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www.ricelakeinfo.com 3 Photo courtesy of Northumberland Tourism Photo courtesy of Northumberland Tourism contents www.ricelakeinfo.com Angling Information 5 2013 Big Fish Winners 6 Golf 9 Roseneath Carousel 12 Meet You at the Market 17 Resort Location & Area Map 20 Accommodation Chart 22 Local Theatres 26 Agricultural Fairs 27 Trent-Severn Lock Hours 27 Selected Area Attractions 28 Accommodations 31 RLTA Members 37 Vacationer’s Index 38 Towns & Villages Northumberland County 10 Alnwick/Haldimand 11 Hamilton Township 14 Hastings Area 15 Millbrook 16 © 2014 TOURIST RESORT SERVICES, Bewdley, Ontario. Canada. (905) 797-2281 Printed by MARACLE PRESS, Oshawa, Ontario. Canada Volume 53 Cover photos: Blue Heron and Fishing photos appear courtesy of Hermen Meijerink 3 Rice Lake Trivia There are over 20 islands in Rice Lake ...and so your vacation begins! Yes, that’s right . . . relax looking onto the lake, catch the early morning mist or anticipate that fish strikeof-the-day! Whatever your vacation dreams are, catch them here: hiking, golfing, taking in local attractions and historic towns, or just appreciating the surrounding beauty of the lake . . . it awaits your arrival! Rice Lake, part of the international Trent-Severn Waterway, is 23 miles long , 3 miles across, and home to over twenty islands of various sizes. Its name is derived from extensive wild rice beds that once flourished in its waters at the turn of the century. A shallow fertile lake, weeds provide coverage and food for plentiful fish. The rolling hills of surrounding communities provide beautiful views. A scenic driving tour combined with visits to the artisan studios and antique shops of nearby historic towns and villages offers an eclectic experience. Golf enthusiasts enjoy an array of golf courses with varying degrees of difficulty, all with wonderful views and vistas. Naturalists, hikers and cyclists enjoy several forests and conservation parks with a network of trails and parkland. It all awaits you at Rice Lake...come and enjoy, we'd love to have you visit us! Your Rice Lake vacation guidelines... Wake up smiling; watch the sun rise and set; take a nap; feel the lake breeze; make a splash; read a book; converse with nature, take a walk; listen to the birds; sip a drink; dance in the sand; relax and be grateful for this day; collect moments, not things. Most importantly, repeat daily! Enjoy your Rice Lake vacation! Charlotte Clay-Ireland, Publisher 4 Photos courtesy of Northumberland Tourism www.ricelakeinfo.com Fishing Information Open Fishing Season Guide PANFISH (Crappie, Sunfish,Yellow Perch) Open all year WALLEYE 2nd Saturday in May to Nov. 15 MUSKELLUNGE 1st Saturday in June to Dec. 15 LARGEMOUTH/SMALLMOUTH BASS 3rd Saturday in June to Dec. 15 IN POSSESSION* & SIZE LIMITS SPORT FISHING CATCH Walleye 4 in possession: must be between 35–50cm (13.8–19.7in) Largemouth & Smallmouth Bass or any combination thereof – 6 in possession Muskellunge – 1 in possession; Size Limit – must be greater than 112 cm (44 in.) in length Panfish (possession) Yellow Perch – 50 Crappie – 30 Sunfish – 3 00 (only 30 may be greater than 18cm (7.1in) ) CONSERVATION FISHING CATCH Walleye – 1 in possession: must be between 35–50cm (13.8–19.7in) Largemouth & Smallmouth Bass or any combination of both – 2 in possession Muskellunge – zero in possession Panfish : Yellow Perch – 25 Crappie – 10 Sunfish – 15, any size * Catch and Possession Limits – The catch limit is the number of fish you are allowed to catch and keep in one day and includes fish that are not immediately released and any fish eaten or given away. The possession limit is the number you are allowed to have in your possession on hand, in cold storage, in transit, or anywhere. Possession limits are the same as one day’s catch limit except where otherwise specified. For further information visit www.mnr.gov.on.ca www.ricelakeinfo.com The 2014 Ontario Family Fishing Events Canadian residents will again be able to sample Ontario’s fishing opportunities, licencefree, during the weekend of February 15–17th and the week of July 5-13th. Sponsored by a diverse range of government and nongovernment organizations, these events are designed to remind people of the recreational and economic value of Ontario’s recreational fishery, and the importance of sustaining and enhancing it for future generations. For this reason, anglers without a licence must abide by the limits set for the Conservation Licence during these events. All other fees and regulations apply and will be enforced, including size limits and sanctuaries. For more information on the Ontario Family Fishing Weekend & week and other fishing events in your area, visit www.familyfishingweekend.com or call the Natural Resources Information Centre. 1-800-667-1940 5 2013 BIG FISH CON The Rice Lake Tourist Association is proud to announce the winners of the 2013 Big Fish Contest! w = weight l = length g = girth BLUEGILL Krista Wulber:Versailles, OH w: 10 oz l: 9" (Alpine Resort) WALLEYE Sam Woods: Covington, OH w: 2 lb, 11 oz l: 19.5" (Alpine Resort) CATFISH Oliver Vasic: Toronto, ON w: 1lb, 4 oz l: 15" g: 8.75" (Southview Cottages) 6 www.ricelakeinfo.com NTEST WINNERS LARGEMOUTH BASS Carvin Song: Brampton, ON w: 5 lb, 14 oz l: 22" g: 16.5" (Sunset Cove Resort) PERCH Darla Cryder: Circleville, OH w: 1 lb l: 14" g: 9" (Southview Cottages) ROCKBASS Jason Bierlein:Vassar, MI w: 9.3 oz l: 9.5" g: 7.75" (Muskie Bay Resort) SMALLMOUTH BASS Jason Pugsley: Redondo Beach, CA w: 5 lb, 13 oz l: 22" g: 17" (Twin Cedars Cottages) www.ricelakeinfo.com 7 Rice Lake Trivia The islands of Rice Lake are glacial formed drumlins CRAPPIE Joe Ceneskie: Webster, NY w: 1 lb, 6 oz l: 13.5" g: 11" (Silver Leaf Cottages) SUNFISH Catharine Klyn: Norwich, ON w: 8.2 oz l: 9.25" g: 9.25" (Muskie Bay Resort) 8 CRAPPIE (Honourable Mention) Sandra Meyer: Eden, NY w: 1 lb, 5 oz l: 14.5" (Tam-Bir Cottages) CARP Shirali Kianian: Thornhill, ON w: 9 lb, 14 oz l: 29" g: 17" (Southview Cottages) www.ricelakeinfo.com www.ricelakeinfo.com 9 Photo courtesy of Northumberland Tourism Rice Lake Trivia Pioneer writer Catharine Parr Traill lived on the south shore of the Lake TAKING IN NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY Northumberland County is located on the south shore of Rice Lake and offers visitors a variety of vacation activities throughout the year. Rural in nature you can experience its beautiful landscapes of rolling hills and picturesque views of Rice Lake, the Trent-Severn Waterway and Lake Ontario. There are several publications you can access either online or have mailed to you. Outdoor Adventure Map You can request a copy or view this map online and get ready to enjoy Northumberland’s great outdoor adventures. The map contains county roads and local communities you can visit while in the area. It lists 24 public fishing spots you can try your luck at or you can fish Rice Lake or try fly fishing one of the many rivers and streams. If birding is your thing, bring your binoculars. The county is home to some prime birding and Presqu’ile Provincial Park located in Brighton is considered one of Ontario’s best bird watching locations. Or you might want to cycle around the county visiting the small hamlets taking in the local scenery and historical sites. But if mountain biking is your style, the rolling hills of both the Ganaraska and Northumberland forests can provide an excellent mix of twists and turns! There are also 15 conservation areas, two provincial parks and 37 trails totalling over 1000 km offering hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing 10 and horseback riding. If golfing is your sport there are many courses nestled like jewels amid clean, peaceful, natural settings. Many local clubs offer competitively low rates. Driving Tours This themed driving tour booklet lets you explore the County at your pace! There are eight scenic and heritage tours you can take. One route will take you past notable individuals who have gone before us while another takes you through the lovely countryside of the County. There’s one that will take you on the south shore of Rice Lake and other one through the town of Port Hope with all its antique and speciality shops. For the food lover there’s even a tour which includes chocolate, cheese and beer. Or you can tour Cobourg’s Heritage area and then drive south to cruise the Brighton/ Colborne area going east to Presqu’ile Provincial Park in Brighton. Whether you’re touring by car, motorcycle or bicycle you’ll find a variety of interesting sites and breathtaking scenes. Farm Gate Guide All over the County, businesses that grow, produce, serve and sell seasonal local foods offer something special.This online site offers you an opportunity to connect with local food destinations and Community Farmers’ Markets. Spend a Saturday exploring local side roads and getting to know from where your food comes. The guide also brings farmers and consumers together to support local agriculture and reflects a growing interest in culinary tourism and includes non-farm businesses consistently supporting local agriculture by serving and selling in-season Northumberland goods. www.northumberlandtourism.com www.ricelakeinfo.com alnwick/haldimand township The amalgamated municipality of Alnwick/ Haldimand is a favourite destination for boaters, fishermen, and vacationers. The former Alnwick Township was incorporated in 1845. The English and Scottish pioneers who homesteaded in Alnwick named the Township after the countytown fortress of Northumberland County in northern England. The hamlet of Roseneath, called the Four Corners before the name was changed by James Campbell and his wife, who came from Roseneath, Scotland in 1838. A number of buildings from those pioneer days still exist today. Alnwick is also one of the relatively few Ontario townships having an Indian Reserve within its boundaries. These Natives are descendants of the mighty Mississaugas. There are two Indian craft shops offering many unique gifts. The former Township of Haldimand is predominantly rural in character. Many www.ricelakeinfo.com residents operate antique shops providing an active non-intrusive commercial base for the township. Grafton is home to architecturally significant structures like the Haldimand Hills Spa. The Township offers discovery by the Waterfront Trail which is designed for access by car, bike and foot. Along the route, running parallel to Lake Ontario, is the wetland preservation area known as the Nawautin Nature Sanctuary. Hikers can also enjoy Peter’s Woods which provides some lovely scenic and wooded areas to explore. Running north from Cty. Rd. 2 are some of the most prominent cold water streams in Canada for salmon and rainbow trout, as well, the Township offers access to Lake Ontario by way of the Wicklow Beach boat launch a perennially popular spot for trout and salmon offshore fishing. The municipality is situated with Rice Lake at its northern boundary and Lake Ontario to the south. 11 www.roseneathcarousel.com Single ride: $3 A Fantasy Rekindled Come Visit The Roseneath Carousel! Winner of the 2010 National Carousel Association Historic Carousel Award presented to the Roseneath Carousel 1906 C.W. Parker for Preserving the Past, Maintaining the Present and Ensuring the Future! The golden age of carousel production ended with the Depression of 1929. Most of the remaining examples of this form of North American art are found in public displays and private collections. The Roseneath Carousel was built in 1906 at Abilene, Kansas, by C.W. Parker, a manufacturer of amusement rides. Only four like the Roseneath type were known to be made in North America and the Roseneath Carousel is stamped number three on the ring gear. The Carousel consists of 40 basswood horses and 2 boats, with Herschell/Spillman or Armitage/ Herschell on the centre row and Parker Jumpers on the outside and inside rows. The music is provided by a 125 Wurlitzer Military Band organ—Serial #4018 (one of only three number 125 Wurlitzer band organs in active use today)—built in 1934, complete with paper rolls to usher out the nostalgic music. After the carousel left the C.W. Parker plant in Abilene, there are a few gaps in its history. It eventually surfaced at Mohawk Park in Brantford, Ontario, and in 1932 it was purchased by the Roseneath Agricultural Society for $675.00. Throughout the years maintenance 12 work was done on the mechanical parts of the carousel by local tradespeople, and students repainted the horses. By 1986, the ancient ride no longer met Ontario’s safety standards. A group of dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers organized the Carousel Restoration committee, and embarked on a massive $400,000.00 fund raising campaign to restore the relic to its original condition under the expert hands of master carver Konstantin von Waldburg. July 17, 1993 marked the grand reopening of this museum quality, ridable carousel housed in the sixteen-sided building (which was the building constructed around the carousel when it was located to the Roseneath fairgounds in 1932). In 1998, the original Carousel building underwent significant repairs. A total of $25,000 was spent to install a new foundation, a complete cement floor and new exterior boards to replace those destroyed by age. Renovations to the original building built in 1932 are desperately required to house and protect the restored Carousel. Become a FRIEND OF THE ROSENEATH CAROUSEL. Your donation will assist in efforts to preserve and operate the Carousel – a precious reminder of days gone by in rural Ontario. For further information, contact the Roseneath Carousel, Box 66, Roseneath, Ontario Canada KOK 2XO. Tel./Fax (905) 352-3778 [email protected] www.ricelakeinfo.com ROSENEATH EVENTS July 27th Car/Truck/Tractor Show ’n Shine September 26th – 28th 146th Roseneath Fair 17 It is not in doing what you like, but in liking what you do that is the secret to happiness - James Barrie As in a game of cards, so in the game of life, we must play what is dealt to us; and the glory consists not so much in winning, as in playing a poor hand well - Josh Billings www.ricelakeinfo.com 13 Rice Lake Trivia Mount Ararat is the highest point of the Rice Lake Plains Photo courtesy of Northumberland Tourism HAMILTON TOWNSHIP Settlement of the township began in the late 1700’s and on February 14th, 1791 the township was officially named after Henry Hamilton, Lieutenant Governor of Quebec. “By land and water we flourish” is an expression of the Township’s history and ongoing character, as well as its motto. The township has a rural charm and consists of six hamlets Baltimore, Bewdley, Camborne, Cold Springs, Gore’s Landing and Harwood. It is bounded on the north by the famous Rice Lake and to the south by Lake Ontario and the Town of Cobourg. The township is surrounded by interesting historical attractions. There is a 14 Joseph Scriven Monument which recognizes Joseph Scriven who wrote the hymn, “What a Friend We Have in Jesus”; Mount Ararat, the highest point of the Rice Lake plains and home in 1849 to early Canadian writer Catherine Parr Traill; the CobourgPeterborough Railroad Causeway that once crossed Rice Lake where partially submerged remains are still visible. A visit to Hamilton Township offers an incredible diversity of attractions for visitors with Rice Lake being the main attraction appealing to fishermen, nature lovers, water sports enthusiasts, and the many people who simply wish to get away, get some fresh air, sunshine and just relax. www.ricelakeinfo.com HASTINGS in the municipality of trent hills Hastings is snuggled into the hills and valleys of north-eastern Northumberland County along the historic Trent-Severn Waterway in the Municipality of Trent Hills. The area bursts with rural charm. Bison, emu and trout farms mix with traditional beef and dairy operations, and maple syrup and cheese producers. The 386 km TrentSevern Waterway runs through Hastings, easily accessible to boaters and anglers. Challenging golf courses, hiking and cycling trails, Ferris Provincial Park and Seymour Conservation Area offer scenic getaways while festivals, museums, shops, country pubs, tea rooms and historic walking tours ensure a country experience. For more information contact 888-653-1556; www.trenthills.ca The Ultimate Fishing Town Visit Hastings, Ontario—the World Fishing Network's 2012 Ultimate Fishing Town Champion. The Trent River through Hastings, a long-time favourite of anglers and pleasure boaters, has been voted the top fishing spot in Canada. With a 60 km uninterrupted stretch between locks, spectacular scenery, and a quaint village, Hastings is the ideal fishing destination. www.ricelakeinfo.com 15 Rice Lake Trivia Millbrook is home to the 4th Line outdoor theatre MILLBROOK Come and Experience Wonderful Millbrook Downtwon Millbrook: a lively village with unique shops and boutiques for everyday needs and special occasions too. You’ll find a wide selection of services for home, auto, family and business. Don’t miss our outdoor summer theatre and walking tours of many historic village homes and buildings. Looking to be active? Walk the Millbrook Valley Trails through forests and along the banks of our Mill Pond and Baxter Creek. Millbrook: It’s closer than you think! www.millbrookbia.com MILLBROOK EVENTS Hockey Day in Canada February 16 Lions Fishing Derby April 26 Millbrook Fair Events June 12-15 Farmers’ Market Sundays 11am-1pm Car Show July 5 Ladies Night August 7 Zucchini Festival September 7 Culture Days September 26-28 Scarecrow Festival October 18 Remembrance Day November 11 Christimas in the Village Events December 4-7 Don’t miss our 2014 Summer Season! Doctor Barnardo’s Children July 1–26 Wounded Soldiers August 5–30 16 www.ricelakeinfo.com Rice Lake Trivia Hiawatha was named by Edward, Prince of Wales in 1860 Ziploc Omelette Great for Family and Guests. Fun & Easy! 1. Guests write names on quart-size Ziploc freezer bags. 2. Crack 2 eggs into bag—shake well! 3. Add ingredients to taste: cheeses, ham, onion, green pepper, tomato, salsa—close & shake again! (Remove excess air) 4. Place bags into large pot of rolling, boiling water for exactly 13 minutes. 5. Open bags and omelette should roll out easily. tip: serve with fresh fruit and coffee cake. Taking Precautions in the Sun Simple measures can be taken to minimize damaging UV radiation that penetrates the skin while outside. The sun’s rays are strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Avoid being in the sun during those times. Be aware that you can get an extra dose of UV when you’re around surfaces that reflect light including water, sand, and snow. Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a minimum of SPF 30 every day. Broad-spectrum sunscreens block UVA and UVB. Know how to apply sunscreen correctly and reapply often. Protect your face and neck by wearing a wide-brimmed hat with at least a 4-inch brim all the way around. Wear loose-fitting clothes with a tight weave that cover as much of your body as possible. Protect your eyes with sunglasses that block 99% to 100% of UVA and UVB rays. MEET YOU AT THE MARKET CAMPBELLFORD May to October; Sat. 8 – 12; Wed. 8 –1: (Front and River Streets) COBOURG Many visitors to the area love to make a weekly jaunt to a traditional farmers’ markets. The markets offer a jovial atmosphere where you can experience an old fashioned buying atmosphere. Taste the flavour of farm fresh produce; chat with the farmer who grew it; see colourful arrays of flowers; smell the fresh baking and sweet treats; discover fresh eggs and unique meats; and warm your heart with country crafts and creative gifts from local craftspeople and artisans. Following is a list of local farmers’ markets. www.ricelakeinfo.com May to December; Sat. 7 – 1: (Victoria Square; behind Victoria Hall, downtown Cobourg) HASTINGS May to October; Sat. 8 – 1: (Four corners, downtown Hastings) PETERBOROUGH All year; Sat. 7 – 1: May to Oct.: (Memorial Centre parking lot) November to April: (Morrow Building, Exhibition grounds) PORT HOPE May to October; Sat. 8 – 12: (Queen St., behind Town Hall) 17 Rice Lake Trivia A railway once crossed the Lake from Harwood to Hiawatha Historical drive Rice Lake abounds in history. The hamlets, villages and towns that surround the lake remind one of the triumphs of previous generations. No matter from where you set out you will be met with rounded hills and broad vales which were formed from the terminal moraine of the Ice Age many thousands of years ago. Each road that winds through the hills and valleys was once a mere dirt trail, dusty in drought and rutty in rainy seasons. Today, many of these roads are paved; however, the charms of yesteryear are strong and compelling. Let’s start our tour in Bewdley, located on the west end of Rice Lake named in 1833 by William Bancks, who arrived in Canada from Bewdley, England about 1831. It was originally the site of an Indian settlement, and was thought to be a stopping place of the Mound Builders when they travelled to Ohio via the Ganaraska trail or portage from Rice Lake to Port Hope. Today, Bewdley caters to the many tourists who come to Rice Lake to enjoy the lake’s fishing and vacation activities. Going north on Cty. Rd 28 you come to Bailieboro. Until 1861 was called Bloomfield. Bailieboro was named after Bailieborough in County Cavan, Ireland, 40 km. west of Dundalk. Turning east at Bailieboro onto Cty. Rd. 2 will take you along the north shore of the Lake. Hiawatha, situated on the north shore lies at the mouth of the Otonabee River as it flows into Rice Lake. The place was first called the Rice Lake Indian Village. It received its present name from H.R.H. Edward, Prince of Wales, during his 1860 tour. It is named after Henry Wadsworth 18 Longfellow’s epic poem the Song of Hiawatha, published in 1855. The hero of the poem is the legendary co-creator (the other one being Dekamahwideth) of the League of Five Nations, or Iroquois. He represented all the best features of human accomplishment. Of particular interest here is the lovely, white, framed church which dates back to 1823 when the area including the church was an early native encampment. Hiawatha is also the point where the Cobourg-Peterborough Railroad crossed Rice Lake from Harwood. Today, only part of the rail bed remains visible. Still travelling on Cty. Rd. 2, the next point of interest is Keene. It was first called Gilchrist’s Mills in 1825 after its founder Dr. John Gilchrist. It was named Otanabee in 1832, and later corrected to Otonabee. Gilchrist renamed it Keene in 1858 for his home town in New Hampshire, 40 km. west of Manchester. It is an attractive village bordering the Indian River. One of the first curling clubs in Ontario was formed at Keene in 1861, and for half a century it was a top club in the province. Continuing east on Cty. Rd. 2 through rolling farmland you will come to Hastings, where Rice Lake empties into the Trent River. The village (1874) of Hastings, on the Trent River, was first called Crook’s Rapids, after James Crooks who built a grist mill here in 1827. The mill was sold in 1851 to Henry Fowlds, who named the place Hastings for Flora Muir Campbell, Countess of Ludoun, and the wife of the Marques of Hastings. The first dam on the Trent-Severn Waterway was constructed here in 1838. The village is a port-of-call for visitors www.ricelakeinfo.com Rice Lake Trivia Joseph Scriven wrote the hymn “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” around the Lake enjoying a boating vacation along the 240 mile Trent-Severn Waterway passage from Lake Ontario to Georgian Bay and Lake Huron. Heading south on Hwy. 45 from Hastings continue to the village of Roseneath known for its fantastic annual fall fair and historical Roseneath Carousel. This Carousel was built in 1906 at Abilene, Kansas, by C.W. Parker, a manufacturer of amusement rides. Only four like the Roseneath type were known to be made in North America and the number three is stamped on the ring gear. A group of dedicated volunteers has worked hard over the years to make the Carousel a working piece of history.You can ride the Carousel – a precious reminder of days gone by in rural Ontario. South of Roseneath is Alderville, a First Nation, relocated from Quinte Region in 1837. It was established on about 3000 acres stretching from Rice Lake inland over prairie lands and woods to both sides of what is now County Road 45. At the junction of Rice Lake Road and Cty. Rd. 45 is the unique monument the members of the Alderville First Nation erected to honour of all those who fought in the two world wars. Here are excellent curio shops where you can buy well-made handicrafts of leather, bark, feathers and beads. At this junction turn west onto Cty. Rd. 18 where you will come to Harwood, situated on the south shore of Rice Lake. It was first called Sully by Cobourg entrepreneur and owner of the steamboat Pemedash, James Grey Bethune, to honour his illustrious ancestor, Maximilien de Bethune, www.ricelakeinfo.com Duc de Sully. In 1854 it was later named for Robert Harwood, an early property owner from Lower Canada. In its day it was a bustling community with several inns, a paper mill, and various saw mills, a ferry service running between Cobourg, Sully and Peterborough. Today, only a few signs are visible of a once bustling industry but you can still see evidence of the CobourgPeterborough Railroad causeway that once crossed Rice Lake. The last train crossed the causeway in 1860. Some partially submerged remains of the old causeway from Harwood to Tic Island can still be seen. As you travel west on Cty. Rd. 18, the next port-of-call is Gores Landing, situated on the south shore of Rice Lake, north of Cobourg. The area was first called Sidey`s Tavern, then Claverton. The present village was named after its founder Thomas Sinclair Gore, a civil engineer from Ireland, who built a plank road from Cobourg to his property on Rice Lake during the 1840s. For over a hundred years, Gore’s Landing was an important canoe and boatbuilding centre. One of the builders, Daniel Herald, is thought to have built one of the first board canoes in the Kawartha region. His canoe known as “Herald’s Patent Cedar Canoe” was a double cedar canoe, planked inside and outside. In the late 1800s this canoe won many medals for Herald at international exhibitions. Today, Gore’s Landing is a port-of-call for boaters as they travel Rice Lake and the TrentSevern. Throughout your drive around the lake, depending on the time of year, you will experience many breath-taking views of the lake so bring your camera! 19 Rice Lake Trivia “Bewdley” was named in 1833 by William Bancks RICE LAKE AND AREA OTONABEE CAVAN PETERBOROUGH COUNTY Millbrook MILLBROOK SOUTH MONAGHAN Bailieboro 5 3 2 4 Bewdley 6 res ng Goandi L 7 8 9 17 NORTHUMBERLAND COUNTY PORT HOPE 20 HAMILTON COBOURG www.ricelakeinfo.com d oo rw Ha O WE ST Rice Lake Trivia Bailieboro's namesake is County Caven, Ireland RIVER OUSE ACCOMMODATIONS, MARINAS AND RESTAURANTS ASPHODEL Hastings Keene 1 15 16 TRENT HILLS 14 13 12 11 Roseneath Landing 10 Roseneath ALNWICK/ HALDIMAND Warkworth CRAMAHE © Copyright: Millhouse Maps, February 2005 Accommodations, Marinas, and Restaurants 1 Elmhirst’s Resort 2 Camp Cherokee 3 Sunshine Cove Resort 4 Silver Leaf Cottages 5 Southview Cottages 6 Tower Manor Lodge 7 Victoria Inn 8 Adventure Bay 9 Tam-Bir Cottages www.ricelakeinfo.com See Page 32 See Page 33 Inside Front Cover See page 32 Back Cover See Page 31 See Page 26 See Page 33 See Page 33 10 Golden Beach Resort 11 Sunset Cove Resort 12 Alpine Resort 13 Muskie Bay Resort 14 Suni-Vale Cottages 15 Twin Cedars 16 Sandy Bay Cottages 17 Rhino's Roadhouse See Page 34 See Page 35 See Page 36 Inside Back Cover See Page 33 See Page 36 See Page 36 See Page 13 21 Camp Cherokee Elmhirst’s Resort Golden Beach Resort 2 1 10 Sandy Bay Cottages Silver Leaf Cottages 16 4 7 Km/4 Mi. East on Cty. Rd. 2 Bailieboro (705) 939-6661 6 Km North of Roseneath off Hwy. 45 Hastings (705) 696-2951 Muskie Bay Resort 13 5 Km/3 Mi. NW on Muskie Bay Rd. Roseneath (905) 352-2221 10 Km/6 Mi. West on Cty. Rd. 18, Roseneath (905) 342-5366 5Km/3Mi. East on Cty. Rd. 2 , Keene 1-800-461-1940 20 Paudash St., RR#2, Keene (705) 295-4404 5 Km/3Mi West on Halstead Rd. Roseneath (905) 352-2621 Alpine Resort 12 5878 County Road 18, Gores Landing (905) 342-3400 Adventure Bay 8 Cottages 9 16 23 57 30 12 21 18 S–Seasonal T–Transient Trailer Sites S T ST ST ST Camping • • • Credit Cards • • • • • • • B PB PB PB PB PB P – Pool B – Beach Eating Facilities • • • • • Store • • • • • • • • Boat & Motor Rentals • • • • • • • • Boat Launch • • • • • • • • MARINE FACILITIES • • • • • • Gas/Oil ACCOMMODATION • • • • Marina RESORT AND ADDRESS • • • • • • • Fishing Licences MAP # Bait & Tackle • • • • • • Docking • • • • • • • • Pets Allowed • • • Laundromat • • • • • • • • OTHER SERVICES • • • • • • Recreation Facilities ACCOMMODATION CHART • • • • • • • • Fish Cleaning 22 Fish Freezing • • • • • • • • • Dumping Station Rice Lake Trivia Hastings Village was the Ultimate Fishing Town Champion, 2012 www.ricelakeinfo.com www.ricelakeinfo.com Sunset Cove Resort Sunshine Cove Resort Tam-Bir Cottages Tower Manor Lodge Twin Cedars Resort Victoria Inn (*Guest Rooms) 11 3 9 6 15 7 Cottages R* 5 9 12 12 10 8 52 S–Seasonal T–Transient Trailer Sites NO ST NO ST NO T Camping • • • Credit Cards • • • • • P – Pool B – Beach P B P PB B B PB Eating Facilities • • Store • • • • • Boat & Motor Rentals • • • • • • • Boat Launch • • • • • • • Gas/Oil • • • • • • • • • • • • • Bait & Tackle • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Docking Wheelchair accessibility is available at some of the resorts. It is recommended that if you require wheelchair accessibility, to inquire when placing your reservation. Gore’s Landing (905) 342-3261 32 Sandy Bay Rd., Hastings (705) 696-3127 5 Km/13 Mi. East on Cty. Rd. 9 Bewdley (905) 342-2078 S. shore of Rice Lak, E. of Harwood (905) 342-5660 10Km/5Mi off Cty. Rd. 2 W of Mathers Corner North Shore (705) 295-4224 S. Shore of Rice Lake, Roseneath (905) 352-2157 5 Km/3 Mi. West on Halstead Rd., Roseneath (905) 352-3788 Suni-Vale Cottages 14 6 Km/3.5 Mi. East on Cty. Rd. 2 Bailieboro (705) 939-6761 Southview Cottages & RV Park 5 Marina MARINE FACILITIES Fishing Licences ACCOMMODATION Pets Allowed YES • • NO • NO • NO Laundromat • • OTHER SERVICES • • • • • Recreation Facilities RESORT AND ADDRESS • • • • • • • Fish Cleaning MAP # Fish Freezing • • • • • • • • • Dumping Station Rice Lake Trivia Roseneath is home to the historic Roseneath Carousel 23 Have Fun Fly Fishing for Panfish Panfish—perch, sunfish, bluegills and crappie are fun fish to catch. Using a fly rod can be exciting and fun for all ages! Purchasing a pre-packaged rod, reel and line is a great way for a beginner to start, ensuring that the equipment is properly matched and balanced. Local fishing shops or on-line retailers are great resources to research your options. You may decide to purchase items separately. Regardless, choosing a rod, reel and line need not be expensive. Most fly rods today are made of graphite which are lightweight, strong and will consistently cast your fly. A good quality graphite rod should come with a lifetime warranty. The purpose of the fly fishing rod is to cast the fly to a fish target. Because the fly at the end of the line is very light, the line must have weight in order to case the distance. Regular fishing rods & reels (spinning/bait casters) rely on the weight of the lure to reach the fish target. Rod length ranges from 7' to over 10' and comes in several sections for easy storage and transportation. The shorter the rod length the shorter the casting distance, the longer the rod the greater the casting distance. Rods come in slow, medium and fast action meaning rod flexibility when a fish is on. Slow action rods provide a whippy action and can be difficult to cast; medium will bend near the middle of the rod; and fast action is stiff and has the least amount of bend. Beginners may find the fast action a little easier and more accurate when casting, ultimately landing their catch. The reel holds your fly line and helps you keep pressure on the fish during the catching and landing of your fish. Reels can be made from graphite, titanium and 24 aluminum. What’s important about the reel is its ability to keep constant pressure (the drag) on your catch preventing it from breaking your leader. The drag can be set for personal preference – tight or not.You will need to experiment as you become more comfortable with your reel. The line is the most important part of your equipment. Manufacturers use a designation for fly lines based on the taper of the line which is the diameter of the line. Lines can be classified as double taper, weight forward, and triangle taper. Consulting with someone familiar with fly fishing should be your first stop in choosing the correct line to ensure that you match your line weight with the type of fishing you will be doing along with your rod and reel. As well, a leader and tippet are required for a smooth and invisible presentation of your fly. Choosing a fly that is small enough for those panfish to strike is important because fish like crappie and sunfish have small mouths. If one fly does not bring results, try something different – change colour or style.You will soon discover that you may need to make little changes in things to get results. But most importantly be patient and have fun! www.ricelakeinfo.com Rice Lake Trivia First known European to see Rice Lake was Samuel de Champlain in 1615 The FishAbility Sports Club FishAbility Sports Club was founded in 2008 and provides two unique programs for children and adults who are differently able, and require some assistance to access fishing and sledge hockey. The summer fishing program provides a fun fishing and boating experience on beautiful Rice Lake aboard an adapted pontoon named Ability 1, finishing the day with a shore lunch. Ability 1 is equipped with wheelchair lock downs, fish indicators, electric reels and more, all to support guests’ independence. Day trips start at the Bewdley waterfront park, the same location as our Free Kids Fishing Day on the 24th May 2014. www.ricelakeinfo.com The winter sledge hockey programs for all individuals over 5-years of age is based at Bewdley Community Centre on Sundays. The Northumberland Predators sledge hockey program provides a fast paced game of hockey that helps athletes build strength and agility. FishAbility Sports focuses on the abilities of our guests, so making the “Impossible … Possible One Smile at a Time.” If you would like to know more about FishAbility Sports and it’s programs please contact Debbie @ 705295-1538 or take a look at the website: www.fishabilitysports.org 25 Rice Lake Trivia Mina Benson Hubbard of Bewdley was Canada's first woman explorer Massage and Vacation . . . a great combination! Massage Therapy is the manipulation of soft tissues and joints in the body. It can treat a variety of conditions from muscular injuries, chronic pain syndromes and the physical discomforts of everyday stresses. A Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) is a recognized healthcare professional who has completed a 2-3 year program and successfully passed provincial examinations. RMTs can provide receipts for service that will be recognized by many extended healthcare benefit plans. It is important to take some time for yourself to unwind and allow your body to heal from regular daily stresses. Vacationing is a wonderful way to take time away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Having a massage while away on vacation is the ultimate relaxation. In-home / on-site Massage Therapy brings the relaxation to a whole new level. Imagine a massage in the comfort of your own home or vacation retreat with the table, linens, and oils brought to you. Afterward throw on a robe, curl up with a good book or just relax in a comfortable chair overlooking the water. You can extend health benefits of the massage by simply continuing to relax. Consider an RMT who provides onsite massage, especially while vacationing along the shores of Rice Lake! Northumberland Mobile Massage Therapy is a husband and wife team providing Massage Therapy within Northumberland County since 2000. They can be reached 905-372-2343 or by email at brownrmts@ hotmail.com. 7 Local Theatres The Capitol Theatre (Port Hope) is Canada’s only remaining operational atmospheric theatre. Call 1-800-434-5092 or www.capitoltheatre.com for information. The Northumberland Players (Cobourg) offers dinner theatre, comedic and dramatic presentations, and major musicals. 1-888-811-0003 or visit: www.northumberlandplayers.com. 26 The Westben Arts Festival Theatre (Campbellford) offers renowned artists, full symphony orchestras, choruses, chamber music and soloists 1-877-883-5777 or www.westben.ca. The 4th Line Theatre Company, near Millbrook offers an outdoor theatrical experience. 1-800-814-0055 or visit www.4thlinetheatre.on.ca for info. www.ricelakeinfo.com HARWOOD FISH CULTURE STATION The station is located on County Road 18 in Harwood. Learn how brooding stock creates eggs that turn into fry and fingerlings, helping to stock area recreational fishery each year. The facility is open Monday to Friday (except holidays) from 9am to 4pm. There is a self-guided interpretation centre allowing visitors to see the operation as the workers feed the fish and move them to tanks with similar, larger-sized fish. Lake, rainbow, brown trout along with Atlantic salmon are raised in the facility. AGRICULTURAL FAIRS Experience the fun and tradition that agricultural fairs have to offer. They continue the tradition with games, midway rides, home-craft competitions as well as truck, tractor and horse pulls. Some fairs also have classic and antique car shows and demolition derbies along with livestock shows and competitions. Come and remember when times were slower and simpler. Here is a listing of 2014 local fairs: June 12–15 Aug. 8–10 Sept. 12–14 Sept. 26–28 Millbrook Campbellford Seymour Port Hope Roseneath The Trent-Severn Waterway The Trent-Severn Waterway is a picturesque 386 km (240 miles) connection between the Georgian Bay and Lake Ontario. The route passes through many locks, including two of the highest hydraulic lift locks in the world, one being Lock 21 in Peterborough. The Otonabee River is short in length and is actually two very different rivers. The upper portion runs from Katchiwanooka Lake to Peterborough’s Little Lake, and is surrounded by limestone and cedar lined shores. The lower level travels along treed shorelines to Rice Lake. The Otonabee River is part of the Trent-Severn Waterway system and flows into Rice Lake. Hastings is where Rice Lake flows into the Trent River. Trent-Severn Waterway — 2014 HOURS OF OPERATION May 16 – June 19 Monday – Thursday Friday – Sunday Victoria Day June 20 – Sept. 1 Monday – Thursday Friday – Sunday July 1, August 4, and Sept. 1 Sept. 2 – Oct. 13 Monday – Thursday Friday to Sunday Thanksgiving Day www.ricelakeinfo.com Daily Opening Last Lockage 10:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 10:00 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 4:00 pm 5:00 pm 5:00 pm 5:00 pm 6:00 pm 6:00 pm 4:00 pm 5:00 pm 5:00 pm 27 Rice Lake Trivia Rice Lake Tourist Association was established in 1949 SELECTED AREA ATTRACTIONS CANADIAN CANOE MUSEUM Take a journey through Canada’s past as you explore the world’s largest collection of canoes and kayaks. See how ancient Aboriginal design transformed into today’s cedar strip canoe, developed over the 19th century by the Kawartha’s many famous canoe companies. Exhibits tell the story of Aboriginal, French and British cultures, taking you on a journey through a Mi’kmag encampment, an original 1876 trading post, the voyageur era, mapping expeditions and much more. 910 Monaghan Road, Peterborough. PETERBOROUGH LIFT LOCK Billed as the world’s highest hydraulic lift lock, this engineering wonder, is essential to the Trent-Severn Waterways pleasure boat traffic. Located at Hunter Street and Ashburnham Drive in Peterborough it is lock number 21 in the Trent-Severn system and works as a water elevator. Boats enter one of the two water-filled chambers, then taking 10 minutes the lock heaves the equivalent of two football fields full of water up and down 65 feet, joining two water paths. An interpretive centre is located a short walk from the lock. The Peterborough Lift Lock is one of Canada’s National Historic Sites. PETERBOROUGH LITTLE LAKE MUSICFEST The Musicfest runs from late June to August and is free to everyone. Events happen at Del Crary Park, on Little Lake in downtown Peterborough every Wednesday and Saturday evening, 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Just bring your lawn chair and listen to one of the concerts performed by renowned rock, folk, country and blues artists. The park is located on George Street south of downtown Peterborough. 28 PETERBOROUGH CENTENNIAL MUSEUM Explore Peterborough’s past going back over 100 years. The museum site on Armour Hill, one of the highest points in the Peterborough Drumlin Field. The grounds are a wonderful place to picnic while enjoying the view. Inside the Museum visitors can learn about the Peterborough area — its history, people, industry and pastimes. The Museum has over 25,000 artifacts ranging from century old textiles to military items to fossils. Permanent displays and temporary exhibits are set up on the premises. Located at 300 Hunter Street just west of the Peterborough Lift Lock. LANG PIONEER VILLAGE MUSEUM Celebrate the rural history of Peterborough County and experience the past. The village represents the rigors of pioneer life from 1800 to 1900. Friendly villagers in period costume carry out their daily chores and demonstrate pioneer trades and crafts. There are over 20 restored, historic buildings from the early days of Peterborough County. The Village is located 10 km east of Peterborough on Cty. Rd. 34, just north of Keene. WORLD’S FINEST CHOCOLATE FACTORY During the week stop by and visit the chocolate gift shop and enjoy the sites and smells of the “world’s finest” in Campbellford. HASTINGS LOCK 18 This is where Rice Lake flows into the Trent River. When walleye season opens in May, fishermen gather early to secure their place on the Hastings bridge. www.ricelakeinfo.com LOCAL BOOKS Rice Lake Trivia The Trent-Severn Waterway connects Georgian Bay and Lake Ontario Local Pioneer Living Brought to Life Sisters of the Wilderness – the Lives of Susanna Moodie and Catharine Parr Traill Charlotte Gray Can you imagine living in the early 1800s? How would you have coped in a country you thought would be “the land of hope; here everything is new; ... they must keep advancing ...” only to arrive from England to discover yourself standing in “the land of stumps” on the Rice Lake Plains, south shore of Rice Lake, north of Cobourg. Sisters In the Wilderness – the Lives of Susanna Moodie and Catharine Parr Traill a book written by Charlotte Gray in 1999 has brought these two pioneering sister writers to life, detailing their respective emigration from England to Canada in 1832 and living in the Lakefield, Peterborough, and Rice Lake areas. Charlotte Gray follows their lives as they struggle with the pioneering way of life in rural Ontario in the early 1800s. The two youngest girls of a family of eight (6 girls, 2 boys), Catharine and Susanna, lived a comfortable life in rural Suffolk, England. With opposite personalities, Susanna, a year older, was “red-haired and shorttempered” while Catharine was a cheerful, loving child with a sunny and confident disposition. Gray describes their lives in wilderness Ontario, offering insight into how each woman sees and handles the extreme hardships they encountered. Catharine Parr Strickland Traill was born in London, England in 1802 to Thomas and Elizabeth Strickland. Five of her seven siblings became writers. Author Charlotte Gray “breathes new life into two remarkable characters and brings us a brilliantly clear picture of life in