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On behalf of City Council and personally, I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you to the Festival of Northern Lights!

We are thrilled you have chosen to visit our wonderful City and take in the great outdoor activities. Strolling around the Festival of Northern Lights with family and friends, and a hot chocolate in hand is truly a memorable event.

This year we are excited to see the unveiling of a brand new computer animated nativity scene that spans a stunning 7 feet high and 35 feet wide. There is going to be wonderful music accompanying it for all to enjoy!

To the organizers, volunteers and sponsors, thank you for your enthusiasm and participation. We value our partnership with the Festival of Northern Lights as we continue to work together to promote this great community event.

I encourage everyone to visit our Tom Thomson Art Gallery, Billy Bishop and Marine and Rail museums, musical events, the Roxy Theatre, or take in an exciting OHL Attack hockey game during the winter season. Whatever your choice, have fun, and enjoy all that Owen Sound has to offer.

Happy Holidays and I look forward to seeing you ‘around the sound’!

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Greetings from Deborah HaswellMayor, City of Owen Sound

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When the lights come on for The Festival of Northern Lights this season, two dazzling, new displays will be illuminated for the first time, both of which are guaranteed to stop traffic, says

Doug McKee, the chair of the committee that runs the annual event now in its 26th year.

While the city’s marquee winter celebration has upwards of 350 light displays strung along the downtown riverfront, the harbor wall and throughout Harrison Park, the addition of a 35-foot-wide, computer-controlled, fully-animated nativity scene and an over-sized, steel-framed snow globe, are set to take the festival to new heights.

“We know both of these displays will be traffic stoppers, when people see them they will want to stop and have a closer look and just enjoy them,” said McKee who has been volunteering with the festival, including three years as committee chair, since moving to Owen Sound nine years ago.

Because of the attention the new displays will attract -- there is also a new, large Jack Frost being unveiled – McKee says placement of them is key.

“We want people to be able to stop and take the extra time to enjoy looking at each display, we don’t want them to feel rushed,” he said, adding that for that reason the nativity scene will likely be on display in Harrison Park. Placement of the other two is still ongoing.

In the last year, the award-winning, volunteer-driven festival has added more than 31 new light displays to its roster, thanks in part to a grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation for its 25th anniversary.

McKee says the festival is always evolving and growing as older displays are either replaced with new, energy-efficient ones, or in the case of the classics, refurbished. Right now more displays are being added to Harrison Park and expansion along the harbour wall is also in the works.

Street-light-hung candy canes and shooting stars have also been spruced up with new lights that will make them appear brighter.

This year the festival runs from Nov. 15 to Jan. 4 with an opening night of entertainment that again will thrill both young and old in the lead up to the official throwing of the switch at 7 p.m., which activates, like dominoes, the light displays along the Sydenham River in the city’s core and beyond.

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In the final ten minutes before they turn on the lights there will be what has also become a tradition, the annual fireworks display.

“The fireworks display is wonderful and it just adds that extra bit of magic to the evening – it is really very special,” said McKee.


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Christmas wreaths are a tradition of the holiday season, and many remain hanging long after our Christmas trees are taken down. But few of us have the time, energy or creativity to make our own, so it’s little wonder that the Festival of Northern Lights’ annual wreath display and auction has become so popular.

The wreaths on display at the Owen Sound and North Grey Union Public Library are donated to the festival by individuals and groups such as the Georgian Bay Gardening Club and sold through a silent auction to raise money for the festival. Last year, the gardening club donated nine wreaths to the festival, raising several hundred dollars in the process.

Gardening club chairperson Marsha Barrow got involved in the wreath project a few years ago when she sold her heritage bed and breakfast estate and was left with a very large supply of garlands and fl owers, which she had formerly used to decorate her B&B for the holidays. Barrow gathered together members of the club and they set about making wreaths for the festival. Each wreath is unique and takes several hours to produce, she says. All the proceeds from the wreath sale are given to the festival.

