Chalk Lake Spring, Uxbridge, Ontario, Canada  5/5 (3)

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Description

Parking for lots of cars. Water comes out of iron (I think) pipes. Very Strong flowing and busy spring.

Nearest Address

Lakeridge Road (Durham #23) & Chalk Lake Road. North West Corner

Directions from Nearest Address

On the same road a Lakeridge Ski Resort.

Vital Information

  • Fee: No Fee
  • Access: Public
  • Flow: Continuous
  • TDS: 280
  • Temp: N/A
  • pH: N/A

Hours Spring is Open:

24/7/365

GPS: N/A

Map Link: Chalk Lake Spring Map

Submitted by: Shahin Murphy, Danny

Responses

  1. Lisa March 19, 2019

    RE: TEST RESULTS

    I’ve had over a hundred email requests for testing results from this spring. However, I didn’t want to post them before out of fairness to the individuals who found my post and contributed toward the total cost of testing being almost $350.

    Now though since it has been almost a year (we tested April, 2018), these results are old. Please note that ground water testing provides simply a snapshot in time, and it does not indicate the condition of the water from one season to the next. If you want to collect spring water from ANYWHERE for the purpose of consumption, you should have a way to filter it before hand.

    Testing is unreliable in the long-run unless you do so at least 4 times a year, because if you know anything about groundwater and how aquifers work, the dynamics of the water change depending on the seasons. I didn’t know much about these things until I went through the testing process. I learned a lot along the way, and after what I’ve learned I don’t think I will be testing the water again in the future. With that having been said, my family still loves this water and continues to drink it as our primary source of drinking water, AFTER we have filtered it through our Berkey water filter (I highly recommend getting a Berkey – they’re excellent).

    Test results from 04/09/18 were fine. Minerals and sodium were on the high side: minerals were 287 mg/L and sodium was 25.3 mg/L. pH was 8.05. Everything else was unremarkable. If there’s a specific parameter you’re looking for other than those, I will keep the chalklakespring@gmail.com address active and try to answer additional questions there.

  2. man November 29, 2014

    it simply implies that- “not intended” Local de-facto government is just covering their ass should some un-expected situation come about that someone gets sick. Too bad that life, we don’t need a nanny state government.

  3. Harry Hayes December 6, 2010

    As a resident of the area for over 17 years now, what I know about the water is it comes from an artesian spring deep underground and since the soil in the whole area is Sand and Gravel, it makes sense that the water is clear. I believe it too be some of the best in Ontario. My home is located with-in 500 yards of the Spring and my well tests 0/0 every time we have it checked. Since it’s the same source as the Spring itself, I would assume it’s safe. We have the benefit of turning on a tap and having access to this water that many drive to from Toronto. The water in Chalk lake, where the Springs flows, is checked each year by the resident’s association and it has always tested clean as well.

  4. Dave May 21, 2024

    Update: Test Results
    Here are some test results from a sample taken April 21st @ approximately 4:30 pm for those interested. Test run by myself through Simple Lab.

    Total Coliform: 205 CFU/100ml (E.Coli=0)
    Uranium: 0.0017ppm
    Arsenic: 0.004ppm
    Aluminum: 0.001ppm
    Barium: 0.073ppm
    Boron: 0.007ppm
    Chromium: 0.00037ppm
    Lithium: 0.003ppm
    Nitrate: 0.9ppm
    Selenium: 0.0002ppm
    Strontium: 0.8ppm
    Sulfate: 20ppm
    Magnesium: 13ppm
    Alkalinity (as CaCO3) : 222ppm
    Bicarbonate: 269.5ppm
    Calcium: 82ppm
    Carbonate: 0.57ppm
    Chloride 65.3ppm
    Potassium: 1.1ppm
    Silica: 11ppm
    Sodium: 28ppm

    pH: 7.66
    Hardness (Total): 288.55ppm
    Nothing Detected: Antimony, Cadmium, Cobalt, Copper, E.Coli, Fluoride, Iron, Lead, Manganese, Nickel, Nitrite, Vanadium, Zinc.

    Notes: No surprise to me how much bacteria is present, as seems pretty standard for spring water. I personally treat it with a UVC lamp (for aquariums) for 48 hours in my 6 gallon glass jugs. This will minimize any potential risk, although I wouldn’t be concerned about it- pretty natural to have bacteria.

    Uranium is pretty high (common for underground springs) but still far below standards set by the WHO and standards in the USA for safety. Ditto for arsenic.

