Nourish Your Nervous System
The long dark of winter is on our doorstep. With shorter days, many of us find this season challenging on
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Cottage Life
Kelly Whyte – Following the light & chasing down a dream
A relative newcomer to the Kawartha Lakes art community, artist Kelly Whyte talks about her childhood in a rural community
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A Beginners Guide to Navigating Our Snowmobile Trails
So what’s your outdoor activity going to be this winter? A 2019 study by the University of Guelph confirmed that
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Peterborough Canoes, Sure – But Peterborough Toboggans?
The Peterborough Canoe Company (PCC) was formed in 1892 and operated until 1961. It produced thousands of wide-board, cedar strip,
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Why Have a Heating Protection Plan?
Keeping your home warm during the winter months is one thing you should never have to worry about. British Empire
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Cottage Chic By Design
There are some things I look forward to as the Canadian winter rolls around again – crisp air, a fresh
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3 Pinecone Crafts
In late November, before the first snow flies, the kids and I spend days exploring the forest near our home.
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Empire Cheese Cooperative – Making Curd Since 1870
Cheese curd has been enjoyed for centuries – in fact the ancient Romans enjoyed a dish called globuli, which is basically
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Lighthouse: Helping You Make New Traditions
Where you gather becomes the heart of your family – it is the place where you cook the Christmas turkey,
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A Different Kind of Countdown
Our family begins our Yuletide celebration with a 3-week countdown. It’s one of our most favourite traditions— a seasonal activity
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