Environment

Can sharing our way of life help sustain it?

Sugaring off is a time-honoured ritual in the hills.

Along the Bruce Trail, spring is the time to slow to a saunter 
and see, hear and scent nature’s renewal.

A saunter through the hills in 1864.

Sherri Cox, a corporate executive turned wildlife vet, takes her surgical skills on the road to aid animals in distress.

Slowing down, tuning in. With forest bathing, the slow movement takes to the woods.

Winter is the best time to find evidence of mink. With snow cover, mink tracks can readily be found along streams or the verges of ponds and lakes.

Myths, legends and modern literature feature owls, a notable example being Hedwig the snowy owl, loyal companion of Harry Potter.

Skunks, in contrast to porcupines, are positively cuddly with soft, luxuriant fur, just begging to be stroked.

Do you know of a bigger tree in the Headwaters Region?

Northern flickers are boldly and beautifully marked woodpeckers that are common throughout the Headwaters.

Night Hikes – A purposeful walk along a path, playing a flashlight over leaves, branches and trunks will reveal wonders.