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W- W-3 5*!f"^ '1^ lAife / MdUKj 'iLMiif i ) jiuni fti mu i ' nwti n n n n n^nhn - n^ni i a tV i f * * * *' * *T^*""»^^v*'^mv*' '« *^^f'<*«w*^ L SUMMER SiKVijcE / \ MUSKOKA NAVIGATION OMPANY Summer Sailings of Steamers -Between 7 TIIK Ml'SKOKA I.AKKS iin- situ.ited a liltle inoriy onto, .-iTuI ail' ri'ai'hi'd hv cXLi-llcnt train scrviccf .Miiskoka Kxprt'ss, wliicli livux's Toronto at id.* i.5,S I'.nu, wlu'ri' tlif tine sli-aim'rs "McJora' ami "Nipissin villi' at (I a 111.. I.oiulon at 7..{n a.m.. and llainllton at qn.in Pa'^sengiTs for the moriiint; hoal leavinjf liravcnliiirst » p.m.. anil loronto at si.'i P"'. thi' prev ions L'Vi'ninff. GOING NORTH Lake Joseph Route/ Till' ".Mi'ilora. ' ilaily. on arrival of .Miiskc' I'orl C'arlinjf diiivt, tlu'iKV to Minutt (latr C (ii'Id. (supper on hoard). Hcdwood, llamil's at I'orl Coikhiirn ahout S p.m.; C'raitfie I.' GOING SOUTH LcavtiiKf Port Cockbuni at b.,;o a.m.. tioiu'il points, and ivacliin^ Muskoka W press, whii'h reaches 'I"ori>nto at ,^.iu p, CraTK-ie Lea oh Moiulay ami WeJnes* GOING NORTH Lake Rossea Tlie "Nipissinff,' daily, on arriv/i alnivi'. callint; at St. KImo, Windi'rniert', Juddhaven, and ar H.iy, .MortinuTs I'oint and HutI to bf tluMV transfrrri'd to anot' GOING SOUTH. I.eavi' Koxscaii at b.fii a on Tiiosday, Tlnirsday, ai; in^ Wharf in time to coni BALA AND BRACE^ I'ht ".Muskoka" (or/ Meaumaris, Mortimer/ with the "Nipissing'/ lirid| tiirttt* iiliici"- : OH '' (It ItpAiiiiinris vvi,* fonhiiM: |ilt')isaii' ciills w ill 'h' ifc' will WJlH ilt P MILFORD I Com me her, lliK ^*'i. tlin arrival' Hi U.if Hll'l * )i inies nv n [n] On t Ti'oni Iki Jul; Daily cor^ I'nri-y Hound, « MAONETEW4 The steaif f.irlVcelie. M. HOUSE BOAT and Sept. nth Irid miles north of I'or- peditioiis of which is (he jl'esat Muskoka Wharf at K- Trains teax'in^ Helle- 11 with Mnskoka Express, to leave Hamilton at j..;o fi. (dinner on hoard), for /•Woodintftoii. Port Sand- i, Stanley House, arrivin); liturdavs. I eallin^ .it the above men- nectint; with Miiskok.i Ex- i^rieetion there to all points. .p.m. (dinner on l>oard), as ,11, Port Carlinff. Fcrndale, ,t)»rrd Ba,-, Hiitton House. Point Kaye, rettirniiix tt> Bala on /enve Bala at .' 4") p.tti for Beatnitaris, Milford Bay. Hitttoii .»id swift new steattter •■Alntiic*' will he availahle for special d ; [hi Semi-weekly on Tttesflay and Saturdav inornintis, and daily rork'iitrti and Hosseittt to Maple Lake, tliettee per new railway to /at 7 a.m.. in connection with the G. T. R. at Burk's Falls Aitsiitt. and Ahitiic harhor. The Muskoka Navig', ,0 Company has built, and fully equipped, a Hottse Bo«l, which wtll he for rent liy the month season, and toweil to points on the lakes a« iiiav he desireil For foil pnrtie- iilars, apply I., the eotupanv s o.,ree, fluvenliiirsl. or :U Vietoria .St., Toroiilo A. P. COCKBURN, / Hanagep and Secretapy., Gravr.vhu^st wnffvryr^irTtrvTvr^rv'Tvnnry^'vr^r^irT^^. M ^^^ '\wf}i^^vrv,''yrvryp!¥rvr J. S. PLAYFAIR, ' « Ppestdent, Toronto j .■:'. .1 .li J- fcl V 'W*'-" S>v, »* -* i.i i RBi ^n^3 ^"ibl ^-'■('=^3 m^- Is !/3 u ° -3 J — O = ^ qj £ c •- a ^' V "* (/; Son :« ^ • a s ■= i ^ X Sr ^ du a. <« n s a S o |^ll,v> •^TiiST on inland lakes Take th* N.Y. CRNTRAL or niCHIQAN CENTRAL and NIAGARA RIVER LINE STEAMERS From LEWISTON, QUEENSTON, NIAQARA-on-the-LAKE, across Lake OnUrio to TORONTO. Cuttomt Examlnar on board Steamer* All Railways lell Tloketi via NIAGARA RIVER Line. Baggage oheoked through. J NO. KOY. Manaohk, Tokonto OTTAWA, ARNPRIOR PARRY SOUND RAILWAY. AND THE SHORTEST AND QUICKEST ROUTE BETWEEN ALL POINTS TO AND FROM OHAWA, MONTREAL, QUEBEC, BOSTON, NEW YORK AND ALL EASTERN POINTS. FOR SEASON 1897 ASK GRAND TRUNK RAILWAY OR MUSKOKA NAVIGATION PASSENGER AGENTS FOR TOURIST RATES AND TICKETS TO AND FROM PARRY SOUND. E. J. CHAHBERLIN, Qeneral Manager. QENBRAL OFPiCBS, OTTAWA, ONT. C. J. 5niTH. Qen. Pas. Agent. »* \ i K ^f- t i i i 1 aana^a'0 DiablanM Mi Dow to IReacb Ubem. lahes MAGINE if you can a country among whose hills are embed- ded eight hundred Lakes, jewelledVith Islands— such a region is Huskoka. In most minds there is a nameless charm thrown round a terra incognifa. The fancy invests it with features of delight, and the heart longs to realize the thrills which fancy promises. Frequently the realization is a rude awakening. But was it ever so with the Swiss Alps, or the Scotch Lakes, or the Muskoka Country. The secret of the charm in each instance lies in the contact with nature in her prestine beauty and under conditions of comfort and even luxury. To wander through a land where the deer and bear make their winter home, where the crane and wild duck start at the flash of the paddle, and yet to whose gaieway lines of railway converge, through whose fairy Lakes and Islands palatial steamers wind their way, is indeed to come close to that condition in which ideal enjoyment is possible. ,raHf il P Ci "71.%!- 1; '>■ s.-^*/ DINING SALOON ON ONE OF THE COMPANY'S STEAMERS.' Dinner ready, waitings the arrival of Muskoka Express. The Muskoka Lake Regflon can be conveniently reached from Detroit, Buffalo, Toronto and Montreal. The railways converging at Niagara Falls send on their passengers by rail or boat to Toronto ; from Montreal and all Eastern Points the Grand Trunk and Canada Pacifle Railways carry passengers to the same point — Toronto. The same railways provide an excellent service from Detroit to Hamilton or Toronto. From this last point— Toronto, during the season, a fast Steamboat Express, fully equipped with parlor : 4 ! ■■ ■ ' ■' f -V cars, etc., leaves the Union Station every week day at 10.35 a.m., mak- ing the run of one hundred and eleven miles to Huskoka Wharf in a little over three hours. Here the Muskoka Navigation Company's fleet of steamers lies moored along the docks. Each lake has its own steamer detailed to deliver the passengers to various points. The whole of the Muskoka district may be deemed a very sportsman's paradise. The waters of the lakes and streams yield to the angler their 4t i L 4 '.■■ii A PERFECT PARADISE FOR CHILDREN. treasures ot bass, pickerel, brook trout, salmon trout and maskalonge. In the autumn months, when the woods are ablaze with color— an Indian- summer haze — and stillness rests over land and water, the sharp report of the sportsman's gun echoes among the Islands. The hunter is certain : 5 : IT to find almost unlimited sport, the game, embracing a large variety, from partridge, duck, geese, etc., up to deer, moose and bear. Among the Islands nestle picturesque HotOlS and Summer Cottages. Malaria breeding swamps are unknown. The pure waters flow in the primeval granite, the air is laden with ozone and the odours of pine and cedar. After a careful examination extending over a wide range of country, a number of philanthropic gentlemen have established a large Sanitarium near Gravenhurst (Muskoka Wharf), the dry, bracing air being con- sidered peculiarly beneficial to invalids. The Lakes are situated about 800 feet above the sea level, about 500 feet above Lake Ontario, 138 feet above even Lake Superior. These 'J THE HE.