The epidemic of the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) in Central North America has resulted in the loss of millions of Ash trees. Entire Forests have fallen victim to this beetle. Signs of infestation become apparent once the tree has been heavily infested by the EAB. Unfortunately, one signs are visible, the outlook is bleak. SignsContinue reading “Emerald Ash Borer: Destructive artists at work”
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Queen’s Wharf Wood
The Queen’s Wharf is the third and largest of the military-built wharves. It offered many uses, including connection to the railways. As a result, it was a busy industrial dock used by tall ships, schooners, and steamers. In fact, it connected the flow of goods from the Great Lakes waterways to the railways of theContinue reading “Queen’s Wharf Wood”
DOUGLAS FIR: How the heck did it get to Ontario
Most would agree that old barns are pretty neat. Some barns have withstood the test of time, especially in Ontario. Ever wonder how they decided what lumber to use? Well, in short, most barns built in the 1800s were simply made up of the wood that was found on the farm property. It was easyContinue reading “DOUGLAS FIR: How the heck did it get to Ontario”