Prince Edward County, Ontario, Canada
Walking in the RainFebruary 08 & February 10 It was an impressive sight as almost the entire complement of 23 people who had registered for an interpretive hike at Massassauga Point two weekends ago, had actually decided to come, and stood huddled together in…
Habitat Changes Brings New SpeciesFebruary 01 & February 03 I attended a funeral of an acquaintance two weeks ago who had passed away at the age of 102. My father died at the age of 96, but 102 is an incredible accomplishment. As the…
Surviving the Deep FreezeJanuary 25 & January 27 One of the several slide show/Power Point presentations that I enjoy showing to interested groups in the Quinte area, and beyond, is one titled, “Preparing for the Big Freeze.” Other than a presentation I continue to show…
Massassauga’s Winter OfferingsJanuary 18 & January 20 There is something truly special about Massassauga Point Conservation Area in the winter. And I would guess, judging from the well packed trails that resemble those used heavily at the H.R. Frink Centre, that others are moved too…
The Nature Of IceJanuary 11 & January 13 Earlier this winter, a neighbour dropped in, and during the course of the conversation, asked what I knew about anchor ice. Truth was, I couldn’t recall ever hearing the term before, although apparently his father spoke of…