A disease known for decimating salmon and trout populations has been detected in B.C. for the first time. Whirling disease is caused by the parasite Myxobolus cerebralis, which can kill up to 90 per cent of young salmon and trout in affected bodies of water, according to a study in the Canadian Journal of Fisheries

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17.11.2023

Everything you need to know about bear spray - Cottage Life

Invented in the 1980s, bear spray has been used for decades to protect humans from fatal bear attacks. While rare, attacks do happen, and one of the best ways to keep yourself and others safe around aggressive bears is to carry bear spray—and know how to use it. Remember: bear spray is legal in Canada,

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24.11.2023

The best Black Friday deals on outdoor gear - Cottage Life

Our editorial team independently selects these products. If you choose to buy any, we may earn a commission that helps fund our content. Learn more. 'Tis the season to save on all your outdoor gear! Skiing weather is on the horizon, and, hey, it's never too early to buy items for next summer. Check out these

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27.11.2023

The origins of 7 wildlife idioms - Cottage Life

“She has a bee in her bonnet”; “We had a whale of a time!”; “Cat got your tongue?” You’ve all heard these animal idioms, and you—for the most part—probably understand what they mean in modern language. But do you know where they came from? (That last phrase, according to one theory, came about because in

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