Three fluffy golden doodle dogs sit side-by-side on a wooden porch in front of a white door, each wrapped in a towel like a hood after a bath—one cream-colored on the left with a pink towel, a smaller curly reddish-brown dog in the middle with a green towel, and another cream-colored dog on the right with a bright blue towel, all looking calmly toward the camera.

More rain and snow today! Not exactly Easter bonnet weather! #HappyEaster #DogsofBlueSky #manitoulinmagic

Hugging a tree during my forest bathing time and hoping Spring arrives here soon. Spring birds are here and they are not impressed. #birds #manitoulinmagic #forestbathing #nature #love

A morning view of a sugar bush across a snow landscape. Stained glass and artistic sculptural icicles are in the forefront.

This morning's beautiful, but snowy view from the back window. Sculptural icicles dangle near the stained glass window corners my Dad made. We await Spring with great anticipation! #manitoulinmagic #staypositive #icicleart #EastCoastKin #photography #stainedglassart

Canada Proud! ❤️ Beautiful late Spring sunset at Providence Bay on Manitoulin Island. #nature #photography #manitoulinmagic #sunset #GeorgianBay

Abandoned farmhouse on Manitoulin Island. #manitoulinmagic #AlphabetChallenge #WeekKForKaput #photography #monochromatic

Another huge snow storm with highway closures last night and businesses closed today on Manitoulin Island as the snow is followed by freezing rain. Not a wonderful greeting for newly arrived sand hill cranes. #birds #nature #photography #manitoulinmagic #honeymoon #EastCoastKin

After a nightmare day of driving to medical appointments from Manitoulin Island to Sudbury and back in an ice storm, the magical morning after sparkled beautifully.✨ #photography #manitoulinmagic #getyoursparkleon #spring #sunrise

Hunting mice and voles, this fox is listening intently to movements under the snow. I love seeing all the fox tracks to and from our traditional dens on our Manitoulin Island property. #nature #foxes #naturephotography #manitoulinmagic #EastCoastKin

A beautiful purple finch looks like someone smeared raspberry jam on his head and breast. He is sitting on the railing enjoying black sunflower seeds.

A beautiful purple finch visited us today! So lovely! #BirdsofBlueSky #birdwatching #manitoulinmagic #nature #EastCoastKin #photography

Even the blue jay is fed up with more snow! #birdwatching #naturephotography #manitoulinmagic

People cycling and enjoying refreshments together

Here's a great reason to visit Manitoulin Island! Join our 2-day fully supported cycle event offering 3 daily routes. Great riding, food & warm camaraderie creating lasting memories. MICA 2026 Event & Tour details here: www.manitoulincycling.com/events/ #cycling #manitoulinmagic #travel

We are ready for the Olympics! Dad made us a racetrack in the backyard with his snowblower. Go,Team Canada! 🍁 #manitoulinmagic #teamcanada

Bridal Veil Falls on Manitoulin Island is magical in the February cold snap! #EastCoastKin #PhotographersUnited #waterfall #frozen #PhotographersOfBluesky #photography
#ArtYear #dailyart #art #manitoulinmagic #artchallenge

After the storm..... breathe it in. A moment of stillness where the land exhales, untouched and serene—nature reminding us how beautiful calm can be. #manitoulinmagic #EastCoastKin #photography #manitoulin

Celebrating the beauty of Manitoulin Island on warmer days! "EVENING SHORE" 18 x 24 oil by Bill Viertelhausen.
www.perivalegallery.com/bill-viertel...
#originalart #manitoulinmagic #artistsofBlueSky

Here's a great reason to visit Manitoulin Island! Join our 2-day fully supported cycle event offering 3 daily routes. Great riding, food & warm camaraderie creating lasting memories. MICA 2026 Event & Tour details here: www.manitoulincycling.com/events/ #cycling #manitoulinmagic #travel

I am standing in front of the frozen Bridal Veil Falls on Manitoulin Island.

YAY! Home, sweet home, at last! After a lovely month away & a 10 hour drive yesterday through whiteouts, subzero temperatures & playing snowplow tag, we are back home on Manitoulin Island! Cuba was warm, but Bridal Veil Falls is also beautiful in winter! #manitoulinmagic #photography #travel #winter

Lovely Manitoulin Island blanketed in snow! Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays to everyone. #photography #EastCoastKin #manitoulinmagic #winter

May we open our presents now, Mom? We've been good girls. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you! Wishing you much peace and joy. #DogsOfBlueSky #MerryChristmas #HolidayGreetings #manitoulinmagic

A young raccoon curled up on a wooden deck railing in winter. Snow covers the ground and leafless trees fill the background. Below the railing, evergreen branches and red winter decorations hang from the deck. The raccoon rests quietly, with tracks visible beneath the deck suggesting recent larger animal activity.

