Early Summer 2015 Issue
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What's Inside Early Summer 2015
Features
The Original Love Boat
Canadians have a history of doing it on the water (canoeing, that is).
All for One, One for All
Four generations of the Moriarty clan share a single Gull Lake cottage with good humour and a few simple rules.
Where There's Fire
Firepits and firebowls look good and can go almost anywhere. Here’s what you need to know before you buy.
Beauty is a Beast
The dragonfly is a badass predator. Take a look at its amazing feats of flight, stealth, and survival.
Who, Who Goes there?
Our Western owls are creatures of the night, best viewed away from city lights.
Departments
TrueWest
Get to know Pender Island, B.C.; giant rodent fossil; invasive species smackdown; reporter; make ice cream while you boat; sunglass safety; a prickly situation; outhouse homage to beer.
Cottage Feast Grill Guide
Pizza on the BBQ: blue cheese potato, chicken, prosciutto breakfast, and more; Hawaij spice rub; rosés for summer; smoky Miami ribs; how to grill shrimp; new ways with rhubarb.
Cottage Workshop
Deck cleaning options; unstable dock tips; prefab aluminum deck kit; birch log umbrella stand; installing cedar shingles; tool lending libraries; how to repair a broken fishing rod.
Editor's Note
The allure of flannel: lumbersexuals in cottage country.
Letters
Mail from our readers.
Cottage Q&A
Radio reception; aircraft cable vs. chain for docks; painting a metal fireplace; growing herbs; snakes in the basement.
In Like Zim
Fad diets? The next “it” product? Zim takes a look into the future.
Cabin Pressure
The hottest trends of the summer in decor, woodstoves, appliances, and more, plus an art deco lamp project.
The Ultimate Lake Toy
Amphibious vehicles have an undeniable wow factor on the water. Are they practical for ocean- and lake-access cabins?
Nature Scrapbook
Meet the meat-eating sundew plant.
Weekender
Photo entries from our readers.
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