We all know that spring is a prime time for birds. It’s when they ramp up their singing to attract potential mates, so that they can get down to the … Continued
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A group of First Nations Chiefs has asked the Hudson’s Bay Company to halt the auction of its 1,700 pieces of artwork and 2,700 artifacts until a First Nations-led review … Continued
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When your cabin is deep in the forest, in one of the rainiest communities in the country—the surf town of Ucluelet, B.C., sits on the Pacific side of Vancouver Island … Continued
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Last year when putting in my dock, I was attacked by what I presumed were bugs. I was at first terribly itchy; I was left with a rash, which morphed … Continued
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A new bill from the provincial government would roll back protections for endangered species in Ontario, which is raising concern from environmental groups. Bill 5—the Protect Ontario by Unleashing our … Continued
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One of the worst parts of cottaging in the spring is having to flick away the annoying buzz of mosquitoes circling your head. Sure, you can douse yourself in bug … Continued
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On March 24, Kristina Penn, operations coordinator with Parks Canada, along with other Parks staff, found a pigeon on Sable Island National Park Reserve, a remote Nova Scotian island 290 … Continued
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Spring at the cottage always arrives with a mess: scattered branches, overgrown trees, soggy leaves, and whatever washed up over the winter. It’s a full-body workout just walking the trail … Continued
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SeaSky Cottages, named for the surrounding land that stretches from the Gulf of St. Lawrence all the way up a high mountain ridge, offer more than just panoramic views. Beyond … Continued
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There’s a light breeze in the air on an unseasonably cool afternoon in mid-August.The milder temperature is a relief for Quinn Sleeman. Decked out in a long-sleeved, red plaid shirt … Continued
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Let’s start with the OG: Snugger, a legendary, circa 1947 wooden shoe boat with a canvas top. It looked a bit like a clog (yes, the footwear) and had a … Continued
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1224 McCrackens Lane, Minden Hills, Ont. Lake: Horseshoe Lake Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Lot size: 68.67 ft x 195.34 ft (700–1100 sq. ft.) Frontage: 68 ft Asking price: $950,000 Taxes: … Continued
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