\D OF THE LAKE. (PORT COCKBURN.) lakes have an atmosphere that is not only dry and pure, but light, a matter of great importance in cases where the lungs are affected, and bearing along with it the health-giving properties of pine forests everywhere surrounding. Hay fever simply cannot exist here, and the patient driven from home by that scourge will find immediate relief without medication ; and the victim of over-work, brought to the verge of nervous prostration, will soon find himself pulling an oar with the vigor of a voyageur. : 6 : !-l ' •: 4 /buehoha Hd a jfiebinci ant> fsealtb \J\ UCH has been written about the fishing in our justly celebrated jL X lakes and rivers, and many from all parts of this continent have enjoyed their summer outing" in Muskoka, taking" back to their far-distant homes delightful memories of the superb sport to be had with rod and line, and indelible recollections of the beautiful scenery and the healthful, bracing atmosphere of our northern country, so justly named the Highlands of Canada. Very few of the many scores of anglers and tourists who annually visit the fishing waters of Muskoka are disappointed with their experience and each succeeding sea- son generally shows up the same eager jolly crowd of former years — their ranks usually swelled by new and fresh recruits who are an- xious to participate in the glorious fun in store for them. In the natural order of things there are always a few who go away disap- pointed and who tell dole- ful tales of poor sport, bad accommodations, etc. And right here I would inform intending visitors to our waters that, here as elsewhere, they must work for their success. I have fished in many waters, both in Canada and in the United States, and I have yet to find the lake or stream where more or less exertion and knowledge of the game sought is not a requisite to success. The greatest amount of satisfaction is usually the result of work and exertion on the part of the angler. To those who prefer the surround- ings of the drawing-room in their outings, my advice is to stay at home. ■ 7 • ONE DAYS CATCH. H f : More than half of the pleasure is derived from the freedom from restraints and demands of society. The old suit of clothes, relics of many a sum- mer campaign, is always found the most comfortable and suitable and eagerly donned by the true sportsman. Any one who knows how and where to fish, the proper surroundings and the habits of the game he is seeking will be amply repaid, not only will he be satisfied with his sport, but the scenery and climate will be a constant source of delight. A minute description of the immense fishing and camp- ing grounds to be found in Muskoka would be impossible in an article like this. There are hundreds of lakes of every conceivable shape and size which are not shown on any map or guide book, but which are tributary to, or in the immediate vicinity and within easy reach of the — /f.^^ three main lakes, Muskoka, Rosseau, Joseph, and all these contain game, fish in . almost unlimited quantities. Comparatively few of these smaller lakes' have been fished by the visiting anglers, the very existence of which is unknown to them. Of course extra ex- ertion is required to reach and fish in these waters, but to the indefatigible angler this only adds zest to his efforts and the results are always highly satisfactory. The three larger lakes are more or less known to the angling fraternity. They Lots a\or.e afford innumerable camping and fishing' grounds. They are beautiful sheets of water and are studded with hun- dreds of islands, many of which are owned by sportsmen and tourists hailing from the United States and Canada. On quite a number summer cottages have been built where all the comforts of a home are enjoyed during the season. But there are many others open to the public, and : 8 : ,. 5 f M 'i r ♦ " • campers have only to use the necessary precautions to prevent the spread of that dread scourge of the pine country, fire, and the due consideration in the destruction of timber and the natural beauty of their surroundings. Muskoka Lake is the largest of the chain and usually affords excellent fishing. Black Bass of the small mouth variety are abundant and are game to the last degree. Wall-eyed Pike, or Pickerel, are also plentiful and in weight run up to lo to 12 lbs., and on light tackle are not to be despised for their game or eatable qualities. Salmon Trout, in the pro- per season, can also be caught by deep trolling, and some very large CANOEING BY MOONLIGHT. ones are annually taken. 1 would mention here that the best trolls for salmon in these waters are the "otter bait " and the "McMurray spinner." This troll stands accredited with the largest and best catches of the last two years. One McMurray, in one day, captured sixteen salmon, the aggregate weight of which was over ninety pounds. The most successful bait are minnows, crawfish, the humble "wum," artificial flies and spoons. In the small creeks flowing into the lakes minnows are usually plentiful and crawfish can be procured in most any , : 9 : part of the lake by seeking for them under broken stones or rough shores. Frogs of the small green variety also make excellent bait at times, and are abundant about marshy shores. To be sure a tenderfoot cannot plump his line in any or every part of the lake and be rewarded by a large string, but a few days of careful ob- servation will show him the most likely spot, and a satisfactory catch will reward him for his care. To those who prefer the comforts of a hotel, such as invalids or holi- day seekers, they can be accommodated at almost any point on the three t LADIES PADDLE THEIR OWN CANOE. larger lakes. The hotels are good and the numerous boarding houses clean and comfortable, and charges exceedingly moderate. But to the genuine camper the cost of living is an agreeable surprise. At nearly all the points, ice, that indispensable luxury, can be had either for domestic use or for sending home such trophies as may delight the unfortunate ones who are "chained to business " and who can only guess at and long for the delights of a camp life. On the large lakes small supply steamers run regularly among the numerous camps with fresh meats, vegetables, ani other articles so dear to a camper's palate. S ir ■4 : 10 : ^ ! Gravenhurst, a beautiful town of about 2,500 inhabitants and nicely situated on the high land between Gull and Muskoka lakes, is the chief entrepot to the Muskoka lakes system. It is incorporated and boasts some good hotels and the reputation of being the healthiest spot in Canada, which has been abundantly verified by being the location selected in the entire province for the great National Sanitarium, which is nearing completion, and which will be one of the celebrated institutions of the continent. To those