Articles written by Jill Browne

The oil sands, or tar sands, mines of northern Alberta use some of the biggest machines on earth. At Syncrude's "Giants of Mining", visitors stand beside mega-equipment.

Feb 24, 2009 - Jill Browne

The Oil Sands Discovery Centre in Fort McMurray, Alberta has family-friendly displays and of oil sands mining, processing, and land reclamation.

Jan 13, 2009 - Jill Browne

Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada is a good choice for Northern Lights viewing. A local guide can make the experience more comfortable and rewarding on a clear winter night.

Dec 12, 2008 - Jill Browne

Julie Angus (nee Wafaei) and her husband Colin Angus rowed across the Atlantic Ocean as part of an ongoing exploration of he natural world.

Oct 17, 2008 - Jill Browne

For over 50 years, BBC reporters have expressed themselves through the flagship program, From Our Own Correspondent heard on Radio 4 and the BBC World Service.

Mar 30, 2008 - Jill Browne

Holmfirth is a beautiful village where Last of the Summer Wine fans can see Sid's Cafe and stay in Nora Batty's house. Everyone can enjoy the stunning scenery.

Mar 6, 2008 - Jill Browne

Authors James Kouzes and Barry Posner say, "Leadership is not about personality; it's about behavior". They prescribe five practices of exemplary leadership.

Mar 1, 2008 - Jill Browne

The 4th edition of The Leadership Challenge by Kouzes and Posner presents an inspiring and convincing argument that leadership can be learned.

Mar 1, 2008 - Jill Browne

Sleeping in a nicely made bed is more pleasant and refreshing than climbing into a rumpled one. Here's how to make the bed using typical North American bed linens.

Feb 2, 2008 - Jill Browne

Here's how to teach kids, or anyone, how to set the table. This is the most basic way to do it, for everyday dinners, whether it's for one person or the whole family.

Jan 30, 2008 - Jill Browne

This entertaining and comprehensive guidebook for Alberta, Canada from the popular Moon Handbooks series is a good read for residents and visitors alike.

Dec 4, 2007 - Jill Browne

In Working Like Dogs: The Service Dog Guidebook, two fans of service dogs explain what they are and what it's like to have a dog that's trained to help a disabled person.

Nov 26, 2007 - Jill Browne