Canada's Snowbirds Photo fromGeorge Popadynec
The Snowbirds cannot put on their full aerobatic display over populated areas.
The fly-by of the full, nine member Snowbird team in a graceful formation is still spectacular and makes special events more memorable. Address:
Tess in the Lead Photo fromGeorge Popadynec
- Buy This Photo The operation of the Stewart family maple bush involves everyone. This scene shows Tess the dog leading the team of horses along a trail through the bush. The animals have been trained to respond to voice commands and they can stop, move forward and turn as required. Address:
Springtime in the Capital Photo fromGeorge Popadynec
- Buy This Photo Tulip beds adorn the expansive front lawn of the Parliament Building. The Peace Tower majestically looms over the uniform red tulips. Address:
End of the Trail Photo fromGeorge Popadynec
- Buy This Photo The Ottawa River Parkway is a popular walking and biking trail. A golden sunset caught these two bikes at rest overlooking the river at the Eastern end of the trail. Address:
A Place to Dream Photo fromGeorge Popadynec
- Buy This Photo The depth of multi-coloured, flowering tree branches arching over a bench give this scene a dreamy look. The Dominion Arboretum has many different trees to admire and it is popular with visitors. Unfortunately, these beautiful blooms are so short-lived. Address:
Lights in the Capital Photo fromGeorge Popadynec
- Buy This Photo The festive lights in downtown Ottawa are reflecting on the still unfrozen Rideau Canal. Address:
River of Dreams Photo fromGeorge Popadynec
- Buy This Photo The Ottawa River has been the waterway of explorers, fur traders and now recreational boaters. The dramatic clouds at sunset parallel the river and the mist on the horizon obscures the city skyline. Address:
Lights at Dusk Photo fromGeorge Popadynec
- Buy This Photo The Parliament Buildings are decorated with festive lights. At dusk, the snow takes on the same colour as the darkening blue sky. This makes the Parliament Builings appear to float. Address:
River View Photo fromGeorge Popadynec
- Buy This Photo The Ottawa skyline and the Parliament Buildings are reflected on the Ottawa River in early winter. Address:
Leaving the Sugar Shack Photo fromGeorge Popadynec
- Buy This Photo The boilers in the sugar shack are constantly evaporating the water from the sap. This is an ongoing process. The tapped sap needs to be collected whether it rains or shines. Address:
Reflections Photo fromGeorge Popadynec
- Buy This Photo The Peace Tower of the Parliament Building is pleasingly reflected on the glass walls of the Bank of Canada building on Wellington Street. Address:
Fall Reflections Photo fromGeorge Popadynec
- Buy This Photo A late afternoon sun highlights the spires on Parliament Hill. Their reflections on the Ottawa River are framed by autumn leaves. Address:
Joyous Lights Photo fromGeorge Popadynec
- Buy This Photo The display of festive lights in downtown Ottawa is reflected on the Rideau Canal. This rare sight adds to the joyous feeling most of the winter season. Address:
A Scenic Promenade Photo fromGeorge Popadynec
- Buy This Photo The Ottawa River Parkway is enjoyed by cyclists and walkers. This popular walkway follows the river shore below the steep Parliament Hill. Address:
Rainbow Pathway Photo fromGeorge Popadynec
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Each spring for the last 50 years, Ottawa has been hosting the Tulip Festival. One of the largest displays of colourful tulip beds is at the park beside Dow's Lake. Address:
Ready and Waiting Photo fromGeorge Popadynec
- Buy This Photo A well trained team of horses is ready to haul the sleigh over the rough trails throughout the sugar bush. Lanark County is the largest producer of maple syrop in Ontario. Address:
Teamwork in the Maple Bush Photo fromGeorge Popadynec
- Buy This Photo A rare view of maple sap harvesting using a team of horses. The Stewart family sugar bush is located near Almonte in the Ottawa Valley Address:
Breaking a Trail Photo fromGeorge Popadynec
- Buy This Photo The Mer Bleue Bog just East of Ottawa is a popular wetland sanctuary in all seasons of the year. Snowshoes enabled this visitor to safely to go to areas of the bog beyond reach of the boardwalk. Address:
A Sign of Spring Photo fromGeorge Popadynec
- Buy This Photo A team of horses is ready to haul the sled over the trails at the Stewart maple bush. Everything is ready at the sugar shack in the background to boil the sap and turn it into delicious maple syrop. Address:
Parliament and Chateau Laurier, Ottawa Photo fromBob Crosby
- Buy This Photo The Parliament buildings of the Canadian government and the Chateau Laurier hotel from across the Ottawa River in Gatineau, Quebec. Address:
