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Water Levels we’ve come through the historic high water, and levels have been dropping roughly speaking we’re back to to the level where we were before the heavy rains checked dam setting today – 6 1/2 logs in place (out of 7 total, 1 log = 12″), approximately 3″ of water flow over the top […]

The June 30th Drag Lake Sailing Regatta was successfully held between storms.  There were favourable winds of 6-10 knots under mostly sunny skies with 11 boats participating.   The race consisted of a triangular course with the competitors racing around the marks – twice.  The Portsmouth Yardstick Handicap system was used to even out the

The Drag and Spruce Lakes Property Owners Association Annual General Meeting was held June 29, 2014. To read the minutes of the meeting, click here. NOTE: Two excellent videos were shown at the meeting explaining the importance to the health of a lake of maintaining shorelines. To view: Ribbon of Life – click here A Beginners

The ‘Flood’ water levels steadily receding, but still high – for chart, click here note – more rain forecast Mon/Tue – remain vigilent Lost & Found dock/deck pieces (photo – click here) – collect at 1040 Sandpoint Rd, or call Laurie Jennings at 416-949-4402 large blue barrel – collect at 1057 Stratheden Dr (end of

Update: July 3rd, 2014 - Due to all the rain and rising water levels, highest in decades, there are many floating objects in the water – logs, docks, stumps, so when out on the water in your boats please go slowly and keep watch. When towing make sure you have a spotter and everyone should keep their

Be Aware: Significant rainsqualls moved through our area over the last couple of days – over 3" rain recorded. In addition to roads and driveways washing out, Drag/Spruce water levels have risen dramatically, and are now at historic high levels. Here is the TSW water level site as of today, July 1 (note blue line –

1. Maude Barlow in Haliburton speaking engagement, July 11 – click here world renowned environmental researcher, author and speaker her latest book Blue Future – click here “The final book in Maude Barlow’s Blue trilogy, Blue Future is a powerful, penetrating, and timely look at the global water crisis — and what we can do to prevent it.” 2. LOST

1. Nature in the 'Hood: Discovery Days – click here enjoy and learn about Nature! Birding by Ear: June 14 – click here Butterflies and Dragonflies: July 11 – click here 2. Healthcare in the Highlands – have your say HHHS Strategic Plan 2014-17 wants your inputs for survey – click here 3. Rails End

Several important topics are covered in this May Update from FOCA – click here.  Included are: Ontario Election – information for voting in cottage district Hydro One rate increase Fishing and Boating info Hello Summer!!

For all you renters, some good information received from Dysart: The signs of spring are beginning to appear in cottage country and with the anticipation of warmer weather the Municipality of Dysart et al has produced the Cottage Kit aimed at taking the guess work out of a visit to the local landfill for those renting cottages