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‘Ripples Through Time’ constitutes a nostalgic cruise through the lives of many of those who, in their passing, have stirred the shimmering waters of Lower Beverley Lake. In 2007, the Lower Beverley Lake Association celebrated its 75th anniversary, and what better way could there be to honour this occasion than by capturing for posterity much of the early history of the lake?

This book focuses primarily on the older homes and stories of those who settled here in the late 1800’s and early 20th century. Many homes have been built in recent years that will also form part of our history when the time comes. We urge all who read these pages to start recording their history now, and not join those who say “I wish I had asked these questions to my parents…grandparents…, etc.” Sources used to capture these ‘ripples through time’ include local histories, newspaper articles, lectures, surveys, archives, tours, maps, photographs, artefacts, genealogies and many, many interviews. To write a comprehensive history would have taken more resources than we could muster. We have attempted to capture the flavour of what life was like on the lake in earlier days, a sense of who lived here then, what kinds of structures they built, and what activities took up their time.

We apologize if the book left out people or buildings which you may deem more significant. Our challenge was to choose amongst the myriad of stories and photographs we collected from those who generously contributed their recollections. We sincerely hope you will find the results an interesting glimmer into past life on Lower Beverley Lake.

Enjoy these ripples through time….celebrate those whose memories we cherish in these pages, above all, enjoy the never-ending beauty of our magnificent Lower Beverley Lake.  Available at any of our events, on your LBLA membership form or you may contact an executive board member.

Ripples Through Time Order form

Reflections on a Rideau Lake by Jeanne Broley Patric

LBLA has reprinted the book by our own Jeanne Patric.  It has writings, poems and art by Jeanne and includes her memories from her life on Lower Beverley.  From a child living on Whiskey Island and rowing to school to retiring beyond the narrows with her husband Pat, Jeanne loved Lower Beverley and it is apparent in her work.  We appreciate her children’s permission to reprint this awesome book and are charging only what it cost us to print – $25.  Available at any of our events, on your LBLA membership form or you may contact an executive board member.

Broley Reflections Book Order form

LBLA Decals

2 sizes available: Large ($5)  is 4 inches x 6 inches, Small ($3) is 2 inches x 4 inches.  Available at any of our events, on your LBLA membership form or you may contact an executive board member.

Self-Tour of the Lake

lake map 2010