Susan W. Smith

331 posts

April 2026 TI Life is now online!

I heard birds singing this morning - a good sign that summer is coming - and mark my words - we will be

From the Editor with Paul's Smile

Remembering Derek Innes and John Peach, swimming bats and more . . .

John Peach 1949-2026

News Media from the "Watertown Daily Times", to "NPR Radio", and Facebook paid tribute to, John Peach. . . thanks once again for all you did for our River.

Thank You Gretchen

This one reads like a tour of our little town, Gananoque, ON and as you explained - a Tribute to the town you love so much.

Thousand Islands Watershed Land Trust secures Red Horse Highlands for $1.5 million

The project was a win but a daunting prospect, with a fundraising goal 200% larger than the largest project in TIWLT’s history at that time . . .

March Issue of Thousand Islands Life is online

The St. Lawrence Seaway opens March 22nd, Boldt Castle opens May 9th, and we expect to be on the island

From the Editor, and Paul's Smile!

Lots of information this month... plus Paul's new cartoon for March; congratulations to Ann Ward; spring photos, Wolfe Island concerns +++

Where to Find History?

Love history? I want to make sure readers on both sides of the border are reminded of some important organizations where you can find our history. . .

WPBS The Home-Scale Forest Garden, with Dani Baker!

Introducing the 8-episode TV series on WPBS, featuring Cross Island Farm’s Dani Baker

February Thousand Islands Life is now online

We are a few days early so that you can join the world-wide Great Backyard Bird Count, which begins

From the Editor, February 2026

Regional news, photos and explanations . . .

February 13-16, 2026 - Bird Count

Over the next four days we invite people to spend time in their favorite places watching and counting as many birds as they can find . . .

From the Editor, January '26

2026, a whole new year. This month I pay Tribute to Gordon Byers from Bostwick Island and Half Moon Bay, links to winter activities, and please check my explanation as to why we need your comments and suggestions. (Hint 2,500 articles...)