the backwoods and clearings of Upper Canada”. Using correspondence and personal papers of Susanna and Catharine along with meticulous research, the author reveals the difficult lives of both sisters as they coped in the wilds of Ontario. Sisters in Two Worlds Michael Peterman This visual biography takes an informative new look at two of his country’s seminal writers, Susanna Moodie and Catharine Parr Traill. Containing two hundred colour and black-and-white images, some neverbefore published, the book chronicles the lives of two exceptional and inspirational women and captures a remarkable tapestry of life in early Canada. Their childhood was spent in a manor house in the Suffolk www.ricelakeinfo.com countryside. But in 1832 the aspiring young authors Susanna and Catharine crossed the Atlantic to embark on new lives, raising families in the strange and unfamiliar backwoods of Upper Canada. By the light of homemade candles, the sisters wrote about their experiences, producing such enduring classics as Roughing it in the Bush and Catharine’s beautifully illustrated books on Canadian plants and wildflowers were the first of their kind. Author Michael Peterman is Canada’s foremost Moodie/Traill scholar. 29 Rice Lake Trivia Peterborough’s Lock 21 is among the highest in the world Quick Fun Recipes Double Cheese & Bean Nachos Ingredients 4 cups small round corn tortilla chips 1 cup refried beans ½ cup salsa 2 tblsp pickled jalapeño slices, drained, chopped ½ cup chopped green onions (8 medium) 2 cups (8 oz) shredded Mexican cheese blend Directions •Heat oven to 400°F. Line 12-inch pizza pan or 15x10x1-inch pan with foil; spray with cooking spray. Spread half of chips evenly on pan. •In small bowl, mix refried beans and salsa. Drop about half of mixture by small spoonfuls over chips.Top with half each of jalapeño slices, onions and cheese. Repeat layers ending with cheese. •Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve immediately. •Layer the nachos on a microwavable plate; microwave on Medium for 2 to 4 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Fresh chopped jalapeño chilies can be substituted if you like. Microwave Dill Tater Snacks Ingredients 3 slices lean bacon 10 small red potatoes, unpeeled, halved (about 1½ lb) ½ cup reduced-fat sour cream 2 tblsp sliced green onions (2 medium) 1 tsp chopped fresh dill weed Dash pepper ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese Fresh dill weed or parsley, if desired 30 Directions •Cook bacon in microwave as directed on package. Cool slightly. Crumble; set aside. •Place potatoes, cut side down, in 12x8-inch (2-quart) ungreased microwavable dish. Add 2 tablespoons water. Cover tightly with microwavable plastic wrap. •Microwave on High 9 to 12 minutes or until tender, rotating dish 1/4 turn halfway through cooking. Let stand 3 minutes. Drain; cool slightly. •In small bowl, mix sour cream, green onions and 1 teaspoon dill weed. Turn potatoes over. If necessary, trim thin slice off rounded bottom of each potato half to make potatoes stand upright. Top each with dollop of sour cream mixture; sprinkle with bacon. Sprinkle each with pepper and Parmesan cheese. Garnish with fresh dill weed or parsley. If 12x8-inch dish will not fit in your microwave oven, use a microwavable pie plate, and cook half the potatoes at a time. Microwave on High 6 to 8 minutes or until tender. www.ricelakeinfo.com 6 www.ricelakeinfo.com 31 Rice Lake Trivia Rice Lake was named for the wild rice growing along its shallow shores ACCOMMODATIONS # Locator numbers The red-dot numbers found in each ad corresponds to the advertiser’s location on the Rice Lake and Area Map found on pages 20 and 21. 1 4 32 www.ricelakeinfo.com 2 8 9 14 www.ricelakeinfo.com 33 10 34 www.ricelakeinfo.com 11 www.ricelakeinfo.com 35 12 15 16 36 www.ricelakeinfo.com 2014 Rice Lake Tourist Association Members Alpine Resort Roseneath 905-352-2621 Glengary Cottages Roseneath 905-352-2181 Rhinos Roadhouse Bewdley 905-797-2744 Sunset Cove Resort Roseneath 905-352-2157 Anglers’ Retreat Keene 705-295-6837 Golden Beach Resort Roseneath 905-342-5366 Sandy Bay Cottages Hastings 705-696-2951 Sunshine Cove Resort Keene 705-295-4224 Bellmere Winds Golf Club Keene 705-295-3673 Hastings Marine Hastings 705-696-2366 Sandy Shore Cottages Harwood 905-342-5203 Tam-Bir Cottages Harwood 905-342-5660 Bewdley Cottage Resort Bewdley 905-797-3081 Camp Cherokee Keene 705-295-4404 Curtis Point Cottages Roseneath 905-352-2229 Elmhirst Resort Keene 705-295-4591 Highland View Resort Keene 705-295-6697 Lang’s Resort Roseneath 905-352-2308 Lured Away Cottages Hastings 1-877-283-6015 Muskie Bay Resort Roseneath 905-352-2221 www.ricelakeinfo.com Silver Leaf Lodge Bailieboro 705-939-6661 Southview Cottages & RV Park Bailieboro 705-939-6761 Suni Vale Cottages Roseneath 905-352-3788 Sunrise Tourist Trailer Park Bewdley 905-797-2456 Tower Manor Lodge Bewdley 905-342-2078 Twin Cedars Cottages Hastings 705-696-3127 Whispering Pines Keene 705-295-6857 Willowood Cottages Roseneath 905-352-2821 37 INDEX TOURIST AREAS Alnwick/Haldimand Township 11 Hamilton Township 14 Hastings 15 Millbrook 16 Northumberland County 10 COTTAGES Adventure Bay 33 Alpine Resort 36 Camp Cherokee 33 Elmhirst’s Resort 32 Golden Beach Resort 34 Lured Away Cottages 15 Muskie Bay Resort Inside back cover Sandy Bay Cottages 36 Silver Leaf Cottages 32 Southview Cottages Back cover Suni-Vale Cottages 33 Sunset Cove Resort 35 Sunshine Cove Cottage Resort Inside front cover Tam-Bir Cottages 33 Tower Manor Lodge 31 Trent River Cottages 15 Twin Cedars 36 Victoria Inn 26 FISHING Rice Lake Road and Fishing Map 20 GOLF COURSES Baxter Creek Golf Club 9 Oakland Greens Golf Club 9 INNS Victoria Inn 38 26 MARINAS Hastings Village Marina 15 RESTAURANTS Elmhirst’s Resort 32 Golden Beach Resort 34 Rhinos Roadhouse 13 Victoria Inn 26 RIDING STABLES Elmhirst Resort 32 SPECIALTY SHOPS Alderville Indian Craft Shop Bear Essentials 16 Oasis Boutique 16 THEATRE 4th Line Theatre 13 16 TRAILER PARKS Alpine Resort 36 Golden Beach Resort & Trailer Park Southview Cottages Back cover Sunset Cove Resort 35 Tower Manor Lodge 31 34 OTHER Agricultural Fairs 27 Area Attractions 28 Local Markets 17 Rice Lake Road and Fishing Map 20 Rice Lake Tourist Association 37 Roseneath Carousel 12 Trent-Severn Hours 27 www.ricelakeinfo.com 13 5