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6 Hot Spots to Check Out this Winter
Looking for some winter inspiration outside of Toronto? Here are some suggestions to make the most of this snowy season. 1. Ice skating in Arrowhead Provincial Park. This park has been getting lots of attention lately, and for good reason. This 1.3 km trail provides the unique experience of gliding through the forest on a man-made ice track; no lake necessary. Bring the family, friends, or your significant other for a fairy tale skate in the woods. Entrance to the park is $16. Distance from Toronto: 2h30 mins 2. Wine tasting at the Niagara Icewine Festival. During the weekends of January 13-29th, the Niagara Icewine Festival is the perfect place…
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A Guide to Winter Biking
Dressing for the weather, winterizing your bike, and biking safely are all important for cycling in a Toronto winter.
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Warmth on a Winter’s Weekend
I know you; you’re sitting in front of your computer, wrapping misery in a blanket, and you’ve opened this article to scoff at my list of ideas to keep your heart warm through another Canadian winter. You don’t like that snow has seized our streets, patios have shut their doors, and Mr. Frost has personally ensured that you will not be at a restful temperature while outdoors for the next three months. So you might as well read this and enlighten your winter more than your wistful waiting ever could. I’m sitting at a coffee shop—outside the window to my left, the snow falls modestly—in the foreground is my computer,…
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Preparing Your Pooch For Winter
Keep your dog healthy and warm through the winter months BY RACHEL DESPRES Even at the age of 11, Trinity, a female golden retriever, still loves rolling around in snow. Owner Janis Johnson-Schiedel says, “Even when it’s cold and her feet get cold she doesn’t want to come in.” Just like people, dogs are affected by the frigid temperatures of the winter months, so it’s important to ensure your dog is properly equipped for the change of season. On the Danforth spoke with a registered veterinary technician and a pet store manager for their advice on how to help you and your pup prepare for the great white outdoors.…
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Gear Up for Winter Cycling
Don’t put away that bike just yet By Megan Watcher If you live in Toronto, you’ve probably noticed a few seemingly crazy cyclists who refuse to put away their bikes for winter. While you’re huddled up waiting for the streetcar or speed-walking down the sidewalk with soaking wet feet, you might observe those particularly committed Canucks navigating through the snow and ice on their cherished two-wheeled chariots. Perhaps you’ve seen them braving the windy viaduct, that floating no-man’s-land between the Danforth and Bloor. You probably think to yourself, “Wow, I would never attempt to ride a bike in the middle of a Canadian January.” But perhaps you should think again.…
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Enjoying the Winter While it Lasts
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