Ah September, the end of summer and the start of a fresh new season. As you wind down your summer waterfront activities, we'd like to share some tips for shutting down the cottage, upcoming education opportunities, and great places for fall walks.
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What's On
Without Exception Exhibit
In its seventh year at the Mill of Kintail, Without Exception is an inspiring showcase of Exceptional Art from Beautiful Minds created by special needs students from the Catholic District School Board of Eastern Ontario. Don't miss this exhibit on display until Oct. 13. Prints can be purchased at the museum gift shop in support of the program.
Fall Museum Hours:
Sept. 2 to Oct. 13
Mon-Fri. 9-3:30 PM Sat.& Sun.10:30-4:30 PM
Step Into Nature
Check out this great map feature from Ontario Parks. It helps you find the best fall colours at your favourite provincial parks.
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Landowners
Closing up the Cottage
Closing up the cottage for the season can be a daunting task. We've compiled some
Loving your lake doesn't end with autumn. Attend the 2014 Lake Links Workshop in Perth, ON, October 25. Meet other lake landowners and learn more about protecting your waterfront investment.
Working around Water
Fall is a good time to plan for work on your property. Contact MVCA before you start. Get answers to your waterfront development questions and ensure compliance with the
It's easy to get in touch,see our contact list organized by region and development type.
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Get Involved
Natural Edge Program
Do you own a large waterfront property in need of planting?
Natural Edge offers free site visits and eligible properties receive customized plans incorporating the landowners needs and wants and the materials and labour to complete the project. Contact Courtney to schedule your visit for the 2015 planting season. Mississippi Lake Plan
Do you have an interest in the future of Mississippi Lake? Come to this workshop:
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Education
Get Your Students Outside
Develop stronger communication skills as they are encouraged to take on leadership roles and team challenges away from the classroom.
Improve physical and mental health in our outdoor setting that is perfect for active games while learning about and appreciating the natural environment.
Enhance curiosity and environmental awareness as nature appreciation is stimulated through hands-on activities like stream studies, animal investigation, and soil profiling.
2015 Day Camps
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Town Hall
Source Protection Plan
In May 2000, seven people died and 2300 were made ill after Walkerton's drinking water became contaminated with bacteria.
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Conservation
A.D. Latornell Symposium
This year's theme, Growth and Transformation, focuses on current environmental conditions and the idea of challenging conventional approaches to conservation and transforming how we think, work, and live to support a sustainable future.
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