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Thursday, March 6, 2014
Omemee :Horticultural Society Welcomes #Naturalist Drew Monkman Mar 17, 2014!
Omemee- Horticultural Society Welcomes Naturalist Drew Monkman!
March 17, 2014., Omemee and District Horticultural Society will meet at Trinity United Church, Omemee with social at 7:00 p.m., and a special speaker at 7:30 pm.Also on Omemee Pigeon eFlyer
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Green Side Up Helping Locals Secure Water Shed Project Grants!
Green Side Up Environmental Services Offers Watershed Funding Application Assistance !
Omemee area groups may qualify for up to $25,000 in funding for watershed projects, and Doug Kennedy of Green Side Farm, and Green Side Up Environmental Services and Landscaping is offering to help guide local groups through the process.Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Ennismore Mum Futilely Seeks Help While Babies Perish!
' The poor mother was frantic, her babies were screaming in the nest,' shared Laurie Wookey,adding' We watched the firefighters arrive,but all they did was stand around.'
'Eventually the nest disintegrated,and the babies fell out,trying to fly,but I guess they were too young,' added Pat.
Stranded baby Osprey burns all rights reserved Laurie Wookey
The question in people's minds is -Why? Why didn't the firefighters do something to help?
Watch this space for updates as we try to get an answer to this question.
Photos courtesy : Laurie Wookey
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
OFAH Heads National Wildlife Congress!
National Fish and Wildlife Conservation Congress
Experts from across North America will discuss conservation of fish and wildlife in a changing world this weekend.
Ottawa - For the first time ever, experts from Canada and the US will gather in our nation's capital to discuss how best to manage fish and wildlife resources into the future. Speakers will include scientists, biologists, conservation organizations, academics and key policy makers from both sides of the border, and will engage delegates in discussions around the future of vital fish and wildlife populations with the goal of establishing recommendations for the future protection of these valuable natural resources.
Topics will include invasive species; fish and wildlife diseases; the socio-economic impact of fishing and hunting; the role of science versus public opinion in policy decisions; species restoration and protection; monitoring, assessment and management of natural resources and related topics. More than 100 presenters will deliver papers on subjects as diverse as Why the Conservation of Fish and Wildlife should be a national priority; Managing in the Face of Uncertainty; An International Perspective on Sustainable Use; Building Public Acceptance for Sustainable Use of Wildlife; Energy Development and Impacts on Fish and Wildlife Populations; the Impact of Climate Change on Polar Bears; Invasive Species in the Great Lakes; Cross Border Partnerships for Landscape Conservation; and How Much Habitat is Enough? The full Congress program is available online at www.nfwcc.com.
The primary outcome of the four-day event will be the creation of twenty-five recommendations based on workshops looking at five key areas:
1) Strengthening and expanding support for fish and wildlife conservation,
2) Programs and institutions,
3) lLaws and policies,
4) Best science and planning and
5) Funding.
These recommendations will be presented during the Thursday morning plenary session when both the federal Environment Minister and Minister of Fisheries and Oceans will address the delegates.
Date: May 27-31, 2012
Place: The Westin Hotel Ottawa, Ottawa
The Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters (OFAH) is leading the Congress, in partnership with Shane Mahoney at Conservation Force and over twenty major partners from across North America, including Ducks Unlimited Canada, Boone and Crockett, Wildlife Habitat Canada and the Wild Sheep Foundation.
Sunday, April 22, 2012
Torn Sheets? Ripped Towels? Do NOT Recycle!
Omemee Women Helping Haiti Reuse Discarded Cloth!
Recycling old towels, sheets, or tablecloths? Omemee Women Helping Haiti put these items to good use. Next week Miller Waste recycling trucks across Kawartha Lakes will be picking up Fabric recycling. Surprisingly, those sheets that are worn through the middle, ragged towels, and even plastic tablecloths can find a new lease on life in the clever hands of Women Helping Haiti.
This video explains how women are repurposing discarded items to help women and orphans in Haiti.