    I’ve been getting this water for years now and love it- never had any problems.

    If anyone wants to test and update, I encourage anyone to post it up here.

    Enjoy!

  7. Ted December 22, 2018

    Again regarding the test results taken earlier in 2018, take this with a grain of salt. They are strictly a snapshot of the results. Only a regular monitoring and sampling program can determine if any ground water contamination has taken place from the documented and undocumented landfill sites that are in proximity of the spring in the moraine. As a safeguard, filter the water with a conventional activated charcoal filter system (heavy metals, chlorinated products etc. will be removed, but most of the mineral content will still be in the filtered water). I do water sampling and analysis as part of my job and I’m speaking from experience.

  8. Rick Dolishny October 9, 2012

    Our family has been drinking from this spring for almost 10 years. Best spring in Ontario. Since moving to Peterborough I make the trip when visiting clients at least once a month. it’s worth the drive!

  9. Manny November 24, 2021

    I have been to the spring as recently as 2 days ago and I noticed new signs saying the water is not fit for human consumption. Does
    anyone have any info on this ? Nov 23,2021. Anyone know the stratus of this spring?

  12. Melody October 4, 2012

    those that visit and collect large quantities of water -how do you store the large amounts of water collected? I assume the jugs or containers must be sterilized prior to filling?

  14. Flytyer2010 April 30, 2012

    Has anyone ever noticed a reddish colour from the water when it is boiled? I have been using this water for about a year now, and I tried it in a big pot of vegetable soup that I made and found a reddish purple coloured stuff on the surface when it was boiling. There was nothing in the soup that could have created this colour. I heard from a friend theat they also experienced this.

    1. Dmin187 May 27, 2012

      Hi,  I have used this water exclusivly for 2 years now and boil it all the time, We drink allot of tea and never get redish colour from boiling it or with our cooking.  best water available around here.

  15. Jennifer August 31, 2011

    We started drinking this water to take to our camp in Stouffville … it’s by far the best I’ve ever tasted!! Fresh and COLD … haven’t had any side-effects with drinking it either (not sick) … it’s always exciting to fill up our water jugs to take with us! Makes a great cup of coffee 🙂

  17. drinker May 7, 2011

    What happened to this spring is the water still good to drink straight from the spring?

    I read in the Star about a landfill site in the area and that the water is getting contaminated, is this true?

    Please inform.

    1. Kerry August 26, 2011

      I’d love to know more details too. I haven’t been feeling great for a few weeks now… about the same amount of time that I picked up some water from here and started drinking it. Have sourced water from here before and have felt fine (great even!). The Ministry of the Environment did testing in April but could the dumping in the pit 5km up the road be affecting the water? Also, here is a link to the article in the Toronto Star for those who are interested http://www.thestar.com/news/article/1037814–oak-ridges-moraine-not-safe-yet

      1. ryan December 30, 2015

        Hi, Im from Toronto, which I noticed you commented on the Toronto star so I figure you might be too. I don’t drive. Id of course pitch for gas $, do you have any interest in carpooling to get the spring water? Please let me know if you’re interested or have any suggestions on how to get there from Toronto.
        Thanks!

  18. nutarac November 6, 2010

    Any idea where one can find info about “water testing” and how it can be done by single individuals ? Also many thanks to Massimo Rosati who posted videos about a few “natural water springs in Ontario”.
    Great work Mo ! :-))

  19. nutarac November 6, 2010

    Any idea where one can find info about “water testing” and how it can be done by single individuals ? Also many thanks to Massimo Rosati who posted videos about a few “natural water springs in Ontario”.
    Great work Mo ! :-))

    1. Jay McIlwain November 3, 2011

      Here is the phone number that I got from Craig McIlmoyle, Public Health Inspector at Durham Region Health Department.  
      If you want to have a complete analysis done at you own expense.  I never did, but would like to know.
      York Durham Environmental Lab in Pickering at 905-686-0041

  20. Emanuelcarreiro November 1, 2010

    I was just there today. Pretty busy for a Monday morning. Many of the water gatherers were older, retaired couples and they swear by it and admit to drinking it for many years as their primary sourse of drinking water. I know I have been drinking it since I was a child. Now as an adult I have returned to it. Thanks to google Satilite mapping and this site.

