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Forging Relationships & Respecting the Dream Four Points Construction

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11 Canadian Made Windows & Doors - Monaghan Lumber 12 Outdoor / Cottage Living 15 A Truly Canadian Company - Lockside Trading 16 Those Were the Days "From Reel to Real" - Russ Sanders 21 Plan Ahead for 2022 - R&J Machine 23 Grass Lawns - The Not-So-Green Option 24 Landscaping with Buckhorn Sand and Gravel 27 Boathouse Boutique & Bikini Beans Café 29 A Yearly Phenomenon - Cottage Living with Dani 30 The Victoria Rail Trail Corridor 33 Fall Decor Inspiration - Griffin's Greenhouses 39 Closing the Cottage 40 Highlands Propane - Celebrating 30 Years and Moving Forward 41 Majestical Mammoth Muskie - Pro Angler Mike Williams 45 Daytripping in Cottage Country 46 The Canadian Canoe Museum 49 Roseneath Fair Memories - Peterborough Museum & Archives 53 Artist Spotlight - Brenda Sullivan 55 The Curve Lake Cultural Centre 56 Events 57 Doses - Singer-Songwriter-Musician Dylan Ireland 58 Daytripping Marketplace 61 Beyond Beleaf - Jacob Rodenburg 62 The Cattle Drive - Janice Ecclestone 64 Otterly Amazing - Riverview Park and Zoo Autumn 66 What is a Reverse Mortgage - Michael Cara

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Back to 'Normal'?

There is a crispness to the air, the leaves are making their annual change from green to gold and things are slowing down to accommodate a return to our non-summer schedules. For some, we mourn this time of year as the season changes; for others it is a cozy, productive time as we ready for the impending snow.

Perhaps you are celebrating the bountiful harvest that the season brings, and you are canning and preserving for the cooler months.

Cottage Country has so many thriving farms, and markets abound – all selling fresh veggies, fruits and meats. Now is a great time to visit vendors - a last hurrah at wandering market aisles outdoors.

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Welcome to the Fall issue of Cottage Country Lifestyle Magazine.

We welcome you to the fresh new season and invite you to get cozy, relax and give this newest issue a read-through. Here at the Magazine, we pride ourselves on keeping content local to Cottage Country. We strive to make a reader friendly Magazine that can stay on your coffee table and direct you to the very best businesses and locales in the region.

In this issue, you will find a wonderful directory of Autumn Studio Tours happening in the area. We encourage you to get out and meet the artists and makers who work to enrich our eclectic region with magical works of art in a vast variety of mediums.

“Winter is an etching, Spring a watercolour, Summer an oil painting and Autumn a mosaic of them all” -Stanley Horowitz

Our cover story comes from powerhouse contractors "Four Points Construction", who wish to help you with all your building and reno needs. Their stunning work speaks for itself, and they encourage you to acquaint yourself with them and check out their clients’ amazing reviews.

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You will also find fishing tips with our resident fishing geru Mike Williams; info from Elmira Stove Works on how to travel back in time with your kitchen to embrace a retro-chic vibe; where to find Vacation Property; Décor from the Boathouse Boutique; and tricks from Designer Michelle Berwick.

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Four Points Construction

Forging Relationships & Respecting the Dream Lake life is the dream of so many, and there is much to consider on the way to achieving the dream.

If you purchase a cottage or home on the water, there are usually changes necessary to suit you and your family. Maybe you have

finally found the perfect lot on which to build your dream from the ground up; the possibilities can be overwhelming. Perhaps you have decided the family cottage is going to become your retirement idyll – you may need someone with more objectivity than you to make changes to a space containing generations of memories.

Since 2013, Four Points Construction’s Tim Fosbery and Matt Moore have helped clients through just such design, build and reno quandaries by forging relationships and respecting the dream. Whether the project is a new build or reno, home or cottage, carriage house or boathouse, the same Four Points integrity, philosophy and craftsmanship are applied.

When Dave and Kim Kerr lost their boathouse due to ice damage, they decided to upgrade to a larger boathouse/man-cave. They did their homework. “We heard of Four Points by word-of-mouth; we investigated some of their other projects, which had great reviews,”

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Bruce and Cheryl Hotrum own a modest-sized but nonetheless beautifully appointed stone cottage on White Lake. When they decided to increase their livable square footage, they contacted Four Points’ Matt Moore, who describes the project: “We were asked to replace the existing roofed deck, expand the footprint and tie it into the main stone veneer cottage.”

Working with architectural designer MaryAnne Noffke, who put together the measurements for the envelope of the build, Four Points created a post-and-beam sunroom, with timbers to highlight the windows which frame the iconic lake view.

“Because this is a vacation property, we kept it traditional, with lots of wood to achieve a ‘cottagey’ feel,” Moore explains, adding, “The biggest challenge was tying the new build into the existing stone.”

Cottage owner Hotrum can’t say enough about that attention to detail: “Where the wood floor of the sunroom meets the exterior stone of the main cottage, every board has been scribed with such precision it looked as if the boards are growing out of the stone.”

Dave Kerr explains, “so we arranged to meet with Tim (Fosbery).”

Four Points has a very specific process which begins with the planning session. Kerr describes that introduction: “Tim’s a great guy, down-toearth, casual, but he knows what he’s talking about. He asked about our must-haves, budget considerations, etc., and came back with a plan that was over the top, way beyond what we could have dreamed.”

Located in North Kawartha, the 26’ x 32’ boathouse required a fairly involved marine installation with “lots of moving parts”, as Kerr described it – which meant bringing in another contractor for that aspect. “Tim works well with any building professional, whether it’s your guy or his guy.”

Hotrum continues to be impressed by the experience of working with Four Points. “Matt would press me for details, to understand exactly what I wanted so they could deliver it,” he says, and continues

“We would definitely work with Four Points again.”

Dreams come in all sizes, and whether you are adding a sunroom or building a brand-new home or cottage, Four Points will put their unparalleled work ethic and exemplary creativity to work for you.

The result is a stunning construction which makes a definite statement to marine passersby – more importantly it is exactly what the Kerrs asked for, and then some.

Four Points Construction info@fourpointsconstruction.ca www.fourpointsconstruction.ca On Facebook @ Four Points Construction 705-740-5740 Boathouse Photo Credit: Daniel Weylie Photography Sunroom Photo Credit: Celtic Roots Photography

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Canadian Made Windows & Doors

With everything you can think of readily available online lately, many people aren’t stopping to check to see if what they are buying is Canadian made. In today’s marketplace, we have all heard the sentiment ‘shop local’. But, why is it so important to support Canadian made building products?

Buying Canadian helps ensure your building products will be designed for our challenging climate and will perform well during our harsh winters and humid summers. In addition, products made here respect Canadian health and safety practices, ensuring both the labour and materials used are ethical and safe.

Monaghan Lumber is a big supporter of Canadian made. If you are looking to do some home renovations this fall, ask them about their selection of Canadian made products.

If it is windows and doors you are after, Monaghan Lumber highly recommends these two Canadian companies: KV Custom Windows and Doors and Lepage Millwork.

KV Custom Windows and Doors, based out of Concord, ON says “A great window, door or patio door begins with experience, knowledge and most of all passion. Our team is passionate about artistry and craftsmanship. Every member not only has a passion, but is backed by years of experience.”

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ensuring that the rich history in manufacturing remains part of the Canadian infrastructure.”

Lepage Millwork is based out of Rivière-Du-Loup, Quebec and for over 70 years has been a respected contributor to economic growth in Canada – they take pride in being a local job creator and work hard to use regional suppliers for their products.

As manufacturers of wood and aluminum clad hybrid/steel & PVC windows and doors, Lepage is a great choice for those looking to source Canadian made.

Lepage are also great leaders when it comes to environmentally conscious business practices, “At Lepage our commitment to be an environmentally responsible company is one we take seriously. We source out supplies in bulk from local and regional vendors and schedule product deliveries to maximise available space in each truck, significantly reducing air pollution from product transportation.

We also use 100% of all Lepage wood waste to generate heat and steam for our production facilities, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and ultimately reducing our carbon footprint.”

Perhaps you are upgrading your windows and doors, perhaps it is a new build you are planning – either way, Monaghan Lumber Specialties encourages you to shop local - and thinking Canadian is a great way to approach all your projects!

Monaghan Lumber, 2129 Davis Road, Cavan Monaghan (Peterborough) 1-800-354-3195 Phone: 705-742-9353 www.monaghanlumber.com FB @monaghanlumber IG @monaghan_lumber info@monaghanlumber.com

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Outdoor/Cottage Living So, you scooped the lake house, mountain retreat, house up on the hill of your dreams! But how do you design it without it looking like a wilderness resort? Don’t fret, this article has some tricks up its sleeves!

Painting the landscape Typically retreat or weekend holiday homes are purchased because of the view. Whether your picturesque view is of treetop, mountains or a body of sparkling waters, you fell in love with it! So, let’s play off that.

Use your view as your focal point. Draw inspiration for a colour pallet from the colours nature provides through your windows. Bring in accents of green or blue and maybe even a splash of golden yellow. Use natural textures which will complement the variety of natural textures in your environment. You can bring in these two elements of colour and texture through textiles such as drapery, pillows, and rugs.

Holding down the fort Weekend homes tend to take on the wear and tear of our everyday homes multiplied by one hundred. Typically, we carry in the outdoors with us mostly in the form of sand and water. The finishes that go into our weekend homes

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need to hold up to the environment they will be subjected to.

When thinking about flooring, we not only have to take the wear and tear into consideration but also the environment. Is your home heated all year around? Will you be visiting in the cooler months as well as the warmer months? How much water might your floors endure? Tile floors are the most durable when it comes to summer lakeside stampedes, water exposure, and so much more. For weekend homes with a considerable amount of water exposure, and for those who like a warmer material underfoot, vinyl flooring is a great alternative to tile.

Durability for upholstered pieces also needs to be considered.

Your typical canvas sofa will not fare well after a couple years of wet bathing suit bums, sand covered toes and family movie nights. Materials with a stain repellant treatment and heavy wear rating should definitely be used on main upholstered pieces such as sofas, sectionals and even lounging chairs.

