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	Manitoulin Island - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Manitoulin Island is the world's largest freshwater lake island, with an area of 2,766 square kilometres (1068 square miles).
		The island constitutes the Manitoulin District census division of Ontario.
		Manitoulin Island's soil is relatively alkaline, which precludes the growth of common Northern Ontario flora like blueberries, and allows for the island's trademark hawberries.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Manitoulin_Island (653 words)

	Manitoulin District, Ontario - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The Manitoulin District is a district in Northeastern Ontario in the Canadian province of Ontario.
		In 2001, the population of Manitoulin District was 12,679.
		Bruce - Dufferin - Elgin - Essex - Frontenac - Grey - Haliburton - Hastings - Huron - Lambton - Lanark - Leeds and Grenville - Lennox and Addington - Middlesex - Northumberland - Perth - Peterborough - Prescott and Russell - Renfrew - Simcoe - Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry - Wellington
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Manitoulin_District,_Ontario (431 words)

	Georgian Bay - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Marie, dividing Manitoulin Island from the mainland of Northern Ontario.
		Manitoulin Island, lying along the northern side of the bay is the world's largest island in a freshwater lake.
		Names of islands such as "Manitoulin" (from Gitchi Manitou, the Great Spirit) and "Giant's Tomb" are indicative of the richness of the cultural history of the area.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Georgian_Bay (751 words)

	Manitoulin Island: Facts and details from Encyclopedia Topic (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The kagawong river is a river on manitoulin island which flows from lake kagawong to empty into mudge bay on the north channel lake huron....
		The mindemoya river is a river on manitoulin island which flows from mindemoya lake to empty into providence bay on lake huron....
		Manitoulin means spirit island in the Ojibwe language[For more facts and a topic of this subject, click this link].
	www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/m/ma/manitoulin_island.htm (2150 words)

	Manitoulin Island
		Islands are always a little rustic and behind the times, it seems, from the mainlander's point of view.
		Manitoulin approaches the mainland of Ontario only at the island's extreme northeast corner, and, even then, it actually only makes contact with two other islands, reachable only at the end of a mountainous peninsula.
		As I left Manitoulin that June aboard the Chi-Cheemaun ferry and watched the island disappear in the mists of Lake Huron, I was overwhelmed with a sense that there was magic in the place.
	continuouswave.com /north-channel/manitoulin.html (772 words)

	Artemisia: This is Manitoulin
		Manitoulin is part of the long Niagara escarpment which is estimated to be between 390 to 430 million years old, so impressive, and has a unique formation of limestone, dolomite and shale, more than 500 meters thick here which attracts many a geologist and rock climbers from near and far.
		Manitoulin Island is on Georgian Bay and at the north end of Lake Huron, (one of the great lakes); steeped in history and lore.
		What brings me to Manitoulin year after year is the fact that the land is old, very, very old; the expanse wide, nature still natural and the size and dimension of the island allows anyone to connect deeply to the spirit of the ancestors.
	www.scn.org /~artemis/retreats/manitoulin.htm (828 words)

	Manitoulin Island - Hutchinson encyclopedia article about Manitoulin Island (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Administratively, the island is part of the province of Ontario, and is separated from the mainland by the North Channel (to the north) and Georgian Bay (to the east).
		A hilly island, Manitoulin's backbone is formed by the Niagara Escarpment, which rises to a high point of 358 m/1,175 ft. It has a heavily indented coastline, numerous bays, and several large lakes.
		Occupied by the Ottawa before the 17th century, Manitoulin Island was visited by Jesuit missionaries in 1648.
	encyclopedia.farlex.com /Manitoulin+Island (292 words)

	Manitoulin Island (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		, the largest island in the world located in a lake, is part of an archipelago at the top of Lake HURON that straddles the Ontario-Michigan border.
		The island was sporadically inhabited until the 1830s when it became the centre of Indian administration for northern Ontario.
		Since the 1920s the island has become a popular outdoor recreation area, and tourism and agriculture are now the principal activities.
	www.thecanadianencyclopedia.com /PrinterFriendly.cfm?Params=A1ARTA0005076 (264 words)

	Rainbow Country - Manitoulin and North Channel
		Manitoulin Island is the world's largest freshwater island and is also home of the world's largest lake within a freshwater island.
		Manitoulins' beauty and tranquility is puncuated by quaint towns and a variety of inland lakes.
		The North Channel of Lake Huron encompasses the northern shores of Manitoulin Island to the southern shores of the mainland.
	www.rainbowcountry.com /regions/manitoulin/mnc_site.html (1909 words)

