Trip Duration: 3 Days Trip Season: Fall Trip type: Solo backpacking & backcountry camping. Trip Location: Western Uplands Backpacking Trail, Algonquin Provincial Park, Ontario. Solo Camping for Piece of Mind By Nick Vardon. I camp often, I’d say I have spent more nights in a tent or under the stars then I have in a hotel. Solo camping however is something I haven’t … [Read more...]
My Winter Camping Experience: Algonquin Mew Lake by Jesus Gallardo
Parks Blogger got in touch with Jesus Gallardo to talk about his recent winter camping trip, and here is what he has to say.. Where did you winter camp recently? and When? My latest camping trip happened during the remembrance day weekend (nov 10-13) and it was at Algonquin park Mew Lake camping ground. Was it on a developed campground? or back … [Read more...]
Things to do in Bon Echo Provincial Park
Bon Echo Provincial Park is 66 kilometers square of absolute Ontario majesty. Now, a lot of outdoor tourist destinations claim "there's something for everyone", and what they mean is, "there's something for everyone who likes the outdoors." Ok, that's what I mean too, but for people who truly want to revel in nature, this Southern Ontario hot-spot does have … [Read more...]
5th Annual Kitchener-Waterloo Canoe Symposium is happening next month (16th April 2016)
Calling all paddlers! On April 16th, the 5th Kitchener-Waterloo (KW) Canoe Symposium invites you to come meet fellow canoeing enthusiasts and share your love of outdoors and paddling. Those who like to venture into Canada's wilderness know that there is no better way to explore it than in a canoe. As Bill Mason, legendary Canadian canoeist and filmmaker, once famously … [Read more...]
Toronto Outdoor Adventure Show 2016 is now open (19th, 20th and 21st February)
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 today). 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...]