2010
Happy Halloween Pumpkin Heads
Pumpkin head on top of a rock outside Port Carling
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2010
Muskoka Emporium
The bursts of Muskoka color now lie on the ground, crumpled in scattered heaps. Seen near Bala in Muskoka
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2010
Autumns Final Surge
To experience vivid foliage extraordinaire you need to time it just right. Unfortunately the Muskoka fall colors do not last very long. Part of the fun of fall is stretching it out as long as we can, repudiating the inevitable approaching winter. The cold temperatures, heavy rain and northern gales have hammered home a new reality. Time to recalibrate.
2010
The Rugged Wilson’s Falls
Located near Bracebridge on the north branch of the Muskoka River is Wilson’s Falls. There is a fairly rugged trail that leads you through some hilly terrain in the bush and out to the falls area. There is a very small hydro damn at the top that is visible in the photo. You can also drive right up to the falls if you follow Wilson’s Falls Road not far from downtown Bracebridge. Here is a Map
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2010
Happy Trails
Muskoka has great trails available to everyone and for free. I have taken a number of people out on the various trails around the area and they are always blown away. The Muskoka Trails Council has a good website that features maps, distances, photos and degrees of difficulty. I found even the ones marked difficult were pretty easy so don’t be intimidated or think you need any special gear. Just get out and give them a shot and I promise that you won’t regret it.
For more information please visit
http://www.muskokatrailscouncil.com
2010
Bohemia Island, Lake Rosseau
The weather was cool but still warm enough to enjoy a seasonal boat ride without layering up too much. This is Bohemia Island on Lake Rosseau near Tobin Island not to be mistaken for North Bohemia which lies on the opposite side of Tobin Island closer to Juddhaven. I am not certain of its history however if its consistent with other Muskoka Islands I am sure it has a storied past.
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In: historic muskoka, in and around muskoka ontario, on the water
2010
Cranberry Festival Time
Just a reminder this weekend, Friday to Sunday Oct 15-17, 2010 is the Cranberry Festival in Bala. If its anything like last year it will be very busy.
Click HERE for directions to Bala, Ontario
Last years crowd at the Cranberry Fest in Bala. Click for a biggie size.
2010
Lookout Island
I went out for a little field trip as the sun began to rise and noticed the fog had not yet burned off the lake. This time of year there really is some spectacular scenery around Muskoka.
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In: boathouses of muskoka, in and around muskoka ontario, on the water
2010
Da Plane, Boss, Da Plane!
I snapped this shot as I was traveling up near Rosseau, Ontario and towards Parry Sound, just off old Hwy #69. For us Canadians it is our Thanksgiving weekend and Columbus Day for our American friends. Safe travels to all.
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2010
Connected at the Cottage
This months Muskoka Magazine features an article by Norah Fountain on staying connected while at the cottage. The article discusses how many of us connect through social networks like Facebook, Twitter and personal Blogs while we enjoy our time in Muskoka. Thanks Norah for including some background on this blog.
2010
Leonard Lake
Contrary to what the media reports, the fall colours have not peaked in Muskoka so you still have time to take in one of the most spectacular times of year. Driving across highway #118 towards Bracebridge I found a road to Leonard Lake. At the end of the road is a public boat launch where I discovered this scene.
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In: in and around muskoka ontario, on the water, tripin around towns
2010
The Lone Cruiser
Its getting a little chilly out on the Muskoka lakes but there are a few of us die-hard’s still cruising around. Captured off the Port Sandfield swing bridge heading up Lake Joe.