A mix of two worlds Cottage country is known for its stellar antique markets and furniture shops, so it’s only natural to purchase these items for retreat homes. There’s no exact formula to blending the old with the new but we like to use these pointers as a guideline. An antique piece introduces a lifetime of stories automatically enriching your design. With these pieces comes rich textures, colours and details that will stand out amongst modern day furniture. Use these antique pieces as the off-side focal points in the room. A buffet in a dining room, an antique bedframe in the bedroom, a console or coffee table in the family room. These pieces are sure to spark a conversation.

Decorating with antique treasures will also bring character to your shelving, coffee table and dining table displays. Incorporating small 'found' items into your décor creates cohesion tying your modern-day furniture and décor with your antique pieces making nothing feel too out of place.

Framing the view Window treatments in any home are important and fairly straightforward, however in retreat homes they tend to fall into the grey area of “Do we really need drapery?”.

The answer is yes! Window treatments in a retreat home, whether it be a summer home or four season chalet, are more than necessary.

Using these tips will help you as you plan and decorate your home away from home, making it a place of comfort and relaxation – all set and ready for fun.

Award winning Designer Michelle Berwick is the Principal & Creative Founder of Michelle Berwick Design.

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A Truly Canadian Company You know Lockside Trading Company as a one-of-a-kind shopping destination, that is constantly changing throughout the seasons at their locations in Young’s Point and Haliburton.

Lockside designers take pride in the fact that 90% of their inhouse furniture is made right here by North American companies at incredibly competitive pricing. Conversely many interior design services outsource, and purchase items imported from overseas by international corporations like Wayfair, Home Sense, and Ikea. Plus, with the new high tariffs being applied to imported furniture they can finally put the spotlight on Canadian companies. Lockside also utilizes and refers other local businesses, trades, and realtors to help turn your dreams into reality.

At Lockside they understand that many of you are doing your best to ‘flatten the curve’, so they have expanded their design services to include virtual consultations that require little to no contact.

You know them for their unique selection of home décor, furniture, giftware, and their top-notch service. But did you know about their unswerving dedication to supporting local, Canadian, and North American companies?

Design the North American Way Lockside’s Interior Design service works with customers, to give direction and confidence in creating the space they dream of. With qualified interior designers and quality products, Lockside caters to customers on any budget, in any location, with any look and style. This service is also complimentary with your purchase and comparable to services that would otherwise cost thousands of dollars - at no charge!

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Supporting Local and Buying Canadian Made Lockside is dedicated to supporting Canadians by offering Canadian-made products at great pricing and superior quality and by specializing in custom Canadian-made furniture. Shopping locally and buying Canadian-made has never been more important, especially during the pandemic. By supporting your community and fellow Canadians, we make our country stronger, because where you spend your money affects us all, in-store and online.

Time tested, Lockside has been “A way of life” since 1987. Further, Lockside has been a major part of its communities for years, making it a key destination in Peterborough, the Kawarthas, and the Haliburton Highlands. It’s more than just shopping… it’s your onestop-shop serving you throughout the year in-store and online.

Simply visit www.lockside.com and contact them by email at shop@lockside.com or call 1-888-714-048.

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THOSE WERE THE DAYS

“From Reel to Real” Hollywood has made dozens of war movies, most taking an important event and creating a fictional story around it. John Wayne starred as an army, marine, navy, air force and coast guard hero in many military type movies although Marion Morrison, John Wayne’s real name, was never in any military service at any time.

“A Band of Brothers” was an entertaining WW II series and worthy of many accolades but it took several liberties with the truth. In one Hollywood reel scene the stars landed in a glider, took cover in a long ditch, spotted a large group of German soldiers and attacked but in actual real life recorded history, they were discovered by the Germans in that ditch, captured, and spent the rest of the war as prisoners.

“Bridge On the River Kwai” has always been one of my most favourite movies. The 1957 film starring Alec Guinness, William Holden and Jack Hawkins was voted by the American Film Institute as one of the best movies ever made.

On the movie reel, the Japanese had to build a bridge with a rail line over a river in order to transport supplies inland but were led by an inept Colonel Saito who was doing it all wrong. The British prisoners commanded by Colonel Nicholson decided to show their captors how to build a bridge but when the construction was completed, they realized they were aiding the enemy and it had to be destroyed. In real life, only the need for a bridge was true, the rest was Hollywood fiction. In real life the WW II event was called in part, the “railway of death”.

Japan’s navy had suffered defeats in the Coral Sea and at Midway and had to find a way to supply weapons and troops over land to further their Burma campaign. They decided to build a railway from Thailand to Burma, a distance of 415 kilometers over the densest terrain one could ever imagine. Part of that massive undertaking included many bridges, the movie Bridge on The River Kwai depicts the construction of one of them.

In the movie the bridge was destroyed, a Japanese troop train plunged into the river and Colonel Saito committed hara-kiri, a typical Hollywood ending but far from the truth. According to history, in reality 60,000 allied prisoners were forced to build the railway, 13,000 perished and of the 200,000 civilian prisoners held captive to work on the railway, 90,000 did not survive. The prisoners were worked eighteen hours a day although suffering from severe malnutrition, having to endure cholera, malaria, beriberi, torture, mosquito infested jungles, monsoon conditions and unfathomed cruelty. One section named Hellfire Pass demanded they physically cut through a mountain, records stated 69 Australian prisoners were mercilessly beaten to death and out of 1600 Australian prisoners only 200 survived. The Japanese officer in charge was convicted of a war crime and spent fifteen years in confinement.

The bridge over the Mae Klong River (River Kwai) was completed by allied prisoners of war in August 1943, seventy-eight years ago, although damaged during a British bombing raid in 1945, still stands as a functional railway and tourist attraction.

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When you gather, where is the space you most gravitate toward? For many families it is the kitchen. That’s where all the magic happens.

Friends and family connect over delicious meals, perhaps a few glasses of wine are shared. Recently the trend has seen many folks escaping the city and their modern homes in favour of the more rustic setting of the cottage. With working from home being popular these days, the cottage is winning out with more time spent in the wilderness.

Elmira Stove Works says many people are looking to update their kitchens as more time is spent at the cottage, but they often aren’t looking for the typical modern upgrade of stainless boxy appliances.

They are seeking a more relaxed, rustic, fun and quirky atmosphere.

This is where Elmira’s vintage-styled appliances have become popular! When you see a Northstar appliance you are greeted with fresh fun colours, smooth curved lines and bright chrome accents. The fridges were an immediate hit when they hit the market in 2001 and the line has expanded to include refrigerators, keg fridges, ranges, range hoods, splashbacks, microwaves and dishwashers – an impressive offering of

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twenty-three models in total!

Two of the biggest current design trends are mid-century modern and modern farmhouse – a perfect fit for Elmira Stove Works retro-modern appliances and Antique ranges.

Elmira Stove Works’ Antique line is also very popular recently, with homeowners and cottagers looking for something more rustic and nostalgic. These eye-catching appliances make a spectacular focal point in your kitchen, and the ranges are loaded with state-of-theart features to make your culinary experience more enjoyable, more convenient, and more efficient. Besides having a full-size self-cleaning oven and choice of cooktops, there is also an option for a warming oven and electronic control panel. What a neat option – to have an appliance that looks like its woodburning predecessor with all the convenient technology of a modern range. Elmira also provides options to go with your antique range – with matching refrigerators, microwaves, wall ovens and dishwasher panels.

Both the mid-century modern Northstar and Victorian Antique lines of ranges are available in gas, electric or dual fuel models – these are appliances with the most modern technology styled to look as if they came from another era.

Elmira’s connection to vintage appliances dates back three generations.

Founder Tom Hendrick’s father supplied woodburning cookstove parts to local Mennonites from his hardware store in Elmira, Ontario.

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In 1975, Tom saw an opportunity to supply complete cookstoves to the local market and, potentially, all of North America. He acquired the rights for the Findlay Oval cookstove, and began manufacturing in a former chicken barn just outside of Elmira.

The popularity of the stoves grew, and consumers soon began to ask for similar styling in gas and electric models. Hendrick responded, and the product line expanded to include a full line of gas and electric ranges with traditional styling and some of the modern features the company offers today. Fireplace shops, appliance stores and emporiums across the continent became an enthusiastic dealer network for Elmira’s growing line of products.

Though the company has grown and evolved in the years since its birth, one thing remains the same; their creative products are oneof-a-kind and have become well renowned in their industry.

“Last summer we purchased three appliances from Elmira Stove Works. SPECTACULAR!!!!! Our neighbours come over often to marvel at these works of art. We knew that our new appliances would be beautiful; what we didn’t realize is how modern, efficient, and wellmade they are also!” -Richard R, PA Elmira Stove Works is the only remaining Canadian manufacturer of major appliances, and they are a true original, making each piece a work of art for your home or cottage, and a focal piece for years to come.

It may seem like an unusual business plan – recreate from the past, with an eye to the future – but it’s a plan that has succeeded for Elmira Stove Works for over four decades!

Elmira Stove Works 285 Union Street, Elmira, ON www.elmirastoveworks.com 800-295-8498

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Plan Ahead for 2022 In many areas of Cottage Country businesses are having record years when it comes to selling out of stock. The price of building materials soars as more and more people buy supplies for DIY renovations, creating shortages and delays in many builds. The necessity to pre-order has become the new norm, and that preorder can be up to a year out depending on what industry the parts come from.

R&J Machine, a local business based out of Lakefield which designs and builds waterfront products, say they have never experienced an industry shortage like this.

They specialise in docks, boatlifts, marine railways and design-and-build services like boathouses, and say that currently they are waiting several months for specialised decking and winching products.

As leaders in their industry R&J Machine have been in the business of building waterfront dreams for over 45 years and they encourage you to think and plan ahead for 2022. If your dock was needing attention this year and you know it will need to be replaced for the next season of fun, get on it and order now. The Since 1994

team at R&J Machine are highly qualified and come with years of experience and a multitude of great 5-star reviews.

