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• Photo Contest

  • Start
    July 01, 2025
  • End
    August 31, 2025

  What is it?  The Muldrew Lakes Cottagers’ Association is excited to announce that we are launching a Photo Contest this year.  We are so fortunate to be surrounded by the beauty of our lakes and hope that you will consider entering your photos. Here are the details.

  Who can enter?  All members of the MLCA can enter photos. 

  What type of photos are eligible?  The subject of all photos must have something to do with Muldrew Lakes.  There will be 5 categories – you decide which best fits the photos you submit:

  Landscape     

  Wildlife               

  Life at the Lake               

  Winter 2024-25              

  Kids as photographers (under 16)

  
  

  As this is our first photo contest, you may enter any of your favourite photos taken within the last three years.

  How many photos can one individual enter?  Up to three photos per category.

  When is the contest?  Photo entry will run from July1 to Aug 31, 2025.

  How do I submit my photos?  Digital photos can be entered by sending them to events@muldrewlakes.ca.

  What information will you need to accompany the submitted photos?  The category you feel best fits each submitted photo, Your name, and Your MLCA cottage number and local civic address

  Judging: Everyone in the community will have an opportunity to vote on all submitted photos. The voting will take place using the Muldrew Lake Facebook platform.  Each week between Labour Day and Thanksgiving, photos for one of the five categories will be presented for community voting. There will be more details about this as we get closer to the judging timeframe.  

  Prizes: A grand prize will be awarded to the top photo in each of the five categories. In addition, the next four photos will also be recognized and celebrated.  Winners will be announced on Thanksgiving weekend.

  Happy picture taking and have a great Muldrew season!!

  If you have any questions, please contact events@muldrewlakws.ca

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• Worship Service - John Hoicka

  • When
    July 20, 2025
  •  
    10:30 AM
  • Location
    Memorial Pines, 745 Peninsula Road

  Two years ago, the Muldrew worship community undertook a strategic exploration and renewal process. Out of that process a couple of themes emerged: a call for more diversity in faith backgrounds in our worship services and a recognition of the importance of the strength of our community especially during difficult times. In response to this, we have a worship leader who is Jewish, coming to speak about her faith, a worship leader who chairs the Affirm Committee in their church and who will speak about advocating for those in need of support and returning again, we have a Métis leader speaking about the Seven Grandfather Teachings in the Anishinaabe tradition. We also have a Presbyterian Minister from Erindale Presbyterian Church in Mississauga and we have beloved Muldrew Lakers who are returning to lead us in worship.

  Our Worship Leaders

  The Hoicka Family

  The Hoicka family has enjoyed Muldrew Lakes since the 1960s. In the ‘90s they built our current cottage for our then young family. Soon after, Kathleen and John began giving services at Memorial Pines, often with guidance and support from the late Reverend Don Gillies. So that is over 30 years! Don also married two of our daughters and baptised two grandchildren.

  
  

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• Canoe Lessons

  • Start
    July 21, 2025
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • End
    July 24, 2025
  • Location
    480 North Muldrew Lake - Pine Island

  Canoe Lesson Registration and Waiver .pdf
  

  Canoe Lessons

  July 21 to 24

  Pre-Registration starting July 1 with Janet Allen – 416-488-0364

  Registration forms are available above and at the member’s section at www.muldrewlakes.ca. Registration Fee: $20 per person

  All Levels are welcome - At Stinson’s Beach

  Located on the north side of Pine Island (Island 3NM) on North Muldrew with Liz Stinson and Janet Allen.

  Lessons go from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. - followed by a swim.

  Participants from Middle and South Lake will be escorted across the portage from Memorial Pines (Meet at the docks or road at 9:30 a.m.)

  Wear your bathing suit, a hat and sunscreen. Bring your own paddle (paddle length should reach from your toes to your chin), a life jacket, a kneeling pad (optional but recommended), drinking water, a towel and your own canoe if possible.

  The purpose of these lessons is to learn to feel safe and competent in a canoe and have fun.

