This cache has been placed as part of an initiative by the County of Peterborough, its member municipalities, the City of Peterborough and local First Nation communities to celebrate Canada 150+. There are 23 geocaches placed throughout the region showcasing local history.
The geocoin stock has now been exhausted. Please continue to enjoy exploring local history through other geocaches within the Canada 150+ collection.
GC Codes full list: GC74A7F - Payne Murders & First Execution, GC74A76 - Victoria Museum at "Inverlea", GC72PWE - Memengweshii, GC72PWP - Historic Curve Lake Village, GC72PX1 - Old Rail Road Stop, GC72PXA - Hiawatha Church, GC72VFW - Sucker Hunt at "Welbeck", GC74A7Q - Richard Birdsall, GC74A7V - John Deyell, GC74A7Y - Cavan Blazers & Paddy Maguire, GC72VG3 - Balm for her Wounded Heart, GC72VGA - Sedgwick Lime Kiln Park, GC72WDJ - Nepheline Syenite A Global Lustre, GC75D68 - Havelock Public School, GC72WDT - The Brush Factory, GC72VGJ - Sam Edgar Crypt, GC72VGQ - Nelson Brawl at the Keene Hotel, GC75D6H - Lang Grist Mill, GC72VGW - Catharine Parr Traill, GC72WDZ - The Pope Stallion, GC75D5Q - Adam & Eve Rocks, GC74A8B - Going to School on the Oregon Trail.
The nepheline syenite deposit was discovered just north of Havelock in the 1890’s, with its mine opening at Nephton in 1935 and Blue Mountain in 1955. This important resource is an inert igneous rock, formed from molten magma. You can find nepheline syenite in products that you use every day, such as glass bottles, paint, ceramics and tile. It adds a sheen & lustre that makes such products prized, while lowering production temperatures and adding strength. The increase in demand from major markets such as glass, filters, adhesives and ceramics is expected to increase demand for nepheline syenite around the world.
Because the mine in Havelock uses dry, chemical-free, mechanical processes, Unimin Canada takes extraordinary steps to manage the dust created, especially on dry, hot summer days. Dust control measures include water cannons, re-vegetation and the installation of rock armour. These techniques help to protect the beauty and enjoyment of prime cottage country in the surrounding Kawartha Lakes.
Unimin’s nearby Nephton and Blue Mountain mines have been considered cornerstones of business in the Havelock community for generations. After the passenger service for the railway in Havelock ended in 1965, nepheline syenite continued to play a large role the railway’s activities to this day.