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In Nanuk’s Hands
3 Nov 2023

In Nanuk’s Hands

by Russ Paton | Posted in: History, Science and Reason, Travel | 0

I am sure Flin Flon is nice this time of year, but we prefer to get all the way to Churchill.

Click on the Tundra Buggy to join us.

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Polar Bear, Churchill, Nanuk
A Coin Toss
26 Oct 2023

A Coin Toss

by Russ Paton | Posted in: Family History, History, Science and Reason, Travel | 0

Heads, or Tails?

Click on your choice to see who wins….

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Churchill, Toonie, Polar Bear
My Apologies to the Bear
20 Oct 2023

My Apologies to the Bear

by Russ Paton | Posted in: History, Science and Reason, Travel | 0

Have I got your attention? Good.

Click on the pretty blonde bear for an important message.

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Polar Bear, Churchill, Hudson Bay Company
If Bears Could Paint
13 Oct 2023

If Bears Could Paint

by Russ Paton | Posted in: History, Science and Reason, Travel | 1

“The polar bears made me do it,”

Click on the bear to find out what…

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Polar Bear, Franklin Expedition
A Small Stain on the Front of My Pants
6 Oct 2023

A Small Stain on the Front of My Pants

by Russ Paton | Posted in: Grains of Truth, Family History, Science and Reason, Travel | 4

My grandparent’s house was always warm and welcoming, but I was afraid of the attic.

Click on the bear’s nose for details…

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Attic, Polar Bear, Canadian North

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    Great piece. I was very fond of your dad and I see you have inherited his skill with words. Liz…

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    Now, there’s a topic for another time! 🤩

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