Sturgeon Point Association

Bulletin – Recent Burglaries in Sturgeon Point

Victor — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 02:45:00 +0000

This note is to inform Sturgeon Point residents and cottagers that there were several burglaries in Sturgeon Point during the week of January 9th. The burglaries resulted in electronics being stolen and doors and windows being broken. It is possible that some or all of these burglaries happened in a single day and are related as part of a single multiple-site event.

The OPP have stepped up their patrols in response to these events. SPA is in communications with the OPP to explore the possibility of initiating a “Cottage Watch” or similar program. We’ll keep you posted on this initiative.

Regrettably, Sturgeon Point has seen this kind of activity in the past. There are several actions we can all take in order to help safeguard our properties

Be alert to suspicious vehicles and activities. Don’t be afraid to notify the police if you think something looks wrong.
Communicate with your neighbours. Let them know about your plans, including visits by contractors and service people.
Have someone check in on your property in your absence.
Make sure that someone has a phone number where you can be reached in case you need to be contacted.
Make sure that someone has a key to your cottage in case they or the police need access when investigating the state of your property.

Here are the OPP phone numbers you may want to have handy:

Emergencies: 911

Police Dispatch: (888) 310-1122 (to request the presence of an officer, report a crime, etc):

Lindsay OPP Office: (705) 324-6741 [Follow up, request information, general enquiries, etc.]

Sturgeon Point in the News

Upper Wharf

Patricia — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 13:47:08 +0000

In the quietness of the fall, there have been some busy guys around working on the Upper Wharf area. W. G. Jackett & Sons have installed natural stone stairs at the Upper Wharf to make it more accessible for everyone in Sturgeon Point. Below is a before and a few after pictures.

The majority of the work has been completed, but there is more to do. We are hoping that everything will be finished by the spring.

There will be a stair railing installed, the posts (also called “bollards”) are to be replaced, and general beautification with plants and flowers to be done in the spring.

Next time you are near the Upper Wharf – check out the new steps. We would love to hear what you think of them. And please let us know if you would like to help with the beautification in the spring!

Rain Shelter on the Upper Wharf

Sturgeon Point Shinny

Patricia — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 03:18:12 +0000

Well, it looks like it might be a green Christmas this year in Sturgeon Point. That also means no skating on the lake.

Fortunately, the annual Sturgeon Point Shinny is happening again!

Here are the dates, times, & places:

Wednesday Dec 28: 2-4 PM – Bobcaygeon Arena
Thursday Dec 29: 3-5 PM – Fenelon Falls Arena
Friday Dec 30: 3-5 PM – Fenelon Falls Arena

For those of you who haven’t participated before, we use 2/3′s of the rink for shinny and 1/3 for recreational skaters, little ones and UN observers. We play 5 minute periods split between younger skaters (roughly 12 and under) and the rest of the motley crew. This keep the little ones out of harms way and the old guys get a break every five minutes to catch their breath.

Please share them with anyone you think that might be interested in joining in the fun and games.

This a great deal, just $20 for families $10 for singles / day.

Having seen the pace of play in years gone by, we recommend the use helmets for one and all. Trust me you won’t be the only one out there sporting protection.

See you on the ice.

Special thanks goes out to Larry Thomas who has been instrumental in the organization of this fun event each year.

More information can be found on our facebook page or calendar.

Halloween Photos!

Patricia — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 03:01:31 +0000

Sorry it has taken so long to post this.

Dave Lightbound took some amazing photos of the Halloween festivities in Sturgeon Point. Check out his website to see more! Halloween Photos

Pumpkins in the Park!

Patricia — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:49:09 +0000

Decorating has started for the Halloween festivities on Saturday, October 29th.

Party in the Park – 10am to noon

Trick or Treating – 5:30pm. Drop by the park either in the morning or at 5:30pm to get the trick or treating map.

Hope everyone is planning on attending!!!

Thanks to Paul Wroe for the amazing pumpkins!

Sturgeon Point History Project has started a blog!

Patricia — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 15:02:13 +0000

The Sturgeon Point History Project wants to keep the momentum of the project continuing through the winter and thought that starting a blog would do that. As well, it would be a great way to share some of the really interesting things that have come in through the door this summer. So many people of the community have contributed and the archive of images has really grown.

Please check out the blog, make comments and suggestions, and of course – send pictures!

http://stpthistoryproject.blogspot.com/

Sturgeon Point Association is on Facebook!!

Patricia — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 14:07:18 +0000

SPA now has a facebook page. Come check it out. It will be another place where we will be posting news and events.

Remember to “like” us, so you will always be updated on what is going on in the community!

Election Results

Patricia — Fri, 07 Oct 2011 14:01:35 +0000

Laurie Scott of the PC party is back representing the Haliburton-Kawartha Lakes-Brock area.

More information can be found on CBC.

October Events!

Patricia — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 02:00:00 +0000

We have a few upcoming events in October:

Annual Thanksgiving Football game – Wisener Cottage (33 Henry Street)
Sunday, October 9 from 2pm to 4pm

Halloween Festivities! Saturday, October 29th
Party in the Park – 10am to noon
Face painting, crafts, pumpkin carving, games and more!

Trick or Treating – 5:30pm
Meet back at the park to join up with your friends for trick or treating on a spooky walk around Sturgeon Point!
Please let us know if we can spook your house with our little goules and boys…….
by emailing patricia@sturgeonpoint.com

Bear Proof your property

Patricia — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 01:31:06 +0000

Cottage Life has written up a few articles on how to bear proof your property.

Good reads, especially now that we have a few cubs wandering around!

How to deal with bears

Good advice for avoiding bears