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Radon, again -detection

Good morning, all. There has been a lot in the news lately about Radon lung cancer deaths in Canada. As you might know, I’ve addressed this subject on this site a few times. Please see: Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer after smoking. Radon is a daughter formed by the decay ofContinue reading “Radon, again -detection”

Propane and Cold Weather

There are always concerns about losing the propane supply when the temperatures get well below freezing. Hopefully these notes will help understand the situation a bit better in the cases of a closed propane tank feeding appliances such as a furnace, a water heater, a generator, or a BBQ. It is pretty cold, and someContinue reading “Propane and Cold Weather”

Chandos Main Lake Ice-in 2025/26

Happy New Year all! The ice came to the main lake early this year, on December 30, 2025. It is not very often any more that this happens before the start of the new year. The snowmobilers should be happy! An historical graph can be found at Chandossier.com here. Keep safe! Keep warm! But getContinue reading “Chandos Main Lake Ice-in 2025/26”

Chandos Lake Low Water Level Report

Hi folks, It has been a long time between posts……I hope everyone is doing well and that your days are are merry and bright…… The topic of low lake water levels is of strong interest these days. Of course, the main issue is the lack of precipitation, but the less obvious result of this isContinue reading “Chandos Lake Low Water Level Report”

Radon Mitigation now in the Ontario Building Code

As many visitors to this site know, there is a tab discussing the issue of Radon gas being a concern in the Canadian Shield. It is the number one cause of Lung Cancer after smoking, and anyone living on Chandos year round should be aware of the their Radon levels. In Ontario, new builds areContinue reading “Radon Mitigation now in the Ontario Building Code”

Am I Allowed a Rant?

Well, if you’ll indulge me, I have a couple of things to beat the drums on. The First is Water Bombers. Apparently during WWII Canada built 1 Lancaster bomber a day as part of its war effort. Let’s muster the same sort of urgency and commitment to fight our national forest fire threat! It isContinue reading “Am I Allowed a Rant?”

Today 10:00 AM!

Please if you are free, come out and support this fire-preparedness initiative at Gilmour Bay Marina! much thanks, Geoff

CLPOA Fire Preparedness and Pump Demonstration, Sunday July 6, 10:00 AM at GBM

Hello all, The CLPOA Environment Committee is hosting a Fire Preparedness meeting at Gilmour Bay Marina on Sunday, July 6 at 10:00 am. Please see the complete agenda here. 2 different types of personal fire pumps will be demonstrated. As well, The North Kawartha Fire and Rescue Service (NKFRS) will be in attendance to talkContinue reading “CLPOA Fire Preparedness and Pump Demonstration, Sunday July 6, 10:00 AM at GBM”

Chandos Fish Count Survey 2025

Hi folks, We are going to carry out another Fish Count Survey this summer. Please click here to see more info. The survey will be conducted from Thursday July 31 to Thursday Aug 7,2025. One of our aims this time around is to start focusing more on the species caught. More promotion will occur inContinue reading “Chandos Fish Count Survey 2025”

A note on the Ice-Out Date and a primer on ice formation

Notes on Ice-Out at Chandos Historically, for the last 40 years or so, we have declared “Ice-Out” based on The Main Lake appearing to be ice free. It is apparent, especially this year, that it is not a perfect proxy for the entire lake. As you know Chandos has 3 major bays (Gilmour, South, West)Continue reading “A note on the Ice-Out Date and a primer on ice formation”