Spring/Summer 2016 Newsletter
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SPRING 2016 NEWSLETTERLake Kashagawigamog Organization LAKE KASHAGAWIGAMOG ORGANIZATION NEWSLETTER President’s Message Spring 2016 Welcome back to the lake and hopefully another beautiful the intent of these signs. summer like we enjoyed last year. After a very mild el Niño We continue to have many people to thank for their winter, spring has been very slow to arrive in southern Ontario contribution to the LKO. First I’d like to thank our web- but that hasn’t stopped your LKO board from continuing our master Hugh Switzer for his continued input and support ongoing programs dedicated to improving water quality and of our web site, and board member Jane Nugent for her shorelines on our lake. efforts in compiling and distributing the always informative An unfortunate fact of life is that both our AGM and our regatta e-newsletters. All of our board members play a significant are poorly attended even though a great deal of volunteer role in ensuring this organization functions smoothly. I would effort goes into the planning and execution of both events. like to especially thank Glenda Bryson for her contribution We have traditionally held our AGM on a late June weekend, to the health of our lake in her role as Lake Steward. Glenda and our regatta in mid-July. This year we are going to try has devoted untold hours in learning and implementing the something different and hold both events on the same day specific testing regimes in this ever expanding role. When at the same location. I am excited to announce that Halimar you see Glenda out on the lake please give her a big wave for Resort has agreed to host both the AGM and the regatta on all of us. Saturday July 9th 2016 starting at 8:30 AM. Please plan on Finally I would like to thank our past president Len Logozar attending the meeting and then returning for the regatta in for his contribution to not only the LKO but to the greater the afternoon. This will be the 10th anniversary of the regatta Haliburton community. Len was unselfish in giving of his and Kirsten Sixt is once again coordinating this event so mark time and expertise to the LKO in many roles and also in his that date on your calendar and if you can help please contact various positions at the Haliburton Highlands Health Services her at [email protected]. For more information on the Board. Len and Karina have moved to the Collingwood area regatta and AGM please see the notices elsewhere in the and I wish them both good luck in their new home and newsletter, visit our web site and watch for your e-newsletter community. Thank You Len! and signage that will be up as usual around the lake. We will be participating with the Coalition of Haliburton Enjoy your summer and we look forward to seeing you at the Property Owners’ Associations (CHA) in partnership with the AGM and the regatta. As always, when around water keep in Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada, in naturalizing mind both safety and water quality. the shoreline of Sam Slick Park located on Head Lake across from the high school. More information about this project and Gary Wiles a call for volunteers will be coming out in our e-newsletters in the coming months. In June of 2015 in a court case in the City of Kawartha Lakes Please Remember the Ontario Superior Court of Justice issued a decision that impacts the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry’s To Support Our oversight on docks and single story boathouses on public Newsletter lands and shore lands. As a result, ministry authorization, will be required for new, replacement or expansions of existing Advertisers and seasonal docks and single story boathouses on or above more than 15 square metres of shore lands. We don’t yet fully know what impact this will have on our members and we are working with the CHA, the MNRF and our municipalities to get the information you will need in order to comply with this new regulation. The speed signs will be up again this summer in Birch Narrows and in front of Marcus Beach and the loon information signs are posted at the boat launch ramps. As always, please respect 2 Spring 2016 LAKE KASHAGAWIGAMOG ORGANIZATION NEWSLETTER Board Of Directors PRIMARY ROLE NAME PRIMARY # ALTERNATE # EMAIL ADDRESS President Gary Wiles (519) 927-5521 (705) 286-1334 [email protected] Vice President (Advertising) Jim Bertram (416) 921-0765 (705) 457-4697 [email protected] Secretary Jane Nugent 416) 801-3284 (705) 286-2194 [email protected] Treasurer Bill Switzer (416) 922-6803 (705) 286-3669 [email protected] Membership Wendy Yeates (416) 484-8430 (705) 286-4606 [email protected] Director (Lake Steward) Glenda Bryson (705) 457-9037 [email protected] Director (Advertising) John Carter (705) 726-3045 (705) 286-5158 [email protected] Director (Development) Klara Oyler (705) 457-8837 [email protected] Director (Newsletter) Stephanie Wade (905) 927-0474 (705) 286-2360 [email protected] CONTACT YOUR DIRECTORS Members with questions/concerns are encouraged to contact the Director(s) responsible for that particular issue. The Screened Room... ...Perfected H I MINDEN’S MAIN STREET G HWAY 35 12281 Highway 35 • Minden K0M 2K0 • www.carriage-house.ca • 705-286-2994 Spring 2016 3 LAKE KASHAGAWIGAMOG ORGANIZATION NEWSLETTER Membership BE A ROAD STEWARD Canvas your road for new members. We will recognize members who have referred new Get Involved members to the association in the newsletter. in your Lake Contact: Wendy Yeates [email protected] Association Attend The AGM Saturday July 9, 2016 8:30 AM Coffee 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM Meeting Help With Halimar Resort Fun Day REPORTS FROM OUR REEVES th Minden Hills – Cheryl Murdoch 10 Anniversary Dysart et al. – Murray Fearrey SATURDAY JULY 9, 2016 GUEST SPEAKERS 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM Pat Warren Director of Resource Development Halimar Resort Haliburton Highlands Land Trust Contact: Mark Coleman Kirsten Sixt [email protected] Director, Community Services Minden Hills Newsletter MAKE SUGGESTIONS Website WRITE AN ARTICLE Help our webmaster with her eBlasts • Tell us your family story or the story of your by sending her newsworthy items. community • Write about local wildlife Contact: Jane Nugent Contacts: [email protected] Stephanie Wade [email protected] Klara Oyler [email protected] 4 Spring 2016 LAKE KASHAGAWIGAMOG ORGANIZATION NEWSLETTER Restoration of Sam Slick Park This summer the LKO will be involved in the planting process of the restoration of Sam Slick Park located across the street from Haliburton Highlands Secondary School. The memorial commemorates Thomas Chandler Haliburton for whom the town is named and famous for his stories of Sam Slick. LKO members are encouraged to assist in the planting. To volunteer contact Gary Wiles - [email protected] Wendy Yeates and Gary Wiles in front of the memorial Dawson Insurance Brokers Ltd. 191 Highland St. Suite 102 Haliburton K0M 1S0 AUTO HOME / COTTAGE / BUSINESS Your Best Insurance Is An • Personal Service For You Insurance Broker • Seasonal Homeowner Package • New Discount for Cottage Association Members! • Auto / Homeowner Package Discounts • 65 Years in Haliburton 705-457-2411 Toll Free: 1-800-582-5217 Fax: 705-457-3932 www.dawsoninsurance.ca Office Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5 p.m. Sat. by appointment Spring 2016 5 LAKE KASHAGAWIGAMOG ORGANIZATION NEWSLETTER LKO Membership Thank you for your continued support of the LKO. As of April 20, we have 188 members. A healthy membership enables the Board of LKO to better monitor the lake quality to maintain our lake for our use and the use of future generations. We have all seen changes in our lake due to climate change and environment pollution. Membership is often a difficult task. Mailings were sent out in January and February. As well, reminders were sent through the Webmaster. Research shows that best way to get new members is to solicit membership face to face. Your nine Board members try very hard to solicit membership but there are too few of us to make a huge difference. We need your help in encouraging your neighbours who may not be members to join the LKO and help us all be stewards of the lake. Membership registration forms can be obtained by visiting www.lko.ca/membership. The 2016 membership form asks the question “I was referred to the LKO by____.” It is our intention to recognize members who have referred friends, family or neighbours. Wendy Yeates 6 Spring 2016 LAKE KASHAGAWIGAMOG ORGANIZATION NEWSLETTER LKO Cottagers: One In A Million... “LKO cottagers are one in a million as they come together to help out a fellow cottager in a time of need by making meals” Patrick Davis, five year old son of Rob Davis and Catherine Hoare was diagnosed with cancer last December. His treatments have required weekly trips to Toronto for many months. A group of cottagers headed by Kirsten Sixt wanted to help in some small way. As the Davis family had a home to stay in while they were in town, the decision was made to provide dinners for them. Meals were left in a cooler on the porch for easy access. Patrick continues to have treatments and the meals continue. If you wish to help by contributing meals, please contact Kirsten Sixt at [email protected]. For those wishing to help out in a different way, a ‘Go Fund Me campaign’ has been set up. Feel free to take a look at this site: gofund.me/P-Man Rob and Cath are most appreciative of the incredible support that has been given by the people on the lake.