suffering from bronchial, throat and nasal troubles, Mus- koka offers the speediest relief and cure, of any place in America. Hay THE NAVIGATION COMPANY'S HOUSE BOAT, "THE VICTORIA." fever and asthmatic patients usually experience immediate and effectual relief upon their arrival, and are long and sincere in their praises of the pure air and climate of our lake region. The town of Gravenhurst has unexcelled railway and telegraph advantages. During the tourist season no less than five express trains arrive and leave daily ; two daily mails the year around, and local telephone accommodation. To the Muskoka Navigation Company is due, in a large measure, the pleasure and satisfaction derived from an outing in Muskoka. They have five elegantly and well equipped steamers on the lakes, and will have this season to rent, a house-boat, fully furnished and equipped, and will be II : towed and moored at suitable points as the tourist may desire. The Cuisene and appointments on these boats is above reproach and is one of the attractions justly earned by the company. The officers of the com- pany, from the genial and popular manager down to the crew, are cele- brated for their uniform courtesy and kindness, always doing their utmost for the comfort of those who entrust themselves to their care. Taking Gravenhurst as a starting-point the angler and tourist can easily reach any of the lakes mentioned. Boats, canoes, and supplies can be readily taken in, or, if preferred, one can put up at any of the hotels here and make daily excursions. The steamers will always put the camper or angler on any desired point nearest his destination. If anglers who desire to visit our lakes and streams would, before they start, ask for reliable information regarding their desires, etc., it will be cheerfully given them, and they would, in many instances, save themselves useless trouble and disappointment, and those who have no definite location in view, if they will look up the angling fraternity, every information and help will be offered them, and if they be made of the right material, they will not go away disappointed. Finally, in laying before the sportsmen and readers of the Guide our unrivalled attractions, I am only actuated "by a desire to let them know of the pleasures and delights that nature has so lavishly bestowed upon us, so that they can participate in them, and I feel assured that one visit to our lakes will only be a prelude to many others. To the lovers of the gentle art and to the great army of campers in general, we extend a hearty welcome. Any information or help will be cheerfully and sincerely rendered. A. P. Cornell, M.D., Gravenhurst. t m 12 Xahe /Ibushoha FOR the purposes of the Tourist only three o( the countless Lakes of Muskoka need be mentioned. These are Muskoka, Rosseau and Joseph. LAKE MUSKOKA is the lar^rest, being twenty-two miles long and nine miles wide, and its waters have to be traversed to reach the other lakes. Starting from Muskoka Wharf, all passengers are carried to the first stop- ping place — Beaumaris. At Beaumaris, about thirteen miles from Gravenhurst and situated on the east side of the lake there is a. large comfortable hotel, well appointed in every y -, ''-^ YACHTING AT BEAUMARIS. % way, and many tourists and anglers each season take advantage of its comfortable accommodation. Here also a jolly party of anglers from Pittsburg, Pa., annually make their camp and enjoy themselves as only true sportsmen can. In the immediate vicinity of Beaumaris there are many islands and good bass fishing may be had at almost any point. There are many places on this lake where fishing is good and where the tent can be pleasantly pitched, or where hotels and boarding houses aflford comfort to those who prefer them to camping out. All the points or places of interest to the tourist or angler on this lake cannot be men- tioned here, but suffice it to say, to those who enjoy a summer outing, : 13 : ; they cannot go very far wron^ in selecting any place, trusting to the advice of the officers of the steamers. The steamers for the diiTerent lakes meet here, and passengers are transferred for their various destinations. Bala, about twenty miles from Gravenhurst, is situated on the west side of the lake, a daily calling port for the steamers. Here the Mus- kosh River is the outlet for the whole lake system. It pours over a beautiful fall and the scenery here is simply grand. It affords special attractions to the angler, both in camping facilities and hotels, there being several of the latter, clean, new, and comfortable. By taking a trip down the river a few miles the angler and tourist will be amply repaid, both in his catch and enjoyment of some of the most beautiful scenery in the region. About two and a half miles down the Muskosh the Moon River branches off entering the Georgian Bay some twenty miles north of the mouth of the Muskosh. In this river some splendid Maskalonge fishing lOOT nv riMCST r\in in tnt rapids bllow e>^\.o. is to be had for the trouble. To the canoeist a trip down either river to the Bay is one constant source of delight and one never to be forgotten. Again starting from Beaumaris the steamer takes us up Lake Mus- koka to the Indian River, on which is situated Port Carling, and which leads into Lake Rosseau. At Port Carling there is a lock, the scene at which is frequently very lively and picturesque, several steamers, launches and innumerable boats and canoes, filled with gaily attired voyagers, crowd the approaches, while the banks are lined with guests from Stratton House and surrounding cottages, come down to catch a glimpse per- chance of some friend fresh arriving in the country. . _ : '4 : ■ 9 wmm mrmm Xahe IRosseau SAFELY through the lock, we enter Lake Rosseau, which is four- teen miles long in its extreme points, and is one of the most interesting and charming of lakes in this region. The southern portion of the lake is fairly gemmed with islets, aud as they were early selected for their beauty and admirable situation, there are more cottages here than in' any other. This part is called " Venetia," and it is aptly designated, for not in Venice itself are boats and canoe's more used or needed. BATHING AT WINDERMERE. tV,' Passing en route Windermere, a veritable children's paradise, with its stretch of sandy. beach, etc., also Maplehurst, to many the ideal place of resort on the Lake. Near this point the Shadow River, one of the most wonderful natural curiosities of the Muskoka region, empties its waters into the bay on the shores of which the Village of Rosseau stands. The river winds like a silver creek, hemmed in on either side by forest trees. The surface is as motionless as glass, and everything is duplicated in marvellous detail, each leaf and branch having its reflected counterpart, even more distinct than it appears itself. *:: i The scone has a Tiirneresque effect, resembling' a well-known picture. The land, the water, the sky, are