Clay Dolan – Escarpment Magazine

The Name Game – Origins of Blue Mountain’s Trail Names.

Chairlift and ski trail names can inspire, trigger anxiety, or make you chuckle. Some are punny (funny puns), while others play off a theme. It’s a difficult task, filling in the blanks on a resort trail map. Names like “Smart Alec” or “Big Baby” read like taunts, while others like “Hell’s Half Acre” are suspiciously nefarious. When you scratch beneath the surface, however, the names of Blue’s lifts and trails reflect the deep-rooted history and culture of the resort, relaying stories and remembering those who laid the groundwork for the sport of skiing in Ontario.

Free Falling – Waterfalls of Grey and Bruce Counties

From gentle cascades to roaring rushes, waterfalls are mesmerizing, serene, and always worth the effort it takes to view them. The Escarpment’s undulating topography has made it rich with streams and rivers, and dozens of waterfalls are often just a short drive or hike away.

The Path to the Podium

Canada has a legacy of producing some of the world’s best ski racers. This has traditionally been done despite the odds. Let’s rediscover the role our community plays in backing our racers to give them a fighting chance.

Cyder House Rules – Autumn 2021 Fashion

Local retailers serve spicy looks for cool Escarpment days & nights. Photographed at Duntroon Cyder House & Farm

A Taste of Italy on Lake Huron

Located on the pristine shores of Lake Huron, in the bustling town of Port Elgin, Executive
Chef Kean Sagloski and his team at Ristorante Rosina are known for their fresh handmade
pasta, dry aged beef and of course their incredible signature duck wings.

A Splash of Local

These warm weather sippers belong on your summer bucket list — with fresh ingredients and local distillers, you can sip well into the dog days. Enjoy!

Somewhere Down The Crazy River

While more seasoned thrill seekers might search out fast flowing white water to the north, closer to home we have some fantastic, gentle flowing rivers perfect for day tripping. The three most popular routes are the Nottawasaga, Beaver and Saugeen Rivers.

A Hike Steeped In History

In the late 1870’s William Hogg built a sawmill along the picturesque Boyne River north of Flesherton. Today the Bruce Trail connects Hogg’s Falls and Eugenia Falls and provides stunning views along this challenging seven-kilometre hike.

Author: Clay Dolan