Durward's Glen aims fundraising toward adding accessibility

Bridget Cooke
Feb 27, 2022
Feb 27, 2022
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Durward's Glen Director Fred Brisson explains plans to adjust a steep ramp outside the main lodge Saturday during a fundraiser pancake breakfast to raise money to pay for accessibility additions at the retreat center.
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A historic place that serves as a retreat and educational center has begun a new series of fundraisers in an effort to create more accessibility for visitors.

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