For a short, one-of-a-kind hike when you’re driving between Nanaimo and Tofino, you’d do well to stop for 30 minutes and check out the Hole in the Wall trail in Port Alberni. I’d tried to do the trail a few years earlier but had a heck of a time finding the trailhead and gave up. …
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The must do Cliff Top Trail hike in Bon Echo Provincial Park delivers some of the best views in Ontario from the top of 100-metre high Mazinaw Rock. It’s an unusual hike in that it’s accessible only by canoe or a seasonal ferry ride. The trail visits three panoramic lookouts along its short length. It’s …
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Spring is the perfect time to refresh your gear kit and get inspired for the seasons ahead. New gear and great trail reads all fuel the excitement of the coming months outdoors. Whether you’re planning your first overnight hike, organizing gear for summer paddling trips, or prepping for fall adventures, a few smart additions can …
Camping with a dog is one of the most rewarding ways to spend time outdoors. I especially love the remote places we’ve explored with our dogs—whether hiking deep into the backcountry or paddling on wilderness canoe trips like Reindeer Lake in Saskatchewan or the Peace River in Alberta. There’s something special about being far from …
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If you’re a keen backpacker, chances are you’re always looking for a new trail to hike. Everyone knows about the classic BC backpacking trips: the West Coast, Berg Lake and Mount Assiniboine area trails, but if you’re looking for some fresh ideas, sometimes in out-of-the way places, I’ve got some ideas for you. Many of …
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