Children are particularly welcome at the Pumpkin Patch near Armstrong, B.C. | Irene Morck photo

Pumpkin field provides orange entertainment

Whether it’s picking out the perfect pumpkin or carving a jack-o’-lantern, there’s plenty to do at this British Columbia farm

For 34 years, Clarence and Judy Glaicar have delighted thousands of visitors a year to their Pumpkin Patch near Armstrong, B.C., including school bus loads of kids and vans full of seniors. The Glaicars raise about 15 acres of pumpkins and squash, plus decorative corn and gourds. Visitors can carve a jack-o’-lanterns and purchase pumpkins […] Read more

Maizie enjoys the view after carrying an adoring greenhorn to the top of a 7,200 foot mountain. | Supplied photo

Maizie remembered for her sense of humour

Mule could help skid a big stubborn bull up a steep hill on a hot day but also safely take inexperienced riders to the tops of mountains

Our beloved rascal, hard-working, mischievous mule Maizie died at the end of 2020. She belonged to my husband, Mogens Nielsen, but more accurately, Mogens and I belonged to Maizie. Maizie had a sense of humour and enjoyed being a prankster. She loved to sneak into the barn or garage to steal apples or grain. In […] Read more