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Kawartha 

cottage 

Spring/Summer 2010 

Idyllic Retreat 

Not Just A Dream 

The Kawartha’s 

Ribbon Of Life 

Outdoor Kitchens 

& Outdoor Rooms 

Kawartha Canoe 

& Kayak Tripping 

Creative Designs 

For Your Home 

& Cottage 

KLC :: Blending The Past And The Present :: Inside pg 8

:: Kawartha Cottage Magazine :: Spring/Summer 2010 

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Cover & This 

Photo by 

John Lewis 

Photography 

In This Issue 

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Blending The Past & The Present 

An Immeasurable Level of Satisfaction 

Idyllic Retreat Not Just A Dream 

Table of Contents 

Canoe & Kayak Tripping In The Kawarthas 

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33 

34 

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50 

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56 

60 

68 

70 

73 

Unique Homes & Cottages With A Personal Touch 

A Star Is Born 

A Fire Is Kindled 

The Kawwartha’s Ribbon of Life 

Wakeboarding – Getting More Pop By Simply Doing Less 

Entertaining & Relaxing… Take It Outside 

Summer Entertaining Made Easy 

Creative Designs For Your Home Or Cottage 

Next Generation Retirement Living 

Worry-Free Living At Ferghana 

Barbeque Recipes 

Publisher 

Greg Welch 

Contributing Writer 

Joanne Culley 

Design/Production 

Sandy MacIsaac 

Photography 

John Lewis Photography 

This Is Your Life…Photography/Erin Filman 

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Cover Story 

Cover Story 

By Joanne Culley 

Blending 

The Past And 

The Present 

Above: The 100 year old coop feed mill in Lakefield 

Scott Wootton wanted his own children to experience the 

lifestyle he had as a child, spending idyllic summers at an 

island cottage on Stoney Lake, taking sailing lessons at 

Juniper Island. 

After several years of searching, he and his wife did find a lot 

on the same lake, just up from the locks at Burleigh Falls. But, 

how to build a cottage that would capture that nostalgic feeling 

from long ago 

When Wootton heard that the 100 year old coop feed mill 

in Lakefield was going to be demolished, he knew he wanted 

some of that wood. 

“The mill’s timberframe structure had three sections, one of 

which I salvaged,” says Wootton, the president of Kawartha 

Lake Construction. “I hired Kingdon Lumber to crane the 

wood, which I stored at my farm for a couple of years until I 

was ready to build the cottage.” 

Wootton designed the two-storey cottage around the timber, 

constructing a conventional stick building with 2’ x 6’ 

walls on an Insulated Concrete Foam (ICF) foundation. His 

showpiece all-season home has the beauty of an old wooden 

building, but with all latest environmental efficiencies. 

“There is a high level of air tightness in the cottage, which I 

Continued on page 10 

Below: The Wootton’s new cottage on Stoney lake 

Photo by John Lewis Photography 



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“I hired Kingdon 

Lumber to crane 

the wood, which 

I stored at my 

farm for a 

couple of years 

until I was ready 

to build the 

cottage.” 

Scott Wootton 

built to R2000 standards. It is now a 

comfortable, year-round dwelling,” he 

continues. “Now my kids enjoy summers 

on the lake just as I did, plus we 

can stay there in the winter when we go 

up to cross-country ski at the Kawartha 

Nordic trails.” 

The interior is finished with wood 

walls and white pine plank beam 

ceiling – there is no dry wall in sight. 

The floor is constructed of wood reclaimed 

from the rafters in the old 

Cashway Lumber store on Monaghan 

Road (formerly Beaver Lumber). 

“The beautiful 18-foot long planks 

are made from Douglas fir, which lends 

a heritage touch to the interior,” he says. 

The cottage has four bedrooms, a 

music room, loft, kitchen, living room, 

dining room, mudroom, and a wraparound 

screened-in porch with an octagonal 

section on the corner for 

social gatherings. A second story deck 


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Cover Story 

facing southwest provides a secluded 

spot that’s sheltered from the wind. 

Kawartha Lakes Construction 

A graduate of the University of Waterloo, 

Wootton is a skilled tradesman who has 

specialized in building and renovation 

projects in the Kawarthas since 1988. 

He is an active member of the Ontario 

Home Builders Association, the Ontario 

Renovators’ Council and the Peterborough 

& the Kawarthas Home Builders 

Association, he has participated in the 

Remodelers Advantage Roundtables 

with other construction professionals 

for the past several years. Committed to 

the science of building, his own home 

won an R-2000 Excellence Award for 

best overall design in Ontario. 

The Kawartha Lakes Construction 

Company Ltd. is a professional design/ 

build company specializing in custom 

homes, custom cottages, renovations, 

additions, porches, decks and docks. 

Their reputation is built on their 

commitment to providing innovative, 

customized design and superb 

craftsmanship thorough planning, 

smart building practices and construction 

experience. 

Incorporating Green Features 

KLC incorporates many green features 

into their buildings. They routinely 

build to R-2000 standards with their 

insulation, windows, doors, energy 

efficient heating and cooling systems 

such as radiant and geo-thermal 

heating, solar designs, and home automation 

(smart wiring). The company’s 

award-winning interior designers can 

help in the selection of environmentally 

friendly finishes. 

The company is known for its high 

quality craftsmanship and has been the 

recipient of many awards, including four 

awards from the Peterborough & the 

Kawarthas Home Builders Association 

in 2009. They take responsibility for 

each project from start to finish 

Contact Scott Wootton at Kawartha Lakes 

Construction at 705-652-5241 or visit www. 

kawarthalakesconstruction.com 

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Cottage/Home Construction 


An 

Immeasurable 

Level of 

Satisfaction 


“The interior wood trims, the doorframes, window trim 

and sills, etc., throughout the house were also Integrity 

Construction’s recommendations which we’re very happy with.” 

Laura Windsor 

Constructed over seven months by Integrity Construction, 

the approximately 2,000 foot home fits in beautifully 

with the northern landscape. “Originally Integrity 

was just going to build the shell of the house, but we were so 

impressed with the way they worked and how their team 

functioned that we had them do the interior also, consulting 

with us on all aspects along the way,” says Laura. 

The one-and-a-half storey house is made of Ontario pine 

square logs, surrounded by a deck constructed of Western red 

cedar, from wood that has been “eco-farmed.” 

The light-filled interior boasts square-paned windows and a 

high cathedral ceiling topped with an arched window. 

“We wanted an open concept home, especially in the kitchen, 

where we spend a lot of time,” explains Laura. “We do a lot of 

entertaining, and I want to be able to see people as they come in 

the door, as well as to talk to them in the living area, while I’m 

cooking.” 

Using a Colonial Concepts home as a base, the couple made 

design modifications to suit the lot as well as their own choices. 

Personal touches include a wide, ceramic-tiled foyer in 

which to greet guests, yellow birch hardwood floors, and a powder 

room off the foyer, so that, as Laura says, they can “come in 

from the garden and wash our hands without taking off our 

boots.“Laura says the team at Integrity were professionals 

throughout the whole process, with two important areas where 

their advice and input was critical to the finished product. 

“We had established the perimeter dimensions for the front 

deck and knew we wanted a change in level across the front. We 

had picked out the railing baluster style and the finished product 

very much reflected Integrity’s design recommendations,” 

continues Laura. “The interior wood trims, the doorframes, 

window trim and sills, etc., throughout the house were also 

Integrity recommendations which we’re very happy with.” 

The exposed wood of the living and dining area keeps the 

aesthetic beauty of the wood, without sacrificing the insulating 

values of the home. Exterior frame walls on the upper level of 

the house are finished in drywall with a high R-factor blown-in 

insulation. 

Laura says the benefits of building a new house are many. 

“Living in a house you have helped to design, getting exactly 

what you want, with the quality of craftsmanship that Integrity 

has, where everything is well made and all the finishing touches 

are taken care of - the level of satisfaction is immeasurable,” she says. 

Before building a new house, Laura says the most important 

decision to make is who to choose as the builder. 

She advises looking at their experience and choosing a company 

that will do what they say they will do, and build up a 

relationship of trust. 





“The whole process of building a 

new home can be overwhelming. 

Choosing Integrity helped us avoid the 

pitfalls that beset many homeowners,” 

she says. Design/Build Company Based 

in Lindsay, Integrity Construction Services 

Inc. has been in business for four 

years, with registered, certified in-house 

designers, carpenters and construction 

managers. Their team is experienced in 

conventional frame construction, with 

significant expertise in specialty areas 

such as log, timber frame, structural insulated 

panels (SIP), insulated concrete 

form (ICF) and newly emerging hybrid 

construction methodologies. 

Integrity Construction Services designs 

and builds custom executive 

homes and cottages, throughout central 

Ontario ranging from Haliburton and 

Muskoka, south to Lake Ontario and 

North Kawarthas, and as far west as 

Hockley Valley. 

“We are a Design-Build firm specializing 

in whole home solutions,” says 

Robert Barrow, one of the firm’s Principals 

and Construction Manager. “We 

build highquality timber frame and log 

homes made of pine or fir, which last 

longer, cost less to operate and maintain, 

and provide greater homeowner 

satisfaction than anything else on the 

market”. 

Energy Efficiency 

Integrity’s executive retreats, usually 

built in and around lakes, are typically 

constructed using a ‘green’ approach, 

which places a high priority on health, 

environmental and resource conservation 

performance over its life-cycle. 

“We are committed to energy-efficient 

construction and being stewards of the 

environment. We like to use newly emerging 

technologies whenever we can,” 

continues Barrow. “We want our homes 

to use as little energy as possible. We 

encourage our clients to consider things 

such as in-floor radiant heating and/or 

geo-thermal applications. We like to 

tell folks that even though these systems 

might cost more initially, after 

about six or seven years or less, they are 

looking at substantial savings in energy 

costs.” 

Close teamwork throughout the design 

process, openness to new approaches, 

and practical advice as to how these 

are best applied are often more important 

in terms of initial budget vs. life 

cycle costing, according to Barrow. 

North American-Wide Experience 

Company founder Rob Barrow graduated 

from Ryerson University in 1993 with a degree 

from the Department of Architectural 

Science, majoring in Project Management. 

Since then he has worked in a variety 

of key construction management positions 

on many different projects in the 

United States and Canada. 

Integrity Construction Services 

builds all year round. They custom tailor 

every one of their homes to the 

uniqueness of each client’s property, 

tastes, needs and budget. 

The process of having a new home 

built begins with a free consultation, 

followed by Phase 1 of preconstruction, 

where preliminary designs and budgets 

are prepared, taking into account the 

client’s wish list. 

Phase 2 involves preparing the permit 

drawings, firming up bids, selecting 

finishes, and making the decisions necessary 

in order to move forward to the 

construction phase. Phase 3 is the actual 

construction, which usually takes 

between 8 and 14 months depending 

on the complexity of the design and 

challenges or remoteness of the site. 

When asked why their group chose 

the name Integrity, Barrow says, “Integrity 

is our core value, which is what we 

aspire to in every way, ensuring quality, 

ethics, health and safety in all that we do. 

Our innovative approach and collaborative 

team effort continually result in 

project successes and customer satisfaction.” 

