Wildlife

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How To Stay Safe From a Thunderstorm When Camping

Camping is not something most of us would choose to do during a thunderstorm, and for good reason.

Puffins, Machias Seal Island, New Brunswick.

Puffin Paradise on New Brunswick�s Machias Seal Island� �

A trip to Machias Seal Island not only serves up an unmatched wildlife adventure, it even throws in a bit of international political intrigue.

Adventure, Editors' Picks, Wildlife

The Best Cities for Birding in Canada

New to birdwatching? Here�s how to get started in a Canadian city near you.

Editors' Picks, Newfoundland and Labrador, Wildlife

Discover the Best Wildlife Hotspots on Newfoundland�s Avalon Peninsula

While the southern Avalon Peninsula covers a relatively small part of the island, it pulls more than its weight when it comes to wildlife and wild places.

Gear, Partner Content, Wildlife

Using Air Horns as an Animal Deterrent and for Personal Safety

Every backcountry hiker should know how to act safely when venturing into bear territory.

Burrowing owl, Saskatchewan. Burrowing owls sometimes nest in abandoned paririe dog burrows in Grasslands National Park.

Editors' Picks, Saskatchewan, Wildlife

5 Amazing Spring Wildlife Adventures in Saskatchewan

Wildlife photographers and viewers will love this collection of hotspots.

Partner Content, Skills, Wildlife

Why Bats Aren�t Bad�They Are Vital

Bats’ futures matters because they play a silent, underappreciated, key role in our environment.

Adventure, Wildlife

Why Are Beavers a Worthy National Animal?

Ever wonder why the beaver�of all the other cool animals in Canada�is our national animal? This author will break it down for you.

Adventure, Wildlife

10 Cinematic Masterpieces That Take Us on Journeys Through Diverse Landscapes

From thrilling survival stories to witty rom-coms, this list will discuss films or TV shows that capture the essence of the great outdoors in all its glory.

Blogs, Manitoba, Wildlife

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.

British Columbia, News, Wildlife

British Columbia to Expand 5 Provincial Parks

BC has bought land to expand five of its provincial parks. This initiative will assist in conserving natural spaces and promoting sustainability.

Adventure, Health and Wellness, Wildlife

How to Fall in Love with Nature

Living in a fast-paced world, where screens and schedules dominate our lives, sometimes it�s impossible to slow down and reconnect. This article offers readers a heartfelt and practical guide to rediscovering their innate connection to the Great Outdoors.

Camping, The Happy Camper, Wildlife

The Happy Camper: Autumn Bliss While Paddling Algonquin’s Opeongo Lake

Outdoor adventures during the fall season can be a blast. Check out this writer’s epic canoeing and camping trip at Algonquin�s Opeongo Lake.

Adventure, Travel, Wildlife

Snowbirds: 5 Hot Destinations to Stay Warm This Winter

As the first hints of the winter chill set in, snowbirds seeking refuge from the encroaching cold prepare to take flight. Read about some epic destinations for a warm and adventurous winter.

News, The Happy Camper, Wildlife

The Happy Camper: What Triggered the Recent Grizzly Attack in Banff?

A couple were recently attacked and killed on day five of their seven-day hike in a remote section of Banff National Park. Read on to examine the possibilities which triggered the bear’s attack.

British Columbia, Travel, Wildlife

20 Years After a Wildfire, the Forest Is Alive Again

To get a sense of how time has healed the park close to where the fire started, my husband and I hiked into the heart of Okanagan Mountain Park to camp overnight in late June.

Hiking Trail Reviews, Skills, Trails, Travel, Wildlife

What to Do When You See a Bear: Tips for Surviving Encounters

As great as it is to be outdoors, it�s imperative to have a healthy respect for the dangers that lurk in Canada�s wilderness. We share this land with black bears, polar bears and grizzly bears. The following tips will help us all enjoy the trails in peace.

Adventure, Hiking, Wildlife

Wildlife You’re Likely to See on Your Next Hike in Canada

We talk about grizzlies and cougars a lot when we talk about outdoor adventures in Canada, and for good reason�we need to know how to react to an encounter or attack. As often as we discuss them, though, the chances of seeing one of these is much less likely than having the daylights scared out of you by a grouse.