Ever wondered what lies beyond those “No Road Access” signs? If you’re looking for a really remote getaway, here are some spots that offer a motorboat-free mecca. We’re blessed with … Continued
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The cottage is all about cozy vibes, and that’s where Squishmallows shine. Whether you’re curling up for a movie, reading under a blanket, or just in need of a squishy … Continued
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Every summer, we hear reports of cottagers bemoaning the summer’s bug population (typically in some form of, “Do the X seem worse to you this year?”). From irritating, itch-inducing mosquitoes … Continued
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Every griller knows they’re only as good as the tools they use. That’s why it’s important to upgrade old or broken equipment and invest in the gadgets that work. From … Continued
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This article was originally published in the Summer 2017 issue of Cottage Life. If my friend breaks a leg while waterskiing at the cottage, should I make him stay in … Continued
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Rogers’ new satellite program is making it easier than ever for cottagers in the most remote parts of the country to connect to mobile services. “Rogers satellite is available outside, … Continued
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Looking to buy a cottage on the highly coveted Stony Lake in Kawartha Lakes, Ont.? We asked Ken Pipher, a sales representative and realtor with Mincom Kawartha Lakes Realty, for … Continued
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Ontario’s Ministry of Environment, Conservation, and Parks (MECP) is planning to hand off ownership of sections of Wasaga Beach, and it’s asking the public to weigh in. In May, the … Continued
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32C Chadwick Lane, Frontenac, Ont. Lake: Bobs Lake Bedrooms: 3 + 1 Bathrooms: 2 Lot size: 166 by 264 feet List price: $795,000 Date listed: May 22, 2025 Realtor: Tammy … Continued
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I put a new tank on my barbecue, and nothing would light. This wasn’t a problem with the old tank. What’s going on?—Bill Gunn, via email Unfortunately, without examining the … Continued
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Lake Erie is starting to resemble a giant bathtub. Last week, the western basin of the Great Lake recorded a surface temperature of 29 degrees Celsius—a staggering number considering Ontario’s … Continued
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Ted Hsu is calling on the provincial government to provide answers to Wolfe Island residents after extensive delays to the construction of two ferry docks. On July 9, Hsu, the … Continued
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