Women Helping HaitiCan make great use of the following items:
• Flannelette Sheets
• Terry Towels
• Fabric
• Thread
• Plastic Flocked Tablecloths
• Safety Pins, Razor Blades
• Toys
• Plastic Bags
• Reusable Bags
• Sample Toiletries- Shampoo,Soap, etc.
Why Drop Boxes May Not Be Charitable
Earlier this year, a Toronto Star column highlighted how some 'charitable' clothing bins are big money makers for some companies who resell the items to people overseas. How can you be sure your clothing donation supports ad charity aligned with your values? Simple-donate locally.
Donating items locally to organizations in your community ensures you know where the items are sent.
Local rural charities accepting previously loved items include:
• Fresh Start King Street East Omemee.
• Rainbow Thrift Shop 712 Janetville Road, Janetville.
• Omemee Christian Outreach - children's shoes and clothes for Philippine dump harvesters
• Freedom Valley Horse Rescue Mt. Horeb Road - horse care items
Regifting is a great way to Reuse, and your gift can make a large difference!
Thursday, April 12, 2012
Gamiing Nature Centre Offers Students Eco Challenges!
Gamiing Nature Centre Welcomes Student Eco Presentations at Summer Lakeshore Festival!
Summer Lakeshore Festival offers students an opportunity to showcase the environmental achievements and eco-literacy of their students. This fun educational event has challenges for students of all ages! Teachers and home schoolers are encouraged to pick a challenge or two for their students to complete and share at the Summer Lakeshore Festival June 16 th 11am - 5pm
Gamiing Offers Great Earth Day Educational Resources
Gamiing Nature Centre compiled helpful cross-curricular planning resources to assist educators who would like their students to take part in the ecological challenges. The Ecological Challenges range in levels from Kindergarten to grade 8 and include many connections to First Nations studies as well. You will definitely want to check out the newly revamped Gamiing Nature Centre Website! Register online today!
Monday, January 16, 2012
Omemee Scouts Want Your Cans - Can You Help?
Omemee Scouts Recycling Fundraiser!
Omemee Scouts want to help you with your recycling.Is your recycling bin filled to overflowing with pop cans, beer cans,or liquor store bottles? Wouldn't it be great if you could have more room in your recycling bin? Omemee Scouts want to help! Omemee Scouts would be very happy to help you make more room in your recycling bin,and your donations of pop cans, liquor store bottles,and beer cans will go towards a great cause - helping create learning experiences for the youth of our village and rural area. 
Spread the Word!
Print out a copy of this article by clicking the 'Printfriendly' button below,and post it on your office bulletin board, local bulletin board,or pass it along to the neighbours. Let's all pitch in,to help Omemee Scouts and join in by saying 'YES! We Can!'
For more information about how you can donate your pop cans to 1st Omemee Scouts. Contact J.Pell jlynnpell AT gmail DOT com or call 705-760-5724.
Image from Open ClipArt-Recycling
Monday, December 5, 2011
Real Tree? Fake Tree? See What This Environmentalist Says:
Are You Making a Good Environmental Choice?
For several years the debate as been waging-which is better for the environment: a real tree or a fake tree? Finally the debate is settled in this video. Watch to see what The Nature Conservancy's Frank Lowenstein, director of climate adaptation,Saturday, October 22, 2011
OFAH Welcomes New Minister Returning Forestry to MNR ~
Thunder Bay-Superior North MPP takes on Ministry of Natural Resources ~
The Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters is pleased the new provincial cabinet will include a northern Ontario-based Minister of Natural Resources. Michael Gravelle, representing Thunder Bay-Superior North, will move over from Minister of Northern Development and Mines, and will bring with him Forestry. In 2009, Forestry was moved to the Ministry of Northern Development and Mines, a decision that received mixed reviews among the outdoors community.
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Win An Eco Adventure From TD Bank!
TD Friends of Environment Present Eco Adventures!
Sign up to receive Taking Root — TD Friends of the Environment's (TD FEF) bi-monthly e-newsletter — by October 17, 2011, and you'll be entered to win an environmental adventure vacation for two of your choice:
Saturday, September 24, 2011
Greening Garbage Saves Kawartha Lakes Millions!
New Miller Waste Systems Contract Brings Savings!
September 26th Miller Waste Management begins a new waste pick up program potentially saving citizens $9.1 million over its 7 year term.'The partnership with Miller Waste will position Kawartha Lakes as a municipal leader in waste management technology and innovation,'said Mayor Ric McGee. 'Transitioning to new ways of doing business and the elimination of land filling waste is the ultimate goal for Kawartha Lakes.'Other qualitative items such as research and development of green initiatives, fair
Thursday, September 22, 2011
New Farm Building Needed? No Money? Try Hay Solar!
Free Farm Buildings! Plus $100 per Year Rent!
Special From Len R. Sholer Spring Creek Farm
Read Your Farm Magazines! I’ve had quire a bit of time on my hands lately, recovering from a fall in hospital,but it's given me lots of time to get caught up on my rending. Just in case you haven’t had a chance to read the Better Farming magazine lately, I wanted to let people know a great new program for farmers in
Friday, July 15, 2011
Only Two Omemee Area Beaches Closed This Week- Do You Know Which?
July 11 Beach Results Issued Friday, July 15, 2011!
- Beach Testing Results For City of Kawartha Lakes -
(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES) – Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit reports the following beach testing results for the City of Kawartha Lakes. All beaches in City of Kawartha Lakes area were tested this week,and although fewer beaches are ‘posted’ this week, compared to previous weeks, for communities where beaches are posted, kids are anxiously waiting for the beaches to be safe once again. Unfortunately, since these tests were done four days ago, and the results just released, there may be a great many beach lovers falling ill. Beach Posted Closed-What Does It Mean?
For the first time this summer, Omemee Beach is posted off limits for swimming.So what exactly does this mean when a beach is posted unsafe for swimming?Public beaches are posted when the water contains high levels of E.coli or environmental contaminants that could affect the health and safety of bathers. Swimming in water that has been posted can cause health problems ranging from minor eye, skin, ear, nose and throat infections to more serious illnesses such as gastrointestinal sickness.
Beach Contamination-Causes
Beaches become contaminated in a number of ways: Storm water runoff, combined with sewer overflows, sewage treatment plant bypasses, agricultural runoff, faulty septic systems, and large populations of waterfowl all contribute to water pollution which can result in beach postings.Help Keep Our Beaches Open!
Everyone be part of the solution to this problem. Here are some suggestions for things we can all do to help reduce water contamination:- Pet owners ‘Stoop and scoop!’ Domestic pet waste is a major source of bacteria in storm water.
- Encourage Rain Water Dispersal Allow water from eaves troughs to discharge onto lawns.Help keep rainwater from going directly into the sewer system.
- Save Water. This avoids capacity problems at sewage treatment plants that could result in untreated sewage entering lakes and rivers.
- Fence livestock away from streams and provide them with an alternative source of water. Keep your herd and the environment healthy.
- Ensure feedlot runoff and manure piles are properly contained.
- Upgrade septic systems and keep them in good working order.
- Beaches marked as ‘OPEN’ are considered within acceptable levels as set out in the Ontario government’s Beach Management Protocol.
- Beaches marked ‘POSTED’ indicate bacterial levels in the water are higher than those considered acceptable as set out in the Ontario government’s Beach Management Protocol, making them unsafe for bathing.