For more information, please contact, 

Integrity Construction Services, Inc., 55 

Mary Street W., Suite 212A, Lindsay, Ontario, 

(705) 328-9828, email: info@integrityconstruction.ca 

or visit, www.integrityconstruction.ca. 

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Idyllic Retreat 

Not Just A Dream 

1867 Confederation Log & Timber Frame 

Making Dreams A Reality for Over 

30 Years In The Kawarthas 

An idyllic retreat nestled among the trees of the 

Kawartha Lakes is a dream for many homeowners. 

People building in the Kawarthas are looking for a 

simpler lifestyle in a comfortable, casual setting, which 

renews them from their life in the city,” says Rick Kinsman 

of 1867 Confederation Log & Timber Frame. 

“They want to feel like they and their home are a part 

of nature. They are respectful of their surroundings 

and usually want to minimize the disturbance, and become 

a part of the setting.” 

Building a traditional log home always fulfilled the 

natural look requirements for many clients of 1867 

Confederation Log & Timber Frame. As a custom log 

home manufacturer for over 30 years, 1867 has seen an 

increased request by clients to incorporate large timbers 

into designs either combined with traditional log 

construction or as the main structure. As a result 1867 

Confederation Log and Timber Frame Homes has 

changed both their name and product to reflect consumer 

demand by introducing timber framing to its 

standard inventory. 

“Many people are familiar with the reputation and 

log buildings of 1867 Confederation Log Homes. Over 

the past couple of years we have done so many timber 

frame buildings we felt that it was important that our 

name reflect the increased product line.” says owner 

Rick Kinsman. 

As anyone who has ever owned a timber frame residence 

will tell you, these unique accents and innovative 

designs create not only a home, but an experience. 

From the exterior, deep overhangs, multi-gabled rooflines 

and massive columns create a vision of permanence 

and strength. Inside the beauty of the wood is displayed 

in ceiling beams that vary from simple straight 

lines to complex curves, beveled edges and carved pendants. 

“We love it,” say the Botterbergs, owner of an 1867 

Confederation Log & Timber Frame home on Pigeon 

Lake. “We saw the model home in Bobcaygeon and fell 

in love with the open concept main living area. The 

cathedral ceiling with large windows and loft appealed 

to us. It just had a cosy feel. “ 




For these happy homeowners the sunroom 

with timber frame accents combined 

with large windows and doors 

opening to a deck allows them to enjoy 

the natural setting whether indoors or 

out. 

“All of our buildings are totally custom 

built”, says Kinsman. “Whether you 

choose log or timber frame or a combination 

of the two we work with every client 

to create a design that is unique to their 

particular wants and needs. Timber 

frame options include king, collar tie, 

hammer beam and scissor truss designs 

which can be employed for a single room 

or throughout the home” 

1867 Confederation Log and Timber 

Frame has eliminated the extensive labour 

formerly required to create traditional 

joints by utilizing a unique fastening 

method. It is completely invisible, 

thus maintaining the timeless heritage 

look of post and beam construction. It is 

certified for tension and shear and five 

times as strong as a normal mortise and 

tenon joint. Savings in extensive labour 

costs permit the look of timeless craftsmanship 

at an exceptional price. 

A log or timber frame home from 1867 

Confederation Log and Timber Frame 

also meets the requirements of modern 

homeowners concerns about the environment. 

Logs are a natural product: recyclable, 

biodegradable, and renewable. At 

1867 locally grown, sustainable forested 

wood is used; lumber is air dried, using 

less energy in the manufacturing process 

than kiln dried. The thick log exterior 

walls mediate temperature differentials 

and improve energy efficiency. 1867 Confederation 

Log and Timber Frame 

achieved a significant “green” milestone 

as manufacturer of the first log home in 

Canada to achieve an Energy Star rating. 

Timber accents provide a unique opportunity 

to create a custom look for 

both new construction and renovations. 

For your new home or cottage, or simply 

to update your existing home with a timber 

frame entry or sunroom, contact 1867 

Confederation Log and Timber Frame to 

discuss available options. 1-877-GO-2- 

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Outdoors 

Outdoors 

Canoe & Kayak Tripping 

In The 

Kawarthas 


Travelling on the waterways takes one 

back hundreds of years to the time of the 

First Nations people and voyageurs. 

In Anishnabe, Kawartha means “bright waters and happy 

lands”. Many love exploring its clear, deep lakes and sparkling 

rivers by canoe or kayak. The area abounds with opportunities 

for those wanting to get away from it all on a day trip 

or longer excursion. 

Paddling is a good way to stay active while at the same time 

slowing down to experience the restorative powers of nature. As 

technology tends to take over more and more of our lives, it’s 

important to remember that it wasn’t always this way. 

Travelling on the waterways takes one back hundreds of years 

to the time of the First Nations people and voyageurs. We can 

still experience some of the same wild beauty they saw in the 

forests and rocks of the Canadian Shield. 

Day Trips 

There are many options for day trips on the lakes and rivers in the 

Peterborough area. Putting in at Little Lake in Peterborough’s 

East City, canoeists or kayakers can have a leisurely paddle 

through the lagoons of Beavermead Park, or head upstream or 

downstream on the Otonabee River. The Otonabee can also be 

accessed at Squirrel Creek Conservation Area, south of the city, 

on Wallace Point Road, where one can travel downstream past 

cottages and forests to Rice Lake. 

Many enjoy paddling along the Indian River. A popular putin 

spot is the beach at the Lions Park in the town of Warsaw from 

which one can travel towards the Warsaw Caves Conservation 

Area. Further south along the river, paddlers can put in at Keene, 

where they can explore the marshes as they go downstream into 

Rice Lake. Travelling along the lake’s shore, one can also explore 

Serpent Mounds Park, the site of a 2000 year-old native settlement, 

with nine burial grounds on a drumlin, a high point of 

land overlooking the lake. 

Eels Creek, north of Stoney Lake, offers travellers a scenic trip 

through the rocks and forests of the Canadian Shield. Paddlers 

can put in at Highway 28 and paddle down to the take-out just 

before Stoney Lake. Be prepared to portage along several trails to 



Outdoors 

avoid the rapids. There is the option of 

taking a hike into Petroglyphs Provincial 

Park, where one can observe the sacred 

“teaching rocks” that were carved between 

600 and 1100 years ago on crystallized 

marble, and are the largest known 

area of its kind in North America. 

Longer Trips 

The Kawartha Highlands Signature Site 

Park offers many routes to explore by canoe 

or kayak, with several access points. 

Long Lake in the east is the starting place 

for several trips where one can travel in a 

loop, for instance through Loucks, Cox 

and Stoplog Lakes, or one way, south 

through Buzzard and Vixen Lakes, to end 

at Coon Lake. Further north, Crab and 

Wolf Lakes can be accessed through 

Anstruther Lake Rd. off of Highway 28, 

and offer options for day or weekend trips. 

At the west side of the park, one can 

have a pleasant day’s paddle starting out 

at Beaver Lake and going through Bottle 

Creek into Sucker Lake. 

North of Apsley, Silent Lake Provincial 

Park provides an opportunity to paddle 

through three interconnecting lakes 

with rocky islands where one can indeed 

experience silence as no motorboats are 

allowed in the park. 

Environmental Awareness 

While canoeing or kayaking in any wilderness 

area it is important to pack garbage 

out, and, where possible, pick up whatever 

has been left behind by others. There is 

nothing more annoying than coming 

upon a spot in the wilderness that has 

been trashed with beer cans, food scraps 

and other garbage. The sharp contrast of a 

beautiful forest next to a junked picnic 

stop or campsite stresses an important 

point about preserving the environment. 

Close Encounters with Wildlife 

The slower pace and silence of paddling 

puts one on the same wavelength as 

wildlife. There’s nothing like witnessing 

the surprise of a loon as she pops up a few 

metres away from the canoe, and then 

quickly dives under when she realizes she 

isn’t alone. 

Canoeing and kayaking can bring 

some exceptional experiences, such as seeing 

ancient pictographs on a granite rock, 

hearing wolves call to each other in the 

night, seeing a moose and her calf grazing 

in a marsh, picking blueberries beside a 

portage, or watching a shooting star while 

sitting by the campfire. 

Wherever you decide to go in the 

Kawarthas, you’re sure to have your own 

unique experience with nature. 

Books 

Local author and canoeist Kevin Callan 

has written some excellent books on accessible, 

family-friendly canoe routes, including: 

The Happy Camper, Cottage 

Country Canoe Routes, Gone Canoeing: 

Weekend Wilderness Adventures in 

Southern Ontario, and A Paddler’s Guide 

to Ontario. 

The Kawartha Regional Outdoor Map 

and the Peterborough & the Kawarthas 

Outdoor Adventure Guide are available 

in tourist outlets locally. 

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Countr y Homes Of Distinction 

Dave ~ “My wife and I were looking for something in the country but with 

a short commute to Peterborough. My wish list included a large treed lot, 

a view and good roads. With 2 small children, having schools close by was 

another factor. Chemong Bluffs was our choice. We presented Glen Watson 

with a set of house plans and today we are living our dream. Thanks to 

both Ted and Glen, for making our 

new custom home experience a 

rewarding one.” 

Steve ~ “After looking at numerous resales and not finding just 

what we were looking for, we chose Chemong Bluffs and we had 

one built. Its a great area and its by the water, what more could 

you ask for.” 

Chemong Bluffs ~ Custom Homes by Glen Watson Construction 

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Peterborough, Ontario 

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water access plus 5 waterfront lots. 

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Unique Homes & 

Cottages With A 

Personal Touch 

In business since 1989, Jim Williams Construction builds 

custom homes and does renovations for Peterborough 

& the Surrounding area, as far away as 

Haliburton and Tweed. 

The haunting cry of a loon over a misty lake. Waves 

lapping at the shoreline stirred by a gentle summer 

breeze. A gruff “croak” coming from a shallow patch 

of undisturbed water. These are just a sampling of the many 

sounds that represent the Kawarthas. 

In business since 1989, Jim Williams Construction builds 

custom homes and does renovations for Peterborough and the 

surrounding area, as far away as Haliburton and Tweed. 

Currently he and his crew are putting the finishing touches 

on a 3200 sq. ft cottage built with Douglas fir timber reclaimed 

from a torn-down building on the Trenton Air Force base. 

“The timber is excellent, even though it’s 80 years old, it’s 

straight and strong and makes good beams,” says Williams. 

“We’re using beautiful granite rock on the outside.” The house 

is being built using normal 2’ x 6’ framing. 

Located on lower Buckhorn Lake, the home has many special 

features: wood-filled soffits, radiant heat in the bathroom 

and a large screened-in wrap-around three season sun porch 

from which to take in the views of the lake. 

After tearing down the original cottage, Williams and his 

crew have spent seven months working on it. 

Every home he builds is different, says Williams. “It’s not 

like working in a subdivision, where there are cookie cutter 

houses. These are unique, one-of-a-kind houses with a personal 

touch,” he says. Recent homes he has built include bungalows 

in Peterborough and on Chemong Lake. 

The process of building a home is fairly straight-forward, 

according to Williams, and depending on the size and complexity 

of the design, can take anywhere from three or four 

months to a year. 

“We meet with the client in their home, to get an idea of 

what they’re used to,” he continues. “Often they will have a 

picture of what they’re thinking of. From that, the architect 

will draw up plans for approval by the client.” 

