This is one of most desirable & valued springs in all of Southern Ontario. Elmvale is central to one of the world’s most pristine aquifers & this is considered by many to be among the finest, purest, cleanest natural spring water worldwide. The people in this area truly understand how lucky they are & are trying hard to protect it.
Currently, a developer is attempting to put in a waste dump site near the spring. This site consists of digging down and draining part of the aquifer to create space for more waste. This will ultimately lead to the contamination of the aquifer in the area, making not only this public spring undrinkable, but also the majority of the well water that people drink and use in the area. Regardless of whether or not you will drink from this spring, please sign this petition and keep Elmvale’s Purest Aquifer clean!!! http://www.thepetitionsite.com/1/stop-dump-site-41
That's interesting to hear. I've been drinking from this spring from the spring – fall of 2009 and started again in Feb. of 2010 – with no problems. Actually with benefits of feeling much more hyrdrated and energetic. Hope you can access another spring that does your body good! Cheers!
Thanks for the review sofreeroots. Sorry to hear about your Gastrointestinal disturbance. Hopefully that spring you will try near the Elmvale Zoo will have no faecal coliform bacteria present. Good luck – just in case, you had better bring your natural remedies along to be on the safe side.
March 30-2021
Can anyone tell me where The Elmvale spring’s three month water results are published? I was there the other day and the water smelled overwhelmingly swampy not just the sulphur smell it sometimes has ….
Unfortunately the water I collected yesterday from Elmvale Spring smells like manure. I will be sending a sample to York Region asap and post results. Concerned about the numerous agricultural and livestock farms in the immediate vacinity.
A group of my friends and I have been getting our water there ever since the lockdowns started in April 2020 and local shops with Kangen water filters shut down. This water tastes great, we’ve never had any problems with it. Toronto tap water tastes like toilet water in comparison.
I just tried the water at this site – it has a high sulfur smell to it, but otherwise the taste was fine. I've consumed almost 5 L of the water since Saturday with no G.I. complaints.
I was so excited to get water from the Elmvale spring in Sept 09. I drank one glass and quite soon felt my stomach become unsettled. I had to take a few natural remedies (frankincense, oregano, lugol's iodine) the rest of the day into the evening before my stomach settled down. I'm afraid some damage has already been done to this spring by the Site 41 dump construction. I won't be getting more water from this spring, but heard there's another spring in Elmvale beside the zoo. I'll be trying this water this coming weekend.
I’ve been drinking only this water since September 2017. Haven’t noticed and smells and it tastes as delicious and pure as any water can be. I live in Orillia now but never use tap water for cooking or for drinking.
Wondering if you know if anyone has done testing on this water recently? I know 10 years back people were concern of the site 41 dumping. Has that contaminated the water? Or is there regular testing done on it? Do you know of a good place to get the water tested?
Spring is still going strong just filled up 3 blue water jugs .water still has a high sulfur smell but still tastes great would be nice to get a report back as to all of the dissolved minerals Etc
Love this spring water. It’s very easily accessible and has a covered roof for those rainy days. There are 3 taps flowing. I’ve talked to locals there that have been drinking it for over 20 years and swear by it. It makes for a lovely country drive too!
Wondering if you know if anyone has done testing on this water recently? I know 10 years back people were concern of the site 41 dumping. Has that contaminated the water? Or is there regular testing done on it? Do you know of a good place to get the water tested?
This spring is still flowing strong. I collected water from it 1 1/2 weeks ago. Have been drinking it the entire time with no adverse effects. Water is crystal clear. There is a sulphur smell initially but I just left the jars/bottles open for a day once I got home and smell disappeared. Water tastes great. Next time I go up, I will get a tds reading (my meter just arrived!)
Hi guys, I just found this website! So happy! I live not too far from this spring, I’ll go there in the weekend. Where do I get one of those thingies that does tds readings?
Filled up some bottles for the first time yesterday. I talked to a few locals who use the spring regularly. They swear by it. There is a small sulphur smell but by leaving the cap off the bottle for a few hours much of the smell goes away. I have been feeling wonderful since drinking this live water. My body must have been starving for the minerals. I will call the city tomorrow to get an update on the latest testing results and will post. If this spring had issues we would hear about it. Ontario has the strictest water testing in the world.