The garden club has more than 65 members and is involved in many projects in Owen Sound,

including the spectacular Garden on the Bay at the Bayshore Community Centre, the Inglis Falls garden, plus the large planters outside the city library and Tom Thomson Art Gallery. The club helps fund the fl oral displays in downtown Owen Sound in summer and offers bursaries to landscape design and horticulture students. Money is raised through an annual garden tour, plant sales and a trip to Canada Blooms in Toronto. The group’s most recent projects include the festival’s wreath auction and assisting with vegetable gardens maintained by the local Community Mental Health Association.

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What’s On in Owen SoundNovemberNov. 1 Grey-Bruce Concert Choir Touring Ensemble Fundraiser

“Movie Night”Nov. 1-3 Minor Hockey Tournament, Bayshore & Julie McArthur

Regional Recreation CentreNov. 4 Library Preview SaleNov. 5-10 The Great Annual Library Book Sale Nov. 5 Fall Lecture Series: European Discovery,

Grey Roots Museum & ArchivesNov. 6 Family Holiday Fun & Games, Grey Roots Museum & ArchivesNov. 6-23 Les Misérables, Owen Sound Little Theatre, Roxy TheatreNov. 8 Owen Sound Museums Trivia Night 2013,

Owen Sound Royal Legion Branch #6 Nov. 9 Fall Open House, Georgian CollegeNov. 10 Downtown Owen Sound Christmas Open HouseNov. 12 Fall Lecture Series: French VS English,

Grey Roots Museum & ArchivesNov. 15 Festival of Northern Lights Opening Night and Wreath Auction at

Owen Sound Public LibraryNov. 15 Moonlight Magic, Downtown Owen SoundNov. 15-17 Fine Craft Christmas Show & Sale, Grey Granite ClubNov. 16 Kiwanis Owen Sound Santa Claus Parade, 2nd Ave EastNov. 17 Georgian Bay Symphony Concert, Harmony CentreNov. 17 A Very Artsy Christmas Show & Sale,

Harrison Park Community HallNov. 19 Fall Lecture Series: The Canadian Identity,

Grey Roots Museum & ArchivesNov. 23-24 Victorian Christmas Open House, Billy Bishop Home & MuseumNov 23-24 2nd Annual Holiday Tour of HomesNov. 23-24 Pottawatomi Spinners & Weavers Guild Show & Sale,

Owen Sound Public LibraryNov. 26 Fall Lecture Series: From Nationhood to the Present,

Grey Roots Museum & ArchivesNov. 26 Community Night, Georgian CollegeNov. 28 Doghouse Rose & The Royal Crowns, Roxy TheatreNov. 29 Labyrinth Fest, Georgian Shores United ChurchNov. 29-30 Blue Christmas III, Roxy TheatreNov. 30 Grey Roots 6th Annual Holiday Craft SaleNov. 30 Paisley Concert Choir, Blessings of the Season, Harmony Centre Nov. 30 Georgian Bay Children’s Choir, Christmas Around the World,

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DecemberDec. 4 April Wine, Roxy TheatreDec. 6 The Frantics, Roxy TheatreDec. 7 Patsy Cline “Country Christmas”, Roxy TheatreDec. 7 Family Holiday Fun Day, Grey Roots Museum & ArchivesDec. 7 Handel’s Messiah, Harmony CentreDec. 8 Christmastime Concert, Owen Sound City Band and Friends,

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DecemberDec. 14 Moreston by Candlelight, Grey Roots Museum & ArchivesDec. 14 Joe Sealy & Alana Bridgewater, Roxy TheatreDec. 14 Georgian Bay Symphony’s “The Family Christmas Concert,”

OSCVI Regional Auditorium, 4 p.m.Dec. 14 Georgian Bay Symphony’s “Home For Christmas” concert,

OSCVI Regional Auditorium, 7:30 p.m.Dec. 14 Ginger Press Annual Author’s Open HouseDec. 22 16th Annual Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols, Leith ChurchDec. 22 Owen Sound Singers in Accord Benefi t Concert,

St. Andrew’s ChurchDec. 31 Beckett Family New Year’s Concert, Roxy Theatre

JanuaryJan. 11 Banff Film Festival, Roxy TheatreJan. 14 Community Night, Georgian CollegeJan. 16 Tennessee Voodoo Coupe & The Millwinders, Roxy TheatreJan. 21 Community Night, Georgian CollegeJan. 28 Community Night, Georgian CollegeJan. 30-Feb 8 Calendar Girls, Roxy Theatre

