Electric Biking

Electric biking in the Columbia Valley
Electric bike technology has come along way in just a few years. Today, e-bikes have a range of 20 km or more on a single charge. With good distance and relatively high speeds, they can be used as a primary source of transportation in some places. While initial costs are not insignificant, running costs are …

Butterfly Gardens

Make a butterfly garden
There is something about butterflies that instill a deep sense of wonder. They appear to us as fuzzy caterpillars found along the stems and leaves of garden plants. Then, at a certain time, they spin a delicate silk cocoon that becomes their home for many weeks to become a delicate butterfly. This story has captivated …

August Days

Late summer is the month to begin gathering your supplies for making delicious preserves to enjoy over the winter. Making jam and other spreads is one of the easiest things to do. You may have memories of cooking berries and pouring the mixtures into jars. Preserves don't require any fancy equipment, just some sterile jars, …