Category: Camping
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10 low-waste solutions for your next camping trip
Today’s post comes from Jessie Robinson, a Discovery staff member at Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park. As we become a more environmentally conscious generation, we are paying more attention to how our own lifestyle habits may be affecting the environment. We strive to reduce our waste, use our reusable and recycle our recyclables, but when…
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Keep it down: a quiet camper is a respectful one
You’re at the park. You’ve set up your site, and now you can spend the evening relaxing. You had a long drive, and you are unwinding by talking to your friends and playing music. There’s no harm in that right? In steps the park warden. You may be surprised when a park warden stops by…
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5 reasons to visit Halfway Lake Provincial Park
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…
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Family friendly parks in the near north
Summer is here, and now’s the perfect time for a last minute family road trip! During the busy summer months, the solution to finding your serene camping trip is heading north. Here are a few near north parks we suggest visiting with your little ones.
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4 southeast parks for your midweek getaway
Parks in southeastern Ontario are favourites for many, offering a variety of landscapes, bodies of water, and fun activities. But they can be very busy, especially on weekends with campers and day-trippers alike. Had a hard time snagging a weekend site at your favourite park? Consider a midweek camping trip! Avoid the weekend crowds and…
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5 reasons to visit Grundy Lake Provincial Park
Grundy Lake Provincial Park is one of those places you have to experience in person. It sounds nice on paper — scenic lakes, sandy beaches, tall pine forests, and lots of great campsites. But when you start to explore, those features come to life. This is a park that’s more than the sum of its…
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5 reasons to visit Selkirk Provincial Park
If you’re looking for a quiet campground with private sites and a relaxing atmosphere, put Selkirk Provincial Park on your destination list. Just 15 minutes east of Port Dover, Selkirk is ideal for families with young children, RV owners, and anyone who enjoys the quiet side of life. The park offers sun, space, and plenty…
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5 reasons to visit Earl Rowe Provincial Park
With hundreds of parks in Ontario, it’s easy to overlook one that’s right next door. But you don’t need to drive far for great camping options! Here are five reasons you should consider Earl Rowe Provincial Park when you’re planning your next (or your first!) camping adventure.
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Try a regular dose of camping for good health
Time to reach for our sleeping bags and tents? Research shows that camping in nature is good for our mental and physical well-being. What better reason to head out with family and friends into the great outdoors and sleep under the stars? Check out the brain and body benefits of camping: