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Shoreline Beacon Newspaper

Kerry has had various images and stories published in The Shoreline Beacon newspaper. He has written a series of articles for Butterfly Gardens of Saugeen Shores covering diverse topics as; Monarch migration, native plants, overwintering grounds of Monarchs and community engagement. Click here for a sample of his work. 

Fiona Reid’s Seven Year Quest.
Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis
SideRoads of Halton Hills magazine
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This article deals with Fiona Reid and her successful new book: The 4th edition of the Peterson Field Guide to Mammals of North America. 

Winter Hiking 

Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis

SideRoads of Halton Hills magazine

Getting out in the great outdoors and hiking one of the many Bruce Trails or parks in Halton Hills is a great way to shake off the winter blues. For some, winter hiking is an opportunity for solitude, (the trails are less crowded), enjoying the winter wonders of nature, getting in shape and burning off calories. But before we lace up our boots and put on our toques, let’s take a look at several things to make the journey more enjoyable.

The Mysterious and Marvellous Monarch Migration. 
​Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis
SideRoads of Halton Hills magazine

This article is based on Kerry’s trip to Mexico to see first hand the overwintering roosts of the Monarch butterfly.

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Fall’s Fabulous Creatures, Critters and Plants.
Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis
SideRoads of Halton Hills magazine 

This article explores various fall flowers, mammals, birds, insects and amphibians.

​The Natural World ushers in Summertime
Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis
SideRoads of Halton Hills magazine

This article explores various summer time flowers, mammals, birds, insects and amphibians. 

​The Natural World ushers in springtime
​Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis 
SideRoads of Halton Hills magazine

This article looks at various spring flowers, mammals, birds, insects and amphibians.

​It’s Show Time In Caledon: A look at the spring wildflowers: their habitat and characteristics. Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis

Caledon Living magazine

Halton/North Peel Naturalists Club: Discovering Our Natural World 
​Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis
SideRoads of Halton Hills magazine

This article looks at the Halton/North Peel Naturalists Club and the work that they do in their community to promote and preserve nature.

Christmas gift guide for the Naturalists
Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis
SideRoads of Halton Hills magazine

​Looking for that special Christmas gift for the naturalists on your list? This article took a look at some traditional and unique gifts for naturalists.

The Giant of Halton Hills: Discovering the Amazing World of Cecropia Moths
Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis
SideRoads of Halton Hills magazine

This article looks at the largest moth in North America: – the Cecropia Moth. 

Common Butterflies of Halton Hills
Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis
SideRoads of Halton Hills magazine

There are many butterflies that call Halton Hills home. This article looks at characteristics, and habitats of some common butterflies found throughout Halton Hills. Including: monarch, viceroy, giant swallowtail, black swallowtail, tiger swallowtail, red spotted purple and question mark.

My Friend, Bruce. The Bruce Trail turns 40 
Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis
​SideRoads of Halton Hills magazine

In this article, Kerry shared his memories of the Bruce Trail. From his first overnight hike on the Bruce Trail with a friend at the age of 11, to today, Kerry delved into the beauty of the Bruce Trail and how fortunate we are to have such a treasure in our province.

Walk this way: traditional and modern hiking sticks 
Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis
SideRoads of Halton Hills magazine

Hiking sticks are an important component of hiking. They assist hikers in providing stability, maintaining balance and they help reduce stress on knees. A modern form of hiking stick is Urban Poles for nordic walking. Kerry talked about this fast growing and popular form of recreation and provided helpful tips on how to get started.

Halton Hills Secrets Revealed

Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis

Bruce Trail magazine

With his stunning cover shot of Limehouse Conservation waterway, Kerry explored some of the main attractions of Halton Hills. From its rural backroads, to the many kilometers of the Bruce Trail, to the small village of Norval and the surrounding hamlets, Kerry revealed many secrets that make this area a marvel to visit time after time.

Your Guide to Guides 
​Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis
SideRoads of Halton Hills magazine

Have you ever wondered what the name of a plant, bird, insect, or mammal is that ventured into your yard or that you saw on a hiking trail? If so, you are not alone. For years book publishers have come to the rescue by producing nature field guides that help answer our questions about the natural world. A nature field guide is typically a compact, lightweight and concise book that can be used in the field to help us identify things. This article explores a cross section of nature field guides: from hiking to insects to wildflowers.

