The Kawartha Lakes Outdoorsman

One Of A Kind

Trilliums continue to blossom across the Kawartha Lakes region this time of year. Unlike the popular white petaled version, this Red Trillium’s beauty stems from its rich acidic soil base and unique pollination process which makes it stand apart from all others. So too will your next adventure in the Kawarthas. TheKawarthaExperience

Transition

The transition into summer in the Kawarthas is like nature’s game of tug-of-war. As the sunshine heats the cool forest floor, pockets of warm spring air rise up, brush your face and provide encouragement as you hike along. All the while, winter’s last touch tugs at your heals. Summer will prevail. TheKawarthaExperience

Dam That’s Cool

Nature never ceases to amaze. Marvel for a moment. Just how long would it take to build this beaver dam by hand without tools? Creature wonders of the Kawarthas. TheKawarthaExperience

Heroic View

Atop the Bobcaygeon Bridge of Heroes, looking East beyond the narrows, the azure sky and waters of Pigeon Lake merge triumphantly. This is a significant vantage point in the Kawarthas, just as the town of Bobcaygeon holds a special place in the hearts of all those who experience it. TheKawarthaExperience

H2Oya

The spring sky might be grey, but the lake still sparkles when the bow of a boat cuts through it. Boating is back in the Kawarthas. TheKawarthaExperience

For The Love Of The Forest

While out for a hike in the Kawartha Lakes region be prepared to be enamored. Deep in the woods you will be surrounded by nature’s creativity. It is rich, meaningful and symbolic. TheKawarthaExperience

Sense Of Renewal

Contrasting elements scattered across the forest floor signal spring is here. The Trilliums are back in the Kawartha Lakes region. TheKawarthaExperience

Clearing

There is a special spot nestled atop a wooded hillside in Fenelon Falls. Between the trees, the beautiful waters of Cameron Lake can be seen and a moment of clarity can be found. With its unique natural features and rich heritage, Fenelon Falls truly is “The Jewel of the Kawarthas”. TheKawarthaExperience

Night Light

As springtime arrives in the Kawarthas, ice capped lakes begin to melt. Sparkling reflections of moonlight dancing across the water return to illuminate the darkness of the forest. The intention of the region’s original Aboriginal name, Ka-wa-tha, meaning “land of reflections” is renewed. TheKawarthaExperience

At The Heart Of The Kawarthas

There is an old saying some may be familiar with. It goes something like, “the whole is greater than the sum of the parts”. Being naturally curious, I looked up its origin and learned this phrase in its various forms can be credited to a philosopher named Aristotle. That said, the phrase implies that whenContinue reading “At The Heart Of The Kawarthas”