Environmental Meeting – This Saturday!!

Saturday July 20nd 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon   Sturgeon Point Church

SPA is hosting the third annual Environment Information Session to present topics we think will be of interest to the residents of Sturgeon Point.  The Kawartha Lakes has a diverse environment from the Canadian Shield to the St Lawrence Lowlands, “The Land Between”, and the quality of this environment is of major importance to us all.  This session will feature the following guest speakers and topics

Mr David Pridham  Kawartha Lakes Conservation  Up-date on the Sturgeon Lake Management Plan

            This is a very ambitious program to document the lake and near-shore characteristics and to develop recommendations that will guide land-use planning in the area.

Ms Samantha Burke  Graduate student Trent University  Benthic macro invertebrates as indicators of water quality plus a brief introduction to the Kawartha Lakes Steward Association document ‘The Algae of the Kawartha Lakes’

            Copies of the ‘The Algae of the Kawartha Lakes’ will be available at the Session.

Samantha will describe how studying the critters in the water tells us a lot about the health of the lake.  There will be a quiz at the end to see how many know what Benthic macro invertebrates are.  Hint  GOOGLE it

Chris Appleton  Treasurer of Kawartha Lakes Steward Association and Resident of Sturgeon Point Outline of the Objectives and Activities of the Kawartha Lakes Steward Association (KLSA)

            KLSA is involved in many interesting environmental studies and programs, such as the Sturgeon Lake Management Plan and is a valuable source of information on the issues and health of our local environment.  

Lucas Tyukodi  Invasive Species Community Outreach Liaison – Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters  Discussion of invasive animals and plants: Rusty Crayfish, Round Goby, Garlic Mustard and Emerald Ash Borer.

175th Civic Regatta – Running & Swimming Races!

This August long weekend, Sturgeon Point will be celebrating that the first Sturgeon Point Regatta was held 175th year ago!

Part of the events held this weekend are the annual Swimming/Water and Running Races.

The Swimming/Water Races will be held on Sunday, August 4th, 2pm at the Public Beach.

The Running/Novelty Races will be held on Monday, August 5th, 10am at the lawn of Swananoa.

We are looking for volunteers to help with races.  If you are interested in being a race judge or can help with water actiities, please let me know!!  [email protected] or 887-1989

Thanks!

Patricia

 

Civic Holiday Regatta 175th Anniversary Swag Reminder

 To help commemorate the anniversary of the regatta this summer we are selling t-shirts and pennants so we can all wear our community pride on our sleeves!

 Pennpennantants are $8 each and are available for pick up or delivery immediately.

 T-shirts are $10 each and must be pre-ordered and paid for at the time of ordering.  Samples are available for sizing (a full range of Men’s, Ladies’ & Youth sizes).  They will be delivered by Civic weekend. 

To order in person, please contact me directly by email ([email protected]) or phone (705-887-3415) so we can arrange to meet.  If you are not at the Point now but would like to purchase swag you can still do so from a distance!  Please call or email and I tshirtwill help you figure out the sizes needed and you can send a cheque by mail. 

 Order deadline is Thursday, July 18th.

 

 

Regards,

Lisa

 

Lisa Vehrs

President
Sturgeon Point Association
[email protected]
705-887-3415

Summer Update

Greetings SPA Members,

Summer is here!  Let the fun begin!

As the kids finish up school and we all gear up for a wonderful season at the Point there are a few things I wanted to share with you today.

First, our upcoming events:

Canada Day BBQ – Sunday, June 30 at 12 pm at the Park In The Woods:

This is a great way to ring in the season and we look forward to having everyone join us in the park to catch up with friends and neighbours old and new!  We will be serving hot dogs, drinks, cake and frozen treats.

As usual, we will have a membership table set up so that you can submit your forms and payment in person.  (Membership form is available at https://www.sturgeonpoint.com/spa-membership/ or you can renew online at https://www.sturgeonpoint.com/membership-registration/ )

We will also be selling Civic Regatta anniversary swag!  (see details below)

Bike swap – Sunday, June 30 at 2pm (Immediately following the BBQ)

Kids grow so fast!  Bring your old bikes to the park to exchange them with other families!

Environment Meeting – Saturday, July 20 at 10am at the Church

We have a wonderful line up of speakers who will be covering a variety of topics:

David Pridham – Kawartha Lakes Conservation – Up-date on the Sturgeon Lake Management Plan

Samantha Burke – Graduate student Trent University – Benthic macro invertebrates as indicators of water quality plus a brief introduction to the Kawartha Lakes Steward Association document ‘The Algae of the Kawartha Lakes’

Chris Appleton – Treasurer of Kawartha Lakes Steward Association and Resident of Sturgeon Point – Outline of the Objectives and Activities of the Kawartha Lakes Steward Association

Lucas Tyokodi – Invading Species Awareness Program – Discussion of local invasive species and how to deal with them.

Second, Civic Holiday Regatta 175th Anniversary Swag:

 To help commpennantemorate the anniversary of the regatta this summer we will be selling t-shirts and pennants so we can all wear our community pride on our sleeves!

A table will be set up at the Canada Day BBQ for pennant purchases and t-shirt orders.

Pennants are $8 each.

T-shirts are $10 each and mtshirtust be pre-ordered and paid for at the time of ordering.  Samples are available for ordering purposes.  They will be available for pick-up/delivery by Civic weekend.

If you are not going to be at the BBQ on June 30th to order in person, please contact me directly by email or phone.  Order deadline is Thursday, July 18th[email protected] / 705-887-3415

 

Third, Church floral donations:

The Church would like everyone to know that they welcome donations of fresh floral arrangements for any church service.  It will be acknowledged at the Sunday service who has donated them and in who’s memory they are presented.

And finally, volunteers needed:

We are still looking for volunteers to help out with events and projects throughout the season.  Please send an email to [email protected] to let us know if you are interested in volunteering. This would be a great way for students to get community hours so let your kids know they can get involved too!

See you around the village!

Lisa

Lisa Vehrs

President

[email protected]