President’s Update Spring 2026
Spring has arrived, but has it sprung? The ice has officially disappeared from the lake. Like many families, we are keen to get to our water access cottage and start the season. Kahshe’s water levels are very high, although they have receded a few feet from where they were in mid-April. It is a direct contrast to how we left the cottage last fall.
I hope everyone finds their cottage, docks, and platforms only mildly affected by the high water. Last week, we found our swimming platform had been released from the anchors, but thankfully, it is sitting very close to our shoreline, tethered to a tree. I guess this is an opportunity to put it in a new spot for the season and double-check that our last name and address have been visibly marked on our raft.
Over the winter, the KBLA has been busy getting ready for the 2026 cottage season.
Annual General Meeting Moves to Kahshe Lake
The KBLA extends a heartfelt thank you to the Schleese family for welcoming the association to their Tack Building to host the 2026 Annual General Meeting. The Schleeses moved here about five years ago and have been thoughtfully restoring the historic barn and surrounding outbuildings, breathing new life into a space rich with character and history, preserving its past while carefully reimagining how it can be experienced today by the community.
Please note the space is still undergoing renovations. We hope to see many of you at this exciting new facility steps away from the lake.
- Saturday, June 27th, 2026
- 1153 North Kahshe Lake Road
Sawdust City Beer Collaboration — Order NOW!
Yes, you read that correctly! We are excited to announce that Sawdust City Brewery in Gravenhurst is brewing up a special edition of Kahshe Lake Lager, called The Loon’s Call, this spring. Cases (24 pack of 473mL cans) are available for pre-order directly from the Sawdust City website. Proceeds of the sale will go towards the KBLA’s fundraising efforts.
The artwork features the iconic tree close to Chief Island, East of Denne’s Marina.
- The run has a 40-case minimum, so order ASAP
- Order by May 10th
- Pick up Gravenhurst Sawdust City, Victoria Day weekend or after
- Limited quantities available
Fire Plan
We’re pleased to welcome our new board member, Bobby Blake, who is leading improvements to the lake’s fire and emergency response plan. His work focuses on strengthening awareness and communications across our community and coordinating more closely with the relevant departments and partner organizations. We look forward to sharing progress and outcomes soon — your feedback and guidance are welcome.
Membership Dollars Matter
Don't forget to renew your membership online to support our organization and help our volunteers continue their amazing work for the community. Here are some of the items the KBLA does with your membership dollars:
- Nagaya Beach: garbage disposal, beach maintenance, capital projects, insurance, and property taxes, and Porta-Potty at Denne’s for beach users and other community members during cottage season
- Rockmarkers: install and remove floating, lighted towers, maintain flashing lights on permanent and floating towers, replace/maintain spherical balls, replace/ maintain anchors and chains
- FOCA membership: each KBLA member has access to resources and information from the Federation of Ontario Cottagers, including discounts on Cottage Life magazine
- Nagaya Beach Regatta: provide funding and supply activities, food, and prizes
- Photo Contest: supply prize discounts to Boutique for winners, provide a way to submit photos through our website
- Support Fleafest: supply and run food stand
- Support Housey’s Rapids Picnic: supply barbecue and provide funding
- Town of Gravenhurst: liaise on behalf of the lake community
- Lake Steward: support the monitoring of our lake’s health
- Membership: communicate with members via email and website about issues of importance
- Website: support the KBLA online platform that provides a wealth of information to seasonal and permanent residents
- Support Kermit Long Fishing Derby: Provide prizes
- Boutique: source, design, and provide Kahshe and Bass Lakes merchandise
- Kahshe Lake Land Trust: financially support (donated parcel of land on South Kahshe Lake Rd.)
News
Editorials
Business Highlights
As a business member, it’s easier than ever to get your goods or services in front of our active members.
Want to be featured? Get a business membership here. Want to advertise or title-sponsor one of our events? Please contact marketing@kahshebasslakes.com.
- KBLA Member Vendor List
- Craig Watson Construction—Crafted Without Compromise: Muskoka Custom Cottages and Boathouses
- Cottage Septic—Septic Solutions to Protect Your Cottage, Wallet, and Lake
Upcoming Events
Full Calendar
We encourage active membership for families who want to attend or participate in any events to allow us to continue doing these events in the future.
The 76th Annual Kermit Long Fishing Derby
- Organizers are needed. Please reach out to president@kahshebasslakes.com.
Photography Contest
Sell Your Product at the Regatta
- We are looking for three to four local artisan vendors to set up tables and sell their locally crafted items at the Regatta on August 1st. Please contact President@kahshebasslakes.com with a picture of what you provide so that we can select the lucky artisans. Vendors will be responsible for supplying their own table and tent to position at the event.
Boutique
Exciting new products will be sold at the AGM and events throughout the summer. If you want 15% off boutique items, make sure you are a Premium member.
Merchandise to Pre-Order
Visit our online shop to pre-order. Premium members — please email president@kahshebasslakes.com, and we will set aside the item for you and arrange for the 15% discount to be applied to your order at the time of pickup/payment. Merch will be available for pickup at the AGM and Regatta. (Please be patient as we work through the kinks of setting up an online store.)
For summer 2026, we are excited to offer two LIMITED EDITION items that reflect lake life. This season features the iconic landmark tree from Kahshe Lake on the long-sleeve t-shirts. The hoodies have Kahshe Lake Muskoka embroidery on the front, giving a classic yet comfortable look.
Unisex Long Sleeve T-Shirts
- Adult Dark Gray $40 - sizes range from S to XXL
- Youth Light Gray $30 - sizes range from S to XL
Salt and Pepper Nantucket Hoodies
- Adult $70 - sizes range from S to XXL
- Youth $60 - sizes range from S to XL
KBLA Member Checklist
Annual General Meeting (AGM) Proxy
- If you are unable to attend, please fill out your proxy form here.
Membership Renewal
- Please log in and confirm that your membership is up-to-date. You can no longer renew your membership at the AGM and must do so online. As of Dec 31, 2026, all prior 3-year memberships will have expired.
KBLA Director Application
- We are searching for a Vice President and Fundraising Director for our Board. Join our team! Apply here.
Volunteer of the Year
- Every year, the KBLA wants to show appreciation to our volunteers who go above and beyond to support the community. Members, please go to the website and submit your volunteer of the year nomination for who you would like to have recognized at our June AGM.
Pre Order
- Pre-order your Kahshe Lake beer.
- Pre-order your 2026 Limited Edition Kahshe Lake merchandise.
Memoriams
- If you would like to have a loved one memorialized on our website, please email: marketing@kahshebasslakes.com.