“We have been clients of R&J Machine for 12 years and are now in our second generation of their product line – mostly due to a hurricane on Rice Lake. Great looking and robust product, versatile options, fantastic follow up and very professional installation. We love our new lift dock solution from R&J Machine!

We highly recommend that you consider their solutions for your marine requirements.” – T&K Smith, Rice Lake So, if you are in the market for upgraded or new dock, boatlift or marine railway, don’t wait until spring and potential disappointment; talk to the team at R&J Machine this fall for your 2022 install. That way they can ensure all the products needed for your specific build are on site and ready to go for your full season of enjoyment next summer.

R&J Machine 1601- 8th Line of Selwyn Township, Lakefield www.rjmachine.ca 705-652-6731

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Grass Lawns

The Not-So-Green Option Before development came to your lake, chances are it looked quite different than it does now. Accommodating development likely required the removal of many trees, shrubs and other vegetation

naturally surrounding the lake. Deep roots associated with such native vegetation helped to reduce the amount of runoff entering the lake, intercepting nutrients, sediment, pesticides, and other contaminants.

They also helped protect against erosion by holding soil in place. In many instances, this native vegetation has been replaced with neatly manicured lawns and impervious surfaces. With its short root systems, grass lawns allow for more runoff to travel directly into your lake, carrying contaminants into the water. Grass also provides minimal protection against erosion. When it comes to your lake health, tidy lawns are a pain in the grass!

The result of seeing tidy lawns along lakefront shorelines is a lake environment which is not as healthy as it should be. Your oncepristine lake may now be prone to excessive plant growth and algal blooms. Suspended sediments may be causing the water to become cloudy, making it harder for fish to absorb oxygen and making prey less visible. When sediment accumulates on the bottom of the lake,

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it reduces important spawning and resting habitat and can smother insect larvae and fish eggs. A developed lake increases the chances of flooding during spring melts and storms. All of this is a consequence of taking a natural shoreline’s habitat and replacing it with a grass lawn.

The good news is that you can do something about it! By creating a shoreline buffer, you can help turn things around for your lake; the lake where you and your family like to swim, fish and play. A shoreline buffer is a strip of native trees, shrubs, grasses and perennials. If you leave a section of your lawn unmown near the shore your buffer will begin to grow naturally as seeds brought in by wind and wildlife take root and grow.

Or perhaps you’ll want to design a buffer with native plants with certain colours and which attract pollinators? Whichever method you choose, your shoreline and lake will benefit.

You don’t have to get rid of your entire lawn. While any size buffer is better than none, it is recommended that a minimum buffer depth of 10 metres be maintained with an ideal depth of 30 metres. Before long you will notice an improvement in your lake’s water quality and see more birds, fish, butterflies and other wildlife.

If you have not already, you can make the change on your shoreline property. Small steps can lead to real change. For more information on how you can show your lake some love, visit LoveYourLake.ca.

Love Your Lake is a shoreline naturalization program developed by the Canadian Wildlife Federation and Watersheds Canada.

BUTTERFLY: Photo by James Wheeler from Pexels HERON: Photo by Diego Madrigal from Pexels

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Landscaping with Buckhorn Sand and Gravel

As summer fun begins to slow, many of us start thinking about projects that have been waiting for attention. Fall is a great time to get stuff done a productive hustle before the winter weather blows in!

Landscaping definitely comes to the top of the to-do list, and fall is a great time to accomplish these bigger jobs so that they are ready for next spring and summer.

A great choice for all your excavating and landscaping needs is Buckhorn Sand and Gravel. They specialize in retaining walls, gardens, ponds, sidewalks, steps, patios, trenching basements

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excavation, roads, driveway construction, maintenance and more.

No job is too big or too small for Buckhorn Sand and Gravel and their dedicated team are up for any challenge - if you can imagine it, they have the know-how to get the job done.

Beginning in 1963 Buckhorn Sand and Gravel have been serving commercial and residential customers in the Buckhorn area for over

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50 years. With over 40 employees and a large fleet of specialized equipment and machinery they can handle landscaping projects of any size and type.

With their own quarry Buckhorn Sand and Gravel are a great resource for those who want to do their own work. People interested in purchasing stone product can go directly to their quarry, located at 400 Bass Lane, Bobcaygeon. Their natural limestone quarry is a large state of the art facility capable of serving all your rock needs. There, you can purchase crushed limestone gravel products, clear stone, decorative limestone, stone steps, flagstone and wall amour. At their Buckhorn yard (134 Melody Bay Road) you will find sand fill, screened beach sand, screened top soil and mulch as well as gravel and granite. All you need to do is Since 1994

pull up with your truck or trailer and they will load what you need; they also have delivery available.

Perhaps you have a new build on the horizon and you need a basement dug – or you have a new pool, and it could do with some landscaping love – Buckhorn Sand and Gravel are there to freshen up your outdoor spaces for ultimate enjoyment.

Whether you need a set of stone steps, a shoreline reconstruction, or an entire property transformation, get in touch today; one call does it all!

Buckhorn Sand and Gravel www.buckhornsandgravel.com Quarry: 705 927 5982 Main Office: 705 657 9311

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Boathouse Boutique & Bikini Beans Café Buckhorn is a town filled with character found situated at Lock 31 between Upper Buckhorn Lake and Lower Buckhorn Lake.

With one-of-a-kind shops and restaurants lining its main street, there is a little something for everyone; whether you stop in by way of car or boat.

Not new to Cottage Country – but new to Buckhorn we welcome Lakeshore Designs newest endeavour; the Boathouse Boutique and Bikini Beans Café to town.

The café offers a great selection of hot, cold and iced beverages and a variety of fresh baked goods to satisfy your sweet tooth.

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white exterior is fresh and modern; and with it’s trendy robins-egg blue door you can’t help but feel invited in.

Enjoy a coffee while you peruse the shoppe which offers a wide range of lake inspired home décor and giftware. There is definitely something for everyone in the shop which is styled and curated by Angela Jones and her team from Lakeshore Designs; a successful interior design business located in Lakefield.

Visit the Boathouse Boutique and Bikini Beans Cafe team at their new location weekdays 9AM-6PM and weekends 7AM7PM, you will definitely find something with which to return home with.

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A Yearly Phenomenon Cottage Living with Dani Every year, cottagers and campers head to their lakeside abodes and campsites. They arrive in vehicles filled with sleeping bags, canoes, paddles and life jackets. They unpack backpacks filled with lumberjack plaid, hoodies proudly bearing maple leaves and bears, and wool socks striped with a true Canadian red stripe. From the depths of their Jeeps, SUVs and family vans, coolers will be lifted out; their ice clinking the cans and bottles of locally crafted beer and keeping hamburgers and steaks cool until they get the privilege of being carefully grilled on a BBQ with a lakeview.

I am one of those campers and I do truly believe that this phenomenon occurs every year. Without a doubt, my coffee does taste better on a dock. That roasted cup of joe on a chilly morning, with a blanket wrapped around my shoulders and the early mist rising from the lake are what morning coffee breaks were meant to be. A cold beer cracked open by a crackling campfire, twilight setting in as the embers swirl around you. Yes please! A crisp glass of wine enjoyed on the dock to appreciate a sunset and the peaceful sounds around. I’ll take two!

Once everything is unpacked and in its place, the cottager or camper can then take a moment to kick back, relax and rest their weary feet.

Then, there’s the family menu of spider dogs, s’mores, campfire pies, tacos in a bag, these delectable camping delicacies seem so simple, but the smiles and the giggling and the sticky hands and faces of a roasted marshmallow are so much more enjoyed around a fire pit than a kitchen table.

At this point, an amazing event takes form. It takes place yearly – summer or fall, rain or shine, hot or cold, at cottages or campsites.

A phenomenon occurs when a camper or cottager opens their cooler - its contents taste better because they are close to a campfire, or a dock, or a lake.

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So, grab a stick, and grab those mallows, and grab that glass of wine and enjoy every single delicious morsel around that fire pit.

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The Victoria Rail Trail Corridor The Victoria Rail Trail Corridor (VRTC) is one of the most popular

and scenic trails in the Kawarthas. On any given day in summer, you will see everyone from cyclists and hikers to ATVs and dirt bikes enjoying this trail.

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The VRTC starts in Bethany and connects with the Haliburton Rail Trail (HRT) just north of Kinmount. In total it is 85 kms of reclaimed CN rail bed which has been converted to a multi-use recreational trail. There are some restrictions as to where dirt bikes and SxS can use the trail but other than that the entire trail is open to all users including our equestrian friends. In winter you will see snowmobiles, cross country skiers and hikers enjoying the trail as well.

One of the most scenic sections of the trail is between Garnet Graham Park and Northline Road in Fenelon Falls. This stretch of trail runs past some of the most historic cottages in the area as well as some of the largest and most beautiful waterfront homes. In some sections the trail is covered by a beautiful canopy of trees which are stunning in fall when the leaves change colour. Once you get a little north of the park the trail opens to an unobstructed view of Cameron Lake.

This part of the trail is breathtaking.

As you continue to head north, you’ll come to the iron bridge which crosses over the Burnt River. The bridge is about 100 feet above the river which allows for a stunning view of the river in both directions.

As you keep heading north you pass all types of terrain and wetlands.

This area is home to an abundance of wildlife including deer, moose, and bears. It has been a common occurrence this year for ATV riders to see a bear crossing the trail in front of them.

As you approach Kinmount you will first cross the Crego Creek bridge, another scenic spot for taking lots of pictures but watch out for the snakes sunning themselves on the wooden bridge. The next stop is the village of Kinmount. On a Saturday morning in summer, you’ll catch the Farmers Market which sets up right on the trail as you enter the village. Make sure you stop for some home baked goodies, farm fresh veggies and homemade crafts.

Another must-see is the Austin Sawmill and the dam, both just off the trail - you can’t miss them. If you still have energy and time to spare keep heading north and you’ll soon be on the Haliburton Rail Trail, which has its own beautiful scenery.

Regardless of how far up the VRTC you decide to venture you can always find lots to see and do - so make sure you add this destination to your list of things to do whether you live here or are just visiting.