    1. Mo Rosati March 6, 2012

      Hi, I finally was able to get back to this insanely great water source on March 4, 2012, spent quite a bit of time there & collected a TON of water!  Took the following reading PH: 6.11-6.25  TDS: 280-311  TEMP: 6.3C  More info to follow.

      Thanks,
      Massimo Rosati
      mrosati72@gmail.com
       

  22. Darkshadows October 8, 2010

    Have discovered through converstations with users. People who use this water only for daily consumption (drinking, coffee, ect) have found that their children have had a noticed increase in tooth cavities. Due to the water having no flouride, which is added to city water.

    4. JC October 13, 2011

      Flouride is a very dangerous chemical that never should have been added to drinking water. It is just as dangerous as lead or mercury. Google flouride if you want the facts.

    6. Aquatic September 10, 2014

      Fluoride is toxic. Research the problems with fluoride before you assume the children’s cavities were caused by a lack of fluoride. Even look up different indigenous cultures that didn’t have fluoride in their diet and also never problems with tooth decay.

    7. nutarac November 6, 2010

      @Darkshadows

      There is prevalent dogma that “fluoride” …. “strengthens your teeth” ! I remember learning this in medical school 40 years ago. What we didn’t learn was that fluoride compounds have also several adverse effects on your health and well being. What I also didn’t know is that “fluoride” was used for the first time in the “Russian concentration camps” between the 2 world wars, and also in the ….”German concentration camps” during the second world war.I doubt very much the Ruskies were concerned about….. “tooth decay” since in fact those camps were in fact “extermination camps” I’d posit that the “fluoride” was added to the ‘drinking water” mostly for its “calming effect” and its role of keeping the population … subdued, placid, quiet; inhibited; repressed; controlled. Read the small print on your toothpaste.Apparently accidentally swallowing a bit of tooth paste ( pea size portion) is detrimental to your health.Yet, the same amount of fluoride can be found in 1-2 cups of …”drinking water” !!??!!?? Hope you can put 2&2 together ! Hard to believe Huh ? If you want more info on this subject just google… “Fluoride in drinking water” and read the entries. Look for “50 Reasons to Oppose Fluoridation” by
      Paul Connett, PhD., Professor of Chemistry, St. Lawrence University, Canton, NY 13617. Read and …. start to worry about WHAT you’ve been ingesting for ….how many years ? :-)))

  25. Simon Rishel August 29, 2010

    Been going here exclusivly for the past 3-4 months. I go up ther once every 2 weeks or so and every time I go there there are many other people there. This water is very good and my friends and family all love it.

    1. Pvande5607 January 14, 2012

      I been drinking this water for over 40 years and spoke to a person that used to go there n horse and buggy when the spring was on the other side of the road .  this water is by far  the most pure you will find in ontario and many many wine makers swear by this water

  26. Tatromain June 19, 2010

    Our family uses this water for 10 years all year around. 350 liters stay in garage for two months. We cook and drink it fresh all this time and it is very tasty to the very last day. This water is very highly mineralized. periodically, we go for water to the Hawkestone village on Simcoe Lake where water is moderately sulphurized.

  27. Joe Visconti May 10, 2010

    This is a fabulous spring. My parents came here for years and now my family does. I would like to know if any official test have ever been done on it but I believe that this spring is fantastically pure since it comes from deep aquifiers that travel the length of the Oakridge Moraine. Well worth the trip from anywhere in the eastern GTA or Durham Region.

    1. ryan December 30, 2015

      Hi, Im from Toronto too, and am trying to get to this spring but I don’t drive. Do you have any interest in carpooling or have any recommendations of someone who might? Id of course pitch for gas $, please let me know if you’re interested or have any suggestions on how to get there from in or around Toronto.
      Thanks a lot!

  29. David June 29, 2023

    I used to get water years ago when this spring was on the other side of Lakeridge Rd. I met a Ministry worker there one day when he was testing the water, He Years ago when this spring was on the other side of Lakeridge Rd I met a Ministry worker testing the water. He asked me if I ever got water in the spring to which I answered no, only in the summer and fall. He said in the spring, runoff from the snow as well as particles in the air could contaminate the water

  30. Ted October 15, 2018

    I would caution on depending on the recent lab testing done in April 2018 for definitive results. The April testing covered only a small snapshot in terms of time and only a small list of parameters from the Ontario Water Drinking Objectives Regulation 169/03.

    To quality the water as drinkable, regular testing is needed against the parameters in Regulation 169/03. The testing would be expensive which is why Durham Region doesn’t test and posted a sign warning of the risks.

