One of the most incredible places in Meaford is a wall that is comprised of various sized rocks that separates the calm shaded blue waves of the bay with the busy bustle of the town.
At times it is not difficult to neglect the glistening water that surrounds our small town, but its importance is inconceivable. Tourists and residents alike can find solidarity in the walkway that brings one closer to both the community and nature.
Not only is the break-wall rich in local history as it is located near the Meaford museum, it is also a historical landmark that commemorates the life of a particularly special person.
At the heart of the break-wall lies a lookout point that is dedicated to the late Elmer Hodgkinson.
Through many years of hard work and dedication to this town, Elmer founded the Apple Harvest Craft Show that successfully continues year after year. Elmer's initiative and positive attitude has profoundly impacted different facets of this town.
It is only appropriate that the memory of Elmer lives on through such a calm and natural place that promotes positive thinking and community interaction.
Old and young, big and small, we can all be thankful for such a uniquely beautiful landmark in an equally special town.
A life-long resident of Meaford, Stephanie Rennie loves to live in and write about the community of Meaford. Stephanie is working in the Children’s Department of the Meaford Public Library this summer. In the fall she will be completing the final year of a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and History at the University of Guelph.
Stephanie is the new Assistant Editor for The Meaford Independent.
