Before you decide on this loop or any other, I’d suggest calling the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and requesting their map “Canoeing in the Temagami Area” ($4.25; 705-755-2000).

The International Lake Ontario-St. Lawrence River Board said in December there was a 28% chance of flooding; that’s since been reduced to 8%.

Anyone who wishes to help out can visit Granite Quarry Town Hall, located at 143 N. Salisbury Ave., or call 704-279-5596 during standard business hours. The town is asking for all gifts and ...