Tag: Camping
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5 reasons you should take a weekday vacation
Long lines, crying kids, and “meh” photo ops can cramp your camping style. Find space, serenity and more by dodging the weekend crowds this summer:
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5 reasons to visit Rondeau Provincial Park
Wondering where to go for your summer vacation? Look no further, because Rondeau Provincial Park might just be the perfect getaway for you and your family! Located on Lake Erie, Rondeau is a host of incredible biodiversity. There’s plenty to see and do during your trip, and lots to explore, from sandy dunes to beautiful…
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It’s July — what are the bears up to?
Berries are finally ripening, and it is time for Black Bears in Ontario to start packing on the pounds. In July, breeding season ends and Black Bears get down to the serious business of consuming as much food as they can.
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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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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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It's June — what are Black Bears up to?
Planning a visit and wondering whether you’ll see a Black Bear? Tune in to our monthly Black Bear feature where our ecologists let you know common bear behaviour for the month or season. Love is in the air in June for some Black Bears! It’s mating season, which runs from about mid-May through July. It’s…
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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: