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# Explore Magazine

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- [Most Canadians Will Never Have These Adventures—But You Might](https://explore-mag.com/most-canadians-will-never-have-these-adventures-but-you-might/) - There are some destination that feel impossible. Now you have a chance with Black Feather.
- [Wellness Beyond the Spa: How I Find Restoration in the Outdoors](https://explore-mag.com/wellness-beyond-the-spa-how-i-find-restoration-in-the-outdoors/) - Here are some of my favourite places around the world and ways wherever I am to enjoy wellness in the Great Outdoors.
- [Ask Explore: Should I Still Go Hiking in Wildfire Smoke?](https://explore-mag.com/ask-explore-should-i-still-go-hiking-in-wildfire-smoke/) - The trail I was planning to hike is covered in wildfire smoke. Is it still safe for me to go?
- [Opinion: You Should Keep Your Dog on a Leash Outdoors](https://explore-mag.com/opinion-you-should-keep-your-dog-on-a-leash-outdoors/) - The Problem Isn't Dogs. It's Off-Leash Dogs.
- [Cochrane, Ontario: An Accessible Taste of the North](https://explore-mag.com/cochrane-ontario-an-accessible-taste-of-the-north/) - Cochrane proved that an unforgettable northern adventure doesn’t require a journey to the Arctic.
- [This Is the Canadian Adventure I'll Be Telling People About for Years](https://explore-mag.com/this-is-the-canadian-adventure-ill-be-telling-people-about-for-years/) - I must have turned to my husband six times and said, “This looks like Jurassic Park.” He agreed every time.
- [Adventure and Agriculture in A Unique Region of Canada](https://explore-mag.com/adventure-and-agriculture-in-a-unique-region-of-canada/) - An hour from Ottawa, Quebec’s Pontiac Agriventure Route links farms, cideries and country roads for an easygoing weekend.
- [The Happy Camper: These Students Gave Me Hope](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-these-students-gave-me-hope/) - I’ve spent so many magical moments with positive youth in my career that those brief encounters of adolescence stupidness wash away really quickly.
- [The Unexpected Outdoor Role Models I Found During COVID](https://explore-mag.com/the-unexpected-outdoor-role-models-i-found-during-covid/) - Even in those difficult pandemic days, my new friends, who became like adopted grandparents, were active.
- [The Wild Tribe Sequoia XL Bass—The Ultimate Angler's Paddleboard](https://explore-mag.com/the-wild-tribe-sequoia-xl-bass-the-ultimate-anglers-paddleboard/) - A review and buyer’s guide for The Wild Tribe’s Sequoia XL Bass stand-up paddleboard Quick Verdict: Five Things We Love (Plus One Honest Note) Fully integrated fishing package—rod holders, dedicated cooler, back fishing rack, and built-in ruler are engineered into the board rather than bolted on as afterthoughts, which makes the Sequoia XL Bass the
- [In Timmins, Ontario, Being in the Moment is the Destination](https://explore-mag.com/in-timmins-ontario-being-in-the-moment-is-the-destination/) - On a recent road trip through Northeastern Ontario, the town of Timmins showed me what it means to be present.
- [Temiskaming Shores: Northern Ontario's Unexpected Escape](https://explore-mag.com/temiskaming-shores-northern-ontarios-unexpected-escape/) - Sometimes, unexpected places win you over quickly.
- [Why Canadians Don’t Brag About Their Beautiful Wilderness](https://explore-mag.com/why-canadians-dont-brag-about-their-beautiful-wilderness/) - Canada has some of the most dramatic landscapes on Earth, yet I’ve found that Canadians rarely talk about them like they’re extraordinary.
- [12 of the Best Outdoorsy Spas in Canada](https://explore-mag.com/12-of-the-best-outdoorsy-spas-in-canada/) - From the vast mountains in British Columbia to the tranquil waters in Prince Edward Island, these spas are elevated by their natural surroundings.
- [The Legend of the Ogopogo: Is Kelowna's Lake Monster Real?](https://explore-mag.com/the-legend-of-the-ogopogo-is-kelownas-lake-monster-real/) - The elusive Ogopogo, a creature similar to Scotland's Loch Ness monster, who is said to be lurking in the 232 metre deep lake, continues to perplex locals and visitors...
- [When to Book Campsites Across Canada for 2026](https://explore-mag.com/when-to-book-campsites-across-canada-for-2026/) - Campsite reservation season is closer than you think—and in Canada, the best spots get booked fast.
- [Are Cold Plunges Harmful or Beneficial? New Research from Experts](https://explore-mag.com/are-cold-plunges-harmful-or-beneficial-new-research-from-experts/) - Sometimes, the hardest thing to do is simply stand still and step in.
- [8 Incredible National Parks in the USA](https://explore-mag.com/the-trip-of-a-lifetime-exploring-8-iconic-u-s-national-parks-in-4-weeks/) - From the hoodoos of Bryce Canyon to the towering sequoias of Redwood National Park, the sights to see in these 8 US national parks are unparalleled.
- [The Beauty of Nature through 6 Great Poems](https://explore-mag.com/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!
- [10 of the Best Trails Near Port Moody BC](https://explore-mag.com/10-of-the-best-hikes-in-port-moody-bc/) - There are plenty of fun spots to explore in the Port Moody area. From Rocky Point to the lakes near Belcarra, here are some of our top picks.
- [20 Free Places to Camp in Nova Scotia](https://explore-mag.com/20-free-places-to-camp-in-nova-scotia/) - Camp for free in these rugged wilderness areas across Nova Scotia. Updated for 2021.
- [12 of the Best Lakes in British Columbia, Canada](https://explore-mag.com/12-of-the-best-lakes-for-swimming-paddling-and-admiring-turquoise-water-in-british-columbia-canada/) - Looking for a local spot to enjoy the water? Here are 12 amazing options
- [74 DIY Paracord Bracelet Tutorials](https://explore-mag.com/74-diy-paracord-bracelet-tutorials/) - A piece of survival gear might not be part of your everyday wardrobe—but maybe it should be. And it doesn't have to look like gear either.
- [I Was Stalked by a Bear. Here’s What I Did Wrong](https://explore-mag.com/i-was-stalked-by-a-bear-heres-what-i-did-wrong/) - It couldn’t be. The same bear was waiting on the road ahead.
- [I Thought Canada Had the Ultimate Outdoor Culture—Then I Went to Norway](https://explore-mag.com/i-thought-canada-had-the-ultimate-outdoor-culture-then-i-went-to-norway/) - It's Norway versus Canada—which country has the more outdoorsy culture? Let's explore the fjords and hike the hills to find out.
- [The Ultimate Rating of All of Canada’s National Parks for Adventure](https://explore-mag.com/the-ultimate-ranking-of-all-of-canadas-national-parks-for-adventure/) - Here’s a round-up of what to expect from each park, and a ranking system designed to lead your outdoor adventures.
- [Is This the End of the Campfire in Canada?](https://explore-mag.com/is-this-the-end-of-the-campfire-in-canada/) - This should worry anyone planning summer hikes or camping trips.
- [I Went Hiking in the Rockies With Three People in Their 70s—And It Changed My Perspective](https://explore-mag.com/i-went-hiking-in-the-rockies-with-three-people-in-their-70s-and-it-changed-my-perspective/) - My week of hiking the Rockies was not what I thought I wanted, but it was what I needed.
- [The Best Canadian Adventures, Province by Province (and Territory)](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-canadian-adventures-province-by-province-and-territory/) - According to explore magazine’s in-depth research, here is a breakdown of the top adventures you can have in each province.
- [Van Life as a Canadian in New Zealand: Here’s What I Wish I Knew Beforehand](https://explore-mag.com/van-life-as-a-canadian-in-new-zealand-heres-what-i-wish-i-knew-beforehand/) - But living in a metal box with wheels does not come without challenges, and I did not leave the van behind without taking some lessons with me.
- [7 of Canada's Best Canoe Trips for Beginners](https://explore-mag.com/7-of-canadas-best-canoe-trips-for-beginners/) - Based on explore magazine’s research, these trips are all very do-able by people on their first canoe trip.
- [Explore This Crowd-Free National Park with the Canada Strong Pass](https://explore-mag.com/explore-this-crowd-free-national-park-with-the-canada-strong-pass/) - Consider this gem: Quebec’s Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve.
- [A Lifetime of Hiking with My Bestie: Saying Goodbye to My Trail Dog Birch](https://explore-mag.com/a-lifetime-of-hiking-with-my-bestie-saying-goodbye-to-my-trail-dog-birch/) - If you have a dog, you can understand—and you might relate to our story.
- [Hate Camping? Here’s How You Can Learn to Love It by Summer](https://explore-mag.com/hate-camping-heres-how-you-can-learn-to-love-it-by-summer/) - If you’re learning to love camping by summer, I can offer advice gained from experience.
- [10 of the Best and Underrated Summer Road Trips in Canada](https://explore-mag.com/10-of-the-best-and-underrated-summer-road-trips-in-canada/) - These 10 iconic, underrated road trips serve as a powerful reminder that Canada features a vast geography and majestic grandeur.
- [Everything You Need to Know About the Patagonia vs. Pattie Gonia Lawsuit—and What’s Being Overlooked](https://explore-mag.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-patagonia-vs-pattie-gonia-lawsuit-and-whats-being-overlooked/) - Is the Patagonia vs. Pattie Gonia conflict really about ownership and identity
- [Joffre Lakes Closures: Should Popular Parks Close in the Summer?](https://explore-mag.com/joffre-lakes-closures-should-popular-parks-close-in-the-summer/) - Joffre Lakes Provincial Park is currently closed. What does this mean for adventurers?
- [I Took My Kids Into the Backcountry—Against Everyone's Advice. Here's What Happened](https://explore-mag.com/i-took-my-kids-into-the-backcountry-against-everyones-advice-heres-what-happened/) - I learned how to have extended family backcountry trips with small kids. Here's how you can, too.
- [What Makes an Adventure Advanced? It’s Probably Not What You Think](https://explore-mag.com/what-makes-an-adventure-advanced-its-probably-not-what-you-think/) - From first-time abseils to post-injury hikes, the real measure of challenge isn’t altitude or distance—it’s how far you push your own limits.
- [I’ve Tried Thousands of Outdoor Adventures Near Vancouver. These Are My Top 10](https://explore-mag.com/ive-tried-thousands-of-outdoor-adventures-near-vancouver-these-are-my-top-10/) - I wrote a new guidebook about Vancouver. These outdoor adventures still blow me away.
- [45 of the Best Coast-to-Coast Canadian Wildlife, Road Trips and Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/45-of-the-best-coast-to-coast-canadian-wildlife-road-trips-and-adventures/) - How many of these epic Canadian adventures have you done before? Which one is next?
- [Expert Advice from a Canadian Adventurer: Bad Trips are the Best](https://explore-mag.com/expert-advice-from-a-canadian-adventurer-bad-trips-are-the-best/) - As humans, we love drama and gossip...and secretly love when things go awry because that is where the interesting stories arise.
- [I'm an Expert Solo Wilderness Guide—These Are the 5 Things I Never Leave Without](https://explore-mag.com/im-an-expert-solo-wilderness-guide-these-are-the-5-things-i-never-leave-without/) - If you’re curious about solo wilderness travel, let me offer five pointers to make it easier, safer and more rewarding.
- [The Best Summer Adventures in a Unique Part of BC](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-summer-adventures-in-a-unique-part-of-bc/) - Our outdoorsy family has spent weeks every summer exploring Fernie. These are our favourite family activities.
- [What Happens When a Campfire Ban Hits Your Dream Camping Trip?](https://explore-mag.com/what-happens-when-a-campfire-ban-hits-your-dream-camping-trip/) - Campfire bans are becoming less of a surprise and more of a reality we simply must accept.
- [7 Beginner Trails in Alberta That Still Feel Like Magic](https://explore-mag.com/7-beginner-trails-in-alberta-that-still-feel-like-magic/) - Here are some of the best easy hikes in Alberta for maximum payoff and minimal “I can’t feel my calves” moments.
- [What Jasper’s Most Popular Hikes Look Like Now, Two Years After the Wildfire](https://explore-mag.com/what-jaspers-most-popular-hikes-look-like-now-two-years-after-the-wildfire/) - Although it may take a century for nature to fully recover, hikers can see nature rejuvenating before their very eyes.
- [45 Years Outside: The Outdoor Memories That Shaped Us](https://explore-mag.com/45-years-outside-the-outdoor-memories-that-shaped-us/) - To mark our 45th anniversary, we invited our readers, contributors and community to share the outdoor memory they'll never forget.
- [45 Outdoor Adventures Rooted in Indigenous Culture and Storytelling](https://explore-mag.com/45-outdoor-adventures-rooted-in-indigenous-culture-and-storytelling/) - These 45 adventures reveal the culture, history and stories that have shaped the communities and lands we know today.
- [The New Outdoor Sector Coalition: Why BC’s Outdoors Needed a Stronger Voice](https://explore-mag.com/the-new-outdoor-sector-coalition-why-bcs-outdoors-needed-a-stronger-voice/) - Recognizing these challenges, more than 2,000 organizations from across the province have come together under a newly formed Outdoor Sector Coalition.
- [Newly Released Records Show What Happened After More Than 100 Trees Were Felled at Mount Seymour](https://explore-mag.com/newly-released-records-show-what-happened-after-more-than-100-trees-were-felled-at-mount-seymour/) - Records obtained by explore show staff raised environmental concerns before the ministry concluded the work was permitted trail maintenance.
- [The Happy Camper: What's the Right Way—Keel or No Keel?](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-whats-the-right-way-keel-or-no-keel/) - A keel on a canoe is basically an external ridge along the centreline of the canoe.
- [10 Amazing Hikes Near Toronto You Can Access by Transit](https://explore-mag.com/10-amazing-hikes-near-toronto-you-can-access-by-transit/) - Try out one of these 10 trails, which are all less than 90 minutes away from Ontario’s largest city and can be reached by bus, subway or train.
- [The Great Canadian Sunset: How One Outdoor Moment Could Unite All Canadians](https://explore-mag.com/the-great-canadian-sunset-how-one-outdoor-moment-could-unite-all-canadians/) - Everyone Outdoors Together kicks off on July 18th with a call for people across the country to get outside and witness the sunset.
- [Everyone Outdoors Together: What Happens When All Canadians Step Outside Together?](https://explore-mag.com/everyone-outdoors-together-what-happens-when-all-canadians-step-outside-together/) - Martin joins us to talk about Everyone Outdoors Together, CPRA's national movement culminating in the Great Canadian Sunset on July 18.
- [45 of the Best Hikes in Ontario](https://explore-mag.com/45-of-the-best-hikes-in-ontario/) - No matter where I go, Ontario will always my favourite to hike.
- [8 Can’t-Miss August Events in the Ottawa Valley](https://explore-mag.com/8-cant-miss-august-events-in-the-ottawa-valley/) - From whitewater paddling and mountain biking to trail running and family-friendly fun, these eight events showcase the best of the Ottawa Valley’s Water and Dirt Festival.
- [Gadd’s Truth: Interesting Times?](https://explore-mag.com/gadds-truth-interesting-times/) - It might be nice if the times were a little less interesting.
- [The Best Outdoor Escape is Just Minutes from Ottawa](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-outdoor-escape-is-just-minutes-from-ottawa/) - Ontario travellers, here’s why you need to go cycling through the Outaouais.
- [Frank Wolf is Gearing up for a Wolverine Summer Canoe Trip in the North](https://explore-mag.com/the-way-of-the-wolf-gearing-up-for-a-wolverine-summer-canoe-trip-in-the-north/) - I’m calling the expedition Nèhtrùh, which is the local Indigenous Gwich’in word for wolverine.
- [Here's How to Have Comfortable, Cozy and Easier Camping Trips](https://explore-mag.com/how-a-lightweight-truck-camper-makes-camping-easier-and-more-comfortable/) - Why Soaring Eagle Campers are changing the way people camp
- [What Is the Role of Artificial Intelligence in the Outdoors?](https://explore-mag.com/what-is-the-role-of-artificial-intelligence-in-the-outdoors/) - It’s a sign of artificial intelligence’s growing presence in our lives.
- [Gadd's Truth: Classroom Earth](https://explore-mag.com/gadds-truth-classroom-earth/) - We are but students in the largest classroom of all.
- [The Happy Camper: Women Are Leading 2026’s Top Paddling Expeditions](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-women-are-leading-2026s-top-paddling-expeditions/) - Most are being done by young enthusiastic adventurers—and the best part is that most of them are women.
- [Why These Outdoor Advocates Took Their Record Ridge Trail Fight to Court](https://explore-mag.com/why-these-outdoor-advocates-took-their-record-ridge-trail-fight-to-court/) - Their court challenge raised issues related to public health, water quality and the environment.
- [This Historic Railway Is One of Canada's Greatest Cycling Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/this-historic-railway-is-one-of-canadas-greatest-cycling-adventures/) - In rain and shine, I discovered why the Laurentians, Quebec are a true weatherproof adventure destination.
- [The Happy Camper: The Camping Mistake That Still Haunts Me](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-the-camping-mistake-that-still-haunts-me/) - The worst ever camp misadventure when it comes to a whisky spillage mayhem happened a couple of weeks ago...
- [The Wild Tribe Athabasca 11'—The Lightweight Performance Crossover](https://explore-mag.com/the-wild-tribe-athabasca-11-the-lightweight-performance-crossover/) - It's for the person who wants to go farther, go faster and feel more connected to the water beneath them.
- [The Wild Tribe Sequoia 11'—The Bestselling Beginner's Dream](https://explore-mag.com/the-wild-tribe-sequoia-11-the-bestselling-beginners-dream/) - It is the most accessible, most forgiving, most confidence-building board Wild Tribe makes.
- [The Wild Tribe Columbia S 12'6"—The Distance Touring Champion](https://explore-mag.com/the-wild-tribe-columbia-s-126-the-distance-touring-champion/) - If distance, efficiency and the feeling of a board that rewards your effort are your priorities—this is your board.
- [The Wild Tribe Columbia 11'—The Touring Trailblazer](https://explore-mag.com/the-wild-tribe-columbia-11-the-touring-trailblazer/) - It's not a family board; it's a performance touring board for the active, solo-focused paddler.
- [The Wild Tribe Tahoe XL 11—The Ultimate Stability Platform](https://explore-mag.com/the-wild-tribe-tahoe-xl-11-the-ultimate-stability-platform/) - It is possibly the most versatile real-life board they make.
- [The Wild Tribe Naïa 11'—The Versatile Everyday Performer](https://explore-mag.com/the-wild-tribe-naia-11-the-versatile-everyday-performer/) - A review and buyer’s guide for The Wild Tribe’s Naia 11' stand-up paddleboard Quick Verdict: Five Things We Love (Plus One Important Note to Be Aware of) The 4.7" thickness gives the Naïa 11' that coveted "closer to the water" feel that experienced paddlers actively seek out—you're not perched on top of the water, you're
- [The Wild Tribe Oak 11'6—The Unshakeable All-Rounder](https://explore-mag.com/the-wild-tribe-oak-116-the-unshakeable-all-rounder/) - A review and buyer’s guide for The Wild Tribe’s Oak 11'6 stand-up paddleboard Quick Verdict: Five Things We Love (Plus One Important Consideration) Highest weight capacity in the entire Wild Tribe lineup at 400 pounds—the most inclusive board they make, and the one we'd recommend for virtually any body type, paddling buddy situation or gear-heavy
- [The Wild Tribe Peyto 11'—The Best All-Around Champion](https://explore-mag.com/the-wild-tribe-peyto-11-the-best-all-around-champion/) - A review and buyer’s guide for The Wild Tribe’s Peyto 11' stand-up paddleboard Quick Verdict: Five Things We Love (Plus One Thing to Take Note Of) Wild Tribe designates the Peyto 11' as their best all-around board. That designation is earned, not just hype. The 32" width is the platonic ideal of the all-around board—wide
- [The World's Longest Trail Offers A New Way to See the Country](https://explore-mag.com/seeing-canada-through-the-trans-canada-trail/) - The longest multi-use trail in the world is in Canada. It might be the most unique and rewarding way to explore the country from coast to coast.
- [The Truth About Wolfdogs—And the Alberta Sanctuary That’s Changing Their Story](https://explore-mag.com/the-truth-about-wolfdogs-and-the-alberta-sanctuary-thats-changing-their-story/) - We visited Yamnuska Wolfdog Sanctuary in Alberta for an interactive experience
- [A Love Letter to the Park Patch](https://explore-mag.com/a-love-letter-to-the-park-patch/) - However fun they are, there’s something about these collectables that says, “I was here and it mattered.”
- [The Ultimate Guide to Fishing in the Maritimes](https://explore-mag.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-fishing-in-the-maritimes/) - “A bad day fishing beats a good day working.”
- [Get Your Paddleboard from The Wild Tribe Now—Before It Sells Out This Summer](https://explore-mag.com/get-your-paddleboard-from-the-wild-tribe-now-before-it-sells-out-this-summer/) - The Wild Tribe’s paddleboards turn water into a playground.
- [An Unfiltered Review of The Wild Tribe's Stand-Up Paddleboards](https://explore-mag.com/an-unfiltered-review-of-the-wild-tribes-stand-up-paddleboards/) - We gear tested The Wild Tribe's paddleboards... here's our verdict and review.
- [Summer Gear Guide: The Best Outdoor Adventure Gear for 2026](https://explore-mag.com/summer-gear-guide-the-best-outdoor-adventure-gear-for-2026/) - Hand-picked, tested and reviewed by the explore magazine team, here are the 13 best items for getting outdoors this summer season.
- [The Happy Camper: A New Chapter for Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-a-new-chapter-for-samuel-de-champlain-provincial-park/) - Is Ontario’s Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park cursed?
- [Kevin Callan—The Life of Canada's "Happy Camper"](https://explore-mag.com/kevin-callan-the-life-of-canadas-happy-camper/) - We have a special (return) guest on this week's episode—Kevin Callan, also known as "The Happy Camper."
- [Indigenous Tourism is Growing in Alberta with the Help of a New Tourism Partnership](https://explore-mag.com/indigenous-tourism-is-growing-in-alberta-with-the-help-of-a-new-tourism-partnership/) - An expanding and well-supported Indigenous tourism sector sets Alberta apart on the world stage.
- [Northern Escape: Your Guide to Exploring Nunavut’s Territorial Parks](https://explore-mag.com/northern-escape-your-guide-to-exploring-nunavuts-territorial-parks/) - Have you been to the largest and northernmost territory in Canada?
- [This Is the Best Thing I Did in the Rockies—and It's Not What You Expect](https://explore-mag.com/the-art-of-doing-nothing-the-best-thing-i-did-in-the-rockies-was-nothing-at-all/) - Since then, my relationship with the Rockies has changed.
- [Ontario Adventurers, We Found Your Next Epic Trip](https://explore-mag.com/ontario-adventurers-we-found-your-next-epic-trip/) - This Quebec destination is a wild Canadian escape where nature reigns supreme.
- [The Happy Camper: Algonquin’s East Side Is an Epic Hidden Gem](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-algonquins-east-side-is-an-epic-hidden-gem/) - I quickly came to realize what a natural hidden gem Petawawa really is.
- [Canada on a Whim: How to Stay Road-Trip Ready for Last Minute Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/canada-on-a-whim-how-to-stay-road-trip-ready-for-last-minute-adventures/) - Be ready for unexpected road trip adventures with the right steps.
- [This Is Canada’s Most Underrated Adventure Hub](https://explore-mag.com/this-is-canadas-most-underrated-adventure-hub/) - Lakeside cabins, mushroom foraging, forest inns and other sites to explore in Quebec’s most underrated outdoor hub.
- [Cool Off in These 10 Refreshing Blue Flag Beaches in Ontario](https://explore-mag.com/cool-off-in-these-10-refreshing-blue-flag-beaches-in-ontario/) - These 10 standout beaches are not only beautiful but deeply committed to protecting their water and shorelines...
- [The Happy Camper: Say Goodbye to Outdoor Education for Toronto Kids](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-say-goodbye-to-outdoor-education-for-toronto-kids/) - Ontario should be building more outdoor education centres, not demolishing them.
- [How to Get Outside and Avoid the FIFA World Cup](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-enjoy-fifas-world-cup-in-canada-if-youre-not-at-the-games/) - You don’t have to go very far to get out of the cities and into nature, away from the hubbub of the world’s biggest sporting event.
- [Don’t Miss the Ottawa Valley’s Wildest Outdoor Summer Festival this August: Water and Dirt](https://explore-mag.com/dont-miss-the-ottawa-valleys-wildest-outdoor-summer-festival-this-august-water-and-dirt/) - Whether you seek adventure, education or just a good time, you’ll find it in the Ottawa Valley from August 1 to 16.
- [Mount Seymour's Expansion Plans Are Raising Concerns for the Future](https://explore-mag.com/mount-seymours-expansion-plans-are-raising-concerns-for-the-future/) - The expansion proposal, which would see peak day visits rise from 1,700 to more than 4,500, would increase the number of parking spaces from 820 to 1,347.
- [Thanks! You're On The List.](https://explore-mag.com/thanks-youre-on-the-list/) - You'll be among the first to know when our sale goes live—plus, you'll have exclusive access to pre-sale pricing. Stay tuned! This Exclusive Apparel Collaboration sale begins when summer ends... In the meantime, get inspired with our latest posts:
- [The Happy Camper: Returning to Algonquin’s Shirley Lake](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-returning-to-algonquins-shirley-lake/) - It was the first time in my camping life when I seriously went back in the woods to look for a “low lying area” to weather out the storm.
- [How Nora O'Malley Found Her Place on the Wild Coast](https://explore-mag.com/how-nora-omalley-found-her-place-on-the-wild-coast/) - How does living among the evergreens and wild waves of Vancouver Island's West Coast colour it all?
- [BC Has Big Plans for Outdoor Recreation](https://explore-mag.com/bc-has-big-plans-for-outdoor-recreation/) - A long-promised recreation strategy raises questions about money, trails, resource roads and wildlife.
- [Finding His Line: Jimmy Martinello on Adventure, Family and Knowing When to Turn Back](https://explore-mag.com/finding-his-line-jimmy-martinello-on-adventure-family-and-knowing-when-to-turn-back/) - Kids don’t float. That’s why this PFD from iconic Canadian brand Mustang Survival is a summer must-have for my family.
- [Stepping into the Sky: I Experienced The New Overhang at Malahat SkyWalk on Vancouver Island, and Here's What It's Really Like](https://explore-mag.com/stepping-into-the-sky-i-experienced-the-new-overhang-at-malahat-skywalk-on-vancouver-island-and-heres-what-its-really-like/) - Experience the thrill of a glass viewing cube high over the ocean.
- [Andrew Findlay—The Life of a Freelance Journalist](https://explore-mag.com/andrew-findlay-the-life-of-a-freelance-journalist/) - explore podcast
- [Will Lambert—The Life of an Adventure Photographer](https://explore-mag.com/will-lambert-the-life-of-an-adventure-photographer/) - explore podcast
- [Greg Grandsen—Changing Lives with Camp Outlook](https://explore-mag.com/greg-grandsen-changing-lives-with-camp-outlook/) - explore podcast
- [Mark Hubner—When Passions and Career Collide!](https://explore-mag.com/mark-hubner-when-passions-and-career-collide/) - explore podcast
- [Kelsey Winter—The State of Wildfires in Canada](https://explore-mag.com/kelsey-winter-the-state-of-wildfires-in-canada/) - explore podcast
- [Keri Montgomery and Nicola Wilson—Can We Travel Better?](https://explore-mag.com/keri-montgomery-and-nicola-wilson-can-we-travel-better/) - explore podcast
- [Solo Adventures in the Wilderness with Jim Baird](https://explore-mag.com/solo-adventures-in-the-wilderness-with-jim-baird/) - So why does he do it? What does he hope you'll get from it? And is it ever... scary?
- [Ryan Stuart: Tracking the State of Canada’s Outdoors](https://explore-mag.com/ryan-stuart-tracking-the-state-of-canadas-outdoors/) - Ryan's been at the writing game a long time and he's seen some big changes.
- [Discovering How to Travel with Purpose in Tla-o-qui-aht Tribal Parks](https://explore-mag.com/discovering-how-to-travel-with-purpose-in-tla-o-qui-aht-tribal-parks/) - Travel today cannot be reduced to ticking off new destinations on our list; it’s a call to align our adventures with ambition for a better planet.
- [The Happy Camper: Southeastern Ontario’s Marlborough Forest Is a Hidden Gem](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-southeastern-ontarios-marlborough-forest-is-a-hidden-gem/) - It’s maintained and protected by the city of Ottawa for multi recreational use but only the locals seem to know about it.
- [Your Best BC Summer Adventure Starts at Kootenay Lake](https://explore-mag.com/your-best-bc-summer-adventure-starts-at-kootenay-lake/) - Summertime is for swimming, and there's no better place.
- [8 Great Bike Rides to Explore Across Canada](https://explore-mag.com/8-great-bike-rides-to-explore-across-canada/) - From coastal rail trails to prairie river paths and urban waterfront routes, here are eight great bike rides I’ve taken in Canada.
- [The Happy Camper: What’s in Your Camp Kitchen?](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-whats-in-your-camp-kitchen/) - I doubt there’s no other collection of gear that differs so much between campers than their kitchen kit.
- [10 of the Best Sauna and Cold Plunge Spots Near Vancouver](https://explore-mag.com/10-of-the-best-sauna-and-cold-plunge-spots-near-vancouver/) - Looking for the best saunas and cold plunges near Vancouver?
- [(Sea) Lions and Whales and Bears, Oh My! An Epic Wildlife Safari on Vancouver Island’s Coast](https://explore-mag.com/sea-lions-and-whales-and-bears-oh-my-an-epic-wildlife-safari-on-vancouver-islands-coast/) - I feel at one with nature, basking beneath the sunshine, lucky to adventure in these incredible landscapes, near these wild creatures.
- [Campfires Are Already Banned All Summer](https://explore-mag.com/campfires-are-already-banned-all-summer/) - Campfires are banned in the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island, BC starting today until the end of October
- [My Review of the Trek Top Fuel 9.8: One Bike, Every Trail](https://explore-mag.com/my-review-of-the-trek-top-fuel-9-8-one-bike-every-trail/) - My search for an all-in-one bike was seeming fruitless, until I came across the Trek Top Fuel 9.8.
- [Priced Out of the Wild: How BC Parks’ New Fees Are Reshaping Summer Camping](https://explore-mag.com/priced-out-of-the-wild-how-bc-parks-new-fees-are-reshaping-summer-camping/) - Despite these misgivings, the new fees don’t appear to be driving down summer campground reservations at BC Parks.
- [The Truth About Experiencing a Canadian Summer as a Third Culture Adult](https://explore-mag.com/the-truth-about-experiencing-a-canadian-summer-as-a-third-culture-adult/) - As a third culture adult—British, Indian and Canadian—I’ve come to realize that summer here isn’t something I inherited.
- [The Best Place for Spring Adventures on Vancouver Island](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-place-for-spring-adventures-on-vancouver-island/) - Visit Port Hardy for the best outdoor adventures before the summer crowds arrive.
- [An Epic, Meaningful Nature-Based RV Trip in a Place You Wouldn't Expect](https://explore-mag.com/an-epic-meaningful-nature-based-rv-trip-in-a-place-you-wouldnt-expect/) - Life is too short for ordinary days. Live More Floridays: slow down, reconnect with nature and experience more meaningful moments.
- [The Happy Camper: Some Robins Forced Me to Get a New Canoe](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-some-robins-forced-me-to-get-a-new-canoe/) - All is well in what I am now calling our backyard The Zoo That Never Was, after naturalists R.D. Lawerence’s famous book.