February Feb. 1 Beethoven and Borodin, Georgian Bay Symphony, OSCVIFeb. 1 Georgian Bay Sympony’s “Beethoven and Borodin” concert,

OSCVI Regional AuditoriumFeb. 2 Kiwanis Superbowl Party, Bayshore Community Centre.Feb. 15 Mudtown Music & Arts Series, Roxy TheatreFeb. 17 Family Day Winter Fest, Cobble Beach Resort Feb. 17 Family Day Event, Julie McArthur Regional Recreation CentreFeb. 22 Matt Andersen, Roxy Theatre Feb. 28 Tom Thomson Film Festival, Roxy Theatre

MarchMar. 1-2 Tom Thomson Film Festival, Roxy TheatreMar. 7-9 Triple AAA Tournament, Bayshore & Julie McArthur Regional

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Sat. 14 vs Guelph @ 7:30pm

Sun. 15 vs Windsor @ 2:00pm

Wed. 18 vs Sarnia @ @ 7:00pm

Sat. 28 vs Niagara @ 7:30pm

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Wed. 8 vs Barrie @ 7:00pm

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Sat. 22 vs Saginaw @ 7:30pm

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One way to discover the heart of a community is to savour both its food and music. In downtown Owen Sound you can do both at restaurants and cafes that support the local music scene and feature a range of performers, from emerging artists to established bands. The venues are within walking distance of each other, so if you don’t like what you hear at one, you can move on to another. Some play host to ticketed events but none demand a cover charge. Heading to a restaurant with live music is a great way to stretch a dinner into an evening of entertainment, and often a very social one! On a cold winter’s night, what could be better?

Here are some of the restaurants and cafes in Owen Sound that regularly offer live music. Others, such as the Rocky Raccoon Cafe and the River Cafe, host special music acts on occasion. To find out what’s playing on any given night, call the restaurants directly or visit their Facebook pages. Owen Sound Tourism also publishes a “what’s on” listing on Facebook each Thursday – visit www.facebook.com/owensoundtourismandevents.

Jazzmyn’s Tapas and Taps 261 - 9th St. East, 519-371-7736

Jazzmyn’s warm, casual atmosphere and long-standing commitment to the local music scene has made it a popular spot in downtown Owen Sound. “Nothing’s ever too loud here, you can have a drink, dinner and entertainment all in one,” says owner Pam McLay. “Owen Sound has a plethora of talented musicians,” she says, and Jazzmyn’s has been featuring them for more than 13 years. Wednesdays are open jam nights and on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays you are guaranteed to find live music there in the evening, with no cover charge. Jazzmyn’s is open 11:30 a.m. to 2 a.m. Wednesday to Saturday, 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays, and is closed Sundays. Licensed.

Tuscany’s Pub & Eatery 229- 9th St. East, 519-371-8141

Live music is a mainstay of Tuscany’s and a passion of owner Ann Cochrane. Wednesdays are karaoke nights, where you can step up to the mic and belt out your favourite tunes. Saturdays are devoted to blues and jazz, and most Fridays a local band takes the stage. The restaurant is open until midnight seven days a week, serving home-style cooking. Licensed.

The Coach Inn 1005 - 2nd Ave. East (at 10th St. East), 519-376-2262

Undoubtedly Owen Sound’s oldest and most storied watering hole, the former Seldon House hotel has seen over a century of patrons pass through its doors. The Coach Inn serves up pub fare and blues, rock, and country music every weekend. It was recently purchased by new owners and renovations are under way. The Coach is open daily from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., with live music every Friday and Saturday night. Licensed.

Norma Jean’s Bistro 243 – 8th St. East, 519-376-2232

Blues, jazz and occasionally folk are the staples of the music scene at Norma Jean’s, named after the iconic movie star Marilyn Monroe. The full-service restaurant has a cozy

ambience and the audience during shows feels close-knit, says head chef Carter Fraser. Live music is featured a few times a month, beginning at 8 p.m. Thursday, Friday or Saturday nights. Norma Jean’s is open 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday to Saturday, and is closed Sundays. Licensed.

