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Short-lived wildflowers bring joy and hope when both are needed
Adding a splash of colour to the woodland floor, these ephemeral wildflowers are examples of a fun find when you are out on an early spring walk
Apr 4, 2021 11:00 AM
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Creating collections is a rite of passage for naturalists
There is a world of difference between ‘building a collection’ and ‘accumulating junk,’ warns outdoors columnist
Mar 28, 2021 11:30 AM
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Role of snow fleas among most critical of any species on earth
These tiny insects, more properly called springtails, are the most plentiful creature in all of Ontario and are found everywhere on globe, says outdoors columnist
Mar 21, 2021 11:30 AM
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Evidence of seasonal shift is taking flight all around us
What a great place this region is to live in, and what a profound event is this turning of the seasons, notes outdoors columnist
Mar 14, 2021 11:30 AM
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Winged migrants are coming home to roost, and to nest
Birdwatchers will soon be abuzz reporting on new arrivals, cars will patrol back roads and clusters of telescopes will be in evidence, says outdoors columnist
Mar 7, 2021 11:30 AM
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It's between seasons, but move from dormancy to activity is afoot
While the calendar may say that Spring starts in late March, Nature says differently, explains outdoors columnist ... with a nod to Greek mythology
Feb 28, 2021 11:30 AM
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Beware the ripple effects when creating an 'avian tavern'
Nesting boxes are a way of keeping birds within easy viewing distance while providing a service to their chances of survival, says outdoors columnist
Feb 21, 2021 11:30 AM
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There's nothing quite like the allure of a wood-burning fire
There are many anecdotes and bits of lore that go with firewood collecting and burning, says outdoors columnist
Feb 14, 2021 11:30 AM
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A cool story of frost, ice and snow
'Frost, ice and snow are just winter versions of summer’s dew, mist and rain,' says outdoors columnist
Feb 7, 2021 11:30 AM
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House-bound? Look around and see what 'wildlife' you can find
The attic, the basement, the back of the closet, maybe even under the bed .. there are so many places for wildlife to hang out in the house, says outdoors columnist
Jan 31, 2021 11:30 AM
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