Muskoka Maple
Making Maple Syrup the Old Fashioned Way Do you ever get an exciting idea floating around in your mind, you then share it with your partner who is on the same wave as you and all of a sudden you're running rapids together? Well, this is how John and I…
Blue-Green Algae in the Magnetawan Region: What Cottage Owners & Visitors Need to Know
The Magnetawan area-stretching across Ahmic Lake, Lake Cecebe, Horn Lake, Neighick (Beaver) Lake, Crawford Lake, Poverty Bay, and the entire Magnetawan River system-has long been known for its clear waters, rugged Canadian Shield shoreline, healthy forests, and exceptional paddling routes. This unique network of lakes and rivers connects westward through…
Building a Cottage in Magnetawan?
Building a cottage is a dream come true for many people. However, building a cottage is a significant investment, both financially and emotionally, so it's important to plan carefully and make informed decisions throughout the process. Here are 10 essential tips to help you build your dream cottage: Choose the…
Magnetawan High Speed Internet
Starlink in Magnetawan For years, one of the biggest challenges for people working from their cottages in the Muskoka area has been the lack of reliable high-speed internet. But the introduction of Elon Musk's Starlink has been a complete game-changer, providing true high-speed internet in rural areas with speeds previously…
Lake Vernon | Getting Acquainted
Lake Vernon Morning coffee on the dock, sunny afternoons swimming and boating, evening paddles and bonfires, friends and family gathering all contribute to warm memories of waterfront cottages across Muskoka. Some have been handed down from within families, others more recently established with new experiences ahead. Lake Vernon has played…
Reflections on Kahshe Lake, Muskoka
Kah-she-she-bog-a-mog, more commonly known as Kahshe Lake, lies just a short distance south of the town of Gravenhurst. Its name is said to mean "Lake of Healing Waters". As the 4th largest lake in the Muskoka region it is characterized by a great number of islands, bays and wetlands. In…