Your favourite winter trip that you have been planning for weeks or months could easily turn out to be a very unpleasant one if you don't take enough precautions to protect your body from the cold. In most cases, if you have the right gear you might get through the day just fine. But sometimes, just having a quality pair of winter boots or sleeping pad isn't going to cut it. … [Read more...]
Kids and Snowshoes: Tips and Tricks that Actually Work
Snowshoeing brings families together; or at least that was the line I used on my kids when I tried to convince them that this sport was all one we could participate in. For us, we live in an area that normally receives an abundance of snow and is full of provincial parks, green space and trails; one might say the perfect area for any snowshoer. The problem was that my kids were … [Read more...]
Gearing up for a Winter Trek
By Patrick Mott Snug as a bug in a tent When preparing for a winter trek, the most important piece of gear is an appropriate sleeping bag. The “right” sleeping bag is an incredibly individual decision, although important factors are the temperature rating (remember to check the overnight temperature!), the style (mummy-style sleeping bags are more efficient at keeping you … [Read more...]
Best Ontario Parks to visit in the Winter
What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think about winter? Snow banks? Wind chill? Traffic jams? Shovelling the driveway? Slippery sidewalks? Winter can be a pain in more ways than one, sometimes quite literally when you slip and fall on an icy patch. But it can also be a lot of fun. Only in the winter you can skate, ski, snowshoe, go tobogganing, play hockey, … [Read more...]
Winter Hiking at Rattlesnake Point and Mount Nemo Conservation Areas
By Roxanne De Souza. During the summer months, Conservation Halton parks are crawling with seasonal hikers, thrill-seeking rock-climbers, and picnicking families. As some of the most accessible trails from the Toronto region, the parks scattered around the Niagara Escarpment boast waterfalls, scenic lookout points, and wildlife education sites. However, these scenic trails see … [Read more...]
