Researching the islands of our Great Lakes

For my upcoming book, 

A 1,000-MILE GREAT LAKES 

ISLAND ADVENTURE,

I delved into the history of the islands and uncovered some fascinating stories.

The photo below is of Christy Anne Morrison, one of only two survivors from the sinking of the Asia, a ferry making a route to Manitoulin Island in the fall of 1882.

And this second photo is of the famous diving horse that entertained crowds by plunging 40 feet into the waters around Toronto Island.

These are just two of the fascinating stories I explore in my upcoming book.

It will be available to select indie bookstores this May, then everywhere in June.

Please check out my schedule of speaking engagements in the sidebar here. I am still adding events, so check back to see if I'll be coming to your town.

I hope to see you along the way!

Video Highlights from my Great Lakes ISLAND Adventure

Here are some highlights from my third 

Great Lakes odyssey exploring the 

islands of our magnificent Great Lakes.

Toronto Islands

I explored the Toronto Islands 

for my upcoming book. 

These small islands tuck up against Toronto's shoreline and are accessible by ferry.

Map of the Toronto Islands

The view from the islands back at Toronto

View from the ferry

Mature trees give these islands a lush, natural feel

They are a wonderful retreat for Toronto's residents and visitors.

Boardwalk along the Lake Ontario side of the island

Plaza and fountain on one of the islands

The ferry

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