- [We Spoke to an Outdoor Expert—And Found New Hampshire](https://explore-mag.com/we-spoke-to-an-outdoor-expert-and-found-new-hampshire/) - Within New Hampshire, visitors revel in a wonderland of mountains, forest, lakes and seacoast...
- [The Happy Camper: What Happens in the BWCA Doesn’t Stay There—Quetico Pays the Price](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-what-happens-in-the-bwca-doesnt-stay-there-quetico-pays-the-price/) - The leader of our lovely neighbour to the south, upstream, just signed the rights to pollute Canada’s iconic wilderness provincial park.
- [This 7-Day Haida Gwaii Campervan Trip Felt Like Another World](https://explore-mag.com/this-7-day-haida-gwaii-campervan-trip-felt-like-another-world/) - Fly direct from Vancouver, rent a campervan and immerse yourself.
- [The Happy Camper: The Canoe Film Everyone’s Arguing About Right Now](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-the-canoe-film-everyones-arguing-about-right-now/) - Maybe Bill Mason’s film-making style died with him, and could never, should never, be duplicated.
- [Nova Scotia Lifts Hiking Ban as Wildfire Season Returns](https://explore-mag.com/nova-scotia-lifts-hiking-ban-as-wildfire-season-returns/) - With warmer-than-average temperature forecasts for the summer, that could mean another summer of dangerous fire conditions.
- [When the Outdoors Doesn’t Feel Like It’s For You](https://explore-mag.com/when-the-outdoors-doesnt-feel-like-its-for-you/) - A lack of confidence in outdoor settings is not about how you look or how well you do activities.
- [Jennifer Malloy—The Healing Nature of Adventure, Writing and Facing Your Fears](https://explore-mag.com/jennifer-malloy-the-healing-nature-of-adventure-writing-and-facing-your-fears/) - Jennifer is a teacher, a writer and an outdoor enthusiast living in Alberta.
- [The Way of the Wolf: Fat, Fast and Feral—A Recipe for a Successful Epic Canoe Expedition](https://explore-mag.com/the-way-of-the-wolf-fat-fast-and-feral-a-recipe-for-a-successful-epic-canoe-expedition/) - In following the mantra of being ‘fat, fast, and feral,’ your dreams of completing an Epic canoe journey through the Arctic will become reality.
- [6 Surprisingly Easy Ways to Care for the Planet (That Benefit You, Too)](https://explore-mag.com/6-surprisingly-easy-ways-to-care-for-the-planet-that-benefit-you-too/) - Make small changes that lighten your carbon footprint and make your life a little easier.
- [Planning for Wildfire Season Is Now Essential Across Canada](https://explore-mag.com/planning-for-wildfire-season-is-now-essential-across-canada/) - Smolders explained that it starts with trip planning and research, looking at both weather and conditions, as well as changes to the landscape.
- [MEC’s 2 Kilo Project Redefines What You Really Need in the Backcountry](https://explore-mag.com/mecs-2-kilo-project-redefines-what-you-really-need-in-the-backcountry/) - With its new 2 Kilo Project, MEC brings you the Charlie 32L UL Pack, its lightest and most functional pack yet.
- [The Happy Camper: Whisky Fireside Chat with Explore Magazine Editor and Publisher David Webb](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-whisky-fireside-chat-with-explore-magazine-editor-and-publisher-david-webb/) - Dave has been an outdoor writer ever since he could scribe his thoughts down with paper and crayon.
- [13 Canadian Outdoor Meccas by Explore Magazine Editor and Wilderness Junkie David Webb](https://explore-mag.com/13-canadian-outdoor-meccas-by-explore-magazine-editor-and-wilderness-junkie-david-webb/) - Last week was an exciting one for the Explore Live the Adventure Club gearbox subscriber community. Why?
- [The Happy Camper: You’re More Likely to Get the Itch from Poison Ivy Now, Before the Spring Leaves Emerge](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-youre-more-likely-to-get-the-itch-from-poison-ivy-now-before-the-spring-leaves-emerge/) - The scariest part of poison ivy oil is that it can linger on your clothing and boots for years.
- [Adventure-Forward Aging: Keeping Adventure Alive As You Age](https://explore-mag.com/adventure-forward-aging-keeping-adventure-alive-as-you-age/) - I talked to adventurers in their 60s and 70s who are keeping the spirit alive at an age when many are dialling down their risk and challenge quotient.
- [The Happy Camper: Ontario Parks Are Now “Party Parks” With the Announcement of Alcohol Allowed Almost Everywhere](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-ontario-parks-are-now-party-parks-with-the-announcement-of-alcohol-allowed-almost-everywhere/) - So having a beer on a park beach is prioritized, not protecting wild scenic areas.
- [Why Adventurous Girls’ Trips Are the New Bonding Weekend](https://explore-mag.com/why-adventurous-girls-trips-are-the-new-bonding-weekend/) - Adventure creates a container for connection. You’re present. You’re engaged. Sometimes teamwork is involved.
- [10 Unique Ways to Camp in Canada: From Classic Tents to Cozy Glamping Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/10-unique-ways-to-camp-in-canada-from-classic-tents-to-cozy-glamping-adventures/) - I’ve rounded up 10 ways to spend the night in the Great Outdoors and get back to nature in Canada this summer.
- [Sylvia Dekker—Freelance Writing, Adventure Passions & a Life Outdoors](https://explore-mag.com/sylvia-dekker-freelancing-writing-adventure-passions-a-life-outdoors/) - Sylvia's been writing for Explore for about five years—with features in both print and online.
- [Halifax’s Wellness Expo Is Back for Your Ultimate Spring Reset](https://explore-mag.com/halifaxs-wellness-expo-is-back-for-your-ultimate-spring-reset/) - The Halifax Health and Wellness Show is all about softening your transition into a healthier, better you.
- [Dave Norona—How to Live Your Best Life (Outdoors!)](https://explore-mag.com/dave-norona-how-to-live-your-best-life-outdoors/) -  Can you believe we have done 40 of these podcasts? To celebrate today, my guest is the inspiring Dave Norona out of Squamish, British Columbia. explore podcast
- [Jeff Mycock—The Future of Our Forests](https://explore-mag.com/jeff-mycock-the-future-of-our-forests/) - Forestry—what do you think when you hear the word? Maybe it conjures up logging and clearcuts. explore podcast
- [Chris Mahony—Let's Get Into An RV!](https://explore-mag.com/chris-mahony-lets-get-into-an-rv/) - As Canadians, we have a big country to explore. How do you do it? Fly place to place? Stay local? Road trip to a hotel? explore podcast
- [We Love You, Tumbler Ridge](https://explore-mag.com/we-love-you-tumbler-ridge/) - A love letter to a beautiful outdoorsy BC destination that suffered a horrendous tragedy.
- [The Happy Camper: Algonquin Just Closed Two Doors on Campers](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-algonquin-just-closed-two-doors-on-campers/) - Ontario Parks announced the permanent closure of Algonquin Park's Lake of Two Rivers Campground office and Lake Opeongo Access Point office.
- [British Columbia's 18 Sleeping Volcanoes](https://explore-mag.com/british_columbias_18_sleeping_volcanoes/) - Located on the legendary Pacific Ring of Fire, British Columbia sits at the convergence of the Cascadia subduction zone. Measuring 1,000 kilometres in length, it stretches from Vancouver Island all the way down to northern California.
- [16 Bungee Jumps in the United States](https://explore-mag.com/17_highest_bungee_jumps_in_the_united_states/) - While bungee jumping may have been invented in New Zealand, the United States is home to more than a few prime bungee jumping spots where adrenaline junkies can really get their heart pumping.
- [20 of the Best Hikes near Vancouver, British Columbia](https://explore-mag.com/20-of-the-best-hiking-trails-near-vancouver/) - These 20 hiking trails near Vancouver, BC, lead up expansive mountains, to stunning waterfalls and end in panoramic city views. Updated for 2023!
- [35 of Canada’s Longest Hiking Trails](https://explore-mag.com/35_of_canadas_longest_hiking_trails/) - To celebrate Explore’s 35th anniversary, we’re compiling “Top 35” lists of amazing outdoor adventures all year long. Up now: 35 of Canada’s LONGEST hiking trails!
- [The Happy Camper: Mona Gauthier’s Amazing Solo Canoe Journey](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-mona-gauthiers-amazing-solo-canoe-journey/) - Mona paddled and portaged the entire length to “change the paradigm.”
- [Vancouver Island’s Best Kept Secret](https://explore-mag.com/vancouver-islands-best-kept-secret/) - Telegraph Cove is widely known as the whale watching capital of British Columbia, and for good reason.
- [15 of the Best Hot Springs Across Canada](https://explore-mag.com/15-of-the-best-hot-springs-across-canada/) - From the iconic pools of the Rockies to remote geothermal terraces in the Northwest Territories, here are 15 of the best hot springs across Canada.
- [Find Your Own Path in Greater Vernon, the Official Trail Capital of BC](https://explore-mag.com/find-your-own-path-in-greater-vernon-the-official-trail-capital-of-bc/) - Hike, bike and more in the Official Trail Capital of BC
- [The Happy Camper: Has Spring Sprung? Here are Some Signs in Nature to Find Out](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-has-spring-sprung-here-are-some-signs-in-nature-to-find-out/) - I prefer to head out in the woods and keep an eye out for “true” signs of spring.
- [Why Spring Is Golden’s Most Adventurous Season](https://explore-mag.com/why-spring-is-goldens-most-adventurous-season/) - If summer in Golden is about altitude and winter is about powder, spring belongs entirely to water.
- [Frank Wolf—Let's Talk About Epic Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/frank-wolf-lets-talk-about-epic-adventures/) - explore podcast
- [Cultures Combine and Adventures Abound in This Unassuming Texas Town](https://explore-mag.com/cultures-combine-and-adventures-abound-in-this-unassuming-texas-town/) - Laredo offers warmth without overwhelming crowds, culture without pretence and outdoor activity without pressure.
- [The World’s Longest Recreational Trail is in Canada—Here’s How to Explore it](https://explore-mag.com/the-worlds-longest-recreational-trail-is-in-canada-heres-how-to-explore-it/) - The Trans Canada Trail stretches nearly 30,000 kilometres, earning the title of the world’s longest recreational multi-use trail network.
- [Best RV Mattresses in Canada 2026](https://explore-mag.com/best-rv-mattresses-in-canada-2026/) - There’s a kind of deep, satisfying exhaustion that only comes after spending a full day at the lake. It is the good kind. The sun has dipped behind the trees, the dock is quiet and the only thing left to do is crawl into bed and let the hum of crickets take over. If your
- [The Happy Camper: Politics Be Damned, My Portage-Free Canoe Routes Talk Is Now Online](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-politics-be-damned-my-portage-free-canoe-routes-talk-is-now-online/) - Now, here’s your chance to sketch it all out in the comfort of your own home.
- [Paddlers Beware: New Parks Canada Rules Restrict Paddling on Rivers and Lakes in the Rockies](https://explore-mag.com/paddlers-beware-new-parks-canada-rules-restrict-paddling-on-rivers-and-lakes-in-the-rockies/) - Paddlers are worried about how these restrictions in the rockies will impact outdoor recreation.
- [The Happy Camper: Northern Scavenger’s New Three Hour (YouTube) Film Is EPIC!](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-northern-scavengers-new-three-hour-youtube-film-is-epic/) - Have you also noticed, however, that the few that kept up their passion of filming and sharing their time outdoors are doing it bigger than ever before?
- [Spring in Fernie, BC is Synonymous with Adventure](https://explore-mag.com/spring-in-fernie-bc-is-synonymous-with-adventure/) - In Fernie, BC, spring is a special season. At lower elevations you’ll find clear trails, a surging river and sunny downtown patios that beckon you to explore and unwind in an unpretentious mountain town that’s well-worth discovering. Here’s how to make the most of the beautiful shoulder season in Fernie. Ride the Wild Waters of
- [I Never Thought I'd Become a Trail Runner. Here's What Changed My Mind](https://explore-mag.com/i-never-thought-id-become-a-trail-runner-heres-what-changed-my-mind/) - Before trail running entered my life, I was the hiker who watched trail runners from afar with awe.
- [The Happy Camper: My New Experience at the Vancouver Outdoor Adventure Show](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-my-new-experience-at-the-vancouver-outdoor-adventure-show/) - It's also so refreshing to meet an unknown group of wilderness lovers and share their joy of another amazing wild place in this incredible country.
- [Molly Kool: The First Woman to Become a Sea Captain](https://explore-mag.com/molly-kool-the-first-woman-to-become-a-sea-captain/) - Reflecting on Captain Kool’s trailblazing spirit on International Women’s Day.
- [Skiing With Kids: Your Survival Guide](https://explore-mag.com/skiing-with-kids-your-survival-guide/) - Taking kids skiing or snowboarding is the ultimate expression of parental patience.
- [My First Time Skiing in Nearly 20 Years](https://explore-mag.com/my-first-time-skiing-in-nearly-20-years/) - I couldn't tell you why I stopped going, but 2008 was the last time I skied. And since then, there has been a little piece of my heart missing.
- [This One Mistake Always Reveals a New Hiker](https://explore-mag.com/this-one-mistake-always-reveals-a-new-hiker/) - Hikers around me move differently, barely breaking a sweat and pushing on like it’s a walk in the park for them.
- [The Beginner Mistake That Experienced Hikers Spot Instantly](https://explore-mag.com/the-beginner-mistake-that-experienced-hikers-spot-instantly/) - Experienced hikers don't just know how to hike the trail, they also know how to arrive.
- [Spring 2026 Gear Guide: Versatile Gear for Both Runners and Hikers](https://explore-mag.com/spring-2026-gear-guide-versatile-gear-for-both-runners-and-hikers/) - Whether you call it fast hiking or hike-run, the point is the same: to cover more distance in less time. Enter these run-hike hybrids.
- [The Happy Camper: My Merch is Helping Send Kids in Need to Camp!](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-explorewear-x-the-happy-camper-first-merch-sale-numbers-are-in/) - Looks like a lot of youth from Camp Outlook are going on a canoe trip this season.
- [15 Ideas for the Best Spring Dates for Outdoors Lovers](https://explore-mag.com/15-ideas-for-the-best-spring-dates-for-outdoors-lovers/) - This spring, get out there and enjoy the awakening world with your special someone with these 15 date ideas.
- [The Happy Camper: Southeastern Ontario’s Hidden Gems for Spring Birding](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-southeastern-ontarios-hidden-gems-for-spring-birding/) - Here are few hidden gems in Ontario for birding without the crowds.
- [How to Be an Adventurous Ally: Supporting LGBTQIA+ Folks in the Outdoors](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-be-an-adventurous-ally-supporting-lgbtqia-folks-in-the-outdoors/) - Here's how to be a great ally to the LGBTQIA+ community in the outdoors, and five places that celebrate inclusivity.
- [An Epic Ice Climbing Adventure in Sault Ste Marie, Ontario](https://explore-mag.com/an-epic-ice-climbing-adventure-in-sault-ste-marie-ontario/) - Ice climbing around Sault Ste. Marie is defined by scale, variety and access.
- [Chasing Winter Magic along the Alaska Highway, from the Yukon to Alberta](https://explore-mag.com/chasing-winter-magic-along-the-alaska-highway-from-the-yukon-to-alberta/) - Tucked away in a dense spruce forest, it feels like I’ve stumbled upon a hidden nature gem.
- [The Happy Camper: Camping Reservation Chaos Continues In Ontario Parks](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-camping-reservation-chaos-continues-in-ontario-parks/) - Now you know why you’ll see a quarter to even half the campsites empty even though the park will tell you everything is totally booked.
- [Skip the Sleeping Bag: Why a Hotcore Ultralight Down Quilt is the Best Choice for Your Next Overnight Hike](https://explore-mag.com/skip-the-sleeping-bag-why-a-hotcore-ultralight-down-quilt-is-the-best-choice-for-your-next-overnight-hike/) - This smart gear item eliminates that ineffective, unnecessary bottom layer of sleeping bags.
- [The Happy Camper: Hamilton’s Adventure Expo Film Festival](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-hamiltons-adventure-expo-film-festival/) - This year’s Hamilton Adventure Expo had a special addition for its second annual event
- [The Best Outdoorsy Dates for You and Your Valentine](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-outdoorsy-dates-for-you-and-your-valentine/) - From easy to difficult, these date ideas will take you into the outdoors you adore—with the one you love beside you.
- [Take the Path Less Travelled with World Expeditions](https://explore-mag.com/take-the-path-less-travelled-with-world-expeditions/) - Uncrowded hiking trails and authentic experiences are a dream for outdoor adventure travellers. But how do you find them?
- [15 Ideas for the Best Winter Dates for Outdoor Lovers](https://explore-mag.com/15-ideas-for-the-best-winter-dates-for-outdoor-lovers/) - These 15 winter date ideas will help you fall for each other all over again—against a snowy backdrop.
- [The Happy Camper: Hey U.S.! I May Be Old and Replaceable, but I Am Certainly Not Stupid or Weak](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-hey-u-s-i-may-be-old-and-replaceable-but-i-am-certainly-not-stupid-or-weak/) - Some bully on social media mocked me for my decision to not present at any U.S. outdoor shows this year.
- [The Lake Monster of Manitoba: A Personal Encounter with Manipogo](https://explore-mag.com/the-lake-monster-of-manitoba-a-personal-encounter-with-manipogo/) - Scotland has the Loch Ness Monster. British Columbia has Ogopogo. And Manitoba has Manipogo!
- [Why Scandinavians Love Winter (and How Canadians Can Too)](https://explore-mag.com/what-scandinavians-can-teach-canadians-about-embracing-winter/) - This is how my journey to find ways to un-cocoon myself and begin embracing the winter months started.
- [Road Trip the Stunning Cariboo Chilcotin Coast in British Columbia](https://explore-mag.com/road-trip-the-stunning-cariboo-chilcotin-coast-in-british-columbia/) - As the snow starts to melt, the vast open spaces of BC’s Cariboo Chilcotin Coast come alive. From guest ranches and wildlife encounters to vibrant local communities and Indigenous experiences, a road trip through this wild frontier offers the ultimate springtime escape. Whether you’re looking for active adventure or serene solitude, craft your own custom
- [10 of the Best Outdoor Adventure Summer Camps across Canada](https://explore-mag.com/10-of-the-best-outdoor-adventure-summer-camps-across-canada/) - Although summer is several weeks away, now is the time to be thinking about summer camps.
- [Crokicurl: Canada’s New Winter Sport Blending Curling and Crokinole](https://explore-mag.com/crokicurl-canadas-new-winter-sport-blending-curling-and-crokinole/) - This is crokicurl, a mashup of two sports for the most Canadian winter fun I’ve had in a long time.
- [10 Sunken Treasures in Canada: What Lies Beneath the Waves](https://explore-mag.com/10-sunken-treasures-in-canada-what-lies-beneath-the-waves/) - Underwater treasures take many forms in Canadian waters.
- [America's Best Nordic Spas](https://explore-mag.com/9-of-the-best-nordic-style-saunas-in-the-u-s/) - The Coolest Way to Warm Up This Winter
- [An Outdoor Mystery: The Wild Woman of the Woods](https://explore-mag.com/an-outdoor-mystery-the-wild-woman-of-the-woods/) - The most consistent trait, however, is her appetite for humans, especially children.
- [BC Parks Announces First Camping Fee Increase in 10 Years, With Additional Charges for Non-BC Residents](https://explore-mag.com/bc-parks-announces-first-camping-fee-increase-in-10-years-with-additional-charges-for-non-bc-residents/) - This is the first significant camping fee change in more than a decade. It includes a new non-BC-resident camping surcharge.
- [The Happy Camper: Can You Teach Canoeing to People Who Love Motorboats?](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-can-you-teach-canoeing-to-people-who-love-motorboats/) - Image paddling a canoe on some massive indoor lake at some major boat show in Toronto.
- [The Happy Camper: Two New Stoves for Your Next Winter Camping Trip](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-two-new-stoves-for-your-next-winter-camping-trip/) - I discovered that a Canadian manufacturer—Esker—just released two similar portable winter tent stoves.
- [Swap 11 High-Fee U.S. Parks for These Free Canadian Parks](https://explore-mag.com/swap-11-high-fee-u-s-parks-for-these-free-canadian-parks/) - Explore put together a guide that breaks down Canadian alternatives to America’s most iconic national parks.
- [Roundup: The Best Winter Gear For 2025](https://explore-mag.com/roundup-the-best-winter-gear-for-2025/) - Here are 10 new, exciting and essential gear items for winter 2025, tested and reviewed by the explore team.
- [8 of the Best Outdoor Adventures in Moab and the Heber Valley, Utah](https://explore-mag.com/8-of-the-best-outdoor-adventures-in-moab-and-the-heber-valley-utah/) - From Moab’s towering arches and dinosaur tracks to Midway’s ski slopes, hot springs and Nordic trails, Utah delivers big, unforgettable winter adventures for families ready to explore together.
- [North America’s Ultimate Nordic Skiing Playground](https://explore-mag.com/north-americas-ultimate-nordic-skiing-playground/) - This is world-class Nordic skiing where vast, pristine trails meet the rare convenience of being minutes from an urban centre.
- [The Happy Camper: Canada Ends Quetico’s Remote Area Border Crossing Permit](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-canada-ends-queticos-remote-area-border-crossing-permit/) - The Canadian government has terminated the traditional Remote Area Border Crossing Permit (RABC).
- [This Is Winter Camping—At the Only Ice Hotel in the Americas](https://explore-mag.com/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.
- [Nature’s Hidden World in Winter](https://explore-mag.com/natures-hidden-world-in-winter/) - If you know where to look, you’ll begin to see winter is an active, vibrant and quietly complex season.
- [Living on the Edge: Coexisting with Bears in Northern Ontario](https://explore-mag.com/living-on-the-edge-coexisting-with-bears-in-northern-ontario/) - I taught my kids how to tie their shoes, ride bicycles and to check for bears and signs of wildlife as they headed to the bus stop.
- [An Adventurer’s Guide to Winter Along BC’s Southern Highway](https://explore-mag.com/an-adventurers-guide-to-winter-along-bcs-southern-highway/) - Stop to bike, snowshoe and Nordic ski along BC’s southern highway.
- [The Happy Camper: Three Great Films You Might Have Missed in 2025](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-three-great-films-you-might-have-missed-in-2025/) - I simply rewatched a few of my favourite outdoorsy films of 2025.
- [Northbound & Solo: Paddling 575 Kilometres of Wild Water in the Northwest Territories](https://explore-mag.com/northbound-solo-paddling-575-kilometres-of-wild-water-in-the-northwest-territories/) - True mental clarity and peace come from within, not from a location.
- [The Best Outdoorsy Winter Adventures in New Brunswick](https://explore-mag.com/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.
- [Opinion: How to Enjoy the Outdoors Even in Cold Weather](https://explore-mag.com/opinion-how-to-enjoy-the-outdoors-even-in-cold-weather/) - Maintaining enthusiasm isn’t easy for everyone once the temperatures really dip.
- [Winter is the Ultimate Time for Wellness and Romance at Pacific Sands Beach Resort in Tofino](https://explore-mag.com/winter-is-the-ultimate-time-for-wellness-and-romance-at-pacific-sands-beach-resort-in-tofino/) - February is for love. Celebrate yours with an adventure at Pacific Sands Resort in Tofino.
- [Get Out There in the Cold with These Micro Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/get-out-there-in-the-cold-with-these-micro-adventures/) - Here are nine micro-quests to try out when the thermometer plummets.
- [The Happy Camper: My Worst of Worst of Worst Canoe Trips](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-my-worst-of-worst-of-worst-canoe-trips/) - But Andy added a twist, one that would eat away at my anxiety issues beyond imagination.
- [Adventure Canoeing: Solo on Kesagami](https://explore-mag.com/adventure_canoeing_solo_on_kesagami/) - A solo canoe trip on Ontario's Kesagami River is filled with misadventure—and a surprise ending (or not so surprising?)
- [This Hidden Gem Is the Perfect Hike for Larch Season in the Canadian Rockies](https://explore-mag.com/this-hidden-gem-is-the-perfect-hike-for-larch-season-in-the-canadian-rockies/) - Fall is larch season in the Canadian Rockies, and many hikers scramble to capture photos of the stunning golden trees alongside the trail. Read about a hidden gem to find larches in Kananaskis Country.
- [10 British Columbia Ghost Towns Forgotten By Time](https://explore-mag.com/10_british_columbia_ghost_towns_forgotten_by_time/) - With a pioneering past, British Columbia's boom towns and busts have left us with more than a few abandoned ghost towns.
- [23 Beautiful Places to Enjoy the Water around Vancouver](https://explore-mag.com/17-beautiful-places-to-enjoy-the-water-around-vancouver/) - Escape the heat with the best bodies of water around Vancouver.
- [Sold My House and Quit My Job: Time for More Outdoor Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/sold-my-house-and-quit-my-job-time-for-more-outdoor-adventures/) - After selling his house and leaving his job, The Happy Camper looks back on fond memories of his "house on the hill" and ahead to all the outdoor adventures that lie around the bend.
- [Requiem for Daniel Trask](https://explore-mag.com/requiem-for-daniel-trask/) - After three-and-a-half years of searching, the mysterious case of a missing man in northern Ontario—Daniel Trask—is finally solved.
- [The story behind a missing man](https://explore-mag.com/the-story-behind-a-missing-man/) - Like others before him, Daniel Trask fell in love with Northern Ontario's Temagami wilderness. And last fall, he vanished into it, leaving behind little more than a mystery
- [Book Review and Interview with Author Caroline Van Hemert: The Sun is a Compass  (The Way of the Wolf)](https://explore-mag.com/the-sun-is-a-compass-book-review-and-interview-with-author-caroline-van-hemert-the-way-of-the-wolf/) - Join Frank Wolf as he gets to know author and explorer Caroline Van Hemert
- [The Way of the Wolf: An Interview with the Living Legend Hap Wilson](https://explore-mag.com/the-way-of-the-wolf-an-interview-with-the-living-legend-hap-wilson/) - Frank Wolf interviews a prolific explorer Hap Wilson to talk about art, environmentalism and canoeing.
- [The Ski Bum Life Never Left: Insider Edition of Golden, BC](https://explore-mag.com/the-ski-bum-life-never-left-insider-edition-of-golden-bc/) - Experience The Height of 90s Ski Bum Life Today in This BC Town.
- [This Is The Ultimate Winter Destination for Multi-Sport Adventure](https://explore-mag.com/this-is-the-ultimate-winter-destination-for-multi-sport-adventure/) - Hike, ski, repeat in Utah.
- [10 Incredible Natural Ice Skating Locations in Alberta and BC](https://explore-mag.com/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.
- [Winter Trail Running Gear: What You Need To Go the Distance](https://explore-mag.com/winter-trail-running-gear-what-you-need-to-go-the-distance/) - These winter trail running essentials will keep you warm, comfortable and moving while the snow falls.
- [Roundup: The Best Summer Camping Gear](https://explore-mag.com/roundup-the-best-summer-camping-gear/) - From clothing to sleeping pads, this gear guide will outfit you with the things you need for a successful and enjoyable front-country or backcountry camping trip this summer.
- [Editor Picks: 5 Outdoor Essentials That Made My Summer Great](https://explore-mag.com/editor-picks-5-outdoor-essentials-that-made-my-summer-great/) - Good days need great gear. And these five outdoor essentials, hand-picked by explore editor David Webb, made all the dog days really, really good.
- [The Best Yoga Mats for Outdoor Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-yoga-mats-for-outdoor-adventures/) - Here are a few yoga mats you should try for your outdoor practices:
- [So, You Want to Go Winter Camping...](https://explore-mag.com/so-you-want-to-go-winter-camping/) - Want to explore a new adventure this winter? Try winter camping! Here's a guide to winter camping for beginners, from front-country campsites and the appropriate gear.
- [I Was Followed By a Bear While Hiking. Here's the Mistake I Made](https://explore-mag.com/how-a-simple-mistake-got-me-followed-by-a-bear/) - The bear taught me the wilderness is never ours to control.
- [I Trekked a Wonderful Hike in Patagonia and This is the Best Gear for It](https://explore-mag.com/i-trekked-a-wonderful-hike-in-patagonia-and-this-is-the-best-gear-for-it/) - The days to come promised panoramic views, international camaraderie, steep peaks, lush valleys and about 3,500 metres of total elevation gain.
- [Review: Trangia alcohol stove](https://explore-mag.com/trangia-alcohol-stove-review/) - Kevin reviews the Trangia—an alcohol burning stove—and shows how to light it in -10 degrees Celsius
- [I Just Encountered a Bear in the City, and I Have a Lot of Feelings](https://explore-mag.com/i-just-encountered-a-bear-in-the-city-and-i-have-a-lot-of-feelings/) - The first thing I noticed was a large furry body coming right towards me. The next thing I saw was the claws.
- [25 Incredible Ontario Canoe Routes You Need to Paddle](https://explore-mag.com/25-incredible-ontario-canoe-routes-you-need-to-paddle/) - Is there anything more relaxing than paddling a scenic river or lake in Ontario? Updated for 2021.
- ['Greenwood': an interview with author Michael Christie and a review of his new novel](https://explore-mag.com/greenwood-an-interview-with-author-michael-christie-and-a-review-of-his-new-novel/) - Frank Wolf shares his book review of Greenwood and conversation with author Michael Christie
- [How to Use Bear Spray: Practice Test](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-use-bear-spray-practice-test/) - There are certain things you can do to avoid a bear attack, stay safe when you see a bear and get to safety after an encounter. One of the most important elements is knowing how to use the bear spray you carry with you.
- [Thru-Hiking The Sunshine Coast Trail in Beautiful BC](https://explore-mag.com/thru-hiking-the-sunshine-coast-trail-in-beautiful-bc/) - Old-growth forests, rugged mountains and coastal shorelines characterize the 180-kilometre Sunshine Coast Trail—one of Canada's best-kept secrets.
- [Is Cani-Hiking Your New Outdoor Resolution?](https://explore-mag.com/is-cani-hiking-your-new-outdoor-resolution/) - Often described as “dog sledding on foot,” cani-hiking (or cani-marche) pairs hikers with high-energy Nordic sled dogs who live to pull.
- [A Huge, New Exciting Step for the Brand Cotopaxi](https://explore-mag.com/a-huge-new-exciting-step-for-the-brand-cotopaxi/) - Cotopaxi’s arrival in Canada marks a new chapter for purpose-driven gear.
- [10 Epic Winter Experiences for Canadians](https://explore-mag.com/10-epic-winter-experiences-for-canadians/) - From northern lights to ice canoes, here are 10 true Canadian winter adventures.
- [The Happy Camper: My First Year Being a Full-Time Canadian Outdoor Writer](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-my-first-year-being-a-full-time-canadian-outdoor-writer/) - Never stop believing in your dreams… just say’n.
- [Outdoorsy Gear Guide for Fall 2024](https://explore-mag.com/outdoorsy-gear-guide-for-fall-2024/) - Looking for the best new hiking, camping, cycling and adventure gear this autumn?
- [The Best 2024 Holiday Gift Guide for Nature Lovers](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-2024-holiday-gift-guide-for-nature-lovers/) - Keep your bank account happy and your adventure partner even happier with these smart and sensible buys!
- [10 Cool Uses for Your Nalgene Bottle on the Trail or in the Tent](https://explore-mag.com/10-cool-uses-for-your-nalgene-bottle-on-the-trail-or-in-the-tent/) - Your favourite water bottle can be used for more than just hydration.
- [Price of Entry: The Cost of Adventure](https://explore-mag.com/price-of-entry-gatekeeping-inclusive-expensive/) - There are many ways that people are deterred from enjoying the outdoors. The high cost of adventure gear is only one factor—feeling like you belong is the true bottom-line.