harmoniously blended in varying' shades of jfrey, presenting' a most weired appearance. A canoe creeping; alon^; '\ u I I in the shadow of the hither shore — a shadow scarcely distin- guishable from the substance- -stands out as if suspended in mid-air. ' The fair trees look over side by side, And see themselves below." i6 \V. own picture, ryin^f shades L'opinjf alonj; Ajfain startiiiff from Port C'arlinjf, aiiolher steamer cuts across a section of Lalce Rosseau to reHth I.ake Joseph, callin^f at Kerndale, Clevr- hinds, and any other points convenient in its route, we arrive at Port SiHulfieid, the junction of" Lakes Rosseau and Joseph. There is a iar^e hotel a( this point, which is beautit'uily situated, commandinj^ an extensive ■^i^ J view of both lakes. So gfreat is the desire to stay at this favored spot, that although each year its capacities have been enlarged, until now there are rooms for 200 visitors, vet the crv is "still thev come." Pleasant verandahs and shady groves covering the tops of the rocky points, 50 and 60 feet above the level of the water, form pleasant lounging places. scarcely distin- f suspended in ide, '7 : ^h M' Xal?e Josepb THIS LAKE received its name thirty-five years ago from the chief of a surveying party. The Indians called it " the clear water." No rivers carry alluvial deposits into its liquid depths, and the streams that trickle into it from the small flower-bearing lakes on its margin have the happy faculty of leaving vegetable impurities behind. •T**^' I ■

l( I n Stak, ' I'iirry Souiul. IPatr^ Sounb to %n\{c 3'08epb In Less than Ten Houps A Dellerhtful Canoe Tpip Down the Blaokstone River and Home TTl NV lover of beautiful scenery, good fishings and healthful exercise / X ii"^ ^^''^^^ '•'* ^t home in a canoe and not afraid of work can find in this neighborhood ample scope for the exercise of his tastes and muscles. There are numberless canoe routes in almost any direction you can name, and not the least attrac- tive of these really delightful canoe routes is that between this town and Lakes Joseph and Rosseau. Indeed, there are few places in this north land of ours that cannot be reached by stout hands and brave hearts either in birch or Peterboro canoes. Not one of these many routes will be found disappointing and every one of them will amply repay the lover of canoeing tor his exertions. : 23 : A party of tour started in a canoe for the Muskoka Lakes, leaving at six o'clock in the morning with the determination of making- Hamill's point, near the south end of Lake Joseph, before nightfall. Heading down the south channel, a paddle of four miles, and Slide Bay is reached ; a carry of a quarter of a mile brings you into Canoe Lake, across this to another carry of one hundred yards into Jack's Lake, then another fifty yards portage and you will find yourself in Mc- Coy's Lake, across this lake and over another portage of two hun- dred yards into Three Legged and a paddle in its beautiful waters brings the traveller to a stiff half mile carry into Boundary Lake, and another stiff half mile portage till Lake Otter is reached, one of the largest and most beautiful lakes in the District, and second only in size to Lake Joseph. On the shore of Portage Bay, a beautiful arm of this lake, is situated Woodley Manor, the scene of our recent delight- ^ - A 35 LB. LUrtOE - ful camp, and as we passed the old camp grounds, scenes of mirth and pleasure were vividly recalled. From here a short paddle of about a mile and a half brings you to the portage into Salmon Lake over a carry of two hundred yards, down Salmon to the north-east corner of the lake and over another stiff half mile portage aii.„ Rock Lake is reached, then another paddle of three quarters of a mile and a carry of about three hundred yards and you will reach Crane Lake, another beautiful and extensive sheet of water and most queerly shaped. Down this beautiful lake for a distance of nearly five miles the traveller will be delighted with the scenery and if he is a fisherman he will be sure to drop a line, for the fame of Crane Lake as the home of big bass and bigger maskinonge is becoming more than provincial and is even international, for on its shores we found fwo or three large parties of Americans, one party of six belonging to the Toronto Canoe Club, one : ^4 : W* T*^, «.!» il party from Rosseau, and two parties from F.akc Josepli. One enthus- iastic fisherman paused long enough from his beloved pastime to gaze at our little canoe with its load of four men and camp baggage and asked, " Where are the rest of you." Seeing the canoe was pretty well filled, we took that as a joke at our expense and continued on our way. Up Crane creek into Blackstone Lake is nearly a mile and a lovely trip it is. Even the far-famed Shadow River cannot surpass it for the beauty of its shadows, but so much dead timber killed by the lumberman in holding back the water in spring takes from it much of its beauty. A good mile and a half across one end of Blackstone and over an eighth of a mile of portage, very steep at one end, brings us into a pretty little lake called Half Moon. A quarter mile portage, // "^^ AN INLAND LAKE. not difficult, and we reached Burnt Lake ; from the name one might infer that this lake would not be much to look at because it indicates shores destroyed by fires, but we found only one side of it burnt for a short distance and the remainder of the lake a gem, some three quarters of a mile in length with a large bay extending away off to the south-east. Three quarters oi a mile over a hard portage takes us into Robinson Lake, on the east shore of this lake is the well- known Robinson settlement of Conger. Down this lake about a mile to the south end and over a good mile portage we arrived in Portage Lake, across this lake about two miles and a short paddle down a pretty little creek aud we reach Lake Joseph, less than ten hours from : 25 : the time we left F'arry Sound. Down the ramoiis Lake Joseph, the gem of the Muskoka hikes, with its many pretty cottages and dotted with canoes, sail-boats, and skiffs, we had a pleasant paddle of an hour and twenty minutes and arrived at Hamill's Point in time for supper with friends who summer at Point Claremont. Spending a pleasant evening with these friends and after enjoying a pleasant night's rest we left at nine o'clock next morning for Rosseau. Cross- ing Lake Joseph into Little Joe, a distance of about five miles, we made a good half mile portage into Morgan's Bay, Lake Rosseau. ALL ONE FAMILY. After consuming a few quarts of milk supplied by Mrs. Morgan, we again set out and reached Maplehurst at 12.30. We found Maplehurst thronged with visitors and mine host Brown happy and very gracious. After a very excellent dinner with friend Brown we paddled up the famed Shadow River and spent the afternoon with friends at Ashdown, two of whom had shared our pleasures in the camp at Woodley Manor, to which we have referred. : J() *■!