Many years ago my Grandmother won a contest with Toronto radio station CKEY (now long gone). I think you had to write in, and the best story about signs of spring won. The prize was a ride in the radio station’s traffic helicopter during a weekday rush hour. Grannie’s story was something about the pussy … Continue reading Signs of spring, or the health of your lake. What are you watching?
Up to Tasso Lake off Limberlost Rd. for a home (cottage) inspection early this morning. We had 12 degrees C yesterday, back to a more seasonal -12 degrees C tonight. But have a look at how beautiful Tasso Lake is on a winter morning before freeze-up. Tasso Lake, soon to ice over. Tasso Lake is … Continue reading Back to winter at a cottage in Muskoka
I recorded this lecture by Dr. Michelle Palmer in July. One of the Muskoka Watershed Council lecture series. Our Lakes: How they have changed over the last 25 years. Dr. Michelle Palmer discusses how recent climatic warming, changes in acidic deposition, and human-related activities such as road salting and the accidental spread of invasive species … Continue reading Our Lakes: How they have changed over the last 25 years.
Admission is by donation to the Muskoka Watershed Council. Just head for the Port Carling Community Centre at 7:00pm. Our Lakes: How they have changed over the last 25 years. Dr. Michelle Palmer will discuss how recent climatic warming, changes in acidic deposition, and human-related activities such as road salting and the accidental spread of … Continue reading It’s not too late to catch the MWC lecture tonight.
UPDATE: Oct 2012 Now SOLD Muldrew Lake is one of those lakes that people discover and seldom leave. Fabulous water quality, timeless Muskoka scenery, minutes to Gravenhurst and the Wharf, world-class golf also just minutes away at the Muskoka Bay Club. Rock island on Middle Muldrew Lake Muskoka granite eases into the waters of Muldrew … Continue reading NOW SOLD! Muldrew Lake Executive Home/Cottage
We had a number of meetings of the Muskoka Watershed Council today. Lots of great projects underway intended to benefit our environment, and all of us who reside here or visit. Included in the full council meeting was a presentation of the Skeleton Lake, Lake Plan in development by the Skeleton Lake Cottagers Organization; wonderful … Continue reading Skeleton Lake Fish Hatchery
A reminder about this cottage mentioned here with more info here. This is a wonderful cottage property for an active family. It’s a fully renovated, four season, open concept cottage with 2 bedrooms in main cottage and two bunkies, all with beautiful views. Hardwood floors, tumbled marble in bathroom, expansive decks – wonderful outdoor living … Continue reading Morrison Lake Muskoka Cottage Listing
Buying or selling a Muskoka cottage requires professionals with deep knowledge of the Muskoka market coupled with an innate desire to create and enable the deal. Our refined style, high energy, in-house creative and industry defining technology sets us apart. We consistently provide the best in service, all wrapped up to look like fun. Here … Continue reading About Us
In the pristine regions of Muskoka, Ontario, a groundbreaking environmental initiative is breathing new life into the forests that drape the landscape via wood ash additions! The local community, with the support of the Friends of the Muskoka Watershed (FOTMW), has embarked on a mission to counteract the effects of acid rain and calcium depletion—a … Continue reading Wood Ash in Muskoka: Revitalizing Lakes and Forests
Muskoka real estate can be a crap shoot. Buying a cottage in Muskoka or a Muskoka country property can be a challenge. Whether it is a country property or a waterfront palace, the quality of the build affects Muskoka real estate values. We always recommend a home inspection by a great inspector (our favourite is … Continue reading What does a builder build when he builds for himself?