Frog Ponds Cafe 209 – 8th St. East, 519-371-7000

The Frog Ponds Cafe offers a venue for new and emerging artists in a non-licensed, intimate environment. Its casual atmosphere means you can order a latte and freshly baked dessert while listening – really listening – to some great local talent. “This is a place to come and hear music,” says Brent Jeffries. The cafe has been holding concerts for the past two years. It’s open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Friday and 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. Closed Sundays.

The Bleeding Carrot 945 – 2nd Ave. East, 519-270-8570

The Bleeding Carrot, a vegetarian juice bar and cafe, hosts musicians once or twice a month and caters to what owner Jim Ansell calls a “listening audience, not a clink-your-glass-and-cheer crowd.” Performances here are much like house concerts, as the venue holds only 40 people. Most are ticketed events, some in the afternoon. The Bleeding Carrot is open Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed Sundays.

The Harb 332- 8th St. East, 519-371-1115

The Harbour Inn, or the Harb as it’s known, draws people for karaoke nights every Tuesday and features live music about once a month. The bar serves pub-style finger food and is popular among the younger crowd. It’s open 3 p.m. to 2 a.m. Tuesday to Saturday, plus some Sundays on long weekends. Licensed.

See the City of Owen Sound’s Restaurant Guide or visit www.owensoundtourism.ca for a full list of places to eat in Owen Sound.

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In the childhood home of wartime hero William Avery “Billy” Bishop, the Billy Bishop Museum celebrates his amazing life and the Canadian military’s aviation history. On display this winter:

Local HeroesA tribute to the local men and women who took part in the war effort. On display until February.

Innovations of WarDiscover some of the innovations that came about as a result of the Great War and continue to touch our lives. On display until May.

Honouring Our Local VeteransThe 13th Annual Honouring Our Local Veterans event pays tribute to the war veterans of Grey and Bruce counties. On display until January.

Victorian ChristmasCome and see Billy Bishop’s home decorated for the holiday season from Nov. 19 – Dec. 31. Each weekend during this period you can create a timeless seasonal gift or decoration at the museum.

We Are WarriorsLearn about the contributions of the First Nations soldiers to the war effort. Exhibit opens Jan. 19.

High FlightThe history of the Royal Canadian Air Force. Exhibit opens in March.

Weekend ExplorersIn collaboration with the Owen Sound & North Grey Union Public Library, families will have the opportunity to create projects that explore history and science.

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The Tom Thomson Art Gallery The Tom Thomson Art Gallery celebrates Tom Thomson’s expressive nature and his artistic universe through the ongoing Canadian Spirit: The Tom Thomson Experience and other evolving multimedia exhibitions.

Ann Beam: The Engine RoomBeam takes commonplace materials and presents them in epic proportions, drawing upon Eastern and Western cultures. On display until Jan. 5.

Community Curators Select VIThe annual Community Curators exhibit features work from the gallery’s permanent collection selected by members of the public. On display until Jan. 5.

Carl Schaefer: The Sensitive InterpreterA vigorous yet sensitive interpretation of rural southernOntario scenery. On display until Jan. 5.

Close Encounters with the CollectionWith help from staff and volunteers, the gallery updated records of its collection, selecting favourite works for display. Until Jan. 5.

Har-Prakash Khalsa: Turn Towards, Turn AwayHar-Prakash Khalsa utilizes three installation sections dealing with the theme of inner confl ict and the nature of evil. On display until March 23.

Setting: LandBringing together works by four artists that each consider land both a source of inspiration and a setting for enacting stories and experiences. On display until March 23.

AY Jackson and Tom ThomsonFeatured works from the permanent collection that will contrast and compare works by AY Jackson, a Great War artist and Tom Thomson. On display until March 23.

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Grey Roots Museum & ArchivesGrey Roots celebrates the history of Grey County through a variety of engaging exhibits and events.

From Trees to Toothpicks: Kaybee Toothpicks and the Keenan Brothers of Owen SoundMilled from Ontario forests, Kaybee’s unique fl at-style toothpicks were the choice for thousands of North American and European households for over 100 years. On display until June 27.