* Stem necessity compelled us to turn our steps tovvaril home and it was dark when we reached Portajje Lake. Here we pitched our tent. Bright and early next morning we started on our homeward journey, over the same route to Crane Lake and then down the Black- stone River, across Blackstone Harbor, and up Moon River Bay to San Souci, where we caught the good ship City of Toronto, and reached home the same evening. It would require the pen of a poet and the brush of a painter to do justice to the beauties of the Blackstone and then its loveliness would have to be seen to be fully appreciated. With a kodak we caught some glimpses of its beauties. All canoeists who are in search of really beautiful trips, and every person who loves fishing in lakes as yet almost untouched by the anglers' line, should make some one of the many canoe trips here to be enjoyed. lyiii;^00' 37! ' * :l Uo ■** -Cottagers y Xlourists 1 T is ^TatifViii^f to loam that tlu' (iovfrnnu'iU, aiul the iminicipalities as well, are alive \o the expeiliency of eiicmiraf^^inj; the influx of summer visitors. The jji'overnmetu has promised not todiscriniiiiate ajfainst Americans cominj; to the Muskoka re^jion in the matter oi' fishinf^- rejjulations, and, furthermore, will accede to the desire for tlie amenda- tion of the assessment laws, enablinj,' the municipal authorities to make special rej^'uiations for the partial exemption, at least, of cottajfers from full yearly taxation. Hitherto cotlajj^'ers have been placed upon a par with permanent residents in tlie matter of assessment, the assessors havinjj had no alternative than that ot assessinjf every one alike. A desire for power to discriminate in favor of the summer cotlaj^ers has n. TORONTO CANOK (.MH fRllSINC. \:i voluntarily emanated from some of the municipal authorities, and the Provincial Premier has signified his willinjjness to comply with the re- c]uest. All this is a step in the right direction, the justice of which will be apparent when it is considered that the cottagers only occupy their premises during the summer holidays, and do not make any use of the schools or roads. We understand that a scheme is already well matured for the periodical and thorough inspection of the sanitary arrangements of the Muskoka hotels and boarding houses, which is a most desirable pre- caution. The Muskoka Navigation Co. are the prime movers in all these reforms and we have no doubt about their perseverance in the grand mission of helping to make Muskoka one of the most attractive and satisfactory resorts upon this continent. : 20 : Ebout ' IbotcU ITLL throu),'h these charming waters may be foiiiul modest liotels lY •'"*■' k'^wJ boardinj,' houses. The table is well provided, not with • all the delicacies of the season, but with ^ood substantial fare, which does not overtax those of modest income. This is true of all the resorts in this rej^ion, when we consider the aminuit of appelite-hireedin^"^ o/one daily turned loose. However, if the proprietors of the hotels can stand it, the tourist public can. it is worthy of note that now- here in .America or for that matter, in the world can the health and pleasure seekinj; tourist enjoy so much for so little money, or with such complete immunity from all extortion as in this district. To those who contemplate visit- ting the Muskoka Lakes this sum- mer for the first time, we append a list of the hotels, etc., together with their post ottice address, and it would be advisable to write as early as possible and secure rooms, so that there may be no disappointment. ( For Hotel Rutes, etc., see Advertisements ) There has been published this year a new Index Map and Chart of the Muskoka Lakes, size 28 x 42. It gives the location of all the hotels, cottages, etc., and can be had from Wm. Tyrell & Co., 1 2 King Street VV., Toronto. dloec Season for jfisb an^ (Banic province of Ontario Fishing. — Salmon trout and white fish, Nov. ist to Nov. 30th; both days inclusive; freshwater herring, Oct. 15th to Nov. 30th; speckled trout, Sept. 15th to May ist; brook and river trout, Sept. 15th to Jan. ist; bass, April 15th to June 15th; pickerel, April 15th to May 15th; maska- longe, April 15th to June 15th. Close season partridge, Dec. 15th to Sept. 15th; deer, Nov. 15th to Nov. 1st. liAINKI) TEN POUND IN TWO WEEKS. ^ /Iftushoka %nhcQ Ipart^ Sounb It was the writer's privileg^e to receive an invitation to join a small party in an excursion to Parry Suiinil. Our trip was to be by steamer to the head of Lake Joseph, thence by sta^e to the Ottawa and Parry Sound Railway, and by train to liie Sound. f m IT was in the early days of October, the air fresh and bracinjf, the sun inipartinff sufficient warnitli to make sailing' delightful. We left liravenhurst at 2 o'clock in the afternoon by the Kcnozha, steamed northward to Port Cariing, here we were transferred to the A/imic, the Kcuosha continuing on her course for Port Rosseau. Our route lay in a northwesterly direction, with many a winding in and out among the islands, actually steering towards almost every point of the compass. At Port Sandfield we left Lake Rosseau and entered upon the pellucid waters of Lake Joseph. Here the islands seemed to be even more numerous and more densely wooded. Thus, at the close of the day, as the evening shadows were shutting the enchanting landscapes from our sight, the steamer makes fast to the wharf at Port Cockburn, where we were to pass the night. If in summer the scenery of these island dotted lakes is beautiful, when each islet is like an emerald gem o\\ the water— and it is charming then — its shifting vistas opening out in ever new kaleidescopic patterns, if these summer pictures so please that one never wearies in looking at them, where may words be found that can convey an adequate conception o'i their beauty to one who has not seen these landscapes in the glory of their autumnal dress, when nature has laid aside her mantle of green ank v« w \if MANITOBA SHEETING MOULDINGS. &c. ALWAYS IN STOCK. SASH AND DOORS H FURNISHED TO ORDER. HAVING A VERV LARGE STOCK OF LfMBER TO PICK FROM WE ARE PREPARED TO FURNISH ALMOST ANY QUALITY OF BUILDINQ TIMBER. JdDDsilniniS! S! IN PINE OR HEMLOCK. DRY PINE, HEMLOCK OR HARDWOOD LUMBER REQLIREO FOR BlILOING SUMMER RESIDENCES OR COTTAGES. CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED. F© ALE ISLAND B. OR FARE-THEE-WEUL ISLAND In Lake Miiskok.