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There’s something about the simplicity of backpacking that I crave when the days get longer, and a subtle warmth hangs on the wind.
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Spring has arrived, and so have springtime adventures! Get outside with these 10 must-have gear items for a perfect spring outdoors.
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5 of BC’s Epic Backpacking Trails for Early Spring
There’s something about the simplicity of backpacking that I crave when the days get longer, and a subtle warmth hangs on the wind.
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5 Bucket List Hikes That Are Way Better with a Group
Plan a group hike with TourHero and discover why these bucket list treks are better with friends!
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A Brief Account of the Remarkable Torngat Mountains: Wilderness and Wonder
Over two weeks, we cruised southern and western Newfoundland, southern and eastern Labrador and then feasted on the Torngats for four days straight.
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5 Bucket List Hikes That Are Way Better with a Group
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20 of the Best Hikes near Vancouver, British Columbia
These 20 hiking trails near Vancouver, BC, lead up expansive mountains, to stunning waterfalls and end in panoramic city views. Updated for 2023!

10 of the Best Gear Items for Spring 2025
Spring has arrived, and so have springtime adventures! Get outside with these 10 must-have gear items for a perfect spring outdoors.

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Ontario’s 25 Best Hikes
Ontario is a huge province traced with many trails, but we’ve managed to shortlist 25 of our favourite hikes. Updated for 2022.

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16 Bungee Jumps in the United States
While bungee jumping may have been invented in New Zealand, the United States is home to more than a few prime bungee jumping spots where adrenaline junkies can really get their heart pumping.
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5 Bucket List Hikes That Are Way Better with a Group
Plan a group hike with TourHero and discover why these bucket list treks are better with friends!
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Embark on an Epic Adventure in Canada with Great Canadian Trails
Let the experts plan your next epic Canadian adventure.
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How To Stay Active And Warm In The Cold
Getting outdoors in the cold is part of our Canadian nature. Don’t let the chilly temperatures stop you from exploring!
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How To Keep Your Cooler Cold While Camping
Try these prep and packing tips to optimize your cooler’s functionality and keep your food fresh for days on your next camping trip.
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SPRING 2025
It’s paddling season! And we have the best paddling destinations in Canada; tips on handling a solo canoe; an epic expedition across NWT—plus, we look at making a career outdoors; the International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation (go see a glacier!); Van Isle’s lesser-known west coast… All this and so much more!