Skis, Snowshoes, or Hiking Boots

SKIS, SNOWSHOES, OR HIKING BOOTS Wednesday, January 24, 2007 (Napanee Beaver) Friday, January 26, 2007 (Picton Gazette)One of my fondest winter memories of the farm we used to own is of the laneway which led from the road to the back fields. Bordered by…

A Shrewd Discovery on the Trail

A SHREWD DISCOVERY ON THE TRAIL Wednesday, January 17, 2007 (Napanee Beaver) Friday, January 19, 2007 (Picton Gazette) As we hit the trail at daybreak on the west side of Prince Edward County, there were moments when we both felt that our faces were…

The Lure of Walking

THE LURE OF WALKING Wednesday, January 10, 2007 (Napanee Beaver) Friday, January 12, 2007 (Picton Gazette) Nipper has become famous. She turned up last year on the cover of a prominent trail brochure. Nipper is our Sheltie/Terrier dog and the photo was one that…

Beaver Meadow Wildlife Management Area

BEAVER MEADOW WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT AREA Anyone who sets foot in Beaver Meadow Wildlife Management Area can’t help but be impressed by this extraordinary wetland. From nesting wood ducks, Canada geese and ospreys, to woodland flowers, salamanders and under water inhabitants, this popular conservation area…

Macaulay Mountain Conservation Area

MACAULAY MOUNTAIN CONSERVATION AREA Whatever your hiking interests, they are available at Macaulay Mountain Conservation Area. Located on County Road 8 (Union Street), on the eastern outskirts of Picton, this 440-acre conservation area offers easy hiking in the lowland area, more rugged trekking on…