips and many features including parking, free WI-FI, 2 electric vehicle charging stations, boat launch, and boat slips - including 52' reserved for overnight boaters.

Namesake Dr. Hobart F. Peters, an agrarian researcher with a passion for helping rural communities improve farming practices, was committed to serving communities. His drive for excellence provides an exceptional base for a genuine spirit of hospitality which guides the Hobart’s vision to this day.

Outstanding food, inviting atmosphere and uncompromising service - Hobart’s Lighthouse.

2281 McCracken’s Landing Rd., Lakefield 705 652 0557 www.hobartslighthouse.ca

Wesley Found, Hobart's General Manager says: ‘Our success depends on ensuring we provide a welcoming and exciting place for the surrounding community. Our place should feel like their place. As such, it is important to hear what guests want. We listen, we plan and we adapt. It’s the only philosophy that leads to success.’

With this philosophy they have created a menu which guarantees any palate or occasion has a variety of options from which to

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Get to Know Your Water “What’s in my water?” This is a question we at McLeod’s get a lot. In the Kawarthas and surrounding areas, the main issues are hard water, iron and sulphur (rotten egg smell). Iron and Sulphur are fairly easy to treat with either an air injection system, or by using a stronger oxidant like ozone, chlorine or peroxide.

Hard water contains dissolved calcium and magnesium, which deposits onto fixtures and appliances as a white scale buildup. A water softener will greatly improve this, exchanging the calcium and magnesium for sodium in the resin bed.

This resin bed is cleaned or regenerated by a brine solution.

Some people believe that water softeners put extra salt into your drinking water.

While it is true that a marginal amount of sodium is added, it is not enough to be noticeable. For example if your water is 20 grains hard, there is no more salt added to your diet than you would consume in a slice of bread. If you are tasting salt in your water, it could mean that your water’s natural sodium levels are high.

A high efficiency water softener measures the amount of water used, and only regenerates as required. These units learn the history of your water usage, and anticipate future usage to determine when regeneration should occur. This not only saves on water and salt cost, but ensures a continuous supply of soft water.

Have your water tested by a water quality expert. Once you know what is in your water, they can help you get the right equipment, ensuring high quality, good tasting water.

Submitted by: Rowan Fleming - owner of McLeod’s EcoWater 1-855-625-3637 (855-MCLEODS) info@mcleodsecowater.com www.mcleodsecowater.com

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Floating Bunkies

Are you looking for a new and different holiday accommodation experience? Gordon’s Bobcaygeon Holiday Rentals has raised the bar, with their new floating bunkies.

Described by Transport Canada as a “nonpropulsion vessel”, these bunkies were designed and built under license to marine standards within Gordon Yacht Harbour Marina. The Marina, the 2nd oldest in Ontario, has a history of boat building going back to 1886, including manufacturing lifeboats for the Canadian Navy. The bunkie units are moored within adjoining slips at the Marina.

With 550 square feet (51 square metres) of living space floating on the water, each beautifully appointed unit sleeps 5 people on two floors, features up and down washrooms, satellite TV and fireplace. When you step through the door your eye will be drawn past the full kitchen and spacious, comfortable living area to the stunning view of the river.

and each bunkie is tastefully decorated with its own unique cottage life vibe.

In case life on the water isn’t for you, Gordon’s Bobcaygeon Holiday Rentals can also offer you a log cabin built circa 1890 and fully restored in 2004, and a twobedroom cottage with outdoor gazebo and space for the children to play. All the accommodations are within an easy walk to downtown Bobcaygeon’s unique shopping and dining district.

For more information on a vacation to remember, check out www.gordonsbobcaygeon.com, email gordonsbobcaygeon@gmail.com, call 705-731-9446, or visit them at 81 Front St. E., Bobcaygeon ON.

As you step through the sliding glass doors onto the patio it hits you – you are, literally, on the water. Coming back inside, you’ll see the stairs leading to the upper level, which also enjoys a view of the water. The patio and swim platform at the stern provide access to watercraft and fishing. A personal BBQ and picnic table are provided on land at the boat entrance.

There are six units available on Jelly Bean Row - red, grey, blue, yellow, brown and green –

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Raising Country Kids Thoughts of living ‘in the country’ often conjure images of total isolation, being forced to travel long distances to find even so much as a grocery store, let alone a large department store.

Our 'Cottage Country', defined as the area in which we distribute our magazine, is the stunning region extending from Peterborough up to Haliburton, and from Campbellford across to Fenelon Falls.

Each community within that area is within a reasonable distance of bigger cities, which means minimal travel time, and scenic drives.

With many communities available to call home - from cities and larger towns to tiny hamlets and small townships – you have the freedom to enjoy as much, or as little, of the country lifestyle as you wish. We truly do have the best of both worlds.

Parents may choose from Public, Catholic, or French School Boards, and for further education, the prestigious Trent University and the highly respected Sir Sandford Fleming College.

The City of Peterborough boasts many conveniences, a thriving downtown, a lively entertainment district, and beautiful walking trails. Imagine leaving work in the city centre at 5pm and being on the water kayaking by 5:30pm. Where else can you leave the city centre and, literally within minutes, be surrounded by nature?

With excellent indoor fitness and recreational facilities you can stay active; Peterborough is home to the YMCA and the Peterborough

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Sport & Wellness Centre, as well as many beautiful parks and beaches.

Looking for Summer Camp? The award-winning Summer Discovery Day Camp program, hosted by the Peterborough Museum, offers week-long themed camps for kids aged 7–11. The Museum also hosts the Junior Discovery program, for 4-6 year-olds.

Only 30 minutes away, on beautiful Clear Lake, is award-winning Camp Kawartha Outdoor Education Centre, offering camps for kids in kindergarten all the way up to leadership camps for teenagers with both day camps and overnight camps. Camp Kawartha Environment Centre, housed in one of Canada’s most sustainable buildings, located on Trent University’s wildlife sanctuary lands, also offers day camps and class trips, too.

Locals and visitors alike are spoiled with year-round festivals, concerts, museums, theatres and art festivals. Farmers markets, bistros, bakeries, cinemas, art galleries and theatres are also a loved, local pastime. Outdoor enthusiasts revel in camping, boating, fishing, golfing or simply exploring nature in the beautiful countryside.

With striking green space, and access to a culturally diverse community, rich in both arts, entertainment, and adventure, Cottage Country truly has something for kids (and adults) of all ages, whether you are a city-lover or a nature-lover - or somewhere in between.

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Sailing Stoney Lake

with The Spirit of the Kawarthas

Commencing service in 1883, The Stoney Lake Navigation Company was established by P.P. Young with a 75-foot steamship named Fairy.

The formation of the Navigation Company greatly spurred further development and prior to the establishment of steamer service, people were forced to travel by canoe, or rowboat. For years, steam ships were the only way to reach communities and resorts surrounding the lakes - Inns such as the Mt. Julian (1874) started to thrive when steamships arrived.

With the advent of the car and road systems a death blow was dealt to the once busy steamship service, and they ceased operations in 1935.

Many navigation companies hung on by offering excursion cruises, but it just wasn’t enough.

During the war years there was no time for vacations or frivolous excursions - but as the war ended, the sightseeing tour-boat

business began to flourish. Canada's first truly modern sightseeing boat was the brain child of Paul Duhamel, and was built and launched at Wheatley, ON in 1961. The design became immensely popular, and in 1963 the second ship was built - the Miss Muskoka, which eventually became The Kawartha Spirit, owned and operated by Captain Randy "Old Pops" Hinton.

There’s an Old Boy’s Club in the tour-boat business, and strangely, Captain Bill Thomson and Captain Randy “Old Pops” Hinton didn’t meet until March 2017; immediately the two became fast friends. Upon hearing the story of the Kawartha Spirit Bill (aka Captain Billiam Bligh) almost immediately decided to pick up where Captain Randy left off.

The Spirit of the Kawarthas of today is a slightly newer, upgraded version of the Kawartha Spirit.

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The Spirit of the Kawarthas was built and launched in 1969; one of four built for a development on Peche Island. Unfortunately the project went bankrupt, and the ship was purchased by the Bob Lo Island Amusement Park; briefly being used as a passenger ferry between Amherstburg, ON and the Amusement Park and eventually being transferred to the Park’s American operating arm, and renamed Friendship. Bob Lo went bankrupt in 1993, and the ship was then purchased from the park by Portofino Restaurant and Banquet Center.

Stoney Lake Cruises acquired the ship in November 2018 and she was delivered to Westport Marina in LaSalle, ON on December 14th, 2018. The ship was renamed The Spirit of the Kawarthas, and for the first time in 50 years, she left the Detroit River for the shipyard where she was built; Hike Metal Products. There she was dry docked for Transport Canada's inspection. Due to the fact that she was a Canadian vessel returning to Canada, she was required to meet/ exceed 2018 passenger vessel standards. Over the course

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of 6 weeks, extensive upgrades and improvements were made. The ship departed May 25th 2019 for a 14 day, repositioning voyage to Kawartha Lakes Marine in Bobcaygeon, for finishing touches.

Stoney Lake Cruises Ltd. currently offers a sailing schedule with something for everyone. On Wednesdays you can enjoy a Wine Pairing Cruise. Saturdays feature two cruises. At 11am the Stoney Lake Pirates head out in search of the Lost Treasure of Stoney Lake with our arch-enemy, the old sea-dog and scallywag Captain Corbin (www.CaptainCorbin.com). The Saturday evening signature event is The Magical Dinner Cruise, where you can delight in sleight-of-hand, conjuring and the pure magic of The Amazing Corbin (www.charmingcheat.ca).

There are also lunch cruises throughout the week at 11am, sightseeing cruises departing at 2pm daily, and dinner cruises at 6pm. All feature an entertaining commentary by Captain Bill. Check out the schedule at www.stoneylakecruises.com.

The ship is also available for special occasions. Whether it be a wedding, birthday, anniversary, corporate outing or celebration of life; our event planner, Deb Crossen, works with you to organize a worry-free affair; creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Captain Bill, having extensive experience in the dining excursion vessel, and private yacht Industry, has set the highest standards for The Spirit. The tag line says it all - “Exceeding Expectations.”

Stoney Lake Cruises Inc. 610 Mt Julian Viamede Rd., Woodview, ON 226-787-7400 www.stonylakecruises.com

KIDS PIRATE CRUISES ARE HERE! Every Saturday at 11 am First Pirate Cruise with Captain Corbin the Magical Pirate - Sat. June 29th See website for more details!

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A Year in the Life of Otonabee Conservation Otonabee Conservation: A Year in Review When I sat down with Dan Marinigh, Otonabee Conservation’s Chief Administrative Officer and asked him to reflect on the past year, I learned a great deal about the scope and variety of the conservation authority’s work. I was impressed by how the programs and services are inter-related and now have a better understanding of why conservation authorities work within the ecological unit known as “the watershed”.

Under the Conservation Authorities Act, Otonabee Conservation is responsible for furthering the conservation, restoration, development and management of natural resources in the watershed. “It’s our mission to be a leader and support a healthy, natural environment through science, stewardship, education, policy and community partnerships”, explained Marinigh.

“2018 was a particularly busy year. We undertook a robust conservation program supported by the largest budget in our 60-year history,” said Marinigh. “We made good progress toward the completion of the project to replace the spillway and reconstruct the Millbrook Dam, in updating floodplain mapping to protect residents and property from flooding, and the release of the 2018 Watershed Report Card which describes the overall health of the watershed.”

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Marinigh stressed that “We need natural resources like forests, wetlands, shoreline buffers and floodplains if we want clean water and a vibrant economy. We also need these resources to help protect people and property from flooding and erosion as they absorb and slow the movement of water in addition to filtering out contaminants.”

Looking back on 2018, here’s what I discovered….

