Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 248 | 2016 lake StewardS newSletter How you can help Management of nutrient inputs into lakes remains a crucial step in controlling the occurrence and frequency of algal blooms. Your personal actions in support of this effort could range from using phosphate-free products, to naturalizing your shorelinewhichhelpsreduceerosionandphosphorus loading. Reducing phosphorus loading will serve to reduce one of the major predisposing conditions necessary for bloom occurrence. Your stewardship action is of the utmost importance in overall efforts to monitor and track blooms. If you suspect that a blue-green algae bloom is occurring in your lake, take a cautious approach and assume that the bloom may be toxic. Avoid drinking, bathing or swimming in the water. Contact your local health unit and call the Spills Action Centre (416-325-3000 or 1-800-268-6060). For more on how to recognize and report suspected blue-green algae blooms, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/ blue-green-algae As cottagers, you know that storms can happen quickly on the lake. Be ready with these three ways to stay up to date. Download our FREE mobile app Check the status of power outages anywhere in our service area, right from your smartphone or wireless device. HydroOne.com/Mobile Visit our online Storm Center Our online outage map is updated every 15 minutes to let you know the cause of the outage, crew status and when power will be restored. HydroOne.com/StormCenter Sign up for FREE outage notifications We’ll alert you by email or text when the power is out at your property and when it’s restored. HydroOne.com/MyAccount If your power goes out, please call and report the outage to: 1-800-434-1235 For more infromation, visit www.HydroOne.com Partners in Powerful Communities HON_FOCA Ad 2016_Hydro One 16-05-26 8:24 AM Page 1 Want more detail? Take the Plunge with FOCA’s original lake stewardship manual, now updated into a 136-page guide brimming with information. Learn about: • the geology of lakes in cottage-country • the significance of wetlands • the importance of trees and native vegetation on your property • light and air pollution issues, and more! Take the Plunge also includes tips for lake associations on finding and keeping volunteers, developing your communications, and other elements for success. Order a copy from the FOCA office today: info@foca.on.ca or 705-749-3622 The Next Step in Stewardship