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Buckwheat Zydeco
The legend that is Buckwheat Zydeco (aka Stanley Dural, Jr. – born November 14, 1947 – passed, Sept. 24, 2016) educates the audience in the fine art of traditional Cajun/Louisiana party music. On tour with legendary Bluesman, Dr. John at the 2010 Hamilton, ON, “Festival Of Friends”. Buckwheat Zydeo’s Official Website

Dr. John
Legendary New Orleans Bluesman, Malcolm John “Mac” Rebennack, Jr. (born November 21, 1940), better known by the stage name Dr. John (or Dr. John Creaux). Dr. John’s Official Website The Dr. came to visit Hamilton, Ontario for the annual “Festival Of Friends” along with the equally legendary Buckwheat Zydeco.

Vikings Sail Again
Draken Harald Hårfagreis (lit. “Dragon Harald Fairhair” – named for the first King of Norway) the largest Viking Longship built in modern times – quite a feat considering there are no existing plans for the original boats! The ship left Norway in April 2016 with Capt. Björn Ahlander and his crew of 33 brave seafarers,…

Ghost Crystal
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South Louisiana Bayou
This is the beauty of Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana (US). Thanks to “extended family”, Captain Wendy Wilson-Billiot, for sharing her home and her love of the Wetlands with so many people. Follow her blog for more on life in the Louisiana Bayou – and visit for a truly educational Tour, Fishing Charter or the ultimate “Bayou…

Oldest Sugar Maple In Canada
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