New park dedicated along Buckhorn waterfront
The land has been there waiting for a caregiver. Mayor Bev Matthews told those gathered that it was a special dream of the municipality for many years to care for this land as part of the Buckhorn waterfront. When the land became available at an affordable price that dream became possible.
The Economic Development Committee of Trent Lakes – Lynn Holtz, Adele Arbour, Bev Matthews, Dick Persson, Christine Brickman, Matt Logan, David Rivers, Ruth Leblanc, Amanda Payne – developed a plan. Everyone liked it. Parks and Rec did a great job making the plan a reality. Picnic tables are in place for families to enjoy. Kayak stands are coming in the spring.
Many ideas for naming the land between Mainstreet Landing and the Buckhorn General Store were suggested by the community.
Ann Taylor of the Curve Lake Cultural Centre suggested Ode’naang, the Ojibwa name meaning heart of the community. That name was chosen.
Before the opening Chief Phyllis Williams went around the property with a cedar smudge hoping that the creator was listening and that the land would be cared for. Dr. Keith Knott talked about the spiritual connection with water and the importance of waterways to the life of the Ojibwa. Camps were by the water. Rice which sustains life grows in the water. Water insects sustain the muskrats. Water is necessary for life to occur and to be maintained. Dr. Knott ended with prayer being thankful for everything in God’s creation.
Those gathered were invited to lunch including hot dogs, cake and bannock and to become familiar with this restored property.
Ed Dewhurst, candidate
Ed Dewhurst is a candidate for councillor from the Harvey Ward. He has lived in Trent Lakes for 35 years having worked in building and construction. He was a volunteer firefighter for 18 years. He is honest trustworthy and reliable.
Dewhurst believes in caring for our community and protecting its environment. He stands behind economic growth. Dewhurst is quoted as saying, “I believe in keeping our community a safe and better place to work and live.”
Ed asks the voters to allow him to work for them. “I will be responsible and respectful while representing you and our community. I am hard working, dedicated and here for you. Let’s work together by electing ME as your councillor for Trent Lakes.”
Ed invites you to call him at 705-731-7643 or email fordboy.ed@gmail.com
The Land Between
The Land Between National Charity invites you to their open house AGM and movie showing on Thursday from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Haliburton Highlands Outdoors Association and hatchery (6712 Gelert Road) My First Shot is a film that chronicles the experience of Erin Carmody, a young woman who hails from Los angles, with a Masters degree in Environmental Science and a former vegan, as she attempts hunting for the first time with folks from Haliburton and Curve Lake first Nation. It is an endearing and inspiring short film which builds new bridges of understanding and cultivates friendship.
A brief overview of projects and endeavours of TLB will be showcased in this free event.
Calendar
WORKSHOP: New Venture Workshop, Sept. 26 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at St. Matthews/St. Aidan’s Anglican Church, 1946 Lakehurst Road in Buckhorn.
DINNER: Community Spaghetti dinner, St. Matthew-St. Aidan Anglican Church, 1937 Lakehurst Road in Buckhorn, Tuesday, September 25 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Please call 705657-2572 to reserve.