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Fall Decor Inspiration Fall decorating can be a lot of fun!

What other time of year can you confidently accent with turkeys, pumpkins, witches and crows?

Normally we remove cobwebs from our homes, not add them!

Traditionally outdoor decor for October consists of straw bales, corn stalks and mums. Consider adding in ornamental cabbage or kale for a subtle splash of colour. These beautiful potted plants add fantastic texture, provide great shadows on a wall if illuminated with strings of lights or a spotlight, and can be part of the landscape well into November. They usually freeze in place and look amazing even with pine and cedar boughs – like a rosette in the middle of the arrangement!

You don’t have to add only small touches – you can go BIG! If you have access to an abundance of gourds (if not, why not grow them next year?), secure an empty obelisk into a fresh pot of soil and fill the obelisk on the inside with gourds. Mix up the colours and directions they are sitting, so they are all askew and whimsical. Or, add a number of pumpkins (brilliant orange or the subtle and classy white “ghost” pumpkins) in various sizes on the steps to your porch or front entrance.

Try one or two, in various sizes, on each step and tuck in a few potted mums for floral accent.

Unless your home is huge, your indoor decor projects should be small.

Bringing real leaves into your home can be messy, but very effective on the day of a party. To the arrangement on a table or in a vase, wind some grapevine and even some bittersweet collected from a walk in the woods. A basket with pinecones and gourds mixed together works in a country inspired home, or go modern with a sleek glass hurricane vase one-third filled with un-popped popcorn kernels, or nuts or candy-corn and a candle resting on top.

Let your imagination guide you as you create your own fall décor.

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Notes From the Garden:

Fall Coziness Isn’t fall just the most luscious time of year? The spring and summer’s hardest work begin to shape into something we can hold; a bouquet of sunflowers, a sun-ripened pumpkin from a garden we started months ago, a fresh, tart apple plucked from the tree. It makes the work all worth it.

As the days begin to shorten, in our home we transition from smoothies to hot tea with honey -while cold, quick breakfasts become warm cinnamon oatmeal or occasional pancakes.

As we gradually move indoors, we also begin to turn inward spiritually. We may plan for seasonal fun or pick up an old hobby in order to find comfort in the familiarity that comes with seasonal living - because the truth is, not all seasons are for growth.

At first, growth is exciting, but ultimately, plants and people can’t expand at the same rate forever. While the summer sun shines, perennials reach their blossoms outward, soaking up any praise in their wake; and as the seasons shift, the cooler weather encourages them to pull their energy into their roots, allowing all of their progress to retreat with it. To an untrained eye, your echinacea may appear to have died, when in truth, it’s preparing for its next burst of growth in the spring.

Humans aren’t much different. We’re not meant to focus on productivity year ‘round. We’re built to work with an ebb and flow, standing tall, sharing ourselves with the world, with a contrast of quiet, restful days spent pausing, planning, reflecting. It’s how we can unfold into our best selves.

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Here are a few ways to steep in a slower-paced autumn:

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Gather intimately with the right circle of friends.

Add candles to bring light into your home or add twinkly lights to a darker corner.

Rework a space in your home to make it more inviting.

Drink warming beverages.

Enjoy the glow of a fire in a wood stove or someone’s backyard.

Try a savoury new recipe in the kitchen.

Start a journal to jot down some hopes and dreams for the days to come.

Take daily walks in nature and enjoy coming back home to the warmth.

Learn to knit, crochet or take up another handcraft.

Read a book from your bedside table stack.

Add some gentle exercise to your routine.

Write a handwritten letter to someone far away.

Obviously, we can’t stop for the entire season of darkness - we are Canadian after all - but we can make room for balance and listen to what calls us toward more restful activities. It’s not about ticking the box beside all the things on the list, but intentionally choosing something to nourish the spirit as we move towards darkness, collecting our energy into our roots to sit tight for spring.

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Canning ‘someday you’re going to want to know this’ There is something delightful about creating long-lasting sustenance for your family, from growing the veggies and fruits right through to preparing them and canning them into preserves, jams, jellies and pickles. Hearing the pop as jars seal, and doing a little happy dance for delicious treats to be had during the colder months of the year.

For years I can remember watching my Mum can everything from pickles to relish, salsa, fruit and beyond. I always enjoyed eating the food, appreciating the fruits of her labour. She always tried to coax me to help, saying ‘someday you’re going to want to know this’. As a kid it seemed irrelevant, as a teenager it seemed unnecessary, as a twentysomething it seemed time consuming. Now, well into my thirties, it seems extremely important! I now have a family of my own, who I am trying to feed healthy homemade foods, and using what we have grown to create delicious food which will sustain us year 'round is, well, pretty remarkable!

or so jars each time, and a few burned fingers, I have gotten to know the ropes of basic canning.

I am becoming more proficient at canning on my own now, and regularly peruse Pinterest for recipe ideas. I have armed myself with the necessary tools, the tongs to take the hot jars out, the big canning pot, bravery. One of my yearly go-tos is a sweet onion balsamic relish. After trial runs with a few recipes, I couldn’t find a recipe that quite suited me, so I took the parts I liked from several recipes and made my own. I chopped, sautéed, boiled and voila! What a liberating feeling to create something of your very own.

Delicious gooey, sweet and savoury sweet onion balsamic relish, best served with brie cheese and crackers. Fall is the perfect time to preserve your favourite comfort foods for the winter ahead.

For the past few summers, I have spent the hottest day of the season in my Mum's kitchen excitedly learning the ropes of her famous Dill Pickles. I have rinsed, boiled, stuffed, sliced and peeled. Finally, after 50

Sweet Onion Balsamic Relish (Makes approximately 4 cups) You will need: • 4 Large Sweet Onions • 4 Tablespoons Butter • 6 Heads of Roasted Garlic • ¼ Cup Packed Brown Sugar

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4 Tablespoons Olive Oil ¼ cup Balsamic Vinegar ¼ Cup Honey Salt and Pepper

1. Peel onions and roughly chop.

2. In medium saucepan heat the butter and olive oil on medium/high and add onion. Cook, stirring often, until the onion is soft (around 7 minutes).

3. Squeeze the roasted garlic heads out of their casings & into the pan and carry on cooking on medium/high until all the excess moisture has cooked off (10-15 minutes).

4. Add honey, brown sugar, balsamic vinegar and salt and pepper to taste.

5. Cook while stirring frequently for 15-20 minutes or until the mixture is thick and sticky, and a dark rich brown.

6. Add to jars (I used 125ML jars) and can/seal using the ‘hot bath’ method.

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The Smell of Autumn As the air starts to cool and the leaves change colour, there is one smell which has always reminded me of the crisp days of autumn and that is cinnamon. From applesauce and ciders to pumpkin pie and sweet potato casseroles, the autumn pantry is abundant with the glorious medicine.

well-known known for its supportive function in regulating blood sugar and pancreatic function, making it a good friend for folks struggling with diabetes. Please ensure you work with a qualified natural health practitioner if you are working through any chronic health conditions.

Warming us from the inside, cinnamon is a friend to the digestive system, helping to support the process of digestion and aiding in pesky issues such as bloating, gas, spasms, indigestion, and overindulgence. It is no wonder that many of our traditional fall favourites are laden with this spice, as it is a time when we celebrate with food.

This is just a taste (pun intended) of the amazing medicine cinnamon has to offer us, so do not forget to add just a dash of spice to your life this autumn.

Few know of cinnamons properties in terms of penetrating deep into tissues and aiding in healing, making it a lovely ally to explore for topical pain relief in salves or ointments. Remember to use her sparingly on the skin because she is spicy! Cinnamon is also

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Closing the Cottage I hope that everyone has taken the opportunity to enjoy this beautiful summer that we have had. From what I’ve heard, the fall is also going to be nice, and long.

Fall is so beautiful here in cottage country but it is also a reminder that I need to get the cottage ready for the offseason. Sad, but true.

• Flush a double dose of septic treatment to keep it active for the winter. Chopped up liver works very well for this as well.

I’m sure that most of you have done this a time or two, but some haven’t. Besides, it’s always good to review and ensure that all the bases are covered.

• Start shutting down the plumbing. If you are on a well then simply flip the breaker.

If you use a jet pump, then unplug it and disconnect the inlet end. Open the outside and inside taps and flush the toilets. Don’t forget to disconnect the dishwasher and washing machine if you have them.

• First, start outside. Put all chairs, tables, toys and umbrellas inside if possible. Don’t forget the BBQ, and put the tank in a shed.

• Run all of your gas powered machines until they run out of gas, then store in a shed.

• You can cover your windows outside or in for security, and to protect your fabrics.

• Close the flue on the woodstove or fireplace and change batteries in smoke alarms.

• Strip beds and pack any clothes and toiletries to take home.

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• Flip the breaker for the water heater then close the top valve. Connect a hose to the bottom drain, open it slowly and be careful, the water is still hot.

• Pour an ample amount of plumber’s antifreeze down each toilet and the drains of sinks, showers and washtubs.

• Turn off the breakers for everything that won’t be used until spring, and unplug what you can in case of a power surge.

Leave power on for sump pumps, alarms and motion sensitive exterior lights.

The mechanical aspects of the building are likely the most important and make it easier for you to re-open come springtime.

Now pack up the cupboard goods and fridge contents and leave the fridge door ajar.

Once your vehicle is loaded up, do a final walk around inside and out, and maybe even take a few pictures.

If you have a company to watch over your retreat, now is the time to call and let them know that you are gone for the season.

Take one last deep breath of cottage air; now you’re ready to head out.

Dave Linkert

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Highlands Propane

Celebrating 30 Years and Moving Forward

In 1991, 21-year-old Shawn Bellwood had a plan. He would purchase a propane delivery truck and deliver to trailer parks for the summer, park the truck in October and continue with his job at the Fenelon Falls arena in the winter.

Charging $9.00 for a 20-lb refill, Shawn, along with brothers Andy and Jim (ages 14 and 9, respectively) would head out to deliver propane to their customers. Jim recalls that soon after they raised the price to $10.00 because carrying loonies around for change was awkward.

