Oakview Lodge and Marina

05/17/2026

Not sure you’d be able to miss this floater, but it’s got to be one of the biggest I’ve seen in the last 11 years, just out from the Little Hawk landing.

04/30/2026

Warning: Toxic Drug Supply in Haliburton County

Lakelands Public Health Noting Increase in Suspected Drug Poisonings in Haliburton

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(April 29, 2026) – Lakelands Public Health is issuing an alert due to a high number of suspected drug poisonings related to Paramedic Service calls reported in Haliburton County. The substance of concern is suspected to be opioids. Multiple doses of Naloxone may be required.

It is important to be aware that the unregulated drug supply may be contaminated with other substances. Naloxone should be used in all suspected drug overdoses, due to the possibility of opioid contamination or poisoning. Free Naloxone Kits are available at all Lakelands Public Health offices, participating local pharmacies, and other local agencies.

Signs of an opioid overdose may include:
• very small pupils
• slow or no breathing
• cold and clammy skin
• blue or purple fingernails or lips
• snoring or gurgling sounds
• heavy sedation, difficulty being woken up

Anyone who sees a person experiencing a drug poisoning is urged to intervene. Call 9-1-1, give the person naloxone, and start rescue breathing and, or chest compressions. The Good Samaritan Act protects anyone trying to help in an emergency from possible legal repercussions. The Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act also helps protect people on the scene of an overdose from being charged for using or possessing drugs for personal use.

Lakelands Public Health recommends the following harm reduction practices:
• Keep multiple naloxone kits on hand.
• Test a small amount of the drug before you use it.
• Use new supplies and access needle disposal bins to reduce harms associated with substance use.
• Don't use alone - Call the National Overdose Response Service (NORS), virtual safe consumption, at 1-888-668-NORS (6677) or use a buddy system and call a friend.
• Call 9-1-1 if an overdose is suspected.

Support:
• Call or text 9-8-8 Su***de Crisis Helpline, a 24/7 su***de or emotional distress hotline if needed.
• Substance use counselling and treatments are offered through:
Rapid Access Addiction Medicine (RAAM) Clinics https://www.lakelandsph.ca/classes-clinics-and-supports/harm-reduction-supplies-and-supports/ or
Four Counties Addiction Services Team (Fourcast)
https://www.fourcast.ca/

For more information on opioids and naloxone visit LakelandsPH.ca/naloxone

04/28/2026

Found this Yamaha key when we were tidying up the edges of our property. Send us an email ([email protected]) if you think it’s yours.

04/27/2026

Crazy still; crazy beautiful light.

Photo credits to Greg. 😉

04/25/2026

No ice in sight, from Little Hawk landing. Sounds like there’s still a bit on Big Hawk.

04/24/2026

Huge progress with the wind last night. Looks like our end will be open by the end of the day. Whoop! Whoop!

If all goes as planned and the weather is calm, the ramp should be reconnected by the end of the weekend. Currently, our dock remains in accessible and off-limits.

04/22/2026

The lake is “greying up” nicely.

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day, today and every day!
We must constantly think about the intentional choices we make. 🌱🌎❤️

04/21/2026

Good bye government crib. 👋

12/25/2025