By David Bain, Kitchener. What do you do on those days during your camping trip when the wind blows the rain sideways? We love our Eureka tarp and bug shelter....but sometimes getting 4 guys under the tarp and keeping your gear nice and dry (not to mention blocking a cold wind off the lake) can be a priority! Our solution is to use 2 sil-nylon tarps and a bunch of clamps from … [Read more...]
Five places to camp near Tobermory
By Lisa Timpf Stunning natural scenery, historic shipwrecks, hiking, biking, diving, and more—the list of attractions drawing visitors to the Bruce Peninsula in Ontario is impressive. It's no wonder that Tobermory area accommodations are highly sought after, particularly during peak periods. Fortunately, there are a number of venues that accommodate campers. Below is a … [Read more...]
2024 Best Water Filters for Backcountry Camping
There’s nothing like escaping into the wilderness for a few days to make you feel refreshed and energized. Come summertime one of my favourite ways to escape into nature is through backcountry camping. If you have yet to backcountry camp, I highly encourage you to give it a try. Unlike traditional campground camping, venturing into the backcountry means popping your belongings … [Read more...]
Trailer Camping at Sauble Falls Provincial Park
by Lisa Timpf. Purchasing a second-hand trailer earlier this spring provided the impetus for my partner and I to get out and see some of the parks on our never-been-to list. Though we'd visited Sauble Beach a few times when a family member had a cottage there, we'd never camped at Sauble Falls Provincial Park and had long been curious about what it had to offer. Sauble Beach … [Read more...]
Aqua Quest Guide Silicone Tarp Review – A Must Have for Wet Weather
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...]