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Two men in shallow water share a kayak and stand nearby; one wears a neon life jacket and paddles, the other in a dark shirt holds metal cups and smiles nearby.

Adventure, Ontario, Partner Content

8 Can’t-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.

Two climbers in red jackets lie on a red‑and‑yellow paraglider spread across a snowy, icy landscape.

Adventure, Canoeing, Paddling

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.

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Adventure, Alberta, environment

Gadd’s Truth: Interesting Times?

It might be nice if the times were a little less interesting.

Silver pickup truck with a white raised camper atop parked on a dirt mountain road among pine trees in a forested landscape.

Adventure, Camping, Camping Gear, Gear, Road Trip

Here’s How to Have Comfortable, Cozy and Easier Camping Trips

Why Soaring Eagle Campers are changing the way people camp

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Adventure, Canadian, Road Trip, Wildlife

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?

Three hikers with backpacks stand on a wooden viewing deck, overlooking pine forests, a lake, and snow-capped mountains.

Adventure, environment, What's New Wednesdays

What Is the Role of Artificial Intelligence in the Outdoors?

But is the information these tools provide any good?

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Adventure, British Columbia, Editors' Picks

I’ve 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.

Two people paddle a canoe across a calm lake with a jagged mountain and pink-orange sunset sky.

Adventure, Canoeing, Paddling, The Happy Camper

The Happy Camper: Women Are Leading 2026’s Top Paddling Expeditions

Most are being done by young enthusiastic adventurers—and the best part is that most of them are women.

Two men in a red inflatable raft navigate rough whitewater under a cloudy sky, spray splashing around them.

Adventure, Canoeing, Paddling

Frank Wolf is 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.

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Adventure, Fitness, Skills

What Makes an Adventure Advanced? It’s 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.

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Adventure, Cycling, Editors' Picks, Quebec

This Historic Railway Is One of Canada’s Greatest Cycling Adventures

In rain and shine, I discovered why the Laurentians, Quebec are a true weatherproof adventure destination.

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Adventure, British Columbia, What's New Wednesdays

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.

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Adventure, Canadian, Editors' Picks, Explore Magazine

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.

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Adventure, Camping, The Happy Camper

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…

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Adventure, Camping, Canoeing

I Took My Kids Into the Backcountry—Against Everyone’s Advice. Here’s What Happened

I learned how to have extended family backcountry trips with small kids. Here’s how you can, too.

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Adventure, Canoeing, Travel

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.

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Adventure, Editors' Picks, Travel

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.”

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Adventure, British Columbia, What's New Wednesdays

Joffre Lakes Closures: Should Popular Parks Close in the Summer?

Joffre Lakes Provincial Park is currently closed. What does this mean for adventurers?

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Adventure, Hiking, Trails

The World’s Longest Trail Offers A New Way to See the Country

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-to-coast.

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Adventure, Travel, Water sports

The Ultimate Guide to Fishing in the Maritimes

“A bad day fishing beats a good day working.”

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  • 8 Can’t-Miss August Events in the Ottawa Valley
    Adventure, Ontario, Partner Content

    8 Can’t-Miss August Events in the Ottawa Valley

  • Expert Advice from a Canadian Adventurer: Bad Trips are the Best
    Adventure, Canoeing, Paddling

    Expert Advice from a Canadian Adventurer: Bad Trips are the Best

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