- [Campground Review: Pointe-du-Moulin Offers Spectacular Whalewatching Opportunities](https://explore-mag.com/campground-review-pointe-du-moulin-offers-spectacular-whalewatching-opportunities/) - Pointe-du-Moulin campground is gorgeous, especially if you snatch any of the waterfront sites. The park also offers a perfect getaway from technology and spectacular whale watching opportunities.
- [A Brief Account of the Remarkable Torngat Mountains: Wilderness and Wonder](https://explore-mag.com/a-brief-account-of-the-remarkable-torngat-mountains-wilderness-and-wonder/) - Over two weeks, we cruised southern and western Newfoundland, southern and eastern Labrador and then feasted on the Torngats for four days straight.
- [The Happy Camper: A Tour of Amherst Island's Trails](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-a-tour-of-amherst-islands-trails/) - What attracts most tourists and naturalists is Amherst Island's diverse bird life, especially in the winter.
- [The Happy Camper: An Amazing Canoe Trip on the Georgian Bay’s Bustard Islands](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-an-amazing-canoe-trip-on-the-georgian-bays-bustard-islands/) - The Happy Camper embarks on a canoe trip to Ontario's unique Bustard Islands.
- [Finding My Edge: Pushing Boundaries at Whistler Blackcomb’s Elite Ski Academy](https://explore-mag.com/finding-my-edge-pushing-boundaries-at-whistler-blackcombs-elite-ski-academy/) - tanding at the top of something steep enough to make a mountain goat pause? That's all mental.
- [How To Stay Safe From a Thunderstorm When Camping](https://explore-mag.com/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.
- [Cycling Alberta to BC: Yes, this is how I Choose to Vacation](https://explore-mag.com/cycling-alberta-to-bc-yes-this-is-how-i-choose-to-vacation/) - This is what cycling 1,100 kilometres across British Columbia is like, detours included.
- [Avalanche Awareness: Everything You Need to Know for Safe Winter Adventures in Canada](https://explore-mag.com/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.
- [Unpopular Opinion: Black Bears Aren't Out to Get You](https://explore-mag.com/unpopular-opinion-black-bears-arent-out-to-get-you/) - Here I was, facing down a bear, its muscles rippling as it walked, its proximity triggering a primeval fear in me that was building toward panic.
- [Opinion: The Canada Strong Pass is a Dumb Idea](https://explore-mag.com/opinion-the-canada-strong-pass-is-a-dumb-idea/) - Free Parks Canada admission is back. That’s not a good thing, argues Ryan Stuart.
- [Your 2026 Horoscope: Astrology Resolutions for a Wilder, Wiser Year](https://explore-mag.com/your-2026-horoscope-astrology-resolutions-for-a-wilder-wiser-year/) - If you’re making New Years resolutions, start here—with the best outdoor adventure for your Zodiac sign.
- [Canmore Beyond the Tourist Traps: A Local’s Take on Alberta’s Paradise](https://explore-mag.com/canmore-beyond-the-tourist-traps-a-locals-take-on-albertas-paradise/) - This is Canmore: Alberta’s adventure paradise, as experienced by the people who live, work and play here.
- [The Happy Camper: My Camping Dog Has Become a Diva](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-my-camping-dog-has-become-a-diva/) - I needed some cash for Angel’s addiction to liver treats, so we took the gig.
- [Winter Gear Guide 2025: 13 Best Gear Items for a Season Full of Adventure](https://explore-mag.com/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.
- [The Happy Camper: “Freezing Woman” Event Draws Hundreds of Women to Winter Camp Together in Algonquin Park](https://explore-mag.com/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.
- [Fall Gear Guide: The Best Adventure Items for Autumn 2025](https://explore-mag.com/fall-gear-guide-the-best-adventure-items-for-autumn-2025/) - These 13 gear items will make your autumn adventures a breeze—you’ll be fall-ing for them in no time.
- [The Happy Camper: Recreational Barrel Works' New Heritage Series Gear for 2024](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-recreational-barrel-works-new-heritage-series-gear-for-2024/) - The Canadian company Recreational Barrel Works is off to an amazing start for 2024. They've released over half a dozen new products for the year. One of the most unique selections is titled The Heritage Series. It includes a line of traditional portage/canoe packs and a wanigan harness–all with a...
- [5 (Very Real) Health Benefits of Sleeping in a Tent](https://explore-mag.com/5-health-benefits-of-sleeping-in-a-tent-its-science/) - Pitching a tent has scientific, peer-review health benefits. Don't believe me? Start reading!
- [The Happy Camper: My Top, Most Useful Gear Picks of 2024 for Canoeists](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-my-top-most-useful-gear-picks-of-2024-for-canoeists/) - It’s also time to reflect on the paddling season and decide on which new gear were my favourite pieces.
- [The Happy Camper: Well-Tested Gear In 2025](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-well-tested-gear-in-2025/) - Here my top five gadgets and gizmos that I’d definitely haul out for paddling season 2026.
- [6 Epic Things You Can Pack in MEC’s New Massive Tote](https://explore-mag.com/6-epic-things-you-can-pack-in-mecs-new-massive-tote/) - MEC's new tote is your new adventure bestie (I know it's mine).
- [10 Underrated Items That Will Upgrade Your Camping Trips](https://explore-mag.com/10-underrated-items-that-will-upgrade-your-camping-trips/) - You probably aren’t taking these 10 dope things camping, but you should be.
- [Thru-Hiking Ontario's Bruce Trail: A 900-km Adventure with My Dad](https://explore-mag.com/thru-hiking-ontarios-bruce-trail-a-900-km-adventure-with-my-dad/) - We were halfway through our E2E when we reached a turning point in our relationship. The next 450 kilometres were dedicated to setting aside our differences, making memories and appreciating each moment as it came.
- [Photos in Bold: On the Road to Self ](https://explore-mag.com/photos-in-bold-on-the-road-to-self/) - Travelling across the Americas, each day showed us unfamiliar landscapes. But amid the uncertainties, a yearning for home, would creep in as I gazed out of my window.
- [Sky Pilot Awaits: Your Next Summit Challenge in Squamish, BC](https://explore-mag.com/sky-pilot-awaits-your-next-summit-challenge-in-squamish-bc/) - Are you ready to conquer a real mountain?
- [Teaching My Dad How to Camp](https://explore-mag.com/teaching-my-dad-how-to-camp/) - While many men pass on the love of camping to their sons, I introduced my dad to camping.
- [The Happy Camper: Good Luck Trying to Volunteer for Outdoor Youth Programs Now](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-good-luck-trying-to-volunteer-for-outdoor-youth-programs-now/) - I think Lord Baden Powell, the founder of the Scouts, would be abashed.
- [In the Graveyard of the Pacific: Surfrider’s Beach Clean Under the Lighthouse](https://explore-mag.com/in-the-graveyard-of-the-pacific-surfriders-beach-clean-under-the-lighthouse/) - As we clean the beach, I meditate on this critical point: beach cleanups are not a means to an end.
- [The Best Card and Board Games to Play While Camping](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-card-and-board-games-to-play-while-camping/) - I’ve compiled some of my favourite classic games and a few you might not have heard of to play while camping.
- [The Numbers Man: David Jones](https://explore-mag.com/the-numbers-man-david-jones/) - A profile of B.C. climber David Jones. His name may not ring a bell, but if you've climbed in B.C., chances are you're following in his footsteps. Find out more about The Numbers Man.
- [Dear Nova: I'm 50 Years Old and Going on My First Backcountry Hiking Trip — Help!](https://explore-mag.com/dear-nova-im-50-years-old-and-nervous-about-my-first-backcountry-hiking-trip-help/) - I can easily hike 10 kilometres, but I've never carried such a big backpack so long before.
- [Canada's 40 Best Birding Destinations](https://explore-mag.com/canadas-40-best-birding-destinations/) - Here are some of Canada’s best birding destinations, from coast to coast to coast. 462 species have been recorded here. You can watch birds of prey soaring in the skies, seabirds diving into the oceans, songbirds flitting about the forests or waterbirds swimming and splashing in our many lakes and wetlands.
- [Chasing 10 of the Best Frozen Waterfalls Across Canada](https://explore-mag.com/chasing-10-of-the-best-frozen-waterfalls-across-canada/) - In winter, they offer an especially mesmerizing interplay between raw power and tranquility.
- [5 Canadian Winter Retreats Made for a Digital Detox](https://explore-mag.com/5-canadian-winter-retreats-made-for-a-digital-detox/) - Hibernate for the season in these cuddle-worthy cabins—disconnecting from Wi-Fi.
- [The YETI Hondo Beach Chair Will Make Your Summer Better](https://explore-mag.com/the-yeti-hondo-beach-chair-will-make-your-summer-better/) - YETI has thoughtfully crafted a chair that is worthy of hours of your time.
- [Opinion: It’s Not Camping if You’re Not in a Tent](https://explore-mag.com/opinion-its-not-camping-if-youre-not-in-a-tent/) - When I think about why I go camping—to feel small, to feel a lack of control, to feel a connection—I can’t imagine doing it without a tent to crawl into.
- [Two Unlikely Runners: Columbia Konos Featherweight vs. KEEN Seek Trail Runners](https://explore-mag.com/two-unlikely-runners-columbia-konos-featherweight-vs-keen-seek-trail-runners/) - Today, we’re testing two contenders from brands you may not immediately associate with running shoes: the Columbia Konos Featherweight and the KEEN Seek.
- [The Happy Camper: I Found a Tick Embedded in My Under Luggage. Yuck!](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-i-found-a-tick-embedded-in-my-under-luggage-yuck/) - I can handle my fair share of blackflies and mosquitoes. But the thought of a tick burrowing its head into your flesh just freaks me out!
- [Tourist Town Locals: What's It Like to Live Year-Round in Waterton, Banff and Jasper?](https://explore-mag.com/tourist-town-locals-whats-it-like-to-live-year-round-in-waterton-banff-and-jasper/) - Who hasn’t been on vacation and thought, “Wow! I would love to live here!” But what’s it really like? I spent one full year working and living in Waterton Lakes National Park, which gave me a small taste of what local life in a tourist town can be like. Waterton is...
- [The Happy Camper: How to Choose the Right Canoe](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-choosing-the-right-canoe-for-you/) - Kevin Callan guides you to your perfect canoe
- [The Happy Camper: Are Birdwatchers Loving Birds to Death?](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-are-birdwatchers-loving-birds-to-death/) - More people out their gawking at birds equals more attention towards the protection of them and their habitat.
- [The Best Outdoor Gifts for Every Adventure Lover](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-outdoor-gifts-for-every-adventure-lover/) - Durable gear lasts, new memories linger and more adventures together are the real gifts.
- [Adventure in Style: Stay on a Floating Luxury Eco-Lodge in Haida Gwaii](https://explore-mag.com/adventure-in-style-stay-on-a-floating-luxury-eco-lodge-in-haida-gwaii/) - Total bliss. That's my main thought as I sit on the upper deck of the floating lodge, letting the sunshine warm my legs after a kayak and a dip in the salty waves in front of me. In the lounge to my right, guests sip cognac, read books and play card games. Behind me is the
- [Holiday Gift Guide: 10 Great Gear Presents for Hikers & Campers](https://explore-mag.com/holiday-gift-guide-10-great-gear-presents-for-hikers-campers/) - Christmas is just around the corner and you might be thinking of what to get the hiker and camper in your life.
- [Ice Canoeing in Quebec City: A Challenge of Physical, Mental and Emotional Resilience](https://explore-mag.com/ice-canoeing-in-quebec-city-a-challenge-of-physical-mental-and-emotional-resilience/) - This spectacular paddling experience takes place in Quebec City during the depths of winter.
- [The Islands of Tahiti: Where Canadians Can Have Amazing Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/the-islands-of-tahiti-where-canadians-can-have-amazing-adventures/) - Spread across five archipelagos, French Polynesia has around 118 islands, with adventures that are just as vast and varied.
- [10 Stocking Stuffer Gift Ideas for Adventure Lovers](https://explore-mag.com/10-stocking-stuffer-gift-ideas-for-adventure-lovers/) - Think of these 10 small-but-mighty picks as invitations to explore more and embrace every wild moment.
- [Black Friday: 25 Adventure Essentials to Snap Up Now](https://explore-mag.com/black-friday-25-adventure-essentials-to-snap-up-now/) - Black Friday 2025 deals that you need to snag now for your next adventure!
- [News: Visiting US Parks Will Cost Up to $290 More for Canadians](https://explore-mag.com/news-visiting-us-parks-will-cost-up-to-290-more-for-canadians/) - The new national park pricing regime will more than triple the cost of park passes for Canadians and other non-US residents.
- [8 Great Outdoorsy Winter Activities for Families in Ontario](https://explore-mag.com/8-great-outdoorsy-winter-activities-for-families/) - Given all the physical and mental health benefits of spending time outside in all seasons, my family and I are opening up to the Great Outdoors.
- [Fall in Love with Nicaragua’s Adventures and Nature](https://explore-mag.com/fall-in-love-with-nicaraguas-adventures-and-nature/) - Known as the "Land of Lakes and Volcanoes," Nicaragua offers the perfect blend of stunning landscapes, wellness getaways and unforgettable adventures.
- [From the Arctic to Everyday, the New SOREL Horizon Collection Delivers What Adventurers Want](https://explore-mag.com/from-the-arctic-to-everyday-the-new-sorel-horizon-collection-delivers-what-adventurers-want/) - Performance, heritage, versatility and quality come together in this new collection by SOREL.
- [Winter 2025 Gear Guide: Hottest Trends for the Coolest Gear](https://explore-mag.com/gear-guide/) - Whether you’re gearing up or gifting out, make sure it’s on trend this winter with these 19 pieces.
- [Why You Should Never Donate These 5 Outdoor Gear Items](https://explore-mag.com/why-you-should-never-donate-these-5-outdoor-gear-items/) - When it comes to life-saving equipment, the rule is simple: upcycle or retire it responsibly. When it comes to outdoor gear, safety is paramount.
- [The Happy Camper: Saying No To the US Shows in 2026](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-saying-no-to-the-us-shows-in-2026/) - Simply put, it’s not worth the money, the risk and the emotions.
- [The Happy Camper: The Maitland Tower is Where History Meets Nature for a Better Future](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-the-maitland-tower-is-where-history-meets-nature-for-a-better-future/) - Yes, the tower is cool; an historical centrepiece that witnessed entrepreneurship, war, rebellions, tariffs and bootlegging.
- [The Happy Camper: Craig MacDonald’s Work Is Truth and Reconciliation Put into Practice](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-craig-macdonalds-work-is-truth-and-reconciliation-put-into-practice/) - By doing so, he sparked “truth and reconciliation” decades before it became a common term and desire for us Canadians.
- [BLUETTI’s Elite 30 V2 Powers Easy, Breezy Mornings and Fun Lake Days](https://explore-mag.com/bluettis-elite-30-v2-powers-easy-breezy-mornings-and-fun-lake-days/) - Meet your new camping and outdoor cooking bestie.
- [How Can You Help Fight Wildfires and Build a Better Future?](https://explore-mag.com/how-can-you-help-fight-wildfires-and-build-a-better-future/) - How can forestry help reduce wildfires and make housing more affordable?
- [Thunder Bay Adventures: Play Hard and Reward Yourself in Ontario](https://explore-mag.com/thunder-bay-adventures-play-hard-and-reward-yourself-in-ontario/) - We’ve paired unique adventures with the best ways to unwind afterwards in Thunder Bay, Ontario.
- [It’s Easier to Adventure in the Yukon Than You Think](https://explore-mag.com/its-easier-to-adventure-in-the-yukon-than-you-think/) - The Yukon is closer than you think.
- [Step Into Wellness at the Halifax Health & Wellness Show](https://explore-mag.com/step-into-wellness-at-the-halifax-health-wellness-show/) - Whether you’re a seasoned wellness enthusiast or just starting to explore new ways to feel your best, there’s something here for everyone.
- [Embrace the Elements: Why Fall is the Best Time to Visit Vancouver Island North](https://explore-mag.com/embrace-the-elements-why-fall-is-the-best-time-to-visit-vancouver-island-north/) - To experience Vancouver Island North in fall is to witness abundance in every sense.
- [The Layer You’ll Never Regret Packing—Woolove Merino Wool Gear Test and Review](https://explore-mag.com/the-layer-youll-never-regret-packing-woolove-merino-wool-gear-test-and-review/) - Here’s how Woolove layers proved their worth in the unpredictable Canadian Rockies.
- [Epic Autumn Adventures: 3 Ways to Fall in Love with Fernie, BC](https://explore-mag.com/epic-autumn-adventures-3-ways-to-fall-in-love-with-fernie-bc/) - Bike, hike and fish your way through Fernie, BC this fall.
- [Gear Test and Review: Northern Sun Takes on the Yukon](https://explore-mag.com/gear-test-and-review-northern-sun-takes-on-the-yukon/) - We review Northern Sun’s gear in the best Canadian testing ground: the Yukon.
- [This Stunning Region in Ontario Offers Adventures for Everyone](https://explore-mag.com/this-stunning-region-in-ontario-offers-adventures-for-everyone/) - Algoma is a beautiful area, and that beauty really intensifies when the colours explode into fall foliage
- [Welcome to the Cat and Heli-skiing Capital of the World](https://explore-mag.com/welcome-to-the-cat-and-heli-skiing-capital-of-the-world/) - Discover your powder-perfect dream ski day in Nelson Kootenay Lake, BC.
- [Glamping Under the Stars with the BLUETTI Elite 100 V2 Portable Power Station](https://explore-mag.com/glamping-under-the-stars-with-the-bluetti-elite-100-v2-portable-power-station/) - Don’t miss BLUETTI’s Fall Prime Day sale on power stations from Oct 7th to 10th!
- [Gear Test and Review: Mustang Survival Hudson CCS Drysuit](https://explore-mag.com/gear-test-and-review-mustang-survival-hudson-ccs-drysuit/) - Testing the best clothing for bad weather paddling
- [The Price of Paradise: How Volunteers Are Keeping BC’s Parks Alive](https://explore-mag.com/the-price-of-paradise-how-volunteers-are-keeping-bcs-parks-alive/) - The system has expanded exponentially, but funding hasn’t kept pace.
- [Superior Country: Ontario's Best Kept Secret](https://explore-mag.com/superior-country-ontarios-best-kept-secret/) - Superior County pulled me in fast with granite cliffs, an endless lake and the promise of five days in the wild.
- [Step Into a Fairytale Winter Wonderland in Quebec City and Charlevoix](https://explore-mag.com/step-into-a-fairytale-winter-wonderland-in-quebec-city-and-charlevoix/) - La belle province reignited my love for Canadian winter.
- [Fall is Cowichan's Secret Season](https://explore-mag.com/fall-is-cowichans-secret-season/) - Fall in Cowichan is where golden hills, harvest feasts and cozy adventures meet.
- [Packtalk Outdoor Makes Every Adventure Better](https://explore-mag.com/packtalk-outdoor-makes-every-adventure-better/) - With Packtalk Outdoor, there’s no shouting over the wind or fumbling with phones—just seamless conversation.
- [Storm Watching at Pacific Sands Beach Resort in Tofino, BC](https://explore-mag.com/storm-watching-at-pacific-sands-beach-resort-in-tofino-bc/) - Here's your perfect storm watching package for an unforgettable BC adventure.
- [The Best Winter Adventures on Ontario’s North Shore](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-winter-adventures-on-ontarios-north-shore/) - Ontario’s North Shore isn’t your typical winter destination. Away from southern Ontario’s lively resorts and popular trails, this stretch along Lake Superior offers a mix of rugged wilderness, frozen waterways and quiet trails that invite exploration. Whether you’re chasing adrenaline or looking to disconnect in a snowy landscape, the region delivers winter adventures that few
- [There's Snow Place in Winter Like Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario](https://explore-mag.com/theres-snow-place-in-winter-like-sault-ste-marie-ontario/) - Welcome to Ontario’s Ultimate Winter Playground.
- [You Need Baffin’s New Terrain Collection for Multi-Season Hiking](https://explore-mag.com/you-need-baffins-new-terrain-collection-for-multi-season-hiking/) - Baffin’s new Terrain Collection is built for multi-season hiking.
- [How the Mountains Carried Me Through My Miscarriage](https://explore-mag.com/how-the-mountains-carried-me-through-my-miscarriage/) - The mountains once again give me space to breathe, to feel small and to start over.
- [How Indigenous Teachings Transformed My Time on Vancouver Island](https://explore-mag.com/how-indigenous-teachings-transformed-my-time-in-vancouver-island/) - Presence isn’t something you choose to do once, it’s a feeling you return to again and again.
- [Cyclists: Escape to Arizona](https://explore-mag.com/cyclists_escape_to_arizona/) - Canadian winters are tough; it's no wonder why every year snowbirds fly south to Arizona to escape the cold. Here is a list of Arizona's best cycling routes:
- [Every February, a Tiny New Brunswick Town Puts on a World Class Hockey Event](https://explore-mag.com/every-february-a-tiny-new-brunswick-town-puts-on-a-world-class-hockey-event/) - The World Pond Hockey Championship is so warm-heartedly Canadian that it could melt the ice the game is played on.
- [The Happy Camper: Gear Up with My New Merchandise!](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-gear-up-with-my-new-merchandise/) - We now bring you a curated line of apparel and accessories designed to inspire your next outdoor adventure.
- [Ski Forecast: The Best Mountains for Fresh Powder](https://explore-mag.com/ski-forecast-the-best-mountains-for-fresh-powder/) - Where should you think about visiting this winter? Here are some ideas.
- [How the Great Outdoors Connects Me to My Heritage](https://explore-mag.com/how-the-great-outdoors-connect-me-to-my-heritage/) - Every step I take on a mountain trail or through a forest is more than an adventure. It’s about memory, spirituality and striving to connect to my ancestry.
- [Sit Skiing and the Spirit of the Invictus Games](https://explore-mag.com/sit-skiing-and-the-spirit-of-the-invictus-games/) - The Invictus Games aren’t just about winning medals. It’s a shared journey of recovery through sport where participants compete against themselves.
- [10 Powerful Canadian Charities that Support the Outdoors and Adventure](https://explore-mag.com/10-powerful-canadian-charities-that-support-the-outdoors-and-adventure/) - It's time to think about what charities you might want to donate to to support Canada's outdoors.
- [Steps of Gratitude: The Path My Mother Showed Me](https://explore-mag.com/steps-of-gratitude-the-path-my-mother-showed-me/) - An outdoor adventure leads to the realization that Mother’s Day is every day.
- [Film Review of Trailblazing: The Matt Hadley Story](https://explore-mag.com/film-review-of-trailblazing-the-matt-hadley-story/) - This powerful and inspiring Canadian film celebrates an Alberta trailblazer.
- [Get Outside and Celebrate: Canada’s Best Pride-Themed Outdoor Events](https://explore-mag.com/get-outside-and-celebrate-canadas-best-pride-themed-outdoor-events/) - It's time to celebrate Pride month this June with these epic outdoorsy events in Canada.
- [Lessons from My Father's Love of the Outdoors](https://explore-mag.com/lessons-from-my-fathers-love-of-the-outdoors/) - He worked hard for many years and still does so that we could go out there and adventure whenever we wanted to.
- [Why National Indigenous Peoples Day Matters](https://explore-mag.com/why-national-indigenous-peoples-day-matters/) - June 21 is a great day to learn about and connect with Indigenous communities near you.
- [The Happy Camper: You’re Never Too Old to Start Canoe Tripping](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-youre-never-too-old-to-start-canoe-tripping/) - Borys shows us that you're never too old to start canoeing.
- [Book Review—Flow: Women’s Counternarratives from Rivers, Rock, and Sky](https://explore-mag.com/book-review-flow-womens-counternarratives-from-rivers-rock-and-sky/) - Explore the diversity of women’s outdoor sports through narratives that capture empowerment and challenge stereotypes
- [Opinion: Why I Hate Tent Camping—and I'm Never Going Again](https://explore-mag.com/opinion-why-i-hate-tent-camping-and-im-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.
- [Paddling Into the Past: Reflections for National Truth and Reconciliation Day](https://explore-mag.com/paddling-into-the-past-reflections-for-national-truth-and-reconciliation-day/) - Our journey to this sacred Indigenous site follows the Northern Plains Nations who came before me.
- [Gregory Packs Launches Plus Size Collection with Jenny Bruso, Unlikely Hikers](https://explore-mag.com/gregory-packs-launches-plus-size-collection-with-jenny-bruso-unlikely-hikers/) - This launch is a big step towards inclusivity from an industry that typically shows cis, white, straight-sized bodies as inspiration. However, most consumers do not fit this narrow mold of endurance athletes, which creates a gap between representation and who is actually using the products.
- [Go Here: Three Days of Adventure in the White Mountains, New Hampshire](https://explore-mag.com/go-here-three-days-of-adventure-in-the-white-mountains-new-hampshire/) - New Hampshire’s White Mountains offer incredible diversity within proximity. Kayak rapids, summit mountains and cycle single-track all within a two-hour drive. From the lively spring through toasty summer and into the colourful array of fall foliage, this crowd-free adventure destination will satisfy every weekend warrior’s appetite for adventure. Day One: Rafting, Kayaking and Hiking To
- [Skydiving Gone Wrong: What I Learned After Passing Out Mid-Air](https://explore-mag.com/skydiving-gone-wrong-what-i-learned-after-passing-out-mid-air/) - The nearer I got to the ground, the quicker I seemed to be falling.
- [This Podcast is Changing the Narrative About Canada’s Forests](https://explore-mag.com/this-podcast-is-changing-the-narrative-about-canadas-forests/) - What makes Forestry Uncut unique is its commitment to storytelling that goes beyond the headlines.
- [News: Oregon Recognized as the First "Accessibility Verified" State](https://explore-mag.com/news-oregon-recognized-as-the-first-accessibility-verified-state/) - Oregon has become the first US state to earn the “Accessibility Verified” designation from Wheel the World.
- [Opinion: Every Walk Can Be a Hike](https://explore-mag.com/opinion-every-walk-can-be-a-hike/) - When does a walk become a hike? Are they one in the same, or do they have stark differences?
- [The Happy Camper: Charleston’s Blue Mountain Hike and the Search for Rare Pitch Pine](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-charlestons-blue-mountain-hike-and-the-search-for-rare-pitch-pine/) - It was the rare pitch pine species which show themselves as you reach the top of the mount of Blue Mountain.
- [Skip the Scary Scent: Why Fragrance-Free Hikes are Safest](https://explore-mag.com/skip-the-scary-scent-why-fragrance-free-hikes-are-safest/) - While it may seem harmless, your scented products have more of an impact on your hike than you think.
- [The Happy Camper: Trip Planning and the Importance of a Checklist](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-trip-planning-and-the-importance-of-a-checklist/) - Here’s my overall equipment list for a five-day canoe trip I am going on next week with my regular canoe buddies.
- [MEC Becomes Canadian Again with New Ownership Group](https://explore-mag.com/mec-becomes-canadian-again-with-new-ownership-group/) - Mountain Equipment Company (MEC) comes back into Canadian hands with acquisition by a Canadian-led group.
- [Here Is What to Do With Your Expired Bear Spray](https://explore-mag.com/here-is-what-to-do-with-your-expired-bear-spray/) - The thing is that expired bear spray still needs proper attention. Here’s how to handle it.
- [The Happy Camper: Canada’s Deadman’s Curse, Season 3](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-canadas-deadmans-curse-season-3/) - Did they finally find the gold? Is it still a good show to watch?
- [10 Underrated but Still Amazing BC Adventures You Need to Experience](https://explore-mag.com/10-underrated-but-still-amazing-bc-adventures-you-need-to-experience/) - It’s called Beautiful British Columbia for a reason.
- [Tailored Thrills: Can an Adventure Concierge Curate Your Next Wild Escape?](https://explore-mag.com/tailored-thrills-can-an-adventure-concierge-curate-your-next-wild-escape/) - These guides do more than hand out trail maps. They shape adventures around each guest’s interests and abilities.
- [The Book Club That Takes Reading Outside—Even in Winter](https://explore-mag.com/the-book-club-that-takes-reading-outside-even-in-winter/) - For one Ottawa book club, literature and nature go hand in hand, no matter the weather.
- [The Happy Camper: Adam Shoalts’ Hunt for Canada’s Greatest Unknown Explorer](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-adam-shoalts-hunt-for-canadas-greatest-unknown-explorer/) - Adam Shoalts' new book retraces the steps of Canada's missing explorer Hubert Darrell.
- [Jane Goodall Was My Taylor Swift](https://explore-mag.com/jane-goodall-was-my-taylor-swift/) - How idolizing Jane Goodall taught me to embrace the odd, follow my own path and fight to make a difference in the world.
- [10 of the Best Via Ferratas in Canada](https://explore-mag.com/10-of-the-best-via-ferratas-in-canada/) - Climb these metal rungs above waterfalls and mountains for an epic, intense adventure in Canada!
- [Hike to the Site of Canada’s Most Famous Painting](https://explore-mag.com/hike-to-the-site-of-canadas-most-famous-painting/) - Art lovers, outdoor enthusiasts and history students can hike to the very spot where Thomson painted 'The Jack Pine.'
- [Jane Goodall’s Legacy Lives On in the Outdoors](https://explore-mag.com/jane-goodalls-legacy-lives-on-in-the-outdoors/) - Remembering Jane Goodall, her work and the legacy she left behind for outdoor adventurers.
- [The Happy Camper: Ontario Adding and Upgrading Over 1,000 Campsites](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-ontario-adding-and-upgrading-over-1000-campsites/) - Ontario has announced that they are investing nearly $60 million towards adding 300 new campsites and upgrading over 800 existing sites.
- [Dear Nova: I’m Dreaming of Hammocks Under the Stars with an iSUP...](https://explore-mag.com/dear-nova-im-dreaming-of-hammocks-under-the-stars-with-an-isup/) - I want to go hammock camping with my iSUP in Ontario, but where?
- [The Happy Camper: New and Old Hiking Trails of Bonnechere Provincial Park](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-new-and-old-hiking-trails-of-bonnechere-provincial-park/) - The park’s bounty lies in its countless day hikes available.
- [Book Review of Lone Wolf and Exclusive Interview with Author](https://explore-mag.com/book-review-of-lone-wolf-and-exclusive-interview-with-author/) - Weymouth’s writing is sharp and descriptive, bringing the myriads of characters he meets along his trek into three-dimensional life...
- [Thank You For Your Interest!](https://explore-mag.com/thank-you-for-your-interest/) - Thanks for your interest in our new community! We appreciate your curiosity and trust—and we're looking forward to the next steps. We'll fill in more details in October.In the meantime, here are some great resources to get you started on this journey: Dads, Listen Up: Outdoor Adventures Are One of the Greatest Ways to Forge
- [In Search of the Soul of Mountain Biking](https://explore-mag.com/in_search_of_mountain_biking_soul/) - From one side of the Atlantic to the other, Andrew Findlay searches for the soul of mountain biking.
- [Tips for biking steep land](https://explore-mag.com/tips-for-biking-steep-land/) - A professional mountain-biker shares some advice on how to deal with steep parts of the trail.
- [MEC's North Vancouver Bikefest Kicks Off in Early June](https://explore-mag.com/mecs_north_vancouver_bikefest_kicks_off_in_early_june/) - North Vancouver is mountain biking country. Come out and connect with the local community, watch the races and see expert presentations.
- [What to do when you face your fears on an outdoor adventure](https://explore-mag.com/what-to-do-when-you-face-your-fears-on-an-outdoor-adventure/) - Online editor and staff writer Alison faces her fears on two outdoor adventures in California
- [Ultimate Adventure Pairings: Wine, Beer, Hikes and Bikes in Penticton, BC](https://explore-mag.com/ultimate-adventure-pairings-wine-beer-hikes-and-bikes-in-penticton/) - Adventure pairings in Pentiction, BC, include wine, beer, hikes and bikes...
