How to stay cool in a heatwave
May 24th, 2017

How to stay cool in a heatwave

Warm weather is welcomed in Canada — but too much heat isn’t.

Heading up north for cottage weekends is often the highlight of our summers, but getting caught in sticky, smelly heatwaves puts a damper on getaways. While some cottagers are lucky enough to cool off with modern air conditioning systems, those in rustic or vintage cottages are stuck with sometimes unbearable heat. If your cottage falls into the latter category — or you just like spending your time outdoors — here are some easy ways to stay cool in the middle of a heatwave. 

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