A number of churches are catalogued and their community outreach programs documented. From this analysis some common threads of action are presented along with the rationale behind such programs and the efforts at interdenominational cooperation among churches.]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]>
In many ways, the activities these women become involved with are extensions of their more traditional roles as wives, mothers, and employees. Simply becoming involved in any avenue assists in challenging these traditional roles in a very positive way.]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]> Childbirth & Maternity 
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The paper concludes with a description of the work of the Wilberforce community and surrounding area in preserving the historical building as a museum once its days of operation were over.]]> ]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]>
The history of art and craft in the Haliburton Highlands from native times through early settlement days is presented as a backdrop to work on the actual orientation package. Information about the Guild was attained through primary research and is organized under the following headings: 1) the history of the Guild and Rails End Gallery 2) financial structure of the Guild and 3) the role of the Guild in the community and its relationship to Sir Sandford Fleming College's School of Fine Arts and the Municipality of Dysart et al. The finished product is included as an appendix to the paper.]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]>
Difficulties facing Haliburton County are analyzed by looking at problems with existing sites, waste options, legislation, and politics. Suggestions for individuals and municipalities are presented centering on the 3 R's of reduction, reuse, and recycling.]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]>
The work of the consulting firm of A.J. Robinson & Associates Inc. in assisting the County in the preparation of a Waste Management Master Plan is outlined and the report goes on to look at successful waste managment programs both in Canada and in other countries. The desirable characteristics of a conserver society are presented in opposition to that of the consumer society. Existing waste management legislation in Ontario is noted with the implications for the County of Haliburton. Finally, the work of the authors in conducting a waste audit of a local facility is described.]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]>
The history behind the implementation of the Sunship Earth program at Wanakita in 1986 and its subsequent development is outlined along with an in-depth look at the principles of the program and the need for continuing relationships with schools in the community as the experiences of Sunship Earth become entrenched in the participants and make for better future citizens.]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]>
This project deals specifically with the problems of lighting and effects on normal interactions of the walleye in the river. This paper suggests what intensity of light walleye generally live and interact within as well as what colours the eyes will absorb and which ones they won't.]]> Drag River Rehabilitation Project ]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]> Tom Whillans]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]>
Of Wood and Willow contrasts the use of wood in settlement times with present-day crafts such as wicker and willow work, the construction of wooden canoes, and wooden jewellery. On the Bounty of This Land traces the move from using the products of the land to the present highly industrialized food industry and cites examples of local people attempting to live in harmony with the land. Other sections deal with ironwork and the role of the smithy in producing tools and recycling material into useful works, spinning, weaving, mending and quilting with their universal images, and pottery with its source of creativity coming directly from the earth.]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]> Recognizing that there has been a growth in demand for Haliburton as a popular tourist area and that this results in some positive economic implications as well as posing some environmental, social, and economic problems, the author suggests that there is a need for proactive management strategies to cope with such growth. The vision of a bioregional analysis of the relationship between tourism and the geography of the area is put forth as the most desirable way to manage this complex issue.

Such expansion in tourism took place at an earlier date in Muskoka, and by comparing the development of tourism in Muskoka with that of Haliburton, the paper presents similarities in expansion and points out some of the environmental pitfalls that might be avoided with careful management. Community efforts are underway to promote Haliburton as a year-round spot to visit and this would help reduce the negative impacts of seasonal economies. Constraints on tourism and land use conflicts with respect to cottagers as well as environmental concerns are studied. The paper concludes with a look at tourism potential in upcoming years.

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Winner of Canadian Studies Award]]> Host contact: Mowat, Dave]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Resource Science/Studies]]> The focus of this paper is the hospitality industry in the Haliburton Highlands and the recognition by the tourism industry that they are part of the bioregion in which they operate.By looking at three distinct hospitality organizations, the author describes how each uses the environment as a key marketing tool to entice clients to the area.

Birch Point Lodge, PineStone Resort, and Hart Lodge are three resorts that are seen to practice bioregionalism, each in their own way. Following a look at the history of tourism and the hospitality industry in general, each resort is described, outlining how it uses the surrounding environment in planning and marketing strategies, and how each works within the parameters of bioregional practice.

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The work of the artisans is explored against the historical backdrop of the craft industry in Haliburton, the Haliburton School of Fine Arts, and the relationship of craft and the local economy.]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]>
The present power structure in our society and the problems that ensue are outlined as a backdrop to a look at ecosystems and bioregions as alternative approaches to planning. The general principles of sustainable living as put forward in bioregional theory are explained, followed by a look at the history of the Otonabee Watershed region and its people in pre-Colonial times.]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]> Instilling the values of bioregionalism can be difficult as it involves changes in knowledge, attitudes, and behaviour. The natural place to start is with the children of our society and the author maintains that camps, if based on positive environmental ethics, can play a very strong role in fostering a child's sense of relationship with the earth and community.

The development of such learning through camp experiences is presented in general terms with reference to the aims of camping associations and environmental philosophers.  Specifically, these objectives are looked at in more depth with reference to Camp Allsaw and the work of Sam and Marjorie Hambly as they pursued camping focusing on the principles and practices of ecology and conservation.  The camp stresses the bioregional principles of community, the development of a sense of place, and the importance of home as the place to make a difference and its program is presented as an example of how camps can play a crucial role in shaping the desired attributes of bioregionalism.

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The early years from 1944 to the mid 1950s saw the building of the camp under the supervision of Keith Cleverdon and the establishment of a camping program centred on outdoor education and an appreciation of heritage and adventure. Expansion of the camp under Kirk Wipper in the '60s and '70s saw physical changes and an emphasis on tripping programs and native heritage. The Historic Canoe Collection was begun and culminated in the construction of a canoe museum. Successful innovations by subsequent owners are described, concluding with the recognition that each camper will have unique memories of time spent at Kandalore.]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]>