	Manitoulin Island, Ontario (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Manitoulin Island is in the northern part of Lake Huron.
		Manitoulin Island, the largest island in a freshwater lake in the world, is a very pleasant and peaceful rural backwater.
		Most of the little towns on the island offer a somewhat limited range of accommodation and restaurants, but there are no chain motels and no fast food (this last fact of course being a point in their favour for some people, a point against them for others).
	freespace.virgin.net /john.cletheroe/usa_can/on/manit.htm (941 words)

	Manitoulin Island (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		It is the largest island in a freshwater lake in the world.
		There is evidence that the native people have been using the land island for 9000 years.
		When JESUIT missionaries arrived in 1648, the island was occupied by the OTTAWA.
	www.thecanadianencyclopedia.com /PrinterFriendly.cfm?Params=J1ARTJ0005076 (173 words)

	Manitoulin Island cottages, resorts islands for sale ecottagecanada.com
		Manitoulin Island is located in Northern Ontario in Lake Huron and is reported to be the world’s largest freshwater island, being approximately 80 miles long and 35 miles at its widest.
		Manitoulin Island is a unique scenic region, where Native life and legend meld with European history to provide an unforgettable vacation experience.
		Manitoulin Island is a beacon for hikers and cyclists alike, drawing them to ever-new discoveries down winding scenic roads and magnificent hiking trails.
	www.ecottagecanada.com /fcontent/ontario/Manitoulin (347 words)

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		Manitoulin, the world's largest island in a freshwater lake, is located in Lake Huron north from the Bruce Peninsula across the channel connecting that lake to Georgian Bay.
		At the town of Birch Island we left the Precambrian granite to continue on the younger Palaeozoic limestone of the Niagara Escarpment.
		And our last sight of this unusual island was of two more slowly flying in echelon along the shore, their long, outstretched and slightly-drooping necks clearly differentiating them from our local "crane" -- the great blue heron.
	www.acsu.buffalo.edu /~insrisg/nature/nw98/manitoulin.html (670 words)

	Waterfront Cottage on Manitoulin Island, Northern Ontario Canada
		Manitoulin Island is located at the northern end of Lake Huron, and is close to Lake Superior (the lake to the West of Manitoulin), Lake Michigan (the lake to the South-West), and Georgian Bay (to the East); a virtual cross roads of fresh water.
		Manitoulin Island has some of the best cottage country, fishing, boating, beaches, and water sports in all of Canada.
		Manitoulin Island is accessed by the swing bridge to the North, or the large car ferry from the South.
	www.blacksbay.com (570 words)

	Central Manitoulin - Manitoulin Island
		The Township of Central Manitoulin is located in the central portion of Manitoulin Island, bounded by Lake Huron to the west, Lake Manitou to the east and is an amalgamation of the three townships of Carnarvon, Sandfield and Campbell.
		At the end of the walk is a new Interpretive Centre, built of the very coral reef limestone that is the backbone of the Manitoulin Island.
		Lake Manitou is the largest and deepest lake on the island and is used year-round for activities such as boating, swimming, fishing and snowmobiling.
	www.centralmanitoulin.ca (325 words)

	Manitoulin Island, Manitoulin (www.manitoulin-island.com)
		Manitoulin Island is a must for the outdoor visitor.
		Manitoulin Island is Northern Ontario’s best kept secret and the largest freshwater island in the world.
		The island town of Manitowaning was the first European settlement, whilst Wikwemikong remains the only unceded Indian Reserve in Canada.
	www.manitoulin-island.com (258 words)

	Discover Vaction Rentals - Lake kagawong
		Manitoulin Island is the largest fresh water island in the world.
		There are some restaurants and shops to be found on the island but the main reason for coming here is to enjoy nature or get away from it all.
		Most visitors are likely to arrive by car, whether you drove through Espanola, flew in, or took the ferry (you could bike from the ferry - about 2.5 hour bike ride, or fly a float plane up to the dock).
	www.discovervr.com /kagawong.html (275 words)

	Canadian First Nations -- Manitoulin (1862), Robinson (1850) Treaties
		This treaty diminishes an early one (1836) in which the whole of Manitoulin Island was to be reserved Indian land.
		The Manitoulin Island Treaty is one of the most interesting.
		The large Manitoulin Island internment or concentration camp was clearly intended to transfer these Indians away from the action.
	www.kstrom.net /isk/maps/cantreaty/manitoulin.html (890 words)

	manitoulin.ca
		MANITOULIN-At the end of a bumpy dirt lane, half-hidden by a thick stand of trees, is the red brick farmhouse where Melvin and Linda Moggy make their home.
		They haven't always: across the lane, partially screened by a panel of sun-bleached boards, is the trailer where they raised their eight children.
		MANITOULIN-For generations First Nation communities have watched their children go off-Island, even out-of-province, if they require foster care and especially if they have medical conditions.
	www.manitoulin.ca (260 words)