- [How to make bikes and boards more eco-friendly](https://explore-mag.com/green-your-ride/) - Bikes still make an impact on the earth. Learn how to green your ride Sure, sweat-propelled activities are better for the environment than motorized ones, but that doesn't mean that our bikes, surfboards and skis don't have an impact on the earth. Raw materials, fossil fuels and energy go into every...
- [4 New Road Bikes](https://explore-mag.com/4-new-road-bikes/) - Are you looking for a capable road bike for racking up some high-mileage days this summer? Look no further — we've got four great options for Canadian cyclists:
- [The New Bike In Town: Do You Know About Mountain E-Bikes Yet?](https://explore-mag.com/the-new-bike-in-town-do-you-know-about-mountain-e-bikes-yet/) - Let's take a look at the e-bike trend that's swooping into the mountain biking world.
- [Opinion: E-Bikes Will Change the World. This is How:](https://explore-mag.com/opinion-e-bikes-will-change-the-world/) - Electric bikes (e-bikes) are here—and they're going to change our world. This is how it happens:
- [How to Take Breathtaking Photos of Fall Colours](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-take-breathtaking-photos-of-fall-colours/) - Your Instagram page and your living room wall will thank you for the masterpieces!
- [Nova Scotia Wildfires: What You Need to Know About Forest Closures](https://explore-mag.com/nova-scotia-wildfires-what-you-need-to-know-about-forest-closures/) - Nova Scotia has banned all forest-based recreation activities until mid-October to prevent wildfires.
- [12 Great Wildlife Experiences for Fall in Canada](https://explore-mag.com/12-great-wildlife-experiences-for-fall-in-canada/) - As days get shorter and temperatures cooler, you can still experience great wildlife adventures in Canada.
- [Move Over Algonquin: 5 Epic Fall Road Trips in Ontario](https://explore-mag.com/move-over-algonquin-5-epic-fall-road-trips-in-ontario/) - Find some of the best fall colours in Canada on these autumn-inspired Ontario road trips.
- [We Broke the World Record for the World’s Biggest Hike](https://explore-mag.com/we-broke-the-world-record-for-the-worlds-biggest-hike/) - Here’s what this massive hiking record was really like.
- [5 ultimate bike accessories](https://explore-mag.com/bc-bike-race-ultimate-gear-test/) - Credit: Tony Harrison From a seven-day tryout of the latest in mountain-bike clothing and equipment During the first week of July, I put a bunch of mountain-biking gear—and myself—through a gruelling test of endurance, comfort and recovery in the fifth annual BC Bike Race. The seven-day mountain-bike stage race zigzags along B.C.'s southwest coast, hitting
- [Cycling the Fundy Trail Parkway in New Brunswick](https://explore-mag.com/cycling-the-fundy-trail-parkway-in-new-brunswick/) - More than 30 years ago, a visionary by the name of Dr. Mitchell Franklin dreamed of a road along the Bay of Fundy coast from St. Martins to Fundy National Park. In 1995, after years of lobbying on Franklin’s part, construction of the Fundy Trail Parkway began. It continued in phases until last year when
- [Close to Home: Cycling Calgary's 140-km Rotary Mattamy Greenway](https://explore-mag.com/close-to-home-cycling-calgarys-140-km-rotary-mattamy-greenway/) - The Greenway circles Calgary, but using two additional major pathways that intersect the city, we were able to cycle from a central start point and back.
- [What Does Your Trail Name Mean? Plus the Best Next Hike for You!](https://explore-mag.com/what-does-your-trail-name-mean-plus-the-best-next-hike-for-you/) - Complete the quiz in our Fall 2025 print magazine, then figure out what your trail name means!
- [The Happy Camper: Double Blading the Devil’s Chariot](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-double-blading-the-devils-chariot/) - You shouldn’t spend more time complaining about how others propel themselves out there than you do being thankful for reconnecting with wilderness.
- [10 Stocking Stuffers Under $50 for Outdoor Adventurers](https://explore-mag.com/10-stocking-stuffers-under-50-for-outdoor-adventurers/) - Do you have an outdoor adventurer on your Christmas list? Lucky you! We’re a fun bunch to shop for. Here are 10 stocking stuffers under $50: Ski/snowboard season is here! This wax scrapper has multiple scraping sides, notched for edge scraping. Gift some wax for keen skiers and riders. Cost: $11.95 Buy it here For...
- [5 Gear Items You Need for Your Next Mountain Biking Adventure](https://explore-mag.com/5-gear-items-you-need-for-your-next-mountain-biking-adventure/) - Whether you are hitting the dirt trails, the park or the city streets, here are some staple gear items for your next cycling adventure.
- [The Happy Camper: Algonquin Opens a New Trail in Over 20 Years](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-algonquin-opens-a-new-trail-in-over-20-years/) - Algonquin Provincial Park has officially opened the Fork Lake Trail—their newest interpretive trail in over 20 years.
- [How to Camp Safely in Severe Weather](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-camp-safely-in-severe-weather/) - Severe weather events, like tornadoes, don't happen often, but when you're outdoors in the elements, it's prudent to be vigilant.
- [The Best Birdwatching Destinations in Ontario](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-birdwatching-destinations-in-ontario/) - Here are our favourite destinations for seeing the tremendous variety of birds in Ontario with your family.
- [The Happy Camper: A Seasoned Voyageur Crew Heads Back Along Superior](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-a-seasoned-voyageur-crew-heads-back-along-superior/) - The Happy Camper's journey on the north coast of Lake Superior on a voyageur canoe comes to an end.
- [The Happy Camper: Paying Homage to Bill Mason at Lake Superior’s Denison Falls](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-paying-homage-to-bill-mason-at-lake-superiors-denison-falls/) - It wasn’t that I idolized the artist Bill Mason, it was that his red canoe was the catalyst of me going to wild places.
- [California Dreamin’ and Feasting: A Two-Day Oceanside Foodie Adventure](https://explore-mag.com/california-dreamin-and-feasting-a-two-day-oceanside-foodie-adventure/) - A Weekend Trip to Santa Barbara and Ventura.
- [What Does “Explore” Mean to Us?](https://explore-mag.com/what-does-explore-mean-to-us/) - Are you adventurous enough for Explore Magazine?
- [The Bow Glacier Tragedy: Reflecting on the Banff Rockslide](https://explore-mag.com/the-bow-glacier-tragedy-reflecting-on-the-banff-rockslide/) - The recent rockfall in Banff took two lives, leaving us with lessons to learn about safety.
- [The Happy Camper: Escaping to Aiguebelle, Quebec’s Rugged Wonderland](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-escaping-to-aiguebelle-quebecs-rugged-wonderland/) - If you’re looking for solace, views and idyllic vibes, this is the place for you.
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- [The Truth About Being Black in the Outdoors](https://explore-mag.com/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.
- [Walk Through Anne of Green Gables on PEI's Fairytale Woodland Paths](https://explore-mag.com/walk-through-the-world-of-anne-of-green-gables/) - These short nature walks are now known to millions of readers worldwide, thanks to the Anne of Green Gables book series.
- [The Happy Camper: Lake Superior’s Denison Falls by Voyageur Canoe](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-lake-superiors-denison-falls-by-voyageur-canoe/) - Ten paddlers on a Voyageur Canoe paddle Lake Superior's Denison Falls in this thrilling journey.
- [You Need to Experience These Epic Adventures in Oregon](https://explore-mag.com/you-need-to-experience-these-epic-adventures-in-oregon/) - Experience outdoor adventure like never before in Oregon's North Coast.
- [Escape to Whistler: Win the Ultimate $13,000 Summer Adventure for Two](https://explore-mag.com/escape-to-whistler-win-the-ultimate-13000-summer-adventure-for-two/) - Enter to win this epic giveaway to Whistler, BC now!
- [Lynn Canyon's Suspension Bridge is an Easy Hike to This Stunning Natural Pool](https://explore-mag.com/hiking-trail-review-suspension-bridge-to-pipeline-bridge-lynn-canyon-park-vancouver-bc/) - For amazing views minus the strenuous work, this is your hike.
- [There's an Amazing Old-Growth Forest in Newfoundland—That’s Only a Few Inches High](https://explore-mag.com/theres-an-amazing-old-growth-forest-in-newfoundland-thats-only-a-few-inches-high/) - Their indolent growth is a result of the harsh climate and unprotected location on the side of a mountain, but still, they tiptoe upwards.
- [Ancient Cultures Were Better at Sustainability Than We Are. Here's How](https://explore-mag.com/ancient-cultures-were-better-at-sustainability-than-we-are-heres-how/) - In an age increasingly reliant on technology, it’s easy to forget the survival skills that kept our ancestors alive for millennia.
- [The Happy Camper: Reviewing Trangia’s New Micro Cookset](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-reviewing-trangias-new-micro-cookset/) - Trangia’s Micro is the company’s smallest and most compact cookset.
- [The Inca Trail: What They DON'T Tell You Before Hiking to Machu Picchu (Video)](https://explore-mag.com/the-inca-trail-what-they-dont-tell-you-before-hiking-to-machu-picchu-video/) - Is the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu an overrated tourist trap or an epic hike?
- [Charge Up Your Adventures: Meet the New BLUETTI Elite 100 V2](https://explore-mag.com/charge-up-your-adventures-meet-the-new-bluetti-elite-100-v2/) - Power your outdoor adventures with BLUETTI Elite 100 V2.
- [Alberta's 25 Best Hikes](https://explore-mag.com/albertas-25-best-hikes/) - Rocky Mountain alpine - milky lakes - wide open plains - hoodoos and more. Let's all hike in Alberta! Updated for 2021.
- [Urban Adventures: How to Get Close to Nature in Your City’s Wild Spaces](https://explore-mag.com/meeting-nature-in-the-city-exploring-urban-nature/) - Nature is everywhere, so why couldn’t I appreciate it in the city?
- [Deh Cho Solo: My Journey Down the Mighty Mackenzie River](https://explore-mag.com/deh-cho-solo-my-journey-down-the-mighty-mackenzie-river/) - My route will take me from the town of Hay River on Great Slave Lake to the town of Inuvik in the Mackenzie delta.
- [25 of the Best Hikes Near Calgary, Alberta](https://explore-mag.com/25-of-the-best-hikes-near-calgary-alberta/) - Calgary, Alberta is often called the gateway to the mountains—and for good reason.
- [Thousands of Islands, Plenty of Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/thousands-of-islands-plenty-of-adventures/) - Here's how to enjoy outdoor adventures in the 1,000 Islands.
- [The Best Summer Adventures in Canada’s Prairies](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-summer-adventures-in-canadas-prairies/) - The prairies have something to say, if you stop to listen.
- [The Happy Camper: Dan Rubinstein’s New Book](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-dan-rubinsteins-new-book-water-borne-a-1200-mile-paddleboarding-pilgrimage/) - There’s a perfect blend of characters he meets and chats with along the way about how they embrace their “blue space” and how it improves their lives.
- [This Summer, Discover Canada with the Canada Strong Pass](https://explore-mag.com/this-summer-discover-canada-with-the-canada-strong-pass/) - From June 20 to September 2, no physical ticket, registration or purchase is needed to adventure in Parks Canada sites.
- [Jasper Looks Different This Summer. Here's What Visitors Can Expect](https://explore-mag.com/jasper-looks-different-this-summer-heres-what-visitors-can-expect/) - This summer, visitors have the chance to play a meaningful role in supporting that recovery.
- [The Happy Camper: Parks Canada’s “Canada Strong Pass” Debate](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-parks-canadas-canada-strong-pass-debate/) - The Happy Camper discusses debate on the Canada Strong Pass.
- [The Ultimate Outdoor Companion: Vanpackers’ SUV Car-Camping Kit](https://explore-mag.com/the-ultimate-outdoor-companion-vanpackers-suv-car-camping-kit/) - Adventure comfortably without the hassle with Vanpackers.
- [Mustang Survival’s Elite 120 Inflatable PFD Makes Boat Safety Simple](https://explore-mag.com/mustang-survivals-elite-120-inflatable-pfd-makes-boat-safety-simple/) - Be comfortable and safe on your water adventures with Mustang Survival's Elite 120 inflatable PFD.
- [15 Dog-Friendly Trails Near Montreal, Quebec](https://explore-mag.com/15-dog-friendly-trails-near-montreal-quebec/) - Dog-friendly trails and parks near Montreal to explore with your pup.
- [Vicarious Adventure: Solo Canoe Trip on One of Yukon's Wildest Rivers](https://explore-mag.com/vicarious-adventure-solo-canoe-trip-on-one-of-yukons-wildest-rivers/) - A solo canoe trip on the Hess River unveils a Yukon full of legends.
- [Roundup: 15 Best Gear for Summer Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/roundup-15-best-gear-for-summer-adventures/) - From your head to your toes, your back to your brain—we’ve got you covered with the best gear for Summer 2025.
- [Quebec's 21 Best Hikes](https://explore-mag.com/quebecs-21-best-hikes/) - Here are some incredibly scenic trails we can't resist in la belle province.
- [How to Experience Squamish on a Wellness Getaway](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-experience-squamish-on-a-wellness-getaway/) - Here’s how to experience a slow adventure in Squamish.
- [Camp Cooking Doesn’t Have to Suck: Here's How to Improve Your Experience](https://explore-mag.com/camp-cooking-doesnt-have-to-suck-heres-how-to-improve-your-experience/) - In my mind food isn’t just fuel—it’s part of the adventure. The right meal can turn an ordinary trip into something unforgettable.
- [Dads, Listen Up: Outdoor Adventures Are One of the Greatest Ways to Forge a Bond with Your Kids](https://explore-mag.com/dads-listen-up-outdoor-adventures-are-one-of-the-greatest-ways-to-forge-a-bond-with-your-kids/) - It’s experiences like this that have helped me to craft unforgettable memories with my kids over the last 15 years.
- [Looking For a Wild Adventure? You'll Find it in Malaysian Borneo](https://explore-mag.com/looking-for-a-wild-adventure-youll-find-it-in-malaysian-borneo/) - Unparalleled wildlife experiences await in the jungles of Malaysian Borneo.
- [The Happy Camper: LuminAID’s New Trio Modular Light System](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-luminaids-new-trio-modular-light-system/) - The Happy Camper tries LuminAID's new Trio Modular Light System on a camping trip to Mair Lake.
- [I Tried a New Outdoor Hike for My Inner Wellbeing: Mood Walks](https://explore-mag.com/i-tried-a-new-outdoor-hike-for-my-inner-wellbeing-mood-walks/) - This cool program with the funny name brings together community members for gentle walks that prioritize mental health and the restorative powers of nature.
- [Stay Dry on Active Adventures With Columbia’s Latest Gear](https://explore-mag.com/stay-dry-on-active-adventures-with-columbias-latest-gear/) - Experience comfort and protection with Columbia's latest gear.
- [This Pennsylvania Playground Is Your Next Great Escape](https://explore-mag.com/this-pennsylvania-playground-is-your-next-great-escape/) - Crawford County has a little something for everyone: “diverse amenities, endless possibilities.”
- [The Happy Camper: Where Have Our Wilderness Values Gone?](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-where-have-our-wilderness-values-gone/) - Coming from some weather-beaten canoeist who just soaked his soul in silence for a week, maybe some of our leaders need to do the same.
- [How Canadian Adventurers Can Take the Wheel—Before They Even Start the Engine](https://explore-mag.com/how-canadian-adventurers-can-take-the-wheel-before-they-even-start-the-engine/) - Optimize your road trip before even pulling out of the driveway with Quaker State.
- [Why Explore Magazine is Committed to Continuing in Print](https://explore-mag.com/why-explore-magazine-will-never-go-fully-digital/) - Print still matters in an age of scrolling. Our iconic Canadian magazine continues to inspire adventure—on paper and beyond.
- [How Outdoor Adventure Can Deepen the Bond With Your Dog](https://explore-mag.com/how-outdoor-adventure-can-deepen-the-bond-with-your-dog/) - Bond and connect with your furry friend with Dogpacking.com as your go-to guide.
- [Neon to Nature: The Best Outdoor Adventures in Nevada](https://explore-mag.com/neon-to-nature-the-best-outdoor-adventures-in-nevada/) - Nevada is the road trip capital of the United States.
- [The Epic Mountain Biking Culture is Transforming Vancouver Island](https://explore-mag.com/the-epic-mountain-biking-culture-is-transforming-vancouver-island/) - Mountain bike in Vancouver Island, BC to experience the thrill of the trails and a thriving community.
- [Hudson's Bay Stores Have Closed, But You Can Discover its History on This 80-km Trail](https://explore-mag.com/hudsons-bay-stores-have-closed-discover-their-history-on-this-80-km-trail/) - Following the closure of Hudson's Bay stores, experience their history by hiking the HBC Heritage Trail.
- [Explore the Natural Wonders of Gaspésie: Québec’s Playground for Outdoor Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/explore-the-natural-wonders-of-gaspesie-quebecs-playground-for-outdoor-adventures/) - Visit the maritime regions of Québec for unparalleled outdoor experiences.
- [Two Decades of Running Later, Here is What Matters to Me Now](https://explore-mag.com/two-decades-of-running-later-here-is-what-matters-to-me-now/) - If running has taught me one thing, that’s physical gratitude. My body is strong above all else, and I trust it to take me where I love to be.
- [Manitoba’s Spring of Smoke, Smoulder and Strength](https://explore-mag.com/manitobas-spring-of-smoke-smoulder-and-strength/) - As the skies clear and embers cool, this spring won’t be only remembered for loss alone. Like the land, Manitoba’s people know how to begin again.
- [Ontario's 25 Best Hikes](https://explore-mag.com/ontarios-25-best-hikes/) - Ontario is a huge province traced with many trails, but we've managed to shortlist 25 of our favourite hikes. Updated for 2022.
- [Storm Watching in Canada: Your Next Great Adventure](https://explore-mag.com/storm-watching-in-canada-your-next-great-adventure/) - His descriptions about the beauty of a storm-filled sky and that delicate balance between nature’s fragility and strength reminded me of why I go camping.
- [How ZOLEO Keeps My Family Safe in the Backcountry](https://explore-mag.com/how-zoleo-keeps-my-family-safe-in-the-backcountry/) - For a peace of mind on your outdoor adventures, you count on the Zoleo SOS Device to keep you safe.
- [10 of the Best Ways to Live the Adventure This Autumn in Seattle, Washington](https://explore-mag.com/10-of-the-best-ways-to-live-the-adventure-this-autumn-in-seattle-washington/) - With its rare yellow larch trees and abundance of apple orchards, autumn is arguably the best month to explore your backyard in Seattle. Whether you want a secluded overnight adventure or a nostalgic day trip, here are 10 ways to embrace sweater season near the Emerald City. Stay at a Cozy Cabin in
- [Go Beyond the Beach and Explore BC’s Amazing Wetlands This Summer](https://explore-mag.com/go-beyond-the-beach-and-explore-bcs-amazing-wetlands-this-summer/) - BC’s wetlands offer a surprisingly immersive and ecologically rich escape for those willing to slow down and listen.
- [World Bee Day: How Buzzing Bugs Help the Environment We Love to Explore](https://explore-mag.com/world-bee-day-how-buzzing-bugs-help-the-environment-we-love-to-explore/) - Learn about the role pollinators play in keeping people and the planet healthy in time for World Bee Day.
- [The Happy Camper: Maps By Jeff Releases New Killarney & French River Maps](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-maps-by-jeff-releases-new-killarney-french-river-maps/) - The renowned Ontario based map maker Jeff McMurtry has just released three new/updated maps to his series for paddlers.
- [10 Best Hikes in the Fernie Area](https://explore-mag.com/10-best-hikes-in-the-fernie-area/) - The hardest part is choosing which beautiful views you want to catch along the way!
- [Discover Dinosaurs and Starry Skies on an Adventure in this Unique Wilderness](https://explore-mag.com/discover-dinosaurs-and-starry-skies-on-an-adventure-in-this-unique-wilderness/) - For history buffs and adventurers alike, Utah's Carbon County is a perfect combination of history and views.
- [Head-to-Toe Essentials for the Best Cool-Weather Hiking](https://explore-mag.com/head-to-toe-essentials-for-the-best-cool-weather-hiking/) - Fall is just around the corner. That means no bugs, less crowds and cooler temperatures. Stay warm and dry on all your chilly hiking excursions with these essentials.
- [Why Capitol Reef Country is the Ultimate Outdoor Escape](https://explore-mag.com/why-capitol-reef-country-is-the-ultimate-outdoor-escape/) - Capitol Reef Country is a place where outdoor adventure is boundless.
- [Opinion: I Want You to Get Outside... Just Go Somewhere Else](https://explore-mag.com/opinion-i-want-you-to-get-outside-just-go-somewhere-else/) - Personally, having an alpine lake to ourselves feels like finding one last hideaway M&M in trail mix.
- [Why HomeExchange Is the Key to Affordable Outdoor Escapes](https://explore-mag.com/why-homeexchange-is-the-key-to-affordable-outdoor-escapes/) - HomeExchange opens the door to affordable outdoor adventures across Canada.
- [How to Adventure After Kids: A Mother's Journey to Reclaiming the Outdoors ](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-adventure-after-kids-a-mothers-journey-to-reclaiming-the-outdoors/) - This mother of four boys learns how to venture into the Great Outdoors solo.
- [This Women-Owned Travel Company Curates Adventures as Unique as You Are](https://explore-mag.com/this-women-owned-travel-company-curates-adventures-as-unique-as-you-are/) - Get ready to embark on an exciting journey to “Land’s End… to Finisterra.”
- [Return of the One-Piece: Why You Need Helly Hansen's Ullr Powder Suit in Your Life Today](https://explore-mag.com/return-of-the-one-piece-why-you-need-helly-hansens-ullr-powder-suit-in-your-life-today/) - Ah, the powder suit. That iconic one-piece ubiquitous on ski slopes during the 1980s… A neon-hued onesie that traces its roots to the early 1960s, when Italian designer Emilio Pucci unveiled his eye-popping ultra-mod stretchies. From there, it changed with the times, appropriating trends and styles as the decades moved onward. Rightly, this is what you’re
- [A Mother’s Day Love Letter to Adventure](https://explore-mag.com/a-mothers-day-love-letter-to-adventure/) - Raising a child in the wilds of Nova Scotia, one salty, windswept, snack-packed adventure at a time.
- [Giveaway: Win a Relaxing Stay at Pacific Sands Beach Resort in Tofino, BC](https://explore-mag.com/giveaway-win-a-relaxing-stay-at-pacific-sands-beach-resort-in-tofino-bc/) - You can win a rejuvenating weekend here for yourself.
- [Why Getting Outdoors Feels So Good: 5 Benefits Adventure Has on Mental Health](https://explore-mag.com/why-getting-outdoors-feels-so-good-5-benefits-adventure-has-on-mental-health/) - Nature is a universal tonic, with studies reporting al fresco benefits including decreased tension, anxiety and depression.
- [Kamloops is the Perfect Place for DIY Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/kamloops-is-the-perfect-place-for-diy-adventures/) - Experience the freedom of adventure exactly how you want it in Kamloops, BC
- [Adventure Without the Crowds: Why Spring is the Best Time to Explore Ucluelet, BC](https://explore-mag.com/adventure-without-the-crowds-why-spring-is-the-best-time-to-explore-ucluelet-bc/) - Don’t stay home in the city—escape to the coast. Ucluelet is waiting for you.
- [Red Rocks, Canyons, Cycling and More in Cedar City](https://explore-mag.com/red-rocks-canyons-cycling-and-more-in-cedar-city/) - Cedar City is a haven for the arts that’s also in close proximity to world-class nature, offering something for everyone.
- [Small Town, Big Adventures: Your Guide to Kanab](https://explore-mag.com/small-town-big-adventures-your-guide-to-kanab/) - Kanab is the perfect launchpad for exploring some of the American Southwest’s most iconic landscapes
- [5 Wonderful Ontario Parks for Your 2025 Camping Vacation](https://explore-mag.com/5-wonderful-ontario-parks-for-your-2025-camping-vacation/) - You can start booking your favourite Ontario campsites now and beat the rush.
- [Axe in Hand: Book Review and Interview with Author Nicole Coenen](https://explore-mag.com/book-review-axe-in-hand-by-nicole-coenen/) - This new outdoorsy handbook by Canadian content creator Nicole Coenen will have you sharpening your skills.
- [The Best Canadian-Owned Snacks to Power Your Journey](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-canadian-owned-snacks-to-power-your-journey/) - These Canadian brands offer nutrient-dense, lightweight snacks that are easy to carry and perfect for fuelling your journey.
- [Podcasts](https://explore-mag.com/category/podcast/)
- [The Happy Camper: My New Children’s Book, A Spark of Courage](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-my-new-childrens-book-a-spark-of-courage/) - We need wilderness to help fix our ever-growing issues with mental and physical health.
- [St. Ignace, Michigan: A Unique Escape for Adventure Seekers ](https://explore-mag.com/st-ignace-michigan-a-unique-escape-for-adventure-seekers/) - St. Ignace provides a unique multi-day experience that will have you wondering why you hadn’t crossed the border sooner.
- [Happy Earth Day: Hope is a Series of Small Acts](https://explore-mag.com/hope-is-a-series-of-small-acts/) - On this Earth Day, inspire hope by making environmentally-conscious choices, whether big or small.
- [The Happy Camper: Transglobal Car Expedition Approaches the Finish Line](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-transglobal-car-expedition-approaches-the-finish-line/) - The Transglobal Car Expedition, a 17-month, 50,000 kilometre plus circumnavigation of the planet, is coming close to the finish line.
- [The Best Eats, Stays and Adventures in Logan, Utah](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-eats-stays-and-adventures-in-logan-utah/) - Enjoy delicious food, history lessons and live performances in “Utah’s Heart of the Arts.”
- [Testing Columbia’s New OutDry Extreme (ODX) Waterproof Technology](https://explore-mag.com/testing-columbias-new-outdry-extreme-odx-waterproof-technology/) - Columbia’s newest matte OutDry Extreme (ODX) waterproof, breathable fabrication is designed to keep you dry and comfortable on the trail and on the water.
- [Plan Your Summer Outdoor Adventure in the Comox Valley Now](https://explore-mag.com/plan-your-summer-outdoor-adventure-in-the-comox-valley-now/) - Searching for a summer adventure in Canada? Nowhere best showcases this season like Vancouver Island.
- [How an Eclipse Retreat in New Brunswick Renewed My Love for the Cosmos](https://explore-mag.com/how-an-eclipse-retreat-in-new-brunswick-renewed-my-love-for-the-cosmos/) - Browsing photos from the morning, I realized I had witnessed celestial magic: a sunrise so vivid it felt like the sky itself was celebrating.
- [The Happy Camper: James Raffan is an “Accidental Canadian”](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-james-raffan-is-an-accidental-canadian/) - It was light-hearted yet thought-provoking, and it gave the audience laughter, joy, tears and an unprecedented sense of Canadian pride.
- [Hiking with Hay Fever: How to Enjoy Spring Adventures with Allergies](https://explore-mag.com/hiking-with-hay-fever-how-to-enjoy-spring-adventures-with-allergies/) - Seasonal allergies can make hiking, camping and paddling feel miserable, but with the right strategies, they don’t have to.
- [Outdoor Adventures and Unique Experiences in Salt Lake City](https://explore-mag.com/outdoor-adventures-and-unique-experiences-in-salt-lake-city/) - Salt Lake City, Utah, defies expectations with unique adventures and cool experiences.
- [The Best Springtime Adventures in Golden, BC](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-springtime-adventures-in-golden-bc/) - Golden, BC offers the best epic springtime adventures in the Rockies.
- [Pedals, Peaks and Pints in BC's Epic Nelson Kootenay Lake Region](https://explore-mag.com/pedals-peaks-and-pints-in-bcs-epic-nelson-kootenay-lake-region/) - Bike, hike and unwind in BC's epic Nelson Kootenay Lake Region
- [Why Utah is One of the Best States for Outdoor Adventure](https://explore-mag.com/why-utah-is-one-of-the-best-states-for-outdoor-adventure/) - Utah’s diverse landscape beckons the explorer within all of us.
- [Want to Get Your Kids Outside on more Outdoor Adventures?](https://explore-mag.com/want-to-get-your-kids-outside-on-more-adventures-3/) - Put down the iPads and iPhones and challenge your family to adventure
- [Ebb and Flow: Amazing Photography of Mountain Biking in Squamish, BC](https://explore-mag.com/ebb-and-flow-amazing-photography-of-mountain-biking-in-squamish-bc/) - When things don’t go as planned while mountain biking, make a plan out of the unplanned.
- [The Happy Camper: Best Tips on Spring Gear Maintenance](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-best-tips-on-spring-gear-maintenance/) - It’s time to do a few gear repairs before the lake ice melts and the first black flies begin to emerge.
- [Multigenerational Adventure: An Amazing Family Hike in Fernie, BC](https://explore-mag.com/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.
- [Madeira: Europe’s Most Beautiful Off-the-Beaten Path Adventure Island](https://explore-mag.com/madeira-europes-leading-island-destination/) - It’s no surprise that Madeira has been crowned Europe’s Leading Island Destination by the World Travel Awards 2024.
- [The Best Mountain Biking Trails in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-mountain-biking-trails-in-sault-ste-marie-ontario/) - Whether you’re seeking flowy trails, techy enduro or stunning wilderness, this place delivers.
- [The Happy Camper: Top Canadian Outdoor Companies I Know and Love](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-top-canadian-outdoor-companies-i-know-and-love/) - Here are Canadian companies that I have always supported, and highly recommend.
- [5 Ways to Enjoy Your Java Outdoors While Being Sustainable](https://explore-mag.com/5-ways-to-enjoy-your-java-outdoors-while-being-sustainable/) - Here are five different ways to get your java and support sustainability at the same time.
- [Overcoming Past Injuries on New Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/what-the-health-overcoming-past-injuries-on-new-adventures/) - Our friends at PURICA showcase two natural health products for your upcoming adventures.
- [We Talk Nutrition, Diet and Supplements with Endurance Athlete Adam O'Meara](https://explore-mag.com/we-talk-nutrition-diet-and-supplements-with-endurance-athlete-adam-omeara/) - Adam O’Meara’s career as an endurance athlete began at the relatively late age of 19 years old. His passion for running continued to grow as he did. Soon, he took up the challenge of triathlon and Ironman distance races. Adam won several races at the community level and finished in the top 10 in several full
- [This One Tool Will Upgrade Your Camping Trips](https://explore-mag.com/this-one-tool-will-upgrade-your-camping-trips/) - Chop, saw, cut and slice with these high-quality Japanese knives.
- [Where Luxury and Adventure Converge](https://explore-mag.com/where-luxury-and-adventure-converge/) - This locally owned resort in Campbell River offers unforgettable adventure
- [10 of the Best Gear Items for Spring 2025](https://explore-mag.com/10-of-the-best-gear-items-for-spring-2025/) - Spring has arrived, and so have springtime adventures! Get outside with these 10 must-have gear items for a perfect spring outdoors.
- [5 of BC's Epic Backpacking Trails for Early Spring](https://explore-mag.com/5-of-bcs-epic-backpacking-trails-for-early-spring/) - There’s something about the simplicity of backpacking that I crave when the days get longer, and a subtle warmth hangs on the wind.
- [How to Reserve the Best Campsites in Atlantic Canada](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-reserve-the-best-campsites-in-atlantic-canada/) - Booking campsites in all four Atlantic Canadian provinces can be intensely competitive in both nationally and provincially run campgrounds.
- [The Happy Camper: Reviewing 2 New Canadian Canoe Tripping Books](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-reviewing-2-new-canadian-canoe-tripping-books/) - Writing narratives is still alive out there when it comes to wilderness canoe tripping.
- [The Happy Camper: The US Paddlers Apologized to Me](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-the-us-paddlers-apologized-to-me/) - Each and every paddler at both shows was terrified for the future of their remaining wilderness places.