I took the drive up from Vaughan which was about an hour and the site was very easy to located, you can see just south of the pin location the shoulder of the road has been expanded to accommodate vehicles. There is a red barn as Landy mentions with three taps for easy filling. Will definitely be making the trip more often.
I visited this spring in Sept 2014 and had the water tested – it came back with a score of 0 (no significant evidence of bacterial contamination; total coliform <5, E. coli = 0)
Nate, recently, this spring received a big update. It has all new taps and is now enclosed inside a much more accessible shelter that looks like a red barn. I was there this afternoon, and it’s going strong.
I found word about this spring on National Geographics website, which called this the purest water in the world. Article was written back in June 2011.
Is the so called sulfur smell from this water bad for you? and why would this be if Mo Rosati said this is one of the world’s most prestine and pure water natural sources?
Visited this spring for the first time yesterday. Collected about 15 litres to take home. The water does have a sulphuric smell to it, but from what I read online, it’s typical. My household has consumed about 8 litres since yesterday, and we are all fine. Tonight, I discovered that ALL odor and taste can be removed from the water by simply bringing it to a rapid boil and then chilling it in the fridge. It’s wonderful to have access to such mineral-rich, natural water. I’m thrilled by the experience.
Thanks for the review sofreeroots. Sorry to hear about your Gastrointestinal disturbance. Hopefully that spring you will try near the Elmvale Zoo will have no faecal coliform bacteria present. Good luck – just in case, you had better bring your natural remedies along to be on the safe side.
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
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That's interesting to hear. I've been drinking from this spring from the spring – fall of 2009 and started again in Feb. of 2010 – with no problems. Actually with benefits of feeling much more hyrdrated and energetic.
Hope you can access another spring that does your body good! Cheers!
Thanks for the review sofreeroots. Sorry to hear about your Gastrointestinal disturbance. Hopefully that spring you will try near the Elmvale Zoo will have no faecal coliform bacteria present. Good luck – just in case, you had better bring your natural remedies along to be on the safe side.
March 30-2021
Can anyone tell me where The Elmvale spring’s three month water results are published? I was there the other day and the water smelled overwhelmingly swampy not just the sulphur smell it sometimes has ….
Unfortunately the water I collected yesterday from Elmvale Spring smells like manure. I will be sending a sample to York Region asap and post results. Concerned about the numerous agricultural and livestock farms in the immediate vacinity.
Hey, did you end up getting the test results for this water?
Hello,
Did these results ever come in?
A group of my friends and I have been getting our water there ever since the lockdowns started in April 2020 and local shops with Kangen water filters shut down. This water tastes great, we’ve never had any problems with it. Toronto tap water tastes like toilet water in comparison.
Looks like the dump site is stopped
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUPw1tRPWl0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OzZKnXugEac&feat…
I just tried the water at this site – it has a high sulfur smell to it, but otherwise the taste was fine. I've consumed almost 5 L of the water since Saturday with no G.I. complaints.
I was so excited to get water from the Elmvale spring in Sept 09. I drank one glass and quite soon felt my stomach become unsettled. I had to take a few natural remedies (frankincense, oregano, lugol's iodine) the rest of the day into the evening before my stomach settled down. I'm afraid some damage has already been done to this spring by the Site 41 dump construction. I won't be getting more water from this spring, but heard there's another spring in Elmvale beside the zoo. I'll be trying this water this coming weekend.
Hello.
Has someone heard of and/or know the location of a spring located on Gill Road, north of Midurst, Ontario?
Thanks
Ken, Yeah I was just at the spring today, and trying to find out if there is any report on the water quality for it.
We took a sample, I guess we will figure out how to get it tested. We live nearby. T. Tuttle
Pictures are out of date. Single spout replaced with three.and a shelter/pavilion built around the taps. Pictures to follow.
This water is great, wonderful pressure and 3 spigots to get water from. Open and available!
I’ve been drinking only this water since September 2017. Haven’t noticed and smells and it tastes as delicious and pure as any water can be. I live in Orillia now but never use tap water for cooking or for drinking.
