WHATS IS CAPITALGEMS.CA ?
Learn, explore and discover the beauty that lies within and surrounding Canada's Capital Region. We explore many of the region’s natural and historical gems, from caves and mines to abandoned ruins and unique landscapes. This site is all encompassing and offers a wide variety of fascinating opportunities to suit any outdoor or heritage enthusiast. We have created this site to showcase these modest marvels and educate people on our unique local history.
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NON PROFIT - NO ADS - LOCAL HISTORY
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Carleton Place Stone House RuinsThis home belonged to the Redferns Family from1896 to 1983. The Redferns had moved to the United States and did not need the property any longer. The property was abandoned in the late 1920’s. The Town of Carleton Place purchased this property from Dr. Redfern in about 1983 for about ...
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Crooked Slide Park Log ChutePhotographers, both amateur and professional, find Crooked Slide Park located 3 km from Combermere on Old Barry’s Bay Road irresistible. The park's uniqueness is due to the reconstructed log chute on Byers Creek, which was originally used by loggers in the early 1900s to transport logs from the Hopefield, Brudenell, Rockingham, Wilno, and Barry’s Bay areas down to the Madawaska River. The log chute was built to prevent jams in the creek's narrow bends, and logs were diverted through it ...
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