Mid July 2025 updates - ACT NOW!
This issue:
Key survey deadline approaching. Please respond to SAFE QUIET LAKES by July 21
Yoga any one? Looking to bring in a great instructor
Call for new board members
Reminder of key dates, summer events, annual meeting etc
This issue we focus on a few key dates and activities that may be of interest. We will cover more macro and longer term topics in our Civic Holiday edition in preparation for the Annual Meeting.
That will include ongoing work on assured longer term water access and news on the possible- perhaps likely- widening of the hydro corridor. This latter topic flares up every decade, but with all the talk of national interest projects is back and perhaps more real. Also work underway against invasive species. A key benefit of our GBA membership is learning of issues earlier and having access to their political clout and resources. If we have a concern on Blackstone, there has already probably been some work done on it by the GBA.
One piece of good news: In response to considerable public outcry, the funding of the Lake Partner water testing was affirmed by the Ontario government. Here is another opportunity to make sure our voice is heard.
2025 Your Lake Your Views – survey deadline July 21
We are proud to be participating in the 2025 “Your Lakes, Your Views” survey with Safe Quiet Lakes. This survey helps shape boating regulations that affect us: Transport Canada has drafted new boat noise and wakes legislation based on the views expressed by participants in the 2021 survey. It runs every four years and we’re looking forward to building your concerns and ideas into BLCA plans and positions.
By taking this 10-minute survey, you'll be part of a conversation about the future of our lakes and the issues that matter most.
Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts. The survey closes on July 21, 2025, so don't wait - take the survey now and share it with your friends and family networks: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TSLPY8Q.
Please take a moment today to share your views. It is important to hear from everyone! Please pass this along to your friends, family members, and neighbours.
The responses will help to understand the priorities of our members, what people value from their cottage experience, how they use the water and their boating activity concerns.
Results will be shared this fall. Please participate. Your voice is important!
Yoga on Blackstone?
Interested in dock yoga?
We are looking to host a weekend morning practice here at Blackstone, guided by one of the instructors from Balance on the Bay. I’ve been enjoying their sessions in Parry Sound - they run an accessible class that is good for stretch and flexibility.
If you are keen, please respond with your preferred day - Saturday or Sunday. We'll amortize the session cost ($225) over the number of participants, so 10 or so would be ideal. The Cooley/Henhoeffer dock is our proposed location.
Let me know! laurieleeyoung@gmail.com
Phragmites continues to be concern on the bay and our volunteers are tackling an infestation on the road.. More information at AGM.
https://georgianbay.ca/lands-forests/invasive-species/lands-and-forest/
Gotta pay your dues!
An online 2025 dues payment and membership application can be found on our website Electronic contactless payment of annual dues very much appreciated. E-transfer $100.00 to blackstone.lake115@gmail.com. Your dues must be paid to have a legal vote at the AGM or other member meetings.
NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE MEMBERS AND SUBSCRIBERS OF
BLACKSTONE LAKE COTTAGERS ASSOCIATION
Saturday, August 16 at 10:00 am (Blackstone time) at Myrtle Island
9:30 – 9:55 a.m. – Registration
10:00 – 11:45 a.m. – 2025 AGM
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the annual general meeting (the “2025 AGM”) of members and subscribers of the Blackstone Lake Cottagers Assoication (the “BLCA”) will be held at 10:00 a.m. August 16, 2025.
We welcome all expressions of volunteer interest and need to build out our board roster. If you would like to get more involved, please reach out. email to blackstonelakeca@gmail.com by August 1st.
EXPLORE OUR SHORES
Georgian Bay Biosphere Reserve offering
EXPLORE OUR SHORES August 10, tentatively 9:00 a.m. to noon with refreshments. Join us for a paddle on Blackstone Lake as we discuss water quality, fish habitat, stewardship opportunities, and more! Meet on the water in front of the Angler’s Inn.
Catch up on the latest from the Georgian Bay Association and the Federation of Ontario Cottagers. Good info on all kinds of topics.
Add to our mailing list!
ARE WE SENDING TO THE RIGHT EMAIL? Want to add family members?
Your Board of Directors from all parts of the lake:
Kathy Watts, Barbara Metelka, Andy Metelka, Cheryl Ward, Erik Mathiesen
http://www.blackstonelakeassn.ca/index.php/get-involved/board