Saints & Sinners: A Spirited History Explore the role of alcohol in our county’s growth -- from the fi rst settlers to the wild days of Prohibition; from our highly successful breweries to our secretive bootlegging operations and many things in-between. On display until May 7.

Project Passenger Pigeon: Lesson for the Past for a Sustainable FutureThe museum marks the centenary of the extinction of the passenger pigeon that in 1800 more than fi ve billion criss-crossed the skies. The exhibit celebrates this species by including two passenger pigeons from the possible 1,512 examples left in the world. On display from January 2, 2014 – December 23, 2014.

From Slavery to Freedom: African-Canadians in Grey CountyCome learn and celebrate the contributions of the early African-Canadian settlers and their descendants to the growth of Grey County. On display from January 13 – March 1.

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Gallery de Boer - Fine ArtGallery de Boer prides itself in showcasing a wide vari-ety of paintings, sculpture, carvings and bronzes to help build personal art collections. With artwork ranging from Abstract to Impressionism, Aboriginal and Contemporary, there is something that will appeal to avid collectors as well as fi rst time buyers. They exhibit and sell original works of art by established and emerging Canadian and International artists. The gallery also offers an array of services including

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Owen Sound Artists’ Co-op & Legacy GalleryThe co-op celebrates 40 member artists in Grey and Bruce counties and runs the Legacy Gallery next door. Exhibits this winter include:Highlighting the Risks of Using Crystal Meth and Other DrugsA multi-media compilation of work created by youths for a competition presented by the Grey Bruce Health Unit. On display Nov. 1-30.Red & GreenA collection of projects and special works by members of the Artists’ Co-op. On display Dec. 1- 31.Next GenerationA celebration of emerging young artists from Grey and Bruce counties. From Jan. 1 – March 31.

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Owen Sound Marine & Rail Museum The Marine and Rail Museum celebrates Owen Sound’s eventful past as a thriving port. Positioned in the former Canadian National railway station, there is always something new to learn and explore.Scottish Spirit, Canadian Dreams: The Kennedy StoryOver the years the story of the Kennedy Empire would unfold as the foundry grew, declined and faded away – forever becoming a part of Owen Sound’s industrial history.The Last Stop: The Decline of the Railroads in Owen SoundOver the course of 122 years, Owen Sound was linked to the rest of Canada by four railways lines: Toronto Grey Bruce, Grand Trunk, Canadian National and Canadian Pacifi c. The last train, a CPR freight train, rolled out in 1995.Ferry TalesExperience a passage through time. This exhibit displays the various ships found in Owen Sound’s harbour and around Georgian Bay.

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Heading outdoors in winter can be a real treat, particularly if you’re engaged in a special activity. Here are some of the best places to enjoy the winter in Owen Sound and area:

• Toboggan: The Harrison Park toboggan hill is the perennial favourite for thrill-seekers. Gentler slopes can be found near Indian Falls off County Road 1 and in Ryerson Park at 8th Street and 5th Avenue East in Owen Sound.

• Skate Outdoors: Harrison Park wins again, with its Scenic City Order of Good Cheer rink near the restaurant. Remember the HOSE rule – Hockey on Odd days, pleasure Skating on Even-numbered ones. Skating here is free, and there’s nothing like a star-lit skate at night.

• Skate Indoors: The Julie McArthur Regional Recreation Centre and its twin ice pads are popular, but so is the rink at the Bayshore Community Centre, home of the Owen Sound Attack Jr. “A” hockey team. See skating schedule on page 13.

• Cross-Country Ski: For skate-skiing, classic skiing, or a refreshing night ski, head to the Sawmills Trails on Highway 6 near Hepworth. Ski rentals are available at the nearby Suntrail Source for Adventure (call 519-935-2478 or

visit www.suntrail.net). Cobble Beach Resort on County Road 1 also offers 10 kilometres of groomed trails. If you’re hankering for the adventure of an ungroomed trail, try the Inglis Falls to Harrison Park route – making sure there is adequate snow cover ahead of time.

