When unburned fuel from snowmobiles accumulates in the snow, it is released into the ecosystem, primarily during spring thaw. The purpose of this study is primarily to measure the extent of acid and pollution pulses during spring thaw in four differently impacted lakes in the Haliburton Forest. Using the collected and analyzed data, predictions of the effects of acid pulse on aquatic life and habitat in the Haliburton Forest can be made. Recommendations are proposed for future monitoring.]]> Host contactL Schliefenbaum, Peter]]> Department: Environmental and Resource Science/Studies]]>
Beginning with a detailed account of Canadian industrialization from the time of Confederation through the mid 1900s the report moves to a history of the plant at Donald. The plant began producing charcoal and moved into the manufacture of by-products such as acetate and wood alcohol as it responded to demand from southern markets and closed when new petrochemical related processes made its work redundant. Its development is outlined in the context of the inter-relatedness of the factory, its products, the process, the community, and the natural environment.]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]> Host contacts: Bain, Gerald; Hopkings, Virginia]]> Department: Environmental and Resource Science/Studies]]> The purpose of this paper is to recognize the importance of hockey in Canada and within the Haliburton community. A short history of Canadian hockey prefaces a look at community-orientated minor league hockey in general and how hockey serves as an important cultural force in towns and villages across Canada as it forges community relationships and involvement. The history of hockey in Haliburton and the current state of its minor hockey league is outlined. Focusing on the topics of regional disparities, parent involvement, coaching, competition, media, and economics, the paper addresses some of the problems within the system and puts forward suggestions for possible solutions.

]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]> Report evaluates the industrial mineral, rare element, and building stone potential of the area. Includes maps.

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Not much research has been done on Main Street in this time period, which by many accounts has been regarded as Minden's heyday. The small business district along Main Street occupies the length of approximately one city block and is bordered by natural features at each end. It is a primary place of business and therefore, acts as the town's central meeting place. This is a good way to establish a connection to a particular place and build communities; at the same time our needs are met without placing an unnecessarily heavy burden on the land.]]>
The legacy that Andre Lapine left behind was seemingly awe-inspiring. During the twenty years or so that he spent traveling Europe he finished a known 50 paintings. The sheer number of paintings he produced while living in Canada far exceeds that number. Most of his works remain in the hands of private owners. The largest public collection resides at the Agnes Jamieson Gallery in Minden, Ontario. The late Frank Welch donated forty-nine works in all, most of which are oil landscapes. This paper gives a vivid description of the life and works of Andre Lapine.]]> Host contact: Graham, Dianne]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]> Outlines the Riverwalk concept, related economic development, and promotion.

]]> Riverwalk plan prepared for Friends of Minden Hills and Haliburton Highlands. Includes goals, public information and input, site analysis, benefits, and costs.

]]> Environemntal Science / Studies]]> Host contact: Cox, Rick; Haig, Roy]]> Department: Environmental and Resource Science/Studies]]> Report discusses community concerns, ie flood hazard, tourism & recreation, downtown beautification, downtown commerce.

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The proposed hydropower development would be run-of-the-river, resulting in much less environmental impact in comparison to other hydropower developments. This report lists the numerous approvals required from the MNRF, DFO, MOE, and the Municipality following acts such as the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, the Navigable Waters Protection Act, Fisheries Act, etc.

Based on successes from other Micro-hydro dam projects, it is recommended that public participation in key to process, without proper consultations the environmental assessment is not effective.]]> Host contact: Emmerson, Kim]]> Department: Environmental and Resource Science/Studies]]> Host contact: Hoover, Karen]]> Department: Geography]]> A resource for arts-based research methods, connected to the Visible Voices Project 2010.

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In 1941, Mary Northway and Flora Morrison purchased Windy Pine, a property with 1700 feet of shoreline on Kushog Lake in Haliburton County where the two women lived and entertained, surrounded by the natural world they loved. From here they ran a girls' canoe tripping camp and it was at Windy Pine that may people associated with Trent University became friends and attended as visitors, often assisting with maintenance work. In 1982, after Flora's death, Mary donated Windy Pine to the University along with an endowment fund for its maintenance. It is still being used for meetings and retreats for students, staff, and faculty. Further details of Mary's involvement with camping and the study of children conclude the paper.]]> Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies]]> Haliburton County, Algonquin Park

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This paper provides information about some of the present trends in heritage tourism with specific reference to miniature villages existing in other areas.]]> Host contact: Butcher, Ron]]> Department: Environmental and Resource Science/Studies]]>
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