A young raccoon taking a quiet break on our upper deck, likely digesting a stolen feast of birdseed. The large paw prints beneath the deck tell a wilder story—hinting that he may have slipped up here to escape a hungry coyote nearby. #BlueSkyMonday #EastCoastKin #nature #photography #manitoulinmagic

Three golden doodles sit side by side on a closed hot tub cover outdoors. Their curly coats range from reddish brown to light cream. All three face the camera with relaxed, happy expressions. Behind them is a winter landscape with patches of snow, bare trees, and a softly glowing sunset sky.

Sitting on the hot tub cover keeps fluffy butts warm! Our golden doodle trio soaks up the last light of day—no bubbles needed, just warm vibes, wagging tails, and lots of fluff. Manitoulin evenings are better with this crew keeping watch. #DogsOfBlueSky #manitoulinmagic #WinterInCanada

A tranquil sunset over a forested road on Manitoulin Island, with tall pine trees in dark silhouette framing a glowing horizon of warm orange fading into deep blue sky.

On my way home,
the road narrows into quiet,
and Manitoulin exhales in gold and blue.

Trees stand like old storytellers,
the sky listens,
and the day learns how to let go.

Some journeys don’t end—
they soften into sunset.

#stunday #sunset #manitoulinmagic #EastCoastKin #poetry

"The quieter you become, the more you hear." Another magical Manitoulin Island sunset to enjoy! Living here, I never tire of the beauty to celebrate. #photography #EastCoastKin #manitoulinmagic #sunsetlovers

🎄🐾 Snowy Doodle Delight! 🐾🎄
Our two golden doodles are fully in the holiday spirit — rocking their Santa hats and soaking up the winter wonderland. ❄️❤️
Cutest Christmas helpers ever! 🎅✨ #alphabetchallenge #weekXforXmas #DogsOfBlueSky #manitoulinmagic

Capturing the magic! "SUNSET ON HORSESHOE BAY" 18 x 24 oil by Mark Hope. www.perivalegallery.com/mark-hope/ Available. #art #originalart #manitoulinmagic

A beautiful northern landscape by Ivan Wheale—quiet, powerful, unforgettable. 🍁 A peaceful, timeless Manitoulin moment captured in every brushstroke. 💕
"LICHEN IN McGREGOR" 22 x 36 oil by Ivan Wheale.
www.perivalegallery.com/ivan-wheale/ Available.
#art #manitoulinmagic #painting #landscapelovers

“Feed the Birds” Snow Lady on Manitoulin Island!
Our two fluffy golden doodles made a new friend — a charming snow lady proudly holding her bird feeder, ready to welcome every hungry feathered visitor. 🐦💙 #manitoulinmagic #snowday #dogsofbluesky #doodles #birding

✨ Winter Cold Moon Magic on Manitoulin✨
Quiet, bright, and beautifully still. This airy energy helps you release old mental patterns, speak your truth, reconnect with others, and open your mind to new ideas for the year ahead. 🌙❄️ #fullmoon #manitoulinmagic #coldmoon

A weathered wooden barn on Manitoulin Island stands beside tall evergreens and leafless trees. The shadow of a tree stretches across the barn’s front wall. A split-rail fence surrounds the area, and the ground is covered in fresh white snow under a pale, cloudy sky

A Manitoulin Island barn wearing the shadow of its neighbouring tree — nature’s own artwork. Winter has officially arrived, wrapping the landscape in fresh snow! #photography #manitoulinmagic #Manitoulin #artinnature #EastCoastKin

A red squirrel is perched on top of a garden statue of a woman holding a shallow bowl. Snow covers the statue and bowl, and the squirrel is sitting upright, holding food in its front paws. Bird feeders and evergreen trees are visible in the snowy background.

Caught this red squirrel using our “Lady of the Seeds” as a personal snack bar and lookout tower. Winter wildlife never disappoints. ❄️❤️🐿️ #nature #wildlife #winter #photography #manitoulinmagic #EastCoastKin