When I was asked to do a short post on my favorite campsite by Parks Blogger, I was a bit stumped. I mean, I have been camping for a very very long time and have had the great fortune of staying on some pretty incredible sites during that time. I have honestly gone back and forth on a handful of options and after a tonne of deliberation, I have finally chosen just one. There … [Read more...]
My favorite campsite: Jingwakoki campground, Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park
My favorite park: Samuel de Champlain Samuel de Champlain Provincial Park has always been one of my most favourite Ontario Parks. This park has everything! Beautiful rugged landscapes and scenery, awesome trails with spectacular views, quiet calm lakes, and great historic rivers such as the Mattawa River that Samuel de Champlain paddled hundreds of years ago. There are many … [Read more...]
Camping at Mazinaw Lake Campground – Bon Echo
A decade ago, I married a Canadian, and moved from England to Ontario. My new husband made it quite clear that we were “outdoorsy” people and camping, hiking and fire pits would be a regular feature of our summers. My inner, city dwelling Londoner, cringed at the idea of peeing in the woods and leaving behind all the comforts of home. And I must admit I mostly endured camping … [Read more...]
Things to do in Bon Echo Provincial Park
Bon Echo Provincial Park is 66 kilometers square of absolute Ontario majesty. Now, a lot of outdoor tourist destinations claim "there's something for everyone", and what they mean is, "there's something for everyone who likes the outdoors." Ok, that's what I mean too, but for people who truly want to revel in nature, this Southern Ontario hot-spot does have … [Read more...]
My Favourite Places to Camp near St. Catharines
I have lived in the beautiful city of St. Catharines, Ontario most of my life. I was born there, raised there and after leaving for a few years of college, returned to enjoy my adult years there. Not only is the city itself rich in nature areas and things to see and do, but it is located close to many other cities boasting similar features. Being an avid outdoors person, I … [Read more...]