-!, about three and a half miles from BeaumnriK. This Island, containinfr ■4 acres, is well nooded with pine, oak and soft maple, is surveyed into six lots of from two to three acres each, has .i ^ood building site and bathing^ g^rounii on each lot. This Island is verj' close to Steamlxiat route. Will be sold in bulk or by lots. ISLAND RODIOK. This is a beautiful Island of about five acres, about one and a half miles from Beaiunaris. Close to Steamboat Route. Timber principally pine. Has several bathingr places, and steamboats can land on one side without wharf. Several Small Islands In Lake Atuskoka also for sale. Por terms and particulars address C. MICKLE, Qravenhurst. : 36 : \m (S)mtekh M(DM :R(D)§§(gaaDo MniiskdDlk^. This Hotel is situated at the head of Lake Rosseau, and has accommodation for 200 guests. Good black bass, pickerel, salmon and speckled trout tishin)>^ in the immediate vicinity. Lawn tennis, billiards, boating, bathing and dancing are provided for. The largest hall in Muskoka for dancing and theatrical performances. Water supply to ail parts of the house. Hot and cold water baths, and all sanitary precautions liave been taken to the satisfaction of the Provincial Medical Health Officer. The famous Shadow River (a cut of which will be found on another page) is only five minutes' row or paddle from the hotel, and is one of Muskoka's famous attractions. Daily mail, express and the telegraph office in the house. Comfortable conveyances m.ay be hired and drives made into the country to the numerous small inland lakes where fishing is very good for black bass. Daily stage route to Sword's Hotel, Maple Lake Station on the O. A. & F. Ry., a distance of 12 miles, thence by rail to Parry- sound and Georgian Bay. First-class stock of wines, liquors and cigars constantly on hand. The management of this hotel pays every attention to the comfort and con- venience of its guests. Rates cheerfully quoted on application to _ B.- THE RESIOENT PHYSICIAN LIVES IN THE HOTEL. JOHN MONTEITH, PROPRIETOR. 37 : Port (ockburn The Largest and Most Attractive Hotel on • the Muskoka Lakes. LAKE JOSEPH. EXTKNSIVE PROMKN.ADK HKSIDIiS AN ISLAND PARK IN CONNKCTION WITH THE HOl'SK. An excellent licensed Passenger Yacht belonging to the Hotel. Fine scenery and good fishing in the neighborhood. Boats, canoes and excellent guides on the spot 4 ' HAMILTON, FRA8ER & SONS, Proprietors. ROOMS FOR 80 OUBSTS MAILS DAILY POST OFFICE ON PREMISES. TERMS, FROM $7.00 pepw«ek. V^alks, Drives, Lawn Tennis, Cpoquet, Swings, Quoits, Boats fop Hipe, Etc. Fine Spplng: of Pups Watep, epadlcates Malapla.0 «!> C« «!> ««»«>«» O ^ O $1.25 pep day. SPECIAL RATES FOR FAMILIES. U<7 MUSKOKA LAKE, ONTARIO. FINE SANDY BEACH FOR BATHINQ, FISHING, Etc. mr I^. STEJOUD, I Proprietor. : 38 : 1 ^ s >r I. S f 4 XLms ibotci i\ iMi i in a % (^ ^ 1.^' ^'ft '^ ^ "^'^ l5 beautifully situated at the head of Lai . IN . AM. . IIS . API'OINTMKNTS rilK . IIOTKI, . IS . STRICTI.V . KIKS l-Cl.ASS Till-: . HKAITII ri. . SHADOW . KIVKK. . MISKOKAS . SHOW Hl-All.. . OM.V . A . OlAKIKK . OT . A . .Mll.fc; . DISTANT. . HOOD I'ISIIIMi. . UATIil.Mi. . HOATINi;, . I, AWN . TKNNIS, . HII.I.IAKDS. BAI.I. . ROOM, . Ti;i,IX'.K.\HII . AND . DAII.V . .MAIL. . Al.l. STKA.MKKS . CAI.I. . Al' . TIIK . WIIAUK Ternii $2.00 and SI.JO a day. $12.00 and 110.00 a week. J. P. BROWN, fmo^Rimrom. u flVrOSpeCt Ijsuee IJOtel, Port Siindlicld, is one of the larg'est Summer Resorts on the Muslcoka lakes. It 11^1 is sitiiatei at the junction of lakes Rosse.iii .ind Joseph. There are fine verandas for promenade, a li^ ionif stretch of sandy be.ich for h,ithini;. ^ood tennis (jronnds, hilli.-ird room, lar^e hall for amuse- ments. It is the centre ot social entertainments. One of the Company's excursion steamers to different parts of the lake c.ills daily at the hotel. It is in the centre of the fishin); KTrounds. hoats for hire, express and post office, dailj' mail. It is noted for its (food service. );ood tahle and larfj^e patron.iffe. in short all the necessary adjuncts for the comfort, health or pleasure of patrons. The chjirges are moderate. Illus- trated circular. Tariff rates on .application. ENOCH COX, Proprietor. I r I SUMMER SEASON 1897 101 TIMS t'oitiforlahic Kiiniily llxU-l. piirtly re- incHlvletl, ihtlulif(hlliillv Hitiiati'J iinil i»ilft'iJeill> the inoKt crntral aiul I'onvi'niVnt HlKppliitf phu't' itii tin* i'tiaiii of taken, jis \ iH)tiir«> ean ^et Ut afi> point anil return the Name iln> . Tlie tccnery is lieaiitHiil, air pure and invi'irorat- iuK' Many pretty walk* in the neiiflilHirhncHl. lioiul linalilv ti>r hay I'rver polients. A lilxTal tahle kipl. The betlroDiiiH are etmilortahle and airy and the house is heated with hut air. o o o o ttcnnlfl lawn, o o o o Siu'tahle halhiiiK Iwaih tor hidies and children xear ill hand. .\ well equipped lihrary and reading riiom in elose proximity. The (ishintf eonsisis of hass. pickerel and salmon. There is a jfood lioal house lor the convenience of visitors. N\» k'^ic!*! with priiiunuiccil nyniptoitis of consumption taken. Parties lea\inK I'oronto and Hamilton in the niornintr arrive here ahout 4 p.m. it of a heaulifiil and liFiililitnl cnvironineiit IokoiIut with ovt-'ry I'oinfoii and I'OiivpnitMii't' in iln' hou>4e itself, ini'liidin)( balhrooins, iMc. No portion of iho i-ololiratcil liooix'"" f^»y '* more attractive than that whii-li lies in the inuitediate vit-inily. The appitiai'hes ate in sliellereil wali'r and hoaliii^ may he indulged in at all times with safely, a steam vaclit and row boats hein|f a\ailahle at the luitel. There is splendiil hass fishing; within easy reiich anil the fai-ilivies for enjoy in>{ it are prai'- tieally xood. The resort is very easy of access. There is ilaily contmnnication with all points south hy hoat fri>in Midland and IVnetanjifuishene, and from the cast hy the l>tt;iwa anil l'arr\' Soimd Kailway, which reaches the hav at this spot, the Town of I'arry Sound beiii); one mile ilisiant. The latter railway also makes close connection with the t'lranil Trunk Railway, and travellers from Muskok,-) connect with it via Kosscau or Pi. Cockburn. This l;isi route ])resenls many advantages and promi-es to heciime very popidar. Spei'ial rates jire Kiven to families. Addr..,.. W. F. THOMSON, P«rry Sound. Belvidere Sunmier HoteliMEsw (§T^ MIS wi'11-cHtahlishi'iI and )H>pular lioti-1 is splnuliilt) siluntt'd. haviM)<^ a toinmandin^f \ii'W oi' xUv iuitrjfian May atui siir- aMiDklin^ laiuiscapcs, iunni tiNhiriK' atul iHS'itin^-. FxtfiiMtvc ^rouiuln in c'onni'ctinn uith tlu* hoti'I. AJdruss thi* Maiia^riT. '^mm W ibjaE3t3v'Ste3lSSSsEt5«Ss=]^^S=)tSSS«3 TOURISTS' i il i HOMER & CO. SUPPLIES. ^;^ara^g^^«ra^M DEALERS . IN . DRY . GOODS, . GROCERIES, FRUIT, . CONFECTIONERY, . CROCKERY, GLASSWARE, . FLOUR . AND . FEED, . BOOTS AND . SHOES, . HARDWARE, . STOVES, TINWARE. . ETC OUR SUPPLY BOAT " EDITH MAY" calls at all Points, Cottages, Camps and Hotels on Lakes Rosseau and Joseph, and Is stocked with a complete assortment of Finest Groceries, Fruits, Confectionery, etc. Save freight and all unnecessary trouble by purchasing your Supplies from our Supply Boat, or direct from our Stores at Gravenhurst and Rosseau. 