• Snowshoe: A pair of snowshoes is your ticket to discovering the beauty of a waterfall in winter. The Inglis Falls Conservation Area and Weaver’s Creek Falls in Harrison Park are wonderous to behold in winter and accessible with snowshoes. Bring along a ski pole or walking stick for good measure.

• Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride: Glendale Farms, in nearby Benallen, can take you through fields to a rustic cabin in the woods. Windsong Horse & Carriage will tour you around Owen Sound in a horse-drawn carriage during the Festival of Northern Lights.

• Fishing: Owen Sound bay is great for ice-fishing when it freezes over, usually in early February. Open water angling on the Sydenham and Pottawatomi rivers will net you rainbow trout.

Best Placesfor outdoor winter fun in the Owen Sound area

The Scenic City Order of Good Cheer outdoor rink on a snowy hockey day. Photo by Lynn Reket


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Top photo: Cross country skiers enjoy the stunning beauty of Cobble Beach. Photo by Heather Hughes.

Photo at left: A youngster gets a close-up look at the ice at the Scenic City Order of Good Cheer outdoor rink in Harrison Park.

Photo below: Harrison Park is one of the best places for tobog-ganing in the area.

Photos by Lynn Reket


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519-371-2421

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Pioneering in Grey County meant isolation and hardship, with life revolving around providing the basic necessities of food, shelter, fuel and clothing, and life was particularly challenging in the winter months.

Many of the settlers who arrived in Upper Canada were unaccustomed to the sub-zero temperatures and snowy conditions of a Canadian winter and relied on the assistance of the local Aboriginal people. The Aboriginal people knew how to dress and travel in winter conditions and showed the settlers how to use snowshoes, as well as how to make and use toboggans which were necessary for transporting things in snow.

Settlers often adopted native attire and wore tanned hides and furs which were warm and waterproof.

In The Winters of Our PastAboriginal people taught settlers how to deal with the harsh conditions

.......................................................By Wendy Tomlinson, Grey Roots Museum & Archives

Richard Arthur Doyle dressed in winter clothing and holding the string of a sleigh, [c. 1900]. Photographer: E. Tucker, Owen Sound. The Grey Roots Archival Collection.

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Traditional pioneer winter garb was made from homespun wool and women wore woollen stockings and quilted petticoats underneath their skirts. Cloaks and shawls were much more than fashion, but were essential to survival, with a woman’s cloak being a prized possession to last her lifetime.

From a very young age children were taught to knit and even the most elderly or infirm family members would be expected to knit socks in the wintertime. Making coats from blankets, including the iconic striped Hudson’s Bay Company blankets, evolved throughout the 19th century and echoed the fashionable greatcoats of the time, with wool sashes, buttons and trim.

A common winter occupation, in waterside communities, was the task of collecting ice for storage in the ice house, as a pre-refrigeration cooling method. When the lake ice was more than a foot thick the ‘icemen’ would cut it into blocks with a handsaw and transport it by horse and wagon to the ice house. Large ice cutting operations in Owen Sound and Wiarton would have a crew of up to 75 men cutting 1,500 tons a day. Well insulated, the ice house preserved the ice for year round delivery, to both residential and commercial customers.

Through the persistence and resourcefulness of those early settlers, life eventually got easier and while there were still many chores to be done, winter was a time when more leisurely activities could be enjoyed. By the late 1800s the well-to-do were “winter resorting” and even the poorest families were embracing activities such as skating, snowshoeing and sledding. In fact, Owen Sound, in the late 1870s, saw the formation of the Dickens Snow Shoe Club. Members of the club wore scarlet stockings and headgear, and a typical outing would be a ten mile trip down the frozen bay to Presque Isle and back.

Grey County winters may still be cold and snowy, but we can thank our hearty forbearers for teaching us that the only way to survive winter is to embrace it and today we enjoy everything from skiing, skating, ice hockey and snowmobiling, to ice fishing, dog sledding and winter camping.

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A common winter

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The Inglis Falls Conservation Area offers great trails for snowshoeing. You will fi nd ample parking at the Grey Sauble Conservation Administration Centre and you can start with an “easy” snowshoe experience along the Arboretum Trails.

Supplied photo by Grey Sauble Conservation


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