By Christina Scheuermann Aqua Quest Guide Silicone tarp: Last year was a year full of wet weather. My tarp was there with me through all of it, and continuously assists me in enjoying the outdoors even when the outdoors isn’t bright and sunny. My tarp is 10’x 13’ and what I like most about it is it fits into a bag the size of a Nalgene bottle. It has a centre loop on the top … [Read more...]
Campgrounds in Algonquin: Which One to Choose?
With age comes more matured beauty – so is true for Algonquin Park – Canada’s oldest national park and Ontario’s greatest treasure. Spanning almost eight thousand square kilometers between Georgian Bay and the Ottawa River, it’s forests, rivers and numerous lakes are home to moose, bears and common loons. Camping is one of the most popular activities in the park. Setting up a … [Read more...]
Top 10 RV Destinations in Ontario
by Lauren Howard (http://ourmoonwarrior.weebly.com) Having a small RV, regardless of the fact that my partner and I do not have any electricity or running water, has provided us with countless opportunities to explore our unique and amazing province of Ontario, and much further. This article has been written for RV enthusiasts who love spending time outdoors, surrounded by … [Read more...]
10 Best Family Friendly Resorts in Ontario
When you’re travelling with family you want your final destination to be a one-stop-shop. From pools and spas to beaches and restaurants, these Ontario resorts have it all. Pack up the kids, even the pets, and get ready for a fun (and even relaxing – who thought that was possible with kids) family vacation. Rocky Crest Golf Resort https://www.rockycrest.ca/ Nestled in the … [Read more...]
Winter Yurt Camping at Mew Lake, Algonquin
Spring Break Family Getaway to Mew Lake - By Josh Spina. You’re going where? While most of our friends and family flew South for the March break, seeking reprieve from the harsh Canadian Winter, we packed our snowshoes and headed North. We had camped extensively throughout the Spring, Summer and Fall but until this point hadn’t previously ventured out together winter camping … [Read more...]
Toronto Outdoor Adventure Show 2018 is now open!
Canada’s largest showcase of outdoor gear and adventure travel experiences happens every year in Toronto, and this year’s event is over this weekend (starting Friday the 23rd Feb 2018). From various corporate booths to presentations by popular outdoor adventurers, the show is full of information and inspiration for outdoor lovers. Keep your weekend open for this once in a year … [Read more...]
6 Best Winter Getaway Ideas for Torontonians
Canadian winters: some people love them, some people hate them – but there’s more to them ice, sleet, and snow. Whether it’s curling up by a fire, overlooking a frozen lake, or hitting the slopes atop a snow coverage village; there’s magic to be found just about everywhere. From festivals and 5-star hotels, to spas and resorts – there’s an abundance of opportunity for rest, … [Read more...]
Ontario’s Best Dogsledding Adventures
Until the arrival of the snowmobile, people in the Northern regions of the world, such as in Canada, depended on the use of sled-dogs to travel in snowy winter regions. Sled-dogs are hardy, intelligent and have developed a strong relationship with the humans who guided and trained them over centuries. Today a new interest in dogsledding has been sparked, that coincides with … [Read more...]
7 Best Winter Hikes in Ontario
If you're looking for a stress relieving winter pastime, hiking in the midst of forests and valleys blanketed in snow will leave you feeling serene. Nothing compares to the quiet beauty of a wintry panorama. Winter hiking offers a unique experience of Ontario's natural parks. There are no insects to worry about, there are striking views, and the parks are less populated, … [Read more...]
Ontario’s Best Ski Resorts
1) Blue Mountain Resort, Blue Mountains Blue Mountain is Ontario’s largest mountain village resort. Nestled between the Niagara Escarpment and the shores of Gregorian Bay, Blue Mountain is truly picturesque during any season. For those who love winter, skiers and riders can enjoy 42 trails across 364 acres of skiable terrain both day and night. The resort itself offers a … [Read more...]