Unbelievably the winter is near over already, it being March again the snow is starting to melt and its finally safe to go out and make some beautiful pictures! Here is a breath-taking view from a small lake, just south of Cabot Head!
And to think of the beautiful autumn we had!
A beautiful storm rolling in over the lake; a great view over the yellow flowers!
Apples thrown down by the coming cruel winter from the popular apple tree beside the lighthouse.
We have several snakes around the lighthouse: the milk snake, the water snake, several of the garter snakes and the only poisonous snake: the Eastern Massasauga rattle snake.
This is either an Eastern Ribbon or a Garter snake.
Another garter.
A water snake peeking out of its hiding spot.
An amazing milk snake going around the lighthouse.
We found a poisonous green snake hiding underneath the rhubarb.
An early sunrise at 5:03 AM.
Sunshine cascading off the clouds as its setting.
The sun setting under a clear blue sky.
The sun diving into the water; lower and lower as the glow fades into dark.
The sun setting over the lighthouse.
Note the sailboat in the reflection of the setting sun over the water.
Sun diving at a late 9:32 PM.
A bright yellow setting sun over the bay.
Setting sun cascading over the Georgian Bay.
A rising sun through the trees.
A rising at an early 5:09 AM.
We saw a very cute little bunny that came over every morning to visit us! This photo was taken by the gardens at 7AM
This is one of the many snakes that live around the path, we are not sure what kind of snake it is, but we thought it might be a fox snake. And yes, this snake is blind on its left eye; that is why I was able to get so close.
On our way up we saw two small turtles crossing the road leading the lighthouse. We think that they were painted turtles.
Here you can see three loons, and the white bird in the back is a seagull. It was very amazing to see so many loons so close. Seeing them is one thing, but hearing them is another! Those beautiful birds were calling all morning: they have such a special call that when you hear it once…you’ll always recognize anywhere and anytime.
There have also been many sightings of different kinds of snakes, plenty of chipmunks, foxes, many different kinds of birds (blue jays) and last year there were even reports of black bears around the amazing grounds of the Cabot Head Lighthouse.
Here are all of the kid’s souvenirs. And some unique, vintage trinkets.
Here are all the delicious maple treats and also the kid’s t-shirts!
This here is one of the the two hand-crafted, wooden sail boats we have for sale. Both have a blue bottom and white sails. To the right of the boats is local Lion’s Head made jams and jellies, including dandelion jam!
In this picture are the three different types of hats we sell; in various colours:
• tilley hats
• sports/travel visors
• and regular baseball hats.
And lastly are the hoodies and sweathshirts. In the same aisle as the hats, coffee mugs and other small souvenirs.
When you visit the lighthouse you can head off on a trail which will lead you along Wing Field Basin, also known as the Georgian Bay coastal route, where you can enjoy amazing views over the basin and over Georgian Bay. The trail itself is well kept and easy to walk, with only a couple hills to ascend and descend.
The trail entrance from the bay 
A part of the trail 
The trail entrance 
View over the basin and the shipwreck
A closer look at the shipwreck
Lookout over Georgian Bay 
The biggest uphill part of the trail with large stones on the side
In July, 1895, the Department of Marine and Fisheries called for tenders for the construction of a light and fog-alarm station at Cabot Head. The main building consisted of a wooden dwelling house and light tower combined, painted white. The fog-alarm plant was constructed on the shore below and east of the light. The lantern atop the tower contained several parabolic metallic reflectors utilizing light produced by kerosene lamps. Manufactured by the Chanteloup Company, of Montreal, this “catoptric” apparatus was fixed to a rotating frame which, driven by a clockwork mechanism, cast a beam of white light, with three flashes fifteen seconds apart, then an eclipse of forty seconds.
The historic Cabot Head Lighstation perches on the northeastern tip of the Bruce Peninsula, much as it has since 1896. Though operation systems have changed, this important navigational aid serves to guide vessels large and small on the Georgian Bay. The light itself now stands atop a steel, solar powered and automated tower. The lighstation and lightkeeper’s cottage remain vibrant and alive with activity, preserving the human and natural history of its beautiful, rugged coast. Cabot Head witnessed the heyday of the Great Lakes shipping and fishing, timbering and pioneering in the Bruce Peninsula’s remote wilderness. Today, visitors around the globe come to explore maritime history, and relive the pioneering spirit.
While touring the lighthouse, hiking one of our trails, picnicking or swimming in the basin make sure to drop into our giftshop in the cottage porch and our on-site art gallery, in our Fog Alarm Building. We offer local artisans work.
Open daily May 1 – Thanksgiving weekend, 10:00am – 7:00pm.
Fundraiser for Cabot Head Lighthouse
Enjoy a spectacular locally made picnic every Wednesday at Cabot Head Lighthouse, while being surrounded by breath taking views of Georgian Bay.
Not your ordinary picnic! Harvest Moon Organic Bakery is providing delicious picnic dinners for you and your loved ones or you and a group of friends! Come and savor this delicious experience overlooking the blue waters of Georgian Bay. The best seats in the house; exclusively yours.
What to order?
There is lots to choose from. Tina and Graham will be serving their homemade artisan bread and using locally grown vegetables with every meal!
What’s the cost?
A picnic for two – $100.00 and receive a $50.00 donation tax receipt to Cabot Head Lighthouse
MENU:
All of our picnics feature what we select from our garden that is perfectly ripe. Menu’s vary by season.
Spring will highlight spinach, asparagus, radishes, snap peas, rhubarb and fresh spring herbs.
Sample Menu:
“Unwrap the surprises wrapped within the basket, savor the tastes of the season, breathe in the bay with every bite.”
For reservations contact Harvest Moon Organic Bakery at 519-592-5742, Tina and Graham will be happy to help you.
Reservations must be made by Monday in order for your picnic on Wednesday. Reservations will be available from: June 12, 2013- September 18th, 2013.
Established in 1896 to guide ships rounding Cabot Head, this Lightstation has served for decades as an important navigational aid to boaters on the often turbulent Georgian Bay. Today, the Cabot Head Lighstation has been returned to useful services as a historical local landmark, including museum, interpretive plaques, trails, picnic area, gift shop and art gallery.
Cabot Head Light House 