There are many wonderful places to camp in Ontario, but one of my favourites is Manitoulin Island. It’s the world’s largest fresh water island, with loads of natural beauty to spare. It is the ultimate outdoor playground for the summer, and the fall! But if you plan on exploring this island, there are some things you must know! 1) Let’s Get There! It’s important to know the … [Read more...]
Best Winter Yurts in Ontario
What is a Yurt? What originally started thousands of years ago in Central Asia has become a staple of winter camping, especially in the long, beautiful winters of Ontario. Yurts are a wooden structure covered with a tarp or canvas cover, and can be heated with a wood stove or electric heating. They offer the best true camping experience you can find in the dead of winter and … [Read more...]
Planning an eco-adventure birthday party at Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA)
By Lindsey Stuckless. Each year, as my five-year-old son’s birthday approaches, I begin to panic with the thought of hosting another birthday party. In the past, I have been caught up in throwing a Pinterest worthy party, and the cost and stress made the whole day unenjoyable. This year, while searching for a new and exciting party idea, I stumbled upon the option of an … [Read more...]
A Day Trip to Rushing River Provincial Park
A beautiful park, a good pair of hiking shoes, a well stocked cooler and Alice, a standard poodle, game for anything, is what I would call a recipe for success. And that was exactly how a recent holiday Monday came together for us, as we decided to spend it at Rushing River Provincial Park in the district of Kenora. Located a mere 2.5 hours from Winnipeg, the park is perfect … [Read more...]
Basic car camping etiquettes to ensure a great camping experience for everyone
Is a long rocky canoe portage with dehydrated food not your thing? Car camping is one of the best ways to enjoy the great outdoors without all the fuss and work involved in planning a backcountry trip. We are lucky to live in a province that offers Parks with tent and trailer sites and many interesting features including sandy beaches, great fishing, hiking trails, canoeing … [Read more...]