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Hiking The Mazukama Falls and Wingtip Lookout: Nipigon, Ontario, Canada

Hiking in nature is a wonderful way to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, and the Kama Hills Provincial Nature Reserve in Ontario, Canada, offers some stunning hiking trails. In this blog post, we’ll explore the Mazukama Falls and Wingtip Lookout trails in the reserve, and what makes them worth visiting. The […]

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Exploring the Natural Wonder of Ouimet Canyon Provincial Park

Ouimet Canyon Provincial Park is located in Pass Lake, the Thunder Bay district of Northwestern Ontario, Canada, and is considered one of the most spectacular natural attractions in the area. The canyon was formed by glaciers more than 10,000 years ago, and today it is a popular destination for hiking, sightseeing, and birdwatching. The Ouimet

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Take a hike on The Kensington Conservancy’s Foster Parkland and Walking Trails

Foster Parkland and Walking Trails in The Kensington Conservancy is a beautiful place to visit in Ontario. The trailhead is located at the parking lot for the Kensington Conservation Centre in Desbarats, Ontario, Canada.  The trail system spans two nature preserves owned by The Kensington Conservancy, the Foster Parkland and Walking Trails, and the Boyer Preserve.

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Exploring the Beauty of Bridal Veil Falls on Manitoulin Island, Ontario

Manitoulin Island, located in northern Ontario, is known for its stunning natural beauty and outdoor recreational opportunities. One of the island’s most popular attractions is the Bridal Veil Falls, a beautiful waterfall located in the town of Kagawong. The falls are easy to access and offer visitors a chance to experience the island’s natural beauty

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Skiing at Pinery Provincial Park: Grand Bend, Ontario, Canada

Distance: 4-kilometre beginner Chickadee Trail loop; the 10-kilometre Dune Ridge Trail and Huron Trail loops; and everything else in between at Pinery Provincial Park Average time to complete: 2-hours to a full day  Difficulty: novice and intermediate level trails; many flat open sections with some forested areas and a few rolling hills Parking: daily admission

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Paddling the Old Ausable Channel at Pinery Provincial Park: Lambton Shores, Ontario, Canada

Distance: 7-14 kilometres round trip on the Old Ausable Channel  Average time to complete: 2-3 hours Difficulty: slow moving easy paddle with some shallow areas and fallen logs Parking: daily admission fee at park entrance (9526 Lakeshore Road RR2, Grand Bend, Ontario) General safety tips: check weather conditions and water levels; wear your life jacket;

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Skiing at Wasaga Beach Provincial Park: Wasaga Beach, Ontario, Canada

Distance: 4-kilometre loop along Blueberry Trail; 7-kilometre loop along the Pine Trail; 15-kilometre ski of the High Dunes Trail; and everything else in between at Wasaga Beach Provincial Park Average time to complete: 2 hours to a full day   Difficulty: novice, intermediate and expert level trails; flat loops, rolling hills and some very steep

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Paddling the Nottawasaga River: Wasaga Beach, Ontario, Canada

Distance: 10-kilometres one way on the Nottawasaga River Average time to complete: 2-hours Difficulty: easy paddle with some low-level rapids Parking: free at Wasaga Beach Sport Park (1888 Klondike Park Road, Wasaga Beach) and free at Schooner Town (28 Sunset Court, Wasaga Beach) General safety tips: check weather conditions and water levels; wear your life

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