As Bellwood was hanging up the keys for the winter, a construction company working near Dorset called because they needed their 100-pounders refilled regularly over the winter. And that was what kickstarted Highlands Propane into a full-time business.

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Still living at home, head office was Bellwood’s bedroom – with a computer desk, a separate phone line and answering machine. The business quickly expanded to include service and installations.

In 1994, Bellwood purchased the former Truck Stop on Hwy 35, and that’s when the business really took off. The fleet was expanded, staff increased, and in 2015 two 30,000 gallon tanks were installed to meet the demands of Highlands’ ever-growing customer base.

Technology was incorporated to provide a more efficient and timely delivery system to thousands of customers in Kawartha Lakes, from Huntsville and Haliburton County to Port Perry and Peterborough County, and beyond.

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Exemplary customer service has been the hallmark of this company for 30 years, borne of a family long dedicated to community service and strong family values. Shawn Bellwood credits his late father, Roger, with giving him the prodding he needed to take a chance. “He told me ‘you’ll never know unless you try’”.

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Majestical Mammoth Muskie Pro Angler Mike Williams When summertime draws to an end, the water temperatures start to drop and the lake becomes littered with colorful fallen leaves. This is the time of year that avid Muskie anglers, “muskie maniacs” as they are affectionately called, get their heavy tackle out and begin the pursuit for the mythical monster muskie. These mammoth majestical beasts are the legends of freshwater folklore and tantalizing tall tales are told of the giants that roam the depths of cottage country lakes. During the autumn months muskie begin their quest to fatten up for the long winter months, foraging and gorging on almost anything that swims.

There are even stories, although rare in occurrence, of these huge fish mistakenly attacking human appendages for their prey.

The key to all of these is having deep water nearby.

Any way you choose to approach fishing for these giants be sure to have the right equipment onboard. An extra heavy Muskie rod and reel combo is an absolute must.

Spool this up with heavy braid 50-80lb and be sure to tie a heavy-duty leader on to avoid the heartbreak of having your line cut by their teeth or gill plates. Extra care should be taken when handling Muskie as they have a mouthful of razor-sharp teeth and can easily cut your hand or fingers - gloves are a good idea. A good muskie cradle or a big rubber coated net is key to landing these fish. A large pair of pliers and jaw spreaders is necessary for getting fish unhooked. Also, a pair of hook

cutters is also a great idea in case you have to cut hooks in order to get the fish back in the water in a timely matter. Take a quick picture, measurement, weight and remember to take the time to revive these monsters with care before releasing this precious resource back to the lakes for others to enjoy.

If you are lucky to entice a strike and hook one of these powerful monsters up, hang on for the fight of your life, a fish of a lifetime and a memory that will last forever.

Good Luck, Tight lines and Happy Fishing!

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Known as the fish of a thousand casts, Muskie are the apex predators and can be notoriously difficult to catch; it takes plenty of patience and persistence in order to be successful.

There are many different techniques that can be used when targeting Muskie.

Here are some of my favorites.

1) Trolling 12-14” crank baits on deep weed lines or channels adjacent to deep water at speeds up to 5mph. They are known to chase down fast-moving baits and long trolls can be very productive. Some anglers even troll a line in the prop wash of the boat to get them to bite.

2) Casting shallow rock points or shoals with in-line buck tail spinners or spinnerbaits.

At the end of each cast remember to do a figure 8 when your bait gets near the boat.

This technique consists of sticking your rod tip in the water and moving your bait in a figure 8 motion as muskies are known to frequently follow baits to the boat and will strike using this method.

3) Casting big jerk baits such as Suicks over deep water humps. This tactic can be tiresome but is highly effective.

4) Casting top water baits such as the top raider for enticing exciting top water explosions.

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Recipes

BUTTERNUT SQUASH STRUDEL Flaky phyllo pastry wrapped around shredded, cinnamon-scented butternut squash. The perfect fall pastry.

Ingredients • 1 package frozen phyllo dough, defrosted • 1 butternut squash, peeled, seeded and chopped • ½ cup granulated sugar, more to taste • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon • ½ cup panko • ¾ cup butter, melted • icing sugar, for dusting Instructions 1. Defrost phyllo pastry and let it come to room temperature.

2. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Melt the butter and set aside.

3. Prepare the filling: Shred the peeled butternut squash using a food processor with a fine grating blade. Transfer to a large bowl. Sprinkle with sugar and

cinnamon, toss, cover and let sit for one hour.

4. Sprinkle the squash with the panko and toss. Taste and then adjust sweetness by adding a bit more sugar (up to ¼ cup).

5. Fill the strudel: Place one sheet of phyllo onto your work surface with the longest sides positioned left and right. Drizzle the dough with 1 tablespoon melted

butter. Repeat process two more times laying each new sheet of dough onto the previous one. (3 sheets).

6. Spread 1 cup of the filling widthwise across one half of the rectangle of dough. Fold a ½-inch of dough over the left and right side of the filling. Fold the same

amount of dough up along bottom edge of the phyllo dough. Gently roll the strudel up to form a uniform roll with the left and right edge neatly tucked in.

Transfer to a parchment lined baking sheet with the edge of the dough placed under the strudel. Repeat five additional times, six strudel in total.

7. Transfer the strudel to the oven and bake for 40 minutes, or until strudel are a rich, golden brown.

8. Cool for 10 minutes before dusting with icing sugar. Cut into 4-inch pieces and serve.

GLUTEN-FREE SWEDISH PANCAKES Light, extra-thin pancakes made from milk, eggs and gluten-free flour, then served with an assortment of fillings.

Ingredients • 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour • 4 cups homogenized milk • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt • ¼ cup granulated sugar • 3 eggs, room temperature • 2 tablespoons butter, melted Instructions 1. Prepare the batter: Stir flour, sugar and salt together in a medium-sized bowl. Whisk eggs and half of the milk together in a large measure or bowl. Whisk in the

flour mixture followed by the remaining milk and melted butter, mixing until there are no more lumps.

2. Prepare the pancakes: Bring a non-stick skillet to temperature on moderate heat. Ladle about a ¼ cup of batter into the skillet. Immediately lift the skillet, gently

tilting it so the batter coats the pan evenly. Return pan to heat and leave pancake to cook until the edge turns golden in colour and the surface of the pancake

goes from glossy to matte. Run a silicone or pan-safe spatula along the edge of the pancake to loosen it, then turn onto a large plate. Repeat until all of the batter is used.

3. Serve pancakes: Pancakes can be enjoyed with a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar, ground nuts or jam then rolled into a tube. They can also be filled with fresh fruit,

spreads and whipped cream before getting folded up into quarters. Finally, they can be folded into quarters and served with maple syrup.

Watch the video on the Weekend at the Cottage YouTube Channel.

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Fall Daytripping in Cottage Country

Fall is here, now get out and do a little exploring! Daytripping in Cottage Country offers so much to see and do, and we would love to show you around the region.

From Peterborough’s Canadian Canoe Museum and Riverside Park & Zoo to area heritage settings and the Indian River Dinosaur Park near Norwood, there is so much on offer for your next family outing. Lang Pioneer Village in Keene and Kawartha Settlers Village in Bobcaygeon offer a trip back in time and a definite learning experience. The Curve Lake Cultural Centre invites you to immerse yourself in their indigenous culture, and Petroglyphs Provincial Park in Woodview is an amazing experience to take in when the fall colours are at their peak.

Needing a little nourishment while on the road? Chuckwagon BBQ in Douro has freshly smoked delicious offerings for takeout, and right next door you will find the Kawartha Butter Tart Factory to satisfy your sweet tooth; Blacks Distillery welcomes you to their patio in Peterborough and invites you to try some of their locally made spirits. In Fenelon Falls The Locker at the Falls waits to

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welcome you, and Euro Delight has the best selection of cheese in Lindsay!

And oh, the shopping – our towns and villages offer some of the best destinations, where you can find literally anything you can imagine, and then some. Fenelon Falls is home to fabulous antiquing at Grr8 Finds Markets and Treasures by the Locks, and Snow ‘n Sand combines beachwear and a year ‘round Christmas shop; Buckhorn’s Boathouse Boutique offers home and cottage décor – and all of these are within a pleasant drive in the cottage country region, whether by road or by water – perfect for a day trip.

If being out and about still isn’t your thing, most of our shops offer online shopping with curbside pickup or delivery. Restaurants are happy to provide takeout and some even make use of local delivery services for your comfort and convenience.

Whatever your plans this fall, we hope you and your family stay safe, have fun and support our local economies.

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The Canadian Canoe Museum Creating a better, more integrated visitor experience There is excitement in Peterborough as the final planning stages of the Canadian Canoe Museum’s relocation are about to give way to shovels in the ground.

The new site, situated on Little Lake north of Beavermead Park, will see the museum being built on a flat portion of the property along Ashburnham Drive.

The new museum will enable CCM to house 100 per cent of the museum’s canoe collection in a building that meets Class A conservation standards, directly on the water, which allows for increased on-water and in-person programming. Using its existing pieces, all exhibits will be brand new, using new configurations and new

technologies to enhance the interactive experience.

CCM’s Rachelia Giardino talks about the current educational programming and workshops which are at the core of the museum’s outreach. Students from across the province participate in interactive programming like building the structure of a kayak, dressing up and singing traditional songs, and making bannock in the kitchen, to name a few. Staying overnight at the museum, sleeping among the exhibits - even under the shadow of the huge voyageur canoe – is a popular option.

People come from across Canada and the United States to engage in immersive

INTERIOR ATRIUM – NORTH The public atrium of the Canadian Canoe Museum features soaring double-high ceilings and beautiful exposed mass timber elements as well as views into the Museum’s Collection Centre.

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workshops and learn from skilled craftspeople. The workshops include paddle-making, crafting a leather-bound journal, various textile projects, learning how to restore a canoe, and planning a back-country camping menu.

“The energy in these workshops is amazing,” Giardino explains.

“People get to work with their hands to create a connection with history.”

