Wildlife
Best Places to Beat the Heat in Canada
For some of us, the two or three months of scorching weather leaves us melting in our hiking boots, desperate for a beach, watering hole, waterfall or lake to cool off at. Here are some of the places across Canada that we recommend you beat the heat at.
Why You Really Shouldn’t Feed Bears
Once bears figure out that they can routinely return to the same area for food, they become bolder and less cautious. This leads to several serious problems.
Hiking Trail Reviews, Skills, Trails, Travel, Wildlife
What to Do if You Encounter a Bear
As Erin McCloskey details in Bear Attacks in Canada, defending yourself against an attack depends on what species of bear is doing the attacking, but some basic principles can apply to encounters with all three North American species.
How to Be Bear Safe While Camping
Equipping yourself with the necessary tools, like bear spray, and knowledge, like how to coexist with bears in the wilderness, can help you feel prepared and confident about protecting both yourself and the wildlife in case of grizzly or black bear encounters.
In the Falkland Islands, Penguins Outnumber People
As many as a million penguins nest on the islands each summer, and only 3,531 people, according to the census in 2022.
Adventure, Hiking, Skills, Wildlife
What You Need to Know Before Buying Bear Spray
From checking the expiration date to decoding the ingredient list, here’s what you need to know before picking up a canister to protect yourself and the wildlife when recreating in bear country.
The Magic of the North: Tracking Cloud Wolves With Churchill Wild
“Most people are terrified of wolves—but they won’t bother you if you spend some time getting to know them,” says Albert Saunders.
How to Safely View Wildlife From Your Car in the Canadian Rocky Mountains
“Just like humans, wild animals have an intrinsic right to their personal space,” says James McCormick, human wildlife conflict supervisor of Jasper National Park.
Why Do Some Kids Love Dinosaurs So Much?
From Barnie, the friendly T-Rex that educates kids with songs, to Blue, the ferocious velociraptor that saves the day in the Jurassic World movies, dinosaurs have always captivated imaginative kids
Why You Need to Try Paddle-Birding
Birding, of course, is the observation of birds in their natural habitat. For some, it’s a hobby; for many, a passion. The same can be said about paddling. When you combine the two, you can enjoy the best of both passions.
Get Educated on Bears and Stay Safe Out There This Summer
If you’re planning on spending some time outdoors this summer, here’s what you need to know about venturing into bear country.
Adventure, The Happy Camper, Wildlife
The Happy Camper: Interview with Alone Season 9 Canadian Contestant Teimojin Tan
The Happy Camper interviews one of the two Canadian participants, Teimojin Tan (a.k.a. Dr. Tan), in the latest Alone TV show on History Channel. Season 9 starts may 26, 2022. It’s a fascinating look at the medical side of survival.
Birding 101: Guidelines and Basic Rules for Beginner Bird Watching in Canada
Birding and bird watching have been popular for years, but interest grew exponentially during the pandemic.
Animal Sheds: Can You Take Home Shed Antlers?
Have you ever wondered where all the antlered deer go in early spring? And what about that lone antler you found on an outdoor excursion once… does that mean a buck died nearby?
Adventure, Gear, Hiking, Manitoba, Wildlife
How to Pack a Backpack for a Short Hike
As someone with lingering back issues, I take packing my small daypack very seriously.
Adventure, Manitoba, Skills, Wildlife
Canoe and Kayak Gear Roundup: 11 Awesome Items You Need to Paddle This Year
Here are some incredible pieces of gear to help keep you comfortable, active and safe while kayaking and canoeing this season.
Adventure, Hiking Trail Reviews, Manitoba, Trails, Travel, Wildlife
Buy Better: Canadian-Made Outdoor Gear That You Will Love
Shopping locally for your outdoor apparel and equipment comes with a myriad of amazing benefits.
The Future of Outdoor Adventure Apparel
Think about the clothes you’re wearing. Where were they made? Who made them? For how long do you intend on owning them?
Big questions that aren’t always asked by many.
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The Happy Camper: Three Top Camp Lanterns
Venture Solar Water Bottle Lantern Remember that old camping hack where you strap your head lamp to a jug of …
Here’s What You’ll Find in One Year’s Worth of Gear Boxes
We love the Christmas-morning feeling, and our members do too. Everything inside the gear box is hand-picked by Explore’s editor, David Webb. When members open their boxes, they have no idea what they’re getting—only that it’s going to be good and help equip them to adventure farther.