    Given the known landfills which have contaminated fill further up the Moraine and the unknown areas where contaminated fill could have been dump, I’d put the water through a filter (at least a decent activated charcoal filter if not a multi-stage filter), to lower the risks.

  32. Scott April 7, 2018

    One thing I notice is how many of you are concerned about the water being frequently tested yet u all go back for more without the test results… Water makes up 99% of who we are and we need it to survive. And people are collecting it from an iron pipe in a concrete block and thinking it’s the best water around? I understand that it’s probably better in some ways then tap water or even most bottled water considering the restrictions for our drinking water are so weak I can run toilet water through a Brita and bottle it and sell it having people think it’s natural filtered water and legally get away with it. Quit being cheap and find a corner store with an reverse osmosis system to fill your 5 gallon jugs. The happy market here where I live even has one.so u gotta pay a couple bucks big whoop. Saves u the gas money and puts it toward properly filtered drinking water. Safe drinking water should have a tds value of under 10ppm. And a ph of 7. No higher and no lower especially by drastic amounts. All that excess shit in the water that makes up a high tds value has to be now filtered through your kidney and liver. (Instead of an reverse osmosis machine) your body trys to filter it so you have pure water to hydrate with… Water filters have tonne changed over time. Why arnt u caring about your own internal organs that filter the water. Think those are more robust then the water filters u can buy in stores? Doubt it. All that shit doesn’t come out in your pee i can guarantee that… especially hard metals and byproducts in the water. Alot of that goes straight to ur brain. Main cause of ALOT of disorders and diseases that affect you in a long term way and shows up when you are old. People shouldn’t be dieing in their 70s or losing their minds and forgetting their families at that age… maybe all the bullshit gunked up over years of unhealthy water and food and air is the cause… well we know it’s the cause for the most part… start educating urself on what u need to survive as a human being. Then educate urself on the quality of that of which you’re intaking

  33. Lili March 16, 2018

    We had the water tested and as per the results we got, it is all clear!
    Hardness 12 gpg
    Iron 0.53 mg/l (ppm)
    Manganese 0.1 mg/l (ppm)
    pH 7.8
    TDS 205 mg/l (ppm)
    Water had a slight odor when we first collected it but it didn’t linger. It is clear and great tasing.

  34. Lisa December 18, 2017

    I would be willing to do a complete testing of this water. I’m curious as to what sorts of metals/pollutants would be present, if any. Testing is very expensive though ($200-$400 for a comprehensive test done by a private lab). If anyone would be willing to chip in with the cost, I will e-mail you the results once I get them. Please e-mail chalklakespring@gmail.com and let me know if you’d like to contribute. Thanks!

    2. Sue October 12, 2018

      If I call the town of Uxbridge, don’t you think they would give us the result of their regular testing? We just want to know if this spring water is good for drinking.

    5. Anna Levenson April 2, 2018

      And to think my father use to take us to Chalk Lake to go swimming in the late 50’s early 60’s. I saw someone drown in that lake. Why is it called Chalk Lake, because of its colour?

  35. Kat September 6, 2017

    This water is SAFE to drink! The white is calcium build up from it being Hard water. This water is also tested weekly as I talk to many while I am getting my own water and one works for the city water services and she told me they bring in samples weekly for testing.

  36. Brexton July 10, 2017

    Hi friends,

    I have read mixed reviews about this water. I tried it the other day and I agree, it tastes great. My concern is though is it safe? What is the latest developments with the contamination reports from a few years back. It’s super important to solidify this info.

      3. MEGHAN April 5, 2018

        Hi Lisa!

        I really appreciate you testing the spring water. Would you mind sharing the results with me? We are new to this and are very excited to start using the spring.

        Thank you!

  39. Bill April 5, 2017

    We have been drinking this water for several years now and it is the best tasting water I have had
    We drive from Aurora and fill about 120 litres each trip
    I have tested the ph and its alkaline at about 8

  41. CS August 29, 2016

    I also noticed white residue left behind in my water cooler. It also leaves behind jelly like white residue. Not sure what it is. Anyone know? Thanks 🙂

    1. donald jackson August 26, 2018

      From the name of the lake it flows into , chalk lake . Been drinking this water for over 30 years and used to send in a sample once in a while but always comes back pure . NO chlorine just minerals and some chalk . NOT from treated municipal water often from lake Ontario through pipes of questionable age , material or cleaning .

