21. The island is a popular tourist destination, especially for cottagers from nearby Sault Ste. 22. Howe Island has a shared community of farming, as well as " cottagers ". 23. The first cottagers purchased property here in the 1950s when the land was originally subdivided. 24. The plots granted to cottagers can be estimated to be around 1.5 acres. 25. But she decided to " introduce " her pet to several cottagers under 12. 26. This lake is also a popular summer destination for local residents and cottagers from surrounding areas. 27. Initially cottagers relied on rowboats and canoes for daily transport and would sometimes row substantial distances. 28. Over the years various Acts of Parliament removed the right of the cottager to hold land. 29. With the influx of many American cottagers , Bala even became a Customs Port of Entry. 30. The plots granted to cottagers can be estimated to be around 1.5 acres each.