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44,000 campers and day visitors were welcomed at the Warsaw Caves Conservation Area and Beavemead Campground

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4,174 students participated in Otonabee Conservation’s student education programs including the Spring Water Awareness Program (focusing on the dangers of high water and flooding during the spring season) and Be a Watershed Steward (delivered in partnership with Camp Kawartha)

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a new bridge was installed on the Jackson Creek Trail (part of The Great Trail) which also provides Otonabee Conservation with emergency access to the Jackson Creek weir – a flood control

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10,000 native trees and shrubs were planted, restoring habitat, conserving the soil and enhancing biodiversity to a former gravel pit in Selwyn Township

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21 flood-related messages (Flood Watches and Flood Warnings) were issued and made available on the Flood Watch Hotline and social media

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a Level 1 low water declaration was issued to bring attention to the need to reduce water consumption by 10%; helpful water conservation measures were highlighted

• 317 Planning Act applications were reviewed (site plan control, minor variances, severances, subdivision reviews and other development needs) providing local municipalities with the information needed to make informed decisions about development •

308 permits were issued under the Conservation Authorities Act, granting permission to landowners to build while protecting their investment from the potential damages due to natural hazards, such as flooding and erosion

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responded to over 160 inquiries and early consultations under the Clean Water Act.

“Investing in local watershed health today ensures a sustainable future for our local communities and economies,” says Marinigh. “Thank you to our municipalities, partners and volunteers who helped us achieve our 2018 goals, and we look forward to a successful 60th year in 2019.”

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Otonabee Conservation is marking its 60th anniversary, providing environmental services to area municipalities and residents since 1959.

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Mrs. Christine Nornabell, founding Chair of Otanabee Conservation Foundation, organized the formation of the Otonabee Conservation Foundation in 1968. She chaired the Foundation from 1972-1986.

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The Otonabee Region Conservation supported conservation through fundraising and community involvement from 1968-2018.

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Mrs. Nornabell is remembered as a visionary whose lifelong dedication to conservation has had a profound influence in the Otonabee Region watershed community and beyond.

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Congratulations Otonabee Conservation on your 60th Anniversary Working with Otonabee Conservation is inspiring to see how they care for the environment for everyone and generations to come.

They are amazing people to work with! Congratulations on 60 years and growing strong, we appreciate everything you do!

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“This year, as Otonabee Region Conservation Authority (ORCA) celebrates 60 years of nature conservation in Peterborough County, we would like to acknowledge the impact they have made in protecting our natural environment. The skills and knowledge that ORCA brings to the many aspects of ecological protection are second to none. The Township of Selwyn is particularly proud of the many tree plantings and shoreline conservation projects that have taken place in our municipality. In the past 10 years alone, over 25,000 trees have been planted throughout the Township; as well as numerous native plants along our shorelines. Congratulations ORCA on providing 60 years of outstanding, professional service!”

Township of Selwyn

"For the past 10 years, we have had the great pleasure of meeting and working with so many remarkable people at Otonabee Conservation on various projects. We truly appreciate the opportunity to partner with you in your work to improve our local area for all residents, visitors and businesses. On behalf of our staff and family, we send congratulations on your 60th anniversary and wish you many years of continued success."

Andy Calder Excavating

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Conservation Areas and 2019 Discovery Days Warsaw Caves Conservation Area nestled in the valley of the Indian River offers family and group camping, hiking, spelunking, canoeing and more Discovery Days: July 13 and August 10 Beavermead Campground in the heart of the City offering serviced, and unserviced sites for RVs, travel trailers, tents Discovery Days: July 21 and August 17 & 18 Selwyn Beach Conservation Area on the shores of Chemong Lake offers hiking, picnicking, boat launch/dock area - access to the Kawartha Lakes Harold Town Conservation Area offers mountain bike/walking/hiking trails throughout scenic area Discovery Days: July 27 Be sure to enter the 60th Anniversary Photo Contest, search for geocaches and use the new Watershed Map App to discover unique features of 11 local conservation areas.

A watershed is described an area of land that contains a common set of streams and rivers that all drain into a single larger body of water.

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Congratulations Otonabee Conservation on your 60th Anniversary

"Camp Kawartha wishes to extend a hearty congratulations to Otonabee Conservation for helping to protect and care for our watersheds. Camp Kawartha is privileged to work with Otonabee Conservation in a unique Be A Watershed Steward Program – encouraging children of all ages to learn about the importance of watershed health, sustainability and to engage in direct action by rehabilitating shorelines and planting pollinator gardens. Thanks Otonabee Conservation – may you continue to preserve, protect and enhance the watersheds we all depend on for many years to come!"

Camp Kawartha

"It has been a privilege to provide electrical services across our great community for over 60 years, and even more so for organizations with whom you share common values. We have been delighted to be part of projects that have made a difference in our community under the leadership and commitment of Otonabee Conservation.

We’ve enjoyed collaborating with their team on numerous projects over the years at the Warsaw Caves, the Millbrook water monitoring area, the Mill at Keene and the various office locations as well.

Heartfelt congratulations on the occasion of your 60th anniversary of excellence and service to our community!"

Kevin and Trudy Heffernan, Heffernan Electric, Lakefield

"Otonabee Conservation is a valued community partner of Fleming College. They have provided guest speakers, locations for field experiences, and numerous applied learning opportunities for our students. These enrich the education we can provide and allow our students to gain real-world experience, preparing them for future careers. At the same time, the students learn the value of giving back, helping to protect our watersheds, and ensure thriving ecosystems. We are grateful for all the work you do – we see the results every day in our communities and our environment.

Congratulations on 60 years!"

Dr. Brett Goodwin, Dean, School of Environmental and Natural Resource Sciences, Fleming College

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"Congrats to ORCA on Celebrating their 60th Anniversary! Wishing you continued success for years to come! "

Andy Chapman

"GreenUP celebrates Otonabee Conservation on their 60th anniversary!

Otonabee Conservation is a vital community organization, and their work helps to enhance the health of our watershed, to protect our source water, and to preserve our aquatic ecosystems for future generations. GreenUP is fortunate to partner with Otonabee Conservation on a wide range of impactful local programs, including the Peterborough Children’s Water Festival, Sustainable Urban Neighbourhoods, and Ready for Rain. GreenUP is grateful for the ongoing work of Otonabee Conservation, and we look forward to many more years of collaboration."

Peterborough Green-Up

“Over the last 20+ years, I have participated with the ORCA on land stewardship projects and forest management planning for their various Conservation Area properties. I also have a working knowledge of their water management responsibilities – during high water and flood situations, floodplain definition, monitoring of ground and surface water quality. These initiatives support quality of life, human health, and our local economy – contributions often outside of public awareness. Working with ORCA’s committed, professional staff is always a great experience - I encourage everyone to become more aware of and support their programs.”

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Congratulations Otonabee Conservation on your 60th Anniversary

"We are grateful to have a strong community partner in ORCA, and wish them a happy 60th anniversary. With ORCA as one of the lead agencies, over 10 years of work has resulted in the Kawarthas Naturally Connected Preferred Scenario for an intact natural heritage system of our region. Kawartha Land Trust looks forward to working together toward greater land protection and conservation in our region."

Kawartha Land & Trust

"We would like to thank ORCA for choosing us their preferred auto repair facility. We strive to keep their fleet maintained for continued service in a fast and reliable manner. We understand how important ORCA is for the community & wish them continued success for years to come."

Larry Dow Auto Staff

"We extend congratulations and sincere appreciation to the Board, staff and volunteers of ORCA on the occasion of their 60th Anniversary. Your regard, concern and safekeeping of our environment, through watershed management and conservation practices benefits us all. As stewards of our most valued natural assets, you contribute significantly to our lifestyle and well-being, and for this, we are most appreciative."

LLF Lawyers

"It’s a pleasure working with Otonabee Conservation, the staff is very professional and they have extensive knowledge of the plant material they purchase from us, it’s a wonderful working partnership. Congratulations on your 60 years, keep up the great work!! Clean Air, Clean Water for Life!!"

Paul, Lucas, Kyle & Jeff Richardson Pineneedle Farms

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Step into Nature with Watershed Explorations

Otonabee Conservation is marking its 60th anniversary of providing environmental services to residents and visitors to the Kawarthas with “Step into Nature ~ Watershed Explorations”.

As Dan Marinigh, Chief Administrative Officer for Otonabee Conservation explains, "Step into Nature ~ Watershed Explorations", offers a variety of new, self-directed and environmentally-themed activities to enjoy and participate in throughout the year.”

The program involves five distinct activities that are all connected through the new Watershed Map App described as “a guide to touring the Otonabee Region watershed and discovering the unique natural features and special spaces of 11 conservation and wildlife areas.” The new Map App provides location information, a description of activities and facilities offered at the areas, and useful links to additional information. A variety of mapping tools are also available to record your adventure and build upon your explorations.

events, heritage activities, live wildlife demonstrations, fishing workshops, paddling tours, and night sky viewing are among the activities being offered.

For complete details on the activities and conservation areas waiting to be explored, visit www.otonabeeconservation.com

Conservation Areas are just steps away from your front door and offer unique outdoor experiences. Whether you want to enjoy a hike through the woods, take your family camping, have a quiet picnic, or catch ‘the big one’ at a popular fishing spot, the 60 Things to Do is your guide.

While you're you are out exploring the watershed region, take a photo and enter it in the 60th Anniversary Photo Contest. Capture the places, wildlife and experiences throughout the four seasons that make the Otonabee Region watershed unique. The photo contest continues until October 31, 2019 and photos taken throughout the four seasons are welcome.

Additionally, on July 9th – Otonabee Conservation’s official birthday - day use entry to the Warsaw Caves Conservation Area will be free of charge. Spend the day hiking, swimming, spelunking or just relaxing on the sandy beach.

Back by popular demand is the Discovery Days series of demonstrations and workshops. The Discovery Days series will be held at various conservation areas including the Harold Town Conservation Area, the historic Hope Mill, Beavermead Campground and the Warsaw Caves Conservation Area. Trail

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Kawartha Land Trust Protect it before it’s gone

Lindsay and Peter enjoying a walk at the Cation Wildlife Preserve

The momentum for conservation in the Kawarthas has continued to grow thanks to donors of land, money and time (volunteers) of Kawartha Land Trust (KLT).

KLT, the non-government charitable organization, announced the protection of five new properties in 2018.

The Cation Wildlife Preserve, the most recently protected, is a 668 acre piece of land in a conservation corridor near Coboconk. It sits right in the middle of several important protected areas including Balsam Lake, Indian Point, and Queen Elizabeth Wildlands Provincial Parks.

As soon as they saw it, David and Sharon Cation recognized the beauty of this unique piece of land, and anyone who visits the property agrees that this is a special place.

The landscape is vibrant and full of life. A trail system passes through the grasslands and meadows which are filled with different butterflies and moths flying between the many wildflowers and milkweed plants. The air is filled with the songs of different grassland bird species including Eastern Towhees, American Goldfinches and Field Sparrows which forage through the shrubs and trees.

The water flows through this property into Balsam Lake, the highest point on the Trent Severn Waterway.

The Cations came to know KLT through the ‘Save Boyd Island Campaign.’ David has since volunteered on a number of properties, helping with trail cleanup and other stewardship activities.

KLT now protects 17 properties including 4,101 acres of diverse and significant landscapes. KLT assists in the management of 5 additional properties including one owned by Trent Severn Waterway, Parks Canada (John Earle Chase Memorial Park) with shoreline on Pigeon Lake.

Nature is important and you can help protect it before it’s gone.

For trail maps, upcoming events, to make a donation or to learn more visit: www.kawarthalandtrust.org.

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A Major Ontario Attraction in the Heart of Cottage Country Lockside Trading Company is more than just shopping… it’s a destination.

A way of life since 1987, friends and family have been meeting at Lockside for 32 years, making it one of the most popular yearround destinations in Cottage Country, with two locations - Young's Point in the heart of the Kawarthas, and in the Haliburton Highlands in downtown Haliburton.

With over 100,000 people stopping in yearly, Lockside Trading Company is designated as an Ontario Major Attraction, offering a one-ofa-kind shopping experience. Both locations offer a mix of home décor to help you create a warm and inviting atmosphere in which to sit back, relax, and entertain. The stores’ selections are in constant change throughout the seasons, offering a multitude of choice from quality furniture, lighting, home décor, mattresses, bedding, casual clothing, great giftware plus everything in between.

Lockside is dedicated to supporting Canadians by sourcing and offering Canadian-made products at great pricing and superior quality. Specializing in custom Canadian made furniture, Lockside

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knows the importance of keeping it local, and supporting our fellow Canadians.

