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Adventure, Blogs, The Happy Camper
The Happy Camper: Dianne Whelan’s ‘500 Days in the Wild’ Documentary Is Incredible!
Dianne Whelan documented her trek along the entire Trans Canada Trail.
The Happy Camper: Reviewing The New BLUETTI AC2A Portable Power Station
I’m definitely not an RV camper who packs multiple plug-in devices that need to be charged up every day with …
The Happy Camper: It’s Almost Showtime
Here’s the Happy Camper’s schedule for this year’s outdoor adventure shows, plus a throwback to three of last year’s shows.
The Happy Camper: Super Good Couscous Camp Meals
Have you ever tried couscous? Here are four mouth-watering recipes with couscous as the star ingredient. Read to find out!
Adventure, Blogs, The Happy Camper
The Happy Camper: My 2023 Year in Review
Our regular Monday columnist reflects on his achievements and highlights in 2023. He talks about his adventures and the progress of The Happy Camper online.
Profile: Taryn Eyton, Adventure Blogger and Author
Meet Taryn Eyton, the adventure blogger behind Happiest Outdoors and author behind her backpacking guidebook, Backpacking in Southwestern British Columbia: The Essential Guide to Overnight Hiking Trails.
The Happy Camper: Favourite Lesser-Known Paddling YouTubers in 2023
Our regular Monday columnist discusses some lesser-known, yet awesome paddlers on YouTube who capture the glory of paddling in Canada.
The Happy Camper: Best Camping Gear of 2023
The Happy Camper recounts his five favourite gear items from the 2023 camping season. His choices vary from tents to food containers.
Blogs, Camping, The Happy Camper
The Happy Camper: Christmas Cake for Winter Campers
Fruitcake is not so popular anymore. But what is it about this flour and fruit mixture that makes it such a great holiday treat for winter campers?
The Way of the Wolf: What’s your Mission?
As we approach the new year, it’s time to take the initiative and step outside your comfort zone. This author delves into the process of creating a “mission.”
Blogs, Ontario, The Happy Camper
The Happy Camper: Jeff McMurtrie’s Long-Awaited Algonquin Map
Jeff McMurtrie’s Long-Awaited Algonquin Map has finally been released and this author delves right into its intricate design, from the detailed route design to the descriptions of each point.
Blogs, Quebec, The Happy Camper
The Happy Camper: Quebec’s New Dumoine Tote Road Trail
Check out Quebec’s new hiking sensation—the Dumoine Tote Road Trail—perfect for hikers of all kinds.
Born of the Wild Country
This adventurer shares a story filled with many challenges, like dangerous rapids and deep canyons, but even more triumphs. Here’s an adventure through Yukon’s Bonnet Plume.
The Happy Camper: 6 Christmas Stocking Stuffer Ideas
Can’t think of what to stuff the stocking with this year? No problem—here are six epic stocking stuffers, perfect for outdoor adventures and excursions.
The Happy Camper: End-of-Season Maintenance and Storage for Canoe Gear
Ready to end off canoeing season? First, take care of your canoe gear. The Happy Camper gives us a guide to storing and cleaning canoe gear.
The Way of the Wolf: The Migration
Experience the migration of one of the largest and most powerful carnivores on Earth—the polar bear. Read more for a look at polar bears near the Hudson Bay.
The Happy Camper: Review of Adam Shoalts’ Book Where the Falcon Flies
Readers, here’s your next book: Where the Falcon Flies by Canadian author Adam Shoalts. Read more about a man’s journey retracing a falcon.
The Happy Camper: Killarney Outfitter’s New Expedition Seaward Kayak
Killarney Outfitters introduced a brand-new kayak design for his rental fleet this season—Seaward’s Expedition.
The Happy Camper: Roy MacGregor’s Memoir ‘Paper Trails’
Roy is the author of over fifty books, ranging from hockey to canoeing. His latest book—a memoir titled Paper Trails: From the Backwoods to the Front Page—shares a half century of the stories behind the stories.
Gadd’s Truth: In Search of More
Confidence is built on a bedrock of competence.
