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Paddling the dark secrets of the Black River (11 photos)

Couchiching Conservancy's Passport to Nature program offers 'paddle party' on this 'incredible river' that helps tell the history of the region

Jul 27, 2022 11:45 AM Read more >

Local cycling pioneer still 'making tracks' (7 photos)

Oro-Medonte senior pushed for Simcoe County Museum exhibit which showcases 'important role of Hardwood, Horseshoe, Simcoe County Forest and cycling clubs'

Jun 27, 2022 12:30 PM Read more >

Behold 'beauty and wonder' of Canadian Shield (14 photos)

Cooper's Falls Trail boasts varied terrain that is 'just enough up and down climbing to make it interesting but not overly difficult,' says hiker

May 27, 2022 12:15 PM Read more >

Going with the flow is the secret for these paddlers (9 photos)

'There’s nothing like the satisfaction of picking a line down a rapid and nailing it,' says Tony Reid, a semi-retired doctor in his 70s. 'It’s challenging mentally and physically'

Apr 27, 2022 7:00 PM Read more >

Local woman inspired by nature, working for nature (5 photos)

Upon return to Orillia, Samantha Vessios 'got lost in nature and started to appreciate the things we pass by every day' and has turned that passion into a career

Mar 28, 2022 12:30 PM Read more >

Orillians find unique ways to get outside, support causes (9 photos)

Many people in the community relish a 'chance to get outside and breathe and blow some of the pandemic dust off,' says Mayor Steve Clarke

Feb 28, 2022 7:30 AM Read more >

Brewery Bay home to real-life storybook rink (3 photos)

Popular rink inspired by story in 'Mariposa' book by Jamie Lamb; Creating the rink gave Orillia man 'the purpose (he) was looking for'

Jan 24, 2022 2:45 PM Read more >

Make a New Year’s resolution to get out. Here’s some tips! (5 photos)

Despite the pandemic, columnist urges you to enjoy getting outdoors in the new year, maybe even making a resolution to give yourself a nature prescription

Dec 27, 2021 12:30 PM Read more >

Forest therapy is more than a walk in the woods

A forest therapy walk is about 'self-care. The idea is to take your time to open up all of your senses,' says local forest therapy guide

Nov 29, 2021 12:30 PM Read more >

Farm offers opportunity to hang out with alpacas (6 photos)

'If I’ve had a stressful day, I just come out here, feed them and hang out with them – it always makes me feel better,' says co-owner of Oro-Medonte estate

Oct 27, 2021 9:00 AM Read more >

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