A multi-national award-winning retailer, Lockside sets itself apart with topnotch service from the beginning of your shopping experience to the end; from choosing the right light and helping you with turnkey projects, to offering a successful interior design service for home, cottage and commercial space.

furniture and more, at Lockside Trading Co. Located in Young’s Point is the famous Steamers Café & Ice Cream Parlor serving Kawartha Dairy Ice Cream and specialty drinks; come in and join us!

With dedicated staff and quality products, Lockside caters to any budget and location, with any look and style. By offering complimentary design advice when purchasing furniture and lighting, your design needs can be met under one roof.

This service includes in-store and onsite consultation, room layouts, colour and fabric selections and much more, to help you create a living space you've been dreaming of.

Come in and experience it all - Hunter Douglas window treatments, floor coverings,

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The Lilacs

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 benchmark 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 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; with services such as grass cutting, snow shovelling and window

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washing, customers in The Lilacs are free to spend their time as they choose.

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

Emphasizing main floor living, these Craftsman-inspired homes are designed with retirees in mind. 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

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distance to town and is next door to the Golden Years Club. It is also just down the street from the Morton Medical Clinic.

The 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.

We will begin offering our third phase sometime later this year.

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.

Don’t miss your opportunity to live in The Lilacs. Call today.

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Drumming for Reconciliation in Peterborough

The hypnotic sound of drumming has been bringing people together since time immemorial and in First Nations’ culture the drumbeat represents the universal heartbeat of Mother Earth. The drum’s rhythmic vibration not only lifts our spirits but has been proven to help reduce stress, and its powerful sound has the uncanny ability to connect people regardless of race or creed.

Singing and dancing are also an integral part of Indigenous culture and what better way to unite the people of Peterborough in the spirit of reconciliation than to brighten an otherwise dull afternoon in May with a stunning display by traditional dancers in colourful regalia and to feel the drums reverberating through the centre of Confederation Square.

The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) published its Calls to Action in 2015 to address the legacy of residential schools and to actively begin repairing the harm caused to the original peoples of Canada by colonization.

Reconciliation is defined as “the restoration of friendly relations” and as people all over the country work towards a renewal of the troubled relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people, Nogojiwanong Friendship Centre is providing local students with a fun way to learn about Indigenous culture, knowledge, and the history of the land while commemorating the 4th Anniversary of the TRC. The collaboration between the Friendship Centre, local school boards, surrounding First Nations communities, and other organizations such as PACE, Public Energy, and LEAP Peterborough offered an interactive youth program and an opportunity for the public to join this free community celebration. The kids took part in various activities throughout the day and were invited to join the dancers for the Intertribal dance.

Special guests at the second annual Nogojiwanong Reconciliation Gathering included Missy Knott, Charging Horse Singers, Wshkiihimang Singers, as well as the Red Path Singers and Dancers, and the Hiawatha Youth Dancers.

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Spring Gardening

for Successful Summer Blooms At the beginning of June the ground is still soggy and cold. New transplants, whether they are annuals, perennials, herbs or vegetables, are sitting stagnant in the soil, with little growth and little root development. The sun will shine again and the ground will warm up, but what are we to expect from our plants this “odd-ball” season?

A cold Spring brings many challenges to the garden. Newly planted annuals in pots and planters might have been moved repeatedly indoors and out and have lackluster growth and bud development from the changes; plants, like young children, love consistency.

Annuals in the ground will need to develop new roots in the soil; ensure the soil they are planted in is well draining and water is not pooling at the base of each plant. When the soil is dry, the sun is shining and it is evident the plants are responding to the warmer weather and growing, fertilize with a water

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soluble product like 20-20-20 or Miracle Grow. Maintain a bi-weekly fertilization schedule throughout the summer for superb growth and blooms.

Perennials that made it through the winter and soggy soil will either be strong varieties that liked the damp, dull Spring or will be barely there, limping through best they can. Wait until the middle of June this year to decide if a plant has not made it through the winter. Many varieties like ornamental grasses, butterfly bushes and perennial hibiscus, which are traditionally late to emerge, will be very late this year. Add some compost to the base of each perennial and be sure to cut away all foliage and stems from last year so the sun can get to the heart of the plant.

If creating a new flower bed this summer or adding in new perennials, be sure to choose areas that drain freely and have

amended soil (compost or triple mix). Ask at your local independent garden centre for recommendations of perennials and flowering shrubs that are well suited to our zone and are easy-care.

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

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The Future of Fishing with Pro Angler Mike Williams

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With warm weather finally hitting Cottage Country, the countdown to summer vacation is on, and many parents ask, "How do I get my child excited about fishing, and keep their interest piqued while on the water?" If you've tried this, you know it can be challenging, to say the least.

While out on Stoney Lake guiding the Carters - a father and daughter duo - I encouraged them to share some insight, asking 9-year-old Paige what got her interested in fishing. Instantly she replied "I like to eat the fish", which caught me a little off guard fewer kids seem to be eating fish these days. That put a smile on my face and I replied that the usual response is "I like catching fish". We continued brainstorming this topic while we cast our lines and fished the morning away.

Here are some ideas we came up with to help get kids into fishing: 1. Make it Positive!

Introduce kids to fishing with a positive experience, make it fun and successful. Pick a day with nice conditions, and keep the first experience short and sweet – you don’t want them to get bored and lose interest quickly.

2. Keep it Simple and Easy For example, start small with a hook, worm and a bobber, and target pan fish from the dock, they are usually very plentiful and willing to bite. Pan fish keep the action fast and furious, to the point the adults get tired of taking fish after fish off lines, and baiting hooks.

3. Encouragement and Reward Praise kids for making a good cast, catching a fish or simply for showing patience and sticking with it. Maybe introduce a reward for their persistence - like ice cream. (I still do this sometimes with clients and get just as excited for them when they catch a fish.)

We also came up with these tips to keep kids interested when introducing them to longer outings: 1. Snacks – Always Snacks!

Pack lots of your childs favorite snacks, a healthy lunch and lots of drinks and water. Keeping hydration levels high and food in their belly helps keep focus and prolong patience.

2. Take Breaks Taking a break from fishing is important to young children. Take them for boat rides, bring swimming attire or plan another activity to help break up the day.

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3. Appropriate Attire Dress in layers, bring sunscreen, sun glasses and hats. Keep kids comfortable and protected from the sun; conditions can change quickly and frequently on the water.

4. It’s all in the Company Sometimes it helps children focus having someone their own age around. Time passes more quickly, and is more enjoyable with friends around. Friendly competitions on who catches the first/ biggest/most fish keeps fishing interesting and exciting!!

This trip made me think about the reason I enjoy fishing so much.

Our youth are the future of everything in the world, including fishing.

Introducing young people to our sport is vital to securing its future.

Encouraging them to respect our resources will ensure responsible fishing for generations to come. Thank you to the Carters for your valuable input.

Cheers, Happy Fishing and tight lines Mike Williams, Pro Angler & Owner of Williams Outfitters in Curve Lake First Nation www.williamsoutfitters.com

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The Art of Garden Ornamentation Personalizing & Embellishing Your Garden

The Kawarthas are finally teeming with growth and greenness! As we usher in summer all the gardeners rush to see the result of transplanted efforts from last year. There is nothing like the feeling of seeing the result from digging and splitting amongst swarming mosquitos during the previous year. It is so rewarding to see the new growth double and triple in size, and then finally to reach that point of being able to share a sprig with a neighbour or family member. Gardening is a true example of inclusivity and diversity when you think about all it has to offer.

A key consideration in any garden is the ability to creatively decorate and embellish your garden zones, while embracing nature's simple yet wild ways. There are so many avenues to take when it comes to lending that personal touch to our gardens and landscaping. Whether your style is “naturally landscaped” or “purposely formal” our gardens present the same opportunity for design and accessorizing as our interiors.

The element of surprise is paramount in building your garden décor, as each garden offers a special space around a corner, under a shade branch or at the end of a meandering path. Imagine a weathered bench tucked away in a quiet corner, a rustic urn only visible from a certain angle, a figurine flanking steps, a water feature or a patina weathered sculpture atop a large rock. Injecting objects and outdoor furniture helps to bring a focal point to areas that would otherwise go unnoticed or to an area that is ideal for showcasing the many hours of time and attention you have spent nurturing growth.

Sculptural Stance Sculptural pieces can be mounted or displayed creatively within your garden scape. Sculptures provide height which can add variety and layers to your garden zones. You may consider placing at the top of a set of stairs, propped on a large rock or piece of driftwood - there really isn't a wrong way to display sculpture. Even better, if sourced and made locally, is the idea of featuring a local artist. As in the case of interior accessorizing, it’s another way to bring local influence and interest to your external environment.

Here are some ideas to help inspire your garden accessorizing this summer: Wired for Versatility Iron or wire balls are a fantastic sculptural way to add visual interest and detail to a garden nook. The lighter version of these can also be suspended from a tree to overhang a specific garden area.

These versatile accessories can also be painted or left to age and patina over time. Both approaches provide a personal and interesting detail for your garden.

You can find these at garden centres, retail stores or you can find DIY versions online if you are so inclined. They also come in grapevine or as wood balls which again can add a different texture to your landscape design.

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Outdoor Console Table Another interesting consideration is using an outdoor table to fill an empty wall or space. This could be an antique already-weathered option, wrought iron or cement.

A console table allows you to stack pots, planters or other decorative accessories as a focal point. It’s also an unexpected way to interrupt a sightline. Console tables are often found in potting sheds and greenhouses so why not bring these pieces to other areas of your garden, patio or deck.

Rustic Urns There is something to surprise and delight in every well thought out garden.

Placing an urn, pot or container along a path to delineate the way or placing in an unexpected location is an ideal way to bring interest to a specific area. This helps to extend your garden area and is yet another way to add an expression of interest and personality. Your garden is personal and your container choice can be a reflection of your style and garden theme. Consider containers that would not normally be used as garden pots, like a weathered pail, a hollow stump or antique wood crate. Mixing styles also creates juxtaposition and makes for an eclectic look.

Garden ornamentation has its roots in ancient roman gardens as well as Italian Renaissance and French formal settings. The English garden style of ornamentation evolved into even more ornate decoration. Some garden styles are built around symbolic meaning and others are more kitsch and whimsical in form. Whatever your style, garden ornamentation can be an enjoyable way to express your ideas and style. Have fun this summer adorning and dressing up your garden, as you would your interior, with artful placements.

Those Were The Days

“Summer’s Last Hurrah” Back in the early 1940s when we were kids in grade school, the end of June gave us both stress and excitement. Stress receiving our final report cards to see if we passed and went on, or failed and have to repeat the year all over again, and excitement because the school doors were flung open and we could begin two whole months of outdoor fun and games.

Rain or shine, shoes or bare feet, we flew kites, played baseball or field hockey, swam at the old sand pits and even earned twenty-five cents a day working on various farms.

We were in awe when the army did maneuvers in the mile-long field behind our homes, parachutes floated from the sky, tanks rumbled across the back field and soldiers charged a solitary hazelnut tree, obviously their ultimate goal. After breakfast we scurried outside not returning until dinner time; and then out again with the couple dozen other kids in the neighbourhood until the sun went down, always something to do, somewhere to go.

Although the two months of freedom went fleeting by, we did have a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, Labour Day weekends Firemens Field Day. Both young and old looked forward to this yearly event when families gathered together with picnic baskets in hand, and flocked to Jackson Park to be part of the annual carnavalistic festivities.

Jackson Park is Windsor, Ontario’s largest park stretching a vast sixty four acres. The park was named after a former Mayor Cecil Jackson who fought long and hard to buy the land during the depression when money was scarce. My grandfather was hired in 1925 as an Assistant Groundskeeper at $1.25 a day to supervise the federally funded construction of the park and planting of trees, the reason the Sanders family migrated to Windsor, the city of my birth.

The park had a working floral clock, gold fish ponds, 10,000 blooming plants and monuments for every historical event, truly a tourist’s delight. Windsor firemen set up the Windsor Firefighters Benefit Fund to help injured or incapacitated firemen who were hurt on the job, and decided to hold a field day to raise money. The very first Firemans Field Day was held on September 1-2, 1930. Of course there was the midway, a band competition, Miss Western Ontario beauty contest the ever popular draw. First prize was a brand new 1930 Ford Model A sedan, second a washing machine and third prize an “iceless” refrigerator.

