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Polyester Plus, Hamilton
Hamilton’s James Street North strip got a little funkier last year with the opening of Polyester Plus, an eclectic clothing boutique and gift shop featuring plus-size vintage garments from the 1960s to today. (Sizes range from L to 4XL.) The buzzy shop fits in snugly with the lively street scene, nestled among coffee shops, restaurants and other like-minded independent businesses. Its retro fashion vibe is rounded out by quirky artist-made items like ceramics, prints, stickers, pins and jewelry. Many products are also available online.
(Right) Polyester Plus offers plus-sized vintage clothing options. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF POLYESTER PLUS
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GreenUP Ecology Park
GreenUP Ecology Park is a five-acre oasis in Peterborough dedicated to sustainable landscapes. Here you’ll find diverse display gardens and naturalized areas featuring native plants. Kids can engage with the dedicated children’s gardens and natural play areas, while all visitors can learn from displays and workshops on topics such as composting. GreenUP also serves as an example of community engagement in environmental stewardship with such initiatives as volunteer-led planting and harvesting. The park is open Thursdays through Sundays from May until mid-October, and connects with the Trans Canada Trail. It's a great spot for birdwatching — you may see migratory birds as well as nesting songbirds such as the American Redstart and Gray Catbird. You can bring a picnic and even take something home: the on-site native plant and tree nursery offers local species that support ecosystems and help attract pollinators.
(Left) GreenUP Ecology Park is located at 1899 Ashburnham Dr., Peterborough. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF KAWARTHANOW
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Tilley T4MO-1 Airflo Hikers Hat
Constructed from a water-resistant organic UPF 50+ fabric that speeds moisture evaporation, the Tilley Hikers Hat will help you keep a cool head while you blaze the trails this fall. The hat has a cooling insert and is fully ventilated, allowing air to flow through. It also includes a hidden pocket plus a tuckable cord so you don’t lose it when faced with strong winds. The high bar Tilley has set for functionality is paralleled by their sustainability practices. You can feel good about every aspect of this hat, from its low-impact materials to the reduced carbon emissions in production. Member: $107.99 Non-member: $118.99 Visit the CAA Store to upgrade your travel accessories with Member-exclusive pricing.
(Right) The Hikers Hat comes in four sizes for the perfect fit out on the trail. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF TILLEY
Polyester Plus offers plus-sized vintage clothing options. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF POLYESTER PLUS
ON THE RADAR | HOT SPOT
Polyester Plus, Hamilton
Hamilton’s James Street North strip got a little funkier last year with the opening of Polyester Plus, an eclectic clothing boutique and gift shop featuring plus-size vintage garments from the 1960s to today. (Sizes range from L to 4XL.) The buzzy shop fits in snugly with the lively street scene, nestled among coffee shops, restaurants and other like-minded independent businesses. Its retro fashion vibe is rounded out by quirky artist-made items like ceramics, prints, stickers, pins and jewelry. Many products are also available online.
GreenUP Ecology Park is located at 1899 Ashburnham Dr, Peterborough. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF KAWARTHANOW
ON THE RADAR | END OF THE ROAD
GreenUP Ecology Park
GreenUP Ecology Park is five-acre oasis in Peterborough dedicated to sustainable landscapes. Here you’ll find diverse display gardens and naturalized areas featuring native plants. Kids can engage with the dedicated children’s gardens and natural play areas, while all visitors can learn from displays and workshops on topics such as composting. GreenUP also serves as an example of community engagement in environmental stewardship with such initiatives as volunteer-led planting and harvesting. The park is open Thursdays through Sundays from May until mid-October, and connects with the Trans Canada Trail. It's a great spot for birdwatching — you may see migratory birds as well as nesting songbirds such as the American Redstart and Gray Catbird. You can bring a picnic and even take something home: the on-site native plant and tree nursery offers local species that support ecosystems and help attract pollinators.
The Hikers Hat comes in four sizes for the perfect fit out on the trail. | PHOTO: COURTESY OF TILLEY
ON THE RADAR | THE ONE
Tilley T4MO-1 Airflo Hikers Hat
Constructed from a water-resistant organic UPF 50+ fabric that speeds moisture evaporation, the Tilley Hikers Hat will help you keep a cool head while you blaze the trails this fall. The hat has a cooling insert and is fully ventilated, allowing air to flow through. It also includes a hidden pocket plus a tuckable cord so you don’t lose it when faced with strong winds. The high bar Tilley has set for functionality is paralleled by their sustainability practices. You can feel good about every aspect of this hat, from its low-impact materials and reduced carbon emissions in production. Member: $107.99 Non-member: $118.99 Visit the CAA Store to upgrade your travel accessories with Member-exclusive pricing.