Hi Everyone! Please sign the below petitions to protect Elmvale spring!
https://www.change.org/p/ontario-ministry-of-the-environment-and-climate-change-protect-the-aquifer-that-holds-the-cleanest-water-in-the-world
https://secure.canadians.org/page/21656/action/1
Hi Alex,
Wondering if you know if anyone has done testing on this water recently? I know 10 years back people were concern of the site 41 dumping. Has that contaminated the water? Or is there regular testing done on it? Do you know of a good place to get the water tested?
Thank you
Spring is still going strong just filled up 3 blue water jugs .water still has a high sulfur smell but still tastes great would be nice to get a report back as to all of the dissolved minerals Etc
Love this spring water. It’s very easily accessible and has a covered roof for those rainy days. There are 3 taps flowing. I’ve talked to locals there that have been drinking it for over 20 years and swear by it. It makes for a lovely country drive too!
Elmvale Springs 🙂 has anyone tested it thos year…is it safe to drink?
I live in Elmvale and think the dump site moved to East of Horseshoe. Its still drink able I guess. People still takes water from the spring.
Hi Helen,
Wondering if you know if anyone has done testing on this water recently? I know 10 years back people were concern of the site 41 dumping. Has that contaminated the water? Or is there regular testing done on it? Do you know of a good place to get the water tested?
Thank you
This spring is still flowing strong. I collected water from it 1 1/2 weeks ago. Have been drinking it the entire time with no adverse effects. Water is crystal clear. There is a sulphur smell initially but I just left the jars/bottles open for a day once I got home and smell disappeared. Water tastes great. Next time I go up, I will get a tds reading (my meter just arrived!)
Hi guys, I just found this website! So happy! I live not too far from this spring, I’ll go there in the weekend. Where do I get one of those thingies that does tds readings?
Great Angela, let us know what you find 🙂
Filled up some bottles for the first time yesterday. I talked to a few locals who use the spring regularly. They swear by it. There is a small sulphur smell but by leaving the cap off the bottle for a few hours much of the smell goes away. I have been feeling wonderful since drinking this live water. My body must have been starving for the minerals. I will call the city tomorrow to get an update on the latest testing results and will post. If this spring had issues we would hear about it. Ontario has the strictest water testing in the world.
Cheers
I took the drive up from Vaughan which was about an hour and the site was very easy to located, you can see just south of the pin location the shoulder of the road has been expanded to accommodate vehicles. There is a red barn as Landy mentions with three taps for easy filling. Will definitely be making the trip more often.
I visited this spring in Sept 2014 and had the water tested – it came back with a score of 0 (no significant evidence of bacterial contamination; total coliform <5, E. coli = 0)
Nate, recently, this spring received a big update. It has all new taps and is now enclosed inside a much more accessible shelter that looks like a red barn. I was there this afternoon, and it’s going strong.
Sorry, Canadian Geographic.
I found word about this spring on National Geographics website, which called this the purest water in the world. Article was written back in June 2011.
http://www.canadiangeographic.ca/magazine/jun11/purest_drinking_water.asp
Can someone confirm that this spring is still in operation? And is as clean as is commonly discussed? I’d like to make a trip from Toronto.
Does anyone know if/where the spring’s test results are posted?
Is the so called sulfur smell from this water bad for you? and why would this be if Mo Rosati said this is one of the world’s most prestine and pure water natural sources?
Visited this spring for the first time yesterday. Collected about 15 litres to take home. The water does have a sulphuric smell to it, but from what I read online, it’s typical. My household has consumed about 8 litres since yesterday, and we are all fine. Tonight, I discovered that ALL odor and taste can be removed from the water by simply bringing it to a rapid boil and then chilling it in the fridge. It’s wonderful to have access to such mineral-rich, natural water. I’m thrilled by the experience.
Thanks for the review sofreeroots. Sorry to hear about your Gastrointestinal disturbance. Hopefully that spring you will try near the Elmvale Zoo will have no faecal coliform bacteria present. Good luck – just in case, you had better bring your natural remedies along to be on the safe side.