Hei. Is there a better smell than fresh cedar? Possibly, but I haven’t traveled enough to find it.

Pro tip, next time you’re getting your deck re-done, save a few of the off cuts for your closets and drawers. Cedar slowly releases aromatic oils that can repel moths, insects, and mold, helping protect your clothing and fabrics from damage and odours 🪵💁‍♂️

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Muskoka Forecast

🗓️ This week in Muskoka

Huntsville SnowFest 2026

Until March 8

📍Rivermill Park

Groove Theory

Feb 6 • 9:00 pm

📍Bracebridge Hall

Kelly Shires Breast Cancer Snow Run

Feb 6-8

📍Hidden Valley Resort

The Essentials

Make every day a spa day with an at-home sauna. 🧖

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Two truths and a Loon

Larry the Loon is back, and is looking to test your ability to spot the which of the below is bologna.

  • Saunas originated in Finland over 2,000 years ago.

  • Pouring water on sauna stones to create steam is called “löyly.”

  • Traditional saunas are designed to stay below 120°F to prevent sweating too quickly.

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Answer

#3 Traditional saunas are WAY hotter than that (often 71–93 °C)…sweating is kinda the whole point 🥵

A Final Note

A house without a sauna is not a home.

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