Author name: Katherine Ryalen

Hi, my name is Katherine Ryalen. I am passionate about writing and the way language can transform, inform and persuade. I graduated from York University with a Bachelor (Honours) Degree in Environmental Writing, and have been a contributor to several online and print publications for over a decade including B2B News Network, Digital Journal, East of the City Magazine, Downtowns of Durham, and of course, here at York Durham Headwaters. What is life without whimsy? Besides content writing, I am the author of twelve historical romance, contemporary romance, and women’s fiction titles, published under the pen name Veronica Bale by Boroughs Publishing Group. In fact, my novel The Ghosts of Tullybrae House was a 2016 best-seller. For me, life is about experiencing as much as possible, and my writing reflects my broad range of interests and insights. It’s been an amazing experience working with York Durham Headwaters and all that they do for the tourism industry in the region I call home.

Canoes

Disconnect this Spring at these Top YDH Resorts

Art Lovers, Family Fun / By Katherine Ryalen

Whether you find joy by yourself, with a group of good friends, or with that special someone is up to you.

Millcroft Inn Spa Caledon

Disconnect this Spring at these Top YDH Spas

Art Lovers / By Katherine Ryalen

Here in YDH, we have no shortage of fabulous spas that make your wellbeing their top priority.

Connect to Nature this Spring: Farm to Fork at Frilu Restaurant

Foodie Fanatics / By Katherine Ryalen

Your fresh spring adventure awaits at Frilu Restaurant with a true farm-to-fork experience

Banjo Cider Driveway

Get Outside this Spring and Explore the Leaskdale Loop

Art Lovers, Foodie Fanatics, Shopping / By Katherine Ryalen

Springtime is the perfect time to explore the many trails and routes we have here in York Durham Headwaters.

Sunderland Shopping

Go Antiquing in Durham for the Ultimate Retail Therapy

Art Lovers, Shopping / By Katherine Ryalen

What’s old is new, and what’s vintage is chic.

Pefferlaw Creek Farms

Discover a Passion for Maple at Pefferlaw Creek Farms

Family Fun / By Katherine Ryalen

There is nothing more Canadian than maple syrup!

Maple Syrup By Lamplight

Our YDH Conservation Areas Know Their Maple!

Family Fun, Foodie Fanatics / By Katherine Ryalen

We have no shortage of amazing conservation areas that preserve nature for us to enjoy!

Sunderland Animals

The 26th Sunderland Maple Syrup Festival is Back!

Family Fun, Foodie Fanatics / By Katherine Ryalen

A fun festival, and a great time to get out with the family and do something.

Forget Me Not Alpacas

Nothing Says Winter like the Great White North

Adventure Seekers, Art Lovers, Family Fun, Foodie Fanatics, Shopping / By Katherine Ryalen

This winter, we invite you to venture north of the 401. Way, way north!

Winter Hike with Dog

Your YDH Family Winter Scavenger Hunt Adventure

Adventure Seekers / By Katherine Ryalen

A fun way to get outside and explore the beauty YDH has to offer!

Kid Christmas Shopping

Your YDH Holiday Gift Guide – Handmade and From the Heart

Shopping / By Katherine Ryalen

To help you get started, we have put together your ultimate gift guide!

Port Perry Horse

Have a Hallmark Holiday Season in these Charming Historic Downtowns

Family Fun / By Katherine Ryalen

We invite you to explore one of our historic downtowns that will be sure to get you into the holiday spirit.