OASTLER LAKE RESIDENTS 2010 EVENTS and UPDATE  May 4 2010

Welcome to all residents of Oastler Lake. Summer has begun and with it plans for vacations, retreats, family times and all that is included with Lake living activities.
UPDATES
Successful events in 2009 were 2 coffee times June at the Taylor’s and Sept. the Marsland’s . July Annual Mtg. at the Oastler Provincial Park, and a well attended Barbeque in August ( organized by the Taylor’s and Hill’s.)
 
Annual Mtg. July 2009 -
Dave Minas reported on the Seguin Township’s need for updates to the Official Plan. ( Bruce Gibbon was unable to attend.)
Marj. Knight distributed our Lake maps and continues to update our web site www.oastlerlake.com
Jack Waring gave the treasurer’s report and it was agreed  to have the 2009 membership cover 2009 and 2010. All were thanked for their support - 40 paid members for 2009!
Debi Allen from Seguin Township gave an excellent presentation on Waste Management, with handouts. Lots of discussion followed.
Oastler Lake is accumulating trash, lots to clean along shore in spring and at other times especially at the boat launch. Possible sources were identified!
Actions - Snowmobile Run on Oastler - Brian Bannerman
Oastler Lake Prov. Park - Lynda re ? article into summer Newspaper for boaters and garbage.
Bartlett Springs boat Launch - Debi to follow up re signage to decrease trash.

We appeal to all of you to maintain an environmental sensitivity. Help us reduce the trash in our Lake! It’s “doing the right thing when no one is looking!”
Although we have had no official chair Lynda Marsland continued to keep communications open and all on email have been receiving memos from Township and other Association happenings to keep up with changes/current issues.

INTRO: Oastler Lake Provincial Park
As summer approaches, we are gearing up for another exciting season at Oastler Lake Provincial Park.

The park shares the concerns of the Oastler Lake Cottagers Association regarding the spreading of invasive species.  New cautionary signage will be introduced at the park boat launch and this article has been published in the Oastler Lake and The Massasauga Provincial Parks 2010 park tabloid.  This message should reach an additional 62 000 visitors this season.

Park Visitors, How Can You Help Stop the Spread of Invasive Species?

Invasive Species are one of the greatest threats to the biodiversity of Ontario’s waters, wetlands and woodlands.  Invasive species such as zebra mussels, garlic mustard, and rusty crayfish can out compete native plants and animals and can have a devastating impact on our Provincial Parks.  Invasive species can hitch a ride on your boat or recreational gear.  Whether you are enjoying recreational activities on the water or on land, please take the following actions to limit the spread of invasive species.

• INSPECT, CLEAN and DRAIN all water craft after each use
• REMOVE mud and plant material from your hiking shoes, clothing and recreational equipment
• BUY and  BURN local firewood only
• DISPOSE of unwanted bail on land only

For more information please visit www.invadingspecies.com

Mike Foley,
Superintendent, Oastler Lake Provincial Park

Oastler Lake Provincial Park
Then and Now...
Much has changed since Andrew Oastler landed in Canada from Scotland in 1869. Oastler Lake Provincial Park was regulated as a Provincial Park in 1967 and was a tribute to William Oastler (son of Andrew) for his contributions of many years on the council of Foley Township.

With an annual visitation of over 40,000 per year, Oastler Lake Provincial Park continues to be a destination for campers in the Parry Sound area. With an average length of stay at 3.7 days per visit, the visitors to Oastler Lake contribute well in excess of one million dollars to the local economy annually.