Environmental historians who study human interaction with the natural world, sometimes over very long periods, emphasize the role human affairs play in influencing nature and vice versa. But what is the story of the Ruisseau Jackson and the Simon River in which it plunges? Ruisseau Jackson (RJANP) is proud to announce the publication of a short history of the Ruisseau Jackson Lire la suite →

This spring-cleaning time, the Forest Subcommittee of Morin-Heights’ Environmental advisory committee (EAC) and Ruisseau Jackson invite us to refrain from removing dead wood, especially in forested areas. “Leave as much dead wood and branches on the ground,” advise scientists. Dead wood contributes to natural processes that support forest ecosystems. As fallen trunks and branches decompose, they contribute to nutrient cycling, Lire la suite →