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Rideau Canal will see reduced hours, but no fee hikes for now

As boaters get back in the water, here’s an update on proposed changes for the use of historic canal systems in Ontario, including the regionally-significant Rideau Canal. According to statements from Environment Minister Peter Kent and...

Tuesday news roundup: Hospitals, schools, and bars

Correction: This post originally said that the Vermont legislature had passed the migrant workers’ driver’s license legislation. In fact, that legislation hasn’t passed and is still in the legislature. Hello! Today from our...

News stories tagged with "recreation"

Celebrating the RV Lifestyle

by Brian Mann

Jun 03, 2002 — This summer, the North Country will see the usual fleet of RVs. Massive Airstreams and Winnebagos, pop-up Coleman tent trailers and Volkswagen sleeper vans will fill local campgrounds. On Saturday, the Shelburne Museum in Vermont unveiled a new exhibition that celebrates this gypsy lifestyle. Brian Mann reports on "American Wanderlust", a look at the history of the RV. Go to full article

Protecting the Adirondacks, Pt 2

by Brian Mann

Apr 02, 2002 — The State of New York is pushing hard to finish dozens of unit management plans, the blueprints that govern recreation and environmental protection in the Adirondacks. The process is controversial in the North Country, but it's also drawing attention outside the Park. Brian Mann attended a meeting in Albany soon after the initiative was launched. Go to full article

New "Lighter" Jet-skis Introduced

by The Environment Report

Dec 20, 2001 — A quieter, less-polluting personal watercraft is expected to hit show-room floors in February or March. The new machine is the first of several being manufactured in response to criticism of the small, fast boats. The Great Lakes Radio Consortium's Lester Graham has more. Go to full article

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