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Time is almost up, but a very few spots are available:

Balsam Lake canoe tragedy that claimed 11 lives on July 20, 1926, to be marked 100 years later - The 11 boys lost in the tragedy were part of a group of 15 led by Robert Shea-Butcher, a World War I veteran who couldn't swim, and Arthur Lambden. Anglican Church leadership camp at Balsam Lake. You may read about it here (removed spaces): https ://kawarthanow. com /2026/07/06/balsam-lake-canoe-tragedy-that-claimed-11-lives-on-july-20-1926-to-be-marked-100-years-later/, or watch the video here:

1926 Balsam Lake Canoe Accident Cited as one of the worst pleasure craft disasters in Ontario’s his...

First time participating in Lock & Paddle? 🛶

Wait times can vary once you're in the lock. While a transfer at the Peterborough Lift Lock normally takes about several minutes, the loading process during the event can extend your wait to over an hour. ⏲️

Parks Canada lock staff carefully load hundreds of canoes and kayaks to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. 🥰

Be sure to dress for the weather, wear sunscreen, and bring a filled water bottle! 👍

https://parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/on/trentsevern/activ/eclusez-pagayez-lock-paddle -6

https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=tRRcc_oLxPpC13iv&fbclid=IwY2xjawS6ePxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeBj0cdwh1afagIxLxOFt8E9efv5ZOF_cLaXYFI1hze4Rz9opbFP_F8ff0uY8_aem_6Z8b8CoufymcukkB3ES78A&v=i4CvYrYSxF8&feature=youtu.be

Invasion of the beavers: The Arctic will never be the same Sarika Cullis-Suzuki journeys to the Arctic where beavers have been...

Why Colour Matters

Every second counts when looking for someone under water, bright colours make you easier to spot.

BEST COLOURS: Bright, contrasting colors like neon yellow, orange, pink, and bright red.

WORST COLOURS: Colors that blend with the water and environment: white, shades of blue and green, and gray.