Once the building begins, the client comes to walk through 

the framing to get an idea of the space. That’s a good time to 

move any of the walls. 

“It’s hard to imagine the room size and where the walls are 

on paper, but once you walk through you have a better idea,” 

he says. Clients pick the windows, countertops, trims, flooring 

and woodwork to individualize their home. 

“We don’t just finish a home with drywall,” he says. A licensed 

carpenter, Williams specializes in the putting on the 

finishing touches, which he says is what makes a home unique. 

“Once the house is complete, I derive great satisfaction 

from seeing the homeowners get what they want,” he says. 

“It’s good to spend the time and build a house that they are 

comfortable living in.” 

Williams advises those planning to have a new home built 

to check the credentials of builders to ensure high quality of 

product and service. Williams is a member of the Peterborough 

and District Home Builders Association, the Tarion 

New Home Warranty program, and the RenoMark program 

for his renovation projects. 

For more information, please call (705) 749-6615 or email, 

homes@jimwilliamsconstruction.ca 


Kitchens 

A Star Is Born 

Kitchen Supplier For “Marriage Under 

Construction” Stresses The Importance Of 

Renovation Planning And Budgeting 

Afew years ago we had the privilege of being chosen as 

the kitchen supplier for an HGTV series called 

“Marriage Under Construction”. The show was 

centered around a very young and very naive couple who, 

after buying their first house, were faced with the daunting 

task of renovating, luckily, a new kitchen was high on their 

wish list! 

Working with the young couple and their contractor, we 

came up with a terrific design that provided them with a very 

functional kitchen and also provided them with the look they 

were after. We felt that we had achieved the goal of creating a 

beautiful kitchen for an excellent price. As with every client, 

we start out by asking a budget for the kitchen, but as a young 

couple starting out, they had no idea how much a new kitchen 

would cost. In the end, the kitchen was great, and the client 

was thrilled, but the kitchen was only one of many rooms that 

needed renovating, and they were left with a much more 

modest budget than they started with. 

As the show evolved, it became clear that the lack of 

budget for the rest of the home was due in large part to the 

money that was used on the kitchen. Thankfully, along the 

way, the couple received additional funds from family and 

were able to complete the renovations that were needed. 

The show was a great experience for us, and we feel that the 

outcome was a positive one. Not only did the client end up 

with a beautiful kitchen for a great price, but their budget 

woes were an important lesson for any viewer who is getting 

started on a renovation project. 

If you are considering any renovation, set a budget. Then 

call a renovation company or home improvement supplier and 

have a preliminary discussion about your budget. Don’t be 

shy, the subject will need to be discussed at some point and 

it will save you and the company you choose to do the 

renovation a lot of time if you establish a realistic budget at 

the start. When we go through the process with our clients, 

we try to cover all the various items that will need to be 

included in the budget in order to arrive at a reliable final 

budget. It often grows in size as you take into account all the 

things, big or small, that will be needed. No one wants to see 

the total cost continue to inch up but it is much better to be 

fully prepared before you start so you can have the money to 

pay for the project and not fall short. 

Finally, hire a reliable and qualified contractor. Check 

their references and, if possible, speak to former clients to get 

their feed back on their project. With a little leg work on 

your part, you will get what you want for the price you are 

expecting to pay and be thrilled with the outcome. 

Good Luck. 

Submitted by Charles Harwood, Harwood Kitchens, 

27 Lansdowne St. W., Peterborough, 705-742-6241 


Fireplaces 

A Fire Is 

Kindled 

Written by 

Michele Kadwell-Chalmers 

There’s nothing quite like coming up to the cottage and 

gathering around a wood fire with family and friends. 

This is the time to enjoy good food, warmth, and conversation 

around the fire. Wood burning is so much more than 

heat; it creates a feeling of relaxation, togetherness and speaks to 

your soul. 

In heating our homes and cottages with wood, we are simply 

tapping into the natural carbon cycle in which CO2 flows from 

the atmosphere to the forest and back. Trees absorb carbon dioxide 

from the air as they grow, with about half their dry weight 

being carbon the tree has absorbed. As old trees die and decay, 

or are consumed in a forest fire, their carbon is again released 

into the air as carbon dioxide. This is why wood is considered 

a carbon neutral fuel. No further carbon dioxide is released by 

burning the wood than leaving it to naturally decay in the forest. 

The use of wood as a heating fuel does not contribute to 

global warming and climate change the way fossil fuels do. 

When other fossil fuels, such as oil, gas, and coal are burned, 

old carbon that has been stored in the earth is released into the 

atmosphere. This increased compressed form of carbon dioxide 

is linked to global warming and the unusual weather we’ve seen 

in recent years. 

The main issue with wood burning is the smoke created when 

wood is not burned properly. This creates concern for air pollution 

and exacerbates breathing disorders. These are valid concerns. 

The answer to this problem is using high efficiency wood 

stoves, inserts or factory made fireplaces, along with education 

on their use. 

Each person who heats with wood must take responsibility 

for their impact on the environment and the effect on their 

neighbours. A chimney spewing smoke cannot be justified, but 

by updating to an EPA advanced technology stove, smoke emissions 

can be reduced by up to 90%. These new appliances also 

burn up to one third less wood, saving not only trees, but money 

as well. Consider wood smoke as wasted energy. 

Replacing your old conventional stove, insert, or fireplace 

with a high efficiency appliance is an important part of the solution. 

Seasoned firewood and an understanding of how the new 

stoves work are also important factors in maintaining air quality. 

According to a report from U.S. EPA, Strategies for Reducing 

Residential Wood Smoke dated October 29, 2009, “Engaging 

the public and giving them the tools to make the right decisions 

about what they burn and how they burn is the first step in an 

overall wood smoke plan. With proper burning techniques and 

well-seasoned wood, emissions (even in older stoves) can be 

significantly reduced.” 

A homeowner’s skill at wood heating and their regard for 

their neighbours can be seen at the top of their chimney, where 

there should be no visible smoke, except for a few minutes when 

a fire is kindled, which makes everyone who heats with wood 

instantly and visibly accountable. 

To learn more about wood heat, visit www.woodheat.org. 

This is a wonderful website that covers everything to do with 

wood burning. If you would like a free copy of a “Big List of 

Wood Heat Tips” email us at theoriginalflame@gmail.com or 

contact Michele at 705-742-9452 View some of the new high 

efficiency wood products available by going to www.theoriginalglame.com 

or visit The Original Flame located on Hwy 7 East in 

the Almost Perfect Frozen Food Plaza, Peterborough. 


Harwood Kitchens 

Serving Peterborough for 21 Years 

As seen on 

HGTV 

“Our business is built on quality products, 

customer satisfaction & personal integrity.” 

Harwood Kitchens 

27 Lansdowne St. West, Peterborough 

(705) 742-6241 

Fax: (705) 742-6413 

www.harwoodkitchens.com 


Peterborough Green Up 

Peterborough Green Up 

The Kawartha’s 

Ribbon 

of Life 

By Matt Higgs 

Shoreline Advisors Rob Davis and Catharine Hoare (right) 

chat with a cottager on Soyers Lake. 

Just as the families who visit our lakes 

have changed over time, the lakes and the 

way we use them have changed as well. 

The haunting cry of a loon over a misty lake. 

Waves lapping at the shoreline stirred by a 

gentle summer breeze. A gruff “croak” coming 

from a shallow patch of undisturbed water. These are 

just a sampling of the many sounds that represent the 

Kawarthas. 

We are extremely fortunate to call this area home, 

and can clearly see (and hear) why our little piece of 

Ontario has proven itself as one of the most popular 

destinations in the province for cottagers. 

Our clean waters and abundant wildlife is a draw 

for all walks of life, making the family cottage a 

treasured keepsake passed between generations—a 

home away from home. It’s a place to not only relax 

and unwind but also serves as the foundation which 

keeps families together. 

Just as the families who visit our lakes have changed 

over time, the lakes and the way we use them have 

changed as well. In many cases natural shorelines and 

native plants have been replaced with armour stone 

walls and lawns that go right to the water’s edge. These 

landscape features promote erosion and provide 

fertilizers and herbicides with a direct path into 

the lake. 

One of the most important things shoreline 

property owners can do is keep a buffer zone as small 

as three meters wide of natural vegetation between the 

lake and any areas of lawn. This reduces the amount of 

any potential pollutant and sediment going directly 

into the lake. 

When conducting any work around water you need 

to check with your local Conservation Authority, the 

Ministry of Natural Resources or the Trent-Severn 

Waterway. Where your property is located here in 

‘lakeland’ determines which permitting agency you 

need to contact. 

A natural vegetation buffer has other benefits then 

just preventing excessive runoff and the erosion—it 

also can deter geese which can be a cottage owner’s 

worst nightmare. Geese love to congregate in large 

numbers, munching on the lawn and depositing their 

own natural fertilizer, something that is not pleasant 

to step in when on a stroll to the water’s edge. 

The trick to keeping the geese in the water is in 

reducing large open spaces close to the water’s edge, 

like lawns. Geese just love to hangout on a lawn is 

because food is readily available and the wide-open 

space allows them to keep an eye out for predators. A 

natural buffer zone between the lawn and the lake 

reduces this open space, causing the geese to not feel 

nearly as brave. 

If you have specific questions about your shoreline 

or want to know the best actions to take to remedy 

problems you might be facing, you may be the 

ideal candidate for a shoreline visit from the Lakeland 

Alliance. 

Through a one-on-one site visit, a Shoreline Advisor 

will provide hands-on guidance and expertise to 

cottagers who are looking to reduce their impact on 

the lake. The service is free, non-regulatory and strictly 

confidential operating on Boshkung, Kushug, 

and Limerick Lakes as well as the Catchacoma and 

Mississauga chain of lakes. 

Any recommendations provided by the Advisor are 

voluntary suggestions for you alone to decide upon 

whether or not to take action on. The advisor can also 

give you tips about best practices for your septic 

system, pollution prevention, invasive species and 

answer questions you may have about which native 

plants to use when naturalizing your shoreline. 

If you are interested in receiving a free consultation 

but are not located on these lakes or want to find more 

about the Shoreline Advisor program, give Mike Gibbs 

of the Lakeland Alliance a call at 705-745-3238 ext 

207 or email lakelandalliance@coegeo.net. 

By doing your own small part, be it reducing 

erosion or creating a naturalized shoreline you’re 

contributing to the overall health of the lake and 

ensuring it remains a place of relaxation, family, 

and wildlife habitat for years to come. 


We’ve Moved! 

Visit Our Kawartha 

Art Galleries 

Look for 

the Big 

Rocking 

Chair! 

Chip Truck • Empire Cheese • Picards Peanuts 

Over 20,000 Square Feet 

• Mennonite Furniture 

• Antiques at The Barn 

• Crafters Market 

• Gifts & Home Decor 

• Farmers Market (Starting May 22) 

• Christmas Store (opening June 2010) 

Open 7 Days a Week 

124 Lindsay Rd. (1 km East of Fowlers Corners) 

(705) 750-1010 • www.peterboroughcraftworks.com 

Canadian Made Proud! 

