HELP FOR OUR WILDLIFE AT THE WOODLANDS WILDLIFE SANCTUARY.

05/26/2011

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I have recently had the opportunity to visit the
Woodlands Wildlife Sanctuary located on Duck Lake Road just outside of Minden where I will be building and donating an outdoor pen for baby racoons to grow and develop.  This wonderful rehabilitation and sanctuary for our smaller wildlife is run by Monika Melichar who is well qualified and experienced in wildlife rehabilitation.  Monika is licenced as a Wildlife Custodian with the Ministry of Natural Resources and also has a migratory bird permit with the Canadian Wildlife Services...
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DON'T FORGET YOUR PETS! PREPARE AN EMERGENCY KIT FOR THEM TOO!

05/26/2011

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emergency kit for pets
Brandy, our ShihTzu/Bijon Frise girl.


Our pets...they are a part of our family and we love them. 
Keep them comfortable and safe during a storm or an emergency too.
Here are some tips to help you prepare for them during an emergency...
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HOW TO PREPARE A STORM EMERGENCY KIT.

05/11/2011

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The key to getting safely and comfortably through a major storm is being prepared.  There are a lot of things to take care of right before a storm hits, like getting the generator ready, securing outdoor furniture or putting it away, securing your boat.  Use this handy checklist to prepare an emergency storm kit to have available at all times and reduce your stress before a storm knowing you're prepared...
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ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY BUG CONTROL IDEAS

05/05/2011

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Are you sick and tired of trying new gimmicks and gadgets to help control the bugs around your home or cottage?  Try these nature friendly ways to help reduce those annoying bugs at your property and help your local nature and wildlife at the same time...
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THE BEARS ARE AWAKE IN HALIBURTON HIGHLANDS!

05/03/2011

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Well, the bears are definitely out of their dens...we had a visitor about 9pm last night.  Our 40 pound sheltie, Buddy, was outside for his last "potty break" and all of a sudden he started barking, snarling and growling in pure rage.  From the first sound, we knew it was not just a squirrel or a racoon...
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HOW TO HELP KEEP BUGS AWAY!

05/03/2011

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Ahhh...spring is here...a wonderful season in the Haliburton Highlands...except for one thing...that means the bugs are on their way.  We can't avoid them, but here are some tips to help take the bulls eye off and make yourself a less tasty target...
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SPRING YARD CARE

04/25/2011

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Even if you enjoy winter, spring is always a welcome sight.  Watching the leaves emerge on trees and shrubs, flowers growing in our gardens and the grass greening up renews your spirit and can give you a burst of energy.  Sometimes, though, after the snow melts the sight that greets us is not always appealing, especially up here in cottage country.
Late-falling leaves, winter branches and tree debris are all common things here in the Haliburton Highlands and can leave your property not looking its best...
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TOP 15 TOOLS FOR YOUR HOME OR COTTAGE TOOLBOX

04/23/2011

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Every home or cottage owner should have a toolbox handy for minor repairs and emergencies.  Put safety first when using tools...a pair of goggles, a dust mask and a pair of protective gloves should all be part of your toolbox in
case they’re needed.

The most expensive tools aren’t necessary for the home or cottage owner’s toolbox.  On the other hand, the cheapest tool out there can cause you more frustration...
remember you get what you pay for... 

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A FEW MORE COTTAGE OPENING TIPS

04/22/2011

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Here are some more things to check and take care of to help make your time at the cottage more enjoyable and safe.  This is the 2nd part of the 2-part series titled Cottage Openings.
Don't worry...these ones are much simpler...
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OPENING YOUR COTTAGE? HERE IS A HANDY CHECKLIST TO HELP MAKE IT EASIER

04/21/2011

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It's that time of year again...time to open up the cottage so you can start enjoying cottage life.
It can be very easy to overlook or miss an important detail of cottage opening...or even not know where to start.  I've created a handy checklist designed to help you.
Even if you don't close your cottage for the winter or if you are a local home owner, these tips will help you get your property ready for spring and summer up here in the beautiful Highlands.

Are you ready?  Here we go...
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