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Good Sport

Follow the adventuring spirit of Nicola Ross in Good Sport.

Nicola Ross, Judy Wilson, Jen Palacios and Margaret Shier take a spin on the community ice trail in Inglewood. Photo by Fred Webster.

Ice Skating Outside

Nov 29, 2021 | Nicola Ross

Lacing up outdoors to hit the ice.

Sue Joy’s canine companion, Traffic, 11, masters a sun salutation during a “doga” (dog yoga) class in August among the sunflowers at Campell’s Cross Farm in Caledon. Yoga with animals is one of the many contemporary variations of the ancient practice. Photo by Venesa Zukic, Fly Light Photography.

Pick Your Pose

Sep 24, 2021 | Nicola Ross

From hatha to ashtanga, there’s a wide range of yoga styles to address your physical, mental or spiritual needs – even the need to include furry pals.

From left, brothers Leif, Waverly and Xavier discover a cache in a hollowed out tree trunk. Photo by Fred Webster.

Geocaching Treasure Hunt

Jun 22, 2021 | Nicola Ross

A thoroughly modern treasure hunt is a surefire way to get kids busy outdoors.

Angus and his father, John, paddled together at least once a month through every season for 21 years. Photo by Fred Webster.

Canoeing the Humber

Mar 31, 2021 | Nicola Ross

Everyone must believe in something. I believe I’ll go canoeing.
– Henry David Thoreau

Tales of a Snowboarding Newbie

Nov 24, 2020 | Nicola Ross

Strapping on a board for the first time can be daunting, but as Nicola Ross finds outs, hiring a knowledgeable instructor keeps bruising at bay.

Kayaking on Island Lake

Sep 18, 2020 | Nicola Ross

Seeking peace and solitude on Island Lake in Orangeville.

Our Hiking 101 guide to hiking in Caledon and Dufferin.

Hiking in Caledon and Dufferin

Jun 25, 2020 | Nicola Ross

Looking to get outside for some fresh air? Here’s our guide to walking in Headwaters.

Ultimate champion Monica Kerr-Coster defends against an opponent at a recent indoor pickup game in Erin. Photo by Rosemary Hasner / Black Dog Creative Arts.

The Ultimate Frisbee Challenge

Mar 24, 2020 | Nicola Ross

Inspired by Frisbee and played without referees, this field game is all about the sporting spirit.

Birds of a Feather: Badminton

Nov 22, 2019 | Nicola Ross

Fast-paced, action-packed and sociable, badminton converts a longtime tennis player.

Avid flyfisher Susan Gesner (left) gives fishing novice Nicola Ross a casting lesson on the West Credit. Photo by Rosemary Hasner / Black Dog Creative Arts.

The Lure of Fly Fishing

Sep 16, 2019 | Nicola Ross

If you’ve never cast with a fly rod, you might expect the fly to land first. But that’s not how it happens.

Constructed on the former tracks of North-Western Railway, Caledon Trailway covers 35 scenic kilometres from Terra Cotta to Highway 9. Photo by Pete Paterson.

From Rails to Trails

Jun 20, 2019 | Nicola Ross

Tearing up tracks for a place to go slow.

Lawn Bowling

Mar 19, 2019 | Nicola Ross

Often called summertime curling, lawn bowling has an ancient history.

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