    2. DOINGMYRESEARCH June 28, 2017

      I noticed a lot more white residue and floating stuff which I believe is lime or calcium scale. Which I think is fine to ingest. Still it would be great if the township would test it for metals etc., and take the sign away that says not for human consumption…. The ElmvaleOntario spring doesn’t have such a sign.

    1. Claudia October 14, 2017

      Im thinking of driving there soon for my first time fill up. Am open to taking you along if you want to get some water. Email me with the header “spring water”
      Claudia (am located at Coxwell Danforth Toronto)

  46. ryan December 30, 2015

    Hi Im another Toronto guy who doesn’t drive so just looking for a carpool and Id pitch gas money. If anyone in or around Toronto is interested please message me. Thanks

  48. jennifer November 13, 2015

    I am buying some water testers/meters so i can test the salinity, ph and tds of the water these were not expensive buy waiting for them to ship. there is a flouride meter on amazon called extech fl700 however it is about $200.00 which i do not have right now. if anyone does please buy these tester for us so we can test the flouride levels

  50. Weston October 27, 2015

    I’ve been coming to this lake for a while, but I’m starting to notice some plastic-like film floating around in the water.

    It’s unfortunate that not one person out of the thousands that visit this spring cannot contribute at least once every few months to test the water to make sure it’s safe.

    There’s been dumping going on, but these people are like cattle who continue to consume and don’t ask questions.

  52. Mel September 8, 2015

    I’ve been drinking this water on and off for a few years now. Just this last December after drinking only the spring water for a week I began to have digestive issues (gastritis symptoms). I thought it was stress or diet related and after modifying my routine and lifestyle I didn’t notice a difference. It occurred to me it could be the water. I decidedto see what happened when I stopped drinking it. Sure enough in a week or so my symptoms cleared up. I stopped drinking it for a while and last month I went back to get more thinking maybe this time I’d be fine and sure enough after a few days of drinking the water I gotthe same symptoms. Prior to December I didn’t have these symptoms when I drank the water. I know some locals who swear by the water and I’d love to believe that it’s safe but this experience has made me question that. I’d love to know for sure if this water is safe. Has anyone else had a similar experience?

  53. The Darkness December 28, 2014

    I came here for 4-5 years, I really loved this spring, but recently I’m noticing white spots on my teeth that weren’t there before, like dental fluorosis. Could this be as a result of the nearby dumping?

    I cook with this water, I drink only this water and I brush my teeth with fluoride-free toothpaste, so I’m pretty positive it’s not coming from anything else.

    Could somebody kindly test this water to see if there’s anything out of the ordinary going on with it and post a reply? I am very, very concerned.

  56. Cory May 19, 2014

    just arrived back from my little trip to Chalk lake spring, the water was the best tasting I’ve ever had driving from Pickering it took a round trip of an hour well worth it!!! going to pick up 5 20L glass carboys to make this a regular occurrence fresh all natural water over fluoride and chlorine filled tap and or bottled water any day!!!!

  57. Peter February 9, 2014

    This was my first trip ever to collect some non-chlorinated, non-flurated, non-drugged, and chemo-treated water. Wow what a difference it is to tap water and commercially available bottled water! I am really impressed by the taste, texture, purity is amazing. After drinking now probably over 4 glasses of this un-boiled, un-treated water, I feel just how much more energy I get from it. Weather it is psychological or chemical, I don’t know but definitely not going back to tap water ever again in my life!

    This spring is being used by many people, just today I have seen 3 cars parked, people filling up gallons and gallons of water. The taste is amazing and I don’t think there is any contamination what so ever. One couple I talked to advised to run water through filter to bring down mineral content a little bit which I thought is a nice idea given that this spring has TDS of around 280, and I would be comfortable to have it at around 150.

    2. ryan December 30, 2015

      Hi, Im in the same situation since I’m trying to get to this spring from Toronto, but I don’t drive. Id of course pitch for gas $, please let me know if you’re interested or have any suggestions on how to get there from in or around Toronto.
      Thanks!

  62. King May 17, 2013

    This water is pure. It does not have an odour, strange colour, or contamination. If you don’t believe me, then go back to city water.

How to Collect Spring Water

Dakota September 28, 2022
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Drinking pure spring water is one of the most important things we can do for our health. Our bodies are over 99% water at the molecular level, so water affects every aspect of our biology. Yet, not all water is created equal. Almost all the bottled spring water available is pasteurized for shelf stability, which neutralizes many of the powerful health benefits such as increased hydrogen, healthy probiotics, and crystalline structure. For more about why unprocessed spring water is the best water to drink, read this.