  Participants are encouraged to use their canoe as an enjoyable means of exploration and transportation around the Lake. Experienced Teenagers willing to help - please call Liz at 705-687-3797.

  A donation will be made to Moorlands camp on Kawagama Lake, which provides an amazing summer experience for kids from low-income Toronto neighborhoods.

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• Swim and Canoe Regatta

  • When
    July 26, 2025
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • Location
    Memorial Pines - 745 Peninsula Road

  Swim and Canoe Regatta Registration and Waiver .pdf
  

  94th Annual Swim & Canoe Regatta

  Saturday, July 26, 2025 -- Memorial Pines

  Alternate Date: Sunday, July 27

  Registration & Waiver 9am-10am (closes at 10am)

  Pre-Registration will be available online @ www.muldrewlakes.ca

   From July 1 to 26

  1. Only MLCA members and immediate family members are eligible to win paddles.
  2. Age is as of the day of the Regatta.
  3. B.Y.O. canoes, kayaks, paddles, noodles, and PFDs.
  4. Paddle points are awarded in registered age group only.
  5. If tied, paddle winners will be decided by single canoe - order of finish.
  6. In case of inclement weather, please check the HOT LINE 705-687-4532 or Facebook.
  7. All participants must sign a waiver.
  8. Cruiser – either 2 girls + 1 boy, 2 boys + 1 girl or 3 girls.
  9. Races marked with an * are not eligible for paddle points.

  Age Groups:    Mini-Mite (7 & under), Junior or Jr. (10 & under), Intermediate or Int. (13 & under),

     Senior or Sr. (16 & under), Adult or Ad. (17+)

  MORNING EVENTS:  10:30am start                                         AFTERNOON EVENTS:  1:00pm start

  1.  Junior Boys Single Canoe                                                  1.  Senior Boys Single Canoe
  2. Senior Boys & Girls Swim across Bay                               2.  All Ages Crab Race*
  3. Junior Girls Single Canoe                                                    3.  Mini Mite Cork Bob*
  4. Mini Mites Girls Kayak*                                                      4.  Intermediate Swim (75m) Boys/Girls
  5. Intermediate Boys Single Canoe                                       5.  Junior Girls Double Canoe
  6. Mini Mite Boys Kayak*                                                       6.  Senior Girls Kayak
  7. Intermediate Girls Single Canoe                                       7.  Junior Boys Double Canoe
  8. Junior Boys Kayak                                                                8.  Senior Boys Kayak
  9. Senior Girls Single Canoe                                                   9.  4-person 14+ canoe around buoys*
  10. Junior Girls Kayak                                                                 10. Int. Girls Kayak
  11. 2+2 Canoe (2 adults + 2, 13 & under)*                           11. Senior Boys Double Canoe
  12. Mini Mites Noodle Swim (40m)*                                      12. Junior Cruiser
  13. Senior/Int. Cruiser Around Island                                     13. Int. Boys Kayak
  14. Adult Swim Across Bay*                                                     14. Senior Girls Double Canoe
  15. Junior Boys Swim (40m)                                                     15. Men’s Kayak*
  16. Junior Girls Swim (40m)                                                     16. Intermediate Boys Double Canoe             
  17. All Ages In and Out Race*                                                  17. Women’s Kayak*
  18. Adult Triathlon* Swim across the bay,                            18. Int. Girls Double Canoe

                  Run (via road) to Smale’s beach,                                      19. Maggie & Jiggs* (married couples)

                  Canoe around buoys                                          

  Closing Ceremonies:  Awarding of Ribbons & Paddles

  Please plan to stay for a PICNIC LUNCH (approx. Noon) BBQ Hot dogs and cold drinks provided

  For Hygiene and Safety reasons, please leave your dogs at home!

