They may have lifted the Fire Ban but NOT the Littering laws!

I'm sure those residing in cottage country can judge by the recent weather that all fire bans within the central Ontario area have been lifted. So, feel free to responsibly torch away! For those coming up, over or down to this little piece of paradise you've now been enlightened ;)

Firewood will be wet, if it was left uncovered, which is when people tend to get creative with their fire starting skills. What ever do I mean? Well my friend, I'm talking about gasoline or any flammable product. It's dangerous, so please don't do it, talk your buddies out of it too! With the winds kicking up the way they do makes this form of entertainment/firestarting doubly dangerous!!

Check out these 'Redneck's Playing with Fire' and you'll see what I mean...



...and for each and every person that touches the ground when they walk (not just visitors), please don't forget to take your garbage with when you leave paradise! Stashing your junk on some sideroad doesn't count either!! I know garbage is gross and it's much easier to leave it for someone else but seriously, tsk tsk... Yes, I understand there aren't always garbage receptacles nearby so bring an extra bag already, it's not rocket science. Smokers too, just because ciggie butts are small doesn't mean it's okay. I'm not one to scold (well, yes I am ;) but I'm just trying to make a point.

Ontario Ministry of Environment
To Report A Spill, Odour Or Noise Pollution
1-866-MOE-TIPS (1-866-663-8477)

Fire Prevention Website Links

Fire Ban is still in Effect for Ramara and Tiny Township - Fire Prevention & Safety Information

I love to have a roaring fire outside, at any time of the year. Like right now for example, when the air is still chilly and dried leaves, sticks and remnants from the past winter still remain piled high longing to be charcoal. But alas, there's a fire ban in effect within both Ramara and Severn townships... :( so no fires for this girl, yet!

If you're a firebug like me, be sure to check with your local township office before torching your pile of dried wood, leaves, grass, brush, paper, cardboard or whatever it may be you want to burn. Please no garbage, plastic, tires ect. Buy a dump pass already, don't be so cheap!! It also doesn't matter whether your fire is contained to a barrel or firepit nor that you're hidden out of sight, no fires means no fires.

So, before you set torch to something, check first!

Ramara Township Website Fire Ban in Effect

Severn Township Website

Lake of Bays Township Website

Tiny Township Website Fire Ban in Effect

Tay Township Website


Fire prevention related websites...

Canadian Firefighters Magazine Leadership, prevention and training.

Federal Safety Public safety and the Canadian Government.

Fire Safety Council Fire Marshal's - Public Fire Safety Council

Fire Prevention Canada Working with both private and public sectors to achieve fire safety.

National Fire Protection Association The authority on fire, electrical and building safety.


Kids and Fire Safety!...

U.S. Fire Administration for Kids Working for a fire safe America.

Sparky the Fire Dog Fire safety for kids.


Discuss fire safety and prevention in a fun manner that kids can relate to with these great books!
No Dragons for Tea: Fire Safety for Kids
Fire Safety (Be Safe!)
Fireboy to the Rescue! A Fire Safety Book