Itching for ice out? We certainly are. But spring weather can be fickle. Hitting the lake too early, failing to respect weather conditions or paddling beyond your skill level isn’t just risky — it’s downright dangerous. We chatted with Paul Smith, past park superintendent of Kawartha Highlands Provincial Park, to get some top do’s and don’ts for … The post Spring paddling safety appeared first on Parks Blog ..read more

Fall is the perfect time to paddle. As the temperatures cool there are no bugs and the lakes become less crowded. Plus you can catch some of our beautiful fall colours! But fall weather can be fickle. Hitting the lake too late, failing to respect weather conditions, or paddling beyond your skill level isn’t just risky … The post Fall paddling safety appeared first on Parks Blog ..read more

Canada’s Boreal Forest Region stretches from the edge of the Yukon in the north, down and across the country all of the way to Newfoundland and Labrador. Ecologically rich and diverse, the boreal forest ecosystem captures the imagination with its towering trees, shimmering lakes, and breathtaking scenery. It can be hard to choose where to … The post 5 reasons to visit Nagagamisis Provincial Park appeared first on Parks Blog ..read more

Canada’s Boreal Forest Region stretches from the edge of the Yukon in the north, down and across the country all of the way to Newfoundland and Labrador. Ecologically rich and diverse, the boreal forest ecosystem captures the imagination with its towering trees, shimmering lakes, and breathtaking granite cliffs. It can be hard to choose where … The post 5 reasons to visit Nagagamisis Provincial Park appeared first on Parks Blog ..read more

Picture this: the sound of a crackling fire filling the crisp fall air, the soft sound of leaves falling in the forest, dipping your paddle into a still lake during a misty sunrise, and best of all… no bugs! This is late fall camping at Silent Lake Provincial Park. Looking for a quiet and relaxing … The post Experience late fall camping at Silent Lake Provincial Park appeared first on Parks Blog ..read more

Fall is the perfect time to paddle. As the temperatures cool there are no bugs and the lakes become less crowded. Plus you can catch some of our beautiful fall colours! But fall weather can be fickle. Hitting the lake too late, failing to respect weather conditions, or paddling beyond your skill level isn’t just risky … The post Fall paddling safety appeared first on Parks Blog ..read more

Today’s post comes from Sofi Czich, a Canoe Resource Technician at Wabakimi Provincial Park. Planning a paddling trip during late summer/early fall in Wabakimi will stimulate your senses. Wabakimi Provincial Park is a wild and raw beauty that will provide an unforgettable experience! There are a few things to look forward during your paddling trip … The post Late summer/early fall paddling trips in Wabakimi Provincial Park appeared first on Parks Blog ..read more

Today’s post comes from paddling enthusiast Dave Caughey who, along with his wife, recently made the trek to Quetico Provincial Park. Making the decision For years, my wife and I longed to visit Quetico Provincial Park. We had heard the canoeing there was awesome, through a terrain peppered with countless lakes, and routes that could … The post Planning a “bucket-list” trip to Quetico Provincial Park appeared first on Parks Blog ..read more

Halfway Lake Provincial Park features over 4,000 ha of rugged, forested Canadian Shield, dotted with sparkling blue lakes. Less than an hour north of Sudbury on Highway 144, the park boasts an oasis of swimming, paddling, and hiking with a full service campground. Here are five reasons we think Halfway Lake will delight family campers … The post 5 reasons to visit Halfway Lake Provincial Park appeared first on Parks Blog ..read more