Author: Cara Williams

Freeze The Day

While some flock to warmer climes during the snowy season, the adventuresome souls who remain are rewarded with breathtaking views, unspoiled scenery, and wintry magic. Whether you want to drop a line into the frozen bay, explore your town or hike to an icy waterfall, Escarpment has something for everyone this winter.

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The Last Rodeo?

When rumours began circulating that this season’s Lake Louise Alpine Ski World Cup would be the last, I was determined to find out if the tales were true. I booked a flight to Calgary, grabbed my skis, donned my cowboy hat, and headed to one of my favourite places in the Canadian Rockies.

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In Conversation with Kris Mahler

Coming off a World Cup win last season, Canada’s Kris Mahler shares his thoughts on going head-to-head against the best in the world at the FIS Ski Cross World Cup Finals at his home club, Craigleith Ski Club, March 16-18, 2023.

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Birds of Prey

With an impressive wing span, distinctive white head and signature scowl, the bald eagle was once listed under Ontario’s Endangered Species Act. Thanks however, to a well-established management program, Great Lakes’ bald eagles are soaring once again.

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Punching Above Our Weight

To the rest of the skiing world we’re known as flatlanders—while we can’t lay claim to true mountain ranges, Escarpment clubs know a thing or two about producing medal-winning athletes, breeding lifelong skiers and hosting world-class events.

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The Last Lightkeeper

The last of a long line of lightkeepers of the Nottawasaga Island Lighthouse, Wilfred Neil Johnston held the position from 1963 to 1983—an incredible feat considering he lost his eyesight in 1940.

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Meet Me At The Green

Spearheaded by the Creemore Community Foundation, the Creemore Village Green is a four- season, family oriented, shared community space in the heart of this historic Village.

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Ghost Ships

Thousands of vessels, along with countless souls, have met their demise sailing the unpredictable, quick-tempered waters of the
Great Lakes. A veritable marine graveyard, the shipwrecks of Lake Huron and Georgian Bay have deemed it a world-class diving destination.

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