  Reminder:  Only MLCA members and immediate family of MLCA members are eligible to win paddles

  All participants must sign a waiver form.  Waiver forms will be available online as well as the day of the race

                          

  Questions please contact: Brent.Hughes54@gmail.com

  
  

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• Worship Service - Aaron Lamb, Metis

  • When
    July 27, 2025
  •  
    10:30 AM
  • Location
    Memorial Pines, 745 Peninsula Road

  Two years ago, the Muldrew worship community undertook a strategic exploration and renewal process. Out of that process a couple of themes emerged: a call for more diversity in faith backgrounds in our worship services and a recognition of the importance of the strength of our community especially during difficult times. In response to this, we have a worship leader who is Jewish, coming to speak about her faith, a worship leader who chairs the Affirm Committee in their church and who will speak about advocating for those in need of support and returning again, we have a Métis leader speaking about the Seven Grandfather Teachings in the Anishinaabe tradition. We also have a Presbyterian Minister from Erindale Presbyterian Church in Mississauga and we have beloved Muldrew Lakers who are returning to lead us in worship.

  Our Worship Leaders

  Aaron Lamb

  Aaron Lamb (he/him) is a Métis Canadian. (He/Him/Métis) from Treaty 13 Territory. Aaron was a guest speaker in August 2024 and is back with us this summer. He will be focusing on the Seven Grandfather teachings from the Anishinaabe tradition.

  
  

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• Bugs in the Mud

  • When
    July 28, 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Thornhill Cottage - 239 Middle Muldrew Lake

  
  

  Do you enjoy being outdoors, looking at bugs, and helping with the protection of your lake? Have you ever wondered what critters hide in the bottom of your lake and why they are there? Those are what are known as Benthic Macroinvertebrates (or benthos), and they are actually fantastic indicators of water quality!

  These critters live in the bottom muck of your lake and include insect larvae, beetles, snails, clams, and worms. Some of them actually only spend part of their life underwater until they grow wings and fly off to spend the rest of their lives out of water.

  These critters can tell you how clean your water is because some are very sensitive to chemicals and other bad things in your water, while other species don’t mind. Too many, or not enough, of a certain species can indicate that something is wrong with your lake.

  To help you monitor the health of your lake, a Biomonitoring Technician will help you take samples which are then sorted and identified with the help of dedicated volunteers - YOU! All ages are welcome and we encourage you to join us so that we can all help protect our water. This is a fun activity and you also get to learn more about your lake. The whole process usually takes 2 hours.

  Middle Muldrew Lake on Monday, July 28 at 10:00 am at the Thornhill Cottage, 239 Middle Muldrew Lake. If you would like to participate, please contact Nancy Thornhill at nwthornhill@yahoo.com

  If you have any questions, or would like to know more about the program and what you can do to protect your watershed, please contact Jess, the Biomonitoring Technician, at biotech@muskoka.on.ca  

  High School Hours Granted !

  We look forward to seeing you out there !

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• Worship Service - Rev. Geoff Ross

  • When
    August 03, 2025
  •  
    10:30 AM
  • Location
    Memorial Pines, 745 Peninsula Road

  Two years ago, the Muldrew worship community undertook a strategic exploration and renewal process. Out of that process a couple of themes emerged: a call for more diversity in faith backgrounds in our worship services and a recognition of the importance of the strength of our community especially during difficult times. In response to this, we have a worship leader who is Jewish, coming to speak about her faith, a worship leader who chairs the Affirm Committee in their church and who will speak about advocating for those in need of support and returning again, we have a Métis leader speaking about the Seven Grandfather Teachings in the Anishinaabe tradition. We also have a Presbyterian Minister from Erindale Presbyterian Church in Mississauga and we have beloved Muldrew Lakers who are returning to lead us in worship.

  Our Worship Leader

  Rev. Geoff Ross

  Geoff is a Presbyterian Minister. He’s the Minister of Erindale Presbyterian Church in Mississauga where Shawn and Heather Aberle go. He has been in ministry for almost 28 years. Recently Geoff and his wife, Regan, have started canoe camping in Algonquin Park. They will be heading to Algonquin for a 4-day canoe trip in the North Arm of Opeongo Lake the day after his service with us.

  
  

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• Sailing Regatta

  • When
    August 09, 2025
  •  
    12:30 PM
  • Location
    Big Bay near Hookery Island

  Sailing Regatta Registration and Waiver .pdf
  

  Saturday, August 9, 2025

  Registration:  12:30 p.m.

