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Gadd’s Truth: Classroom Earth
We are but students in the largest classroom of all.
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The Wild Tribe Peyto 11’—The Best All-Around Champion
A review and buyer’s guide for The Wild Tribe’s Peyto 11′ stand-up paddleboard Quick Verdict: Five Things We Love (Plus One Thing to Take Note Of) Best Uses for the Peyto 11′ Construction and Build Quality The Peyto 11′ shares Wild Tribe’s premium construction package with the other boards in the Serie Premium lineup: Fusion…
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This Is Canada’s Most Underrated Adventure Hub
Lakeside cabins, mushroom foraging, forest inns and other sites to explore in Quebec’s most underrated outdoor hub.
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Finding His Line: Jimmy Martinello on Adventure, Family and Knowing When to Turn Back
Kids don’t float. That’s why this PFD from iconic Canadian brand Mustang Survival is a summer must-have for my family.
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The Wild Tribe Oak 11’6—The Unshakeable All-Rounder
A review and buyer’s guide for The Wild Tribe’s Oak 11’6 stand-up paddleboard Quick Verdict: Five Things We Love (Plus One Important Consideration) Best Uses…
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Your Best BC Summer Adventure Starts at Kootenay Lake
Summertime is for swimming, and there’s no better place.
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Gadd’s Truth: Classroom Earth
We are but students in the largest classroom of all.
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This Is Canada’s Most Underrated Adventure Hub
Lakeside cabins, mushroom foraging, forest inns and other sites to explore in Quebec’s most underrated outdoor hub.
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Finding His Line: Jimmy Martinello on Adventure, Family and Knowing When to Turn Back
Kids don’t float. That’s why this PFD from iconic Canadian brand Mustang Survival is a summer must-have for my family.
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BC Has Big Plans for Outdoor Recreation
A long-promised recreation strategy raises questions about money, trails, resource roads and wildlife.
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The Truth About Wolfdogs—And the Alberta Sanctuary That’s Changing Their Story
We visited Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary in Alberta for an interactive experience
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7 Beginner Trails in Alberta That Still Feel Like Magic
Here are some of the best easy hikes in Alberta for maximum payoff and minimal “I can’t feel my calves” moments.
HIKING ADVENTURES
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7 Beginner Trails in Alberta That Still Feel Like Magic
Here are some of the best easy hikes in Alberta for maximum payoff and minimal “I can’t feel my calves” moments.
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A Lifetime of Hiking with My Bestie: Saying Goodbye to My Trail Dog Birch
If you have a dog, you can understand—and you might relate to our story.
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The Happy Camper: Southeastern Ontario’s Marlborough Forest Is a Hidden Gem
It’s maintained and protected by the city of Ottawa for multi recreational use but only the locals seem to know about it.
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SUMMER 2026
It’s camping season! And we have the best gear featuring science and technology to beat the summer heat. Plus, we delve into a guide on keeping our furry adventure buddies cool, explore Canada’s historical hiking trails, give an ode to summer camps, solo hike a 164-kilometre trail in England and paddle the Miramichi River in New Brunswick… All this and so much more—in the issue marking our 45th anniversary!