Author: Clean Technica
If cormorants aren’t actually bad for the ecosystem, can we bear to let them exist?
I remember when the cormorants came back. It was the mid 1990s. People around our Georgian Bay cottage said the black waterbirds with the long, snake-like necks were an invasive … Continued
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Which landscaping stone is best for your cottage and the environment?
“Come home from land, with stone in hand,” said Thomas Tusser, a 16th-century farmer and poet best known for his collection of rhymed agricultural advice, Five Hundred Points of Good Husbandry. … Continued
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Wildlife moms who don’t deserve a Mother’s Day card (or maybe they actually do)
In the wildlife world, there are mothers that go out of their way in terms of childcare. Mergansers, for example, are known to adopt the ducklings of others, leading to … Continued
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Is lemongrass the newest tick repellent?
Another spring, another flock of ticks to avoid—and dealing with them is a common challenge for cottagers. While synthetic repellents such as DEET are a go-to for many, concerns over side … Continued
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Cottage Q&A: Is there an ideal water level for a lake?
There appears to be a debate between our lake residents as to whether increased lake water levels are a good thing. In one camp, they like the higher water level. … Continued
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