Balsam Lake Road Beach OPEN
Coboconk Lions Park Beach OPEN
Bobcaygeon Area Beach Park OPEN
Riverview Beach Park OPEN
Carden Township Area
Carden Township Beach OPEN
Foxe’s Beach OPEN
Dalton Township Area
Dalton Township Beach OPENEldon Township Area
Centennial Park East POSTEDCentennial Park West OPEN
Emily/Omemee Area Omemee Beach POSTED
Fenelon Falls Area Birch Point OPEN
Bond Street OPEN
Ken Reid Conservation Area OPEN
Killarney Bay OPEN
Long Beach OPEN
Sturgeon Point Beach OPEN
Laxton Township Area
Elliott Falls Beach OPENHead Lake OPEN
Norland Bathing Area OPEN
Mariposa Township Area Sandbar Beach OPEN
Somerville Township Area
Burnt River Beach – Somerville OPEN
Burnt River Four Mile Lake OPEN
Verulam Township Area
Centennial Beach – Verulam OPENVerulam Recreational Park OPEN
Picture adapted from www.flickr.com/photos/golauglau
Monday, July 11, 2011
Pigeon Lake Fish Safe Eating? New Interactive Guide!
Eating Pigeon Lake Fish Information – Free Books Now Available Too!
Update Aug.1 2011 - Now available in Omemee!
Eating Bass and other Ontario Sport Fish? The New online ‘Guide to Eating Ontario Sport Fish’ helps people determine safe dining amounts of Bass plus other popular fish. This online Guide, also available as a FREE pdf download, or booklet, has a wealth of handy information for both seasoned anglers and those just starting fishing, The new provincial guide being distributed by our local Health Unit should be essential reading before reeling in the variety of sport fish found in Ontario lakes, streams.
Avoid Contaminated Fish!
‘Fish is a good source of protein, is low in saturated fat, and is a great source of Omega 3 fatty acids. That is why people are encouraged to eat at least two servings of fish per week,” says Laura Danilko, a Registered Dietitian with the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit. “Unfortunately, some sport fish, including those from Ontario, may contain contaminants such as mercury that can be harmful.’
‘Restrictions on consuming certain sport fish are not unique to Ontario,’ Danilko says, adding, ‘Most places in North America have some type of limit for young children, expectant mothers and women who are trying to get pregnant.’
The introductory section of the Guide even includes directions on how to properly prepare fish to avoid containments.
Sensitive Populations Warned
Contaminants can be especially harmful to women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant , as well as children under the age of 15 years. Separate amounts are shown in the Guide’s tables for Sensitive populations and General populations.
‘Scientific studies show that unborn babies and young children can be very sensitive to the contaminants found in some fresh water fish and that exposure to mercury at certain levels can harm an unborn baby and affect a child’s brain development,’ Danilko says.
About the 2011-2012 Guide to Eating Ontario Sport Fish
The new Interactive Guide to Eating Ontario Sport Fish www.ontario.ca/fishguide is also now available in a handy field guide format from the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, and through HKPR District Health Unit offices. The Guide provides detailed information on sport fish from nearly 2,000 locations in Ontario, and includes the recommended number of fresh water fish that can be safely eaten, tips on choosing fish with the lowest contamination levels, and advice on ways to prepare fish to reduce contaminants.
Get Your Free Guide to Eating Ontario Sport Fish
Copies of the Guide to Eating Ontario Sport Fish, and an accompanying brochure, can be picked up at any Health Unit office in Port Hope, Lindsay, Haliburton, Campbellford and Brighton. In Omemee, guide books are available at Coronation Hall, 1 King Street West between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm. Monday to Friday. More information is also available by calling the health Unit toll-free 1-866-888-4577 or the Ministry of the Environment at 1-800-820-2716.
Sunday, July 10, 2011
Stop American Hedge Fund Destroying Ontario Drinking Water! Sign Now!
International Petition Urges MNR Linda Jeffrey Stop Highland Companies!
May 15th Omemee Pigeon eFlyer featured the article Melancthon Mega Quarry Would Affect Ontario Water Supply: Environmental Assessment Demanded . To date, this article has been read 167 times. The struggle to prevent this massive quarry is now down to the crunch. International awareness network Avaaz.org is urging people around the world to sign a petition to stop the Mega Quarry.Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Water Safe: Health Unit Lifts Advisory
Health Unit Lifts Sturgeon Lake Water Advisory
(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES) – Sturgeon Lake residents, near Fenelon Falls, have the go ahead to start using their water again.
