Video of the former Canadian Northern Railway/CN-Kinghorn Subdivision (MP 21.2-26.1) west of Geraldton, ON. Features the grade at Bankfield, later Macwell Station, including the remains of the siding (which was recently flooded for some time), ties and milepost markers. There were also some locals whose feathers were ruffled by our visit so to speak.
Part 4 of 5.
Active, 1914-2005.
Video of the former Canadian Northern Railway/CN-Kinghorn Subdivision (MP 21.2-26.1) west of Geraldton, ON. Features the grade as it approaches Bankfield/Macwell Station with embankments, cuttings and a small trestle over Dionne Creek. Includes some trivia regarding the Dionne Quintuplets.
Part 3 of 5.
Active, 1914-2005.
Video of the former Canadian Northern Railway/CN-Kinghorn Subdivision (MP 21.2-26.1) west of Geraldton, ON. Features the grade as it cuts through a low-lying area with flanger signs and mileposts markers.
Part 2 of 5.
Active, 1914-2005.
Video of the former Canadian Northern Railway/CN-Kinghorn Subdivision (MP 21.2-26.1) west of Geraldton, ON. Features the grade from the western outskirts of Geraldton to Milepost 122.8/22 and includes a former spur that once ran north of the grade.
Part 1 of 5.
Active, 1914-2005.
Video of the former Canadian Northern Railway/CN-Kinghorn Subdivision (MP 19.9-21.2) at Geraldton, ON. Features the grade on the west side of the community and includes the remains of the siding, spurs, milepost markers and a large culvert over Hardrock Creek.
Part 2 of 2.
Active, 1914-2005.
Video of the former Canadian Northern Railway/CN-Kinghorn Subdivision (MP 19.9-21.2) at Geraldton, ON. Features the grade as it enters the community from the east and includes the remains of the siding, spurs and station.
Part 1 of 2.
Active, 1914-2005.
Extra Credit is video series that examines topics related to history in the Thunder Bay District and exploring that history.
Most people hike in pairs, with a group or with a special furry friend. Companions are often an integral part of the being in the outdoors, so this episode is all about my experiences during my 30+ years of exploring. Who is your favourite hiking companion?
Extra Credit is video series that examines topics related to history in the Thunder Bay District and exploring that history.
Summer is a great time to get out and explore, but you need to make sure you have the right gear. Watch as I break down my suggestions for what to wear, literally from head to toe. This includes items for both hiking and biking.
Extra Credit is video series that examines topics related to history in the Thunder Bay District and exploring that history.
This episode is all hiking and biking…literally. I’ve been biking almost as long as I’ve been exploring local history. A few years ago I decided to combine both of these interests to allow me to cover more ground and give viewers a more “railway-like” experience. You hear me explain my history with bikes, show off my current ride as well as some of the accessories I use in my explorations. You’ll also see some video of my biking adventures, including an unexpected “accident.” Enjoy!
**Please just ignore my dog Luna when she appears on camera. I was so focused I had no idea she was in the frame or what she was doing.
Extra Credit is video series that examines topics related to history in the Thunder Bay District and exploring that history.
This episode is all about photography, which I’ve been involved with photography since the mid 90s when cameras were still using film. I explain the evolution of my photography from that time to the present, some of the cameras that I have used along the way and how technology has changed this particular field of history exploration. I’ve also included some of my better shots from the past to today, including my newest foray into drone photography.
Enjoy!
Poverty, Agony, Distress & Want! 