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In the Bush: Yes, it's possible to camp out at -30 C

In the Bush: Yes, it's possible to camp out at -30 C

At least it is for our outdoors expert Viki Mather
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Winter is the perfect time to prepare for portage season

Winter is the perfect time to prepare for portage season

Frozen lakes and snowshoes make it much easier to clear trails for the summer
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In the Bush: Freeze-up different every year, and always beautiful 'beyond these words I write to you'

In the Bush: Freeze-up different every year, and always beautiful 'beyond these words I write to you'

'I want to walk across the lake. But I dare not. The desire to stay warm and dry is stronger'
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In the Bush: Last paddle of the year is magical

In the Bush: Last paddle of the year is magical

'The quiet of the lake reaches into my heart'
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In the Bush: Outdoors guru Viki Mather on her fall prowl for wild mushrooms

In the Bush: Outdoors guru Viki Mather on her fall prowl for wild mushrooms

'Wild mushrooms are so fascinating, so beautiful and somewhat mysterious'
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In the Bush: When it comes to camping, I'm all about the familiarity

In the Bush: When it comes to camping, I'm all about the familiarity

There are limitless places to camp, but Viki Mather has her favourites and frequents them often
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In the Bush: Outdoor columnist watches some playful bear cubs … with a sharp eye out for mama's return

In the Bush: Outdoor columnist watches some playful bear cubs … with a sharp eye out for mama's return

'They tossed and tumbled as you would expect to see puppies or kittens playing'
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Mather: Spring’s arrival, canoe gets wet and the magical sight of open water

Mather: Spring’s arrival, canoe gets wet and the magical sight of open water

Exploring the water, freshly free of ice
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Mather: April showers, a lament for winter and the rush of spring

Mather: April showers, a lament for winter and the rush of spring

Viki Mather takes one of her last skis of the winter season, while pining for the coming of the warm weather
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In the Bush: Following moose tracks in the deep snow

In the Bush: Following moose tracks in the deep snow

Snowshoeing expedition reveals some interesting insights
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