Family fun in the "Sun"?

Submitted by Marina Hodson

In 2008, Ontario adopted a Statutory Holiday on the third Monday of February known as Family Day to provide residents the time to spend a day with their loved ones. This idea originated in Alberta in 1990 and has since been adopted by many of the Provinces, although not always under that same name.

So while we eagerly anticipate an announcement to see whether the current lockdown will conclude next week or not, don’t let that discourage you from planning to enjoy time with loved ones.

Whilst we are unable to travel or socialize outside of our household, we can still take advantage of the beauty the Kawartha Lakes have to offer. You might want to take advantage of the Family Fishing Weekend, one of four times each year you are able to fish without a license, for example.  Don’t have your own equipment? While there are some COVID restrictions, hut rentals continue to be permitted for members of the same household, so don’t rule it out but remember to check the fishing regulations if you are not sure of the rules.  

Not into fishing? Why not try a new outdoor pursuit such as snow shoeing, X-Country skiing or good old-fashioned tobogganing? Of course if winter activities are not on the top of your list and you missed your opportunity to head south this year, there are always creative options.  Set up an indoor beach party for your house and invite virtual attendees to join in for Caribbean drinks and music, prepare a Mexican themed meal or watch a nature documentary about warmer climes. We are limited only by our own creativity in making the day a memorable one.

Whatever you decide to do, spend the day with someone you love; whether that is by phone, computer or in person. At the end of the day, it is about connection and taking the opportunity to make the most of a time of the year which is often considered dreary, especially now.

Your friends at the Kawartha North FHT