4' *sseati. and v) S) 'i"" natural beauty, the si-encry and sur- O roundintfs ari' unsiirpasM'd In this "Tros- fr,iph i>ffices on the premises. TTcrmg, $1.50 per Oag. ^ Special ■Rates to jFamiUes. THOS. AIT KEN, fKORHiETOR. WINOmmMERE R.O. DR. A. P. CORNELL, XgX ^ THE CORNER tHj xsEt book and drug store, GRAVENHURST. >i A full supply of pure Drugs, Medicines, Pe. fumes, Fancy Qoods, Etc. The latest Novels and Periodicals, '"^ Books and Stationery. Complete stock of Fishing Tackle. One oi the largest stocks of Pishing Tackle carried in Ontario. Careful .ind person.il ;ittertion paid to .ill order.s. Telephone connection with Muskoka Wharf. Opposite Albion Hotel. THE CALEDONIAN HOTEL, JOHN SHARPE, Proprietor. RATES Si.OO PER DAY. GRAVENHURST, ONT. LARGE SAMPLE ROOMS. I''irst-class .-iccommodation for the travellinff public and commercial men. CRAIQIE- LEA I HOUSE, i LAKE JOSEPH. nUSKOKA, CANADA. lEAl'TIKL'LLV situated, at an elevation of.so,^ feet above Lake Ontario. Climate especially beneficial to Throat and l.unif .\ffections. Offers superior inducenients in the way oi I'^ishitiK- lioatin^ and KathinK'. House entirely remodelled and refurnished. Table supplied with home pro- ductions. Siwcial rates to families or for the season. Open July ist. Terms on .'ipplic.ntion. .\ddress MISS CREIOH, Scwicicley, P. A., I). S. BALA FALLS HOTEL, THOMAS CURRIE, Proprietor. BALA P.O.. MUSKOKA, ONTARIO. The Hotel is located on Hala Bay at the head of the Muskosh Kiver. This river is noted for its ^ A JBagg AND W W picfterel fisbtne. rhree miles from Hotel it branches into two streams, the one known as the Muskosh and the other as the Moon river, noted for their muskalonfre and pickerel fishing:. E>cellent iHintIn); and canoeinff and for fishinff and scenerv our location cannot lie excelled. Kates $i.2.s per day, $6 and $8 per week. Special r.ites to parties for the season. LAKE JOSEPH, MUSKOKA, CANADA. This House is open from June ist till Nov. .joth. The situation is ijuite free from hay fever. Boat- ing, fishing;, g^ood hunting', lawn tennis, swiuffs, &c., fine sandv beach for bathing, beautiful bush scenery Post office, piano, &c. June July, Autf.. Sept. Oct, and Nov, - TERMS. • $1 per daj-, $,s to $5 per week. - i.i.s " 6 to 8 - 1 " 5 to 6 " W. B. MACLEAN, PmofKiETOR. II 42 ERNSCLIFFE, ,^L. THIS popular Buartlme Hciuse is situated on II promontory uf lanJ on Lake Kosseau, within tive miles of Rosseau Villaire. (jood substantial farm board. First- class fisliInK and boatinK. Pretty walks in vicinity ; splendid view of lake and islands. Accommodation for thirty guests. Post Office and Daily Mail. Terms, SI.M per day. ALFRED JUDD, Proprietor, jrOHAVIiN P.O., MISKOKA, OXT. Newport House. BEAUTIFULLY SITUATED ()^ THE EAST SHORK OH SKELKTOS LAKK HOUTK Ol TKAVKL BV STACiE IKOM WINDlJKMKRE WHARH VIA ULLSWAIKH TO SKELbTON HAY, THKNC.E BY STEAM YACHT TO THi: HOTEL. TERMS, $1.50 TO $2.00 PER DAY. GORDON W. BRABANT, Proprietor, ASPDIN P. 0. W.J.JOHNSTON, PORT CARLING. ^^ Canoes, KEPT CONSTANTLY ON HAND AT PORT C^\RLING ANI> WINDERMERE JOHN SWORD, MAPLE LAKE STATION. PROPRICTOR OF Swords Hotel Sviford's Stagfe L i r| e Hunnin}; daily between the ('anadu Atlantic Kailwav and the Muskoka Uakes at Port (Bockburn and Rosseau Livery Stables in connection with the Hotel. r^ S UTTON. 'AMP SITUATED UPON THE i^gyy Route via bala canal and Offers ullswater bay. (jood accommodation for a few Boarders, by appointment only, very select party, mostly Theologians. Terms $1.00 per day. E. B. SUTTON, Proprietor. HAI.X I'.O. JOHN BURQESS, BALA, ONT., Qeneral Store and Purveying Establishment. fiVEHY ReQUISITK POH COTTAGERS, CAMPERS AND SPORTSMEN. Ordeks Pkomptly Attended to. ^niiiidl§(D)ir THE LCADING COMMERCIAL AND TOURIST RESORT. LARGE ROOMS. H®ti©Do CRAVENHUR8T, ONT. Islectric Bells and all modern conveniences. Every attention paid to guests. Bar stocked tinly with the best brands of Liquors and Cigars. Rates. $1.00 to $1.50 per day. WM. McDIVITT, Proprietor. SECURE HEALTH Rv nnm BY GOOD LIVINQ. a ^ ^ S. H. ARMSTRONG, BRACEBRIDGE, O ti 44 BUTCHER AND Auctioneer and OATTLE DEALER. Real Estate AKent. 43 tmnmiiMer (g§(Q)iril< I FIFE house! WINDBRflERE. J Beautifully lituatcd on the shores of Lake Rosseau. Fine airy bedrooms, excel- lent beds, dioiag room has DELIGHTFUL LAKE VIEW. Table plenlifully surr'ied »illi all the delicacies of the season, l-irsi class pi.iiui. Nice sanJy beach safe in all pans for laJies and children bathing. Daily mail and express. All letters of enquiry receive prompt attention. 'Lawn Tennis.' DAVID FIFE, Jr. Proprietor. MOWRY & SONS, (3ravenburdt. \»' ■ FOUNDRY AND MACHINE SHOP. ■© All Yacht .ind other Marine Repairs done promptly. BRACEBRIDGE GRIST MILL. JAS. CALVERT. u a ^ -a He is purchasings good wheat by the car lo.-id, and is manufac- turing the best brand of flour which he is sellings at the inill, retail and wholesale. Bran, Shorts, Chop and Chick- en Feed alwa\ s on hand. W. H. WILSON, GROCER AND BUTCHER, QRAVENHURST. 00 Campinfi^ parties around the lakes supplied with Groceries and Fresh s'i'j Meats at close prices O^ Telephone communica- tions with Navigation Co.'s oflfice at dock. GOOIXS DELIVEREO PROMPT. t If SOU come «* ^ .4* g to /ISusftoKa I ^ for rest ^. v.* Don't load your Baggage down with Merchandise. You can buy nearly everything you %vant in Graveiihurst. Try purchasing h.-irdware froin i J. F. YOUNQ. We make the term Hardware as comprehensive .is possible and include Fishing Tackle, Paints, Steam Fittings, Fuel Oil, Stoves, Tinware and Ammunition. This new and elegant hotel is situated half way between the town of Gravenhursi and new Sanitarium on ^luskoka B.iy, being acces- sible both by bus and boat to all G.T.R. trains Open winter and summer. Will be re.idv for guests on May ist, i8g7 THE 6RAVENHURST POST OFFICE. ON MUSKOKA BAY. Mnmrniewaslka TOURIST HOTEL. The special features of this hotel arc perfect sanitation, pure spring water, semi- daily boats to .til points on .\Iiiskoka Lakes, moderate ates, sp.icious parlors, din- ing ,-tnd ball rooms, shaded verandas, tennis lawns and shady park RATES $1 to $2 per day, with special terms to families or Individuals. F, S. HL'RLBLT. Proprietor. : 44 : "\ eaoDDiiiiairn; 2) H(D)tt®Io MUSKOKA LAKE. THIS HOTEL, SITLATEP OK TONDERN ISLAM), IS WrniOL'T nOLBT i ONE OF THE BEST PLACES ON THIS CONTINENT '^ FOR PEOPLE ' TROUBLED wnn HAY FEVER. . ACCOMMODATES ISO PEOPLE. Rjitcs $1,50 to $2.ix> per day. A Rrst-claNs stock of Sail Boats, Row Boats and Canoes for hire, I'or further particulars apply to mm EDWARD PROWSE, - - Beaumaris, Ont. Henry Ditchburn Pkopriktor, Muskoka Railway Wliari OPPOSITE WINDSOR HOTEL, QRAVENHURST. 44 © =a -3 C« Si © QRAVENHURST. ].\S on hand for hire a good stock of Boats and Canoes ready for shipment up the Lakes on arrival of train, and is also prepared to receive orders from intending purchasers of Boats, Canoes, Oars, Paddles, and General Boating' Supplies, sam- ples of which, by the best makers, are kept on view. The proprietor of the iibove Boat House has others well supplied at Port Carlinff, Windermere, M.iple- hurst, and Rosseau, also at the PenetanKuishene Hotel <-ind Georg^ian Bav, and has some desirable Summer Cottages on the Lakes to rent. Boats received for repairs or to be stored for the winter at the owners risk. Address all orders by letter to HENRY DITCHBURN, Post Office, Rosseau. J. 5K1TCH, MERCHANT TAILOR, Denier in Gents' Furnishings, English .ind Scotch Tweeds and Pantings a .Soecialty. .