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Colin Harris has got me thinking these days (see my Jan 25th post). I have been thinking about the value of taking kids outside. But I am also thinking about the value of getting adults…
The Spruce Lake Protected Area
If you live in British Columbia, or you are just visiting, I recommend spending some time in this place: If you go there and you are bored, it’s your fault. I went to the Spruce…

Max Finkelstein and the Talmud of Paddling
I was out jogging in the Ottawa arboretum this afternoon, when I spotted a green heron standing on a log in a small pond trying to eat a frog. I don’t see green herons very frequently, and this one was much more concerned with the frog than with me, so I was able to watch the action at close range. It was a nice surprise since my legs were feeling quite heavy and I was happy for a break from running.
While I stood there a couple dogs came by followed by a guy with his arm in a sling. I pointed out the heron and we fell into conversation. As it turned out, this guy was Max Finkelstein noted canoeist and writer…
Back in the Great Bear Rainforest
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Colin Harris story on the cover of iRun magazine.
Colin Harris is the cover-boy in the current issue of iRun magazine. Written by yours truly, I hope this story helps to spread Colin’s important message across Canada. Read on to find a link to the story…