PLACES - Ontario

Cargill, Ontario

A lot of us have not heard of an Ontario community called Cargill located in Bruce County. Cargill became the first village of its size in this part of Canada to have its own electric power and fire protection and opened its first post office on January 2, 1880. There Read more…

By emarene, ago
PLACES - Grey Bruce

Morland Garden

Somewhere along Grey Road 18 intersecting Inglis Falls Road in Owen Sound is Morland Garden. A fascinating place with an English style manor and garden that seems to be a part of a film set. Not sure if the building is open to the public, but it does look stunning Read more…

By emarene, ago
PLACES - Ontario

West Grey

In all our drives and wanderings, we have not made a stop in the township of West Grey, Durham Region – but there is always a first time. We found the place fascinating, having a varied mix of everything. First, there was a waterfalls. The McGowan waterfalls, a busy place Read more…

By emarene, ago
All Things ART

Colorful Stones

“We can choose to throw stones, to stumble on them, to climb over them, or to build with them.” ~ William Arthur Ward Painted rocks just make me happy. We see them every time during our hikes and walks, hidden among the grass. Imagine my excitement when I found a Read more…

By emarene, ago
All Things ART

Singhampton Sculpture Forest

Spent a lovely afternoon wandering around this privately owned sculpture garden in Singhampton. The 3 acre forest is filled with interesting sculptures and artworks created by the owner/artist herself. After the forest walk, one can also visit the gallery/studio. Rick, the other half is an artist himself specializing in fine Read more…

By emarene, ago