- [Alberta's Mighty Peace Region Has the Best Summer Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/albertas-mighty-peace-region-has-the-best-summer-adventures/) - Plan your next adventure in raw, wild and unexplored northern Alberta now.
- [The Best Urban Hikes to Find Cherry Blossoms in Vancouver](https://explore-mag.com/vancouvers-best-urban-hikes-to-see-beautiful-cherry-blossoms/) - These urban hikes offer the perfect blend of exploration and scenery, proving that adventure isn’t limited to mountain trails.
- [5 Sustainable Canadian Businesses to Support Now](https://explore-mag.com/5-sustainable-canadian-businesses-to-support-now/) - Here are five remarkable Canadian companies leading the way in sustainability, craftsmanship and community spirit.
- [Review: Norco Judan, a single speed mountain bike](https://explore-mag.com/review-norco-judan-a-single-speed-mountain-bike/) - A review of the Norco Judan, a mountain bike sporting three of the hottest trends in mountain biking: single speed, belt drive and 29 inch wheels. I love this bike. Here's why:
- [8 Reasons to Make Pismo Beach Your Next Getaway](https://explore-mag.com/8_reasons_to_make_pismo_beach_your_next_getaway/) - Have you been to Pismo Beach? This Central California surf town has a lot to offer the active traveller. Check it out:
- [5 Bucket List Hikes That Are Way Better with a Group](https://explore-mag.com/5-bucket-list-hikes-that-are-way-better-with-a-group/) - Plan a group hike with TourHero and discover why these bucket list treks are better with friends!
- [The Most Unique Winter Outdoor Adventures in Charlevoix, Quebec](https://explore-mag.com/the-most-unique-winter-outdoor-adventures-in-charlevoix-quebec/) - Here are five of the best outdoor adventures in Charlevoix, Quebec.
- [The Happy Camper: New Barrel Seat and Day Pack from Recreational Barrel Works](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-new-barrel-seat-and-day-pack-from-recreational-barrel-works/) - Every time I pay him a visit, his equipment room looks like Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory for campers.
- [Hike in France off the Coast of Newfoundland](https://explore-mag.com/hike-through-the-wonderful-coast-of-france-overlooking-newfoundland/) - Did you know that you can visit and hike in France from Newfoundland?
- [Best Tips for Reserving Alberta’s Wonderful Campsites](https://explore-mag.com/best-tips-for-reserving-albertas-wonderful-campsites/) - You’ll need Lady Luck on your side if it’s a long summer weekend, whereas mid-week in the off season is relatively easy to get.
- [Best Tips on Reserving Amazing Campsites in Ontario](https://explore-mag.com/best-tips-on-reserving-amazing-campsites-in-ontario/) - Is your dream campground booked solid for the summer? Don’t give up hope! You may still snag a spot.
- [6 Amazing Camping Recipes All With Food Made in Canada](https://explore-mag.com/6-amazing-camping-recipes-all-with-food-made-in-canada/) - ith such a variety offered at even your most humble grocery store, making your meals all-Canadian is pretty easy.
- [Embark on an Epic Adventure in Canada with Great Canadian Trails](https://explore-mag.com/embark-on-an-epic-adventure-in-canada-with-great-canadian-trails/) - Great Canadian Trails will plan your dream adventure in Canada.
- [The Happy Camper: Outdoor Shows Busier Than Ever in 2025](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-outdoor-shows-busier-than-ever-in-2025/) - I stood on a much smaller stage talking about the joy of canoe tripping—and surprisingly, I got a full house for it.
- [10 Wonderful Frozen Winter Waterfalls in Alberta](https://explore-mag.com/10-wonderful-frozen-winter-waterfalls-in-alberta/) - Get prepared with your slip-proof gear, charge your camera and take a scenic hike to marvel at the frozen water.
- [10 of the Most Beautiful Frozen Waterfalls in Ontario](https://explore-mag.com/10-of-the-most-beautiful-frozen-waterfalls-in-ontario/) - Frozen falls make the coolest formations. Take a special winter hike to marvel at the water as it stands still for winter.
- [Proud to be Canadian: 5 Great Travel Destinations in Canada](https://explore-mag.com/5-great-travel-destinations-in-canada/) - So, you want to travel, but you’d rather not go too far from home? Want to stay in Canada but experience a new kind of adventure?
- [6 Canadian Outdoor Adventure Brands to Support Now](https://explore-mag.com/6-canadian-outdoor-adventure-brands-to-support-now/) - uying local isn’t just about sidestepping tariffs—it’s about investing in our economy, keeping jobs in Canada and empowering small businesses to thrive.
- [Here's How Trump's US Tariffs Could Impact Canada's Outdoor Industry](https://explore-mag.com/5-ways-the-us-tariffs-could-impact-adventurers-like-you/) - News about tariffs between Canada and the United States has been impossible to miss these past few weeks.
- [The Amazing Legacy of Olympian Nancy Greene Raine](https://explore-mag.com/the-amazing-legacy-of-olympian-nancy-greene-raine/) - There are few who can claim to have had such a profound impact on the nation’s winter sports industry.
- [How to Survive if You Get Lost in the Backcountry](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-survive-if-you-get-lost-in-the-backcountry/) - Getting lost in the backcountry can happen to anyone, even the most seasoned adventurers.
- [11 Great Hikes in and near Cape Breton Island](https://explore-mag.com/11-great-hikes-in-and-near-cape-breton-island/) - Add in majestic waterfalls, river canyons, a vast inland sea and dramatic mountain vistas and you start to understand that when it comes to hiking, Cape Breton Island, on Nova Scotia’s eastern edge, captures the soul with its landscape.
- [Chasing the North Star in a Dying Climate: A Fight for Hope and Survival](https://explore-mag.com/chasing-the-north-star-in-a-dying-climate-a-fight-for-hope-and-survival/) - With the looming climate crisis, hopeless is not a strong enough word to define the impending burden of the future we have to build.
- [The Happy Camper: New Trangia Micro Stove, the Smallest Yet](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-new-trangia-micro-stove-the-smallest-yet/) - It quickly became a favourite stove kit for trippers looking for something lightweight and effective.
- [The Happy Camper: Perseverance by Stephan Kesting](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-perseverance-by-stephan-kesting/) - For him to recover in both body and mind, he decided to embark on his beloved canoe trip.
- [The Happy Camper: Join Me on a Trip on Lake Superior](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-join-me-on-a-trip-on-lake-superior/) - Come join me for a voyageur canoe journey along the North Shore of Lake Superior.
- [Victoria's New Flavour Trail: Barns, Beaches and Beyond!](https://explore-mag.com/victorias-new-flavour-trail-barns-beaches-and-beyond/) - Victoria has consistently catapulted up the agritourism ranks thanks to its diverse, interactive and experiential Flavour Trails.
- [5 Thrilling Board and Card Games That'll Propel You from Indoors to the Great Outdoors](https://explore-mag.com/5-thrilling-board-and-card-games-thatll-propel-you-from-indoors-to-the-great-outdoors/) - So, you want to enjoy some outdoor adventure, but you’re stuck inside due to an injury or illness?
- [Best Tips on Reserving BC's Spectacular Campsites](https://explore-mag.com/best-tips-on-reserving-bcs-spectacular-campsites/) - Securing a coveted campsite reservation feels much like trying to snag a ticket to a Taylor Swift concert.
- [10 Urban Trails to Hike, Run and Ride That Will Make You Forget You're in the City](https://explore-mag.com/10-urban-trails-to-run-and-ride-that-will-make-you-forget-youre-in-the-city/) - Discover wild spaces where you'd least expect them and enjoy all the rugged, off-road fun without the long drive out of town.
- [15 Cozy and Romantic Winter Date Ideas for a Heartwarming Snowy Escape](https://explore-mag.com/15-cozy-and-romantic-winter-date-ideas-for-a-heartwarming-snowy-escape/) - Just in time for Valentine’s Day, here’s how to treat your partner to an immaculate date in the Great Outdoors this winter season.
- [Rideau Tours: Unforgettable and Unique UNESCO-Style Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/rideau-tours-unforgettable-and-unique-unesco-style-adventures/) - This experience gracefully forced me to slow down, absorb the moments and enjoy every minute.
- [The Best Sustainable Ski Gear](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-sustainable-ski-gear/) - As skiers, snowboarders and winter sport enthusiasts, we have a responsibility to protect the mountains we cherish with sustainable gear.
- [Skydiving in Canada: Top Destinations for the Ultimate Thrill](https://explore-mag.com/skydiving-in-canada-top-destinations-for-the-ultimate-thrill/) - Skydiving isn’t just about the adrenaline rush—it’s about pushing past fear, embracing the unknown and experiencing the world from a whole new perspective.
- [The Ultimate Guide to Bungee Jumping in Canada’s Most Thrilling Spots](https://explore-mag.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-bungee-jumping-in-canadas-most-thrilling-spots/) - Standing on the edge of a platform and taking the leap into the unknown challenges your limits.
- [Telegraph Cove: A Story of Resilience and Hope](https://explore-mag.com/telegraph-cove-a-story-of-resilience-and-hope/) - Telegraph Cove, the heartbeat of North Vancouver Island, was on fire.
- [Support Local: 5 Canadian Outdoor Brands You Might Not Have Heard Of](https://explore-mag.com/support-local-5-canadian-outdoor-adventure-brands-you-might-not-have-heard-about-yet/) - While you likely have your favourite outdoor gear brands, here are a few Canadian companies you might not have considered before.
- [How to Balance Pregnancy and Outdoor Adventure](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-balance-pregnancy-and-outdoor-adventure/) - Here’s what we’re still learning about the outdoors as a pregnancy lifeline.
- [40 Urban Parks and Green Spaces Near City Centres in Canada](https://explore-mag.com/40-urban-parks-and-green-spaces-near-city-centres-in-canada/) - From well-known spots to hidden gems, these are 40 favourite green spaces near urban centres across Canada.
- [Angus Adventures: The Secret to Safe Cycling in Canada](https://explore-mag.com/angus-adventures-the-simple-secret-to-safe-cycling-in-canada/) - There is a simple recipe for safe urban bicycling in Canada—just look to the Dutch.
- [3 Simple Gear Swaps for More Eco-Friendly, Sustainable Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/3-simple-gear-swaps-for-more-eco-friendly-sustainable-adventures/) - When it comes to blisters on the trail, plastic waste isn’t environmentally friendly nor is it necessary, as there are more sustainable alternatives available like Blistwool.
- [FEAT Canada - Speakers & Inspiration](https://explore-mag.com/feat_canada_-_speakers__inspiration/) - Fascinating Expedition & Adventure Talks (FEAT) Canada is back March 4, 2015 for another exciting year at the Centennial Theater in Vancouver. This adventurous series is designed to be like a TED Talk for those who are looking to challenge themselves on their next journeys
- [How To Survive A Ski-In Winter Camping Experience](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-survive-a-ski-in-winter-camping-experience/) - My first experience winter camping is part of an epic skiing trip in BC
- [Hiking Trail Review: Watershed Park Trail, Delta, BC](https://explore-mag.com/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.
- [The Happy Camper: Double Duty for Recreational Barrel Works’ New Canoe Packs](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-double-duty-for-recreational-barrel-works-new-canoe-packs/) - Throughout the paddling season of 2024, I made good use of Recreational Barrel Works’ new line of canoe packs.
- [Nova Scotia's Keji National Park: The Complete Outdoor Experience](https://explore-mag.com/nova-scotias-keji-national-park-the-complete-outdoor-experience/) - Past visitors have proven that ‘Keji,’ as it’s affectionately known, isn’t a place you visit just once.
- [Canada Now Terminates Cross-Border Travel from Pacific Crest Trail](https://explore-mag.com/canada-now-terminates-cross-border-travel-from-pacific-crest-trail/) - The Government of Canada has ended the program that allowed US thru-hikers on the Pacific Crest Trail to hike into the Canadian portion of the trail.
- [How To Stay Active And Warm In The Cold](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-stay-active-and-warm-in-the-cold/) - Getting outdoors in the cold is part of our Canadian nature. Don't let the chilly temperatures stop you from exploring!
- [The Happy Camper: Trangia’s New 100th Anniversary Colour Collection](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-trangias-new-100th-anniversary-colour-collection/) - You know a camp stove is good when it celebrates their 100-year anniversary in 2025. You’ve got three colours to choose from.
- [Outdoor Adventure Date Ideas for Valentine's Day](https://explore-mag.com/outdoor-adventure-date-ideas-for-valentines-day/) - Here are five outdoorsy date ideas to impress the love of your life this Valentine's Day, along with some gear recommendations for each outdoor experience.
- [Finding a North Star in the Climate Change Conundrum](https://explore-mag.com/finding-a-north-star-in-the-climate-change-conundrum/) - The only way we can achieve the future we want is to imagine it first. That image becomes our North Star.
- [Child Development and Outdoor Play](https://explore-mag.com/child-development-play-and-the-outdoors/) - What do researchers know about child development and outdoor play? This researched and first-person article takes a deeper look.
- [Book Your Next Camping Adventure in Canada This Year](https://explore-mag.com/book-your-next-camping-adventure-in-canada-this-year/) - With the camping season now in full swing, outdoor enthusiasts across Canada are eagerly planning their next adventures.
- [Backcountry Skiing and Boreal Skies](https://explore-mag.com/backcountry-skiing-and-boreal-skies/) - Go on an exhilarating adventure with this author, exploring the Rockies, skiing powdery slopes and witnessing an aurora borealis spectacle.
- [5 Ways to Find Wellness in Kelowna’s Stunning Wine Country](https://explore-mag.com/5-ways-to-find-wellness-in-kelownas-stunning-wine-country/) - Wine is central to Kelowna’s ethos, but it’s also blessed with stunning scenery, easy access to nature and excellent hiking, biking and unique adventures.
- [Should There Be Prerequisites to Be Allowed Into Nature?](https://explore-mag.com/should-there-be-prerequisites-to-be-allowed-into-nature/) - This author speculates if new adventurers should be required to educate themselves before getting out there. Read this article to find out what she concludes.
- [On the Photos in Bold Series](https://explore-mag.com/on-the-photos-in-bold-series/) - I’m thankful to Explore Magazine for supporting this bold project.
- [The Happy Camper: Awesome Snowshoe Trails In Central Ontario](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-awesome-snowshoe-trails-in-central-ontario/) - Snowshoes make it easier to get around out there… and there’s a lot out there.
- [How I Hiked One Of The World's Toughest Treks](https://explore-mag.com/how-i-hiked-one-of-the-worlds-toughest-treks-bhutan-snowman-trek/) - Bhutan's Snowman Trek is considered one of the toughest treks in the world.
- [5 Outdoorsy Jobs That Will Make Nature Your Office](https://explore-mag.com/5-outdoorsy-jobs-that-will-make-nature-your-office/) - What if you could get paid to be outdoors? With these job opportunities, you can!
- [10 of the Best Hikes Near Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario](https://explore-mag.com/10-of-the-best-hikes-near-sault-ste-marie-ontario/) - Are you looking for the best hiking trails in and near Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario? We have curated a list of 10 amazing hikes in the SSM area—read on and explore:
- [The Phenomenon Of Snow: The Science, Beauty And Magic Of Snowflakes](https://explore-mag.com/the-phenomenon-of-snow-science-beauty-and-magic-of-snowflakes/) - Snow is an integral part of winter. But on a biology level—what is it?
- [10 Best Winter Hikes Near Vancouver, British Columbia](https://explore-mag.com/10-best-winter-hikes-near-vancouver-british-columbia/) - Here are the best Vancouver-based trails to hike this winter.
- [10 Easy Winter Adventures for Everyone to Try](https://explore-mag.com/easy-winter-activities-in-canada/) - Here are 10 winter activities for beginners, listed in order from most relaxing and easily accessible to most strenuous and complicated.
- [10 Essential Items for Your Next Outdoor Adventure](https://explore-mag.com/10-essential-items-for-your-next-outdoor-adventure/) - There’s only one thing worse than carrying a heavy backpack on your outdoor adventure—and that’s forgetting the gear you need to ensure your safety, leaving yourself ill-equipped to handle emergency situations.
- [Why Winter Adventures Are Good for Your Health](https://explore-mag.com/why-winter-adventures-are-good-for-your-health/) - Can getting outside in winter actually be healthier for you?
- [Photos in Bold: Night Hikes in the Rockies](https://explore-mag.com/photos-in-bold-chasing-sunsets-in-the-dark/) - Chasing sunsets in the Alberta Rockies has allowed me to experience freedom unmatched by any other sport. But after seeing its dark side, I’m ready to follow a new path.
- [Photos in Bold: In the Midst of Adventure](https://explore-mag.com/photos-in-bold-in-the-midst-of-adventure/) - Every adventure is a story of transformation and realization. It just takes courage to answer the call.
- [We Are Looking for Photo Essays—Submit Now](https://explore-mag.com/we-are-looking-for-photo-essays-submit-now/) - To create a space for photography that is empowered by a purpose, message or simply a narrative, I have decided to focus my project as Explore’s Editorial Intern on curating a series of photo essays. I’m looking forward to hearing from you!
- [Photos in Bold: Searching for Roots on the Coast](https://explore-mag.com/photos-in-bold-on-the-coast-of-newfoundland-and-labrador/) - I often refer to Newfoundland and Labrador as "home," but driving on the coast, I'm reminded that it's a lot more complicated than that.
- [Explore Tests New Winter Tires in Winterpeg](https://explore-mag.com/explore-tests-new-winter-tires-in-winterpeg/) - Winnipeg winters. Just the phrase evokes bone-chilling winds, snowstorms and roads transformed into treacherous skating rinks. So, when I was asked to test BFGoodrich Winter T/A KSI tires, I knew I had the ultimate testing ground.
- [Photos in Bold: Hunting for Food, Shooting to Stay Grateful](https://explore-mag.com/photos-in-bold-hunting-for-food-shooting-to-stay-grateful/) - My experience with hunting, as well as hiking, skiing, canoeing and a myriad of other outdoor activities, has shown me that photography is a grounding practice whenever you set an objective.
- [Canada's 100 Best Beaches](https://explore-mag.com/canadas-100-most-incredible-sandy-beaches/) - Are you looking for the best beach in British Columbia (BC), Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island (PEI), Nova Scotia, Newfoundland & Labrador, Yukon, Nunavut or Northwest Territories? We have them all:
- [Photos in Bold: Reclaiming Light Under the Shadow Of War](https://explore-mag.com/photos-in-bold-reclaiming-light-under-the-shadow-of-war/) - To reclaim the sights and memories of Ukraine before the war, I longed to walk the land I knew as a child, once again in the flesh.
- [The Happy Camper: Save These Outdoorsy Events In Your Calendar Now](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-save-these-outdoorsy-events-in-your-calendar-now/) - There are lots of outdoor-oriented events scheduled for 2025. Some even have The Happy Camper presenting thanks to his sponsors, including Explore Magazine.
- [The Happy Camper: 2025 Brings Big Changes To Ontario Parks](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-2025-brings-big-changes-to-ontario-parks/) - The year 2025 will bring significant changes to where canoe trippers can pitch their tent every night in some Ontario Parks.
- [How To Keep Your Cooler Cold While Camping](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-keep-your-cooler-cold-while-camping/) - Try these prep and packing tips to optimize your cooler’s functionality and keep your food fresh for days on your next camping trip.
- [Why Canoe North Adventures is the Ultimate Expedition Experience](https://explore-mag.com/why-canoe-north-adventures-is-the-ultimate-expedition-experience/) - Join Canoe North Adventures for the ultimate paddling expedition you'll never forget
- [Discover Montreal's Beautiful Jolly Season With This Classic Holiday Adventure](https://explore-mag.com/discover-montreals-beautiful-jolly-season-with-this-classic-holiday-adventure/) - Whether you’re a seasoned Montrealer or just visiting, the Christmas Market and skating rink are quintessential holiday experiences.
- [Polar Bears in Churchill: Your Next Bucket-List Adventure](https://explore-mag.com/polar-bears-in-churchill-your-next-bucket-list-adventure/) - Welcome to Churchill, Manitoba. Polar bear capital of the world and your next bucket list Canadian destination.
- [The Happy Camper: The Best Books About Cross-Canada Canoe Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-the-best-books-about-cross-canada-canoe-adventures/) - After a glance up and down my bookshelf, I gathered the canoe books I had read. Here is a short review of each.
- [Leavenworth Looks Like a Beautiful Holiday Film](https://explore-mag.com/leavenworth-looks-like-a-beautiful-holiday-film/) - Leavenworth is a snowy Winter Wonderland in Washington that looks like a beautiful hallmark holiday film.
- [10 Must-Do Activities in Beautiful Hecla Island, Manitoba](https://explore-mag.com/10-must-do-activities-in-beautiful-hecla-island-manitoba/) - Just two hours north of Winnipeg, Hecla Island offers a true island experience in the prairies.
- [Ski Poles That Don't Suck: Yardsale's New Take on an Old Gear](https://explore-mag.com/ski-poles-that-dont-suck-yardsales-new-take-on-an-old-gear/) - Making two sticks of metal fun and different is difficult, but Yardsale's ski poles have done just that.
- [The Happy Camper: Axe Lovers' Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-an-axe-lovers-ultimate-christmas-gift-guide/) - If you’re shopping for a Paul Bunyan wannabe this Christmas, check out these gift ideas that any axe lover would love to see under the tree.
- [How to Pack for Adventure with YETI](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-pack-for-adventure-with-yeti/) - Here are five packing tips for your next adventure.
- [Book a Getaway to these 5 Beautiful Cozy Cabins Across Canada Now](https://explore-mag.com/book-a-getaway-to-these-5-beautiful-cozy-cabins-across-canada-now/) - So, you want to enjoy the Great Outdoors in winter? Here are five cabins across the country to visit this winter!
- [Penticton's Winter Playground is the Best for Snowy Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/pentictons-winter-playground-is-the-best-for-snowy-adventures/) - From skiing to skating, hockey games to free events, here's why you need to visit Penticton this winter.
- [Fun, Outdoorsy Adventures To Get In The Holiday Spirit](https://explore-mag.com/christmas-outdoors-holida-fun-events-things-to-do-canada/) - Amp up the joy and chase away the winter blues with these fun outdoor holiday adventures.
- [Enjoy These Delicious Yogurt Turmeric Tikka Skewers in the Great Outdoors](https://explore-mag.com/enjoy-these-delicious-yogurt-turmeric-tikka-skewers-in-the-great-outdoors/) - These yogurt-turmeric tikka skewers started in South Asia, travelled into my small childhood kitchen and have now been passed onto you, reader!
- [The Happy Camper: A Review of Frank Wolf’s New Book](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-a-review-of-frank-wolfs-new-book/) - When I was asked to write a back cover review for Frank Wolf’s latest book Two Springs, One Summer, I jumped at the chance.
- [Canada's Best Hikes Province by Province](https://explore-mag.com/canadas-best-hikes-province-by-province/) - Looking for the best hike in your Canadian province or territory? We have the big list of all the best hikes and trails, province-by-province and up north too!
- [The Best 6 Christmas Gifts From YETI](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-6-christmas-gifts-from-yeti/) - With these holiday gift ideas from YETI, you'll be done shopping and kicking back by the fire with a mug of eggnog before you know it.
- [The Best Hikes In Vancouver When Taylor Swift Is Here](https://explore-mag.com/5-hikes-for-your-taylor-swift-concert/) - It’s time to summon all your folklore fairy forest prowess and immerse yourself in the most enchanted landscapes by heading into the woods.
- [Profile: Mark & Mya's Adventures, the Aussie and Dog Duo Exploring Canada](https://explore-mag.com/profile-mark-myas-adventures-the-aussie-and-dog-duo-exploring-canada/) - When Mark left Australia with his White Shepherd Mya, he didn’t set out to have a huge Instagram following. Instead, he focused on building a community of travellers interested in exploring with a unique companion: their pets. “The community has helped us so much,” Mark says.” Before coming over [to Canada], I asked about phone
- [How to Build and Extinguish a Safe and Warm Campfire](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-build-and-extinguish-a-safe-and-warm-campfire/) - While campfires provide warmth for your body and soul in the outdoors, if you are going to enjoy a campfire, it’s imperative to do so as safely and responsibly as possible.
- [Adventure Town Series: Coquitlam, BC](https://explore-mag.com/adventure-town-series-coquitlam-bc/) - No more than an hour-long transit ride away from the hustle-and-bustle of downtown Vancouver and a 37-kilometre drive away from the peacefulness of Golden Ears Provincial Park, Coquitlam is the town to visit if you’re looking for the perfect mix of busy city and outdoor adventure.
- [Columbia's New Gear Lets You Explore Like A Polar Bear](https://explore-mag.com/columbias-new-gear-lets-you-explore-like-a-polar-bear/) - Columbia Sportswear discovered how Mother Nature designed the world’s warmest coat.
- [These Lodges Are The Best Base For Nature Relaxation](https://explore-mag.com/these-lodges-are-the-best-base-for-nature-relaxation/) - Stay in Harrison, BC for a wellness weekend getaway.
- [The Best Reasons To Get Winter Tires Now](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-reasons-to-get-winter-tires-now/) - Besides ice cleats and a warm toque, a good set of winter tires will be your prized companion this season.
- [The Happy Camper: SOAR Film Festival Award Winners](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-soar-film-festival-award-winners/) - I was truly honoured to be a part of the SOAR Outdoor Adventure Reels Film Festival held at the Indie Cinema in Sudbury, Ontario back in early November.
- [The Best Black Friday Deals on Explore's Outdoor Adventure Gear](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-black-friday-deals-on-explores-outdoor-adventure-gear/) - Holiday shopping, especially during Black Friday, can be so overwhelming. Stressed-out shoppers shoving and pushing each other for discounts, or the tense frenzy of malls, worsened by the sight of empty shelves can all be avoided with the comfort of clicking "add to cart." Stay cool, calm and collected this Black Friday with Explore Magazine's
- [Opinion: Forget Bears and the Boogeyman. It's Your Campfire You Should Be Afraid Of](https://explore-mag.com/opinion-forget-bears-and-the-boogeyman-its-your-campfire-you-should-be-afraid-of/) - A crackling fire can be a memory that lasts a lifetime, or it can be a disaster waiting to happen.
- [3 Reasons You Need Bracelayer For Skiing and Snowboarding](https://explore-mag.com/3-reasons-you-need-bracelayer-for-skiing-and-snowboarding/) - Anyone who has experienced knee pain will know the importance of prevention and protection during ski season.
- [Escape Snow and Ice on This Fun, Exciting Island](https://explore-mag.com/escape-snow-and-ice-on-this-fun-exciting-island/) - Trade snowmen for sand castles on South Padre Island
- [10 Ways To Put Your Paracord to Best Use](https://explore-mag.com/10-ways-to-put-your-paracord-to-best-use/) - Here are some fun and practical ways to use a paracord to fulfill your entertainment or survival needs in the outdoors!
- [12 Outdoor Adventures to Celebrate Fall](https://explore-mag.com/12-outdoor-adventures-to-celebrate-fall/) - From cycling to hiking and everything in-between, here are a few casual ways to get outdoors and welcome fall.
- [The Happy Camper: Esker’s Multi Winter Tent Is Pretty Awesome](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-eskers-multi-winter-tent-is-pretty-awesome/) - The Esker Classic had its drawbacks. Now the new Multi Winter Tent has stepped it up a notch. To me, it’s a game-changer.
- [Your Shoulder Season Guide to Comox Valley’s Great Outdoors](https://explore-mag.com/your-shoulder-season-guide-to-comox-valleys-great-outdoors/) - The Comox Valley is a laid-back, welcoming, special destination well-worth a visit in shoulder season.
- [Let the Delicious Recipes from Habit Fire Up Your Wonderful Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/let-the-delicious-recipes-from-habit-fire-up-your-wonderful-adventures/) - Habit perfectly lives up to its tagline “Inspired. West Coast. Gluten Free" and offers a wide range of beginner healthy recipes.
- [10 Exciting Trails Near Beautiful Quebec City to Try Out on Your Next Hiking Adventure](https://explore-mag.com/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.
- [Outdoor Skills: It’s Good to Be Bad](https://explore-mag.com/outdoor-skills-its-good-to-be-bad/) - Curious about an outdoor skill? Learn it from bad women.
- [The Magic of a Rocky Mountain Road Trip in Autumn](https://explore-mag.com/the-magic-of-an-rocky-mountain-road-trip-in-autumn/) - Bookend your national parks road trip with a night or two in Golden, BC.
- [Find Masks in the Trees on This Unique Trail](https://explore-mag.com/find-masks-in-the-trees-on-this-unique-trail/) - Eyes stare at you. Terracotta smiles beckon you into the enchanted woods. How many faces are in the trees?
- [The Happy Camper: Taking on the Frontenac Challenge, Part 2](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-taking-on-the-frontenac-challenge-part-2/) - Three stumbles, one fall, a knee brace, a broken hiking pole and a bottle of pain meds, but this 60-year-old finally finished the Frontenac Challenge.
