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Standing Where It Happened I always meant this series to have three parts. But in mid‑August 2024, I found myself standing on the shoreline in Niagara-on-the-Lake, looking across the mouth of the Niagara River at Old Fort Niagara. From where I stood, the fort looked quiet, almost serene. The water lapped gently at the shore, and the red roofs and stone…

Exploring abandoned relics is more than just a hobby for me, it’s a passion. From a 102-year-old mining smelter to deserted homes in Wellington North,…

In 2018, a blog post celebrated the rise of Toronto rapper Houdini. With massive Spotify downloads and industry recognition, he seemed destined for greatness. Tragically,…

The blog details a journey from Big White to Greenwood, BC, passing through Beaverdell, Rock Creek, Midway, and other notable spots. Beaverdell, known for its…

Yesterday, I checked out the BC Copper Company Smelter Ruins in Greenwood, BC which has been abandoned for over a century! Planned a trip to…

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