Summer is in full swing at Hay Lake. We are grateful to be open, and it seems a lot of people just want a few days “away”. Cabins are busy as Ontario begins a season of staycations; it's a good time to explore our own backyard! It has been our pleasure this season to welcome both first time and returning guests. Some of our visitors have not been here for several years, but have said they remember the peace and the quiet and the cabins and want a safe clean place to holiday. It seems like a good idea then to provide a description of daily life at Hay Lake Lodge and Cottages. It is true that Covid has made for new ways of doing a few things. We want returning guests (and anyone reading old Trip Advisor reviews!) to know we have discontinued our breakfast service. You will want to bring breakfast supplies or you can order take-out from the Lunch Bar in Whitney starting at 8:00 a.m. Our local grocery is happy to serve you, and the Mad Musher has patio service till 8:00 pm. Check in is now 4:30 because of the extra cleaning. When you get here you do not need to come in to the Lodge and register - When you arrive I'll come out to greet you (from a safe distance :). Then I will lead you and your car to your cabin. I'll let you open the door to the cabin, and I'll wear a mask while I am on the porch with you while I make sure you have what you need, and tell you about Hay Lake. There is now a small booklet in each cabin with suggestions for your stay. We have to throw away the coffee or tea that is left behind so you now have a Keurig in the cabin with starter pods. The 12-Cup drip coffeemaker is also still there if you want to bring your own coffee and basket filters. There are no books in the cabins this season since it takes too long to sanitize before the next guests arrive, so you will likely want to bring a few for relaxing on the porch. If you want to go paddling, you will choose your canoe/kayak when you are here and we will tag it and put it by the water close to your cabin. You will keep the life jackets and paddles on your porch. I think most people have gotten used to social distancing, but it will be something to remember while checking wifi in the lodge or on the deck. There is sanitizer in the lodge and on the deck. But the important things have not changed. Hay Lake is as beautiful as ever, there is plenty of room for hikes and relaxing, and summer is here! If you have any questions don’t hesitate to call or email- See you soon, Erin