- [Joel Hibbard — Guiding Storied Northern Rivers](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-20-joel-hibbard-guiding-northern-rivers/) - Welcome to episode 20 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. Today, we're chatting with guide Joel Hibbard — and learning about Canada's storied Northern Rivers. explore podcast
- [Dianne Whelan—Six Years on the Trans Canada Trail](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-21-six-years-on-the-trans-canada-trail/) - Welcome to episode 21 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. Today, we're chatting with guide Dianne Whelan—and her six-year journey on the Trans Canada Trail. explore podcast
- [Kelsey Serwa—An Olympic Journey](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-22-kelsey-serwa-an-olympic-journey/) - Welcome to episode 22 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. Today, we're chatting with guide Kelsey Serwa—retired ski-cross athlete, Olympic Gold Medallist, X-Games champ and more. explore podcast
- [Alan Dyer—Let's Explore the Cosmos](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-23-alan-dyer-lets-explore-the-cosmos/) - Welcome to episode 23 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. Today my guest is Alan Dyer. Alan is, among many other things, the co-author of the new edition of "The Backyard Astronomer’s Guide." explore podcast
- [Rene Gauthier—ecologyst, and the future of apparel](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-24-rene-gauthier-ecologyst-and-the-future-of-apparel/) - Welcome to episode 24 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. My guest is Rene Gauthier, CEO and founder of the clothing brand "ecologyst." explore podcast
- [Curtis Matwishyn—Let's Talk About Bears](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-30-curtis-matwishyn-lets-talk-about-bears/) - Welcome to episode 30 of Explore Magazine's "Live the Adventure" Podcast. Let's talk about bears. Those majestic, beautiful creatures that roam the wild lands of just about every region in Canada... Those apex predators who can be misunderstood and feared by humans... And who, due to habituation and encroachment, are every so often the subject explore podcast
- [Sarah Cormode—Let's Talk About Ticks](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-29-sarah-cormode-lets-talk-about-ticks/) - Welcome to episode 29 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. Today's conversation is with Sarah Cormode, from the Canadian Lyme Disease Foundation. Sarah is a podcaster and has had the opportunity to speak with dozens of experts in the field of medicine and outdoor safety and education. explore podcast
- [Michael Spivak and Daniel Mazour—We're Going for a Cold Plunge](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-33-micheal-spivak-and-daniel-mazour-were-going-for-a-cold-plunge-1/) - It’s December. It’s cold. Do you want to warm up? Or do you want to get even colder? Colder than you’ve ever been? explore podcast
- [Dr. Saeid Mushtagh and Burgess Andre—Pine Pollen, Canada's Home-Grown Superfood](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-34-saeid-mushtagh-and-burgess-andre-pine-pollen-canadas-home-grown-superfood/) - We’ve all heard the term “superfood” before. Often in relationship to things like acai, a berry native to south and central America, or coconut oil—maybe avocado. explore podcast
- [Alex Man and Melissa Stefaniw-Mountain Biking in Manitoba, Really?](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-31-alex-man-and-melissa-stefaniwmountain-biking-in-manitoba-really/) - Welcome to episode 31 of Explore Magazine's "Live the Adventure" Podcast. When you think of a mountain biking destination in Canada, where comes to mind? Vancouver? Golden? Canmore? How about Neepawa, Dauphin and Minnedosa—all in Manitoba? Yes, it's true. Manitoba has a burgeoning mountain bike scene, with parks and trails popping up all over the explore podcast
- [Anne Bouchard—Desire, Discipline and Trail Running](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-32-anne-bouchard-desire-discipline-and-trail-running/) - Welcome to episode 32 of Explore Magazine's "Live the Adventure" Podcast. What drives you? What gets you out of bed in the morning? And how do you stay focused on this passion so that it enhances all other aspects of your life? Well, today we’re talking to an expert in mindset, focus, desire, discipline—and trail explore podcast
- [Krista Halling & John Freeman—Better Adventures With Your Dog](https://explore-mag.com/krista-halling-john-freeman-better-adventures-with-your-dog/) - Let's talk about dogs. We love them! Walks, cuddles, playing fetch... But what about travel and adventure with your dog? Have you boarded a plane with your pup? Embarked on a multi-day backpacking adventure? An epic road trip? If you're like most people, you likely look for a dog-sitter when you're travelling. But what if explore podcast
- [Zane Buchanan—Connecting with Indigenous Tourism in Canada](https://explore-mag.com/zane-buchanan-connecting-with-indigenous-tourism-in-canada/) - It’s summer. Let’s go on vacation. But where? When you look for a tourism experience—what draws you in? An incredible adventure? A cultural connection? A chance to expand your mind? Maybe even do some good in the meanwhile? Well, today my guest is Zane Buchanan. Zane is the Creative Manager at the Indigenous Tourism Association explore podcast
- [Colin Carson—Is Prince George BC's Best Adventure Destination?](https://explore-mag.com/colin-carson-is-prince-george-bcs-best-adventure-destination/) - I love domestic travel. Don’t get me wrong, I also like to get my passport stamped. But there’s something fun and cool about spending your vacation time locally or regionally. It’s fun because you don’t waste your days off travelling or recovering from jetlag. It’s cool because you can buck travel trends and mainstays for off-the-beaten track destinations that explore pod
- [Frank Wolf, and a Month in the Arctic Barrens (Part 1)](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-1-frank-wolf-and-a-month-in-the-arctic-barrens-part-1/) - Host David Webb chats with adventurer/explorer Frank Wolf about his recent 1,800-km trip across the Arctic barrens. explore podcast
- [How to Become a True Adventurer, with Frank Wolf (Part 2)](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-2-how-to-become-a-true-adventurer-part-2/) - Host David Webb chats with adventurer/explorer Frank Wolf about his recent 1,800-km trip across the Arctic barrens. Part 2. explore podcast
- [Kylik Kisoun Taylor, Culture Meets Adventure in Canada's North](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-3-kylik-kisoun-taylor-culture-meets-adventure-in-canadas-north/) - Chatting with an innovator in Arctic tourism—Kylik Kisoun Taylor, of Tundra North Tours. explore podcast
- [Josie Boulding and Ryan Stuart - How Five Minutes Can Add Five Years](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-4-josie-boulding-and-ryan-stuart-how-five-minutes-can-add-five-years/) - Today we're talking to Josie Boulding and Ryan Stuart about Five for Five—and juts how much health and wellness matters. explore podcast
- [Sandra Riches - Search, Rescue and Social Media](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-5-sandra-riches-search-rescue-and-social-media/) - Let's chat about Canada's Search and Rescue organizations, as well as how we can stay safe in the outdoors. explore podcast
- [The Power of Wilderness and Self-Publishing, with Kevin Callan](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-the-power-of-wilderness-and-how-to-self-publish-a-book/) - Welcome to episode 6 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. Today, we're chatting with Kevin Callan about his new book, the healing power of wilderness and the ins-and-outs of self-publishing. explore podcast
- [In Search of the Sasquatch with John Zada](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-7-in-search-of-the-sasquatch-with-john-zada/) - Welcome to episode 7 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. Today, we're chatting with John Zada about his new book—In the Valleys of the Noble Beyond. Yes—it's about the Sasquatch. explore podcast
- [Geocaching with Jay Kennedy](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-8-geocaching-with-jay-kennedy/) - Welcome to episode 8 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. Today, we're chatting with Jay Kennedy about all things geocache! explore podcast
- [Jenn Smith Nelson on Why Saskatchewan and Manitoba are "Way Beyond Wheat Fields"](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-9-jenn-smith-nelson-saskatchewan-manitoba/) - Welcome to episode 9 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. Today, we're chatting with Jenn Smith Nelson about all things Saskatchewan and Manitoba! explore podcast
- [Tamara Jacobi, on her new book: Wildpreneurs](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-10-tamara-jacobi-on-how-to-be-a-wildpreneur/) - Welcome to episode 10 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. Today, we're chatting with Tamara Jacobi, author of the new book Wildpreneurs: Practical Guide to Pursuing Your Passion As a Business. explore podcast
- [Brenda Baptiste — Indigenous Tourism in British Columbia](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-12-brenda-baptise-indigenous-tourism-bc/) - Welcome to episode 12 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. Today, we're chatting with Brenda Baptiste, chair of the board of directors of Indigenous Tourism BC—let's delve into transformative travel. explore podcast
- [Kristeva Dowling—In Relationship to the Land](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-11-kristeva-dowling-in-relationship-to-the-land/) - Welcome to episode 11 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. Today, we're chatting with Kristeva Dowling—author of "Chicken Poop for the Soul" and the subject of a new YouTube mini-documentary called "With the Land." explore podcast
- [Mike Danks — Team Leader, North Shore Rescue](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-15-mike-danks-team-leader-north-shore-rescue/) - Welcome to episode 15 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. Today, we're chatting with Mike Danks, team leader at North Shore Rescue. explore podcast
- [Colin Angus — Around the World Adventures & Tech Startups](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-14-colin-angus-around-the-world-adventures-tech-startups/) - Welcome to episode 14 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. Today, we're chatting with Colin Angus, world adventurer and technology innovator. explore podcast
- [Malindi Elmore — Endurance Athlete and Olympian](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-16-malindi-elmore-endurance-athlete-olympian/) - Welcome to episode 16 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. Today, we're chatting with Malindi Elmore, endurance athlete and Olympian. explore podcast
- [Colin Stein — The Past, Present and Future of Bicycling](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-13-colin-stein-past-present-future-cycling/) - Welcome to episode 13 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. Today, we're chatting with Colin Stein, Executive Director of the BC Cycling Coalition. explore podcast
- [Izzy Lynch and Tessa Treadway — What is the MOTHERLOAD?](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-17-izzy-lynch-tessa-treadway-what-is-motherload/) - Welcome to episode 17 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. Today, we're chatting with Izzy Lynch and Tessa Treadway—skiers, mothers and subjects of a new mini-doc on YouTube. explore podcast
- [Benjamin Jordan—Paragliding with Monarch Butterflies](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-18-benjamin-jordan-paragliding-with-monarch-butterflies/) - Welcome to episode 18 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. Today, we're chatting with Benjamin Jordan—and learning about his incredible paragliding expedition. explore podcast
- [Bruce Kirkby and Norm Hann—Let's Talk SUP](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-19-bruce-kirkby-and-norm-hann/) - Welcome to episode 19 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. Today, we're chatting with Bruce Kirkby and Norm Hann—all about stand-up paddleboarding. explore podcast
- [Mike Willie and Brenda Baptiste—What is Transformational Travel?](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-25-mike-willie-brenda-baptiste-transformational-travel/) - Welcome to episode 25 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. My guests are Mike Willie, of Sea Wolf Adventures, and Brenda Baptiste, chair of Indigenous Tourism BC. explore podcast
- [Olivia Saray—Let's Talk About Dogs!](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-26-olivia-saray-lets-talk-about-dogs/) - Welcome to episode 26 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. My guests is Olivia Saray—a dog and cat nutrition specialist at Rolf C. Hagen. explore podcast
- [Mariele Guerrero—The True Nature of Expeditions](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-27-mariele-guerrero-the-true-nature-of-expeditions/) - Welcome to episode 27 of Explore Magazine's Live the Adventure Podcast. My guest is Mariele Guerrero—adventure paddler! explore podcast
- [Caroline Cote-An Expedition Across Antarctica](https://explore-mag.com/podcast-episode-28-caroline-cotean-expedition-across-antarctica/) - Welcome to episode 28 of Explore Magazine’s Live the Adventure Podcast. Today, my guest is Caroline Cote. And as I hit publish, she is (ideally) in the final week or so of a self-supported ski expedition across Antarctica to the South Pole. explore podcast
- [We Found the Best Way to Enhance Hydration: Liquid I.V.](https://explore-mag.com/we-found-the-best-way-to-enhance-hydration-liquid-i-v/) - Whether you're going on a fall hike, paddling adventure or a short run, mix one packet of Liquid I.V. into 500 mL of water, give it a shake and enjoy the hydration boost!
- [Here's Why You Should Visit Cozy, Beautiful Emerald Lake Lodge](https://explore-mag.com/heres-why-you-should-visit-cozy-beautiful-emerald-lake-lodge/) - Step into an iconic Canadian postcard at Emerald Lake Lodge in Yoho National Park.
- [Canada's Best Adventure Towns: Comox Valley, British Columbia](https://explore-mag.com/canadas_best_adventure_towns_comox_valley_british_columbia/) - We're exploring Canada's Best Adventure Towns—up now, Comox Valley, British Columbia. Activities: Mountain biking Whitewater paddling Sea kayaking Rock climbing Kiteboarding Hiking Scuba diving Skiing Why Go? Think of Comox Valley as a mini-Whistler, but without the crowds and with a healthy dose of Island mellow. Here on the east coast of Vancouver Island, the
- [Bear Cubs Killed in Algonquin Spark Conversation About Nature](https://explore-mag.com/bear-cubs-killed-in-algonquin-sparks-conversation-about-nature/) - Anthropocentric views of nature. All the great nature writers warned us about it. Thoreau, Leopold, Carson. It’s a worldview that considers humans to be the most important thing on Earth. Yet, two bear cubs were run down and killed by one of the thousands of tourists driving Algonquin’s Highway 60 on Thanksgiving weekend to take
- [Solo Adventures: How to Embrace Solitude in the Outdoors](https://explore-mag.com/solo-adventures-how-to-embrace-solitude-in-the-outdoors/) - Solo adventuring is a skill that, like any other, requires practice. Here are some tips to help you stay safe and build confidence.
- [The Happy Camper: Taking on the Frontenac Challenge, Part 1](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-taking-on-the-frontenac-challenge-part-1/) - I recently moved to the Kingston area in Ontario and I thought what better way to become familiar with the neighbouring woods than to sign up for the onerous Frontenac Challenge: 11 loops and 160 km of trails, to be completed between September 1 and October 31. In return, I would receive a certificate and
- [The Best Scary Campfire Stories](https://explore-mag.com/scary-funny-and-creepy-campfire-stories-for-kids-and-adults/) - Here are five classic campfire stories to tell around the flickering blaze this All-Hallows’ Eve… if you dare!
- [15 Ideas for Outdoorsy Fall Dates with Beautiful Autumn Vibes](https://explore-mag.com/15-ideas-for-outdoorsy-fall-dates-with-beautiful-autumn-vibes/) - Autumn is made for love. The brisk chill in the air invites you to cozy up with your adventure buddy. Transforming leaves paint the trees in a tapestry of red. Drizzly raindrops encourage you to share your umbrella and warm up with a fluffy blanket and steaming mug of tea after an adventure. It’s not
- [Acadia National Park Makes for the Best Family Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/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.
- [How To Dress Up Like A Granola For Halloween](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-dress-up-like-a-granola-for-halloween/) - You open your closet to sift through your options but find nothing inspiring. Your shelves are overcrowded with Patagonia sweaters, patterned wool socks are poking out of the drawers, and the hangers hold only Arc’teryx rain jackets. Ding, a lightbulb lits up. You could dress up like the outdoors-y or “Granola” stereotype!
- [Sustainable Forests, Sustainable Products: How Canada’s Forest Sector is Leading the Way](https://explore-mag.com/sustainable-forests-sustainable-products-how-canadas-forest-sector-is-leading-the-way/) - I was curious to learn more about how Canada's forest sector is supporting a more sustainable future.
- [3 Ways to Experience Stunning, Remote Vancouver Island North](https://explore-mag.com/3-ways-to-experience-stunning-remote-vancouver-island-north/) - Looking for a new, exciting adventure spot? Don't miss Vancouver Island North.
- [10 Best Hikes Near Cranbrook You Need to Check Out](https://explore-mag.com/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.
- [Cozy Fall Gear for Hiking and Camping](https://explore-mag.com/cozy-fall-gear-for-hiking-and-camping/) - Here are 11 gear items to get you ready for chilly autumn adventures. As summer fades, keep getting outside and enjoying nature!
- [Should You Go Cold Plunging While Hiking?](https://explore-mag.com/should-you-go-cold-plunging-while-hiking/) - According to a recent study for Sports Med-Open, the best time to cool down post-workout is during the early recovery phase, less than an hour post-exercise (or post-hike).
- [The Happy Camper: Canoe Trip in Opasquia, Part Four](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-canoe-trip-in-opasquia-part-four/) - If you’re a paddler looking for a “true” wilderness canoe trip experience, you’ll definitely have your prayers answered in Opasquia Provincial Park.
- [Desert Detour: Why Osoyoos Is BC's Family Vacation Surprise](https://explore-mag.com/desert-detour-why-osoyoos-is-bcs-family-vacation-surprise/) - Looking for an all-ages autumn adventure? Here's why you should go to Osoyoos, which is as fun to say as it is to visit.
- [Ucluelet: A Hidden Gem in Beautiful British Columbia](https://explore-mag.com/ucluelet-a-hidden-gem-in-beautiful-british-columbia/) - Discover the best of Vancouver Island's hidden gem—Ucluelet—on a shoulder-season adventure. A laidback fishing village on Vancouver Island’s west coast, Ucluelet—fondly known as Ukee by the locals—enjoys a scenic location with the Pacific Ocean to the west, Barkley Sound to the southeast and Ucluelet Inlet to the east. While the surrounding waters invite a wealth of
- [6 Free Outdoor Adventure Movies to Take You Exploring From Home (No Netflix Required!)](https://explore-mag.com/6-free-outdoor-adventure-movies-to-take-you-exploring-from-home-no-netflix-required/) - Take a vicarious adventure this week. Ranging from 21 minutes to full-length films, these free-to-stream videos will take you from the Pacific Crest Trail to Alaska, across Europe and all the way to Vietnam. Cycling, hiking, climbing, paddling and skiing will satisfy your adventure fix—no subscription (or effort) required. 1. From the Road For the
- [Travel Better With AZORA Voyages](https://explore-mag.com/travel-better-with-azora-voyages/) - Get ready to create unforgettable memories and explore the world with AZORA Voyages' sustainable and authentic travel itineraries.
- [The Happy Camper: Canoe Trip in Opasquia, Part Three](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-canoe-trip-in-opasquia-part-three/) - It was late afternoon of day seven of our canoe trip in northern Ontario’s remote Opasquia Provincial Park when Andy and I finally slid our canoe into a large lake and joyfully paddled across the great expanse of water.
- [Five Great Cities For Paddling](https://explore-mag.com/five-great-cities-for-paddling/) - You don’t always have to travel deep into the woods or mountains to enjoy paddling. Here are five places for paddling in urban centres across Canada.
- [Go Here: Adventure and Unwind at Black Rock Resort in Ucluelet, British Columbia](https://explore-mag.com/go-here-adventure-and-unwind-at-black-rock-resort-in-ucluelet-british-columbia/) - Access adventure on Vancouver Island from Black Rock Resort
- [The Best Active Tours For Exploring Europe](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-active-tours-for-exploring-europe/) - UTracks’s self-guided walking tours in Europe take the hassle out!
- [10 Kid-Friendly Outdoor Adventures in Banff, Alberta](https://explore-mag.com/10-kid-friendly-outdoor-adventures-in-banff-alberta/) - Tips for an adventure-filled Banff vacation from an Albertan mom of two.
- [How Indigenous-led Tourism Can Revive Lost Languages On Vancouver Island](https://explore-mag.com/ndigenous-led-tourism-vancouver-island/) - The Homalco people are not just returning—they are reclaiming this place. The People Water Land Tour is the best way to experience the revitalization firsthand.
- [How To Score A Pass To BC's Popular Parks](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-score-a-pass-to-bcs-popular-parks/) - Did you wake up at 7 a.m. and still miss out on a pass to one of British Columbia’s most popular hiking spots? Here are some tips to help you pan for gold and snatch entry into these sought-after BC treasures.
- [An Epic Overland Adventure Drive with Mitsubishi](https://explore-mag.com/an-epic-overland-adventure-drive-with-mitsubishi/) - By the end of my overlanding experience, it was obvious that Mitsubishi has created a vehicle that’s both capable and approachable, making it an ideal choice for adventurers who refuse to compromise on comfort.
- [The Happy Camper: Mystery Trip to Opasquia, Part Two](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-mystery-trip-to-opasquia-part-two/) - We had two weeks, three packs, a barrel full of dehydrated food and two litres of whisky. Two old guys that just turned 60 couldn't be happier.
- [This Exciting New Dry Suit Will Get You Paddling Year-Round](https://explore-mag.com/extend-your-paddling-season-with-mustang-survivals-quadra-dry-suit/) - So when is paddling season? September, October, November, December… January… If you can stay dry, you can stay warm: Which means that with the Quadra Dry Suit—paddling season is when you make it.
- [The Best Adventure Destination to Relax and Reconnect in Ontario](https://explore-mag.com/temagami-outpost-relax-and-reconnect-with-nature-ontario/) - Relax, restore and reconnect (with yourself and your friends and family) at Temagami Outpost in the wilderness of northern Ontario.
- [The Happy Camper: The Best Fall Paddling Routes in Southwestern Ontario](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-the-best-fall-paddling-routes-in-southwestern-ontario/) - Kevin Callan scouted the best fall paddles in Southwestern Ontario—tackle one this weekend!
- [The Happy Camper: Canoe Trip in Opasquia, Part One](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-canoe-trip-in-opasquia-part-one/) - In the morning Andy and Albert gave the pilot the coordinates of a random, unnamed lake in the southeast corner of the park, one the pilot had never landed on before, and we set off to our magical mystery tour of Opasquia Provincial Park.
- [Roundup: Winter Gear Guide for 2024](https://explore-mag.com/roundup-winter-gear-guide-2024/) - Here are 15 new, nifty and essential gear items to get you outside and adventuring in Canada’s colder months. Each item has been tested, reviewed and hand-picked by Explore’s editors.
- [The Best All-in-One Adventure Tool](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-all-in-one-adventure-tool/) - Everything but the garden shed: One essential tool to take on your next adventure
- [Puffin Paradise on New Brunswick’s Machias Seal Island   ](https://explore-mag.com/puffin-paradise-on-new-brunswicks-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.
- [How to Spend 3 Perfect Autumn Days in Penticton](https://explore-mag.com/fall-shoulder-season-hike-bike-paddle-penticton/) - Don’t drive through, drive to Penticton—it’s a destination worth exploring.
- [We Slept Under The Stars On Whistler Mountain (And Got A Surprise) ](https://explore-mag.com/we-slept-under-the-stars-on-whistler-mountain-and-got-a-surprise/) - Explore joined Helly Hansen’s Summit Sleepover on Whistler Blackcomb—an alpine adventure with surprises at every turn Whistler Blackcomb’s Peak2Peak Gondola is impressive, whether it’s your first ride or your twenty-first. It was only my third trip from Blackcomb to Whistler via this engineering marvel that transports guests 4.4 kilometres from one peak to the other at Canada’s largest
- [Temagami Outpost: Two Brothers Returned to Summer Camp and Built a Paradise](https://explore-mag.com/temagami-outpost-summer-camp-for-adults-ontario-canada/) - “Summer camp for adults” has become an overused cliché—unless you're staying in a historical summer camp run by Nico and Leo de Ruiter, two brothers who spent their summers paddling and playing on this very campus. Welcome to Temagami Outpost, the three-year-old resort and outfitter where guests are swiftly sewn into a familial quilt that
- [The Best Kept Secret of Kananaskis: Mount Engadine Lodge](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-kept-secret-of-kananaskis-mount-engadine-lodge/) - Tucked within a quiet Kananaskis valley Mount Engadine Lodge is complete with all the best things about the mountains—good food, great people and adventure right out the front door.
- [ZOLEO: Peace of Mind in a Package](https://explore-mag.com/zoleo-peace-of-mind-in-a-package/) - You go into the backcountry to find peace. Give your loved ones back home peace of mind.
- [How to Solo Adventure in the Yukon](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-solo-adventure-in-the-yukon/) - What are the best ways to experience the Yukon's rugged and wild beauty as a solo traveller?
- [The Best Outdoorsy Museums Across Canada](https://explore-mag.com/cool-museums-for-adventure-lovers-in-canada/) - From the legacy of the canoe in Canada to the BC forest industry, these five museums delve into the history of our most dearly loved outdoor activities and their role in Canada’s rich history.
- [The Happy Camper: Canadian Canoe Museum Grand Opening](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-canadian-canoe-museum-grand-opening/) - Did you know that Canada is home to a museum with the world's largest collection of watercraft?
- [The Happy Camper: Camping in Quebec's Newest National Park](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-camping-in-quebecs-newest-national-park/) - Opemican is Quebec's newest national park. Opened to the public in 2019 and measuring 252 kilometres, the park has endless canoeing, camping and other outdoor recreation opportunities.
- [The Way of the River: Packrafting in Eastern Oregon](https://explore-mag.com/the-way-of-the-river-packrafting-in-eastern-oregon/) - In the heart of Eastern Oregon’s Eagle Cap Wilderness lies the Minam River—the second most ecologically important river in the state. Three days of paddling packrafts along its pristine waters and it becomes clear why this place is so special.
- [What Are the 10 Essentials and Why Are They Important?](https://explore-mag.com/what-are-the-10-essentials-and-why-are-they-important/) - Are you equipped with the right gear to deal with a sudden change in weather or an unexpected injury on the trail? The 10 essentials are items you should always carry in your day pack, no matter how short your adventure.
- [Why You Should Never Park on the Road at Trailheads](https://explore-mag.com/why-you-should-never-park-on-the-road-at-trailheads/) - You've had your heart set on a certain hike for weeks and when the weekend rolls around you go for it. Turns out everyone else had the same idea and the trailhead parking lot is packed.
- [What Is Scrambling: Take Your Hiking to the Next Level](https://explore-mag.com/what-is-scrambling-take-your-hiking-to-the-next-level/) - No, I’m not talking about how you like your eggs in the morning or the word game you play on your phone. Scrambling is the outdoor pursuit in between the world of hiking and rock climbing.
- [Random Camping: What Is It and How to Do It Responsibly](https://explore-mag.com/random-camping-what-is-it-and-how-to-do-it-responsibly/) - What does the future of random camping look like as more and more people flock to the backcountry?
- [How to Clean Your Tent After a Rainy Camping Trip](https://explore-mag.com/dirty-rainy-camping-tent-spot-clean-dry/) - Our tent was dirty, muddy and covered in little pieces of tree bark after a rainy night at a campground in BC.
- [Dangerous Trees: How to Spot and Avoid Them](https://explore-mag.com/dangerous-trees-how-to-spot-and-avoid-them/) - Dangerous trees are a risk that is seldom discussed when it comes to outdoor safety. It's crucial to know how to spot them before you pitch your tent or pull off the trail for some lunch.
- [Chronicles of a Slow Runner: Guide to Being a Beginner](https://explore-mag.com/chronicles-of-a-slow-runner-guide-to-being-a-beginner/) - Being a beginner can be an arduous journey, but it's also one of the most rewarding.
- [Opinion: Keep Your Unsolicited Adventure Advice to Yourself](https://explore-mag.com/opinion-keep-your-unsolicited-adventure-advice-to-yourself/) - Explore contributor Jennifer Malloy shares her experience receiving unsolicited advice while tackling summits as a solo female hiker.
- [Connect with Nature at This Hidden Gem Resort in BC](https://explore-mag.com/connect-with-nature-at-this-hidden-gem-resort-in-bc/) - Looking for a truly off-the-beaten-path nature experience in British Columbia?
- [The Ultimate Guide to Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park](https://explore-mag.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-waterton-glacier-international-peace-park/) - Waterton and Glacier National Park are called "The Crown of the Continent" for good reason. Endless exploring and unparalleled landscapes make outdoor recreation here unmatched.
- [Urban Backpacking: Adventure in the Heart of Edmonton](https://explore-mag.com/urban-backpacking-adventure-in-the-heart-of-edmonton/) - Urban backpacking is a great way to get into the world of backpacking. Close to amenities, the stakes are low, and less logistics and lighter packs makes for a more family-friendly adventure.
- [The Happy Camper: Keen’s New Sandal and Waterproof Hiking Boot](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-keens-new-sandal-and-waterproof-hiking-boot/) - The Happy Camper reviews Keen's new Hyperport H2 Sandal and Targhee IV Waterproof Hiking Boot to see if they can stand up to muddy portages and long days on the trail.
- [Find the Best Small Group Hiking Tours in Canada](https://explore-mag.com/find-the-best-small-group-hiking-tours-in-canada/) - DeNure’s portfolio of hiking tours reads like the greatest hits of some of Canada’s most outstanding landscapes.
- [18 Epic Multi-Day Backpacking Trips in Canada](https://explore-mag.com/18-epic-multi-day-backpacking-trips-in-canada/) - Epic trips take time to plan. So start your next summer getaway today—and plan to escape into one of these 18 backpacking trips. Updated for 2022.
- [Swap These Popular Adventure Spots for Lesser-Known Places](https://explore-mag.com/swap-these-popular-adventure-spots-for-lesser-known-places/) - Looking to leave the crowds behind on your next adventure? Here are 10 lesser-known dupes for some of Canada’s most popular adventure spots.
- [Exploring Canada’s Food Island for Delightful Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/exploring-canadas-food-island-for-delightful-adventures/) - Pretty as a painting with red sand beaches, gently rolling farmland dotted with fields of potatoes and dramatic sandstone cliffs, Prince Edward Island (PEI) beckons you to indulge in its adventure offerings. Small in size but abundant in delights for visitors, East Coast island life invites you to slow down, connect with nature and savour solitude. Celebrated
- [What are Trip Plans and Why Leave One Behind?](https://explore-mag.com/what-are-trip-plans-and-why-leave-one-behind/) - Whether you're going on a day hike or a multi-day backpack, leaving behind a trip plan with a trusted individual should be as essential as wearing appropriate footwear or carrying bear spray.
- [Best Waterway Adventures in the West Coast Gem of Ucluelet](https://explore-mag.com/best-waterway-adventures-in-the-west-coast-gem-of-ucluelet/) - Water-based adventures, West Coast views and small-town community vibes are waiting to welcome you to Ukee.
- [Discover the Official Trails Capital of BC This Fall](https://explore-mag.com/discover-the-official-trails-capital-of-bc-this-fall/) - Summer spills into fall in this BC destination, where less precipitation means more recreation.
- [An Alcohol-Free Adventure in the Pacific Northwest](https://explore-mag.com/an-alcohol-free-adventure-in-the-pacific-northwest/) - More often than not, outdoor adventure and drinking culture go hand in hand. So, what are the options for more mindful, alcohol-free beverage experiences for outdoor enthusiasts?
- [Backcountry 101: What Is It and What Do You Need to Know About It?](https://explore-mag.com/what-is-the-backcountry-and-what-do-you-need-to-know-about-it/) - The backcountry is much closer than you think. When it comes down to it, the difference between front-country and backcountry is access.
- [Join a Women-Only Hike to Machu Picchu](https://explore-mag.com/join-a-women-only-hike-to-machu-picchu/) - "This is something that could change trekking in the Andes Mountains."
- [The Happy Camper: Top 5 New Pieces of Camp Gear](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-top-5-new-pieces-of-camp-gear/) - The Happy Camper reveals his top five picks for 2024 camp gear. These gear items provide added comfort at camp, equip you for camp cooking and make setup a breeze.
- [The Happy Camper: Nova Craft’s New 14-Foot Prospector](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-nova-crafts-new-14-foot-prospector/) - Nova Craft’s 16-foot Prospector has always been my preferred canoe. It’s the closest to the original Chestnut Prospector made in the late 1890s in Fredericton, New Brunswick. It's the perfect choice if you're just going to have one boat. It has great carrying capacity, stability in whitewater and on big lakes and can be easily
- [Study Finds Time in the Backcountry can Boost Mental Health](https://explore-mag.com/study-finds-time-in-the-backcountry-can-boost-mental-health/) - Unyoked, a backcountry cabin company, and AllTrails team up in a study to prove the powerful impacts nature can have on mental health.
- [The Best High Peak in the Adirondacks for Beginners](https://explore-mag.com/the-best-high-peak-in-the-adirondacks-for-beginners/) - Completion of all 46 high peaks in the Adirondacks in Upstate New York gains you access into the distinguished 46er club. Cascade Mountain is on elf the best peaks to start on.
- [Dancing in the Woods on Canada’s East Coast Trail](https://explore-mag.com/dancing-in-the-woods-on-canadas-east-coast-trail/) - The East Coast Trail edges along 336 kilometres of Newfoundland’s Avalon Peninsula and has superb ocean views while crossing through rugged wilderness and small communities.
- [What to Do in Twillingate: How to Make the Most of Your Visit](https://explore-mag.com/twillingate-iceberg-no-show-how-to-make-the-most-of-your-visit/) - What do you do in Newfoundland's Twillingate when the icebergs are nowhere in sight? Turns out, a whole lot. From scenic coastal hiking to lighthouse tours, Twillingate has plenty to offer.
- [The Best Cities for Birding in Canada](https://explore-mag.com/5-urban-hot-spots-to-see-birds-across-canada/) - New to birdwatching? Here’s how to get started in a Canadian city near you.
- [Battle of the Brands: Gear Test and Review](https://explore-mag.com/what-gear-do-you-need-to-hike-the-inca-trail-to-machu-picchu/) - Preparing to hike the Inca Trail in Peru is no small task. Managing Editor Alison tests all kinds of gear and trains for this 40-kilometre trek to Machu Picchu.
- [How to Take Better Photos Outside](https://explore-mag.com/nature-photography-tips-iphone/) - The best camera is the one you always have in your pocket.
- [Discover the Hike to Black Rock Mountain in Alberta](https://explore-mag.com/discover-the-hike-to-black-rock-mountain-in-alberta/) - Adventure starts before you even reach the trailhead of this 10 kilometre hike near Cochrane, Alberta. Black Rock Mountain is the perfect balance of reward and challenge.
- [Two Nights Camping in Jasper National Park](https://explore-mag.com/two-nights-camping-in-jasper-national-park/) - Have you been camping in Jasper National Park? This summer, managing editor Alison Hodgins and her partner, Tavis, were lucky enough to secure two nights at a campsite in Whistlers Campground.
- [6 Ultimate Gear Picks for the Lightweight Backpacker](https://explore-mag.com/gear_reviews_6_items_for_lightweight_backpacking/) - Are you heading on a backpacking trek this summer? Gear up right with these six lightweight essentials: Big Agnes Copper Spur UL2 ($679; bigagnes.com) Weighing in just over one kilogram, the Copper Spur is an easy, three-season, ultralight solution. The awning-style vestibules (that can be setup using your trekking poles) offer sun protection and weather protection
- [The Happy Camper: BLUETTI AC70P Is the Ultimate Power Solution at Home and on the Road](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-bluetti-ac70p-is-the-ultimate-power-solution-at-home-and-on-the-road/) - With more than enough battery capacity and eight charging options, the BLUETTI AC70P is the ultimate power source for everything from your electric grill on the road to your emergency power at home.
