Fishing has always been something I’ve enjoyed, whether I catch a fish or not. Yes, the rush of a bite with the added excitement of discovering the river monster at the end of the line is quite gratifying and makes fishing that much more enjoyable. I’ve also grown to enjoy the peacefulness of just ‘being’…
In high school, I was fortunate to experience a canoe trip through the school’s outdoor-ed program. Since then, I’ve always wanted to get back out on the water in the vessel that predates the existence of our country to re-create that adventure. After a lot of research and planning, I decided to take on a…
I went into the office smiling and left 7 hours later with the same grin on my face. You might ask what I do for work or what on earth might be wrong with me… but, it was Friday, the beginning of my cottage weekend. Leaving the office, contentedly, I decided to grab some essential…
Jonny Harris, from CBC’s Still Standing, visits Fort Coulonge in the Pontiac. Jonny explores the history and the vibrant spirit of the town. To see the full episode visit CBC’s website. CBC: In this episode, Jonny pampers the town’s furry friends, samples a taste of maple heaven, and ziplines through the trees to catch a breathtaking…
Our ‘Happy‘ Pontiac video is here! It’s the first video of this type in the Ottawa Valley. It aims to highlight the cheerful and welcoming personality of the residents of Pontiac and strengthen the sense of belonging in the region. The video features residents of Pontiac dancing to the Pharrell Williams’ hit “Happy”, a global…