Food tips for winter camping Back in the nineties I was on a portage in Algonquin Park heading from Mouse Lake to Erables Lake. It’s a triple threat portage, not huge but a lot of packing and unpacking of the canoes which meant slow progress. For inspiration our food guru Tony told us he knew a great campsite for us to relax and enjoy tonights dinner. Beef Stroganoff. Beef … [Read more...]
Camping in Brent campground – Algonquin
Campground If you like seclusion, Brent Campground is the spot for you! My family and I reserved a campsite for 11 -12 July 2014 and were pleasantly surprised by the size of the site and the privacy it offered. That level of privacy in July did come with a cost. The mosquitoes were thick! We were extremely happy we brought our bug tent and recommend one for anyone camping at … [Read more...]
How to raise happy campers
Let's face it…if you don't embrace the beauty of the great outdoors when you're little, it's definitely a steeper prospect to enjoy when you're older. Becoming a seasoned camper is almost hereditary, and passing the torch to the next generation is more than just teaching them how to do a proper J stroke in a canoe. There are many lessons to learn from the best teacher of all, … [Read more...]
Little Gem At The Narrows: Mara Provincial Park
Camping & Exploring Mara Provincial Park, Ontario We discovered Mara quite by accident about a few years ago. We love a good camping getaway but not long road trips in an overstuffed minivan. We often head to the Orillia area, only a half hour drive away from our home, our theory being once you’re sitting around a campfire in the woods you feel like you’re a hundred miles … [Read more...]
Family camping at Kilcoursie Bay campground – Killbear
Family camping at Killbear Provincial Park My family and friends camping trip to Killbear Provincial Park, which is near Parry Sound Ontario, was a mostly rewarding experience. I am not a seasoned camper and sometimes struggle with “roughing it”, but with some assistance from friends we got through. Kilcoursie Bay campground Upon entering Killbear, the park staff was … [Read more...]
