Five-lined Skinks
Jan 25, 2024 | | Notes from the WildOntario’s only lizard species happens to be one that utilises a clever survival tactic — dropping its tail when scared.
Kids Camps 2
Jan 23, 2024 | | PromotionsFind the best Summer Camps and March Break Camps in Orangeville, Caledon, Shelburne, Bolton, and Mulmur at In The Hills
Ontario Rattlesnakes and Their Mimics
Jan 8, 2024 | | Notes from the WildRattlesnakes in Ontario are largely harmless, save for the Massasauga rattlesnake, the only venomous one in the province.
Winter In The Hills
Dec 13, 2023 | | Back Issues | Winter 2023Get ready to embrace the colder weather with backyard rinks, tales from the Arctic, Alton Mill’s Fire & Ice festival and lots more winter fun.
Pork and Cabbage Dumplings
Dec 6, 2023 | | RecipesDumplings shaped like half moons start in a menu inspired by the tasty traditions – and midwinter optimism – of lunar new year celebrations.
Three Species That Ontario Has Lost
Dec 6, 2023 | | Notes from the WildAs habitats shrink, these three animals have become ‘extirpated herptiles’ — reptiles and amphibians that are now regionally extinct in Ontario.
The Case for Kindness
Nov 27, 2023 | | Editor’s DeskAfter reflecting on 30 years of producing In The Hills, editor Signe Ball believes that what holds our community together is the willingness of people to care for other people.
Winter Contributors
Nov 27, 2023 | | ContributorsMeet three of the key members of the In The Hills team – Jim Stewart, Liz Beatty, and Elaine Li – who contributed to our winter issue.
Letters – Our Readers Write: Winter 2023
Nov 27, 2023 | | Letters, Our Readers WriteWant to share your thoughts or insights about our stories? Drop us a line – we love to hear from our readers!
Artist in Residence: CJ Shelton
Nov 27, 2023 | | Artist in ResidenceAs a student of mysticism and esoteric philosophy, artist CJ Shelton’s works reflect her love of the archetypal realm.
Field Notes for Winter 2023
Nov 27, 2023 | | Field NotesFire & Ice at the Alton Mill, The Nutcracker live on stage, and lots of holiday markets will keep you busy this winter.
We Need to Stay in Touch – But Can Community Newspapers Survive?
Nov 27, 2023 | | Fence PostsVeteran writer Dan Needles laments the loss of printed news while pondering the future of journalism.