Mom and Dad and all us kids piled on a bus and headed for Jackson Park. I have no idea where our parents found the money for the day, but we sure did appreciate that they did. One year Dad won a basket of groceries and a live chicken. Oh yes I remember, the culmination of our summer vacation was a day our whole family enjoyed. Although in 1957 the main grandstand burned to the ground, Firemens Field Day continued on until the 1980s offering fifty years of memories.

By: Russ Sanders epigram@nexicom.net

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It’s the Little Things

Every summer, my parents planned elaborate camping trips for myself and my brothers.

When we would pack for these long trips, our old station wagon was filled to the brim. Every camping item that we owned miraculously found a place in the back of our blue Ford Taurus.

Many a memory was made with that camping gear. I fondly remember our old Coleman lantern. It was rusted with a squeaky handle, and my dad would fill the fuel tank, pump it up and light the mantle with a match. Its bright flame would draw a host of moths and other flying critters that secretly terrified me and would leave me swatting away pests all evening. However, many a card game and mug of hot cocoa were had around this source of light. My mother would walk around the campsite, fill paper cups with water, line up our toothbrushes for our evening bedtime routine and check our sleeping bags for creepy crawlers with that lantern in hand. Once in bed, my dad would lower the flame and the lantern would cast shadows around our trailer. It was very cozy.

The other item I remember was our camp stove - dark green with a fire engine-red fuel tank The paint chipped and scratched after countless uses. It had a reserved spot at the end of every picnic table we sat around. My parents were camp food connoisseurs and made every hotdog and can of beans taste exceptionally delicious on that little stove. My mother, who reigned supreme as camp stove chef, would make amazing homemade seafood chowder and fish and chips from our fresh catch of the day on those two rusted burners.

The lantern and the stove were the center of what brought our family together for every meal and evening activity wherever we camped. I don’t remember them ever being shiny or brand new. In fact, they looked a little tired and worn, but they served a great purpose. And, if a rusty old lantern and a scratched up camp stove could talk, they’d tell you all about a family that laughed and adventured together and that the back of a Ford Taurus is not all that comfortable.

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

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Haven on the Trent

The Perfect Setting for Peaceful Living Looking to make the jump from city living to country landscapes? Many are heading toward Cottage Country in search of peace and relaxation. There is a certain appeal to a country setting, with the peace of living in a forest, but many of us still need conveniences like municipal water and sewers with local services and providers, which can be tricky to find in a rural setting.

lot uniquely curves to the natural landscape of the property, and architectural building guidelines ensure a cohesive cooperation between land and structure, creating a community with striking character and longlasting value.

Picture a custom community, built to suit the nature that encompasses it; now imagine your dream home built on a prestigious lot that fronts on to the majestic Trent Severn Waterway - this is Haven on the Trent. A tranquil setting with breathtaking views, surrounded by forest and located in beautiful Campbellford, Ontario, Haven is the change of pace you seek.

The exclusive Haven on the Trent community includes a 4-acre park along the Trent River offering sprawling views of Ferris Provincial Park. The park grounds also include an impressive looping trail, as well as a sheltered gathering space made for picnicking. If hiking is more to your interest, trails found throughout the community connect to Seymour Conservation Area where your next journey awaits you. With a serene natural setting at your doorstep, Haven is the perfect setting for the active outdoor enthusiast.

Haven on the Trent is an exclusive waterfront community offering unique key lot concepts, brought to you by Sifton Properties, a company based out of London, Ontario for over 95 years. The deliberate design of these key lots permits an increase in the number of houses with waterfront, while preserving the tranquility between homes. Each building

Haven on the Trent, conveniently located along the Trent River in Campbellford, allows residents to walk or ride their bikes to visit the charming downtown. There you will find a thriving arts community, and many one-of-a-kind shops and restaurants.

A hospital, farmers market, craft brewery as well as gas and grocery shops offer residents

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of Haven on the Trent integral services, accompanied by a warmth and hospitality only a small town can offer.

The Haven community is a desired retreat for families, retirees and folks looking to embrace cottage living. Their gorgeous model home is now open for viewing Thursdays to Mondays 11am–5pm at 3 Riverside Trail, Campbellford.

Go ahead and book a showing - today is a great day to begin plans on your dream home. A second collection of highly soughtafter wood lots has recently been released, with lot depths reaching 250' and widths of nearly 70' - don't miss the opportunity to own one for yourself.

Choose to use Haven building partner McDonald Homes, view a collection of attractive new home designs starting from the upper $400s, or pick your property and select your own TARION™ certified builder.

Haven on the Trent is waiting to welcome you home.

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

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Buying a Cottage Should be Fun Summer in Canada can feel very short, it’s here one moment and gone the next. We all try to make the most of the warm, sunny season, and a great way to do that is by purchasing and enjoying a cottage.

Most Canadians have fond memories of cottage life, whether it’s a family cottage or that of a friend. Synonymous with Kawartha Lakes, beautiful waterfront can be found in almost every town. Cottage life is the life around here.

For many there is fear associated with purchasing a second property; “Can I afford it?” Ultimately, that question needs to be answered before you embark on the purchasing journey. However, once the budget is determined, and you can indeed afford to purchase your home away from home, there is no better time than now to own a cottage.

Life is busy, and most of us aren’t able to use our cottages year round.

A great way to reap the benefits of owning a cottage is to make it an income property as well. Many families rent out their cottage on weekly or weekend rates, which is a great way to supplement costs of owning a second property. Also, why not let other families enjoy making memories in the place that brings fun, laughter and entertainment to you.

At Lighthouse Real Estate we are committed to making the process of finding that perfect piece of waterfront property as fun, smooth and enjoyable as this transaction can be. Don’t worry, we’re serious when it comes to negotiating the price, but who says you can’t have a little fun along the way? So if you are looking for a cottage to make memories that will last a lifetime, give us a call - one of our expert agents will be there to help you every single step of the way.

At Lighthouse Real Estate we are committed to helping you find your way home - or to the cottage!

Lighthouse Real Estate Ltd. Brokerage 22 Oak St., Fenelon Falls, (705) 887-5252 www.lighthouse-realestate.ca Photo Credit Bradly McCullum

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Steamboats Arrive in the Kawarthas

American engineer Robert Fulton (1765-1815) is credited with creating the first commercially-viable steamboat in 1807. Early steamboats, using either side- or rear-mounted paddlewheels powered by steam engines, were an improvement on sailing vessels because they were not wind-dependent and could go against currents and tides when necessary.

In 1825, steamboats were an important component of Peter Robinson’s Irish emigration program: the City of Cork shuttled his emigrants from the wharves of Cohb and Cork to their ships; steamers carried the emigrants and their belongings upriver from Quebec City to Montreal; other steamboats transported them from Kingston to Cobourg, the jumping-off point for their trek to Peterborough. One of these early Lake Ontario steamers, the Frontenac (built in 1815), was the first on the Great Lakes; she ran weekly between Kingston and York (now Toronto), stopping at communities along her route.

In June 1832, Cobourg businessman James Gray Bethune launched the first steamer onto Rice Lake at Sully (now Harwood). She was Pem-e-dash-cou-tay-ang (“lake of the burning plains”), the Ojibwe name for Rice Lake. Pemedash (her nickname) was a sidewheeler with a “feeble” 18-horsepower engine, which meant that she needed a full day to sail the 25-mile round trip from Sully to Peterborough. The steamer could carry a good amount of cargo and several passengers – although two passengers were underwhelmed by the vessel: Anne Langton described her as “the most uncouth steam packet we had ever seen” and Catharine Parr Traill called her “this apology for a steam-boat”. Inadequate as Pemedash may have been, she was a considerable improvement on the canoes, skiffs, and scows that plied Rice Lake and the Otonabee River at that time.

In 1833, Bethune built the Sturgeon for Lake Chemong, then added the Northumberland (later sold and renamed Sir Francis Bond Head) to his Rice Lake “fleet” in 1835.

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A sketch showing an early steamer on Rice Lake by Catherine Hayward.

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brought more steamers into service around it in the 1840s and 1850s – with mixed success. From this shaky beginning, however, would grow a significant steamboat network that connected the Kawartha lakes to each other and to the outside world.

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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Summer Garden Spruce Up Most of us have gardens of some sort and usually we would like more.

I have found that raised beds are the most practical choice for a number of reasons. These beds can be designed to be any size, shape and combination of styles.

There are a few different materials available such as cedar, timbers, pressure treated wood and even composite products which all do the job; so choose one that gives you the look that you are after, and a material that you can easily work with.

Gardens can be for flowers or vegetables, but both add beauty and can define areas of your outdoor space or create privacy as needed.

Most raised bed styles are fairly straight forward to build, and are relatively inexpensive. Consider a multi level box with a raised center, or tier it for better layering. I’ve seen them with benches added - which I thought was a great idea. One even incorporated covered storage areas on two sides. It’s all about imagination!

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Once you have decided on size, style and material, complete your materials list and go get it. Be sure to purchase landscaping cloth to line the bottom and sides.

Build it in place, line it, fill it, and plant it. Adding stones or mulch always add a striking finishing touch.

That’s it, you’re done.

Sit back and enjoy, while you plan your next DIY adventure.

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

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Lindsay Days Inn & Suites Can’t Wait to Welcome You When travelling we all instinctively look for a place to stay that is comfortable, has conveniences and is cozy – a home away from home. The Days Inn & Suites Lindsay is just that; your home away from home or perhaps your family’s home away from home.

Whether travelling for business or pleasure, the team at the Days Inn & Suites Lindsay works hard to make your stay the very best it can be. With various amenities your stay will be nothing but relaxed; the indoor salt water pool is great for sore muscles and relaxation after a long day, spacious guestrooms boast a fresh clean design with plush linens and soft towels, and a deluxe continental breakfast leaves guests feeling rested and refreshed.

Summer and fall are a busy time for the Days Inn & Suites Lindsay as they welcome many guests who are out and about exploring the beautiful Kawartha Lakes. The hotel is located 20 minutes from Fenelon Falls and 30 minutes from Bobcaygeon. Many cyclists use the Days Inn & Suites Lindsay as a stop over due to its convenient location beside the Trans Canada Trail. Many boaters enjoy the hotel as they are minutes from the Trent Severn and in the heart of beautiful cottage country. With many cottages in the area, the hotel often welcomes visiting friends and family where there is not quite enough space for all, or perhaps it is a little too cold or rainy for some!

June 2019 marks the anniversary of the fourth year in business for The Days Inn & Suites Lindsay; the hotel has won a number of awards over the course of these 4 years and are proud to be TripAdvisor’s top-rated hotel in Lindsay.

The indoor salt water pool continues to be a hit with the local community, and non-hotel guests may come use the indoor pool at a fee of $7/person. The pool is open 6am-10pm daily.

Come and visit at the Lindsay Days Inn & Suites - they can't wait to welcome you!

Days Inn & Suites Lindsay 134 Angeline St S, Lindsay, ON (705) 328-0100 www.daysinnlindsay.com

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Weekend at the Cottage

Recipes

OLD-FASHIONED BUTTER TARTS Trust us when we say that there’s nothing quite like grabbing a still-warm butter tart and taking that first bite.

Ingredients & Amounts

For the filling: ¾ cup of dark brown sugar ¼ cup of corn syrup ¼ cup of butter, melted 2 eggs, room temperature 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract ¼ teaspoon of kosher salt

For the tart pastry: 2¼ cups of cake and pastry flour ½ teaspoon of kosher salt 1 tablespoon of golden yellow sugar ½ cup of butter, cold ½ cup of vegetable shortening, cold 1 egg, room temperature 1 tablespoon of white vinegar 6-8 tablespoons of cold water extra flour for rolling the pastry

Optional: ½ cup of dried currants ½ cup of pecans, chopped

Instructions 1. Prepare the butter tart pastry: In a mediumsized stainless steel bowl, whisk together flour, sugar and salt. Cube the butter and shortening and drop into the flour mixture. Toss lightly. Rub the butter and shortening into the mixture until it forms small pea-sized crumbs.

