Local & Area News

Please be advised that there will be no running water available in the Agawa Bay Campground or Visitor Centre on July 11th, 2026, between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. This temporary shutdown of our water system is to allow our maintenance crew to troubleshoot an issue with our plumbing system. Please note that Rabbit Blanket Lake Campground ...

Ruth passed away July 8, 2026, just 4 days shy of her 93rd birthday. Born in Binscarth, Manitoba on July 12th, 1933, Ruth eventually settled in Wawa, Onta with her husband Harry ”Junior” Miller (predeceased April 1, 2018), where they raised a family and operated Harry Miller Construction. Beloved mother of Lynne “Jo” Davidson (predeceased 2023). Ruth is survived by ...

Week 8, 120 Golfers. Call ins begin Mondays at 10 a.m. Please be courteous to other golfers and keep your music at a low volume. Thank you to all of our sponsors, players, and volunteers. 1st Flight: 1st – Suzanne Lacasse, Charlee Simon, Spare                                     35 2nd –Marcie DLF, Cassee Provost, Rachael Korytko-Amos             36 ...

Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Gatehouse, Rabbit Blanket Lake NATURE CONNECTION: BEAR AWARE – Campground or Black Bear Habitat? You’re standing in both! Join Aidan and Colin for a meaningful conversation about living alongside Black Bears and discover practical tips to keep your campsite safe—for people and bears. Drop-in: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay MEET ...

Weather: Today – Mainly sunny. High 24. Humidex 26. UV index 8 or very high. Tonight – Partly cloudy. Clearing after midnight. Low 11. News Tidbits: Planning is underway for a Mixed Beach Volleyball League, contact the MMCC if you are interested.

Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay MEET THE NATURALIST: ATTACK OF THE VAMPIRE FISH – Join Kelly to dive into the shocking story of the invasive Sea Lamprey. Discover how these jawless, parasitic bloodsuckers have made their way into Lake Superior, their impact on our native species and what scientists are doing to stop them. Drop-in: ...

Weather: Today – A mix of sun and cloud. 30% chance of showers late this afternoon with risk of a thunderstorm. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 24 with temperature falling to 16 this afternoon. Humidex 26. UV index 8 or very high. Tonight – Partly cloudy. 30% chance of showers early this evening with risk of a thunderstorm. Low ...

We had another super fun Drag Story Time thanks to our amazing performers King Luke and Queen Violet! We read “Oh the Places You’ll Go” by Dr. Seuss, “The Art of How Dogs Sleep” by Alison Kim,  “My Maddy” by Gayle E Pitman, “47 000 Beads” by Koja & Angel Adeyoha,  and more. Following the stories, we made our way ...

Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay MEET THE NATURALIST: MARKS OF THE WILD – You may not always get to see animals in the park, but they are out there! Drop by and meet Kelly and Claire to learn ways to spot the signs that are left behind that are often overlooked.    

Weather: Today – Cloudy with 60% chance of showers. Risk of a thunderstorm this afternoon. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 20. UV index 6 or high. Tonight – Partly cloudy. 30% chance of showers this evening with risk of a thunderstorm. Fog patches developing this evening. Low 10. News Tidbits: Hooray for strawberries! Strawberry spoon cake, strawberry ice cream, ...

Week 7 –  177 Golfers (+2 from last week), sunny, 25*C. Please only put one Team’s Score on a Scorecard and ensure it is totalled properly. Flight Winners: 1st Flight Score 1st Jeff Amos James Roberge Christian Crossett 30 2nd Derek Hardy Shane Bukowski Anders Dereski 32 3rd Guy Lachapelle Gilbert Bouchard Derek Shoppoff 32 2nd Flight Score 1st Dylan ...

Drop-in: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay CULTURAL CONVERSATION: PADDLING PELTS – Did you know there was a fur trading post in Agawa Bay? Join Aidan to explore the history behind Canada’s oldest company, and how the fur trade built the foundation for Canada as we know it today. Drop-in: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Visitor Centre, ...

Weather: Today – A mix of sun and cloud with 40 percent chance of showers and risk of a thunderstorm. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h this afternoon. High 22. Humidex 25. UV index 8 or very high. Tonight – Partly cloudy with 30 percent chance of showers. Risk of a thunderstorm this evening. Fog patches developing this evening. Wind southwest ...

Drop-in: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Visitor Centre, Agawa Bay RECREATION SKILLS: FANTASTIC FISHIN’ – Looking for that perfect fishing spot? We’ve got you covered! Join Mary to discover which fish you’ll find where, the best lures for the best catch, and an easy breakdown on fishing regulations within the park.  

Tomorrow evening, Tuesday July 7th, Chris Lowry will be playing live at Rock Island Lodge. A talented artist, not only a musician but a gifted author. His music features songs by John Fogarty, Steve Goodman, Jimmy Webb, Emmylou Harris, Warren Zevon, Leonard Cohen, Stan Rogers, James Taylor, John Prine, JesseWinchester, Gillian Welch, Neil Young and more. The concert will begin ...