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Here’s how cottagers in Haliburton, Kawartha, and Pine Ridge can check beach water quality
The public health unit in Haliburton, Kawartha, and Pine Ridge is resuming its annual beach water monitoring program. From June 17 to August 30, the program will regularly test water … Continued
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Gravenhurst introduces new program to help firefighters be better prepared for emergencies at rural properties
Gravenhurst’s firefighters are going digital. On June 20, the department launched Community Connect, an online program intended to provide firefighters with additional information when handling emergencies at local properties. “It … Continued
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Know your birds: Woodpeckers of North America
North Americans are blessed with some of the most gorgeous birds the world. Take an opportunity to get to know your local woodpeckers and impress your friends with your wildlife … Continued
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Which province barbecues the most? A recent study reveals how much Canadians love their grills
Summertime is grill time. At least, it is according to the 42.2 per cent of Canadians who barbecue several times a week during peak cottage season. A May survey from … Continued
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This is why we get such stormy weather in the summer
Summer is the time for blue skies, gentle breezes, and puffy clouds that look like harmless marshmallow fluff. Psych! Summer is the time for stormy weather. “Unstable conditions can exist … Continued
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A new feature from Parks Canada will notify you when campsites become available
Anyone who has ever tried to reserve a camping site in Canada knows how competitive it is to get the sites you want. If you’re unlucky and miss out on … Continued
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$575K for this charming Haliburton cottage with a 200-foot private shoreline
1299 Precipice Road, Haliburton, Ont. Lake: Long Lake Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1 Lot size: 0.73 acres | 1/2 -1.99 acres Living area: 800 sq. ft. List price: $575,000 Date listed: June 7, … Continued
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Buy the way: A cottage purchase that took two years, eight unsuccessful bids, and three determined sisters
In the mid-2000s, Ellie Thiessen’s friends bought a cottage on Kushog Lake, Ont. As a regular visitor, Ellie, the general manager of a bookstore in Newmarket, Ont., quickly fell in … Continued
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Cottage Q&A: How common are white squirrels?
In our travels throughout cottage country, we had never come across white squirrels. Since we moved to our cottage, we come across these guys regularly. Any ideas on how rare … Continued
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The 7 best drinks for your summer at the cottage
There’s nothing more refreshing than having a drink on the dock on a hot afternoon, but scanning the can-lined aisles of your local bevvy shop for your next dockside drink … Continued
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