Environment
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.
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.
Flora Dickison and Sarah Cianfarani
These two graduates of Dufferin County’s Youth Climate Activation Circle have become environmental advocates for sustainability.
My Green Friend, Olive Oil
A small green frog with a big personality often finds herself sharing a meal with a human companion.
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.
Orb-Weaving Spiders
These skilled weavers spin intricate orb webs of great beauty and efficiency.
Late Summer Wetland Wildflowers
The onset of autumn brings a profusion of late bloomers that add a splash of colour to Ontario wetlands.
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.
Nature Journalling for Kids
Outdoor educator Billie Jo Reid aims to inspire enthusiasm for the environment through sketching in nature.
Moths of the Limberlost
These furry little moths sporting tiny faces with big eyes are delightful companions in the garden.
The Buzz about Dragonflies
Dragonflies are fascinating and unique insects thanks to their ancient lineage, iridescent colors, and their role as voracious predators in the insect world.
Hitchhiking Mussels
These mendacious mollusks lure unsuspecting smallmouth bass into giving it a free ride – and a free meal.