Art Galleries 

The best of cottage summers are the days spent lazing around. Sitting on the dock, 

watching the kids in the water at the beach, puttering around with the boats. Summertime 

is about barbecues and sitting around with friends – taking it easy. There is 

much to see in the Kawarthas on those days when you want to. If it is a cloudy day, or, 

perish the thought, rainy, or when it is just too hot to be outside, an art gallery tour might 

just be the ticket. There are many in our area. From the extraordinary collection at the 

Gallery on The Lake to the Art Gallery of Peterborough, downtown on Little Lake, the 

work of local and nationally-known artists is on display for us to see. 

The Gallery on the Lake 

Located in Buckhorn, is one of Canada’s 

largest retail art galleries with original 

art, affordably priced. The gallery represents 

some of the most recognized and influential 

Canadian artists, whose works are showcased 

in exhibits which change throughout the 

season. In addition many renowned artists 

offer weekend Art Classes at the Gallery. 

The Gallery Café and Tea Room are open 

Victoria Day to Thanksgiving, for lunch 

or a light snack. Located on County Road 

#36, 20 minutes north of Peterborough. 

705-657-1108, Toll Free: 1-888-242-7475. 

www.galleryonthelake.com 

Frameland Frame It For U 

Peterborough’s place to go for professional 

custom picture framing. Our design center 

contains a large selection of picture frame 

moldings to suit your tastes. Our expert 

staff, with over 70 years of combined picture 

framing experience, will work with you 

to turn your prized possessions into a 

fantastic work of art. Our walls are filled 

with a large collection of framed art and 

we carry the work of many of Canada’s 

favorite artists. Please come in and see us 

for all your framing needs. Our knowledgeable 

staff will be pleased to serve 

you. Frameland Frame It For U is located 

in Peterborough at 426 George Street N., 

between Brock and Hunter. Please call 

705-748-2951 or visit our website at: 

www.framezip.ca 

The Art Gallery of Peterborough 

A public gallery dedicated to exhibiting 

and collecting Canadian art. Exhibitions 

are augmented with programs and workshops 

for all ages. Located in downtown 

Peterborough on the shore of Little Lake 

next to Del Crary Park. Admission is free 

with barrier free access. Regular hours 

are 11 am to 5 pm, Tues. through Sun. 

Summer hours for July & Aug, 2010 are 

Mon. to Fri. 9 am to 5 pm and Weekends 

- 11 am to 5 pm. Wed. evenings open to 

8 pm. 705- 743-9179 www.agp.on.ca 

Bayside Boutique and Gallery 

Located on Buckhorn Lake in the heart 

of the Kawarthas, it is famous for, and 

proud of, its many talented local artists. 

Lose yourself in the breathtaking “art 

prints” from world-renowned artists like 

Trish Romance, Pino, Carl Brenders, Johannus 

Boots, James Lumbers, Laura Berry, 

Michael Dumas, Colebrook Keirstead, 

Trevor Tenant, and others. Nestled beside 

Six Foot Bay Resort and Golf Course, 

705-657-3315, www.baysideboutique.com 

Bring your Home to Life This Season! 

The Canoe, 1912 by Tom Thomson 

ART GALLERY • CUSTOM FRAMING 

FRAMELAND frame it for u 

www.framezip.ca 

426 George St., N. (between Brock & Hunter) 

(705) 748-2951 

Enjoy this unique public 

gallery featuring exhibitions 

of local and Canadian Art. 

• Open year round with free 

admission and barrier 

free access. 

• Scenic downtown location. 

• Gallery Shop. 

• Reading Room. 

• Kawartha Autumn 

Studio Tour. 

Tues. to Sun. 11am to 5pm 

During July & Aug. open 

Mon. to Fri. 9 am to 5 pm 

Weekends 11 am to 5 pm 

Wed. extended hours to 8 pm 

It’s Worth the Drive! 

Spring/Summer 2010 :: Kawartha Cottage Magazine :: 41 

250 Crescent Street, 

Peterborough 

(705) 743-9179 

www.agp.on.ca


Outdoors 

Outdoors 

Getting outside and 

Having Fun 

Is what makes life 

worth living 

Wildrock Is Your Source 

For Adventure 


Photo by Ann Beacom 

Getting outside and having fun is what makes life 

worth living, according to Scott Murison, coowner 

of Wild Rock Outfitters, located at 169 

Charlotte St. in Peterborough. 

“Whether you’re 6 or 60 years old, playing is the best 

part of life,” he says. “We work the rest of our lives in order 

to make time to play. It’s not only good for our health 

but for our spirits as well.” 

Wild Rock has everything needed to help you get outside 

and enjoy the warm weather, from traditional sports 

to the latest trends in sporting activity. 

“The latest rage is ‘stand-up paddling.’ People can use 

these longer paddles to give their old windsurfers new 

life,” he continues. “The sport originated in Hawaii, and 

we sell the paddles required – it’s a great way to develop 

core strength and balance.” 

Wild Rock sells and rents canoes, kayaks and associated 

gear for recreational paddling, white water fun and 

tripping. Mad River, Bluewater, Scott and Esquif are just 

some of the canoes they carry. In addition to canoes, they 

sell Wilderness Systems and Necky kayaks. All can be 

transported on their Yakima sports racks. 

“We have sit-on-top and open cockpit kayaks that are 

perfect for kids or adults to play around with on the 

beach,” he says. “The Pungo model from Wilderness Systems 

has a nice back rest and thigh system that makes it 

easy to climb in and out of.” 

Scott says that Wild Rock has the largest, most comprehensive 

selection of camping equipment in the Kawarthas. 

Every piece of equipment you can think of is available 

there - from tents, backpacks, water bottles, 

compasses, stoves and food, right down to the smaller 

items such as matches, sunscreen and tent pegs. There is a 

selection of three and four-season tents, in a variety of 

sizes and shapes, such as dome or tunnel. 

They have a wide range of comfortable quality 

sportswear and accessories ideal for hiking, camping or 

travelling. North Face, Patagonia, Lolë, Royal Robbins, 

Columbia, and Icebreaker are just some of the brands 

they stock. With over 150 footwear products, customers 

can find everything from flip-flops and sandals to 

walking shoes and hiking boots. 

Their guides, maps and books, including Kevin Callan’s 

popular canoeing books, can help you decide where to 

go. 

“Just released is the latest edition of the Peterborough 

and area cycling map that shows the many different 

roads, trails and routes to explore,” he says. “It’s available 

here at the store, as well as in various tourist outlets 

around the region.” 

Wild Rock’s bicycle department can outfit you for 

anything from a recreational bike ride to racing in a 

triathlon, with bikes from Trek, Cannondale, Look and 

Cervelo. Their new bicycle fitting service can help cyclists 

custom fit their bike to their individual requirements, by 

adjusting handlebar height, seat position, pedal distance, 

and more, to help alleviate sore backs, necks or hands. 

To find out more about their products, services and 

clinics, please visit www.wildrock.net, call 1-888-WILDROC 

(945-3762) or 705-745-9133. 


Home/Cottage Construction 

The Tradition of Quality 

Craftmanship Continues 


Building a COTTAGE of 

Distinction Means 

Many Things 

Building a custom home or cottage can be a daunting 

task. There are hundreds of decisions that must be 

made in order to truly bring your vision to life. 

Issues will arise – however, our staff are trained to 

look ahead, everyday, so problems can be prevented 

before they happen. 

This is how Evergreen consistently delivers its projects 

on time and on budget – preparation is key. 

When anxiety is reduced, our clients can enjoy the 

process of seeing their dreams come to life. 

1-866-846-9254 • (705) 328-9431 

info@evergreenhomeandcottage.com 

www.evergreenhomeandcottage.com 

Renewable 

Energy, 

Accessbile 

Building 

Renovations 

Located in the heart of the Kawarthas, Kidd Bros. Construction 

Ltd. carries on the tradition of quality craftsmanship 

handed down through the generations. Owner 

Harold Kidd and his brothers learned carpentry from their father 

and grandfather. 

Harold Kidd has worked extensively on cottages and homes 

in the region, in particular on Clear, Stoney and Buckhorn 

Lakes. 

Kidd Bros. is a design/build company that does complete cottage 

renovations and additions, constructs decks, docks, walkouts, 

as well as custom kitchens, bathrooms, rec rooms, windows 

and doors. Outside, they build garages, decks, patios, fences, and 

gazebos. Other services include landscaping, consulting and 

mold removal. With their affiliated company KB Insulation, 

they specialize in spray foam and all aspects of insulation for 

residential and commercial applications. 

“We’ve been installing insulation for 23 years and saw the 

need to expand into the spray foam business in Peterborough and 

to apply the same quality and integrity to the insulation market 

that we do in our building business,” continues Harold. “We are 

concerned about the ‘building envelope’, making sure that our 

customers save on energy costs while receiving the best comfort 

level in their homes.” 

They work across a broad geographical area, extending from 

Barrie and Orillia in the west, around to Lindsay, north to Algonquin, 

Ottawa, south to the lakeshore, east to Campbellford 

and all points in between, basically, as Harold says, “wherever 

our clients take us.” 

“Our mission at Kidd Bros. is to provide the customer with 

the best custom construction services along with a finished product 

that is second to none,” says Harold. “We continue to strive 

for excellence in quality of workmanship and customer satisfaction.” 

Projects they have worked on include the Tru-Pac Products 

building and Dan Whatman Accounting, both in Bridgenorth, 

and large residential renovations in the Norwood area. One of 

their current projects is enlarging a 1,000 square foot home to 

3,500 square feet. 

“No job is too small or too big, it just has to be done right,” 

continues Harold. The company does most of their own work, 

limiting the use of subcontractors, so that they can control the 

quality of the job. They construct the footings, foundations, siding, 

framework, roofing and more. 

“We’re certified Logix installers, which is a Styrofoam block 

foundation system that helps us control our job schedule more 

efficiently,” says Harold. 

Customer Service 

At Kidd Bros., they work closely with their customers to make 

sure they have the best comfort level during their project. 

“We attend to every detail and before we leave any job, we 

make sure the customer is satisfied,” says Harold. “We stay in 

touch with our customers, who, after we finish one job, regularly 

book us for the next job.” 

Harold says his business has grown by word-of-mouth, with a 

large repeat clientele. 

“We work year-round, handling upwards of 300 jobs a year 

with our nine full-time and two part-time employees, and the 

jobs come in largely from referrals. We’ve built the business 

through courtesy, by leaving a clean job site, especially taking 

care with interior work sites to make sure there is no dust or debris 

– it’s basically just common sense.” 

This award-winning company won the Best Renovation 

Award from the Peterborough and Kawarthas Homebuilders Association, 

of which they are a member. Other industry credentials 

include being a RenoMark contractor, and a member of the 

Renovation Council of Ontario, the Peterborough District Construction 

Exchange, and the Canadian Urethane Foam Contractors 

Association. 

For more information please call (705) 742-3480, email 

kiddbros@sympatico.ca, or visit www.kiddbrosconstruction.com. 


Summer Theatre 

The history of radium and uranium refining in Port Hope is a rich story that 

points to both the healing power of science and the destructive capability of 

its discoveries. As seen in the first play of the season at 4th Line Theatre. 

