The Highland Grove library has a great book on the history and development of Harcourt Park, called, 'Harcourt Park, Fifty Years of Stewardship and Beyond' written by Alan Wargo and contributions from numerous people.
A few of the interesting facts:
-privately owned, 6900 acres mostly in Township of Dysart
-544 individuals or familes own or lease cottages
-all cottages on lakes
-community centre, tennis court, playground, marina/store
-established 1960's
-self governing
-some of the responsibilities of the board of directors include: fish managment, newsletter, treasurer, roads, fire marshall, recreation, aesthetics, resources, security, environmental quality, website, municipal regulations.
Struggles:
"Maintaining privacy in the face of increased ATV and snowmobile useage and unauthorized fishing by non-members is an ongoing struggle."
This book really celebrates the many volunteers with pictures and names who have established a very unique Park.
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