Today,Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit lifted an advisory that urged people drawing water from the Ellery Bay section of Sturgeon Lake to find an alternate source of water. The precaution was issued a June 21st, after a blue-green algae bloom was detected in a bay called ‘The Lagoon,’ which fronts onto Wychwood Drive East in Fenelon.
Flue-green algae naturally-occurs in fresh water lakes. However, it can produce toxins harmful to people and animals,when it is dying, or disturbed.
‘The test results show the water is safe to use again for all purposes, including drinking, cooking, washing, bathing and swimming,’says Anne Alexander, Director of Environmental Health with the HKPR District Health Unit.
The Health Unit’s original water-use warning for this section of Sturgeon Lake did not affect people who use municipal water systems, or those residents who draw water from drilled wells that are not impacted by surface water.
While the danger of the blue-green algae may be over, Alexander reminds people about the importance of using a proper water treatment system when taking surface water from a lake, river or stream.
‘Surface water can be contaminated by viruses, bacteria and parasites that are invisible to the eye,’ Alexander warns, adding, ‘that is why it is essential that people always use the proper water treatment systems, that include filtration and disinfection, to ensure contaminants are removed before drinking the water.’
For more information, contact the Health Unit at 1-866-888-4577 or visit www.hkpr.on.ca.
Friday, June 17, 2011
Pigeon Lake Blue-Green Algae Alert Does Not Affect Omemee Area: Does This Alert Affect You?
Ontario Ministry Issues Health Alert: Do not Use Water!
Testing performed by the Ministry of the Environment has confirmed that the algaebloom in the “Back Channel” area of Pigeon Lake is blue-green algae, also known as
cyanobacteria. The “Back Channel” area is on east side of Boyd Island,aka Big Island, in the northern part of Pigeon Lake as shown in the map below:
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Save Water Gardening? Omemee Spring Garden Show Features Drought Loving Garden Plants Speaker!
Want a beautiful garden with less work? You'll want to attend Omemee and District Horticultural Society Spring Garden Show!
Friday, June 10, 2011
MPP Ric Johnson Performing at 11th Annual Summer Lakeshore Music Festival
Join in the Family Fun at Gamiing Nature Centre, Omemee, Ontario!
June 11 th from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Gamiing Nature Centre presents the 11th Annual Summer Lakeshore Music Festival at 1884 Pigeon Lake Road, Omemee, Ontario. The Summer Lakeshore Music Festival, a Fundraiser for Gamiing Nature Centre EcoGuardian Programs, is a fun, educational experience, where visitors can find out more about a wide range of commercial and non-profit environmental organizations, products and ideas. It's an exciting, informative day for the whole family with numerous exceptional environmental exhibits, fun entertainment, great wild edible food, hiking trails to explore, and games for kids of all ages.Great Regional Performers Include MPP Ric Johnson!
The 2011 lineup of performers includes:
Enjoy a Taste of the Kawarthas!
Gamiing's own chefs de cuisine are preparing picnic lunches using Kawartha's local, organic and wild edible food which can be enjoyed at the performance or anywhere along the trails in the forest. Fruit wines from Kawartha Country Winery and organic beers from local breweries, as well as finger foods, and dinner of wild edibles all from Gamiing's property will also be featured.
Admission to the Summer Lakeshore Music Festival is by donation; all ages are welcome.
Vendor and exhibitor booths are available. For more information call 705-799-7083 or check out the Gamiing Nature Centre Website.
See more Gamiing Nature Centre events.
Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Greater Omemee Area Green Thumb Growers Guide
Looking for plants? Tips and Giveaway for Local Businesses
Current Search Results Disappointing
A search for plants Omemee on Google Maps, turns up a myriad of choices, some as far away as Stouffville. Minute to Market combed through seven pages of Google Maps search results to seek out gardening services in the Omemee area, and were disappointed not to find such poor results. At this point, only three talented Green Thumbs are showing up in the Google maps search for plants Omemee, as shown in the screen shot of the map below.
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