Gary switches gears in recovery

Gary continues to pick up speed in his recovery, switching gears into the next phase of his rehab this past weekend.

A few days ago, Gary started using a new arm attachment for his cycling apparatus. It was only about half a year ago that he started using the same cycling machine with his legs. He continues to regain more and more of his fine motor skills each month, and his recovery overall is continuing at a steady pace. Staff here at Muskoka Chautauqua continue to be amazed at the volume of well wishes for Gary that flood through the phone lines every day. Though Gary's been away from Muskoka for well over a year now, Muskoka certainly has not forgotten him!

Flavours moves forward key ingredient in spirit

Though he's not physically in the mix this year, Gary continues to shape the taste of our annual culinary event - Flavours of Muskoka Chatuauqua - from areas afar.

It was around this time last year that Gary first fell ill, and though his recovery has taken him into southern Ontario, he continues to work with our staff and organizing committee to pin down every last detail of the gourmet food event from his hospital bed.

Flavours has always been a very special event for Gary, and though he's unable to attend this year, he's hoping the event will continue to bring rich flavour to the region for years to come.

A big Muskoka Chautauqua thank you goes out this week from us to the wonderful staff at our local newspaper What's Up Muskoka. This week's edition features an article detailing Gary's extensive involvement with Flavours over the years. Their talented staff covered the progress of Gary's recovery from the get go, and we're all deeply grateful for their ongoing support.

For tickets to Flavours, please visit www.muskokachautauqua.ca, or call 705-765-1048. This year, the event takes place on Sunday, June 15, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the JW Marriott The Rosseau Resort and Spa in Minett.