Category Archives: Adventure

Paddling & Hiking Near Kingston: Discover the Frontenac Arch Biosphere

If you’re looking for outdoor adventures like wildlife spotting, paddling and hiking near Kingston, I... Read More →

Best Outdoor Adventure Books
22 Must-Read Outdoor Adventure Books (Updated 2022)

When we can’t actually get away from work or school to travel and explore, we... Read More →

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11 Ontario Canoe Trips With Little-to-No Portaging

I am suspicious of anyone who claims they enjoy portaging. I don’t hate it, but... Read More →

amazing view of Wolsey Bay to Dry pine bay at French river
6 Excellent French River Canoe Routes + Planning Guide

I distinctly remember the first time I saw the French River. I was driving north... Read More →

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Views from Vancouver dog mountains
11 INCREDIBLE Easy Hikes in Vancouver: Chill Trails with Amazing Views

If you like hiking, Vancouver is the place to be. There are literally hundreds (thousands?)... Read More →

amazing view of Nevada falls from John muir trail
Complete Guide to Hiking the Mist Trail to Vernal Falls and Nevada Falls in Yosemite National Park

Over the weekend, I hiked the Mist Trail to Vernal Falls and Nevada Falls. I... Read More →

Two people canoe in rapids on the Madawaska River
Guide to Rapid Classification (With Pictures & Video)

Hey friends – today we’re talking all about rapid classification in a whitewater paddling context.... Read More →

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What is a Good Backpacking Base Weight & How to Lighten Your Backpack

When I just got started in backpacking, I was carrying nearly 40 lbs and every... Read More →

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How to find canoe routes using canoe trip maps
How to Find Canoe Routes: 10 Resources for Planning Your Next Canoe Trip!

Hello friends! With summer on its way, it’s time to start planning canoe trips for... Read More →

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Hiking on Backpacking Trail
Trip Log: Out of My Comfort Zone – A Canoeist Attempts the Highland Backpacking Trail

Trip Log is a blog series where I rip a metaphorical page out of my... Read More →

Woman backpacking Pine Ridge Trail to Pine Valley and Pine Falls in Big Sur
Trip Log: How I Camp So Often While Working Full Time

Trip Log is a blog series where I rip a metaphorical page out of my... Read More →

Coastline with while backpacking in Big Sur
Here Are My Favorite Big Sur Backpacking Trails

After I moved to California, my very first backpacking trip was in Big Sur. I... Read More →

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