from the FOCA web site

Federation of Cottagers Association (FOCA)

FOCA is an incorporated non-profit organization serving as an information centre, providing assistance and leadership to Ontario's cottage associations and to our individual members.

For over 45 years, FOCA has been dedicated to supporting the interests of Ontario's cottagers.  This is accomplished by assisting local member associations, and by representing the interests of waterfront property owners.

FOCA promotes sustainable waterfront communities by encouraging positive environmental stewardship, supporting strong community leadership, and through promoting fair and equitable public policy.

The KLRA is an Association Member of FOCA.  Because of this, members of the KLRA benefit.  As an example, your cottage insurance may be cheaper because you are a KLRA member and a FOCA association member.

Check it out at http://www.foca.on.ca/

Greater Gravenhurst Residents Association

http://ggra.ca/

Muskoka Heritage Foundation

The Foundation is committed to the preservation and conservation of the history, culture, environment, and quality of life that defines the unique identity of Muskoka.
http://www.muskokaheritage.org

Toronto Zoo Adopt-a-Pond

The Adopt-A-Pond Wetland Conservation Programme provides teachers, students and community groups with information resources and educational opportunities to conserve, restore and create wetland habitats.

http://www.torontozoo.com/AdoptAPond/

Fire Rating

Planning to have a fire on your shore?  Check here for the current fire rating.

http://deplans.com/fire/ratings

Kahshe Lake on facebook

Kahshe Lake is AMAZING! (created by Lauren Kehl)

Fisheries and Oceans Canada

DFO has a number of publications available, called primers.  They cover topics like fish habitat, docks, and shores.  Here's a link to an example: The Shore Primer - Ontario Edition.

Town and District

Gravenhurst

Municipal office - 190 Harvie Street, Gravenhurst P1P 1S9

Website - www.gravenhurst.ca

District of Muskoka

Municipal office - 70 Pine Street, Bracebridge, ON  P1L 1N3

Website - www.muskoka.on.ca