\n excellent fit, good work and Iwst trim- mings guaranteed. Full supply of tourists' ®utfit0. Dry Goods, Ordered Clothing, Boots and Shoes. Orders by mail promptly attended to. Telephone communication with Mus- koka Wharf. All goods delivered to bo,'its free of charge. Establ ished over 26 years. feet ;ihi>ve L.ike Muskoka. VVholesale and retail. Cinipers .-ind Cottagers supplied direct by >l. N. Co.'s Boats. Mail orders re- ceive prompt attention. Livery in con- nection. Lnion Bus meets all Irainsand boats. Baggage transferred. BOX 55 QRAVENHURST. TELEPHONE No. 24, H. R. KINO, BUTCHER, QRAVENHURST. Tourists' Camps and Cottages supplied with fresh meats during the season. Goods shipped hy the M. N. Co.'s boats. Freight prepaid. Hunting Parties provisioned for the entire hunting season. Accur.-ite and reliable information sup- ilied as to best localities for deer, bear and .ill cinds of game. Mail orders promptly atieiided ti>. Telephone communication with Muskoka Wh.irf. Comr.ictor for Supplies for M. N. Co.'s boats. 'Plione No. 37. Clii in D. McEACHREN, TELEPHONE No. 34- Estimates furnished for SUMMER COTTAQES, BOAT HOUSES, ftc on the Muskoka Lakes and District. BOX 68 QRAVENHURST, ONT. Having first-class facilities and a good stock of Builders riaterlals can guarantee good work- manship and prompt attention. 45 Clevelanb'8 Ibouse, Xafte 'Ko00eau, orapae ESTABLISHED o I FIRST CLASS TABLE AND ACCOMMODATION. DAILY STEAMERS AND EXCURSION BOATS. TENNIS, QUOITS, CRICKET AND GOOD BATHING. FOR PARTICULARS AND RATES APPLY TO MINETT & SONS. MINETT POST OFFICE ON PREMISES. Boats and Canoes for Hire. Photography. pipVC the Photogr.iphers of Toronto and DnnlVC Gravcnhurst, haviniar built a new and 4 elegant i<€nllery in the town ofGraven- PDIV hurst, KluskoKa, wish to inform Intend- bnAT ing Tourists and Residents of the Muskoka region thiit the\' are prepcirod to exeeute all orders for work. Qroups> Houses, Camps, Picnics, &c., in any part oi' the lake district at moderate rates. Best qviality guaranteed. We have also on s.tle choice views of the Lakes, Islands, &c., &c., as Souvenirs. Amateur work finished to order. Call and inspect. Barke & Gray, Bet OUEBM ST. W., TOftOMTO, AMD oravkhhurst, muskoka. '4- i 0) LAKE JOSEPH, n MUSKOKA. Good accommodation for fifty. Good fi.shing short distance from Six Mile and Kobecog Lakes, -Safv bathing for Indies and children. Post onice oil the promises. K.ites, Si,f)o per day, Speci.il rates tor families. Address. JOHN J. BARNES, Qordon Bay P, O, Barnesdale. [JAZEL GLEN COTTAGES Are neatly furnished with or without board and are situated about two miles west of IMuskoka wtiarf on Leg; Lake which is one of a chain of lakes lying between IMuskoka !.ake and Severn River (or Sparrow Lake\ where there is pleasant boating and pleasant fishing. Mails received daily, and conveyance furnished to and from IMuskoka wharf. Boats, canoes and guides when required. For fur- ther particulars apply to Box ID aRAVENHURST. R- O. MILLER. 'amipninig! miipipllne; DRY aOODS, QROCERIES, BOOTS AND SHOES, HATS AND CAPS, CLOTHING, CROCKERY. &c Goods carefully packed and delivered at whart. Telephone connections, , Mail orders promptly shippe J. amoves. WTOGRAPHER lit! ^^ ' Port Sandfield O/V THB LAKES FOR OVER 10 YEARS TORONTO : 20S Yonge St. §|« §■« Photographs of Everything and Everybody on the Lakes FOR SALE Rranri VlOW Icljinri situate in Muskoka Lake, directly oppo- UiailU new laiailU site Beaumapls, containing 66 acres. beautifully wooded, never ournt over, partly underbrushed, fine sandy bays, directly in tlie steamboat channel. Will be sold in whole or part. JAMES GRAND, Beaumaris, Muskoka, or Wellington and Jordan Streets, Toronto. = 46 : '"s Hamill's Point Hotel, MRS. M. HAMILL, ProprielrcM. THE FINEST SITUATION ON PEERLESS LAKE JOSEPH. Extensive grounds and primeval forests upon the hotel properly. EXCELLENT STEAMBOAT SERVICE. Ciood tishin^f, hoatin(j, itc. Rates $1.00 per day. .\ccoinniodation for 75 guests. Heaiitiful scenery and moderjitc eharKes for good board has rendereil Il.imiU's Point one of the most popular resorts on the Muskoka Lake district. HAMILL'S POINT P. 0. DR. YOUNG, PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON, BRACEBRIDGE ASSOCIATE CORONER, &c. J. H. WILMOTT, DEALER IN PROVISIONS. CANNED GOODS, FRUITS, CONFECTIONERY, FISHING TACKLE, &C. BEAUMARIS, ont. P W THE OFIil [d) SITl'ATEl) at the foot of Lake Muski>ka. In the immediate neiKhhi>rhood tif nuist popular Deer and I'artridfje Hunting Grounds .ind hut half a mile distant from Moon River, the great fishing resort, tirand scenery, s;md\' beaches, close tt> post and express offices. Boats daily. ,*■», J',», »Mfc '«.' ^A* hlfi rOK TERMS APPLY TO MRS. JOHN BOARD, PROPRIETRESS NO HAY FEVER. SURE CURE. VAIR & McMILLEN, BRACEBRIDQE, ONT., TIIK CHEAPEST AND BEST FRUIT AND VEGETABLE WAREHOUSE NORTH OF BARRIE. Orders by post or by twice daily steamer will he promptly filled. Provisions and lirciceries of the best quality at moderate prices. FRUIT A SfECIALTY. F. D. STUBBS & CO., PORT CARLINC, DEALERS IN GROCERIES, DRY GOODS, BOOTS AND SHOES, FLOIR, FEED AND PROVISIONS. CHOICE FRESH FRUITS IN THEIR SE.VSON. F. I). S. & Co. hope by strict attention to business and by selling good goods at reason- able prices to merit a share of the public pat- ronage. The nearest stori' to the boat land- ings and locks. : 47 : TH ^QUEEN'S TORONTO I S ONE OF THE LARGEST, MOST COMFORTABLE AND HOME-LIKE HOTELS IN CANADA. The Queen's has always been patronized by members of the Royal Family, Qovernor General, Prime Minister, and all distin- guished English and American visitors when in Toronto « McGAW &. WINNETT, PROPRIETORS RATES, $3.00 TO $5.00 PER DAY. 48 I V W ' W i^lfWiM ^ M l ' . ll!' WTW^M^^l^'S'W W M *. ** \WM wp y ^i *- '*'** if M ^"^T' W ^i M W^^^iffiffl|wy n » ' w 'M . 'M J M y - M M . imr vmmf^V^^wnvpW^PWKwm ,f 1 ( 1 , 1 i f ^ Going to Joronto ? The headquarters for tourists and transient visitors is . , . Webb's Restaurant situated •'inht in tlie iieart of the city, at 66 and 68 Yonge Street. In size and eiinipment it well de- serves file name of the . . . The Largest and Most Complete Restaurant in Canada. The front elevator runs to the Ladies" l)ininsj;-room. with coinfortahle Wait- ing and Ketiring Kooms adjoining. Parcels are checked for the day free of charge. A Muskoka Appetite is not usually too particular, but many campers complain that it is hard to get good I read. You may ovei ome this difficulty by liaving Webb's Bread sent up from Toronto. We ship it two or three times a week, as desired, carefully packed to keep fresh for several days. It is made tor people wiio want the best. Satisfaction goes with every order. The Harry Wobb Co. Ltd. Restaurant, 68 & 68 Yonge Street Caterinsr Establishment, Bakery and Candy I OrOflt.O Factory, 445 & 447 Yonge Street J % y \ ^.