What if a nearly complete mammoth skeleton was discovered in Fergus… and then deliberately reburied — its location still unknown today?

Local historian Pat Mestern joins Ryan and Barb for a jaw-dropping journey into one of the region's most mysterious and fascinating historical tales.

• The unbelievable story of the mammoth (or mastodon!) skeleton discovered on the Allerdice farm

• Why the bones were secretly reburied — and why no one can find them today

• How a bottomless bog, vanishing deer, and an ancient gorge tie into the mystery

• Why crucial family journals and letters holding the story disappeared

• What Pat uncovered while researching James Webster, Thomas Young, and early Fergus history

• The strange connections between kettle lakes, shifting soil, and prehistoric creatures
  
  

If you love local lore, historical puzzles, or tales that make you say "Wait… WHAT?" — this episode is for you.

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Elora's 'Star-burst' lights & Fergus's Riverwalk are ready! Get all the holiday event dates, from Sip & Shops to the Santa Claus Parade!

Hosts Ryan Joyce and Barb Eveleigh sit down with Melinda from the Fergus BIA and Maclean from the Elora BIA to wrap up the spooky season and jump straight into the magic of the holidays in Centre Wellington.

Following the success of "Monster Month" in Elora and the "Witch Folk Pantry Market" in Fergus , the focus shifts to shopping, lights, and community cheer!

In this episode, you'll learn about:

• Elora's Holiday Events: The Starlite Shopping event is spread over four nights—Thursday, November 20th, 21st, 27th, and 28th . The town will be lit up with new starburst lights that create the feeling of "walking under the stars".

• Fergus's Holiday Events: The season kicks off with the tree lighting on the Riverwalk, followed by the Late Night Sip and Shop on the first two Fridays in December (5th and 12th). The shops are open from 6 to 9 PM and feature carolers, the Beavertail food truck, horse and carriage rides, and Santa at the Red Door.

• Santa Claus Parade: The popular Lions Club Santa Claus Parade brings thousands of people to downtown Elora on November 29th.

• Community Spirit: Maclean and Melinda discuss their BIA's new collaborative goal to work together, embracing the spirit of "one township" and moving past the old Elora vs. Fergus rivalry .

• Local Businesses Spotlight: Melinda shares a word about her store, The One and Only, which features Canadian-made artisans and products , and Maclean reveals the origin of his restaurant's name, The Evelyn (named after his wife's grandmother and middle name).

Don't miss two pop-up holiday segments of What the EF and more!

What really brought 15 years of Riverfest to an end?

In this special episode, Ryan and Barb sit down with Spencer Shewan and Mayor Shawn Watters for an open, behind-the-scenes conversation about the sudden and emotional decision to close the chapter on one of Elora's most beloved events.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• The real economic pressures—from rising costs to shifting public spending—made the festival unsustainable.

• How post-COVID audience habits have changed, and why mid-sized festivals everywhere are struggling.

• The surprising surge in volunteer support—and why even that wasn't enough to keep Riverfest afloat.

• The lasting legacy of unforgettable performances, community moments, and the people who built Riverfest from the ground up.

• What this means for other local festivals across Elora, Fergus, and the region.

• Heartfelt reflections from the founders and organizers on standout memories and the festival's evolution.

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