For the love of Birds 
Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis
SideRoads of Halton Hills magazine

Birds are amazing creatures. What Canadian is not familiar with the haunting cry of the loon on northern lakes or the honking calls of wild geese gracing our fall sky in V formation? Even our one-dollar coin, affectionately known as the "loonie" portrays the closeness we have to birds. Birds are a big part of our cultural heritage with bird watching being one of the fastest-growing recreational activities enjoyed by 8 per cent of the Canadian adult population. Interest in bird watching has created a multi-million dollar industry catering to the needs of birders. Everything from bird feeders and feed, birding field guides, magazines, birding trips, binoculars, bird baths, computer software and photography equipment are relished by people of all ages in pursuit of enjoying birds. What is it that attracts and fascinates Canadians to birds? Is it their bright colours, or their ability to fly or their melodic songs? Or perhaps, it is the fact that birds are everywhere: in our gardens, in parks, in the sky, on trees, on the ground, along roadways and on buildings and hydro lines.

Spring Wildflowers along the Bruce Trail.

Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis

Bruce Trail magazine

Kerry's cover shot of Bloodroot with its leaf hugging the stem of the plant kicked off this article on spring wildflowers found along the Bruce Trail. Marsh Marigold, Showy Lady's Slipper, Hepatica and Calypso Orchid were some of the flowers highlighted in this article.

Insect Photography: Tips and techniques for amazing shots. Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis
Outdoor Photography Canada magzine

One of Kerry's passions is photographing insects. In this article he shared some of his tips, secrets and techniques on photographing insects. Kerry stressed the importance of knowing your subject, their behaviours, life cycle and their habitats. With this information photographers are in a better position to seek out butterflies, dragonflies, beetles, moths, grasshoppers, praying mantids, walking sticks and any other insect.

These Boots are Made for Hiking. 
​Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis
​SideRoads of Halton Hills magazine

Kerry explores and shares tips on how to buy hiking boots. What should you look for in a hiking boot? There are a few things that you need to consider. For starters, you need to need know what type of hiking you plan on doing. Will it be on-trail hiking (hiking on crushed gravel trails, grass paths, rail trails) or, will your hiking be off-trail (rocky trails, along rivers and streams). Once your needs are determined then it is time to visit a reputable store and test out a variety of hiking boots. His article also looks at caring for your boots, buying the right type of sock and accessories - like gaiters for hiking boots.

Call of Nature: MacGregorPoint Provincial Park.

Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis

Adventura Outdoor Travel magazine

The Call of Nature explores the wonders and the magic allure of MacGregor Point Provincial Park. Kerry has been travelling to this park, nestled on the shoreline of Lake Huron for 20 years. The parks magic is in its closeness to nature with plenty of year round recreational opportunities.

Take a Hike! Discover and explore the hidden treasures of Halton Hills this summer.
​Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis
SideRoads of Halton Hills magazine

​Insprired by the natural beauty of Halton Hills and its numerous hiking trails, Kerry highlights 9 of his favourite trails. Readers will delight in the variety and diversity of hiking trails, all within Halton Hills.

Georgetown Horticultural Society celebrates 90 years!
​Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis 
SideRoads of Halton Hills magazine.

How does one celebrate a 90th anniversary? If you're the Georgetown Horticultural Society (GHS) you celebrate it by doing what you enjoy the most: planting flowers, shrubs and trees. The society members love to garden and their hands, shovels, trowels and sweat have graced many parts of Georgetown, including: the Civic Centre Garden, the Continuing Care Complex at the Georgetown Hospital, Greenwood Cemetery, Allotment Gardens at Dominion Gardens and the Mary Street Parkette. All of these gardens are the Society's way of giving back to the community and making Georgetown a beautiful place to live and visit.

How and Where to Capture Frogs `N` Toads
​Through your lens.
​Article and images by: Kerry Jarvis 
​Outdoor Photography Canada magazine.

They may be small or sometimes even miniscule, but according to Kerry Jarvis frogs and toads offer up some big photographic opportunities. Learn about where to find these elusive photo subjects all across Canada, along with tried and true techniques that will help you capture amazing images.

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