- [Discover These 3 Outdoor Wonders in BC’s Hidden Gem](https://explore-mag.com/discover-these-3-outdoor-wonders-in-bcs-hidden-gem/) - Prince George is a city defined by wilderness, making it a unique adventure and nature destination.
- [Time in the Wilderness Shaped the Happy Camper’s College Speech](https://explore-mag.com/time-in-the-wilderness-shaped-the-happy-campers-college-speech/) - Every time I walked up to the podium, I kept the speech in my pocket and just told stories of my time in the wilderness and what I learned about life by doing so.
- [The Cast Iron Pan is the Only Cookware Campers Need](https://explore-mag.com/the-cast-iron-pan-is-the-only-cookware-campers-need/) - The versatile, durable, easy-to-maintain cast iron pan is a game changer for camp cooking, allowing for a variety of cooking styles and methods.
- [Opinion: Please Don’t Blast Your Music on the Trail](https://explore-mag.com/opinion-please-dont-blast-your-music-on-the-trail/) - Playing music out loud in the sanctuary of the mountains, without the consent of the individuals around you, should be considered the eighth deadly sin.
- [Through the Heart of the North: Yamozha Expedition](https://explore-mag.com/through-the-heart-of-the-north-yamozha-expedition/) - After a sea kayak journey around the Darien Gap and a ski journey through the Baffin Mountains, Frank Wolf gears up for the grand finale of 2024—the Yamozha Expedition
- [The Happy Camper: Exploring and Camping Along the St. Lawrence](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-exploring-and-camping-along-the-st-lawrence/) - Parks of the St. Lawrence is one of the largest tourism destinations in Eastern Ontario. Rich with Canadian history and scenic parks, the opportunities to explore are endless.
- [Discover the Best Wildlife Hotspots on Newfoundland’s Avalon Peninsula](https://explore-mag.com/discover-the-best-wildlife-hotspots-on-newfoundlands-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.
- [The Happy Camper: Best Books for Park Employees to Read](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-best-books-for-park-employees-to-read/) - From writings on conservation to tales from the wilderness, the Happy Camper selects five of the best books to inspire the staff of Ontario Parks.
- [The Best Gear for Summer 2024](https://explore-mag.com/explore-summer-gear-guide-2024/) - From your head to your toes, here are 15 awesome gear items for Summer 2024.
- [How I broke my back snowboarding seven years ago today](https://explore-mag.com/how-i-broke-my-back-snowboarding-seven-years-ago-today/) - “I don’t think I’ll ever get used to this,” I admitted to my co-worker Frankie, beckoning to the striking blue mountains that surrounded us. The sun cast golden circles across the snow-laden wooden rooftops in the resort village of Alpe d’Huez in France. I never adjusted. Then again, I never really had the chance to. The two
- [10 of the Best Hikes Near Cochrane, Alberta](https://explore-mag.com/10-of-the-best-hikes-near-cochrane-alberta/) - The town of Cochrane sits at the doorstep of a variety of trail systems, boasting incredible views of the Rockies and the rolling foothills. And the best thing is you don't have to drive far to get to them.
- [Outdoor Dictionary: 20 Common Slang Words in the Adventure World](https://explore-mag.com/outdoor-dictionary-20-common-slang-words-in-the-adventure-world/) - Lingo in the world of adventure often sounds like a language of its own. These 20 slang words will expand your outdoor vocabulary
- [Hiking Rewind: Reconnecting With Canada Through Hiking](https://explore-mag.com/hiking-rewind-revisiting-the-canadian-hikes-that-shaped-my-childhood/) - In Canada, we have some of the most beautiful hiking in the world. Read about how one Canadian fell in love with outdoor adventure somewhere else.
- [Light and Fast: Testing KEEN's New NXIS Hiking Shoes](https://explore-mag.com/light-and-fast-testing-keens-new-nxis-hiking-shoes/) - I’ve often felt more limber while exercising in sneakers. The issue? A lack of durability, protection and confidence on the trail.
- [Go Here: Mashpi Lodge, Ecuador, is a Rainforest Haven](https://explore-mag.com/go-here-mashpi-lodge-ecuador-is-a-rainforest-haven/) - Deep in the Cloud Forest, buried between elephant ear leaves and tumbling vines, is a glass castle conducting scientific research. We're here to explore it. As we leave Quito, Ecuador, our group of journalists and nature-lovers spend three hours winding through small communities, twisting around volcanoes and peering out at terraced agriculture anomalies in our
- [8 Fitness Tips: How to Get Fit for Outdoor Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/fitness-tips-for-outdoor-adventurers/) - From specific workout plans, to everyday tips, to motivation and mindset goals and more—read on to uncover fitness tips that will work for you.
- [Score a Campsite With Parks Canada’s New Notify Me Option](https://explore-mag.com/score-a-campsite-with-parks-canadas-new-notify-me-option/) - The Parks Canada new 'Notify me' feature maximizes your chances of snagging a campsite reservation even during peak season.
- [7 Days in the Beautiful Sault Ste. Marie](https://explore-mag.com/7-days-in-sault-ste-marie-ontario/) - Here’s a weeklong outdoorsy itinerary for a perfect summer vacation in Sault Ste. Marie.
- [5 (Unpopular) Tips for the Best Camping Trips With Kids](https://explore-mag.com/5-unpopular-tips-for-the-best-camping-trips-with-kids/) - Camping trips with kids are the perfect opportunity to create memorable experiences while also building their skills, confidence and love for the outdoors.
- [The Happy Camper: Reviewing Helly Hansen’s New Verglas Outdoor Apparel](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-reviewing-helly-hansens-new-verglas-outdoor-apparel/) - The Happy Camper reviews Helly Hansen's new Verglas jacket and pants, two gear items that can withstand the tough conditions of all your summer adventures.
- [Easy Camp Cooking: The Best Campfire Apple Crisp](https://explore-mag.com/easy-camp-cooking-the-best-campfire-apple-crisp/) - Combining simple ingredients, this campfire apple crisp is an easy and versatile dessert that appeals to both kids and adults.
- [Park Swaps: Dupes for Canada’s Most Popular Outdoor Areas ](https://explore-mag.com/park-swaps-dupes-for-canadas-most-popular-outdoor-areas/) - Visit these five dupes for Canada's most popular outdoor areas. These lesser-known, yet equally incredible provincial parks will steer you clear of the crowds.
- [Tent 101 With MEC: How to Care for Your Tent](https://explore-mag.com/tent-101-with-mec/) - Here’s what you need to know to keep your tent in optimal condition and what to consider when it’s time to invest in a new one.
- [The 50 Best Hikes in the World](https://explore-mag.com/50_best_hikes_in_the_world/) - It’s a big, beautiful world out there. Let’s hike it. These are the best hikes in the world. Updated for 2022!
- [Canyon Creek Ice Cave Is a Unique Day Hike in Alberta](https://explore-mag.com/canyon-creek-ice-cave-is-a-unique-day-hike/) - Instead of summit views, this hike rewards your efforts with fascinating ice formations and impressive limestone walls as one of the closest accessible caves to Calgary.
- [Easy Camp Cooking: One-skillet Ratatouille](https://explore-mag.com/easy-camp-cooking-one-skillet-ratatouille/) - This camp-friendly one-skillet ratatouille recipe is highly customizable, allowing you to add your favourite veggies or anything else you may have on hand.
- [Best Designated Camping in Washington State](https://explore-mag.com/best_camping_in_washington_state/) - It's that time of year where the temperatures get warmer and a certain yearning sets in. A yearning to sleep under the stars right next to your favorite outdoor activities. Washington State is a popular destination for all manner of outdoor activities and it has the camping establishments that not only allow visitors to enjoy hiking, kayaking and exploring but provide a beauty all their own. What makes some of these camping areas the greatest in Washington is their close proximity to nearby attractions, their spacious sites with the privacy of nature and providing a unique view of the area.
- [Top 5 Places to See in Wild Northern Wyoming](https://explore-mag.com/explore-the-beauty-of-northern-wyoming-top-5-places-to-visit-on-your-road-trip-adventure/) - Buckle up for a road trip through northern Wyoming, a region often overlooked but packed with world-class natural wonders.
- [Blazing the Way: Trailblazers Camping and Outdoor Store](https://explore-mag.com/blazing-the-way-trailblazers-camping-and-outdoor-store/) - Looking back, Mark Denton recalls that it wasn’t always easy to turn his passion for the outdoors into a business.
- [The Happy Camper: How to Deal With Danger](https://explore-mag.com/the_happy_camper_how_to_deal_with_danger/) - Kevin Callan discusses five nightmare outdoor/camping scenarios — and how best to deal with them.
- [The Happy Camper: Exped Lyra 2 Tent Review](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-exped-lyra-2-tent-review/) - This is one unique three-season tent, perfect for both canoe tripping and backpacking excursions.
- [Everything I Need to Hike the Inca Trail in Peru ](https://explore-mag.com/everything-i-need-to-hike-the-inca-trail-in-peru/) - When I first decided to hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu in Peru, I had little idea what I was getting myself into.
- [Glamping Under the Stars in Utah](https://explore-mag.com/glamping-under-the-stars-in-utah/) - As I wander to my luxury tent at OpenSky, that dots an expansive field on the cusp of Utah’s wondrous Zion National Park, it feels like a walking dream.
- [Stay in the Heart of Nature on the Sunshine Coast](https://explore-mag.com/stay-sunshine-coast-backeddy-resort/) - Backeddy Resort & Marina offers a relaxing, secluded, cozy adventure base camp.
- [The Happy Camper: Algonquin’s Ralph Bice Lake](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-algonquins-ralph-bice-lake/) - Each spring, my regular canoe tripping buddies and I head out to the backcountry of Ontario’s Algonquin Provincial Park to hook into a trout or two, swat at some black flies, eat some good food and drag ourselves over some muddy portages.
- [Man Vs. Bear: Solo Women Who Hike and Camp Respond](https://explore-mag.com/man-vs-bear-solo-women-who-hike-and-camp-respond/) - A viral Tik Tok debate asks women if they would rather be alone in the woods with a man or a bear?
- [The Soundboks Go Speaker Promises Quality Audio On-The-Go](https://explore-mag.com/the-soundboks-go-speaker-promises-quality-audio-on-the-go/) - The speaker is dustproof and splashproof, with protection for the ocean, river or lake.
- [The Happy Camper: Two Amazing New Summer Reads](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-two-amazing-new-summer-reads/) - The Happy Camper reviews two great summer reads that will transport you into the landscapes of the Canadian wilderness.
- [Gear Review: The Differences Between Bear Spray vs Dog Coyote Spray](https://explore-mag.com/gear-review-the-differences-between-bear-spray-vs-dog-coyote-spray/) - Carrying dog spray or bear spray gives you the confidence to adventure farther and explore more. It’s important to know how and when to use each.
- [What on Earth is Freestyle SUP?](https://explore-mag.com/what-on-earth-is-freestyle-sup/) - Jump, flip, dance, spin! Welcome to the world of freestyle paddle boarding.
- [3 Awesome Canadian Winter Lodges](https://explore-mag.com/3_awesome_canadian_winter_lodges/) - Explore the best of the Canadian winter at one of these amazing backcountry lodges in Alberta, Newfoundland and Labrador and Ontario.
- [20 Dog-friendly Hiking Trails near Saskatoon](https://explore-mag.com/20-dog-friendly-hiking-trails-near-saskatoon/) - Hiking trails and parks you and your pupper will love!
- [Hiking To the Roof of New York: Adventure in the Adirondacks](https://explore-mag.com/hiking-to-the-roof-of-new-york-adventure-in-the-adirondacks/) - Situated in New York State just south of both the Ontario and Quebec border, the park is approximately 3.5 times the size of Algonquin Park, comprising of wilderness areas, private land and towns nestled between the trees.
- [10 of the Best Hikes Near Quesnel, BC](https://explore-mag.com/10-of-the-best-hikes-near-quesnel-bc/) - Visitors enjoy mountain biking, fly fishing, snow sports in winter and hiking. In fact, hiking might be the biggest draw. So we put together 10 of our favourite trails in and around Quesnel, BC:
- [10 of the Best Hikes Near Grande Prairie, Alberta](https://explore-mag.com/10-of-the-best-hikes-near-grande-prairie-alberta/) - With the mountains only a couple of hours drive away, hiking trails are plentiful, uncrowded (except for wildlife) and full of natural beauty.
- [Walking With Wolves in Golden, BC](https://explore-mag.com/walking_with_wolves_in_golden_bc/) - Go Walking With Wolves — a unique, immersive wildlife experience in BC’s Kootenay-Rockies offered by the Northern Lights Wildlife Wolf Centre — and see a grey wolf close-up. (With video & image gallery!)
- [When to Reserve Your Camping Trip in AB and BC for 2023](https://explore-mag.com/when-to-reserve-your-camping-trip-in-ab-and-bc-for-2023/) - These front- and backcountry campsites deserve a spot at the top of your list.
- [How to Camp in Style](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-camp-in-style/) - Whatever your outdoor vibe, choose from the below items to decorate your campsite in a way that’s true to your style as a camper.
- [Canada's 35 Best Campsites](https://explore-mag.com/canadas-35-best-campsites/) - We scoured Canada from the West Coast, to the Maritimes, to the remote Arctic, and uncovered our 35 BEST campsites. Updated for 2023.
- [Tips for booking park campsites in Canada](https://explore-mag.com/tips-for-booking-at-canadas-parks/) - A list of online resources to make the process easier
- [Hiking the Incredible Sunshine Coast Trail](https://explore-mag.com/hiking_the_incredible_sunshine_coast_trail/) - Canada’s longest hut-to-hut hiking trail—oh, and it's free.
- [Gear You Need for Your Next Hike](https://explore-mag.com/gear-you-need-for-your-next-hike/) - Whether you are hiking on cool, rainy days, sun-drenched trails or fun, easy treks, you need to get geared up for your next hiking adventure
- [15 Amazing Outdoor Programs for Adventurous Kids of All Ages Across Canada](https://explore-mag.com/15-amazing-outdoor-programs-for-adventurous-kids-of-all-ages-across-canada/) - From coast to coast, Canada is full of incredible programs, camps and experiences that inspire kids of all ages to love the outdoors. Whether your family is into long days spent free-playing in the forest or you prefer a more skills-based environment, there’s something to suit everyone, from tots to teens. From wilderness schools and
- [Gear Guide: Best Pants for Outdoor Adventure](https://explore-mag.com/gear_guide_best_pants_for_outdoor_adventure/) - Eight new pairs of outdoor adventure pants to keep you comfortable, safe, warm, dry and, yes, even looking good.
- [Six Reasons Rossland, BC, Should be Your Winter Escape](https://explore-mag.com/six-reasons-rossland-bc-should-be-your-winter-escape/) - Rossland is an active, funky Kootenay town the way you want one to be. And this mountain ‘burg should to be your winter escape this month. Here are six reasons why:
- [The Best Places to See the Northern Lights in Saskatchewan](https://explore-mag.com/6-top-spots-to-see-northern-lights-in-saskatchewan/) - It's time to get outside and enjoy the prime northern lights season in Saskatchewan! Here are five spots to visit to get the optimal aurora borealis experience.
- [Drifting Into the Past: Paddling Through Mi'kmaw History](https://explore-mag.com/drifting-into-the-past-paddling-through-mikmaw-history/) - Join this author on an adventure to New Brunswick, learning about Mi’kmaw history, paddling the river and eating delicious food.
- [The Happy Camper: TVO Original Documentary TRIPPING The French River  ](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-tvo-original-documentary-tripping-the-french-river/) - Embark on a historical and immersive journey along Ontario’s French River in TVO's newest documentary
- [35 of Canada's best hikes](https://explore-mag.com/guides-e-books/) - All new! We scoured Canada from the West Coast, to the Maritimes, to the remote Arctic, and uncovered Canada's 35 Greatest Hikes
- [10 of the Best Hiking Trails Near Ottawa](https://explore-mag.com/10-of-the-best-hiking-trails-near-ottawa/) - 10 trails that will get you off the sofa and into the woods in and around Ottawa, Ontario. Updated for 2021.
- [How to Spot Owls in the Winter Across Canada](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-spot-owls-in-the-winter-across-canada/) - Looking to spot an owl this winter? Here's everything you need to know!
- [16 Incredible National Parks Experiences in Ontario and Quebec](https://explore-mag.com/16-incredible-national-parks-experiences-in-ontario-and-quebec/) - Have you taken advantage of Parks Canada's Discovery Pass this year? To celebrate Canada's 150th—the federal agency is offering FREE admission to all national parks, national historic sites and national marine conservation areas throughout 2017. (Plus, free seasonal lockage too, on national historic waterways.) We're continuing our look at some of the BEST ways to...
- [Opinion: Campsites in Canada Are Way Too Difficult to Book](https://explore-mag.com/opinion-campsites-in-canada-are-way-too-difficult-to-book/) - Why is it so dang difficult to book a summer camping trip in Canada these days?
- [The Happy Camper: Canadian Canoe Museum’s Paddle-Carving Workshop](https://explore-mag.com/the_happy_camper_canadian_canoe_museums_paddle-carving_workshop/) - Looking for a great gift to give this season? Sign someone up for one of the Canadian Canoe Museum's paddle-carving workshops.
- [The Happy Camper: A Canoe Trip Around Killarney, Family Style (Part 4)](https://explore-mag.com/the_happy_camper_a_canoe_trip_around_killarney_family_style_part_4/) - Kevin Callan discusses humanity while on a family canoe trip in Ontario's Killarney Provincial Park.
- [Hosted Trip: Join The Happy Camper in the Florida Everglades](https://explore-mag.com/florida/) - Take a break from winter this year and join Kevin Callan — The Happy Camper — on an exciting paddling trip in the Florida Everglades. Book now, space is limited. Read on to find out more:
- [The Happy Camper: Wild Edibles](https://explore-mag.com/the_happy_camper_wild_edibles/) - Kevin Callan dishes on wild edibles, with an extensive list of wild edible plants found across North America.
- [More FEAT Speakers Announced: Show Set For March 7](https://explore-mag.com/more_feat_speakers_announced_show_set_for_march_7/) - More FEAT Speakers Announced: Show Set For March 7. Get tickets for FEAT 2014 14 an evening of fascinating adventure and expedition talks in Vancouver, BC.
- [Roundup: Our Favourite Gear of the Year](https://explore-mag.com/roundup-our-favourite-gear-of-the-year/) - Let's take a look at the our favourite outdoors gear thus far in 2017. From tents, to tarps, to gadgets and more—we wholeheartedly approve of these items:
- [7 of the Best Places to See the Northern Lights in Canada](https://explore-mag.com/7-of-the-best-places-to-see-the-northern-lights-in-canada/) - The Aurora Borealis appears over northern Canada in the winter. Here's where to spot it
- [Banff's Aurora Chasers](https://explore-mag.com/banffs_aurora_chasers/) - Or, how to pursue the Northern Lights from decidedly southern vantage points. Learn more about a photographer who chases the aurora borealis in Banff.
- [7 Best Northern Lights Locations in Canada](https://explore-mag.com/7_best_northern_lights_locations_in_canada/) - If you want to see the Northern Lights this year, here seven of Canada 19s best aurora viewing locations:
- [Less office, more park: Hiep Vu & Susan Tree](https://explore-mag.com/less-office-more-park-hiep-vu-susan-tree/) - Journalist Susan Tree and photographer/director Hiep Vu try to get outside as much as they can. We asked them about their recess styles and what they love most about the outdoors, and here's what they had to say.
- [Outdoor Activities and Fun Adventures in El Paso](https://explore-mag.com/outdoor-activities-and-fun-adventures-in-el-paso/) - Blessed with some 300 calendar days of sunshine, El Paso, Texas has something that Canadians sorely crave in winter: long, moderately warm days of outdoor adventure.
- [Just Look Up: How to Read the Night Sky and Stars](https://explore-mag.com/just-look-up-how-to-read-the-night-sky-and-stars/) - Whether it’s gaping at the Milky Way on a frozen night or gushing over a late summer meteor shower, the stars always leave me awash with a mixture of awe and content. Since learning more about the constellations above us on a wilderness trip, my husband and I refer to the stars as our
- [Satellite Personal Locator Beacons-Which One Is Best For Your Needs?](https://explore-mag.com/satellite-personal-locator-beaconswhich-one-is-best-for-your-needs/) - Emergency satellite beacons have evolved beyond simple tracking devices to also allow text messaging, navigation and other features. Let's take a look at the most popular options.
- [10 Unusual Items That Will Make Your Campsite Awesome](https://explore-mag.com/10-unusual-items-that-will-make-your-summer-campsite-awesome/) - Looking to spruce up your campsite? Look to these unusual, but awesome, items you likely don't (yet) own:
- [Hiking and Camping Gear + Eco-Friendly Outdoors Tips for Your Next Adventure](https://explore-mag.com/hiking-and-camping-gear-eco-friendly-outdoors-tips-for-your-next-adventure/) - Eliminating excess gear, especially on a day-hike, makes your adventure more comfortable and enjoyable. All it takes is a few functional, intentional items to get you up and down the trail comfortably and safely.
- [Gear Review: BlistWool to Prevent Blisters When Hiking](https://explore-mag.com/gear-review-blistwool-to-prevent-blisters-when-hiking/) - Would you try this natural blister prevention technique?
- [Alternatives to Generators for RV Campers](https://explore-mag.com/alternatives-to-generators-for-rv-campers/) - Around a year ago, I wrote an article that was kind of controversial. Frustrated with the annoying buzz of generators in front-country campgrounds, I spoke with parks officers and suggested solutions for campers who don’t want to be around a churning battery. Still, I understood some people need generators, and others...
- [The Happy Camper: Experiential Christmas Presents](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-experiential-christmas-presents/) - Don’t know what to get for that special someone this Christmas? Why not give them a hands-on outdoorsy workshop?
- [4 Easy and Delicious Breakfast Ideas for your Next Camping Trip](https://explore-mag.com/4-easy-and-delicious-breakfast-ideas-for-your-next-camping-trip/) - Kira Hak shares her camping hacks... for breakfast ideas in nature!
- [Happy Camper: Old-Time Camp Recipes](https://explore-mag.com/happy-camper-old-time-camp-recipes/) - Sometimes you just can't improve on a classic. These two camp recipes stand the test of time:
- [Best of Explore: Camping Gear](https://explore-mag.com/best-of-explore-camping-gear/) - Here are the 6 best camping gear items for outdoor enthusiasts.
- [The Way of the Wolf: Interview with Nicolas Roulx of Expedition AKOR](https://explore-mag.com/the-way-of-the-wolf-interview-with-nicolas-roux-of-expedition-akor/) - I first heard about Expedition AKOR about a year ago. They were planning an epic, first-ever 7,600-kilometre self-propelled journey...
- [Gear Guide: Keep Warm, Keep Cool](https://explore-mag.com/gear_guide_keep_warm_keep_cool/) - Are you looking to keep your body warm and your drinks cool? (Or hot?) Check these two items out:
- [The Happy Camper: Unique Christmas Gifts](https://explore-mag.com/the_happy_camper_unique_christmas_gifts/) - Kevin Callan lists some of his top picks for unique gifts for the camper on your Christmas list:
- [Why Sailing Should Be Your Next Outdoor Adventure](https://explore-mag.com/why-sailing-should-be-your-next-outdoor-adventure/) - Have you ever dreamed of gliding effortlessly across open water? Spotting seabirds, marine life and being one with the waves? Then you need to check out Steve and Doris Colgate's Offshore Sailing School.
- [20 High Adrenaline Adventures in the USA](https://explore-mag.com/20-high-adrenaline-adventures-in-the-usa/) - All about those heart-pumping, slightly terrifying outdoor adventures? Have we got the list for you! Check out these 20 USA-based adrenaline activities.
- [Alaska's Alternative Cruise Ships: Riding the State Ferries](https://explore-mag.com/alaskas-alternative-cruise-ships-riding-the-state-ferries/) - In a state not over-endowed with smooth asphalt, it is no surprise to find that one of Alaska’s main ‘highways’ runs across water rather than land—from the sheltered inlets of the Inside Passage all the way to the open seas of the choppy North Pacific. The so-called Alaska Marine Highway is so iconic that it’s
- [Best Designated Camping in Utah](https://explore-mag.com/best_designated_camping_in_utah/) - Whether visitors flock to Utah for its hiking, biking, climbing, white water rafting or any other outdoor recreation, they will undoubtedly need a place to stay.
- [Why we should have the right to explore private land](https://explore-mag.com/why-we-should-have-the-right-to-explore-private-land/) - J.B. MacKinnon makes the case for occupying the wild
- [We Need To Talk About Instagram Culture in the Outdoors](https://explore-mag.com/we-need-to-talk-about-instagram-culture-in-the-outdoors/) - Instagram culture is pervasive in the outdoors. Let's talk about it.
- [The Happy Camper: Northern Ontario Parks Road Tour (Part 1)](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-northern-ontario-parks-road-tour-part-1/) - The beginning of an epic trip in northern Ontario from the Happy Camper
- [Profile: Canadian Ultra-Adventurer Ray Zahab](https://explore-mag.com/profile-canadian-ultra-adventurer-ray-zahab/) - Canada’s ultra-positive ultra-adventurer delivers the world to the classroom (and the classroom to the world).
- [Raven Dances & Barnacle Stigmata on the Fundy Footpath](https://explore-mag.com/raven_dances__barnacle_stigmata/) - Reflections from a September 2014 challenging solo-backpacking adventure along New Brunswick's Fundy Footpath.
- [Profile: Jordan Jonas, Winner of Alone Season 6](https://explore-mag.com/profile-jordan-jonas-winner-of-alone-season-6/) - Jordan Jonas isn’t a stranger to being alone—his life experiences with isolation helped him win The History Channel’s survival show Alone.
- [The Happy Camper: Camp Gear for the Dog](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-camp-gear-for-the-dog/) - You have the best gear for yourself—but what about your dog? Kevin Callan digs into some great finds from Ruffwear.
- [Hiking Etiquette 101: Rules and Guidelines to Abide by on the Trail](https://explore-mag.com/hiking-etiquette-rules-and-guidelines-to-abide-by-on-the-trail/) - We want everyone to feel empowered, safe and welcome in the outdoors, so we created this handy guide to refresh your knowledge of hiking trail etiquette. Even seemingly simple matters, like leashed dogs and playing music from your phone, can go a long way to make the outdoors enjoyable for everyone.
- [The Happy Camper: Three New Books on Wilderness Lifestyles](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-three-new-books-on-wilderness-lifestyles/) - Looking for a new outdoor adventure read? Here are three options recommended by the Happy Camper
- [An Ode to Mammoth Lakes: The Best-Kept Secret Mountain Town in California](https://explore-mag.com/an-ode-to-mammoth-lakes-the-best-kept-secret-mountain-town-in-california/) - Hot springs, hiking trails, cozy village vibes and the longest ski season in the USA
- [Way of the Wolf: An Interview with Adam Weymouth, author of "Kings of the Yukon"](https://explore-mag.com/way-of-the-wolf-an-interview-with-adam-weymouth-author-of-kings-of-the-yukon/) - A review of the book "Kings of the Yukon" and an interview with its author Adam Weymouth.
- [The Happy Camper: Review of Roy MacGregor’s Canoe Country: The Making of Canada](https://explore-mag.com/the_happy_camper_review_of_roy_mcgregors_canoe_country_the_making_of_canada/) - Kevin Callan reviews Roy MacGregor’s Canoe Country: The Making of Canada—a study of how the canoe defined a country.
- [Five Epic Days: Hiking the Nootka Trail on Vancouver Island, British Columbia](https://explore-mag.com/five-epic-days-hiking-the-nootka-trail-on-vancouver-island-british-columbia/) - Keep the Pacific on your right—five days hiking BC’s OTHER coastal backpacking route.
- [15 Places to Camp for Free in Newfoundland & Labrador](https://explore-mag.com/15-places-to-camp-for-free-in-newfoundland-labrador/) - For a rock in the Atlantic Ocean, Newfoundland has a lot to offer the intrepid camper.
- [8 Jaw-Dropping Wildlife Experiences in Canada](https://explore-mag.com/8-jaw-dropping-wildlife-experiences-in-canada/) - Are you looking for unique and wild experiences you can only have in Canada? Prepare yourself for eight essential wildlife adventures that are sure to BLOW YOUR MIND.
- [How to Poop in the Outdoors](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-poop-in-the-outdoors/) - Once you’ve perfected outdoor poops, they can actually be pleasant experiences, often superior to using an indoor toilet, because of perks like the view, the privacy and, sometimes, a nice breeze on your bum.
- [Winter Backcountry Hygiene Tips for Pees, Poops and Periods](https://explore-mag.com/winter-backcountry-hygiene-tips-for-pees-poops-periods/) - Dealing with toilet hygiene in the backcountry is complicated enough when the temperatures aren't below freezing. Add in high winds, thigh-deep snow and temperatures in the negative double digits, and it can be seriously discouraging for people who menstruate.
- [Arc'teryx Gives Back](https://explore-mag.com/arcteryx-gives-back/) - Arc'teryx's Bird’s Nest cape makes winter easier for our most vulnerable citizens.
- [Storm Watching in Ontario Parks](https://explore-mag.com/storm_watching_in_ontario_parks/) - Visit Ontario's Great Lakes provincial parks and experience an amazing storm watching adventure this November.
- [How to Avoid Getting Injured on Hikes and Outdoor Adventures](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-avoid-getting-injured-on-hikes-and-outdoor-adventures/) - Common outdoor injuries include cuts and scrapes, bruises, burns (sun and fire), bug bites, sprains and dehydration. Some are inevitable, but you don’t have to be a paramedic know how to avoid and deal with injuries when they happen!
- [Buyer's Guide: Tents](https://explore-mag.com/buyers-guide-tents-sleeping-bags/) - How do you choose the right tent and sleeping bag? Both are key elements to a good night outdoors — here is our guide on how to choose correctly:
- [On the Peak, On the Edge: My Hike in Search of Critically Endangered Atlantic Caribou](https://explore-mag.com/on-the-peak-on-the-edge-my-hike-in-search-of-critically-endangered-atlantic-caribou/) - How far would you go to find the last of the Atlantic caribou?
- [Kayaking With Belugas and Hiking Near Polar Bears: The Best Summer Adventures in Churchill, Manitoba, Canada](https://explore-mag.com/kayaking-with-belugas-and-hiking-near-polar-bears-the-best-summer-adventures-in-churchill-manitoba-canada/) - There’s something in the air in Churchill that makes you feel alive
- [The Happy Camper: Why I Use Hiking Poles](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-why-to-use-hiking-poles/) - Do you use trekking poles? The Happy Camper tests out a pair of collapsible hiking poles.
- [The Happy Camper: Free Camping on Crown Land](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-camping-on-crown-land/) - Most of Ontario's wilderness is completely free to camp in. Here's how.
- [10 Hikes Rich with History](https://explore-mag.com/10-hikes-rich-with-history/) - Each of these hikes carries stories from the past, still impacting the people who tread upon them today.
- [Surfing: Your New Favourite Winter Sport](https://explore-mag.com/surfing-your-new-favourite-winter-sport/) - Your guide to winter surfing in Canada
- [How to Safely View Wildlife From Your Car in the Canadian Rocky Mountains](https://explore-mag.com/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.
- [6 iPhone apps for the outdoors](https://explore-mag.com/6-iphone-apps-outdoors/) - Some of our picks for the best apps to have in the wild
- [Gear Up: Get Equipped for Mellow Spring Outings](https://explore-mag.com/gear-up-get-equipped-for-mellow-spring-outings/) - You're likely not venturing far this spring. But even if it's just for backyard adventures or dog-walking, we have some prime gear:
- [The Best Hidden Hot Springs in British Columbia](https://explore-mag.com/best_hidden_hot_springs_in_british_columbia/) - Let's explore the most amazing natural hot springs in British Columbia, Canada. Updated for 2022.
