Pedestrian Bridge near Corunna: One of the biggest tensions in Lambton County is between its industrial history, particularly the legacy of Chemical Valley, and the restoration projects that are being established as the Valley downsizes and moves south to Corpus Christi, Texas. This pedestrian bridge, sponsored by Shell Canada, which has a plant nearby, bears the modest imprint of its corporate logos, a nod to an era of corporate responsibility and community engagement. It crosses over the mouth of Talfourd Creek where it flows into the St. Clair River. 

Smoke Stop #1.

These trailers on the edges of Aamjwinaang on the river front are interesting.  I know they sell cheap cigarettes, but they also seem to have some kind of connection to the border. The one across the street was open, though this one seemed closed for the season.  This one was notable as it was set up as a drive through.

Surveillance Zones along the waterfront.  On our initial forays into Chemical Valley we presumed it would be possible to walk through the industrial complexes that were visible from the road (and across the river).  We quickly learned that one does not wander through the Valley.

Pipelines in Spring.

Above ground pipelines at the decommissioned Dow Chemical site are visible as a squiggly line on the horizon. Crab apple and cherry trees skirt the perimeter of the site.

Photo: Andreas Rutkauskas