Lakefield Horticultural Society presents “Exploring Canada’s Wild: Adam Shoalts” on April 14 at 7 p.m. at Lakefield College.

Adam Shoalts, a professional explorer and bestselling author, will discuss some of his many expeditions across Canada’s wilderness, including his 4,000-kilometre solo journey across Canada’s Arctic, and his 3,400-km journey by canoe from Lake Erie to the Arctic.

He will also speak about, among other topics, the plants and wild mushrooms he eats during his travels.

Shoalts has been named one of the greatest living explorers by Canadian Geographic, and “Canada’s Indiana Jones” by the Toronto Star.

Tickets for members cost $15, and $25 for nonmembers. They are available for cash only at The Advant Garden Shop, 165 Sherbrooke St., at Wild Rock, 169 Charlotte St., and at Happenstance Books and Yarns, 44 Queen St., Lakefield.

To purchase e-tickets, email the society’s treasurer, Ceci Leigh at lhstreasurer22@gmail.com.

Lakefield Horticultural Society is a non-profit organization that supports the beautification of Lakefield.

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