- [Profile: Ultra-Runner Rob Krar](https://explore-mag.com/profile_ultra-runner_rob_krar/) - Canada’s top competitive ultra-runner achieves physical excellence and mental balance.
- [The Happy Camper: Doomsday Camp Stoves](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-doomsday-camp-stoves/) - Is a growing trend of campers using "stick stoves" over fossil-fuel powered units due to the rise in Doomsday Prepper Culture?
- [Top outdoor charity events](https://explore-mag.com/top-outdoor-charity-events/) - Check out our list of some of 2012's most promising charity events for you to get involved in
- [The Way of the Wolf: A Day's Paddle on Lake of the Woods](https://explore-mag.com/the-way-of-the-wolf-a-days-paddle-on-lake-of-the-woods/) - In Frank's words, "Lake of the Woods is beautiful—the best spot since we paddled through the North East section of Superior."
- [The Happy Camper: Camper Christina Talks About Solo Camping for Women](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-camper-christina-talks-about-solo-camping-for-women/) - Kevin Callan went on a canoe trip with "Camper Christina" to discuss solo wilderness travel from a woman's perspective.
- [10 Unique Places to Pitch a Tent in Ontario this Summer](https://explore-mag.com/10-unique-places-to-pitch-a-tent-in-ontario-this-summer/) - Planning a camping trip in Ontario this summer? These unique options give an exciting, new feel to a favourite adventure
- [Don’t be afraid to get dirty: Fool-proof ways to clean up on your next adventure](https://explore-mag.com/fool-proof-ways-to-get-cleanly-at-the-campsite/) - Brought to you by our friends at Epic Wipes The world is a dirty place. There's good dirt: the well-earned kind that gets under your fingernails while camping in the backcountry; and bad dirt: the sticky kind that breeds funk. Of course the outdoor crowd expects to get a little (or a...
- [Gear Guide: Outdoor Gear from Recycled Plastic](https://explore-mag.com/gear-guide-outdoor-gear-from-recycled-plastic/) - Six new products giving ocean-going garbage a new life.
- [Snowshoeing at Cypress Mountain: Lights to the Lodge](https://explore-mag.com/snowshoeing-at-cypress-mountain-experiencing-lights-to-the-lodge/) - The lights are an ingenious addition to the snowshoe trails, making them a spectacle all on their own. My snowshoes dig into the narrow, ice-crusted trail as we make our way to the historic Hollyburn Lodge.
- [8 Easy, Kid-Friendly Hiking Trails for the Whole Family Near Toronto](https://explore-mag.com/8-easy-kid-friendly-hiking-trails-for-the-whole-family-near-toronto/) - Got a toddler, teenager or child anywhere in-between you want to take for a short, easy hike around Toronto?
- [6 Spooky Outdoor Adventures for Halloween](https://explore-mag.com/6-spooky-outdoor-adventures-for-halloween/) - This Halloween, go for a spooky adventure!
- [Adventure Book Review and Q&A: Traveling with Ghosts by Shannon Leone Fowler](https://explore-mag.com/book-review-and-author-qa-traveling-with-ghosts-by-shannon-leone-fowler/) - When you’re on holiday, soaking in the tropical vibes of Thailand as a young adventurer, the last thing you expect is the sudden death of your fiancé. Yet that’s what happened to Shannon Leone Fowler, the author of Traveling with Ghosts. When 25-year-old Sean was stung by a box jellyfish...
- [We Found A Pair of Powder Paradises](https://explore-mag.com/we-found-a-pair-of-powder-paradises/) - A powder palace may be just what you need. Make play plans to visit one of these snowy gems.
- [10 of the Best Ski Resorts in Ontario](https://explore-mag.com/10-of-the-best-ski-resorts-in-ontario/) - 'Tis the ski-son... at Ontario's best ski resorts
- [The Happy Camper: Menu Planning 101](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-menu-planning-101/) - Kevin Callan dishes out advice on how to make cheap, nutritious and lightweight camping meals from bulk-store ingredients like quinoa, couscous, millet, beans and TVP.
- [The Happy Camper: Dehydrating Yogurt](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-dehydrating-yogurt/) - Yes - you can dehydrate yogurt, and it makes for a tasty, high-protein and relatively long-lasting camp food. Here's a recipe to try today:
- [How to be the ultimate camp chef](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-be-the-ultimate-camp-chef/) - Learn how to organize a quick breakfast, fancy dinner and delicious dessert on your next camping trip
- [The Happy Camper: How to Dehydrate Camp Food](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-dehydrate-camp-food/) - New ideas for well-preserved and tasty outdoor meals — perfect for a gourmet camp dinner!
- [The Ultimate Essential Camping Gear Checklist](https://explore-mag.com/essential-camping-gear-checklist/) - Use this checklist as a guide to pack for your next wilderness excursion.
- [Get Gritty: A Guide to Success Outdoors](https://explore-mag.com/get_gritty_a_guide_to_success_outdoors/) - Outdoor enthusiasts are in prime position to build “grit”—considered the single-most important personality trait in successful people.
- [Feat Speaker Series Aimee Dunn](https://explore-mag.com/feat_speaker_series_aimee_dunn/) - 1. Just go! Things will never be ideal; the house clean, kids perfectly content for example, but if the kids are cared for and house is liveable then make a clean break and get outside for some fun. 2. 10 minute rule – if I feel unmotivated, weather is crap or...
- [My students graduate - holy crap!](https://explore-mag.com/my-students-graduate-holy-crap/) - Speaking of spending time in the woods with students - it's not as easy as it once was when I worked in the Outdoor Education field back in the 1980s. The amount of paperwork and politics needed to do anything different in the school system these days is absolutely insane. And at the same time,
- [Feeling Lost? How Orienteering Can Help You Find Your Way](https://explore-mag.com/feeling-lost-how-orienteering-can-help-you-find-your-way/) - Has the last year resulted in you feeling directionless? As we struggle with feeling somewhat lost these days, one good strategy can be to get out and try something new....
- [Earth Day 2012 events](https://explore-mag.com/earth-day-2012-events/) - From the dozens of events taking place, coast-to-coast-to-coast, we culled the most explore worthy. For a full list of events visit EarthDay.ca. And to get geared up in a sustainable and earth conscious way check out our picks for Earth Day gear.
- [How to walk from Jasper, AB to Mexico: A Short Guide to Long-Distance Hiking](https://explore-mag.com/how-to-walk-from-jasper-ab-to-mexico-a-short-guide-to-long-distance-hiking/) - How far have you trekked? This is one epic journey...
- [Outdoor Clubs Across Canada](https://explore-mag.com/outdoor_clubs_across_canada/) - Whether you are looking for a local volunteer group or a national organization with local subgroups, you’ll be able to find an outdoors club that suits you best almost anywhere in Canada:
- [Explore's Winter Adventure Roundup](https://explore-mag.com/explores-winter-adventure-roundup/) - Winter isn't done yet! There's still time to tackle an epic snowy adventure. Need inspiration? Read on:
- [The Happy Camper: The Canadian Canoe Museum is Moving](https://explore-mag.com/the_happy_camper_the_canadian_canoe_museum_is_moving/) - The Canadian Canoe Museum is moving! (And also, they need to raise $45 million.)
- [Cameras in Canada's Backcountry?](https://explore-mag.com/surveillance_cameras_in_canadas_backcountry/) - The curious case of cameras in our national parks — what do you think?
- [Bumps, Bruises & Adrenaline in Bolivia](https://explore-mag.com/bumps_bruises_and_adrenaline_in_bolivia/) - Great activities, adventures and excitement blends with problem-solving and disruption to create a very memorable experience in Bolivia.
- [3 Essential Camping Skills](https://explore-mag.com/3-essential-camping-skills-2/) - So you can set up a tent in two minutes, roast a marshmallow to perfection and you’re a pro backpack-packer? Well, here are three more essential camping skills to master:
- [The Happy Camper: New Traditional Canadian Canoe Packs](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-new-traditional-canadian-canoe-packs/) - New canoe pack comparison by the Happy Camper
- [3 New Jackets For Spring](https://explore-mag.com/3-new-jackets-for-spring/) - April showers bring May flowers — but until May comes, we have those pesky showers to deal with… If you’re looking for some new outwear to take spring for all it’s worth, check out these new offerings from Mountain Hardwear, Marmot and The North Face:
- [An Ode to the Hikers that Leave Bags of Dog Poop on the Trail](https://explore-mag.com/an-ode-to-the-hikers-that-leave-bags-of-dog-poop-on-the-trail/) - Funny, witty and utterly relatable, read this article if you've ever spotted a bag of dog poop on the trail and thought... seriously?!
- [Is It Safe to Eat Snow? Tips for Finding Water in the Winter](https://explore-mag.com/is-it-safe-to-eat-snow-tips-for-finding-water-in-winter/) - Can you eat fresh snow while on outdoor adventures? How else can you find water?
- [Doggone Good Gear: Get Your Dog Equipped for Outdoor Adventure](https://explore-mag.com/doggone-good-gear-get-your-dog-equipped-for-outdoor-adventure/) - Six editor-tested items for your outdoorsy dog.
- [The Happy Camper: Cold Season Camping Comforts](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-cold-season-camping-comforts/) - Tips from the Happy Camper for enjoyable autumn adventures paddling and camping
- [The Happy Camper: Let's Go Kayaking](https://explore-mag.com/the-happy-camper-lets-go-kayaking/) - Kevin Callan gets into a kayak alongside Camper Christina. Will wonders never cease?
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- [Sault Ste. Marie](https://explore-mag.com/tag/sault-ste-marie/)
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- [Safety](https://explore-mag.com/tag/safety/)
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- [tent](https://explore-mag.com/tag/tent/)
- [MEC](https://explore-mag.com/tag/mec/)
- [Algonquin](https://explore-mag.com/tag/algonquin/)
- [beautiful BC](https://explore-mag.com/tag/beautiful-bc/)
- [British Columbia](https://explore-mag.com/tag/british-columbia/)
- [Peru](https://explore-mag.com/tag/peru/)
- [Gear review](https://explore-mag.com/tag/gear-review/)
- [Canoe Camping](https://explore-mag.com/tag/canoe-camping/)
- [Camp Cooking](https://explore-mag.com/tag/camp-cooking/)
- [Meals](https://explore-mag.com/tag/meals/)
- [Local Buisness](https://explore-mag.com/tag/local-buisness/)
- [Review](https://explore-mag.com/tag/review/)
- [Trail Review](https://explore-mag.com/tag/trail-review/)
- [National Parks](https://explore-mag.com/tag/national-parks/)
- [Hiking Apparel](https://explore-mag.com/tag/hiking-apparel/)
- [The Happy Camper](https://explore-mag.com/tag/the-happy-camper/)
- [Campfire](https://explore-mag.com/tag/campfire/)
- [C aping](https://explore-mag.com/tag/c-aping/)
- [Hking](https://explore-mag.com/tag/hking/)
- [Kids](https://explore-mag.com/tag/kids/)
- [Tips](https://explore-mag.com/tag/tips/)
- [Terms](https://explore-mag.com/tag/terms/)
- [Outdoor](https://explore-mag.com/tag/outdoor/)
- [Outdoor education](https://explore-mag.com/tag/outdoor-education/)
- [Happy Camper](https://explore-mag.com/tag/happy-camper/)
- [Wilderness](https://explore-mag.com/tag/wilderness/)
- [Opinion](https://explore-mag.com/tag/opinion/)
- [Music on trails](https://explore-mag.com/tag/music-on-trails/)
- [trail etiquette](https://explore-mag.com/tag/trail-etiquette/)
- [North](https://explore-mag.com/tag/north/)
- [NWT](https://explore-mag.com/tag/nwt/)
- [St. Lawrence](https://explore-mag.com/tag/st-lawrence/)
- [Photography](https://explore-mag.com/tag/photography/)
- [Newfoundland](https://explore-mag.com/tag/newfoundland/)
- [birdwatching](https://explore-mag.com/tag/birdwatching/)
- [Conservation](https://explore-mag.com/tag/conservation/)
- [Parks](https://explore-mag.com/tag/parks/)
- [iPhone](https://explore-mag.com/tag/iphone/)
- [photography tips](https://explore-mag.com/tag/photography-tips/)
- [Video](https://explore-mag.com/tag/video/)
- [Trekking](https://explore-mag.com/tag/trekking/)
- [Scrambling](https://explore-mag.com/tag/scrambling/)
- [Skills](https://explore-mag.com/tag/skills/)
- [East Coast Trail](https://explore-mag.com/tag/east-coast-trail/)
- [Summit](https://explore-mag.com/tag/summit/)
- [PEI](https://explore-mag.com/tag/pei/)
- [prince edward island](https://explore-mag.com/tag/prince-edward-island/)
- [island walk](https://explore-mag.com/tag/island-walk/)
- [Study](https://explore-mag.com/tag/study/)
- [Outdoors](https://explore-mag.com/tag/outdoors/)
- [Well-being](https://explore-mag.com/tag/well-being/)
- [Fly-fishing](https://explore-mag.com/tag/fly-fishing/)
- [Prepare](https://explore-mag.com/tag/prepare/)
- [fishing](https://explore-mag.com/tag/fishing/)
- [west coast](https://explore-mag.com/tag/west-coast/)
- [ucluelet](https://explore-mag.com/tag/ucluelet/)
- [Emergency](https://explore-mag.com/tag/emergency/)
- [Trees](https://explore-mag.com/tag/trees/)
- [National park](https://explore-mag.com/tag/national-park/)
- [hiking tours](https://explore-mag.com/tag/hiking-tours/)
- [small group hike](https://explore-mag.com/tag/small-group-hike/)
- [canadian company](https://explore-mag.com/tag/canadian-company/)
- [Lifestyle](https://explore-mag.com/tag/lifestyle/)
- [Solo female](https://explore-mag.com/tag/solo-female/)
- [Footwear](https://explore-mag.com/tag/footwear/)
- [Micro adventure](https://explore-mag.com/tag/micro-adventure/)
- [Family friendly](https://explore-mag.com/tag/family-friendly/)
- [museum](https://explore-mag.com/tag/museum/)
- [Trailhead](https://explore-mag.com/tag/trailhead/)
- [Etiquette](https://explore-mag.com/tag/etiquette/)
- [thru-hiking](https://explore-mag.com/tag/thru-hiking/)
- [Running](https://explore-mag.com/tag/running/)
- [Cross country skiing](https://explore-mag.com/tag/cross-country-skiing/)
- [Lodge](https://explore-mag.com/tag/lodge/)
- [Yukon](https://explore-mag.com/tag/yukon/)
- [Guide](https://explore-mag.com/tag/guide/)
- [Fall](https://explore-mag.com/tag/fall/)
- [Essentials](https://explore-mag.com/tag/essentials/)
- [Okanagan lake](https://explore-mag.com/tag/okanagan-lake/)
- [Fuel free almost](https://explore-mag.com/tag/fuel-free-almost/)
- [Puffins](https://explore-mag.com/tag/puffins/)
- [Machias Seal Island](https://explore-mag.com/tag/machias-seal-island/)
- [Razorbills](https://explore-mag.com/tag/razorbills/)
- [New Brunswick](https://explore-mag.com/tag/new-brunswick/)
- [Maine](https://explore-mag.com/tag/maine/)
- [Bird displays of courtship](https://explore-mag.com/tag/bird-displays-of-courtship/)
- [Birds](https://explore-mag.com/tag/birds/)
- [Outpost](https://explore-mag.com/tag/outpost/)
- [Forrest Tool Co.](https://explore-mag.com/tag/forrest-tool-co/)
- [whistler](https://explore-mag.com/tag/whistler/)
- [Opasquia Provincial Park](https://explore-mag.com/tag/opasquia-provincial-park/)
- [Sandy Lake](https://explore-mag.com/tag/sandy-lake/)
- [wildfires](https://explore-mag.com/tag/wildfires/)
- [Fall hiking clothes](https://explore-mag.com/tag/fall-hiking-clothes/)
- [MEC Essentials](https://explore-mag.com/tag/mec-essentials/)
- [Truck Tent](https://explore-mag.com/tag/truck-tent/)
- [card games](https://explore-mag.com/tag/card-games/)
- [dry suits](https://explore-mag.com/tag/dry-suits/)
- [Mustang Survival](https://explore-mag.com/tag/mustang-survival/)
- [Quadra Dry Suit](https://explore-mag.com/tag/quadra-dry-suit/)
- [Canoe Atlas of the Little North](https://explore-mag.com/tag/canoe-atlas-of-the-little-north/)
- [Bush plane](https://explore-mag.com/tag/bush-plane/)
- [Hydration](https://explore-mag.com/tag/hydration/)
- [Electrolytes](https://explore-mag.com/tag/electrolytes/)
- [Gear Pick](https://explore-mag.com/tag/gear-pick/)
- [Supplements](https://explore-mag.com/tag/supplements/)
- [Liquid I.V.](https://explore-mag.com/tag/liquid-i-v/)
- [Day Use Passes](https://explore-mag.com/tag/day-use-passes/)
- [BC Parks](https://explore-mag.com/tag/bc-parks/)
- [Golden Ears](https://explore-mag.com/tag/golden-ears/)
- [Joffre Lakes](https://explore-mag.com/tag/joffre-lakes/)
- [Mount Seymour](https://explore-mag.com/tag/mount-seymour/)
- [Homalco First Nation](https://explore-mag.com/tag/homalco-first-nation/)
- [Vancouver Island](https://explore-mag.com/tag/vancouver-island/)
- [Bute Inlet](https://explore-mag.com/tag/bute-inlet/)
- [Indigenous Tourism](https://explore-mag.com/tag/indigenous-tourism/)
- [Residential Schools](https://explore-mag.com/tag/residential-schools/)
- [language revival](https://explore-mag.com/tag/language-revival/)
- [photojournalism](https://explore-mag.com/tag/photojournalism/)
- [photo essay](https://explore-mag.com/tag/photo-essay/)
- [submissions](https://explore-mag.com/tag/submissions/)
- [Europe](https://explore-mag.com/tag/europe/)
- [UTracks](https://explore-mag.com/tag/utracks/)
- [Spanish Camino](https://explore-mag.com/tag/spanish-camino/)
- [The Balkans](https://explore-mag.com/tag/the-balkans/)
- [AZORA Voyages](https://explore-mag.com/tag/azora-voyages/)
- [Costa Rica](https://explore-mag.com/tag/costa-rica/)
- [Latin America](https://explore-mag.com/tag/latin-america/)
- [sustainable travel](https://explore-mag.com/tag/sustainable-travel/)
- [urban adventure](https://explore-mag.com/tag/urban-adventure/)
- [kayak](https://explore-mag.com/tag/kayak/)
- [Long Pond](https://explore-mag.com/tag/long-pond/)
- [St. John’s](https://explore-mag.com/tag/st-johns/)
- [Parc de la Rivière-des-Mille-Îles](https://explore-mag.com/tag/parc-de-la-riviere-des-mille-iles/)
- [Laval](https://explore-mag.com/tag/laval/)
- [Humber River](https://explore-mag.com/tag/humber-river/)
- [Toronto](https://explore-mag.com/tag/toronto/)
- [Fish Creek Provincial Park](https://explore-mag.com/tag/fish-creek-provincial-park/)
- [Burnaby Lake Regional Park](https://explore-mag.com/tag/burnaby-lake-regional-park/)
- [East Kootenay](https://explore-mag.com/tag/east-kootenay/)
- [Cranbrook](https://explore-mag.com/tag/cranbrook/)
- [Berries](https://explore-mag.com/tag/berries/)
- [Lake Agassiz](https://explore-mag.com/tag/lake-agassiz/)
- [walleye fish](https://explore-mag.com/tag/walleye-fish/)
- [Sandy Lake First Nations Council](https://explore-mag.com/tag/sandy-lake-first-nations-council/)
- [Canadian forestry](https://explore-mag.com/tag/canadian-forestry/)
- [Halloween](https://explore-mag.com/tag/halloween/)
- [Costume Ideas](https://explore-mag.com/tag/costume-ideas/)
- [Granola](https://explore-mag.com/tag/granola/)
- [patterned wool socks](https://explore-mag.com/tag/patterned-wool-socks/)
- [hug a tree!](https://explore-mag.com/tag/hug-a-tree/)
- [Acadia National Park](https://explore-mag.com/tag/acadia-national-park/)
- [United States](https://explore-mag.com/tag/united-states/)
- [Carriage Roads](https://explore-mag.com/tag/carriage-roads/)
- [Vacationland](https://explore-mag.com/tag/vacationland/)
- [Mount Desert Island](https://explore-mag.com/tag/mount-desert-island/)
- [Kingston](https://explore-mag.com/tag/kingston/)
- [Frontenac Provincial Park](https://explore-mag.com/tag/frontenac-provincial-park/)
- [Frontenac Challenge](https://explore-mag.com/tag/frontenac-challenge/)
- [Bear cubs](https://explore-mag.com/tag/bear-cubs/)
- [anthropocentrism](https://explore-mag.com/tag/anthropocentrism/)
- [Algonquin Park](https://explore-mag.com/tag/algonquin-park/)
- [solo hiking](https://explore-mag.com/tag/solo-hiking/)
- [navigating anxiety](https://explore-mag.com/tag/navigating-anxiety/)
- [Elizabeth Parker Hut](https://explore-mag.com/tag/elizabeth-parker-hut/)
- [Lake O'Hara](https://explore-mag.com/tag/lake-ohara/)
- [squirrels](https://explore-mag.com/tag/squirrels/)
- [whale watching](https://explore-mag.com/tag/whale-watching/)
- [Baie-Sainte-Marguerite](https://explore-mag.com/tag/baie-sainte-marguerite/)
- [Tadoussac](https://explore-mag.com/tag/tadoussac/)
- [Beluga whales](https://explore-mag.com/tag/beluga-whales/)
- [Chenab River](https://explore-mag.com/tag/chenab-river/)
- [Pakistan](https://explore-mag.com/tag/pakistan/)
- [Reconnecting with Heritage](https://explore-mag.com/tag/reconnecting-with-heritage/)
- [narrative](https://explore-mag.com/tag/narrative/)
- [Friends of Frontenac](https://explore-mag.com/tag/friends-of-frontenac/)
- [Little Clear Lake](https://explore-mag.com/tag/little-clear-lake/)
- [Little Salmon Lake](https://explore-mag.com/tag/little-salmon-lake/)
- [Tetsmine Lake Loop](https://explore-mag.com/tag/tetsmine-lake-loop/)
- [Arkon Lake Loop](https://explore-mag.com/tag/arkon-lake-loop/)
- [Slide Lake Loop](https://explore-mag.com/tag/slide-lake-loop/)
- [Hemlock Lake Loop](https://explore-mag.com/tag/hemlock-lake-loop/)
- [Emerald Lake Lodge](https://explore-mag.com/tag/emerald-lake-lodge/)
- [Yoho National Park](https://explore-mag.com/tag/yoho-national-park/)
- [Frank Wolf](https://explore-mag.com/tag/frank-wolf/)
- [Cookbook review](https://explore-mag.com/tag/cookbook-review/)
- [Habit](https://explore-mag.com/tag/habit/)
- [Gluten Free](https://explore-mag.com/tag/gluten-free/)
- [Base Sauces](https://explore-mag.com/tag/base-sauces/)
- [Beginners in the kitchen](https://explore-mag.com/tag/beginners-in-the-kitchen/)
- [off-season](https://explore-mag.com/tag/off-season/)
- [the bad academy](https://explore-mag.com/tag/the-bad-academy/)
- [workshops](https://explore-mag.com/tag/workshops/)
- [bad women](https://explore-mag.com/tag/bad-women/)
- [Quebec City](https://explore-mag.com/tag/quebec-city/)
- [Trails to Try](https://explore-mag.com/tag/trails-to-try/)
- [Shannon](https://explore-mag.com/tag/shannon/)
- [Deschambault](https://explore-mag.com/tag/deschambault/)
- [St. Alban](https://explore-mag.com/tag/st-alban/)
- [thunderstorms](https://explore-mag.com/tag/thunderstorms/)
- [wind](https://explore-mag.com/tag/wind/)
- [percipitation](https://explore-mag.com/tag/percipitation/)
- [Paddling Gear](https://explore-mag.com/tag/paddling-gear/)
- [Canoe Barrels](https://explore-mag.com/tag/canoe-barrels/)
- [Solo paddling](https://explore-mag.com/tag/solo-paddling/)
- [fishing trips](https://explore-mag.com/tag/fishing-trips/)
- [BFG](https://explore-mag.com/tag/bfg/)
- [BFGoodrich](https://explore-mag.com/tag/bfgoodrich/)
- [winter tires](https://explore-mag.com/tag/winter-tires/)
- [Canvas Tent](https://explore-mag.com/tag/canvas-tent/)
- [Esker's Multi Hot Tent](https://explore-mag.com/tag/eskers-multi-hot-tent/)
- [Pyramid shaped tent](https://explore-mag.com/tag/pyramid-shaped-tent/)
- [paracord](https://explore-mag.com/tag/paracord/)
- [nylon](https://explore-mag.com/tag/nylon/)
- [knots](https://explore-mag.com/tag/knots/)
- [gear repair](https://explore-mag.com/tag/gear-repair/)
- [survival skills](https://explore-mag.com/tag/survival-skills/)
- [Black Friday](https://explore-mag.com/tag/black-friday/)
- [Outdoor Adventure](https://explore-mag.com/tag/outdoor-adventure/)
- [Explore Gear Shop](https://explore-mag.com/tag/explore-gear-shop/)
- [savings](https://explore-mag.com/tag/savings/)
- [holiday shopping](https://explore-mag.com/tag/holiday-shopping/)
- [SOAR Outdoor Adventure Reels Film Festival](https://explore-mag.com/tag/soar-outdoor-adventure-reels-film-festival/)
- [Sudbury](https://explore-mag.com/tag/sudbury/)
- [Indie Cinema](https://explore-mag.com/tag/indie-cinema/)
- [fire ring](https://explore-mag.com/tag/fire-ring/)
- [propane](https://explore-mag.com/tag/propane/)
- [fire danger class ratings](https://explore-mag.com/tag/fire-danger-class-ratings/)
- [YETI](https://explore-mag.com/tag/yeti/)
- [YETI gear](https://explore-mag.com/tag/yeti-gear/)
- [Christmas gift](https://explore-mag.com/tag/christmas-gift/)
- [Cabins](https://explore-mag.com/tag/cabins/)
- [Winter Wonderland](https://explore-mag.com/tag/winter-wonderland/)
- [La Mauricie National Park](https://explore-mag.com/tag/la-mauricie-national-park/)
- [Fundy National Park](https://explore-mag.com/tag/fundy-national-park/)
- [Porteau Cove Provincial Park](https://explore-mag.com/tag/porteau-cove-provincial-park/)
- [ski](https://explore-mag.com/tag/ski/)
- [snowboarding](https://explore-mag.com/tag/snowboarding/)
- [skate](https://explore-mag.com/tag/skate/)
- [Taylor swift](https://explore-mag.com/tag/taylor-swift/)
- [swifties](https://explore-mag.com/tag/swifties/)
- [eras tour](https://explore-mag.com/tag/eras-tour/)
- [One Summer](https://explore-mag.com/tag/one-summer/)
- [Lines On A Map](https://explore-mag.com/tag/lines-on-a-map/)
- [Nunavut](https://explore-mag.com/tag/nunavut/)
- [Helca Island](https://explore-mag.com/tag/helca-island/)
- [Gimli](https://explore-mag.com/tag/gimli/)
- [Manitoba](https://explore-mag.com/tag/manitoba/)
- [Icelandic Heritage](https://explore-mag.com/tag/icelandic-heritage/)
- [Gull Harbour Lighthouse Trail](https://explore-mag.com/tag/gull-harbour-lighthouse-trail/)
- [Tandoori Masala](https://explore-mag.com/tag/tandoori-masala/)
- [Yogurt](https://explore-mag.com/tag/yogurt/)
- [Turmeric](https://explore-mag.com/tag/turmeric/)
- [packing](https://explore-mag.com/tag/packing/)
- [how to](https://explore-mag.com/tag/how-to/)
- [holidays](https://explore-mag.com/tag/holidays/)
- [gift guide](https://explore-mag.com/tag/gift-guide/)
- [stocking stuffers](https://explore-mag.com/tag/stocking-stuffers/)
- [2025](https://explore-mag.com/tag/2025/)
- [axe](https://explore-mag.com/tag/axe/)
- [knives](https://explore-mag.com/tag/knives/)
- [Esker](https://explore-mag.com/tag/esker/)
- [Canadian Outdoor Equipment](https://explore-mag.com/tag/canadian-outdoor-equipment/)
- [lumberjack](https://explore-mag.com/tag/lumberjack/)
- [lumberjane](https://explore-mag.com/tag/lumberjane/)
- [Paul Bunyan](https://explore-mag.com/tag/paul-bunyan/)
- [colourful](https://explore-mag.com/tag/colourful/)
- [Leavenworth](https://explore-mag.com/tag/leavenworth/)
- [washington](https://explore-mag.com/tag/washington/)
- [seattle](https://explore-mag.com/tag/seattle/)
- [roadtrip](https://explore-mag.com/tag/roadtrip/)
- [Ukraine](https://explore-mag.com/tag/ukraine/)
- [Russia](https://explore-mag.com/tag/russia/)
- [plum trees](https://explore-mag.com/tag/plum-trees/)
- [photo essays](https://explore-mag.com/tag/photo-essays/)
- [apricity](https://explore-mag.com/tag/apricity/)
- [heritage](https://explore-mag.com/tag/heritage/)
- [cross country](https://explore-mag.com/tag/cross-country/)
- [Montreal](https://explore-mag.com/tag/montreal/)
- [Christmas Market](https://explore-mag.com/tag/christmas-market/)
- [Ice Skating](https://explore-mag.com/tag/ice-skating/)
- [Holiday Events](https://explore-mag.com/tag/holiday-events/)
- [Ontario Parks](https://explore-mag.com/tag/ontario-parks/)
- [reservation models](https://explore-mag.com/tag/reservation-models/)
- [boundary waters canoe area](https://explore-mag.com/tag/boundary-waters-canoe-area/)
- [canoe workshops](https://explore-mag.com/tag/canoe-workshops/)
- [outdoorsy events](https://explore-mag.com/tag/outdoorsy-events/)
- [snowshoeing](https://explore-mag.com/tag/snowshoeing/)
- [provincial parks](https://explore-mag.com/tag/provincial-parks/)
- [aluminium](https://explore-mag.com/tag/aluminium/)
- [wooden](https://explore-mag.com/tag/wooden/)
- [Hunting](https://explore-mag.com/tag/hunting/)
- [Moose](https://explore-mag.com/tag/moose/)
- [Dall's Sheep](https://explore-mag.com/tag/dalls-sheep/)
- [Newfoundland and Labrador](https://explore-mag.com/tag/newfoundland-and-labrador/)
- [landscapes](https://explore-mag.com/tag/landscapes/)
- [Home](https://explore-mag.com/tag/home/)
- [Coastal Heritage](https://explore-mag.com/tag/coastal-heritage/)
- [Borrowed Belonging](https://explore-mag.com/tag/borrowed-belonging/)
- [El Salvador](https://explore-mag.com/tag/el-salvador/)
- [Belize](https://explore-mag.com/tag/belize/)
- [reflection](https://explore-mag.com/tag/reflection/)
- [determination](https://explore-mag.com/tag/determination/)
- [covid-19](https://explore-mag.com/tag/covid-19/)
- [sunsets](https://explore-mag.com/tag/sunsets/)
- [winter solstice](https://explore-mag.com/tag/winter-solstice/)
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