The Shoreline Owners' Guide to Healthy Waterfronts, produced by FOCA is available as a PDF for download here. It is 28 page document which you can read online or print out at your leisure.


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Here is the Introduction:

For generations, picturesque lakes have lured families from across Ontario to fish, boat and swim. At the lake, people discover the enchanting call of the loon, the sight of painted turtles basking on logs and the magnificent sight of osprey soaring above crisp blue waters.

The popularity of retreating to Ontario’s lakes for rest and recreation is growing. As a result, development on the shorelines of our lakes is taking place at an unprecedented rate. In addition to this increased development, more and more people are extending their time at the cottage to live there year round. To
preserve the lake environment that brought us there in the first place, it is imperative for us to understand our impacts and to know how to reduce them.

This guide offers you background information and advice on ways to make the most of your shoreline property while living in balance with your lake’s fragile ecosystem.