Best Plants for the Biosphere
Date Posted: June 21, 2017
Ever wonder which are the best native plants for this UNESCO biosphere we live in?
Check out the attached poster and then head to Little Gardens in Parry Sound where they stock and label them to help you plant the best in the biosphere.
Blue-Green Algae - What you need to know
Date Posted: June 21, 2017
The phosphate level in our lake is being significantly increased by our human activities. Phosphates help algae to grow and blue-green algae is particularly worrisome since it can produce a toxin that makes lake water unsafe for drinking, swimming, bathing, watering the gardens and for our pets. It pretty much spoils fun at the lake. The good news is we can all make a positive difference. See the attached brochure. For a printed copy for your fridge or coffee table please email info@olra.ca
Good Neighbour Practices- A Guide for Residents and Cottagers
Date Posted: June 21, 2017
The attached guide is from Stewardship Seguin reminds us of how to maintain great neighbourly relations, stay safe and healthy too.
Parry Sound Dragon Boat Festival - June 23rd - 24th, 2017
Date Posted: June 16, 2017
Starting with a Canada 150 parade June 23rd at 6:30 pm to the exciting races, beach party and BBQ on the 24th, this fun Rotary Club event if worth checking out at Waubano Beach in Parry Sound. Pledges go to local charities.
http://www.dragonboatfestival.org/
Otter Lake Water Level Monitoring On-Line Link
Date Posted: June 16, 2017
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry monitors and regulates the lake water levels for Otter Lake and Little Otter Lake by removing and adding logs in the dam at the mouth of the Boyne River on Little Otter Lake. It is a tricky job since heavy rains can quickly increase lake levels from the large catch basin around our lakes. To see the lake level monitoring go to - https://www.hobolink.com/p/b35506827ed23569081f9b49b27a3af1
For this summer the MNR and F target range is between about 207.27 to 207.05 metres. The lake levels are in that target range now.
Want to find local food?
Date Posted: June 13, 2017
The Georgian Bay Biosphere Reserve (GBBR) has posted a map listing our many local food producers and places serving it. Go to this link, scroll down and then click on the map to expand it. Enjoy!
http://www.gbbr.ca/vibrant-communities/local-food/
2017 Eat Around the Sound Series
Date Posted: June 13, 2017
Enjoy some local delicacies and fun this summer courtesy of the Georgian Bay Biosphere Reserve. For more info and to register see the attached poster and go to:
http://www.gbbr.ca/vibrant-communities/local-food/
Georgian Night Trail Running Series Starting June 22nd
Date Posted: June 13, 2017
Feel like some outdoor activity and exercise? Check out these night runs happening on June 22nd, July 20th and Aug. 17th at Georgian Nordic Activity Centre.