The day we visited the RBG in Burlington as part of our #VisitBurlON FAM trip tour, it was raining. Despite big drops splashing on our camera bags, we were very happy. The RBG employees were as well. With no rain for almost a month, the grass was a bit brown and the flowers shriveled up a bit… not the best scenario for a place that thrives on showcasing some of…
If you wake up very early – and I mean at 5:30 a.m. crack of dawn early – on a Saturday morning, and leave the house at about 6:10 a.m.…
Despite being known for its Falls and for the amusements of Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls is also home to cool spot. A place where you can immerse yourself in nature.…
As a teenager, I took art classes throughout high school, which meant that I was introduced to many great artists including the Group of Seven. As such, I was also introduced to Killarney Provincial Park and its gorgeous iconic scenery. From all the Canadian painters, I have a love for the works of the Group of Seven, and others, such as Emily Carr, who focused on nature scenes. Visiting Killarney…
One of the more popular summer activities for many in the Toronto area, is to go exploring Elora, Ontario, a small town northwest of the city. It’s an increasingly busy…
Depending on your age, you probably remember different types of streetcars and subway trains in Toronto. Remember when the Red Rocket was actually the Red Rocket? I do. You can…
Mississauga has some beautiful parks and natural areas. None are as lovely as Rattray Marsh Conservation Area, located by Lake Ontario. Frank and I recently took an early morning walk at the marsh with cameras in hand. Battling mosquitoes and hanging spiders, we managed to take several photos on a quiet weekend morning. Just a warning – what I’m sharing with you here may inspire you to do some exploring…