Ok folks, the fire building course is ready. And if there is expressed interest, I am offering to host a 2 hour workshop related to this. Would be free to members but you would have to be 1 parent + 1 kid per group. Depending on interest I could host this in Wendover or Sharbot Lake, whatever is most convenient for the average participants.

I don’t love the cold ❄️ but my dogs don’t give me a choice 🐕🐕. Well 2 of 3 of them. Winter walks mean fresh air, movement, a clear head, and a reminder to slow down. Grateful for muddy paws, wagging tails, and the push to get outside anyway. I’m lucky to have them.

Fishing in Ontario is one of the best ways to enjoy our outdoors—but before you hit the ice/water, it’s essential to understand the Ontario fishing regulations. These rules aren’t just paperwork; they protect fish populations, preserve habitats, and ensure great fishing for future generations. 📘 Why knowing the regulations is important: - Species limits & seasons – Some fish can only be kept during specific times of the year. - Size and catch limits – Keeping fish outside legal size or over the limit can result in fines. - Zone-specific rules – Ontario is divided into Fisheries Management Zones (FMZs), each with its own regulations. - Gear restrictions – Certain baits, hooks, and methods are regulated to protect ecosystems. 🚫 Not knowing the rules is not a valid excuse if you’re checked by conservation officers. ✅ Good news for beginners: There is no course required to start fishing in Ontario. 🎟 What you need to fish legally: - If you are 18–64 years old: An Outdoors Card A valid Ontario fishing licence (Sport or Conservation) - If you are under 18 or 65+: no fishing licence required, but you must follow all regulations and carry ID to prove age if asked. 📱 Regulations are easy to access online or through the Ontario Fishing Regulations Summary—take a few minutes to review them before every season or trip. I’ve attached the link to it in this post. Respect the rules. Protect the resource. Enjoy the outdoors. https://www.ontario.ca/document/ontario-fishing-regulations-summary

Just wanted to extend a word of welcome to the first members.

Here is an example of an activity that all 3 of my daughters loved. Take a drill, use a scrap piece of wood and set various screws of different lengths and bit heads. Teach the kids how to use the drill, change the bits and understand drill angle and pressure needed to set the screws. Get them to put them in and back them out. Once that is mastered, get them to put the screws in without setting them into the wood for them. What started out as a mondai task turned into something the kids have asked to repeat and now they are “not be afraid” of the power tools as they getting a better understanding of how they work and what what they can do with them.