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The Battle of the Blue Bins

Whether you want one or not, bigger – much bigger – blue bins are rolling out to a curb near you this spring, though not everyone is convinced the new system will deliver.

Mar 10, 2026
Emily Dickson

Echo Evasion: How Moths Outsmart Hungry Bats

In a high-stakes game of hide-and-seek conducted in the cover of night, moths employ stealth strategies and elusive manoeuvres to stay alive.

Mar 9, 2026
Don Scallen

The Wonders of Moth Antennae

From helping with navigation to filtering out pheromones, these delicate but powerful sensory organs are crucial tools for moth survival.

Feb 10, 2026
Don Scallen

The Bass, the Crayfish and the Organic Food Processor

My underwater video reveals a fascinating glimpse at how crayfish play dead to sneakily steal bass eggs.

Jan 8, 2026
Don Scallen

Bid to Purchase Caledon’s ‘Swan Lake’ Falls Through – What’s Next?

After Brookvalley rejects CVC’s offer to buy the rehabilitated pit, Caledon council decides to rescind the in-fill motion altogether.

Dec 10, 2025
Emily Dickson

Alice and the Mushroom

Fly agaric, long known for its potent psychoactive properties, is an iconic woodland fungus that has made many an appearance in pop culture.

Dec 8, 2025
Don Scallen

Flora Dickison and Sarah Cianfarani

These two graduates of Dufferin County’s Youth Climate Activation Circle have become environmental advocates for sustainability.

Nov 24, 2025
Janice Quirt

My Green Friend, Olive Oil

A small green frog with a big personality often finds herself sharing a meal with a human companion.

Nov 9, 2025
Don Scallen

Explainer: Why Is Controversy Swirling Around Caledon’s ‘Swan Lake’?

While activists and their allies fight to protect a body of water at a rehabilitated gravel pit, the Town of Caledon is considering new bylaws that could alter future land use regulations.

Oct 10, 2025
Emily Dickson

Orb-Weaving Spiders

These skilled weavers spin intricate orb webs of great beauty and efficiency. 

Oct 8, 2025
Don Scallen

Late Summer Wetland Wildflowers

The onset of autumn brings a profusion of late bloomers that add a splash of colour to Ontario wetlands.

Sep 11, 2025
Don Scallen

Brief Encounters

A fleeting glimpse of one of these five rare Headwaters species can feel like magic – and like a warning we can’t ignore.

Sep 8, 2025
Don Scallen