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| Place | Windward Sands |
| Type | Dispersed Rural Community |
| Province / Territory | Ontario (ON) |
| Location | Peterborough |
| Country | Canada |
| Latitude | 44.444445 |
| Longitude | -78.478056 |
| Importance | Small locality |
| CGN ID | FDHTR |
Windward Sands is a locality in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. It is classified as a small locality. Windward Sands is located at 44.4444°N, 78.4781°W.
Windward Sands rests on a gentle slope where the land begins to soften, a place where the breath of Lake Ontario meets the cultivated fields. It lies 19.7 km north-west of Peterborough, ON (from Peterborough, ON: bearing 324°T), and is situated 8.7 km west-south-west of Curve Lake. Here, the terrain rises subtly from the water's edge, a mosaic of fertile soil and scattered woodlands, its character shaped by the broad, sweeping skies that dominate the horizon. The air, especially in the early morning, carries a faint, briny tang, a whisper of the immense water body that lies beyond the immediate, undulating landscape. This is a place of open vistas, where the sun, whether rising in a blaze of gold or setting in a wash of lavender, commands attention across the expansive sky. The history of Windward Sands is intertwined with the agricultural bounty of the surrounding region, its economy long rooted in the cultivation of the rich, dark earth that stretches out from its core. Early settlers, drawn by the promise of fertile land and access to trade routes, established a legacy of farming that continues to define the local character, evident in the meticulously kept fields and the occasional weathered barn standing sentinel against the sky. While agriculture remains a cornerstone, a growing appreciation for local artisans and small-scale producers has begun to diversify the economic heart of Windward Sands, fostering a sense of community that values both tradition and innovation. The subtle scent of ripening fruit often hangs heavy in the air during the summer months, a testament to the enduring connection between the people of Windward Sands and the land that sustains them.
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| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada |