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Spring 2022

Volume 29 Number 1

Shooting star and sumac. Photo by Susanne McRoberts.

Natural Rhythm

Mar 29, 2022 | Alison McGill

The rocky terrain on an escarpment precipice inspired rather than deterred the creation of this expansive Caledon garden.

Land Acknowledgments Decoded

Mar 29, 2022 | Erin Fitzgibbon

A primer on the history and the reconciliation goals behind the statements read out before municipal, arts and sports events.

Red eft. Photo by don Scallen.

Adapting to Survive

Mar 29, 2022 | Don Scallen

Animals use camouflage, poison and deception to live another day.

In November 2021 Caledon residents participated in a protest in Bolton calling on the Ford government to cancel Highway 413. Organized by Environmental Defence, protests against 413 and the Bradford Bypass were held the same day in Holland Landing, King City and Mississauga. Photo courtesy Jenni Le Forestier.

Why Highway 413 is a Bad Idea

Mar 29, 2022 | Debbe Crandall

The “zombie” highway will hurt the environment, fail to solve the problems it aims to address – and there are better ideas to explore.

Amateur gardener Emily Quinton grows vegetables in her backyard and in the Alton Village Square community garden. Photo courtesy Emily Quinton.

How Does Your Garden Grow?

Mar 29, 2022 | Alison McGill

Creating your first vegetable garden can seem like a daunting task. Here’s a beginner’s guide to choosing the right spot, the top crops and enjoying the fruits (well, vegetables) of your labour.

Trail Running in Headwaters

Mar 29, 2022 | Nicola Ross

Through the woods, up the hills, down the valleys, the popularity of trail running races is surging in Headwaters – and this competition is all about fun.

Forever Gift: Community Foundations

Mar 29, 2022 | Jeff Rollings

Community foundations in Caledon and Dufferin perpetuate a donor’s legacy and help stabilize a charity’s funding. Win, win.

You Say You Want an Evolution

Mar 29, 2022 | Signe Ball

In fact, going back is never an option.

Spring Contributors

Mar 29, 2022 | In The Hills

Meet three of the creative people – Marion Hodgson, Erin Fitzgibbon and Alison McGill – behind the spring issue.

Letters – Our Readers Write: Spring 2022

Mar 29, 2022 | Our Readers

Letters published in the Spring 2022 edition of In The Hills magazine.

Rosebud Motel 6" x 6" Gouache on paper ~ by Jessica Tamlin

Jessica Tamlin

Mar 29, 2022 | Tralee Pearce

The Creemore artist mines the emotional connections we make with the landscape and landmarks around us.

Field Notes for Spring 2022

Mar 29, 2022 | Johanna Bernhardt

Where to run, charge up, and gaze at art.

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