Tag: Swimming
The past, present and future of a changing Lake Ontario
By Daniel Macfarlane
This story is an excerpt from Daniel Macfarlane’s book The Lives of Lake Ontario: An Environmental History.
The Great Lakes News Collaborative includes Bridge Michigan, Circle of Blue, Great Lakes Now at Detroit PBS, Michigan Public and The Narwhal who work together to bring audiences news and information about the impact of climate change, pollution, and aging infrastructure on the Great Lakes and drinking water.
Points North: The Iceman Giveth, The Iceman Taketh
By Ellie Katz
Points North is a biweekly podcast about the land, water and inhabitants of the Great Lakes.
This episode was shared here with permission from Interlochen Public Radio.
Every November, mountain bikers flock to the woods of northern Michigan for the Iceman Cometh Challenge, a 30-mile mountain bike race that starts at a small town airport, cuts through steep forested hills, and ends at a campground.
The Iceman Giveth, The Iceman Taketh
This is a tale of two cyclists, one legendary race, and an unlikely rivalry.
Some Kincardine, Tiverton facilities closed due to winter storm
Due to the winter storm and the closure of Highway 21 from Amberley to Tiverton, the Municipality of Kincardine has some closures and programming cancellations for Thursday, Dec. 5. Tiverton Sports Centre is closed. Municipal Administration Centre at 1475 Concession 5, Kincardine is closed Evening registered programs at the Davidson Centre including swimming lessons and […]
‘The Bug Man’ loved insect tees. They’re now being sold to help good causes
When world-renowned London scientist and teacher Jeremy McNeil died in July, he left more than 600 bug t-shirts.