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Camping, Editors' Picks, Inclusivity, Opinion

Opinion: Why I Hate Tent Camping—and I’m Never Going Again

But after one too many cold, restless nights on the ground, I’ve decided to call it: I’m officially breaking up with tent camping.

Adventure, Advice, Hiking, Inclusivity

Dear Nova: I’m 50 Years Old and Going on My First Backcountry Hiking Trip — Help!

I can easily hike 10 kilometres, but I’ve never carried such a big backpack so long before.

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Adventure, Editors' Picks, Inclusivity

The Truth About Being Black in the Outdoors

As a mixed-race Black person, I was told that outdoor spaces weren’t for me. Now, I realize, the wilderness was always there waiting for me.

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Adventure, Climbing, Inclusivity, Water sports

Book Review—Flow: Women’s Counternarratives from Rivers, Rock, and Sky

Explore the diversity of women’s outdoor sports through narratives that capture empowerment and challenge stereotypes

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Adventure, Canoeing, Inclusivity, The Happy Camper

The Happy Camper: You’re Never Too Old to Start Canoe Tripping

Borys shows us that you’re never too old to start canoeing.

Warrior Women

Adventure, environment, Inclusivity, Indigenous

Why National Indigenous Peoples Day Matters

June 21 is a great day to learn about and connect with Indigenous communities near you.

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Adventure, Camping, environment, Inclusivity

Lessons from My Father’s Love of the Outdoors

He worked hard for many years and still does so that we could go out there and adventure whenever we want to.

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Adventure, Editors' Picks, Inclusivity, Trails

Get Outside and Celebrate: Canada’s Best Pride-Themed Outdoor Events

It’s time to celebrate Pride month this June with these epic outdoorsy events in Canada.

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Adventure, Editors' Picks, Inclusivity, New Brunswick

Film Review of Trailblazing: The Matt Hadley Story

This powerful and inspiring Canadian film celebrates an Albertan trailblazer.

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Adventure, Editors' Picks, Inclusivity, Trails

Steps of Gratitude: The Path My Mother Showed Me

An outdoor adventure leads to the realization that Mother’s Day is every day.

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