Giardino goes on to say “With this new space, we will take programming we have worked years to refine and bring it to the next level.” She added that people can

INTERIOR ATRIUM – SOUTH From the entrance of the Museum looking south, visitors experience the impressive, curved façade of the building and get a glimpse of the large fireplace in the café lounge.

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Honouring and Respecting Indigenous Peoples The Canadian Canoe Museum sees the new building as an opportunity to respond to the Truth and Reconciliation Call to Action. As part of this process, the museum is “walking back” or tracing the canoes and kayaks in the collection to their home communities, and working with Indigenous Elders, knowledgeholders, and community liaisons to learn more about the history and stories these vessels carry.

In collaboration with Indigenous communities across the country, CCM is working to ensure the history, cultures, languages and perspectives are present in the new exhibits, and that they are honoured and celebrated.

“At this time in Canada, we are beginning a process for Truth and Reconciliation. Together, we need to learn, understand and acknowledge our shared history. We can’t do that without first knowing and understanding the impact of the canoe in Canada’s story, from those very early times when the first visitors came to our shores. The Canadian Canoe Museum provides us with an opportunity to learn, to feel, to smell, and to see the canoe in its diversity and endurance.”

continue that connection with the land by camping next door at Beavermead campground.

VICTORIA GRANT, TEME-AUGAMA ANISHNABAI QWAY Chair, Canadian Canoe Museum Board; CCM National Council Member; Past Chair, Community Foundations of Canada

Museum curator Jeremy Ward sums it up by saying “The new museum will offer a full palette of exciting new experiences and discoveries for visitors that we have only dreamed of! Our exhibition hall will host a brand-new suite of permanent and temporary exhibits. Visitors will also be able to sign up for a curated back-ofhouse tour that takes them inside a soaring hall that houses more than 500 canoes and kayaks from across Canada and the globe. Last but not least, meeting with canoe-makers-in-residence, or carving your own canoe paddle in our artisan studio will be the perfect launching point to setting up visitors for a paddle on the lake in one of our many canoes.”

Go to www.canoemuseum.ca/new.museum for information on the new museum - which is expected to open in the summer of 2023 – and details regarding fundraising and how you can support this project.

LAKEFRONT TERRACE The public terrace directly off the Museum’s café offers scenic lakefront views and a large fireplace for the public to enjoy.

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Agricultural fairs, many of which occur in September and October, are an important part of rural Ontario life. While big exhibitions – like Toronto’s CNE – may be more famous, smaller area fairs mean just as much to their communities.

Northumberland County’s main fair is at Roseneath, held the last weekend of September or first weekend in October. 2019 marked the 151st Roseneath Fair, but COVID has postponed the 152nd until 2022.

As a boy, I eagerly looked forward to “The Fair”. There were beautifullygroomed horses on show and draft teams competing to pull the biggest loads, as well as various breeds of cattle, sheep, pigs, and poultry on display for judging. Rodeo events were a popular draw – my cousin was a barrel-racer so we always cheered him on. There were art and creative writing contests for schoolchildren. Prizes were given for the best and biggest produce categories, and also for baked goods and preserves.

For anyone with a sweet tooth (long lines indicated I was not alone), there was the pulled taffy booth where you could watch the proprietor throw a thick loop of taffy over a hook and repeatedly pull it out several feet; for a dime you could buy a dozen waxed paper-wrapped taffy sticks – which lasted at least until we got home, or maybe a bit longer.

The main reason for children to attend The Fair, however, was to ride the merry-go-round. This is a 1906 C.W. Parker carousel, built in Abilene, Kansas. It was bought by the Roseneath Agricultural Society in 1932 and later fitted with a Wurlitzer Military Band Organ. During my childhood this ride only ran on fair days, but since has been restored (and renamed “The Roseneath Carousel”) and now regularly operates each summer. The carousel has special meaning for my family because my blacksmith grandfather used to shoe the painted basswood horses while his little daughter, my mother, watched from one of the boats.

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or to ride the Carousel, do attend the Roseneath Fair and make some fun memories. See you there!

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

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Autumn Studio Tours 2021 The finest kind of daytripping adventure The days are getting shorter, the leaves are beginning to turn, and pumpkin spice is everywhere. That can mean only one thing – Autumn Studio Tours are here. Beginning September 11, you can take a self-guided Tour every weekend up to and including Thanksgiving.

If you are a first-timer, you are in for a treat. The Studio Tour experience is not like visiting a gallery or a gift shop. Juried artists from six different Studio Tours are ready to welcome you into their creative worlds, where you can learn about their inspiration, their

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process and why they love what they do. They have all struggled during the pandemic with the cancellation of arts festivals and other shows, but their dedication to their craft has not wavered.

Some artists open up their space to guest artists, and this creates an interesting dynamic for the visitor. All studio stops will be COVID-compliant, and the artists ask for your patience if they have temporarily reached their occupancy limit. Most will have some outdoor seating so you can relax and enjoy the surroundings for a few minutes while you wait your turn.

Consider checking off your gift-giving list by purchasing beautiful pieces of art for your loved ones or treating yourself to something special in support of local artists whose works include painting, woodworking, jewellery, glass blowing, fibre art, photography, metal art, stained glass, pottery and so much more. You will find decorative art, functional art, outdoor art, wearable art, and perhaps even art which defies definition.

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Peer Christensen, Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour

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Welcome to the Autumn Studio Tours of Cottage Country Northumberland Hills Studio Tour September 11 – 12 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM 18 artists at 16 studios A printed brochure is available locally, and a map can be downloaded from their website. www.northumberlandstudiotour.ca Mary Sullivan, Victoria County Studio Tour

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September 18 – 19 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM 28 artists at 13 studios A limited number of printed maps are available locally, and a map can be downloaded from their website. You can also download an interactive app to guide you through the tour. www.apsleystudiotour.com Bancroft & Area Autumn Studio Tour September 18 – 19 and September 25 – 26 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM 11 artists at 7 studios There is no printed brochure, but the map can be downloaded from the website. www.bancroftstudiotour.org Kawartha Autumn Studio Tour September 25 – 26 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM 43 artists in 36 studios Organized by the Art Gallery of Peterborough, where one work from every artist on the KAST is on display as a preview to the Tour.

A downloadable/printable map is available on the website. www.agp.on.ca/kast Victoria County Studio Tour September 25 – 26 and October 2 – 3 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM and by appointment mid-week by contacting the artists directly 34 artists at 21 studios. A printed brochure is available locally, and the map can be downloaded from the website. www.victoriacountystudiotour.com The Studio Tour – Haliburton Highlands October 2 – 3 and October 9 – 10 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM 36 artists at 24 studios www.thestudiotour.ca Each area has its own natural beauty and unique characteristics to make your drive a most enjoyable day out. Take in some local cuisine at the many restaurants, pubs, craft breweries and roadside stops, or make a weekend of it by booking into a quaint B&B, cottage resort or motel.

The road is calling, the artists are ready, and daytripping in cottage country never looked better.

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Artist Profile

Brenda Sullivan

“Hone your craft, but don’t make it perfect”

By Belinda Wilson

Newfoundland-born potter and sculptor Brenda Sullivan is bringing inspiration from the Rock to her latest line of pottery – a nod to the famous St. John’s Jellybean Row. Saying she thinks she was born with the inclination towards her chosen medium, she describes her earliest attempts, “As a child I used to make mud pies and bake them in the sun.” At the age of 12, she began working in clay, and when the family moved to Montreal she watched a potter plying his craft – “Mom said I began to shake when he began working on the wheel” – and her path was well and truly chosen.

Working for Air Canada while taking pottery classes at Montreal’s McGill University, Sullivan began selling her pieces in the airline’s gift shop. By age 23 she had her own gallery.

She moved to Ontario in 1980, eventually landing in Schomberg, opening a successful gallery and riding the wave of popularity for pottery until it fell out of favour in the ‘90’s.

Productions Studio, Sullivan is living her dream. Her advice to anyone pursuing their artistic passion is this: “Keep learning, hone your craft, keep getting better – but don’t make it perfect.” Taking a page from the Arts and Crafts movement (1880-1920), whose artists would intentionally include a blemish in their work to ensure it looked authentic and not mass-produced, Sullivan allows her pieces to embrace their flawed perfection.

Brenda Sullivan welcomes you to her studio - especially in September as part of the Northumberland Hills Studio Tour - and invites you to step into her creative world.

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From Schomberg she moved to Toronto, where she says she was “lost”.

Then a chance day trip to visit a bakery about which she had heard good things changed her life. “We took a drive to Port Hope to buy a loaf of bread and we bought a house instead,” Sullivan recalls, adding “Port Hope is so supportive of the arts and its great artistic community.”

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The Curve Lake Cultural Centre Working to preserve and maintain First Nation culture since 1989

The Curve Lake Cultural Centre serves as a focal point for the community and visitors to the area interested in local and regional First Nations culture and the arts by offering instruction, entertainment, and exhibition.

The work of the Centre is carried out by Cultural Outreach Worker Tracey Taylor - whose responsibilities include sourcing funding, communications and marketing, administrative duties and the creation of workshops - and Cultural Centre Archivist Jack Hoggarth, who, among other things, partners with the knowledge holders to deliver traditional workshops.

Taylor says that the programming at the Centre, which focuses on youth development, can be delivered several ways: students, both local and from as far away as Burlington ON, travel to Curve Lake First Nation; the Cultural Centre does outreach by sending drummers, singers and Elders to the school; or they put the school in touch with Friendship Centres near them.

Programs include: 1. Bus trips to Petroglyphs Provincial Park for a first-hand look at the First Nations rock carvings there. Elementary, high school, post secondary students and private interest groups can make arrangements to participate in this day excursion.

2. Dreamcatcher Workshops 3. Education in both Pre-history and Post Contact.

4. Treaties 5. Tours of Curve Lakes First Nation 6. Cultural Sensitivity Training

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When asked about the importance of the Cultural Centre to the First Nation, Taylor responded, “It is the central hub to preserving Mississauga Ojibway language and culture, and ensuring our history is preserved for generations to come.” She went on to explain that the Centre receives requests from outside organizations regarding cultural protocol, to ensure ceremonies and rituals are performed properly.

