Parks, Rec & Trails

The next regular meeting of Algonquin Highlands Council will take place on the morning of Thursday, June 18 commencing at 9 a.m. Please note the agenda includes a facilitated session led by the Eastern Ontario Regional Network (EORN) to gather Council's input for the County of Haliburton's community-wide Affordability and Governance Structure Study. 

Join instructor Mary An Blythe for this three-week class (Thursdays June 18, 25 and July 2) for a journey into the world of water colour. Classes take place at the Dorset Recreation Centre from 12: 30 to 3 p.m. and participants will paint a new piece each week.

Save the date! You are invited to share your thoughts and ideas on the future of Haliburton County at open house sessions on June 23, 24 and 25!

A fascinating lineup of speakers is scheduled for the Oxtongue Lake Speakers Series at the Oxtongue Lake Community Centre this summer! 

Please note the special meeting of Algonquin Highlands Council that had been scheduled for 9 a.m. on Tuesday, June 9 has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience. 

The Township of Algonquin Highlands Parks, Recreation and Trails Department is seeking to fulfill the following existing seasonal position:

Position: Seasonal Student Trail Technician

Haliburton County, ON, June 8, 2026 – Beginning today, residents and business owners across Haliburton County are invited to share their ideas about what municipal governments can do today to build a stronger future for our communities.

Catch the fun at this summertime favourite for those aged 16 and under! 

Lloyd Stonehouse has been conducting soapstone carving seminars from coast to coast in Canada as well as internationally since the 1990s. He spends his summer paddling a canoe and offering soapstone workshops. Come and learn how to carve your own sculpture. All tools, stone and supplies are provided.