One of my all time favourite punk bands was back in Winnipeg last month to rock our punk worlds. DOA formed in the early 80's and became a political power house for the growing and evolving Canadian Punk rock scene. I haven't missed one of their shows since I was old enough to get into … Continue reading DOA
Jazzfest happens every year in Winnipeg and despite it being one of my favourite local events, I seldom find time to check it out due to time constraints. This year I managed to at least catch one of my favourite local bands, the Dirty Catfish Brass Band. Here's some shots from their set that night. … Continue reading Dirty Catfish Brass Band
Nestled along the Trans Canada highway, near the border to Ontario, is the trail head for the Hunt Lake hiking trail. Beginning at the southern edge of Hunt Lake, the trail wraps around its western edges before heading north, along the east side of West Hawk lake. It was a longer hike that … Continue reading Whiteshell Diaries
Side projects. We've all got them. My trip to Jasper was great, but I haven't finished my shots from the hunt lake trail yet, so while I have you all waiting for sweet landscape photos I thought I'd entertain your taste buds for a moment. A few months ago I started a food … Continue reading Side Note
Nestled on the shore of Lake Manitoba, a mere two hundred and thirty-five kilometres from the heart of Winnipeg is a gem I feel guilty for exposing, but would feel equally guilty for with-holding. It's one of many places that stands as testimony to all the nay-sayers of our provinces beauty. Manitoba is not boring. … Continue reading Steep Rock
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