The best way to guarantee you are getting real unprocessed spring water is to collect it yourself. This is a short and simple guide filled with information about how to gather spring water. We will cover how to find a spring, how to collect the water, how to honor the spring, how to store the water properly and other tips.

FindASpring.org is the best resource for locating a spring near you. However, not all springs are on the map. First, check the map to see if there is a spring in your local area. If there is, look at the reviews and comments. Has anyone shared helpful information about flow rate or posted a water test result? Is the spring in a pristine area? Do a bit of research and make sure the spring is safe to drink from. If you have any doubt about the purity, don’t risk it and get a water test, HERE. If you don’t see a spring on the map in your area, there still might be some that aren’t listed yet. First, ask the older generation who have lived in your area a long time if they know. You can also ask people in your community who might already get spring water such as people at a health food store or at a farmers market. Another great option is to view A US forest service map, where many springs have been marked. You can view these maps through the Gaia GPS or All Trails hiking apps on your phone. The map overlay you want is USGS Topo. Not all are easily accessible or ideal for drinking, but some are and it can be a fun adventure to find them. We have found over half a dozen great springs this way.

Once you’ve found your spring, figure out how you are going to gather the water. Is it right on the side of the road and easy to access or do you have to hike to it? We recommend storing spring water in glass instead of plastic to preserve the purity of the water. It is better for the environment, your body, and the water. Even BPA free plastic has toxic chemicals that can leach into water and cause health issues. If you do want to use plastic for safety reasons when filling at the spring, we recommend transferring the water to glass as soon as possible. FindASpring is sponsored by Alive Waters, which offers beautiful reusable glass. They have a 2.5 gallon option, which is a convenient size for carrying that isn’t too heavy. They also sell handles that you can use to transport the jugs even more easily. If you have to hike to access the spring, we recommend putting the water jugs into an extra large backpack to hike the water out with ease. We use Osprey packs that hold 2 jugs each. You can also use a wheelbarrow or even a stroller depending on how easy a walk it is.

Filling 2.5 Gallon Alive Waters Jug

When you get to the spring, remember to first give back before you take. Springs are considered sacred in indigenous cultures around the world for their life giving water and also as a connection to the inner earth. A powerful and simple way to give back is to clean up. Is there any trash that needs to be collected? Could you move any dead leaves or sticks to improve the flow rate? Show up in service. Some other wonderful ways to give is with a moment of expressing verbal gratitude, singing songs to the water, offering the water an ethically sourced crystal, a feather, or some other physical gift. Flowers are a popular and beautiful thing to offer, but please be careful to source organic ones as most flowers from the store are sprayed with pesticides and can be toxic to put near a spring. Also, flowers can attract bugs as they decay, so it can be best to offer them to the flowing water directly or a little downstream from the spring head.

When gathering the water, fill the jug as close to the spring head as possible, never gather downstream. Be very careful as wet glass is extremely slippery. Make sure the lid is securely fastened. When transporting the spring water home, the jugs can sometimes slide around the car. Secure them in place or wrap them with towels or something so they don’t crash into each other.

How you store your spring water is essential. It is not pasteurized like spring water from the store, so it will start growing algae if left in direct sunlight. This is good because it means it’s alive! If the water you drink can’t even support the most basic life forms, how do you think it will support your body? Store your water in a cool, dark place such as a dark corner, pantry or closet. The fridge is ideal if you have room. Some people prefer to filter their water through a Berkey filter before drinking, but if the spring is pure, it’s not necessary. We drink our spring water completely unfiltered.

How long the water stays good for depends on how cold a temperature it’s stored at. Spring water is best fresh. We personally do not prefer to drink spring water past 2 weeks old. However, we know other people that will drink it at a month old. It’s great to get in a rhythm where you know how long the water lasts you and put your collection day on the calendar in advance.

I believe that water is calling us to reconnect with her in the deepest way, to gather our own water. Just like our ancestors did. Our ancestors didn’t have fancy water machines. They also didn’t create villages or settle where there was no water. Water was revered as the center of the community and the nodal point around which life could spiral out and take root.

Here’s to restoring the sacred connection with the waters of life.

Written by Dakota Chanel. Water Priestess and Ceremonialist. DakotaChanel.com

Dakota

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