Nature's beauty is all around us. Look up, down and sideways............

 

Marlene has had a passion for nature since the age of three when she discovered the beauty of bluebirds. She is an author, nature photographer and newspaper columnist. Her newest venture is hosting nature retreats on natural history and photography. Marlene's desire to learn took her back to university to complete a second Master's degree, the first in Social Work, and the latter in zoology with her research focused on genetics and birdsong. Marlene has been writing her ‘Nature Walk’ column published in the Muskoka Sun for 8 years. Her first book ‘Muskoka Nature Walks – Vol 1 was published in May 2005, followed closely by Muskoka Nature Walks – Vol 2 in May 2006.