Six simple ways to savour spring

For many of us, Spring can be an inspiring time of year. Green grass, budding blooms, and chirping birds stir up a sense of spring fever and send us on a search for something new. We dust off any final remnants of winter and open our doors wide to welcome fresh air, sunshine, and opportunity. This year, we may need a little extra inspiration to come up with projects, activities, and ambition to get us in the spirit. So we’ve put together six suggestions to get you started.

Put your green thumb to work

There is something hopeful about seeing a tiny sprout emerge from a mound of soil. It’s no wonder that last year’s home gardening craze has returned for 2021. Whether you’re an avid gardener or a first-time grower, the Dufferin Garden Centre is safely open and can help you along your journey. Visit their website for garden tips, including a handy vegetable planting chart.

Plant sprouting

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Pack a backyard picnic

Ditch the dinner table and set up to serve a meal outside. Eating al fresco provides a change of scenery in a less structured setting and provides the perfect excuse for a simple menu. In fact, why not pick up your picnic supplies? Fromage can curate a charcuterie box just for the occasion. The popular $25 box includes crackers and bread accompanied by three cheeses, two cured meats, pâté, olives, fruit, and jelly. House made dark chocolate almonds sprinkled with sea salt add a sweet finish.

Treat yourself

Speaking of sweet stuff, why not make dessert the main event? Indulging in a treat will satisfy your cravings while providing an anticipated reason to venture out. Warm spring days call for ice cream and you can pile your cone high with your favourite flavours at Mill Creek Gardens. Over at Greystones Café, they are now serving gelato or head to Le Finis to choose from their delicious display of desserts. It all tastes as good as it looks.

Go window shopping

Although partaking in retail therapy may be more difficult these days, many downtown retailers have amped up their efforts to showcase products in their storefronts. At Dragonfly Arts on Broadway, the windows have become an exhibit of Canadian artwork. Safely stroll along Broadway to see some options up close and then contact them to pick the perfect piece.

Look to the sky

The birds are back, and their morning choruses offer an uplifting soundtrack for Spring. Approximately 264 bird species have been observed in the Credit River Watershed and some of them may call your backyard home. Step up your bird watching and see if you can identify your feathered friends. This handy Birds of the Credit page created by Credit Valley Conservation includes profiles of some of the birds you might find.

Amp up your hike

It seems like everyone’s new favourite past time is hiking. It’s an easy, safe way to get outdoors, stay active, and enjoy some fresh air. But if you’ve done your favourite loop just a few too many times, here is a chance to spice it up. York Durham Headwaters has launched Trail Talks, a podcast series featuring three trails at Island Lake Conservation Area. Follow along to hear facts and stories about this popular area and learn about the flora and fauna that call it home. When at Island Lake, please adhere to all safety guidelines.

Each one of these ideas can be experienced safely, right here in Orangeville. While this season may not be going quite as we planned, there are still opportunities to savour Spring.

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