4th Line Theatre 

Bringing HistoryTo Life 

The Eldorado radium extraction plant, circa 1930s (The only Radium Extraction Plant in the British Empire) 

Port Hope, Ontario, Canada. Courtesy of Port Hope Archives 

For 18 years 4th Line Theatre, Canada’s premiere outdoor 

theatre company, has brought history to life on 

the barnyard stages of the picturesque 5th generation 

Winslow Farm in Millbrook, Ontario. The theatre company 

is committed to preserving and promoting our Canadian cultural 

heritage through the development and presentation of 

regionally based, environmentally staged historical drama. 

The 2010 season begins with Eldorado Town - The Port 

Hope Play by Charles Hayter which examines how a small 

Ontario town played a significant role in ending WW II and 

in the coming of the nuclear age. The play, set between 1930 and 

1946, tells the story of radium and uranium refining from the 

viewpoint of Eldorado Gold Mines Limited’s owners, workers, 

town residents and the idealistic French chemist, Marcel 

Pochon, a protégé of Marie Curie, who oversaw the refining and 

promoted the healing powers of radium. 

The history of radium and uranium refining in Port Hope 

is a rich story that points to both the healing power of science 

and the destructive capability of its discoveries. The story of 

Eldorado and Port Hope illustrates these themes on a local 

level and the play will give people some historical context for 

the complex controversies of today. 

The second production of the 2010 season is the return of 

last season’s wildly successful The Right Road to Pontypool 

by Alex Poch-Goldin which became a sold-out audience favourite 

and had the critics calling it “remarkable,” “magnificent” 

and saying it “should not be missed.” The Right Road 

to Pontypool is the little known true story of how a small village 

in Ontario became Toronto’s own little Catskills resort 

between 1916 and the early 1960s. 

In the era when the signs at Toronto’s Sunnyside Beach 

said “No Dogs or Jews Allowed” and when Jews in Europe 

were facing unimaginable peril, the village of Pontypool Ontario 

became a summer retreat for thousands of Jewish immigrants. 

This is the poignant and humorous story of a cherished 

memory of a world that once was. 

4th Line Theatre provides audiences unforgettable outdoor, 

epic theatrical experiences that are enjoyed by thousands 

of visitors every year. Theatre-goers, young and old 

alike, will fall in love with the farm experience, complete with 

picnics, birdsong and sunsets in the country. 

Eldorado Town - The Port Hope Play runs Tuesdays to Saturdays 

from June 29 – July 24. The Right Road to Pontypool runs Tuesdays 

to Saturdays from August 2 – August 28. www.4thlinetheatre.on.ca 


Water Sports 

Water Sports 

Wakeboarding 

Get More Pop by Simply Doing Less 

As you begin to understand the physics of wakeboarding, 

you’ll realize how much more pop you can get off the 

wake simply by doing less. Working too hard to get air is 

such a common mistake. All you really have to do is stand tall, 

which you’re already doing when you cut away from the wake to 

set up for a wake jump. It’s all about energy transfer. Use jumping 

on a trampoline as an example. When you come down on a 

trampoline, all you have to do to bounce right back into the air 

is keep your legs straight and your upper body in line with your 

legs. If you crouch down and try to push off the trampoline, your 

legs will absorb rather than transfer the energy and you won’t 

spring as high. The same rules apply to getting pop off the wake. 

Making these simple changes will help you work less and achieve 

more. 

It all starts with the edge. Start very close to the wake to show 

them getting air isn’t about speed, it’s about edging. When you’re 

on edge, your wakeboard actually creates energy because the water 

wants to push the board back up to the surface. As you cut 

harder, that energy increases, but you need to harness it correctly. 

For instance, you can take an easy cut and do nothing more than 

stand tall at the wake, and you’ll get more pop than if you took a 

hard cut, crouched down and tried to push off the wake but mistimed 

the pop. Once you understand what the right kind of pop 

feels like, start going wider and wider until you find the right 

combination. Just remember to always edge harder as you get 

closer to the wake and to hold that edge all the way through. 

Line it up. To effectively use the energy created by edging, 

you need to resist with your entire body, which means keeping 

your upper body in line with your lower body. Your hips should 

be close to the handle with your arms straight. Edge all the way 

up the wake, and make sure your chest is facing the sky. If your 

hips move away from the handle, your chest will automatically 

cave in and you’ll lose some of the pressure — and energy — from 

the board. Put simply: Stand tall and lean away with your arms straight. 

Use both hands. It’s common to let go of the handle too early 

when you’re going for a trick with a grab or a handle pass. But 

when you’re coming into the wake, all of the force from the board 

needs to be transferred through your hands into the rope. If you 

change the dynamic before you finish the pop, you’ll have lost 

some of your energy. So make sure you always keep both hands 

on the rope until your board leaves the wake. 

Less is definitely more when it comes to efficient energy transfer, 

so just hang on, make sure you have a progressive edge and 

stand tall at the wake. You’ll get all the pop you’ll ever need. 



Outdoor Entertaining 


Entertaining and Relaxing… 

Outside 

take it 

On this note, Mike Van de Bor added, “There are many flooring 

options for outdoor rooms. The preferred choice for a foundation 

though is concrete. In particular, patterned concrete has the benefit 

of being pleasing to the eye, very durable, and extremely solid. 

People are often surprised at the range of looks that patterned concrete 

can provide, we can even mimic the look of wood!” 

Outdoor rooms can be designed to mimic indoor kitchens, 

with expansive counter space and full food preparation areas 

complete with sinks and plumbing. It’s even possible to add a 

dishwasher and a refrigerator to make trips inside to clean up or 

grab a cold drink a distant memory. Outdoor rooms are limited 

only by the customer’s imagination. Take the concept further with 

the addition of pizza ovens, cocktail bars, fountains, trellises, 

patio heaters, spas and pools. 

Sitting comfortably with friends or family in the 

backyard on a cool summer evening, with a warm 

fire and dinner sizzling on the grill is pure pleasure. 

For the price of a single family vacation you can 

transform your backyard into an outdoor oasis that will 

provide years of enjoyment. Given the costs and 

uncertainties involved in an extensive vacation, more and 

more Ontario residents are choosing to stay at home and 

instead turn their backyard into their own vacation spot 

that can be used more often than just July and August. As 

interest in the outdoor room continues to grow, a number 

of Kawartha-based companies have developed products 

and services to enhance the comfort, convenience and 

pleasure of entertaining or relaxing outside, no matter 

the climate or season. 

How To Create An Outdoor Room 

When asked how a customer begins to create an outdoor 

room, Jason Lichter from Friendly Fires described the 

process… “Customers are often relieved to find how easy it 

can be to create an outdoor room. Their worry is often that 

they have to play the role of a general contractor which involves 

more product knowledge and time than most homeowners 

have. In general, a customer will have a vision, and 

then come into one of our showrooms. We can walk a customer 

through all the BBQ details like grill size, options 

and accessories as well as outdoor heaters and even fire pits. 

Once these elements are decided, a customer will then look 

at other components such as gazebos, furniture and of 

course, flooring. For flooring, we partner with top local 

companies such as Van de Bor Paving.” 

Outdoor Room Checklist 

Hearth: Wood or gas fireplace, firepit, outdoor torches 

Cooking: Barbecue, wood-fired pizza oven, refrigerator, keg dispenser, 

sink, food preparation area 

Furniture: Dining table, chairs, end tables 

Flooring: Imprinted concrete 

Shelters: Gazebos, sunrooms, awnings, umbrellas 

For more information on creating your outdoor room, please contact 

the Outdoor Room Specialists – Van de Bor Paving and Friendly FIres. 

A few examples of the many imprinted concrete textures available from Van de Bor Paving Ltd. in Peterborough 



Delray Granite’s custom granite countertops 

are made to fit around BBQs and grill units. 

Entertaining 

Summer 

Summertime, and the livin’ is easy,” goes that old 

favourite. Now summer entertaining is made 

simpler by bringing the kitchen outside. People 

can spend more time with guests by the pool side or 

in the backyard, to make the most of their summer 

experience. 

Made Easy 


“Outdoor kitchens have a real rustic look,” says owner 

Darryl Clodd. “Most of our kitchens are done with a 

polished or leather finish, to give a textured look and feel 

to the countertop. The counter butts up to the BBQ unit 

or goes around it, with an under-mounted farm-style, 

stainless steel sink underneath the cut-out.” 

Delray’s custom granite countertops 

are made to fit around BBQs and grill 

units. Clodd says that granite is ideal for 

outside applications, as it is completely 

weather-resistant, having been in the 

environment over five billion years. 

“Once quarried, cut, polished, and 

sealed, granite is nearly impervious to 

scratches, heat, etching, staining, or 

weathering. It is one of nature’s most 

versatile and beautiful creations,” says 

Clodd. “We import, cut, shape, grind, 

and manufacture whatever you need 

here in our facility.” 

After clients have selected the stone 

and the layout of their design, Delray 

staff will come to the site and create a 

precise template of the project using laser 

technology to ensure accuracy in the 

measurements. In-house craftspeople 

fabricate and custom finish the stone 

before personally delivering and installing 

it. 

In addition to creating outdoor 

kitchens, Delray can also manufacture 

custom countertops, pool areas, jacuzzi 

and hot tub surrounds, kitchen islands, 

cutting boards, bathroom vanities and 

showers, fireplace surrounds, tables, 

furniture, floors, staircases, bars, as well 

as fixtures for commercial applications. 

They have access to stones from all over 

the world, including quartz and soapstone. 

“We customize our projects to meet 

the time, budget, and design constraints 

of each individual client, at every phase 

of the job,” continues Clodd. 

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in service and quality, the Clodd 

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in the most up-to-date equipment. 

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B a c k y a r d B l i s s 

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Roll Relaxation Into Your Backyard 

Portable, Affordable, Luxury is what best describes the quality hot 

tubs offered by Roto Spa, a manufacturer and retailer in business 

in the Peterborough area for 12 years. What was once only for the 

wealthy is now affordable for everyone. They invite you to tour 

their innovative facility and showroom to see for yourself why 

these hot tubs outperform the competition. 

Roto Spa is the first company in Canada to produce rotational molded 

hot tubs, according to co-owners Bill Prentice and Fred Jackson. 

Fred explains that rotational molding uses polyethylene powder 

that is heated while it spins in a mold creating a uniform product. 

This means the 6 foot 7 inch diameter tubs are strong and don’t 

require support by other materials such as fiberglass. This process 

makes the hot tubs less expensive to produce allowing Roto Spa 

to pass on the savings to the customers. Fred also said that there 

is more to the product than just high tech molding techniques. 

“Polyethylene is extremely durable” says Fred Jackson. “Canoes 

and kayaks are made out of it and we guarantee the shell of our 

hot tubs for 10 years” he said. 

He also added that the attractively designed six person all season 

Roto Spa tubs offer the same quality features people expect from 

modern hot tubs, such as 20 powerful jets strategically placed 

for foot and back massage, ozonators, cup holders as well as LED 

lighting, stainless steel cover lifts, handrails and stairs with room 

for chemical storage. Adding to the savings, the shells are totally 

filled with expanding foam insulation, so they retain heat more 

efficiently and the unit is completely sealed, keeping mice and 

other rodents out. Perhaps the best feature for owners of Roto 

Spa tubs is their portability. Because the tubs are light and do not 

require hard wiring, (but can be wired 220), people can take them 

with them when they move or to the cottage for the summer and 

then back home for the winter. “People move on average every 

five years” says Fred, “and they fit in the back of a pick-up truck or 

on a trailer.” 

