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Adventure, Editors' Picks, 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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Cycling, Ontario, Trails

The Best Mountain Biking Trails in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario

Whether you’re seeking flowy trails, techy enduro or stunning wilderness, this place delivers.

Heading to Mount Fernie Trailhead

British Columbia, Editors' Picks, Hiking, Trails

Multigenerational Adventure: An Amazing Family Hike in Fernie, BC

I’m reminded that it’s the time together in nature, and not necessarily the need to summit a peak or conquer a challenging trail, that’s important.

A man with a headlamp wanders through a pine forest, as seen from a drone. High quality photo

Hiking, Skills, Trails

How to Survive if You Get Lost in the Backcountry

While many focus on physical training for outdoor adventures, far fewer consider the mental preparation needed.

Louisbourg Lighthouse hike cape breton

Hiking, Nova Scotia Trails, Trails

11 Great Hikes in and near Cape Breton Island

Cape Breton Island, on Nova Scotia’s eastern edge, captures the soul with its landscape.

hiking watershed park

British Columbia Trails, Hiking, Hiking Trail Reviews, Trails

Hiking Trail Review: Watershed Park Trail, Delta, BC

For an energizing morning hike or a refreshing evening walk, this trail is a perfect blend of peaceful yet exciting.

Quebec City

Adventure, Hiking, Quebec, Trails

10 Exciting Trails Near Beautiful Quebec City to Try Out on Your Next Hiking Adventure

From trails that will cost you hours and lots of squats as you hike uphill to shorter, flatter strolls, Quebec City has something quiet, peaceful and beautiful to offer in the outdoors.

Sand Beach, Acadia National Park, Maine

Adventure, Trails, Travel

Acadia National Park Makes for the Best Family Adventures

Commonly called “Vacationland,” Maine is the perfect place to bring the whole family for summer vacation. Here are six fun, low-commitment activities for families in Acadia National Park.

Cranbrook

Adventure, British Columbia, Hiking, Trails

10 Best Hikes Near Cranbrook You Need to Check Out

From waterfalls to wicked views, the Cranbrook area of British Columbia has some truly incredible hiking trails for any level of hiker.

Sea to Sky Highway - why you shouldn't park on the road at a trailhead

Adventure, Hiking, Trails

Why You Should Never Park on the Road at Trailheads

Is it okay to simply join the masses and park your vehicle on the side of the road too?

Best high peak in the Adirondacks

Adventure, Hiking, Trails

The Best High Peak in the Adirondacks for Beginners

I often find myself wondering, on the uphills of a hike, why I wanted to do this in the first …

Hiking along Spurwink on the East Coast Trail

Adventure, Newfoundland and Labrador Trails, Trails

Dancing in the Woods on Canada’s East Coast Trail

As a traveller who likes to hike when I visit a place, the East Coast Trail (ECT) had long been …

Aerial view of Seeley beach and newly constructed portion of Fundy Parkway looking West

Adventure, Hiking, Trails

Park Swaps: Dupes for Canada’s Most Popular Outdoor Areas 

Here are five equally incredible alternative destinations to Canada’s most popular parks

A man walks down a trail in a forest

Editors' Picks, Hiking, Trails

A Hiker’s Guide to Reducing Environmental Impact

6 tips to help you minimize your environmental impact

Adventure, Trails, Travel

The Kiwi Who Has Run a Marathon a Day Across Canada for Cancer

How does it feel to run the entire length of the second-largest country in the world?

Partner Content, Ski and Snowboard, Trails

Friendship, Snowshoeing and Side Quests

Come with us on three unique snowshoeing adventures! Our group of girlfriends had misadventures, but were safe and happy with MSR snowshoes.

Alberta, Editors' Picks, Ski and Snowboard, Trails

What Is Postholing? How Can I Avoid It?

If winter hiking is on your to-do list, there’s a term that you might hear get thrown around: postholing. Before you step out onto those snowy trails, it’s good to know what it means and how to work around it during your trek.
The term comes from fence-making; stable…

Adventure, Trails

The Beauty of Nature through 6 Great Poems

What if a poem immersed you in the Great Outdoors through its wonderful verses? Here are six must-read poems that do just that!

British Columbia, British Columbia Trails, Hiking, Trails

10 Winter Hikes in the Okanagan Valley

It’s time to go winter hiking if you still haven’t, during this last stretch of the cold season. Here are 10 hikes in the Okanagan Valley.

Adventure, Camping, Editors' Picks, Trails

10 Apps to Enhance Your Adventures in 2024

Discover 10 must-have apps that you can use during your outdoor adventures to improve your experience. Whether it’s an accurate trail map to direct us, a star map to reveal hidden constellations or a fitness tracker to keep us motivated, these 10 apps can make adventuring in the new year easier.

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  • The Happy Camper: Southeastern Ontario’s Hidden Gems for Spring Birding
    Ontario, Ontario Trails, The Happy Camper

    The Happy Camper: Southeastern Ontario’s Hidden Gems for Spring Birding

  • How to Adventure After Kids: A Mother’s Journey to Reclaiming the Outdoors 
    Adventure, environment

    How to Adventure After Kids: A Mother’s Journey to Reclaiming the Outdoors 

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