2. Whisk egg and vinegar together in measuring cup. Add cold water until mix measures ½ cup and whisk again. Sprinkle 6 tablespoons of liquid onto the flour mixture and combine using a fork, forming larger clumps. Work dough briefly and gently by hand until it forms a ball. If the dough feels dry and fails to hold together, add a bit more

liquid, one tablespoon at a time. Transfer onto a sheet of plastic wrap, seal and refrigerate for at least one hour before use.

3. Prepare the filling: Melt the butter. Place the sugar and corn syrup into a bowl and add the butter. Stir these ingredients together. Add the remaining ingredients and mix together using a hand mixer on low speed until all of the sugar dissolves. Transfer the filling mixture to a measuring cup until use.

4. Create the shells: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a ¼-inch thickness. Cut out 4½-inch circles using a cookie cutter, glass, cup or bowl. Transfer the rounds of dough to a large,

12-cup muffin pan, pushing them down into each well. Gather the remaining dough, roll it out and repeat until it has all been used. Transfer muffin pan to refrigerator and chill for 30 minutes.

5. Prepare the butter tarts: Preheat the oven to 425°F. If preparing the butter tarts with currants and/or nuts, add 1 teaspoon of each into the centre of each pastry-lined cup. Pour tart filling into each cup, ½ full if plain, ¾ full if made with add-ins. Transfer to oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until pastry is golden and centres no longer jiggle and seem firm.

6. Cool tarts in pan for about 15 minutes before removing. Enjoy!

GRILLED SALMON BURGERS This recipe captures the flavour of spiced-up salmon, boosted with pickled ginger, wasabi and mayo. The result is something wickedly delicious.

Instructions 1. Prepare the topping: Place mayonnaise, pickled ginger and wasabi into a small bowl and stir together until combined. Taste, then add more wasabi if desired. Cover and refrigerate until use.

2. Prepare the burgers: Place all of the ingredients for the burgers into a medium-sized bowl and stir together. Bring the mixture together by hand and divide into either 4 x 8oz. burgers or 8 x 4oz. sliders. Place burgers onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Ingredients & Amounts For the burgers: 2 pounds of Atlantic salmon, skinned and chopped 4 scallions, finely chopped ½ of a jalapeño pepper, finely diced 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger, grated 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds 2 eggs juice from half a lime 1 tablespoon of soy sauce 1½ cups of panko breadcrumbs

Since 1994

For the topping: ¾ of a cup of mayonnaise 1 tablespoon of pickled ginger, finely diced 1 teaspoon of wasabi, more to taste

3. Cook the burgers: Preheat barbecue to 450°F. For 4oz. sliders: place onto grill, close lid and cook for 2½ minutes. Flip and cook for an additional 2 minutes. For 8oz. burgers: place onto grill, close lid and cook for 3 minutes.

Flip and cook for an additional 3 minutes.

4. To serve: Place a piece of curly lettuce on each bun, then top with burgers or sliders. Brush the burger tops with soy sauce and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Add a generous dollop of the ginger-wasabi mayo and gently spread it out across the burger. Add cucumber slices, then the top of the bun. Serve immediately.

Visit www.weekendatthecottage.com for more great recipes

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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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Know of a great Hot List Destination or Attraction in the area that you think should be on our list? Let us know who you think we should add and why.

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

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

4th Line Theatre

Del Crary Park, 92 George St N, Peterborough

4 Tupper St, Millbrook

Wild Water & Wheels

Market Hall Performing Arts

1650 Chemong Rd, Peterborough

140 Charlotte St, Peterborough

Highlands Cinema

Capitol Theatre

4131 Kawartha Lakes County Rd 121, Kinmount

20 Queen St, Port Hope

Galaxy Cinemas Peterborough 320 Water St, Peterborough

Provincial Parks Algonquin Provincial Park

Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park

Lake St. Peter Provincial Park

Emily Provincial Park

Silent Lake Provincial Park

Petroglyphs Provincial Park

Balsam Lake Provincial Park

Wolf Island Provincial Park

www.algonquinpark.on.ca

797 Emily Park Rd, Omemee

2238 Kawartha Lakes County Rd 48, Kirkfield

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106 Monck St, Bancroft

1589 Silent Lake Park Road, Bancroft

356 Lake St. Peter Rd, Lake Saint Peter 2249 Northeys Bay Rd, Woodview

Highway 28, Trent Lakes

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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 91 George St. N., Peterborough www.jacksrestaurant.ca

Hobart's Lighthouse

2281 McCracken's Landing Rd., Lakefield 705·652·0557 www.hobartslighthouse.ca

Lockstop Cafe

1919 Lakehurst Rd, Buckhorn

Mainstreet

1939 Lakehurst Rd, Buckhorn

Marley's Bar and Grill 17 Fire Rte 82B, Buckhorn Cassis Bistro

27 Queen St, Lakefield

Canoe & Paddle 18 Bridge St, Lakefield

The Pattie House Smokin' BBQ 6673 Ontario HWY 35, Coboconk

The Riverside Grill & Gazebo 150 George St N, Peterborough

Cody Inn 1953 Lakehurst Rd, Buckhorn Sippin Dip Restaurant-Bakery 1500 Yankee Line, Bridgenorth

Hobart's 139 Hunter St W, Peterborough

Water's Edge 50 Canal St E, Bobcaygeon

Eggsmart

Pizza Alloro

Murphy's Lockside

That Place on Cameron

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

5 Main St, Buckhorn

3 May St., Fenelon Falls

40 Bolton St, Bobcaygeon

16 Oriole Rd., Fenelon Falls

Golf & Country Clubs Peterborough Golf & Country Club

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

1702 Cedar Valley Rd, Fraserville

1730 Youngs Point Rd, Lakefield

2402 Clifford Line, Peterborough 447 Tara Rd, Ennismore

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

Since 1994

1235 Villiers Line, Keene 30 Nicklaus Dr, Bancroft

52 Fire Rte 39, Buckhorn

65 Northeys Bay Rd, Woodview

Conservation Areas Warsaw Caves Conservation Area & Campground

2455 Base Line, Keene

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

Accommodations 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

Burleigh Falls Inn

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

Ken Reid Conservation Area

Bonnie View Inn

Crow’s Pass Conservation Area

Village Inn

277 Kenrei Rd, Lindsay

231 Middle March Rd, Port Perry

2713 Kashagawigamog Lake Rd, Haliburton 39 Queen St, Lakefield

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Hutchison House Museum

Walking into Euro Delight is like stepping through a portal into the Old World You will find European groceries and fine foods, teas and sweets, mustards, condiments and spices. Have you been searching for German spaetzle and egg noodles? Those special packaged cookies from The Netherlands, the British Isles, Poland and Sweden? Or that favourite Dutch and Finnish treat, licorice – salt and sweet?

They have a wonderful diabetic-friendly selection of treats as well.

Euro Delight is an outlet for But‘n Ben, that most Scottish of bakeries. They deliver regularly, as does the Village Bake Shop in Orono, which specializes in Dutch baked goods.

The deli boasts meats from Dutch and German meat-packers and from Brandt meats – you can find gluten-free meats, and those with no artificial colours or flavours, and no by-products or MSG. And let’s not forget the cheese! Choose from over 60 varieties from around the world and right here at home, including goat cheese from Mariposa Dairy, Empire cheese from Campbellford and products from Manitoba.

And you can even sample before you buy!

Euro Delight has been family owned and operated for 25 years – and their tradition of excellence continues, whether you are looking for a specialty gift basket or a sandwich with a cup of tea. Yes, they have a lunch counter, and customers say their Reuben sandwich is the best in the Kawarthas (it’s made with their own sauerkraut!)

Visit Euro Delight in the Whitney Town Centre, 370 Kent St. W., Lindsay ON, online at www.eurodelight.ca and on Facebook, or call 705-878-4157.

Shops Mark's

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

Bigley Shoes and Clothing

Bigley Shoes & Clothing, Bigley's Beach House, Bigley's Little Shoppe, & Bigley's Cottage Kitchen 39 Bolton St, Bobcaygeon www.bigleyshoes.com

Overstock Liquidation

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

World's Finest Chocolate 157 Cockburn St, Campbellford

London Trading Post

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 St. E., Bobcaygeon www.londontradingpost.ca

EuroDelight

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

Supernova Fireworks

With over 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

Galleries & Museums Peterborough Museum & Archives

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

Hutchison House Museum

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

Maryboro Lodge Fenelon Museum 50 Oak St., Fenelon Falls www.maryboro.ca

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Art Gallery of Bancroft 10 Flint Ave, Bancroft Agnes Jamieson Gallery 176 Bobcaygeon Rd, Minden

Ethel Curry Gallery

94 Maple Ave, Haliburton

Haliburton Highlands Museum 66 Museum Rd, Haliburton

Canadian Fire Fighters Museum 95 Mill St S, Port Hope

Olde Gaol Museum 50 Victoria Ave N, Lindsay Scugog Shores Historical Museum 16210 Island Rd, Port Perry

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Kawartha Downs Horse Racing in the Heart of Cottage Country Standardbred horse racing has returned for another summer at Kawartha Downs. You can catch the action every Saturday night throughout the summer until the end of September, with the first race starting at 7 pm and generally running until 10 pm. While horse racing is the main attraction, patrons are often entertained by interactive performances, free draws for prizes and local musical entertainment. The crowd are often made up of a vibrant mix of local residents and weekend cottagers looking for something to do on a Saturday night.

“We work hard at creating an atmosphere that is family friendly and as a result we have seen considerable growth in our live attendance over the last two years. Fans enjoy the atmosphere - and given the free parking and free admission, it is the best entertainment value in the region” stated General Manager Orazio Valente.

While there has been some uncertainty about the future of Kawartha

Since 1994

Downs over the last few years, recent announcements signal that there may be some reason for optimism. The slot facility that was scheduled to be closed has received an extension to remain open for a number of years and adds another entertainment option to those that visit the site. As well, the raceway was recently sold to Romspen Investments Corp who have indicated that they are committed to horse racing and are looking at further enhancements to the property.

“If you haven’t spent a night at the track, whether it’s to enjoy our all you can eat buffet or you choose a hot dog or a Kawartha Lakes ice cream cone while you watch the racing action, we encourage you to spend a Saturday night with us. We are confident that you will enjoy the experience” stated Valente.

Kawartha Downs & Speedway (705) 939-6316 Hwy 28, Fraserville, ON www.kawarthadowns.com

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Barn and Bunkie When visiting Fenelon Falls, be sure to step off the main drag and stop by Barn and Bunkie, on May Street. Brandy Watson and her staff just celebrated their 3rd Anniversary and they can’t wait to show you what’s in stock right now.

Products by Canadian - especially local companies fill the shelves, with the focus being comfortable home and cottage décor.

Many of the items are customized in-house – stenciled pillows, paddles, etc. and refurbished or repainted furniture.

If you’re looking for lake-themed items, you can find everything from socks and T-shirts to mugs and décor, including items featuring the names of local lakes. The pennants, in particular, have been a hot item this season.

The adjacent Bunkhouse is a treasure trove of vintage furniture items, and if DIY is your thing, you can freshen up that special piece with Fusion Mineral Paints, for which Barn and Bunkie is an authorized dealer, or choose from their selection of vintage drawer pulls and doorknobs.

The Bunkhouse also provides space for classes and workshops which have become wildly popular in a short space of time.

Soap, candles, housewares and jewellery round out the offerings at Barn and Bunkie, and you just never know what else you may find.

Brandy’s motto is “Make life beautiful, one adventure at a time”, and her dream is to make it possible for everyone to tag along.

