On September 19th, North Shore Rescue deployed a province-first technology to locate an e-biker who’d gone missing near Nanaimo, B.C. The e-biker had been riding in the Doumont trail network … Continued
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Each autumn’s colourful mantle of newly fallen leaves adds to a mass of organic decay commonly exceeding the bulk of all living things in the forest. Together with fallen deadwood, … Continued
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Impenetrable forest-edge thickets of dense, gnarly hawthorns are crucial wildlife lifesavers, especially in autumn and winter. Though these shrubs and small trees comprise dozens of species, Canada’s most widespread, reaching … Continued
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As the summer heat subsides, falling leaves and brisk mornings move in to instill a sense of calm and quiet. And much like the season itself, the fall cottage real … Continued
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On the evening of September 16, a couple in Nipigon, Ont., opened their back door to let their dog into the yard. On the other side of the door was … Continued
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Pizza night just got a serious cottage-country upgrade. The new Frigidaire Stone-Baked Pizza Oven delivers authentic, restaurant-quality results without the fuss of an outdoor pizza oven. Engineered for flavour, speed, … Continued
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Chefs like to use apples in savoury dishes as well as sweet ones. In savoury dishes, the chef must think about the sweetness of the apple and balance it with … Continued
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Cottage Coach Adam Holman built a cedar jumping platform for his pool, but you can easily picture it living on the dock at the cottage. The frame is anchored securely … Continued
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When you need only a small volume of concrete for a project like a sundial, ready-mixed 30 kg bags are a good option. One bag usually costs less than $15, … Continued
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It’s no secret that people love objects in giant proportions (well, or in miniscule proportions). Cottage country, in particular, has its fair share of large roadside attractions; we’ve highlighted some … Continued
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Location: Bracebridge, Ont. Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Guests: 7 Minimum stay: 3-7 nights Rate: From $459/night (USD) About the property This three-bedroom, two-bathroom cottage on Bird Lake in Bracebridge is bathed in sunlight. … Continued
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Let’s rent out the cottage, you said. Or build a private road with the neighbours. Or bike down that old trail and swim off the rocks. What could possibly go … Continued
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