Author Archives: Brian Alan Burhoe

About Brian Alan Burhoe

A Graduate of the Holland College Culinary Course, Brian Alan Burhoe has cooked in Atlantic Coast restaurants and Health Care kitchens for well over 30 years. He's a member of the Canadian Culinary Federation. Brian's many published articles reflect his interests in food service, Northern culture, Church history & Spiritual literature, imaginative fiction, wilderness preservation, animal rescue, service dogs for our Veterans and more. His fiction has been translated into German & Russian... See his popular CIVILIZED BEARS!

BENTON OF THE ROYAL MOUNTED by Ralph S Kendall – Book Review – LUCK

Posted on August 8, 2022 by Brian Alan Burhoe

Adventures of the Royal Mounted Police. BENTON OF THE ROYAL MOUNTED by Ralph Selwood Kendall – Book Review “The scenes of this story belong to bygone days. As the passer-by views the ugly half-constructed railway terminus which now sprawls itself … Continue reading →

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HALFADAY CREEK SERIES by James B Hendryx – List In Order – Black John

Posted on July 11, 2022 by Brian Alan Burhoe

Halfaday Creek Works of Western writer James B Hendryx. James B Hendryx – Halfaday Creek Book List “This here’s Cushing’s Fort, on Halfaday Crick, ain’t it?” “Yeah, this is the place. The character behind the bar there is … Continue reading →

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My Spirit Animal – What Is Your Spirit Animal & Meaning? Take the Quiz

Posted on June 18, 2022 by Brian Alan Burhoe

What is your Spirit Animal? Owl Spirit Animal – “Owl Symbolism, Meanings & The Owl Animal Guide.” Father’s Day is a-coming, so of course I started thinking about Spirit Animals… Long, long ago I wanted my animal guide to … Continue reading →

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SNORING PITBULL Wins Best In Rescue Dog Show Title – Don Cherry Dog Breed

Posted on May 28, 2022 by Brian Alan Burhoe

Rescue Dog wins award… BREAKING NEWS: “A SNORING PITBULL WINS THE CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE BEST IN RESCUE ON ABC’S AMERICAN RESCUE DOG SHOW.” We love our dogs. But there’s three breeds getting a lot of bad press lately. Rottweilers. Wolfdog hybrids. … Continue reading →

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SEASCAPES PAINTINGS Atlantic Folk Art, Lighthouses, Sailboats Mary Lee Burhoe

Posted on May 20, 2022 by Brian Alan Burhoe

Maritime Folk Art. TO SEE MORE OF MARY LEE’S CURRENT FOLK ART GALLERY, GO NOW TO: Mary Lee’s Folk Paintings at Ragged Island Studio My own Mary Lee has built a strong Etsy and Bonanza following for her … Continue reading →

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SAVE OUR WOLVES How to Save Wolves – Endangered Species Act

Posted on May 20, 2022 by Brian Alan Burhoe

“Save our wolves!” The ongoing battle… Save Our Wolves! How to Save the Creatures Who Howl At the Midnight Sky. “The iconic Algonquin Wolf is the only threatened species in Ontario that you can hunt. The Ministry of Natural Resources … Continue reading →

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NATIONAL PET MONTH 2025: Purple Leash Project, Domestic Violence Shelters & Family Pets

Posted on May 2, 2022 by Brian Alan Burhoe

When is National Pet Month? NATIONAL PET MONTH 2025: Purple Leash Project, Domestic Violence Shelters & Family Pets We love our pets! They’re family. Cats. Dogs. A whole lot of different species, all beloved family members, eh? And now May … Continue reading →

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How the Bear Lost its Tail – A Classic Bear Folktale – Forest Folklore

Posted on April 12, 2022 by Brian Alan Burhoe

Classic Bear Folktale… How the Bear Lost its Tail – A Traditional Bear Folk Tale Retold A Traditional Bear Folk Tale. Bear stories have long been told around our world, drifting across continents and oceans. From early China, across … Continue reading →

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HOW TO RESCUE PETS IN UKRAINE: Reports of Ukraine Animal Rescue – Dogs & More

Posted on April 9, 2022 by Brian Alan Burhoe

Ukraine Animal Rescue… “Pets are getting left at Ukrainian train stations.” BBC News We’re hearing so many reports out of the Ukraine. And those stories of the animals tear our hearts out. Those lost, those left behind, those still … Continue reading →

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PAWS OF WAR: War-Torn Pups & Cats – Dogs Left in Afghanistan

Posted on January 28, 2022 by Brian Alan Burhoe

War-Torn Pups… Left Behind: War-torn Pups Oh, yes, it’s a cruel world. Especially in war zones. Yet I remember as a boy seeing photos of our veterans holding animals rescued from the most bleak situations. Dogs and cats — sometimes … Continue reading →