Barn and Bunkie can ship anything they sell – located at 7 May Street, Fenelon Falls, they are open year ‘round. Check them out on Facebook and Instagram, call 705-887-0304 or email brandy@thebarnandbunkie.ca

Marinas & Waterways Anstruther Marina (Pictured Above)

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

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

Buckhorn Yacht Harbour

Adam & Eve Road, Fire Route 25, Buckhorn

Peterborough Marina

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

92 George St N, Peterborough

Gordon Yacht Harbour Marina

2121 Nathaway Dr, Youngs Point

81 Front Street East, Bobcaygeon 705.738.2381

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

Birch Point Marina

442 Kawartha Lakes County Rd 24, Bobcaygeon

McCrackens Landing

2281 McCracken's Landing Rd, Lakefield

Young's Point Marina

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

Crystal Lake Marina

25 W Clear Bay Rd, Kinmount

Kawartha Adventure Rentals 4791 Hwy 28, North Kawartha

Town & Country Marine 2983 Buckhorn Rd, Lakefield

Wineries Kawartha Country Wines

Wine By You

Village Winery

The Village Wine Shoppe

Kawartha Lakes Winery

The Wine Shoppe on Park

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

6 Water St box 263, Fenelon Falls

1091 Chemong Rd, Peterborough 874 Ward St, Bridgenorth

392 Brock St, Peterborough

Public Beaches Sandy Lake Beach

Bobcaygeon Beach Park

1247 Lakehurst Rd, Buckhorn

Park St, Bobcaygeon

Selwyn Public Beach

Omemee Beach

2251 Birch Island Rd, Lakefield

2 George St S, Omemee

Ennismore Waterfront Park

Isabel Morris Park

981-1085 Ennis Rd, Ennismore

20 Concession St, Lakefield

Quarry Bay Beach

Garnet Graham Beach Park

2006 Northeys Bay Rd, Lakefield

Francis St. W., Fenelon Falls

Beavermead Park 2011 Ashburnham Drive, Peterborough

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Got Weeds?

Long cold winters leave cottagers looking forward to summer and swimming, but as the weather warms up, weeds become noticeable. Aquatic weeds are taking over the shorelines in many Ontario lakes and waterways, and can become so bad that swimming isn’t enjoyable, or even safe.

Weeds B Gone offers solutions to eliminate unwanted aquatic weeds with services and products that solve problems like excessive vegetation in water. Over the past twenty years, they have acquired a reputation for delivering excellent customer service, and are very proud of that.

Weeds B Gone has made significant contributions to improving water quality by installing continuous laminar flow inversion oxygenation systems; a land based compressor with sinkable tubing running to 5 non turbulent micro porous diffusers.

Muck at the bottom of lakes provides perfect breeding grounds for unwanted plants. Adding natural, beneficial bacteria and enzymes to consume the muck works two-fold; enzymes eat the muck, bugs eat the enzymes and fish eat the bugs. Without the adverse environmental impacts of chemicals, aeration systems are the most natural and effective long-term solution to water quality problems

Since 1994

Before WEEDSBGONE

After WEEDSBGONE

- they can result in a 4" to 6" reduction of bottom muck per year; less weeds, cleaner water, more fish and a better overall waterfront experience. The Weeds B Gone Do It Yourself Screening Kit is also a great way to control weed growth on your own.

The most immediate elimination of weeds is to have them harvested.

Weeds B Gone uses a Mobi-Track to harvest weeds and clean them out of the water; you can be swimming weed-free the same day.

Whether enlisting their services, products, or both, Weeds B Gone works hard to make sure that customers receive the specific results they want.

Visit www.weedsbgone.com and learn how the DeMarco family can help you and your waterfront.

Weeds B Gone – Enjoy a Weedless Waterfront 905 373 4422

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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

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

Rosey's Trading Post

1420 Mississauga St, Curve Lake

Legacy Vintage Building Materials & Antiques 540 Division St, Cobourg

Oak Road Antiques Collectibles & Curiosities 79 Front St E, Hastings

Cobourg Antique Marketplace 66 King St E, Cobourg

CraftWorks & Antiques At The Barn

Smith’s Creek Antiques

East of Eden Antiques

Princess Sodalite Mine

124 Lindsay Rd, Selwyn

6401 ON-28, Woodview

27 Walton St, Port Hope

31241 Hwy 28, Bancroft

Farmers Markets The Apsley Market

Last Sunday of each month

Bancroft Farmers’ Market

Fridays 11am - 6pm, 168 Hastings St.N., Bancroft

Bobcaygeon Farmers' Market

Saturdays 8am - 1pm, Bobcaygeon Fairgrounds, 47 Mansfield St., Bobcaygeon www.bobcaygeonfarmersmarket.com

Campbellford Farmers' Market

Wednesday & Saturdays 8am - 12pm, 66 Front St S., Campbellford www.campbellfordfarmersmarket.ca

Fenelon Falls Farmers' Market

Friday & Saturdays 11am - 5pm, Corner of Bond St. and John St. www.fenelonfallsfarmersmarket.com

Haliburton County Farmers' Market

Tuesdays 12pm - 4pm Head Lake Park, Haliburton www.haliburtoncountyfarmersmarket.wordpress.com

Kinmount Farmers' Market

Saturdays 9am - 2pm, Austin Sawmill Park on Victoria Cty Rail Trail, Kinmount www.kinmountfarmersmarket.ca

Lakefield Farmers' Market

Thursdays 9am - 2pm, 20 Concession St., Lakefield, www.lakefieldfarmersmarket.net

Lindsay Farmers' Market

Saturdays 7am - 1pm, Victoria Ave. Between Kent St. & Peel St. Lindsay www.lindsayfarmersmarket.com

Peterborough Downtown Farmers' Market

Wednesdays 8:30am - 2pm, Louis St. Lot (Louis at Charlotte St) www.ptbodowntownmarket.com

Peterborough Farmers' Market

Saturdays 7am - 1pm, Morrow Park, www.peterboroughfarmersmarket.com

Peterborough Regional Farmer's Market

Saturdays 8am - 1pm, Peterborough Square, lower level www.ptboregionalfarmersmarket.org

Minden Farmers' Market

Saturdays 10am - 2pm Milne St. & Prince St. www.haliburtoncountyfarmersmarket.wordpress.com

Bridgenorth

Fridays 11am - 6pm, Chemung Lions Park, 710 Red Pine Lane, Bridgenorth

Buckhorn Farmers & Craft Market

Tuesdays 9am - 2pm, 1782 Lakehurst Road, www.buckhorncommunitycentre.com

Havelock Farmer & Artisan Market

Fridays 2pm - 7:30pm, Oak St. & Hwy 7 E., www.havelockmarket.ca

Millbrook Farmers Market

Sundays 10am - 1pm (4th Sunday of the month, April to October) 1 Dufferin Street, Millbrook, www.millbrookfarmersmarket.weebly.com/dates.html

Glover's Farm Market

Daily 9am - 5pm, 14260 County Rd. 29, Warkworth, www.gloversfarmmarket.com

Johnston's Farm Market

Daily 10am - 6pm, 10704 County Rd 28, Bailieboro, www.johnstonsfarmmarket.ca

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Attractions Kawartha Settlers Village

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

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

Riverview Park & Zoo 1300 Water St, Peterborough

Indian River Reptile Zoo 2206 County Rd 38, Indian River

The Roseneath Carousel 9109 45, Roseneath

McLean Berry Farm 2191 16 Line, Lakefield

Peterborough Lift Lock World Historic Site

220 Hunter Street East, Peterborough

Treetop Trekking Ganaraska

10585 Cold Springs Camp Rd, Campbellcroft

South Algonquin Trails

4378 Elephant Lake Rd, Harcourt

Salem Alpacas www.salemalpacas.com Canada’s Smallest Jail Coboconk Haliburton Forest Astronomy www.haliburtonforest.com

Haliburton Forest & Wildlife Reserve www.haliburtonforest.com

Laveanne Lavender Fields 8667 Gilmour Road, Campbellcroft

Off-Road Facility 476 Ledge Hill Rd, Burnt River

GreenUP Ecology Park 1899 Ashburnham Dr., Peterborough

Garden Centres Griffin’s Greenhouses

Summer Fun

with Kawartha Settlers Village The following events are coming to Kawartha Settlers' Village - we hope you can join us, or come for a visit. We are open daily from 10am to 4pm.

Movies in the Barn on Wednesday nights in July and August at 7pm. Bring your own chairs, blankets, whatever makes you comfy and enjoy some great, family-friendly movies. The snack bar will be open and admission is by donation. The schedule can be found on our website on the events page under Movies in the Barn.

Join Kawartha Settlers' Village and the Boyd Heritage Museum on July 18th and 19th at 7pm for a stroll through local history, with an emphasis on the "spooky"! The tour will begin at the Verulam Cemetery and follow on foot to Kawartha Settlers’ Village. Age discretion is advised.

This summer join Driftwood Theatre for theatre under the stars as they celebrate the 25th season of the Bard’s Bus Tour with William Shakespeare’s most magical, musical comedy, A Midsummer Night's Dream.

The 4th Annual Bobcaygeon Craft Beer & Food Festival takes place on Saturday August 17th, from 12-7pm, featuring live entertainment throughout the day in the Murphy Barn and Gazebo, with offerings from 10 Craft Breweries, 2 Cideries, local artisans and food vendors. Note: This is an age of majority event, and we do not allow pets in the village during the festival.

More information on our events can be found on our website at www.kawarthasettlersvillage.org

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, www.griffinsgreenhouses.com

Horlings Garden & Design Centre 3056 Lakefield Rd, Peterborough

Keene On Gardens

1589 Keene 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

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Daytripping

The Renaissance of a Village Fenelon Falls Reinvents Itself with the Help of the Community Fenelon Falls is bounded by two lakes - Cameron on the west and Sturgeon to the east, with TSW Lock 34 connecting the two.

Historically, the village grew out of the lumber trade in the 1800’s, and was incorporated in 1875. Now part of the amalgamated City of Kawartha Lakes, the population of Fenelon Falls is about 1,800.

Nicknamed “The Jewel of the Kawarthas”, it has traditionally been a tourist destination – cottagers, casual vacationers and daytrippers swell the population from Victoria Day Weekend through Thanksgiving – and the beauty of the area, including the falls themselves, makes it a popular overnight spot for boaters coming through the locks.

As with all tourist towns, Fenelon’s viability is dependent on the economy – as it waxes and wanes, so does the success of the businesses who rely on the summer trade. In the last couple of years, a confluence of “new blood” and new initiatives has given the village renewed energy, which has resulted in a forward momentum and an unprecedented optimism.

The local Chamber of Commerce and its Events Committee run a series of successful events, beginning on

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Easter weekend, and concluding at Thanksgiving. The Kawartha Lakes Country Living Show has built on its 30-year history, and now features a three-day showcase of vendors, community groups and local artists.

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Snowshoe Kawartha's Winter Festival and 5K / 10K Ontario Cup Snowshoe Race – February 2020 Kawartha Yarn & Fibre Festival – June 2020 – vendors and classes.

Fenelon Fair (est. 1888) - July 19, 20 and 21, with midway by Homeniuk Rides, at the Fenelon Fairgrounds.

37th Fenelon Falls Show & Flea Market- Civic Holiday Weekend – Car, Truck, Bike & Snowmobile Show at the Fenelon Fairgrounds, sponsored by the Lions Club.

Simcoe Day – Civic Holiday Weekend – historic re-enactments, music, fireworks, street dance and more.

The 30th annual Kawartha Arts Festival - Labour Day weekend juried art show at the Fenelon Fairgrounds.

20th annual Fenelon Falls Santa Day – always the last Saturday of November - a full day of free family activities throughout the town, culminating in the nighttime parade and fireworks.

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Maryboro Lodge – the Fenelon Falls Museum – has become a hive of activity for kids and families, with programs and events running year-round, often in cooperation with other events in town.

popular place for Fenelon Falls selfies.

Another historic icon, the former railway station, is now the Station Gallery, a cooperative of local artists open from May to October.

Service clubs include the Rotary Club of Fenelon Falls, celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, and which was instrumental in the construction of the Splash Pad at Garnet Graham Beach Park; the Fenelon Falls & District Lions Club, best known for the Car, Truck & Bike Show; Fenelon Falls Legion Branch 238, which donated $21,000 back into the community in 2018; and the newly formed PROBUS club, which boasts over 200 members.

The Colborne Street Gallery opened last year, featuring Canadian fine artists, with an emphasis on local works. Another “new kid on the block” is the Fenelon Falls Brewing Co., currently renovating the historic Livery Stable, with plans to be open this summer.

Fenelon Live is dedicated to fostering live entertainment of all forms, and works in conjunction with various events to bring performing arts to town. The Senior Citizens Club of Fenelon Falls provides activities and programs for the well-being of our senior population. The Fenelon Falls Horticultural Society is 100 years young, and going strong.