But to enjoy the benefits of a Roto Spa hot tub, customers have to 

purchase one by visiting the factory showroom located at 1565 

County Road 18 between Bridgenorth and Lakefield where they 

will be met with excellent service. “Our business is built on service 

and referrals.” Fred said with confidence. 

“Buying locally is a tremendous advantage because customers 

deal directly with the manufacturer and if they ever have a service 

issue we are usually there the same day. They’re not dialing a 1- 

800 number somewhere.” Roto Spa appeals to all ages. While 

the younger crowd is into entertaining, the older crowd is often 

seeking relaxation and hydrotherapy for joint or back pain. 

“I think people are impressed when they come to the factory/ 

showroom and see how the tubs are made and how practical, 

affordable and maintenance free they are.” They soon find out 

why our motto is designed to reduce your stress, not create it! 

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Interior Design 


Janet Greene describes 

Angela Cunningham of 

Lakeshore Designs as 

“a miracle worker.” 

Green was downsizing 

from a three-story 

century home to a 

one-story Regency 

cottage. 

Creative Designs 

For your home or cottage 


Lakeshore Designs handled the 

complete set-up of her new home, 

doing everything from unpacking 

hundreds of boxes, arranging the 

furniture, ordering new bookshelves, 

putting away her books, and renovating. 

Greene was out of town all summer, and 

when she came back, all she had to do 

was unpack her suitcase. 

“The house was absolutely wonderful,” 

says Greene. “There were new 

kitchen counters, new draperies, the 

whole house had been painted - everything 

was completely ready for me to 

move into. There were even fresh flowers!” 

Greene says that the job was a challenge, 

as she had a lot of possessions that 

were in storage. “They measured the 

rooms, figured out what would fit, took 

the furniture and boxes out of storage, 

all the while keeping on budget. They 

even did some work outside, extending a 

fence and building new slate steps. They 

went beyond what was required to create 

a very welcoming home for me. 

“Angela chose everything - the paint 

colours, curtains, new bed, chair recovering. 

I didn’t give her any direction and 

it’s just the way I would have liked it,” 

continues Greene. “I couldn’t have been 

more pleased, I couldn’t recommend 

them more highly.” 

Janet Greene’s New Home 

Versatile Designs 

Lakeshore Designs is a complete residential 

and commercial interior design service, 

offering everything from in-home 

consulting, design, draperies, furnish- 


Jennifer Richter’s New Kitchen 



ings, and fabrics to project management. 

For cottages, they do additions, interior 

renovations, wall removal, upgrades to 

bathrooms and kitchens, installation of 

new windows, decks and docks, and more. 

“Lakeshore Designs will work with any 

budget or project size - we enjoy seeing our 

clients happy and satisfied. Whether it is a 

purchase from our store, a complete design 

project or a new home, we want to 

help you with your ideas, plans and wishes,” 

says owner Angela Cunningham. 

Their retail space at 427 George St. N. in 

Peterborough showcases various room setups 

for viewing. In their comfortable, 

friendly atmosphere, clients are invited to 

discuss their needs. Lakeshore Designs’ 

many years of experience in interior design 

can benefit any project. 

“We give a creative edge to all of our 

designs,” says Cunningham. “We work 

with everything from flooring to paint 

colour, to draperies, to fabric, custom 

furniture, and design layouts to make the 

best use of the space.” 

Satisfied Client 

Real Estate agent Jennifer Richter is 

having a new kitchen and bathroom 

designed and installed by Lakeshore 

Designs. “Ours is a 55 year-old house, 

which is badly in need of updating,” says 

Richter. “Angela is doing a wonderful job 

organizing the project for renovating the 

kitchen. It’s a difficult space to work with, 

and I’m very happy with the design, which 

is in a ‘Mission’ style. Walls have been 

taken down to open up the space, and 

there’s now a breakfast nook, built-in 

appliances, coffee bar/desk, granite countertops, 

separate pantry, and extra storage 

in the kitchen. She suggested making the 

range hood a focal point, and it looks 

great.” 

Richter says that Angela is an expert at 

choosing colours and maximizing the 

available space, and has also come up 

with an attractive layout for the living and 

dining rooms. 

Kitchen Design 

“We offer full-service kitchen renovations,” 

says Cunningham. “We take out your old 

kitchen, do the complete design and 

installation of your new one, as well as 

sourcing appliances, counters, flooring 

and lighting.” 

They take photos of the existing space 

and interview the client to determine their 

likes and dislikes. They have a fully 

functional kitchen display in their 

showroom with the Haas kitchen cabinet 

line, as well as a range of other kitchen 

lines to pick from. They use local contractors 

for the work. 

“We go over the client’s wish list, and 

come back with two or three different 

proposals for them,” she continues. “Our 

goal is to provide the client with what 

they want with a designer look while 

staying on budget”. 

Angela says that people want to create 

a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere in their 

kitchens, and are staying home more now 

to dine and entertain. Popular fixtures 

are task and under-counter lighting, 

chandeliers, granite countertops and glass 

cupboard doors. 

“Kitchens are now multi-use areas. 

Not only is the trend towards eat-in 

kitchens, but they are also entertainment 

areas, with more electronics. People watch 

cooking shows on TV while they’re 

preparing meals, as well as listen to music 

on their stereos,” she says. 

Creating your Vision 

Lakeshore Designs can help you 

transform your home by selecting colours, 

furniture, accessories, fabrics, draperies, 

cupboards, flooring, tile, artwork, 

decorations, staging, countertops – 

anything that’s needed to create a comfortable, 

flowing, well-balanced and 

liveable space. 

“Making changes in your home or 

cottage can give you a new lease on life. It 

can help you feel refreshed and energized 

to enjoy the things you really want. When 

you release and let go of the old it makes 

room for new things to come into your 

life,” concludes Cunningham. 

For more information, please visit 

the showroom at 427 George St. N., call 

(705) 748-3875 or visit www.lakeshorehd.ca 



Boating 

Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) 

Saving Lives 

PFDs are available in a wide range of approved types, boat is not open then you only need to wear it while you’re on 

sizes and colours. While PFDs are more comfortable deck or in the cockpit. 

than lifejackets because they are designed for constant 

wear, they do not generally offer the same level of protection as Inflatable PFDs are NOT approved for: 

lifejackets for: 

. anyone under 16 years old. 

. stay afloat; and 

. anyone who weighs less that 36.3 kg (80lbs); 

. turning you on your back so you can breathe. 

. use on a personal watercraft, or 

. white-water paddling activities. 

Choose a PFD based on your needs and activity. If you plan 

to operate at high speeds, look for a PFD with three or more 

chest belts for security. If you will be boating in cold water 

(water less than 15C), choose a PFD with some thermal protection. 

A large selection is also available for activities such as sailboarding, 

kayaking and canoeing. No matter what type of PFD 

you choose, you should choose a colour that makes you easy to 

see in the water. 

There are many pros and cons to choosing a PFD over a 

lifejacket-but remember that a PFD may not turn you on your 

back if you fall in the water. The choice is yours, but think carefully 

before buying. 

You can also buy inflatable PFDs, but you must understand 

how to use and care for them if they are to work properly. You 

must also understand which activities and conditions they are 

approved for. Above all, remember that you have to be wearing 

an inflatable PFD for it to be approved on an open boat. If the 

Inflatable PFDs come in two styles: 

. Vest types can be inflated orally, manually (with a CO2 

system) or automatically. 

. Pouch types can be orally inflated or manually inflated by 

pulling a toggle to activate a CO2 inflation system. 

Although these PFDs inflate quickly, for weak swimmers it 

can seem like it takes forever. All Canadian-approved inflatable 

PFDs have an oral inflation tube in case the CO2 inflation 

system fails. This tube could be hard to use when you are trying 

to keep your head above water. 

An emergency is no time to try out a new device. Inflatable 

PFDs should come with an owner’s manual. Look for it and 

read it carefully. Try it on under supervision and before 

heading out to make sure you know how to use it. 

To learn more about choosing a lifejacket or PFD, 

visit www.wearalifejacket.com 


Art Festival 

Art Festival 

Juniper Island 

Art Festival 

Celebrates 19 Years 

August 7 & 8, 2010, marks the 

nineteeth year of the Juniper 

Island Art Festival, a two day 

event, featuring artwork & photography 

of artists, who live on Clear, Stoney or 

White Lakes in the Kawartha. 

Opening night on Saturday, from 4:00 

to 7:00 pm is celebrated with wine and 

hors d’oeuvres and is the first opportunity 

to view and purchase artwork/photography 

created furing the past two years. The 

Exhibition continues on sunday, from 

10:30 am to 4:00 pm. 

A team of volunteers, plan, set up, jury 

and operate this outstanding exhibition 

& sale of original artwork, produced by 

both professional and amateur artists. 

The show also strives to encourage a 

future generation of artists by having a 

display of children’s artwork. Of interest 

to everyone who comes to the show is a 

chance to win a prize. Each year, one of 

the artists has contributed the prize that 

has ranged from a gourmet, homecooked 

meal, to an original piece of art, or a portrait 

painted of your choice. 

Artists pay a fee to exhibit; visitors enter 

free, but are encouraged to make a donation 

to support the Association of 

Stoney lake Cottagers. The ASLC is a 

non-profit organization that funds various 

programs around the lake. 

Although Juniper Island, is situated on 

Stoney Lake, and therefore only accessible 

by boat, Viamede Resort offers a shuttle 

service to and from the show for a fee of 

$10 each way, per person. ($40 for 5 or 

more). They may be contacted directly at 

705-654-3344 or e-mail info@viamede. 

com at least 24 hours advance notice 

would be appreciated. 

Boaters are encouraged to “boat pool” 

to relieve some of the docking congestion; 

so come with a boat load of family & 

friends to a wonderful venue, displaying 

art to please all ages & tastes. 

Futher information can be obtained by 

contacting the curator of the show, Heather 

Collins at 705-654-4348 (summer) or 

705-876-1450 (winter) Emails can be directed 

to Jiartfestival@aol.com 


Retirement Living 

Fine Dining and Bars 

The grand first floor dining room looks out onto a terraced 

garden – it’s like dining in a fine hotel. 

Director of Dining Services Dan Leal and his team of 

certified chefs ensure that residents receive a menu that is 

tailored to their special requirements. 

For lunch and supper, residents have a choice between two 

entrees, and if those aren’t suitable, there is always a back-up 

menu of favourites for them. There are two sittings for each meal 

and residents sign up for the time they prefer. Residents can 

choose to have breakfast in their own suite, enjoy a 

self-serve breakfast in the bistro, or come to the dining room. 

A dietician is available to help plan diets based on 

individual requirements, such as diabetic, renal, special 

texture, or low-salt. All of the staff have food service and safe 

food handling certificates. 

They even have their own label from Colio Estate 

Wines – it’s a Riesling that’s not available yet at the LCBO. 

There are two bars in which residents and their guests can 

relax and enjoy a visit. The Fireside Lounge can be made into a 

private area by closing the garden doors if a more intimate 

atmosphere is desired. 

