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For over 20 years I've been collecting stories, photographs, interviews, out of print books and researching various aspects of the human history of Algonquin Park in Ontario Canada. In other words, capturing voices from the past. In the fall of 2020, I launched my podcast 'Algonquin Defining Moments' to both complement my published books but also to continue my mission of sharing stories, recollections, traditions, landmarks and other fun Algonquin Park human heritage curiosities. In this way that those who share my passion for everything Algonquin Park can listen to snippets of the park and its people while commuting, walking, cooking, working around the house or even just meditating on the back deck. Enjoy! Gaye Clemson
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Tuesday Jul 11, 2023
Tuesday Jul 11, 2023
Episode 52: Tom Thomson Remembered: Anniversary Special
Given that it is the anniversary this week of Tom Thomson’s disappearance and ultimate death 106 years ago, I thought it would fun to take Algonquin Defining Moments in a slightly different direction. Published two years ago by Deryck N. Robertson from Paddler Press in Peterborough, Ontario, Canoe Lake Memories is a book of poetry with reflections on Thomson, Canoe Lake and of course fishing and water. In addition are some great paintings, which I have posted on my www.algonquinparkheritage.com website.
So for this episode, it’s best to find a relaxing spot in nature along with your favourite libation, assume your mindfulness pose and view the episode as a meditation of sorts. For each piece, I’ll introduce a bit about the writer so as to provide a bit of context.
I've also included my 3 favorite Tom Thomson songs from Ian Tamblyn including 'Down at Tea Lake Dam' My Heart Belongs to the Northland in Spring' and 'Brush and Paddle' from his Walking in the Footsteps CD. Also special thanks to Deryck N. Robertson Editor-in-Chief at Paddler Press. The book Canoe Lake Memories can be found on www.paddlerpress.ca Enjoy!!!
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