Several years ago, the historic Fenelon Theatre was demolished, but not before the marquee was carefully removed. Through the efforts of a dedicated committee and with the support of the community, the marquee has been restored and erected along the canal, quickly becoming a

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No longer confined to the main street, the business section now spans both sides of the bridge – there is lots to see and do, from one end of town to the other. It’s a great walk, or you can hop on a bike from the new Bike Share rack by the locks.

Driven by forward thinking, and with the support of the community, Fenelon Falls is undergoing a renaissance, and the future looks bright once again for The Jewel of the Kawarthas.

For more information check out www. explorefenelonfalls.com Marquee Photo by Karen Suggitt

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Memories are Made at the Lindsay Exhibition World's Finest Shows Midway

The 165th Lindsay Exhibition (LEX) occurs September 18th to 22nd, 2019. The LEX is the 4th Largest Agricultural Fair in Ontario with over 45 000 people attending each year. New for 2019 will be the Family Fun Zone where the young and young at heart can try their hands at some circus skills, experience a full VR world, throw some axes, watch the WoofJocks or a stunt ventriloquist.

Here is a partial list of the other great reasons to attend: Throughout the 5 days: • Free pony rides • WoofJocks Canine All-stars shows • DooDoo the Clown & Tim the Puppet Tamer • Axe Throwing • Take a VR tour of farms and food processing facilities Wednesday Sept 18th • East Central 4-H Championship Shows • Commercial Heavy Horse Show • Demolition Derby Thursday Sept 19th • Market Lamb and Sheep, Hereford MOE Show • Commercial Heavy Horse Show • Truck Pull Friday Sept 20th • Light and Heavy Horse Breed Shows • Milking Shorthorn National Championship Show • Maine Anjou and Charolais Cattle Show • Market Livestock Sale • LEX Party! with Aaron Pritchett, Kira Isabella and guests Saturday Sept 21st • Light and Heavy Horse Breed Shows • Limousin, Shorthorn, Dairy Cattle Shows • Tractor Pull Sunday Sept 22nd • Hunter/Jumper Show • Angus, Blonde d’Aquitaine, Simmental Shows • Horse Pulls • Loretta Lynn Tribute Artist • Demolition Derby The LEX has something for every age group – young and young at heart – great Memories will be Made at the 2019 LEX.

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Juniper Island

Art Festival

Each summer the Juniper Island Art Festival opens its doors on the second weekend in August. With a one of a kind location the show is set in a beautifully restored, circa 1890’s, open air pavilion on Juniper Island, Stoney Lake Ontario.

This unique event, now in its 27th year, features a talented group of artists comprising permanent and summer residents of the lake.

Artwork, both on display and for sale, showcases a variety of media; including painting, sculpture, woodwork, ceramic, mixed media and photography. A wide range of subject matter, ranging from traditional portrait painting, to landscape, abstraction, furniture and glass means there is something for every palate. While much of the work displayed is by established, skilled artists, the show committee also seeks out and encourages emerging artists early in their careers.

The 2019 Juniper Island Art Festival opens its doors Saturday August 10th 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. and Sunday August 11th 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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There is a cash bar and live music both days, plus a free water taxi based nearby at Carveth’s Marina.

The art festival is the main event of the weekend, but Juniper Island is worth visiting in its own right. Very few lakes have what amounts to a recreational complex, community center, arts and music showplace all in one. The Juniper Island Centre also has a historic yacht club offering sailing lessons, a tennis club with a newly added pickleball court plus it offers swimming and canoe lessons as well. The newly restored 100 yr old Juniper Island Store offers casual food and snacks, and fun lake branded clothing. At various times during the summer, the pavilion features square dancing, movie nights, yoga classes, environmental camps, and a children’s masquerade.

Planning a visit? Visit the Association of Stony Lake Cottagers (ASLC) website for details www.aslcmembers.ca

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A New Face for Studio Tour in Haliburton County

“The Studio Tour - Haliburton Highlands” In Haliburton County one of the most prestigious studio tour events happens every fall.

Celebrating its 32nd year in 2019 visitors will notice some significant changes to the Tour.

This past winter, the marketing, media and brochure committees have been very busy creating a new look for the Tour.

Most noticeably the Studio Tour brochure itself is now a convenient booklet with an outstanding map in the centre. This booklet not only lists clear descriptors of the artists but also information for visitors to help them find events that they may wish to attend as well as places to stay, eat and shop. Visit the website at: www.thestudiotour.ca which also links to artists and gives information about the generous sponsors.

To enrich the experience of visitors, seven new guest artists have been invited. For the first time, these guests have been permitted from outside the Haliburton County boundaries. These are: Susanne James, potter; Albert Cote, imagination textile; Paul Savage, knives; Maureen Bennett, painter; Ian Varney, mixed media painter; Gayle McIvor, sustainable and wearable art; Mary Intven Wallace, painter. We look forward to the excitement these artists will bring to The Studio Tour.

To those patrons seeking the artists who have shown their work over the years, you will not be disappointed.

They are all still here and creating many new items and experiences to share with you.

Take notice of the spectacular banners in Minden, Haliburton and Tory Hill. These have been produced to help beautify the towns as well as to promote the artists who provided the images.

Invite your friends and family, pick up a brochure booklet and enjoy the excitement of the newly energized ‘The Studio Tour Haliburton County’- The first two Weekends in October.

By: Sylvia Rose www.thestudiotour.ca

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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

A Horse's Gift

First Nations people have long regarded the human/horse partnership as “two spirits becoming one.” We can choose to believe there is a spiritual connection between human and horse or we can choose not to. Many successful rider and horse teams believe solely in training and control, with no emphasis on connection. But, when you see certain horseman work with a horse and change the horses behaviour and reaction in less than an hour, it is easy to believe that some humans can connect with a horse in a way that defies explanation.

We are reminded of the explanation “two spirits becoming one”.

As we look at the spiritual connection with horses that some humans have, we can look at the program “Wild Horse Inmate Program” in Florence, Colorado. This program was started over two decades ago, and was originally a plan to use cheap prison labour to manage wild horses and prepare the horses for adoption.

An unintended result was the practical rehabilitation of hardened criminals. One inmate, named Morris, explained how he recognized in the wild horse his own fear. The horse's fear, and reaction to fear, mirrored his own. The horse was just trying to survive and lashed out by being aggressive and mean. Morris saw himself in that horse (an epiphany) and began to feel compassion and understanding, not only for the wild horse, but also for his fellow inmates, and for himself. Not only did this program save and put up for adoption the wild horses, but in many cases the inmates were emotionally rescued by the horses.

When living in the wilderness horses listen and trust their herd leader.

As flight animals this leader guidance saves them from predators.

That same trust, if earned by us, allows the same trust and guidance of movement under saddle - and reminds us of the ancient bond between horse and human. A horses gift to us is “two spirits becoming one” and our gift to them, is guiding their feet safely through a trust partnership and free from fear.

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

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Lakefield Animal Welfare Society

Caring for Animals, One Paw at a Time What began as a group of women working with feral cats, to get them spayed or neutered and to eventually find homes for them, has evolved dramatically. Twenty-seven years later, the Lakefield Animal Welfare Society (LAWS) is a testament to the efforts of those women.

LAWS is funded entirely by private donations, and the shelter for abandoned cats and dogs is run by a staff of nine, as well as over 120 volunteers. While LAWS is located in Lakefield, they have never turned down an animal, no matter where it came from, according to Mary Werner, who has been involved for 17 years.

When asked about the biggest challenges they face, Mary replies “Hoping we have enough room for all the animals that need to be taken in, and always worrying about having enough money, and a building”. Besides the ongoing expenses related to the care and feeding of the animals, LAWS is hoping to upgrade the outdoor activity area for their dogs, including constructing a pagoda to provide shade for the animals and volunteers. They also have plans to renovate the main cat area.

Mary adds, “We are proud to be part of this organization, and of this community which has supported us for over 25 years. We live in a very giving community, and they have made it possible for us to keep our doors open. My biggest hope is for the next generation to carry on our passion for animals, keeping LAWS viable for many years to come.”

Contact LAWS at www.lakefieldanimalwelfare.org, drop in at 2887 Lakefield Highway (formerly Hwy 28), or call 705-652-0588. They are open Monday-Saturday 11:00 am – 5:00 pm.

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There are several ways people can help: • Regular monthly donations through the S.T.A.R. Program (Support The Animals Regularly) • CanadaHelps.org for secure online donations, using VISA, MasterCard and PayPal • Visit their Amazon.com Wish List to donate supplies online • LAWS Thrift Shop – proceeds from the sale of donated items support LAWS. Thrift Store is open Tuesday-Saturday, 10:00 am • 4:00 pm for shopping and for receiving donations.

• Annual lottery which runs until December – anyone willing to sign out a few books of tickets is welcome to do so.

• Delta Bingo – be a player or a volunteer • Volunteer – anyone 14 years or older can help. Download the application from their website to get started.

Students are eligible for their community service hours.

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After seeing the Fireworks display for Canada Day my kids haven’t stopped talking about the Fizz and Boom, and all the lovely sparkling colours.

This is a quick and entertaining craft reminiscent of that warm summer night when their eyes sparkled with wonder. It is also a great one for keeping it simple when you need something fun to do stat!

You will need large sheets of paper, scissors, paper plates, paint and cardboard rolls.

Pick a few of those empty toilet paper rolls out of the recycling and snip inward to the middle all the way round one end until you have created a fringe of sorts.

Lay out paper plates, each with a different colour of paint. Dip and swirl your cardboard fringe in the paint. Use the paint covered fringe to make a print on a large piece of paper, the prints look like exploding fireworks!

hang or set aside to dry.

Once you have several prints in a number of different colours,

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This printed paper – if big enough, makes great wrapping paper for summer birthdays.

VEGETABLE GARDEN WORDFIND

TOMATO CUCUMBER PEA SOIL BEAN

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SQUASH PUMPKIN WATER LETTUCE ZUCCHINI

CORN WEEDS CARROT SUN BEAT

RADISH GROW PEPPER CABBAGE SPROUT

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Take That Vacation…

Your Brain will Thank You for it!

The more routine your life is, and the more dull and repetitive your job, the more your brain needs a vacation. Neuroscientist Michael Merzenich, of Posit Science and Scientific Learning developers of brain fitness programs - gives some interesting insights into vacation time.

“You can say that taking a holiday is a little bit like going back to childhood, when the world was full of wonder and everything you saw was full of things that you hadn’t expected or seen before - you had to calibrate it in your brain." Our brain functions best when we are alert and stimulated by new and challenging situations.

“One of the things that happens in your everyday life is that things can become so predictable, so controlled, and you can live a little bit of a dream-like life,” Merzenich said. "Our environments, after all, are constructed so that we are rarely surprised by what's happening in them."

So what are the healthiest vacations for your brain? You want a different and challenging environment full of surprises and

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wonderment. Trips to foreign locations, a canoe trip to uncharted waters, and volunteering with a humanitarian organization are a few suggestions.

The latest research validates the saying “A change is better than a rest”.

“Part of maintaining your basic vitality is contributing in a very fundamental way to sustaining learning rates,” Merzenich said. “In a sense, the more you engage your brain in ways that stimulate it, the more you’re doing to maintain your capacity to learn and to improve. It’s actually right at the heart of maintaining yourself in a fundamental sense.”

So, revitalize your cognitive self and take that vacation!

Submitted by; Brian Nashman Certified provider of Fast ForWord by Scientific Learning Director of Scholars Education Centres –Peterborough

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A World Class Art Experience Buckhorn Festival of the Arts The award winning Buckhorn Festival of the Arts has a timehonoured reputation for showcasing gallery-quality displays of fine art that appeal to a broad range of art enthusiasts and collectors. It is an annual weekend event featuring local cuisine and live musical entertainment. The Festival is proud to present an amateur art competition, youth art display and an interactive Art Activity Zone for all Festival patrons.

