Author Archives: Friends of Murphys Point

Heritage Mica Festival Returns for 2012

Work is underway for the planning of the 2012 Heritage Mica Festival. Once again we will be featuring the Silver Queen Mine, one of the Seven Wonders of Lanark County, in many of the festival activities. In order to make … Continue reading

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Canoe Raffle Winner!

Congratulations once again to Craig Halpenny of Perth, who won our annual canoe raffle! Proceeds go towards Friends natural heritage education programs. Below, from left, are Park Superintendent Curtis Thompson; Friends Directors Cindy Deachman, Stephanie Gray, Cathy Lamport and Judy … Continue reading

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Don’t Miss the Final Weekend of the Heritage Mica Festival!

Saturday September 10th: Olde-time carnival day from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Main Beach with clowns, games, facepainting and a sandcastle-building contest (we have prizes!!). Hot Dog Roast at the campfire pit from 6 to 7 p.m. along with … Continue reading

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