Care Continuum 

Canterbury Gardens offers a full range of retirement options – 


from independent living to an enriched, assisted-living 

program. There are 137 suites, with studio, one and two 

bedroom options, complete with meals and housekeeping. The 

residence houses approximately 160 people. 

Thirty “Garden Homes” have been designed for more 

independent residents, who can eat one meal daily in the 

dining room, while cooking the other meals themselves 

in their full kitchen. Washers and dryers are available in 

these suites. 

Residents need not move should their needs change. 

Twenty-eight suites on the third floor offer enriched care for 

those who require assistance with bathing, dressing and 

medication administration. 

With 24 hour on-site nursing and an emergency response 

system, families can be assured that their loved ones are 

receiving good care. 

Adult Education 

The Possibilities learning series is available on-site to residents 

and non-residents. General interest courses are given 

throughout the year in music history, art and art history, digital 

photography, memoir writing and more. 

Locally owned and operated, Canterbury Gardens offers trial 

and short-term stays. For more information, please call 

1-877-742-9779, 742-9779 or visit www.gardensofpeterborough.ca 

Next Generation 


Canterbury Gardens 

Sunlight fills Canterbury Gardens’ three-story atrium, 

which is adorned with live trees, plants, comfortable 

seating and a bistro café. Like the heart of a village, it’s a 

place where residents and their friends and family gather, and 

where many activities are held - fitness classes, cards and 

shuffleboard. 

Hailed as the “Next Generation of Retirement Living”, 

Canterbury Gardens embodies the best that retirement has to offer. 

Active Living 

Canterbury Gardens promotes healthy and active living for 

both the body and mind. 

Residents can swim or participate in aqua-fit classes in the 

indoor therapeutic salt water pool. Those needing assistance 

getting in and out of the pool can use a special lift. Massages 

and therapeutic whirlpool baths are available in the spa facility. 

“The hot wrap treatment is popular with those suffering 

from arthritis,” says Sarah Beaudoin, Manager of Resident Services. 

The fitness centre boasts exercise machines, weights, and 

regular low-impact classes delivered by the Gardens of Peterborough 

wellness coordinator who is a kinesiologist. She can 

design individualized fitness programs for residents. There is 

also a “Super Senior” fitness class to help seniors retain their 

balance. 

Nutrition education encourages residents to understand the 

benefits of making healthy choices to ensure they get the vitamins 

and minerals they need. 

An on-site physiotherapist provides treatments and exercises 

for residents recovering from an injury or those who want to 

maintain their mobility. 



Worry-Free Living 

At Ferghana 

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With routine 

maintenance taken 

care of, people 

often get creative 

with their yards, 

designing elaborate 

gardens front 

and back. 

They’re coming up to the busy time of year at Triple 

T Holdings. “We see a real surge in activity during 

April when the snow birds have returned from the 

south and they’re fed up with the hassles of getting someone 

to look after their home while they’re away,” says Bill 

Turner Jr., of Triple T Holdings Ltd. “They want the ease 

of living in a condo, with someone else looking after the 

maintenance.” 

Located on Carnegie Avenue in the north end of 

Peterborough, “Ferghana’s” town house, condo-style, bungalows 

are meant for those wishing a worry-free lifestyle. 

The property is taken care of throughout the seasons, with 

snow being shoveled in the winter, grass cut in the summer 

and leaves raked in the fall. Window washing and all external 

maintenance is dealt with, as well as the future 

needs of the building, including window and shingle replacement. 

With routine maintenance taken care of, people 

often get creative with their yards, designing elaborate 

gardens front and back. 


“There’s a lot more flexibility for the owner with free 

time to do their own thing,” continues Turner. “It’s a 

secure arrangement - people are not tied to their houses.” 

Turner has seen a real shift in the demographic for those 

considering condoliving. 

“Whereas before people moved into a condo because 

they couldn’t manage the maintenance, now we’re seeing 

people in the 55plus category who could do it, but prefer 

to spend their time doing more enjoyable activities, like 

going to the cottage or traveling. One couple dropped 

their son off at university residence, and came to view a 

new condo in here on the very same day!” 

Each unit in the adult-lifestyle community is customdesigned 

by the owner, usually with a master bedroom on 

the main floor, and one or two guest bedrooms on the 

lower level. All suites have walk-ins on the main level, 

some have basements with walkouts into the back yard, 

others are a raised bungalow style. Turner says owners design 

their space for current and future needs, so they are 


Whether you Cottage in the summer or travel South for the winter, 

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not compromising their way of life, but 

are also planning for the long term. 

Custom design is also featured in patios, 

porches, gardens and landscaping. 

The town homes are built in groups of 

two, three, or four, depending on the 

lot chosen. 

“There are efficiencies to this 

style of building,” continues Turner. 

“Efficiencies in construction and 

maintenance, but also efficiencies for 

the homeowner in terms of lower 

heating bills, because of fewer outside 

walls.” 

The rooms are laid out to maximize 

the space, with functionality and 

styling having priority. They work 

with people to create a design that 

accommodates their needs and their 

furniture - right down to a piece of art 

that may need to hang on a certain 

wall. 

For those currently in older homes 

pondering a kitchen renovation, Turner 

recommends considering moving 

into a condo that already has a new 

kitchen AND handles other future 

needs and wants. 

“You don’t have to live through a 

kitchen reno, with walls being ripped 

out. Here everything is brand new,” 

he says. 

The property retains some of its 

country feel, Turner says, and deer have 

been spotted nearby. It’s also close to 

the Riverview Park and Zoo and the 

Otonabee River. 

Over the past 27 years, Triple T 

Holdings has built more than 450 

suites, east of the river along Armour 

Road, at Whitaker Mills, Paddock 

Wood and Erlesgate and on Parkhill 

Road West, at The Cedars Edge and 

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The second phase of construction is 

now nearing completion, with the third 

phase scheduled to begin this May. 

For more information, please call 

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their office and model condo at 227 

Carnegie Ave., Ste. 19, which is open 

seven days a week. 

Barbeque 

Recipes 

Barbeque 

Short Ribs 


3 to 4 pounds beef short ribs 

1/4 cup dark brown sugar 

1/2 cup cider vinegar 

2 cups chicken stock 

2 cups water 

1/2 cup ketchup 

3 tablespoons tomato paste 

1 teaspoon garlic powder 

1 teaspoon onion powder 

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 

1 tablespoon dry English mustard 

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 

1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 

1 teaspoon chili powder 

1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne 

1. Combine vinegar and sugar in a large 

saucepan and simmer until mixture 

thickens to a syrupy consistency, about 

10 to 15 minutes. Add water, stock and 

seasonings. Bring to a boil and add 

ribs, simmering for 20 minutes. 

2. Allow ribs to cool on a dish lined with 

aluminum foil. After 15 minutes, wrap 

ribs in foil and refrigerate overnight. 

3. Simmer the remaining liquid in the 

saucepan, reducing until it becomes 

thick enough to coat the back of a 

spoon. Cool and refrigerate. Reserve this 

sauce to baste the ribs while grilling. 

4. The following day, grill ribs 30 to 40 

minutes turning once or twice, and 

basting every 10 to 15 minutes with the 

reserved sauce. 


Spring/Summer 2010 :: Kawartha Cottage Magazine :: 73


MYSTIC WINGS 

These wings are very, very HOT. 

Wear gloves to chop the peppers. Serve 

with ice cold beer and antacid! 

Original recipe yield: 6 servings 

Ready In: 8 Hr 30 Min 

1 bottle honey teriyaki barbeque sauce 

1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce 

1/4 cup honey 

3 dashes liquid smoke flavoring 

1 1/2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger 

6 cloves crushed garlic 

8 habanero peppers, seeded and minced 

4 green chile peppers, chopped 

3 tablespoons grated raw horseradish 

18 chicken wings, separated at joints 

1. In a medium saucepan mix together 

barbeque sauce, Worcestershire 

sauce, honey, liquid smoke, ginger, 

garlic, habanero peppers, green chile 

peppers, and horseradish. Simmer 1 

hour over low heat, stirring occasionally. 

2. Place chicken wings in a large bowl, 

and coat with 3/4 of the sauce. Cover, 

and refrigerate for at least 6 

hours. 

3. Preheat grill for low heat. 

4. Lightly oil grate. Discard marinade, 

and place chicken on the grill. Cook 

over low heat for 45 minutes to 1 

hour, turning occasionally, until 

juices run clear. Transfer chicken to 

a slow cooker for serving, and stir in 

the remaining sauce. Set to the Low 

setting to keep chicken warm while 

serving. 

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GRILLED SALMON 

WITH GARLIC, 

LEMON AND DILL 

1 (3 pound) whole filet of salmon, skin 

on, scored (up to but not through the 

skin) into serving pieces 

6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 

4 large garlic cloves, minced 

1/4 cup minced fresh dill 

2 teaspoons salt 

1 teaspoon ground black pepper 

1 teaspoon lemon zest, plus lemon 

wedges for serving 

1. Soak an untreated cedar plank (or 

planks) large enough to hold a side 

of salmon (5 to 7 inches wide and 16 

to 20 inches long) in water, weighting 

it with something heavy, like a 

brick, so it stays submerged 30 minutes 

to 24 hours. 

2. When ready to grill, either build a 

charcoal fire in half the grill or turn 

grill burners on high for 10 minutes. 

Meanwhile, mix oil, garlic, dill, salt, 

pepper and lemon zest; rub over 

salmon and into scored areas to 

coat. 

3. Place soaked cedar on hot grill 

grate, close lid, and watch until wood 

starts to smoke, about 5 minutes. 

Transfer salmon to hot plank, move 

salmon off direct charcoal heat or turn 

burners to low, and cook covered 

until salmon is just opaque throughout 

(130 on a meat thermometer 

inserted in the thickest section) 20 to 

25 minutes or longer, depending on 

thickness and grill temperature. 

Let sit 5 minutes; serve with lemon 

wedges. 

HAM & PINEAPPLE 

KABOBS 

Cooked ham and pineapple chunks 

threaded onto skewers and coated with 

a zesty, sweet glaze. 


Prep Time: 15 Min 

Cook Time: 8 Min 

Ready In: 23 Min 

3 tablespoons brown sugar 

2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar 

1 tablespoon vegetable oil 

1 teaspoon prepared mustard 

3/4 pound cooked ham, cut into 1 inch cubes 

1 (15 ounce) can pineapple chunks, drained 

skewers 

1. Preheat grill for high heat. In a medium 

bowl, mix together brown sugar, 

vinegar, vegetable oil, and mustard. 

Thread ham and pineapple chunks 

alternately onto skewers. Lightly oil 

grill grate. 

2. Place skewers on the prepared grill, 

and brush liberally with the brown 

sugar mixture. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, 

turning frequently and basting 

often. Serve when heated through 

and richly glazed. 

Barbequing Tip # 1 

The temperature of your barbecue 

changes each time you open the 

lid and even the best temperature 

gauge will not react instantly. 

For best cooking results, try to 

cook with the lid down as 

much as possible. 

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JALAPENO 

BLUE CHEESE 

BURGERS 

These delicious burgers will make you 

think twice about eating chicken! 

