When it comes to winter activities, there’s no beating snowshoeing. It’s not too rigorous, it’s affordable, it’s a whole lot of fun and snowshoeing gets you outside to enjoy the winter months. Which, in Ontario, can be up to five or six months of the year. Any trail can be an excellent snowshoeing trail, which is the beauty of the sport. But if you want a dash of magic, these places are the best places for snowshoeing in Ontario.
Everything you need to know about Pukaskwa National Park [+ hiking guide]
September 24, 2020Of the six national parks that call Ontario home, Pukaskwa National Park feels the most remote. Located on the shores of Lake Superior and surrounded by thousands of square kilometres of forest, it truly feels like you’re in the middle of nowhere. This guide to Pukaskwa National Park explores everything you need to know about hiking, camping and enjoying this stunning park (and even how to get to the famous White River Suspension Bridge). With ample hiking opportunities and gorgeous landscapes, you won’t want to miss this spectacular park.
There are 48 national parks in Canada, and six of them right here in Ontario. Each park protects a specific ecosystem in Ontario from the dramatic cliffs of the Bruce Peninsula to the vital bird habitat of Point Pelee. This ultimate guide to the national parks in Ontario includes everything you need to know about each park, the best hikes, and where to stay.
Ontario cider: Take a delicious self-guided Georgian Bay cider tour
September 9, 2020Georgian Bay is known for many things, the gorgeous coastline, stunning cottages, and relaxing beach towns. But did you know that the Georgian Bay area is also an area known for its apple production? And what better way to enjoy this bounty than through cider! Georgian Bay is home to at least 10 cider producers, and you can explore them all with this self-guided Georgian Bay cider tour.
Take a surprise day trip in Ontario with Guess Where Trips
August 19, 2020Your bag is packed, and you jump in the car, ready for a road trip. But your destination? Well, that’s a secret! With Guess Where Trips, you can take a surprise day trip in Ontario and discover new destinations you may not have known about before. Would you do it? Would you toss aside planning and let someone else guide you?
Beginner’s guide to camping + camping essentials + recipes [free checklist]
August 3, 2020Camping is such a quintessential Canadian summer activity. But if you’ve never been camping before but want to give it a go, then this beginner’s guide to camping is for you. In this guide, you’ll find a list of car camping essentials, how to set up your campsite, camping recipes, camping etiquette and more.
The Best Nature Books for your Next Adventure in the Great Outdoors
July 25, 2020There’s nothing better than kicking back, with your tent set up, campfire going and the stars up above you. Sometimes, though, it’s not always possible to get outside and live the good life. Reading, for me, is a form of escapism, and when life gets tough or stressful, all I want to do is pick up a book and escape to a new world, especially when it’s one of the best nature books.
Discover Ontario’s Garden: Relaxing things to do in Norfolk County
July 18, 2020Welcome to Ontario’s Garden, aka, Norfolk County. This lovely slice of southwestern Ontario is home to productive farmland, expansive Carolinian forest and a long stretch of Lake Erie beach. From the charming beachside towns to the beautiful vineyards, there are so many relaxing things to do in Norfolk County.