Huntsville never had an easy time during its formative decades. Founded in the 1860's amid the picturesque lakes and hills of northern Muskoka, the hamlet struggled in competition with nearby settlements. The arrival of the railway in 1886 brought major industry and soon the local economy was humming on the region's bountiful timber resources. Its future assured, Huntsville was incorporated as a village -- only to burn down eight years later. The citizens rebuilt, but in the ensuing years they had to cope with two world wars, the Depression, industry upheaval and the constant battle to secure their share of the lucrative and growing Muskoka tourism trade. Despite the challenges, Huntsville's energetic citizens made it onto the national and even world scene with such achievements as an early form of medicare, a first-rate band, a thriller of a ski jump, one of the largest tanneries in the British Empire, and a series of splendid Depression-banishing winter carnivals. In Huntsville: With Spirit and Resolve, Susan Pryke captures in vivid detail the challenges and successes from pioneer days to the mid 20th Century.

Huntsville: With spirit and resolve

Pryke, Susan

Fox Meadow Creations

Long-time all-season Muskokan Susan Pryke knows more about Muskoka than almost anyone around those parts, and in this thoroughly researched guide she digs deep into Muskoka history to reveal the personal stories and timeless charm behind all things ashore in the Muskoka and Lake of Bays area. Explore Muskoka is a delight to read and a valuable source of information for both visitors and cottagers.

Explore Muskoka

Travel

Canada

Boston Mills Press

This is the story of Windermere House, its famous past, its terrible destruction, and its miraculous rise from the ashes. Today, the grand Lady of the Lakes stands once again, fully restored to her former glory.

Windermere House: The Tradition Continues

History

Americas

This is richly illustrated pictorial history shows the famous Clevelands House resort through the years and tells the remarkable tales of its owners, staff and guests.

The History of Clevelands House: Magic Summers

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Books by Pryke, Susan

See the best price to sell, buy, or rent books by Pryke, Susan. BookScouter helps to compare book prices from 25+ online bookstores and 30+ buyback vendors with a single search.

Huntsville: With spirit and resolve

Explore Muskoka

Windermere House: The Tradition Continues

The History of Clevelands House: Magic Summers