Inside the Centre can be found community artifacts such as quill work, beading, leather work and basketry; archaeological artifacts including arrowheads, pipes and chairs; books, Curve Lake educational resource materials and history books. Taylor said that some of the artifacts in their collection have come back from generational recipients who wanted to return the items to where they belonged.

Language education is a vital component of the work done by the Centre – this is done by reaching out to the language holders, who participated in a project to translate Robert Munsch’s books into local Curve Lake dialect to bring the local language alive for First Nation children.

With so much to offer, Taylor says of the Cultural Centre “It is our utmost priority to ensure that our history as “Curve Lakers” is maintained.”

For more information on the Curve Lake Cultural Centre, visit their website: www.curvelakeculturalcentre.ca

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Local 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, 47 Mansfield St., Bobcaygeon www.bobcaygeonfarmersmarket.com CAMPBELLFORD FARMERS' MARKET Wednesdays & Saturdays, 8am - 12pm, 66 Front St S., Campbellford www.campbellfordfarmersmarket.ca FENELON FALLS FARMERS' MARKET Fridays 9am - 2pm, 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 FARMERS' MARKET 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 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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EVENTS SEPTEMBER 3 - 4, 2021

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CROOKS RAPIDS COUNTRY FEST When: All Day Where: 29 Pickens Road, Hastings, ON www.crooksrapidscountryfest.com

HIKE HALIBURTON FESTIVAL When: All Day Where: Haliburton Highlands www.hikehaliburton.com

FALL IS IN THE AIR CRAFT EVENT When: 9am - 4pm Where: The Hidden Treasure Chest Flea Market 2 Industrial Dr, Campbellford, ON

SEPTEMBER 4 - 6, 2021 PORT PERRY FAIR When: All Day Where: Port Perry Fairgrounds - 15835 Old Simcoe Rd, Port Perry, ON www.keenecentreforthearts.com

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 KEENE CENTRE FOR THE ARTS - KEENE — THE WANTED When: 8:00 – 10:30pm Where: Keene Centre for the Arts - Keene www.keenecentreforthearts.com

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 BIGGER TOGETHER CONCERT When: 8:00pm -10:00pm Where: Lindsay Fairgrounds - 354 Angeline St S, Lindsay, ON Support Big Brothers Big Sisters Kawartha Lakes – Haliburton www.kawarthalakes.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca HEARTS + HOOVES BENEFIT FUNDRAISER When: 11:00am – 10:00 pm Where: PROMISED LAND ANIMAL SANCTUARY 1969 Burnbrae Rd E, Campbellford, ON www.promisedlandsanctuary.org

SEPTEMBER 18 - 26, 2021 LINDSAY CENTRAL EXHIBITION When: All Day Where: 37 Adelaide St N, Lindsay, ON www.lindsayex.com

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY OF CANADA PRESENTS ABBAMANIA When: 7:30PM Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre www.benefitshow.net/2021/05/ abbamania-peterborough-sept-20.html

SEPTEMBER 25 & 26, 2021 WESTBEN PRESENTS SERENA RYDER When: 2:00PM Where: Westben - 6698 County Road 30, Campbellford www.westben.ca

OCTOBER 15 , 2021 SIMPLY QUEEN When: 7:30PM Where: Academy Theatre - 2 Lindsay St. S., Lindsay, K9V 2L6 www.academytheatre.ca

OCTOBER 31 , 2021 HALLOWEEN AT THE MINES When: 4PM Where: Cordova Mines

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 PETERBOROUGH MEMORIAL CENTRE PRESENTS HEADSTONES, MOIST, SLOAN, AND THE TEA PARTY When: 7:00PM Where: Peterborough Memorial Centre - 151 Lansdowne St. W., Peterborough, K9J 1Y4 www.tickets.memorialcentre.ca

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DOSES Singer-songwriter-musician Dylan Ireland turns a corner – and turns the page – with his latest project.

By Belinda Wilson

Ireland has been an evolving presence in the Peterborough-area music scene, embracing folk and roots first as a teenager along with his brother, then as “Express and Company” a decade or so ago, before taking on a more folk-pop edge as a solo artist in 2017.

Now it’s time to draw a line under all that – “I don’t want to talk about where I’ve been, I’m looking straight ahead now,” Ireland says as he talks about his new direction, both musically and personally.

He has teamed up with composer-producer“magic maker” Colin Kennedy (Paradise Garage) and the duo are forging a path into pop music as “DOSES”.

“It (pop music) has been it for me the whole time. Nobody knew I was the 12-year-old kid sitting in my room listening to Matchbox 20,” Ireland says with grin. “The genre is very creatively freeing.”

Ireland and Kennedy met a few years ago, and eventually got together collaboratively.

During COVID Kennedy began sending music tracks to Ireland, who would write lyrics and send the files back. “Once we were able to get together things started flowing,” Kennedy explained.

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After creating some of the music, Ireland and Kennedy knew they were missing something – and they brought on long-time friend and collaborator Rob Foreman, bass player.

Tap into their various online platforms through their Linktree link - https://linktr.ee/ DOSESmusic - and get ready for your first dose of DOSES.

Music heals, and DOSES are releasing their first project in doses – one song a month, with video, beginning with the debut release, “Break”, a song which talks about drawing that line under the past. The entire creative and production process happens at Paradise Garage Studio, where Ireland says “the magic happens”.

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When asked how many songs will comprise DOSES’ first album, Ireland replied enigmatically “we will keep releasing songs until we decide the project is finished.”

Grinning, he added “There ‘will’ be an album in 2022.”

The biggest challenge to taking on a new music genre is finding new people, new audiences. “We know they will love it, but we have to get it into their ears. DOSES wants you to listen.”

DOSES’ debut show takes place in the Captain’s Courtyard at Spanky’s – 201 Hunter

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We offer a mixture of vintage, new, and handmade items from vendors that hail from all across the Kawarthas.

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Beeswax Dipped Leaves Each year the kids and I gather in the kitchen on a dreary fall day and do this craft together. It’s become a seasonal tradition we love, thanks to the warming smell of beeswax and the beauty of the leaves surrounding us. I love that it’s a short-lived but much-loved activity.

This is an activity that older kids can tackle alone but requires some help from an adult for younger kids.

You will need: A couple of ounces of beeswax (pellets are easiest but not necessary) OR vegan soy wax, which can easily be substituted.

A handful or more of beautiful leaves.

1) Melt beeswax (available from a local apiary or online, or you can use a beeswax candle) in a container you don’t mind committing to beeswax for all of eternity. It doesn’t come off very easily, so I have a pot specifically for beeswax work, but you can also use an empty tin inside a pot of water to create a double boiler.

2) When the wax is fully melted, remove from heat and set on a pot warmer. Lay sheets of parchment paper for everyone to work on.

3) Carefully grab a leaf by the tip of the stem and dip each side flat into the wax.

4) Lay on the parchment to dry.

5) Use clothespins or string to tie and suspend.

6) Use your leaves as fall or winter decor, add to a brown paper wrapped gift as an embellishment, or hang in a window for a beeswax smell in the afternoon sun.

CREATE LEAF RUBBINGS:

Collect a variety of fall leaves. Place them under a white sheet of paper. Secure a leaf under the paper with your fingers. Make sure the veins face up. Use the sides of crayons to rub on layers of colour.

Focus on the edges and the veins. Slowly build up the colours.

You’ll be amazed at how lovely your creations will become.

MAKE STAINED GLASS WINDOWS:

Gather the most colourful leaves you can. Slip these between a folded piece of wax paper (wax side facing inward). Next step should be conducted by parents only please. On top of folded newspaper, use a hot iron to seal the wax paper. Allow time to cool.

Take your creation and tape this on the inside of a window facing the sun. When sunlight flows in, your creation will glow!

Once your leaves have lived their best life, they can easily be composted because your seasonal decor is 100% biodegradable. Typically, we hang ours in a central place, usually on a piece of jute string, stretched across a wall (they also make a great addition to a Christmas tree, but I won’t go there yet!) The red leaves tend to lose their colour the quickest, but the wax does help to preserve the leaves for many months.

Jacquelyn Toupin lives with her family in a heritage farm house that has been in her family for several generations. You can follow them on YouTube @oldfarmnewfarm or on Instagram @raisinghay

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Beyond Beleaf!

We don’t think much about them - the green blur of the forest which forms the backdrop of our daily lives. But every tree contains thousands of leaves and each leaf tells a story of wonder – a story worth sharing with our children.

The sheen of green you see in a leaf is created by special cells that contain chlorophyll (green in colour) - these are the food-making cells for the tree. And really their presence is nothing short of a miracle. It has an unwieldly name of “photosynthesis”. "Photo" is the Greek word for "light" and "synthesis" is the Greek word for "putting together.” And that is exactly what is happening. Here is one way to explain the magic of leaves and the process of photosynthesis to children: Sun: The “Light Snack” Grab a handful of sunlight. Now don’t let this slip through your fingers. Cram this into your mouth – chew and swallow. Now that is what you call a “light” lunch. OK, people can’t really eat sunlight - at least not directly. But trees can. And so can other plants. Inside each leaf are little factories (chloroplasts) that take the sun’s energy, carbon dioxide and water to make sugar. Every single leaf is like a mini solar panel, making food straight from sunlight. A by-product plants don’t need is oxygen. Now let’s take a moment to stop and think about this. Breathe in. The oxygen you are taking into your lungs was made by plants. Breathe out, the carbon dioxide you don’t need is taken up by plants. What a cool arrangement! Trees uptake carbon and give off oxygen.

You take in oxygen and give off carbon dioxide. Without trees and plants – there would be no way to capture the sun’s energy and make it available to animals like you and me. Plants and trees are the miracle workers that turn solar energy into people energy.

Trees also make the surrounding air more moist; their roots help the soil to retain water and they provide critical habitat for many birds, insects and animals.

Why are leaves green? Leaves contain an amazing chemical called chlorophyll. It is green in color and made out of rare and precious minerals or nutrients such as magnesium from the soil.