	Manitoulin Island and Native American Woodland-Legend Painting
		Instead of the whole island being a Native Nation, small reserves -- West Bay (tribal offices), Sheshegwanig, Sucker Creek, Birch Island, and (on the eastern end), Manitoulin Island Reserve No. 26 are scattered among land occupied by settlers.
		The island was chosen for its spiritual significance.
		Manitoulin's very name means "place of the sacred powers of the Manitous".
	www.kstrom.net /isk/art/odjig/manitou.html (1346 words)

	Rainbow Country - Manitoulin Tourism Association (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Manitoulin Island is the largest freshwater island in the world!With over 100 inland freshwater lakes, Manitoulin is a popular destination for boaters and anglers alike.
		The Island's tranquil beauty and charm is punctuated by quaint towns and pristine waters.
		The Island is also home to one of the largest and longest running pow wows in North America.
	www.rainbowcountry.com /regions/manitoulin/members/mnc_MTA.html (160 words)

	North Channel and Manitoulin Island (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Manitoulin is the largest island in freshwater in the world.
		In conjunction with Cockburn Island and Drummond Island to the west, it appears to form the northern shore of lower Lake Huron.
		But hidden to the north is the lake's ultimate reach: the North Channel, the home of hundreds of uninhabited islands and an unspoiled, freshwater, cruising paradise for small boats.
	continuouswave.com /north-channel (99 words)

	Archived Ontario Birding Reports - Manitoulin Island 1998
		On Manitoulin Island the Bald Eagles are begining to gather for the Christmas Bird Counts on December 19 and 20.
		The island's lush green and growthy cover that exploded in spring is imploding to a crisp autumn brown far too early.
		Heather Baines, a friend from Sudbury has been birding up the island from east to west today and the report she turns in suggests that one can find birds at feeders, at landfill sites, and on the open water of bays that are reopening in the mild weather.
	www.web-nat.com /bic/ont/Archives/arcman98.htm (15505 words)

	Manitoulin Island Bed and Breakfast: Green Bay Lodge (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Manitoulin provides the perfect retreat and invites you to enjoy the beautiful environment, to swim in crystal clear water, to hike the many trails overlooking the spectacular Niagara escarpment, to fish, to golf, or, to discover the history and art of Canada's First Nation people.
		Lake Manitou is the largest and deepest lake on Manitoulin Island, covering an area of 100 square kilometers.
		Manitoulin maintains 450km of well-groomed trails ideal for snowmobiling.
	www.manitoulinmagic.ca /greenbaylodge.html (307 words)

	The Island
		This island is in McGregor Bay, at the north end of Georgian Bay, just north east of Manitoulin Island in Lake Huron.
		The island is about 2 acres and is owned jointly by three siblings, one of which I have known since grade school.
		Due to the declining health of the owner, the island is now for sale after having been in his family for over 50 years.
	www.frisinger.net /island/island.html (387 words)

	The Manitoulin Link - By The Island, For the Island
		ome to approximately 12,000 permanent residents, the Island's population swells each summer with folks looking to escape the turmoil of modern urban living and recapture a forgotten world of fresh waters and untouched forests.
		Manitoulin is famous for its secret hideaways and endless days spent relaxing in the summer sun and breathing in the refreshing Lake Huron breezes.
		major feature of "The Manitoulin Link" is our popular and long-running Message Board, which links "Haweaters" (a nickname given to those born on the island), island residents and Manitoulin fans from all over the world together to discuss their favourite freshwater island.
	www.manitoulin-link.com (175 words)

	Manitoulin Island real estate, Canada Real Estate Directory
		Manitoulin Island is located in northern Lake Huron.
		The main industries of the island are agriculture and tourism.
		We specialize in Manitoulin Island waterfront homes, cottages, lots, large tracts of land, acreage, residential and commercial property for over 35 years in the area.
	www.real-estate-2000.com /manitoulin_island_on.htm (241 words)

	Manitoulin Island
		Manitoulin island is the worlds largest freshwater island and is located in northern Ontario in lake Huron.
		During the summer months, the population on the island grows to more than a quarter of its usual size due to all the boating and other activities offered on the island.
		There are many different resorts on the island as well as cottages for rent.
	www.niagaratechnology.com /manitoulin (214 words)

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