Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources announced a province-wide fire ban on Thursday, April the 2nd 2020. Although it was announced as provide-wide, the actual ban does not apply for the entire province. As of yesterday, there was some confusion around the announcement, particularly around who should be and should not be concerned about the ban. 1) Which areas does the fire … [Read more...]
2020 Parks Canada Reservations are now open for Alberta
Online camping reservations for National Parks managed by Parks Canada in Alberta are open starting January the 7th, 2020. The list of parks and reservation open dates are listed below: Banff National Park Online reservation opens: January 8th, 2020 (8AM MST) Campgrounds: Tunnel Mountain Trailer Court Tunnel Mountain Village 1 Tunnel Mountain Village 2 … [Read more...]
Rainy day hack for your Eureka bug shelter
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...]
2018 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...]