Original recipe yield: 4 large burgers, 

or 8 small 



Ready In: 30 Min 

2 pounds ground beef 

6 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped 

8 ounces crumbled blue cheese 

2 tablespoons onion powder 

2 tablespoons garlic powder 

2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce 

2 teaspoons salt, or to taste 

4 slices Swiss cheese 

4 hamburger buns, split 

1. Preheat a grill for high heat. 

2. In a large bowl, combine the ground 

beef, jalapeno peppers, blue cheese, 

onion powder, garlic powder, tamari 

and salt. Mix well using your hands. 

Pat lightly into 4 large fat patties. 

3. Place patties on the grill, and cook 

for about 8 minutes per side, or until 

well done. Place a slice of cheese on 

top of each patty, and cover the grill 

until the cheese melts. Serve on buns 

with your favorite toppings. 

Barbeque 

Salmon 

Salmon steaks or fillets, as needed 

1 cup mayonnaise 

Seasoning Salt 

Salt and pepper 

Dried dill weed 

1⁄4 cup fresh lemon juice 

1⁄4 to 1⁄2 cup milk 

1 sm onion, minced 

1. Choose a shallow pan that is okay 

to sit on grill. Make a “boat” of 

aluminum foil and line a shallow pan. 

2. Place salmon on foil. 

3. Spread each piece with mayonnaise. 

Drizzle lemon juice on each piece. 

4. Sprinkle with seasoned salt, salt and 

pepper, dill weed and onion. Pour 

milk to 1/4-inch into aluminum 

boat. 

5. Place pan on grill and cook about 

1⁄2 hour or until fish flakes easily 

with a fork 

Barbequing Tip # 2 

Cook more than you can eat! 

Barbecue freezes very well and quite 

often becomes more flavorful as the 

seasonings and blends are reheated 

at a later date. 

Cook, eat and be happy knowing 

that you will have enough barbecue 

in the freezer for those cold, 

wet and rainy days! 




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(Full Menu Also Available) 

MONDAY & TUESDAY 

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WEDNESDAY 

Stuffed Chicken Supreme 

$11.99 

THURSDAY 

Pasta Bar Marche 

$10.99 

FRIDAY 

All You Can Eat Fish & Chips 

$10.99 

SATURDAY 

BBQ Chicken & Ribs 

Slowly smoked on real charcoal! 

$13.99 

SUNDAY 

Homemade Roast Beef Dinner 

$11.99 

Our Famous 

BREAKFAST 

BAR MARCHE 

Saturday, Sunday & Holiday Mondays 

9 am to 2 pm 

Open Wednesday to Sunday 7 am - 9 pm 

Starting May 24 to Labour Day 

Open 7 Days from 7 am - 9 pm 

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Beer Can Chicken 

1 teaspoon dry mustard 

1 teaspoon granulated onion 

1 teaspoon paprika 

1 teaspoon kosher salt 

1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic 

1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 

1 whole chicken, 4-5 pounds 

2 teaspoons vegetable oil 

1 can (16 ounces) beer (tall boy) 

1. In a small bowl combine the rub ingredients.Remove 

and discard the 

neck, giblets and any excess fat from 

the chicken. Rinse the chicken, inside 

and out, under cold water and 

pay dry with paper towels. 

2. Lightly spray or brush all over with 

the vegetable oil aånd season, inside 

and out, with the rub. 

3. Open the beer can and pour off half 

of the beer. Set the half-full can on a 

flat surface and slide the chicken 

over the top so the can fits inside the 

cavity. Transfer the bird to the grill, 

keeping it upright. 

4. Carefully balance the bird on its two 

legs and the can. Grill over indirect 

Medium heat until the juices run 

clear and the internal temperature 

reaches 170o F in the breast and 

180oF in the thickest part of the 

thigh, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours. Wearing 

barbeque mitts, carefully remove the 

chicken and the car from the grill, 

being careful not to spill the beer - it 

will be hot. Let the chicken rest for 

about 10 minutes before lifting it 

from the can. Discard the beer. 

5. Cut the chicken into serving pieces. 

Serve warm. Makes 4 to 6 servings. 




Barbeque 

Ribeye Steak 

“You won’t believe it, but a well done 

steak with the moist, melt-in-yourmouth 

flavor of a medium rare. All you 

need is cola, garlic powder, salt, pepper, 

bbq sauce and bacon.” 

2 (10 ounce) marbled beef rib-eye steaks 

2 teaspoons garlic powder, or to taste 

1 teaspoon salt 

1 teaspoon ground black pepper 

2 (12 ounce) cans cola-flavored soda 

2 cups barbeque sauce 

8 slices bacon 

1. Score steaks on both sides in a diamond 

pattern using a sharp knife. 

Punch the fatty areas with the tip of 

the knife. Sprinkle a thin coating of 

garlic powder over both sides of the 

steaks, then sprinkle with salt and 

pepper. Rub to get the seasoning 

into all of the scores. 

2. Place steaks in a shallow dish, and 

pour the cola over them. Cover, and 

marinate in the refrigerator for 4 

hours, turning steaks over every 

hour or so. During the last hour, 

coat the steaks with a thin layer of 

barbeque sauce. 

3. Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat. 

4. Lightly oil the grilling surface. Place 

steaks on the grill over high heat, 

and cook until almost burnt on each 

side, about 4 minutes per side. Reduce 

the grill’s heat to medium-low, 

or move steaks to a cooler part, and 

place the bacon strips on top of 

them. Cover, and slow cook for 10 

minutes per side. 

5. Spread a thin layer of barbeque sauce 

over the steaks during the last few 

minutes of cooking, and allow it to 

cook until dry for a glazed effect. 

BARBEQUE 

CHICKEN 

A cottage favourite! 




Ready In: 1 Hr 40 Min 

1 cup lemon juice 

1/4 cup vegetable oil 

1/4 cup vinegar 

1 tablespoon dried oregano 

2 teaspoons garlic powder 

1 whole chicken, cut into pieces 

salt and pepper to taste 

1. In a large glass bowl mix lemon juice, 

vegetable oil, vinegar, oregano, and 

garlic powder. Place chicken pieces 

in the bowl, and season with salt and 

pepper. Cover, and marinate in the 

refrigerator at least 1 hour. 

2. Preheat an outdoor grill for high 

heat, and lightly oil grate. 

3. On the prepared grill, cook chicken 

until no longer pink and juices 

run clear. 

4. Periodically brush chicken with 

the remaining marinade mixture 

while cooking. Discard any leftover 

marinade. 



CAROLINA 

VINEGAR 

BBQ SAUCE 

1 1/2 cups cider vinegar 

1 tbs. brown sugar 

1/2 cup ketchup 

1/2 tsp. dried crushed red pepper 

1/2 tsp. prepared mustard (optional) 

1 tsp. salt 

Combine all ingredients. 

Let stand 1 hour before using. 

2 teaspoon salt 

Peterborrough Self Storage 

Combine molasses, grnd pepper, garlic 

and salt. Rub mix proportionately on 

each side of the pork chops. Allow to 

marinate for at least 1 hour. 

Grill on a warm grill about 5 min per 

side or possibly till done. 

BARBEQUE RUB 

1/2 Cup Light brown sugar, packed 

1/2 Cup White vinegar 

1/4 Cup Seasoned salt 

1/4 Cup Onion powder 

1/4 Cup Paprika 

2 Tablespoons Pepper 

2 Tablespoons Chile powder 

2 Tablespoons Dry mustard 

1 Teaspoon Poultry seasoning 

1 Teaspoon Thyme 

1 Teaspoon Tarragon 

1 Teaspoon Ginger 

1/2 Teaspoon Allspice 

Place all ingredients in a resealable 

gallon-size freezer bag. Make sure 

bag is sealed. Shake and tumble the 

mixture until all ingredients are 

thoroughly mixed. 

Yield: 2 cups 



Golfing In the Kawarthas 

Golfing In The Kawarthas 

Founded in 1899 

Sturgeon Point is a semi-private 

9-hole golf course situated on the 

SCENIC SHORES OF 

STURGEON LAKE 

Located just 9 km South of Fenelon 

Falls off Sturgeon Point Road 

NO TEE TIMES 

Driving Range Open Daily 

705-887-3144 

www.sturgeonpointgolf.com 

Selected Top 5 Golf Courses in Canada 

by Golf in Canada 

Championship Course, Par 72 

Practice Facilities 

Golf Pro C.P.G.A. Professional 

Tournament Packages 

Nominated For ‘Best New’ 

Golf Course - Golf Digest 

Business Meetings 

Weddings 

Clubhouse - Restaurant 

Banquet Facility 

Now Accepting Bookings 

For Your Special Occasion 

Carved out of the deep woods 

and foothills of the Kawartha Oakridge Moraine 

Black Diamond Club House, modeled after a 19th century stone country manor, 

provides spectacular vistas that welcome you and your guests. A superb setting for 

your business meetings, intimate gatherings, weddings and tournaments. 

705•932•GOLF (4653) 

1•888•932•2005 www.blackdiamondgolfclub.ca 

15 minutes north on hwy115 from hwy401 | 705 pontypool rd., pontypool 

Monthly Specials 

April: 18 holes of Golf and Cart 

Monday to Friday (Anytime) $45.00 

Saturday, Sunday & Holidays (Anytime) $50.00 

May: 18 holes of Golf, Cart, 

Sleeve of balls, 2 BBQ Meals 


Saturday (1 bbq meal), Sunday & Holidays 

(Anytime) $58.00 

June: 18 holes of Golf, Cart, 1 BBQ Meal 


Saturday, Sunday & Holidays (Anytime) $65.00 

July - September: 

18 holes of Golf, Cart, 

2 BBQ Meals 




October to end of season: 

18 holes of Golf, Cart, Sleeve of balls, 

2 BBQ Meals 




Early Bird Special - Save $20.00 

$53.00/person - Weekday (7:00am - 8:00am) 

$63.00/person - Weekend (6:30am - 7:30am) 

Golf & breakfast 

(2 eggs, bacon or sausage and toast) 

2010 Long Weekend Specials 

For Every Long Weekend this season we 

are offering 18 holes golf, shared cart 

and dinner for $75.00. Savings of $25.00!! 

Available Saturday, Sunday and Holiday Only. 


Home & Cottage Directory 

Grant Drew Designer Stone 


2078 Davis Rd. 

(down the road from Monaghan Lumber) 

(705) 742-2636 

1-866-939-2636 

Custom Scissoring Flea & Medicated Bathing & Nail Clipping 

Professional Groomer: 

Shirley Manning 

Give Your Pet 

the Spa Treatment 

1900 6th Line Smith 

R.R. 4 Peterbourgh, ON K9J 6X5 

705-652-0690 

Oct. 9 th , 10 th & 11 th , 2010 

Norwood Agricultural Society 

(705) 639-5283 • www.norwoodfair.com 



Experience Hobart’s 


Enjoy a night out while at the cottage. 

Come to Hobart’s and try our great tasting 

seafood, steak, or prime rib entrees. 

Downtown Lindsay 

705.328.1219 www.hobarts.ca 



www.EnjoyTheKawarthas.ca 

Broker of Record 

Call me for help finding 

cottage, recreation or 

waterfront property that 

suits your style and 

your budget. 

328-3800 

1-888-797-0114 • 92 Lindsay St. S., Lindsay 

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Not intended to solicit Sellers or Buyers currently under contract. 

1-800-281-1054

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