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Adventure, British Columbia, British Columbia Trails, Winter

An Adventurer’s Guide to Winter Along BC’s Southern Highway

Stop to bike, snowshoe and Nordic ski along BC’s southern highway.

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Adventure, Camping, Quebec, Winter

This Is Winter Camping—At the Only Ice Hotel in the Americas

At Québec’s Hôtel de Glace, art, Indigenous storytelling and smart preparation turn extreme cold into an unforgettable outdoor experience.

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Adventure, New Brunswick, Winter

The Best Outdoorsy Winter Adventures in New Brunswick

From snowmobiles to cross-country trails, there’s no limit to winter outdoor fun in New Brunswick.

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Adventure, Hiking, Winter

Get Out There in the Cold with These Micro Adventures

Here are nine micro-quests to try out when the thermometer plummets.

Adventure, Opinion, Winter

Opinion: How to Enjoy the Outdoors Even in Cold Weather

Maintaining enthusiasm isn’t easy for everyone once the temperatures really dip.

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Adventure, Ski and Snowboard, Winter

Avalanche Awareness: Everything You Need to Know for Safe Winter Adventures in Canada

You may be lulled by and encountering possible traps more often than you realize.

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Adventure, Alberta, British Columbia, Winter

10 Incredible Natural Ice Skating Locations in Alberta and BC

From world-renowned lakes to hidden gems just outside town, here are 10 of the best wild ice skating spots in Alberta and British Columbia for you to explore this winter.

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Adventure, Travel, Winter

10 Epic Winter Experiences for Canadians

From northern lights to ice canoes, here are 10 true Canadian winter adventures.

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Editors' Picks, Gear, Winter

Winter Gear Guide 2025: 13 Best Gear Items for a Season Full of Adventure

Too cold for outdoor adventures nowadays? Snow problem—we’ve got you covered.

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Adventure, Camping, Ontario, The Happy Camper, Winter

The Happy Camper: “Freezing Woman” Event Draws Hundreds of Women to Winter Camp Together in Algonquin Park

It seemed everyone was there to help one another out and there was so much knowledge to be shared throughout.

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