Water Access Committee Update Fall 2023

Now that we know winter is on its way, I hope you have all been able to reflect on a great summer season. We were all able to socialize more, and the weather was as good as any summer I can remember, even into October!

A few items worth mentioning before many of us close for the season:

New Garbage and Recycling Rules

As water access cottagers, we have become more familiar with the new recycling and garbage drop-off schedules. If you have any concerns and/or recommendations, please let the KLRA know, as the District of Muskoka has offered to make changes to the dates/times if there is a consensus to do so. Personally, we have been dropping off garbage/recycling at the Beiers Road landfill a few times this summer, and it works well as a backup when needed. The staff there is polite and efficient, and it only adds around 10 minutes or so to our drive back to the city.

"Last Chance for Gas" 

This is the message from the marinas on the lake. From now on, there will be no gas station on the lake, which can create some challenges for cottagers, but unfortunately, there is nothing that can be done. The rules for temporary gas tanks are complicated, and the cost of replacing in-ground tanks is completely unreasonable. Canadian Tire and other outlets have simple hand pump systems to help, but I guess we must get creative like we have done with most other issues at the cottage and move forward.

Docks and parking issues seem to have been resolved over the last few years, and I have not heard of any major problems.

Runaway Docks

As we noted this spring, a few docks were wandering around the lake, so make sure your dock sections are anchored properly to avoid this navigational hazard.

Wishing everyone good luck with closing the cottage, storing the boats, and making the most of winter. Stay safe and healthy, everyone. See you on the lake next spring!