Bell Canada recently constructed a cell tower to the north of Halls Lake which is fitted with both red and white flashing lights in accordance with federal government regulations. Unfortunately, these lights reflect off the surface of Halls Lake with surprising intensity and bounce directly into cottages on the south shore. This is a significant [...]
Invasive Species, and Recreational Boating
Sunday September 25, 2011 By
Invasive Species, and Recreational Boating Waterfront property owners have a role to play in keeping their shorelines healthy. Preventing the sprerad of invading species is an important step. This video provides practical information for anyone in Ontario seeking to use best practices on their waterfront. Please view this information video by the The Federation of [...]
The FireSmart Cottage | Fact Sheet
Tuesday August 16, 2011 By
FOCA encourages landowners to be aware of and protect their homes from forest fires and follow safe burning guidelines for brush and campfires. FireSmart your home with a seasonal checklist: Winter plan the activities you want to do this year to make your property safe and encourage others to do the same. Check your fire [...]
Dark Sky Lighting
Thursday May 6, 2010 By
Property lighting is necessary for safety, security and for the enjoyment of nighttime activities. The objective in promoting dark sky friendly lighting is to balance the ability to see safely at night, the desire to preserve the beauty of the night sky, and the need for energy efficient lighting. Poorly designed or poorly installed lighting [...]
The Night Sky – Darker is Better
Thursday May 6, 2010 By
Originally published in the Haliburton Envirobook (2006), Rick Whitteker provides a fantastic overview on how associations across Halibruton County, including HHLPOA have developed programs to assist in educating the public on the benefits of reducing light pollution. Please view to following link to download the full article (414KB PDF).
Good Neighbour Outdoor Lighting
Saturday May 1, 2010 By
Good outdoor lights improve visibility, safety, and a sense of security, while minimizing energy use, operating costs, and ugly, dazzling glare. Many outdoor lights are poorly designed or improperly aimed. Such lights are costly, wasteful, and distractingly glary. They harm the nighttime environment and neighbors’ property values. And light directed uselessly above the horizon creates murky skyglow — the “light pollution” that washes out our view of the stars. Follow these basic steps to become a good neighbor.