  (Look for the race committee boat in the vicinity of Hookery Island)

  All Sailboats are Welcome!

  Refreshments to follow at West end of Craigenputtock Island

  If you have any questions, or are willing to help officiate, or in any other way volunteer, please contact James MacKinnon at:

  jameswmackinnon@gmail.com

  
  

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• Worship Service - The Scovil Family

  • When
    August 10, 2025
  •  
    10:30 AM
  • Location
    Memorial Pines, 745 Peninsula Road

  Two years ago, the Muldrew worship community undertook a strategic exploration and renewal process. Out of that process a couple of themes emerged: a call for more diversity in faith backgrounds in our worship services and a recognition of the importance of the strength of our community especially during difficult times. In response to this, we have a worship leader who is Jewish, coming to speak about her faith, a worship leader who chairs the Affirm Committee in their church and who will speak about advocating for those in need of support and returning again, we have a Métis leader speaking about the Seven Grandfather Teachings in the Anishinaabe tradition. We also have a Presbyterian Minister from Erindale Presbyterian Church in Mississauga and we have beloved Muldrew Lakers who are returning to lead us in worship.

  Our Worship Leaders

  The Scovil Family

  The Scovil family have had a cottage on South Muldrew Lake for over 100 years.  Five generations have shared in leading Memorial Pines Sunday services since they started.  This summer’s service will be a celebration of the power of music in our worship lives.

  
  

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• Annual General Meeting

  • When
    August 16, 2025
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • Location
    Memorial Pines - 745 Peninsula Road

  
  

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• Worship Service - Esther Ewing

  • When
    August 17, 2025
  •  
    10:30 AM
  • Location
    Memorial Pines, 745 Peninsula Road

  Two years ago, the Muldrew worship community undertook a strategic exploration and renewal process. Out of that process a couple of themes emerged: a call for more diversity in faith backgrounds in our worship services and a recognition of the importance of the strength of our community especially during difficult times. In response to this, we have a worship leader who is Jewish, coming to speak about her faith, a worship leader who chairs the Affirm Committee in their church and who will speak about advocating for those in need of support and returning again, we have a Métis leader speaking about the Seven Grandfather Teachings in the Anishinaabe tradition. We also have a Presbyterian Minister from Erindale Presbyterian Church in Mississauga and we have beloved Muldrew Lakers who are returning to lead us in worship.

  Our Worship Leaders

  Esther Ewing

  Esther Ewing, a long-time Muldrew Laker has been leading worship services at Memorial Pines since the early 80s. She is passionate about inclusion, diversity and equity and building and sustaining the Muldrew community.

  
  

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• Worship Service - Aberle Family

  • When
    August 24, 2025
  •  
    10:30 AM
  • Location
    Memorial Pines, 745 Peninsula Road

  Two years ago, the Muldrew worship community undertook a strategic exploration and renewal process. Out of that process a couple of themes emerged: a call for more diversity in faith backgrounds in our worship services and a recognition of the importance of the strength of our community especially during difficult times. In response to this, we have a worship leader who is Jewish, coming to speak about her faith, a worship leader who chairs the Affirm Committee in their church and who will speak about advocating for those in need of support and returning again, we have a Métis leader speaking about the Seven Grandfather Teachings in the Anishinaabe tradition. We also have a Presbyterian Minister from Erindale Presbyterian Church in Mississauga and we have beloved Muldrew Lakers who are returning to lead us in worship.

  Our Worship Leaders

  Heather & Shawn Aberle

  Heather and Shawn Aberle are long time Muldrew Lakers. Heather's family first arrived in 1928. Shawn joined us 1981, and is connected to Elmira and Waterloo Region families. The Aberles are both elders in the Presbyterian Church and are former MLCA board members. Their sons Jakob and Kaleb were both baptized at Memorial Pines by Shawn's grandfather a retired United Church minister. Their granddaughter will be baptised this summer.

  
  

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