Field Trip Friday & Other Homeschool Fun #4
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The Ruins
Often times when we think of Field Trips we think of big museums and if you live in a rural setting that can be a bit overwhelming. However, there are hidden treasures all over the place and with a little digging around you can find some really interesting places to visit.
This past week we had out-of-town guests so we decided to visit, “The Ruins” actually known as, “St. Raphael’s.” It took us about 15-20 minutes to drive there, admission is free. It is a beautiful setting, it is the ruins of an old church that in the 1970′s had a fire. The masonry withstood the fire and stands today as a little piece of History.
The area in which we live has a rich Highland History dating back to 1786. The church itself was built between 1815-1821.
It is a place that stirs the imagination of what was… ‘Can you imagine what these rolling hills must have looked like in 1786 when those brave settlers came?’
There was time to play…
…time to explore…
…time to imagine…
…time to sing…
…and time to sketch.
Many people have no idea that this little gem is hidden away in rural Ontario, but it is rich with History, the perfect setting to awaken the imagination, there are little flowers and creepy crawlies to be discovered, and it is just the spot to ignite the creative juices for your inspiring artist. 
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Oooh I had no idea about that place! We'll have to go see it sometime. It looks like the kids really enjoyed it.
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Hi Cheryl! Where is that located? I really would like to visit it in our travels next week and am wondering if I'll be passing by?
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Well I said it was St. Raphael’s because that is what everyone calls that area but I just realized that technically it is probably part of South Glengarry. I am guessing about an hour and a half from Ottawa.
that is amazing where in ontario is that. we are headed there this summer and would love to check it out.
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It is in St.Raphael’s it is in Eastern Ontario. I am guessing about an hour and a half from Ottawa and about an hour and a bit to Montreal??
Wow! I wish I had something that neat near us. That looks sooo cool. We have some great natural wonders about 6 hours away, but that is cool.
What a beautiful place that looks like! So much history, very interesting.
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Ryanne, It is really beautiful and there is something about it that is just so inviting!
This is so beautiful. It absolutely reminds me of some ruins I saw in Scotland. BUt when I read the plaque I see it's in Canada. Very cool day – I'm sure everyone enjoyed it!
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Leigh it does have a Scottish feel to it but I am sure that is because it was built by Scottish settlers.