The Toronto Islands on Lake Ontario - 1.22.12

Just a quick post to share with you some great snaps of south-central Ontario, Canada and to update you on Haliburton Highlands Weather for the week of January 23 through January 28, 2012. Look for way above seasonal temperatures on some days with below-freezing temps. coming after. It might get dicey, so stay safe!

Haliburton Highlands Long Term forecast 1.23.12 - 1.28.12

Gowganda Lake Lodge ONT, CA - January 13, 2012

Despite some gnarly weather, south central Ontario is looking as gorgeous as ever. Enjoy these awesome webcam shots as well as having a look at what to expect from Mother Nature this week in the long-term weather forecast for the Haliburton Highlands for Saturday, January 14 through Friday, January 20, 2012. Be sure to click the photos to enjoy their full size!

Haliburton Highlands long range Weather Forecast 1.14.12 - 1.20.12

Highlands Nordic, ONT, CA (Jan 13, 2012)

Chapleau River, ONT, CA

Blue Mountain Ski Resort, ONT, CA

Chicopee Ski Resort, ONT, CA

Kingsville, Ontario seacliff (1.8.11)

It looks to have been a perfectly lovely weekend in south-central Ontario Canada, especially for the snow-loving types. The temperatures coming up this week should please just about everyone as they are mild for January but still winter-like enough to keep the outdoor enthusiasts happy. Enjoy!

Haliburton Highlands Long range forecast Jan 9 - 14, 2012

Toronto Islands, Lake Ontario, Canada

Lagoon City ONT, CA

Magnetawan River, Ontario

Steenburg Lake - Gilmour ONT, CA

Gilmour Ontario Sunset (late November 2010)

What’s Happening in the Haliburton Highlands NOW! November 23-30, 2011:

Festival of Trees:

November 25-27 2011

The Minden Hills Festival of Trees is a magical event for the entire family, filled with wonderful things to see, interesting shops to visit, and fun activities for children–all with a Christmas theme. Enjoy the lights and outdoor arrangements as you stroll throughout the grounds. Be sure to check out the children’s art & craft workshop in the Schoolhouse and don’t forget a visit to the Sugar Plum Candy Shop!

Minden Hills Cultural Centre

176 Bobcaygeon Rd. Minden

Contact: Sian Cox

Tel: (705) 286-2808

Email: culturalcentreinfo@mindenhills.ca

www.mindenculturalcentre.com

Community Care Haliburton County Christmas Bowling Party
November 26 2011:

Annual Community Care Haliburton County Christmas Bowl-a-thon.

All proceeds to benefit local residents accessing services provided by Community Care. Enabling seniors and adults with disabilities to remain at their place of residence and live independently. Two flight times, 1:30pm or 3:45 pm teams or individual registration welcome (Minimum $20.00 pledge to bowl for free) Great time, all ages welcome….see you there. To register call Hilary at 705-457-2941 or Val 705-286-3900

The Fast Lane Hwy 35 Minden

Contact: Val Lennox

Tel: 705-286-3900

Email: thefastlane@hotmail.ca

(Hope you made it to this! I really would have went!)

Haliburton Village Santa Claus Parade

November 25 2011

Theme: “A Pioneer Christmas” Spectacular Night Parade starts at 6:30pm Bands, Floats, Marchers, Horses. Join in the fun – to enter call Jim at 705-457-4031.

Haliburton Village Highland Street

Contact: Jim Frost

Tel: 705-457-4031

Email: frostdownhome@bellnet.ca

http://haliburtonbia.ca/haliburtonbia

Township of Minden Hills Santa Claus Parade:

November 26 2011

Parade start time 11:30 a.m. Sponsored by the Township of Minden Hills in partnership with its volunteers, local businesses and organizations. We will be commencing from the public parking lot across from the Fire Hall, please bring your float between 10-10:30 so we may organize all floats. Come and meet Santa after the parade, hot chocolate, free photographs with Santa, treats…lots of fun for the kids and kids at heart! Hope to see you there! Parade route from the public parking lot, Newcastle Street to Bobcaygeon Road, north on Bobcaygeon to Parkside and right to the Minden Arena.

Minden Village

Tel: 705-286-1936

Email: rcox@mindenhills.ca

Santa Day at Rails End SATURDAY!:

November 26 2011

Enjoy a visit with Santa from 1 – 3 pm at Rails End Gallery!

Volunteers will present a FREE seasonal craft activity and everyone is welcome. Bring a contribution for our non perishable FOOD SCULPTURE – and join in its creation.

The Photo Shop will be there taking Santa pics too! ($5). This event is presented by Rails End in partnership with the Haliburton Village BIA.

Rails Gallery and Arts Centre

23 York St. Haliburton

Contact: Laurie Jones

Tel: 705-457-2330

Email: info@railsendgallery.com

www.railsendgalley.com

Community Christmas Tree Lighting & Carol Sing!!!

November 27 2011 – Dorset

Community Christmas Tree Lighting, hot chocolate, hot dogs and carol singing at 4:30 p.m.

Dorset Recreation Centre

1051 Main Street Dorset

Contact: Melissa Alfano

Tel: 705-766-9968

Email: drc@algonquinhighlands.ca

www.ahrecreation.com

More after the jump!

Image Transfer Holiday Decorations

November 29 2011

Image Transfer Holiday Decorations Instructor: Erin Lynch Adult/Youth Thursday November 29th 7-9:30pm $30 includes all materials. Accent your home or tree with festive decorations you have created using an image transfer technique.

The Art Hive

10239 Hwy 118, between West Guilford & Carnarvon

Contact: Wendy Wood

Tel: 705-754-0021

Email: thearthive@live.ca

www.thearthive.com

Cool Things that have been going on so far this week:

Book Launch: “A Raccoon in Sheep’s Clothing”

November 23 2011

Donna Bisschop is better known in Haliburton County as a fine artist then as a writer but to her, weaving tales with a pen comes as naturally as it does with a brush. Her new adult novel, ‘A Raccoon In Sheep’s Clothing,’ will be launched at R.D. Lawrence Place on Wednesday, November 23 at 7pm. A Raccoon In Sheep’s Clothing’ features the type of symbolism and metaphors that Bisschop is known for in her paintings.

The story is about Mack, a raccoon running for ruler of the world, an insurance agent named Harrison and a shaman plus various underworld beings, including the Red Fire Dragon. Things ‘heat up’ when Harrison is reduced to a mere eighteen inches in height and asked to become the raccoon’s campaign manager. The focus is on Hermes Seven Laws of Relativity, how what we are doing on Earth is unsustainable, that timing is everything and magic most definitely exists. It is a love story about how one small and insignificant being in the guise of Agent Harrison leads life from a place of integrity because sometimes that’s all there is left to work with.

This sounds like such an awesome book. I think it’s really important that we visit and revisit the realities of living on Mother Earth as well as recognizing the responsibilities that are inherent in being a resident. I also totally dig knowing that ‘magic most definitely exists’!

R.D. Lawrence Place

176 Bobcaygeon Rd. Minden

Contact: Donna Bisschop, Author

Tel: 705-457-9509

Email: earthart@interhop.net

http://www.facebook.com/pages/A-Raccoon-in-Sheep#!/pages/A-Raccoon-in-Sheeps-Clothing/268583206518889

Gooderham, ONTARIO, CA - WeatherNetwork.com - Credit: Lance Coulthard // November 15, 2011

The weather in the Haliburton Highlands is mild and wet. It’s barely hitting freezing during the overnights, with the days quite moist. Next Friday looks to be a bright and sunny day though, with seasonable temperatures.

Some Fun Things To Do in the Haliburton Highlands:

Check out the name of this store, The Maple Moon. I love it! My boys brought me (I stayed home with the pooches for the season inaugural trip) a really cool pressie this summer past here. I'm making a point to visit The Maple Moon next summer when we should be there upwards of 2-3 weeks straight.

Festival of Trees November 25, 26 & 27, 2011

Make sure to click each announcement to be able to view it  full-size.  The Christmas sale begins this weekend, the Festival of Trees, next weekend as the Christmas sale at the Maple Moon continues.

Check out these –as well as some new 2011 shots of the family.

Goebbert’s Farms

Photos – Family – Animals – Exotic & Farm / Haunted House / Corn Maze / Seasonal Food

Hey everyone!

It’s been awhile since I’ve posted. I would so love to be able to visit right now. The colours must be spectacular. One day…

Anyway, Roger took these shots.* He is so much more talented than I with the scenic ones.

*Except the ones of Obi on our raft.

If you’d like a full size copy or copies email me–I’ll zip them up and send them to you.

Cheers!

Cyn

 Autumn is the perfect time of year to enjoy the plentiful, beautiful trails of the Haliburton Highlands:

SOURCE: Haliburton Holidays

August 27 2011 Maple Lake Ontario Canada Sunset

Obi - swam out and jumped on the raft and then... what?

The clouds are part of my favourite thing about Maple Lake...I'm aware that I'm supposed to worship sunny days but some clouds make for a prettier picture!

'Giant Water Bowl'

More to come!

Full Moon Rail Line Ramble - August 13 - Haliburton Highlands

GET FULL MOON FEVER ON AUGUST 13!:

I always try to plan my time at Maple Lake, Ontario, Canada to coincide with the full moon. This year however, is a little different in that I’m heading up at a completely different time than I usually would. While this is exciting for me as weather conditions and such could be quite different–late summer in the Haliburton Highlands is something to behold–I’m going to miss the full moon.

BUT if you are in the Haliburton Highlands area now–or plan to be on Saturday August 13–you can enjoy this little adventure with Earth’s ethereal satellite. Read on for all the details! (CLICK to enlarge for better viewing.)

Haliburton Highlands - Full Moon Rail Line Ramble

Thanks to the Haliburton Highlands Visitors Center for  the great info!