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Why have trees evolved so tall? So they can reach for the sunlight. They don’t want to be shaded out by their neighbour or die from lack of sunlight.

Why are some leaves bitter or poisonous? They prevent insects like caterpillars, birds and mammals from eating them.

Why are there so many different sizes and forms of leaves? When you have lots of little leaves on one stem (compound leaves), this arrangement allows air to circulate, cooling them. Large leaves gather more light and are, therefore, necessary in shady areas and on the lower, more shaded branches of trees, for example, hosta.)

Complex edges and lobes allow leaves to get rid of absorbed heat very rapidly; smooth edges are more common in shade-loving plants because getting rid of heat is not as much of a problem.)

Why do some trees turn colour in the fall? The uniform green of the forest, which is the hallmark of any summer’s day, slowly transforms into majestic hues of yellow, gold, mauve and crimson. The funny thing is that many of those fall colours have been there all along. Their green colour covers up other pigments like yellow and orange (carotenes and xanthophyll pigments) that are hidden from view until the days shorten and the temperature drops. During the cooler days of autumn, chlorophyll breaks down and the other pigments pop out and show themselves. There are other pigments forming during this time, such as anthocyanin which gives leaves their vibrant red and purple colours.

Submitted By Jacob Rodenburg, Executive Director of Camp Kawartha, an award winning outdoor education centre and summer camp.

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The Cattle Drive Life is unpredictable and you never know what may be coming next; that was our motto as we packed up and headed on our first cattle drive.

There were six of us from Inukshuk Farm who booked this cattle drive weekend in January 2020, not knowing it would take eighteen months, due to Covid-19, for our booking to materialize.

We did not know what to expect when we arrived at the cattle ranch in Mulmur, Ontario. What we did know was that we “cowgirls” were about to realize a dream, driving a herd of cattle down roads, through wooded trails and across the grasslands.

What we didn’t know was how to do it!

There are not many working cattle operations in southern Ontario that are still managed only from horseback. The Peace Valley Ranch land is rugged, the scenery is beautiful and the altitude is the highest in the province. The Black Hills offer steep slopes of the escarpment and views that

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are unparalleled in the County. At one lookout we were pretty certain we could see Peterborough, Ontario - well, almost!

And so, our cattle drive adventure began with a pre-ride to match each rider to a horse, and do a two-hour test ride up and down the steep hills, across the grassy fields, down the adjacent roads, and to check out the places where the cattle drive would take place the following day. Any problems that arose were to be addressed prior to driving the real herd of 60 Black Angus cattle, including cows, calves and a very large Angus bull, from one ranch to another.

The task included a two-hour trip to where the cattle were grazing, driving them back to the ranch, separating the bull and then driving the herd of cows and calves to a new grazing pasture for the remaining months of summer. There was excitement in the air as

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our group settled in for a short night’s sleep, preparing for an 8:30 a.m. start, saddling horses and heading off on a two-hour ride through the forested and hill areas leading to the south ranch.

On arrival at the south ranch, the herd of cattle were resting under trees but immediately started calling to their calves as they knew the arrival of eleven horses and riders meant a change was coming! All our riders had a short break under the trees including some stretching, drinking water from our saddlebags and quick trips behind large trees, before mounting up again and beginning the excitement for which we had come.

Each rider was given a position with the herd. The Point men (or women) are the riders near the front of the herd – they

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determine the direction, control the speed, and give the cattle something to follow. The Swing riders ride closely along each side of the herd. Their responsibility is to keep the herd together, and watch for any animals that might try to break away. They also back up the Point riders as the herd turns - in our case this was necessary many times as we guided the cattle down roads, turning often as we trekked our way back to the ranch. The Flank riders ride each side of the herd, near the rear and their role is to back up the Swing riders and keep the cattle bunched, not allowing the herd to get fanned out; this could create two herds which would be much harder to control! Drag riders’ position is behind the herd to keep it moving, pushing the slower animals forward.

Will we do this again? Perhaps. Our dreams are getting bigger and may include a larger ranch in western Canada with a few more days to, “Keep them doggies movin”, Rawhide!

Submitted by Janice Ecclestone, Inukshuk Farm www.inukshukfarm.ca

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Local Humane Societies 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

Otterly Amazing!

Meet our River Otters at Riverview Park and Zoo. Melissa and Splish have been energized by the addition of young brothers Lawrence and Boldt, who are 4 years old.

Peterborough Humane Society 385 Lansdowne St. E., Peterborough • 705-745-7676 www.peterboroughhumanesociety.ca

Home Again Bancroft 613-474-3450 • www.homeagainbancroft.ca

The young pups came from the Brockville Aquatarium. They are named after the St. Lawrence River and the Boldt Castle.

Otters have adaptations that help them survive in our shared waterways. They have a thick outer layer of fur to keep them warm, and an underlayer of fur which keeps them completely dry when swimming. They also have webbed feet and a strong tail, making them fast and agile swimmers. Otters can hold their breath for up to four minutes underwater. They can even close their nostrils, so no water gets in. Otters are carnivores with very strong jaws and who have high metabolisms and lots of energy.

Nearly brought to extinction from over hunting and trapping for fur in the early 1900’s, conservation efforts have helped river otter numbers rise again in the wild. Water pollution and habitat destruction are the threats facing otters today. When you protect the water from contaminants like oil and plastics, you are protecting the home of the great North American River Otter.

Visit our website to learn more or to book your reservation: www.riverviewparkandzoo.ca Ivy Nixon Public Educator – Riverview Park and Zoo

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Post-COVID Separation Anxiety & Your Pets During lockdowns in Ontario, we have spent much more time at home with our animal companions. Our fur babies offered emotional support during times of isolation and uncertainty. And with more time at home, there were extra walks, snuggles and a new routine for both us, and our furry friends. So is post-COVID separation anxiety something your animal may experience?

Keep calm The article also suggests fostering a calm environment for your furry friend will help alleviate stress and anxiety. You may have to change your own behaviour to help your animal companion in this area.

When you leave the house or return home, keep your energy lowkey and calm.

Routines are changing As more and more people go back to the office, routines are beginning to change once again. The shift in routine and spending less time with them could cause your furry friend stress and anxiety.

By preparing them in advance for the transition, you may avoid the stress developing into separation anxiety.

Some other tips for helping your animal stay calm includes leaving a food puzzle, chew toys or other stimulation for your pet while you are away. Preventing boredom and providing alternative entertainment could relieve the stress of your absence.

Here are our tips for handling post-COVID separation anxiety and your companion animals.

What to look for The following behaviours could indicate your animal is feeling anxious or stressed: • Barking, whining, howling or other vocalization • Inappropriate defecation or urination • Destructive behaviour (chewing furniture, digging or destroying household items) • Excessive drooling or panting • Pacing • Trying to escape from their crate Fear Free Happy Homes www.fearfreehappyhomes.com has some helpful steps to prevent separation anxiety from Kenneth Martin DVM, DACVB and Debbie Martin LVT and VTS (Behaviour).

Meet your animal’s needs At the top of the list from Fear Free Happy Homes is making sure that you are meeting your animal’s needs every day. That includes regular activities such as leashed walks, play time, positive reinforcement and environment enrichment. Consistent meal time is also very important for your animal companions to maintain some part of their normal routine.

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Spend time apart When you and your animal companion are home, allow them “quiet time” or nap time when you are not focusing attention on them. Having time away from each other by going for a walk or running errands on your own is another way suggested by the Fear Free blog to ease your animal companion into spending more time alone.

In case of separation anxiety In some cases, an animal will develop separation anxiety despite your best efforts.

Your veterinarian or a behaviour therapist can work with you and your animal companion to suggest anxiety management tools most suited to your situation. These may include medications and supplements to ease fear and stress, in addition to behaviour modification and controlling your environment.

Whether you’re leaving home more to return to a work space or just getting out to enjoy the summer, remember that your fourlegged friend won’t necessarily understand a sudden change in routine. A stress-free pooch or kitty makes for a happier home for everyone. We hope you found our tips for post-covid separation anxiety helpful!

by Ontario SPCA and Humane Society www.ontariospca.ca

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What is a Reverse Mortgage What is a Reverse Mortgage?

Reverse mortgages allow homeowners who are at least 55 years of age, regardless of income, access to the equity in their homes.

Sometimes called an “equity release” it allows homeowners to access up to 65% of the current value of their home. Currently, two financial institutions offer a reverse mortgage; the Canadian Home Income Plan (CHIP) and Equitable Bank in some major urban areas.

How does it work?

When applying for a reverse mortgage, your lender will consider your age, the ages of any other individuals on title, where you live, and your home’s condition. An appraisal will determine the value of your home.

Pros and Cons of a Reverse Mortgage The biggest pro is that you remain in your own home while accessing equity without selling and there are no regular payments on the loan, leaving more money to cover monthly expenses. You don’t pay taxes on the money you borrow so it won’t affect your Old-Age Security or Guaranteed Income Supplement benefits.

to leave your children or other beneficiaries; and your estate has to repay the loan and interest within a set period when you pass away.

The downside is that the interest rates and costs are higher than most other types of mortgages. The equity in your home may also go down as you accumulate interest and there could be less money in your estate

Talk to us today, and stay in your own home longer.

The Mortgage Store has other options available to create a reverse mortgage where the interest rate is much lower and virtually no penalty.

Your Mortgage Advocate, Michael Cara

Before getting a reverse mortgage you must pay off any outstanding loans, mortgages or lines of credit which are secured by your home. The proceeds of your reverse mortgage can be used to do it.

Once that has been done you can use the money any way you need or want; pay for home repairs or improvements or your everyday bills, cover healthcare expenses or repay other debts not secured by your home.

How do I repay the loan?

There are no monthly payments on the loan; while you do have the option to repay the principal and interest at any time there may be a fee to pay off your loan early.

You only have to repay the loan if you sell your home, move out of your home, the last borrower dies or if you default on the loan. Defaulting on the loan can happen if you are using the money from your loan for illegal activities, if you are dishonest in your application, allow your home to fall into a state of disrepair - which would lower its value - or if you fail to follow any conditions set in your reverse mortgage contract.

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