August 2024 Issue
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What's Inside August 2024
Features
What Happened to Tom Thomson?
More than a century later, still no one knows for sure. But there’s no shortage of theories, including this one from a beloved, long-time CL writer.
The Stuff of Legends
Over the years, these lake-loving folks have left their marks on cottage country.
We Come From the Stars
Indigenous stories about the night sky can help us learn lessons, build community, and better understand who we are.
More Food Than Bowls
The aunties are here! 80 trips to and from the dock, at least 30 people, 20 coolers, three generations, and one legendary boodle fight.
Departments
Waterfront
Camp paved the way for these cottagers; a media timeline of the Tom Thomson mystery; steal these sand-sculpting tips from a pro; how to invent a lake monster; Reporter; guess the ice cream flavour; a costumed, floating watercraft parade; one B.C. artist’s driftwood creations
Workshop
Advice on buying used power tools; three ways to weather wood; compound mitre saw tuneup; restore the sound quality of an old speaker; why you want a plumbing cheater vent; how to fix a fussy bilge pump; a bright idea to illuminate the dock
Cottage Q&A
The mystery of the busy bee; why your cottager group should put a lake plan in place; what is this bright pink growth on my oak tree?; the truth about composite decks and the heat; is this the right succession strategy for us?
Style Ideas
You might not consider the biffy stylish, but outhouses in cottage country have a charm all their own.
Nature Scrapbook
Meet the caterpillar-scarfing, black-billed cuckoo.
Cottage Glossary
This cherished boat trip is best after a campfire and s’mores.
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