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How to get up on those waterskis!

It may be September, but there are still a few nice weekends to spend on the lake! Waterskiing is a...
09/12/2018
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Want to see more fish?

Want to see more fish? There are actually a few things you can do to increase the number of fish...
09/05/2018
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Life jacket rules being enforced

When it comes to recreational boating, life jackets are vital. They can save lives, and the law says there should...
08/22/2018
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You can help solve wildlife crimes

If you know anything about a natural resources crime that has been committed, you can now do something about it....
08/17/2018
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What you need to know about ticks

Ticks are a very serious concern, but there is a lot of false information out there. For example, did you...
08/09/2018
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Buying a used boat

Boats are expensive, which is why many decide to buy a used boat instead of a new one! It's similar...
07/20/2018
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Do you know all these loon facts?

Did you know that there are actually multiple species of loons in Canada? Also, their body is actually shaped in...
07/17/2018
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Cottage cycling

Riding a bicycle is a great way to stay in shape - and what better place to get outside than...
07/10/2018
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Bird watching fun!

Birds are all around us, but how often do we really take the time to appreciate them? How many local...
06/27/2018
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Fishing responsibly

With Ontario cracking down on fishing regulations, here are some fish you can catch legally! First, make sure you are...
06/19/2018
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Forest fire resource

If you're wondering about forest fires in the province, this is a great resource for you! It color codes the...
06/19/2018
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Boating safety

It's finally time to take the boat out! Don't get too swept up in the excitement and forget important safety...
05/30/2018
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Best bike trails in Ontario!

Looking to switch it up this summer? Biking is an awesome recreational activity that is great for your health! These...
05/22/2018
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Fish for Free in Ontario During Family Fishing Week: July 2 to 10

If you or a visiting friend fishes without a license this week, you must fish under the Conservation fishing license...
07/05/2016
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Balsam Lake Provincial Park Offers Fun for Nature Lovers and Cottagers, not Just Campers

If you want to absorb the sights and sounds of Balsam Lake, the park offers two hiking trails: the plantation...
06/30/2016
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Explore Queen Elizabeth II Wildlands Provincial Park in the Kawarthas this Summer

The park offers you myriad opportunities to connect with the outdoors. You can paddle in a canoe, or you can...
06/24/2016
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Hello, Fishing Season in the Kawarthas!

Here are some highlights: You need a fishing license if you’re between 18 and 64 years of age You can...
05/20/2016
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Swim and Frolic in the Water at a Local Beach in the Kawarthas – Just for a Change

Although our getaway in the Kawarthas isn’t a waterfront property, we have access to the Trent-Severn Waterway, which offers a...
07/17/2015
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What to do around Balsam Lake?

In spring Look for wildflowers while you hike along a walking trail, watch for birds at the Carden Plain, or...
06/06/2014
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Be a Cold-Weather Aficionado and Spend a Weekend Afternoon Skiing at Ken Reid Conservation Area

Ken Reid Conservation Area is a 110-hectare (272-acre) property that protects sensitive wildlife habitat, forests, meadows, and the provincially significant...
02/24/2014
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Try Your Hand at Ice-Fishing on Sturgeon Lake this Weekend

Fenelon Falls Secondary School has organized the trip, which will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday,...
02/19/2014
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