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This page is a forum for communicating lake related activities. Postings can be anything from official MLPOA events, to notable lake resident activities, to happenings around the area. To have your posting listed here just email us with the details and we'll take it from there. You can also always directly post to our Facebook Group as well.
August 09, 2025 - 2025 MLPOA Annual Meeting Held
We re please to announce that the 2025 MLPOA Annual Meeting was successfully held on August 09, 2025 at the Madoc Public Library. Well over 50 people were in attendance. Displays on Watersheds Canada, Madoc Archives, Water Testing, and the Photo Contest were enjoyed by all.
Guest speakers included:
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Eric Sandford, Deputy Mayor, who brought greetings from the Municipality
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Gayle Ketcheson, Madoc Archives, who discussed the history of the lake and library
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Melissa Dakers, Watersheds Canada, who presented on two projects we plan on doing in 2026: Walleye Spawning Bed Rejuvenation and a Shoreline Survey.
Minutes of the meeting are available in the Members Only section of this website.
August 4, 2025 - Total Fire Ban Reinstated.
Effective immediately, the Municipality of Centre Hastings is implementing a total ban on all open air burning. This includes campfires, burn barrels, brush piles, and any other outdoor fires. This burn ban is being issued in the interest of public safety due to current dry conditions and increased fire risk. The ban will remain in effect until further notice.
July 31, 2025 - 2025 MLPOA Photo Contest a Success
On July 31 the first annual MLPOA Photo Contest came to a close. It was a smashing success with 210 entries in three categories (Scenery, Wildlife & Pets, and People & Activities) plus an 'Peoples Choice' award. All the entries are on display in the gallery on this website. You can view the winners by clicking the button. We look forward to the 2026 contest.
July 1, 2025 - Canada Day Celebrations a Success
On the evening of July 1st a wonderful fireworks display was help to celebrate the 158th anniversary of Confederation and the establishment of the modern country of Canada. A large crown watched form the public boat launch as the firework shot up over the lake and over 30 boats participated in the lighted boat parade. All-in-all a great evening. To view some photos of the event click the button.
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