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Great news!
We’ve added a new “Let’s Get The Lead Out” section to our website.
This area is dedicated to protecting our lakes by reducing lead from fishing tackle and other sources. Ontario’s Common Loon face may threats, lead poisoning is one we can fix quickly through simple tackle swaps, drop-offs, and awareness.
2026 is our year to make a real difference on Drag and Spruce Lakes!
Inside you’ll find safe tackle alternatives, why lead harms our fish and wildlife, local sponsors, drop-off locations, easy ways to get involved and videos showing the impacts.
Check it out here: https://www.dragandsprucelakes.ca and navigate on the top to LGTLO
Let’s work together to keep our lakes healthy for generations to come!
Reminder: STR Survey – Your Feedback Matters for Our Lakes This Summer
Summer 2026 is upon us, and STR (Short-Term Rental) usage is expected to ramp up and peak during July and August.
If you haven’t already done so, take a few minutes to complete the Dysart et al Township STR survey. This is a great way to provide your feedback directly to the municipality about how short-term rentals are impacting our lake community.
Take the Survey Here: Dysart STR Survey
For specific complaints or issues, remember to use the STR Hotline 705-809-5589 / str@dysartetal.ca
The more input the municipality receives, the better they can address these matters. Please share this with other lake property owners and complete the survey soon!
Hi DSLPOA Members,
Great news for staying informed locally!
The Highlander has just launched a news and information app for Haliburton County. It delivers reliable, fact-checked local updates, breaking news alerts (road closures, school cancellations, etc.), and important community info directly to your phone—with no comment sections to wade through. They also produce an excellent podcast as another strong community information source.
A quick note on our focus:
As always, DSLPOA’s primary role is advocating for Drag and Spruce Lakes property owners on lake-specific issues (water quality, access, fish lead-free, taxes, etc.).
Please note: Posts that are not directly related to Drag/Spruce Lakes or DSLPOA business will be edited or removed to keep our focus tight. There are many worthwhile Haliburton County community topics and excellent alternative channels (including all local press) to stay broadly informed.
We’re pleased to highlight this latest Highlander initiative as a useful new option.
Visit this online edition for further details on the app, click here The Highlander
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Land Acknowledgement
We respectfully acknowledge that the County of Haliburton is located on Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig territory, and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations, which are Curve Lake, Rama, Hiawatha, Alderville, Scugog Island, Beausoleil and Georgina Island First Nations.
We acknowledge a shared presence of Indigenous nations throughout the area, and recognize its original, Indigenous inhabitants as the stewards of its lands and waters since time immemorial.