Our Mission is to connect the community and the Buckhorn Community Centre by creating and implementing an inclusive, sustainable cultural event. Our vision is to be the defining cultural event of the community. In keeping with our Mission and Vision, we have changed our name from the Buckhorn Fine Art Festival to the Buckhorn Festival of the Arts. In 2019 the Festival will include more diverse and contemporary mediums and genres.

The Buckhorn Festival of the Arts has been the major fundraiser for the Buckhorn Community Centre (BCC): an independently-owned, not-for-profit, charitable organization and the hub of cultural and recreational programs for families living and vacationing in the area. With the help of over 200 dedicated volunteers, the Festival provides a venue for visitors to participate in a world class art experience. Admission and parking are FREE. New for 2019, our name, Buckhorn Festival of the Arts.

Visit our website: www.buckhornartfestival.ca Located at the Buckhorn Community Centre 1782 Lakehurst Road, 30 minutes north of Peterborough, Ontario.

Weekend Festival Hours: Saturday August 17, 2019 - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday August 18, 2019 - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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Preparing for the Next Downturn There has been a lot of talk in the media and among financial market participants of an impending economic recession in North America. Some of this has stemmed from strained trade relations between the United States and China.

Headlines aside, the prospect for a downturn isn’t exactly surprising given that we have seen a decade of economic expansion and we are overdue for a pause in historical terms. Economic cycles are normal and the time in between recessions varies, though as of this summer we will have matched the longest expansion on record for the United States.

Since 2009, we have seen a number of false alarms, such as the troubles in Greece and the concerns of a sharp slowdown in Chinese growth back in 2015. As recently as last December, markets were becoming increasingly worried about interest rates being raised too much. Both the Federal Reserve and the Bank of Canada have since refrained from any further tightening. This helped equity markets during the first few months of the year, but the return of trade

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tensions in May caused investors to pull back.

Economists differ in their opinions as to when a recession may take hold, with the extremely bearish ones calling for it this year; while more optimistic ones see it taking place later in 2020 or 2021. I would place myself the latter camp, although China-US trade is a huge wildcard.

For retail investors, the important thing is to make sure your degree of exposure to the equity market adapts to the relative probabilities of continued growth versus recession. Currently, economic fundamentals still look positive and the decline in bond yields and mortgage rates could even give North American growth a boost through the summer. At the same time, the bond market looks overbought in terms of expectations for a near-term cut in official interest rates.

and we are watching the many economic indicators very carefully for clues as to the probable start of the next downturn. Today would be a good time to do the same, but always ensure you are discussing changes to your portfolio with your financial advisor.

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

In the last several weeks, our team has trimmed back exposure to both stocks and bonds, in favour of cash,

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COTTAGE COUNTRY MARKETPLACE Voted Best Antique Store in Kawartha Lakes

Grr8 Finds Markets

Grr8 Finds Markets is a gem nestled in the village of Fenelon Falls – two storefronts filled with treasures from a wide range of vendors boast everything from antique housewares and furniture to artisan creations.

Take a walk down Memory Lane with over 5,000 square feet of collectibles, nostalgia, antiques, home décor and gifts.

Whether you’re looking for vintage dishware and kitchen gadgets, seldomfound clothing and jewellery or handcrafted art made from wood or metal, you can find what you’re looking for.

Randy Meredith and his staff are knowledgeable, helpful and eager to help you find that special piece that you just have to have!

And if you’re just in the mood to browse, come on in – take a spin through the two stores at your leisure. Your trip to yesteryear won’t be complete without a stop at the old-fashioned candy counter, or a look through the collection of LP’s.

Vendors are bringing in new items every day, so come once, and come often – it won’t take long for you to understand why Grr8 Finds Markets was voted Best Antique Store in Kawartha Lakes for an eighth year.

You’ll be amazed by what you find at Grr8 Finds Markets, located at 27 & 29 Colborne St., Fenelon Falls. They are open 10am – 5pm 7 days a week. Call them at 705-887-4778, and follow them on Facebook @grr8findsmarket.

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EVENTS

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JULY 18 - 19 GHOST WALK 7:00PM - 9:00PM, The Boyd Museum, 85 Dunn St., Bobcaygeon. www.theboydmuseum.com JULY 18 - 21 NORWOOD COUNTRY JAMBOREE Norwood Fair Grounds, 48 Alma St, Norwood. www.norwoodcountryjamboree.com JULY 19 - 21 FENELON FAIR Fenelon Fairgrounds www.fenelonfair.ca JULY 20 ABBA MAGIC! 8:00PM Academy Theatre, 2 Lindsay St., S. www.academytheatre.ca

ENNISMORE SHAMROCK FESTIVAL 8:00AM - 3:00PM Ennismore Community Centre, 553 Ennis Rd. www.ennismoreshamrockfestival.ca

PIRATES OF STONEY LAKE CRUISES 11:00AM - 1:00PM Stoney Lake Cruises, 610 Mt Julian Viamede Rd. www.stonylakecruises.com JULY 21 LEARN TO FISH WORKSHOP 10:00AM - 12:00PM Beavermead Campground, 2011 Ashburnham Dr. www.otonabeeconservation.com

CRAFTS DAY AT HOPE MILL 10:00AM - 4:00PM Hope Mill, 3414 Hope Mill Rd. www.hopemill.ca

DREAMER – THE SUPERTRAMP EXPERIENCE 7:30PM Academy Theatre, 2 Lindsay St., S. www.academytheatre.ca JULY 24 PIE DAY AT VICTORIAN TEA 1:30PM - 4:00PM Maryboro Lodge: The Fenelon Museum, 50 Oak St. www.maryboro.ca JULY 25 CARVE A MINI PADDLE 5:30PM - 8:30PM Canadian Canoe Museum, 910 Monaghan Rd. www.canoemuseum.ca JULY 26 KAWARTHA LAND TRUST PRESENTS ANCIENT FOREST EXPLORATION 9:30AM - 12:30PM

Jeffrey-Cowan Forest Preserve, 81 Fire Route 10. www.kawarthalandtrust.org JULY 26 - 28 LAKEFIELD AGRICULTURAL FAIR Lakefield Fairgrounds, 25 William St. www.lakefieldfair.com JULY 27 PUPPET DAY WITH GLEN CARADUS 10:00AM - 5:00PM Maryboro Lodge: The Fenelon Museum, 50 Oak St. www.maryboro.ca

NIGHT SKY VIEWING 8:00PM - 11:00PM Harold Town Conservation Area, 2611 Old Norwood Rd. www.otonabeeconservation.com

PETERBOROUGH PULSE 2019 10:00AM - 3:00PM Downtown Peterborough, 396 George St., N. www.downtownptbo.ca AUGUST 2 A (MUSICAL) MIDSUMMERS NIGHT’S DREAM Kawartha Settlers’ Village, 85 Dunn St., Bobcaygeon. www.settlersvillage.org AUGUST 2 - 4 SIMCOE DAY "REACH INTO HISTORY" Downtown Fenelon Falls www.kawarthalakes.ca/events AUGUST 3 KAWARTHA LAKES PYRO MUSICAL 8:00PM - DUSK 1214 Little Britain Rd., Little Britain Public fireworks display choreographed to lights and music!

37TH FENELON FALLS CAR SHOW AND FLEA MARKET 10:00AM - 5:00PM Fenelon Falls Fairgrounds, 27 Veterans Way. AUGUST 10 TURTLES OF ONTARIO – LIVE DEMO 1:00PM - 2:00PM Warsaw Caves Conservation Area, 289 Caves Rd. www.otonabeeconservation.com

CASTLE BUILDING 10:00AM - 5:00PM Maryboro Lodge: The Fenelon Museum, 50 Oak St. www.maryboro.ca

THE HOOTENANNY ON HUNTER STREET 2019 12:00PM - 11:00PM Downtown Peterborough 396 George St., N. www.downtownptbo.ca AUGUST 10 - 11 JUNIPER ISLAND ART FESTIVAL Sat. 4:00PM - 7:00PM • Sun. 10:30AM - 4:00PM Juniper Island Pavilion, Stony Lake. www.juniperislandartfest.com AUGUST 11 KAWARTHA LAND TRUST PRESENTS FLEETWOOD CREEK HEADWATERS WALK 1:00PM - 3:00PM

Ballyduff Trails, 851 Ballyduff Rd., Pontypool. www.kawarthalandtrust.org AUGUST 15 - 18 HAVELOCK COUNTRY JAMBOREE #10 County Rd. 48, Havelock. www.havelockjamboree.com AUGUST 16 - 18 PETERBOROUGH FOLK FESTIVAL Various times and locations. www.peterboroughfolkfest.com AUGUST 17 BIRDS OF PREY – LIVE DEMONSTRATION 1:30PM - 2:30PM Beavermead Campground, 2011 Ashburnham Dr. www.otonabeeconservation.com

KAWARTHA LAND TRUST PRESENTS THE PATH TO AN ANCIENT FOREST 9:30AM - 12:30PM

John Earle Chase Memorial Park, Anchor Bay Rd., Ennismore. www.kawarthalandtrust.org

STAND TALL ART DAY 10:00AM - 5:00PM Maryboro Lodge: The Fenelon Museum, 50 Oak St. www.maryboro.ca

CRAFT BEER & FOOD FESTIVAL 12:00PM - 7:00PM Kawartha Settlers’ Village, 85 Dunn St., Bobcaygeon. www.bobcaygeonbeerfestival.ca AUGUST 17 - 18 18TH ANNUAL ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES SALE Sat. 9:00AM - 4:00PM • Sun. 10:00AM - 3:00PM Curling Club, Mansfield St., Bobcaygeon.

42ND BUCKHORN FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS Buckhorn Community Centre, 1782 Lakehurst Rd. www.buckhornfineart.com

SUMMER ART SHOW Whetung Ojibwa Centre, 875 Mississauga St., Curve Lake First Nation www.whetung.com AUGUST 18 FISHING WORKSHOP 10:00AM - 12:00PM Beavermead Campground, 2011 Ashburnham Dr. www.otonabeeconservation.com

WARKWORTH EAT IN THE PARK 11:00AM - 3:00PM Mill Creek Park, Warkworth. www.warkworth.ca AUGUST 23 BILLY JOEL AND THE PIANO MEN 8:00PM Academy Theatre, 2 Lindsay St., S. www.academytheatre.ca AUGUST 24 NATURALIST DAY 10:00AM - 5:00PM Maryboro Lodge: The Fenelon Museum, 50 Oak St. www.maryboro.ca AUGUST 25 FAMILY DAY AT HOPE MILL 10:00AM - 4:00PM 3414 Hope Mill Rd. www.hopemill.ca AUGUST 31 WATER BLESSING CEREMONY 10:00AM - 11:00AM Maryboro Lodge: The Fenelon Museum, 50 Oak St. www.maryboro.ca

3RD ANNUAL MEMORIAL BUTTERFLY RELEASE 11:30AM - 12:30PM Maryboro Lodge: The Fenelon Museum, 50 Oak St. www.maryboro.ca

LIVE HARNESS RACING

When: July - September 28 at 7:00PM Where: Kawartha Downs and Speedway, Hwy 28, Fraserville. www.kawarthadowns.com

MOVIES IN THE BARN When: Every Wednesday Night Where: Kawartha Settlers' Village 85 Dunn St., Bobcaygeon www.settlersvillage.org

GOWNS THROUGH THE AGES When: Wednesday to Sunday 11am - 4pm Where: The Boyd Museum, 21 Canal Street Bobcaygeon www.theboydmuseum.com

VICTORIAN TEA

When: July - August, 1:30PM - 4:00PM Where: Maryboro Lodge, The Fenelon Museum, 50 Oak St., www.maryboro.ca

AUG 31 - SEPT 1 KIDSFEST 10:00AM - 5:00PM Maryboro Lodge: The Fenelon Museum, 50 Oak St. www.maryboro.ca

30TH ANNUAL KAWARTHA ARTS FESTIVAL Fenelon Fairgrounds www.kawarthaartsfestival.com SEPTEMBER 8 DOORS OPEN 10:00AM - 4:00PM Maryboro Lodge: The Fenelon Museum, 50 Oak St. www.maryboro.ca SEPTEMBER 12 MAKE A RUSTIC SIGN 6:00PM - 8:00PM Canadian Canoe Museum, 910 Monaghan Rd. www.canoemuseum.ca

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