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Ottawa people are spoiled. Within a three-hour drive, you've got Algonquin Park, Killarney, the Rideau Lakes, the Ottawa Valley, and all of Gatineau Park practically in your backyard. There's really...
Matagora Inc |
Here's something that doesn't get said enough: Ottawa is one of the best cities in Canada for cross-country skiing. Gatineau Park's groomed trail network is world-class. The NCC trails along...
Matagora Inc |
If you live in Ottawa, you already know this city is ridiculously well set up for paddling. Within 20 minutes of downtown, you can be on the water with a...
Matagora Inc |
Getting outside can be intimidating if you’re not used to it, or if you don’t have friends who enjoy the outdoors.  Fortunately in Ottawa, there are tons of cool groups...
Customer Submission: Meg K of Adventure Report |
As summer approaches many of us are starting to get ourselves ready for trips this summer. This article should offer a bit of insight on what you should bring clothing...
Tenley McKay |
It’s starting to get chilly, and I know you’re thinking, it is time to pack away the boat for the season. Well, you’ll miss the best paddling season of the...
Clayton M. |
How to size a canoe paddle for yourself, size it for just everyday day trips or you can size it for longer canoe camping trips. There are two ways to...
Grey Owl Paddles |
Wearing a loaded backpack should feel comfortable. If you feel like you're carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders, your pack may not be adjusted properly. Here are...
Clayton |
In the Spring of 2015, I discovered Kayak Fishing, and it literally changed my life. I had always been an avid fisherman but living in Ottawa with limited storage space...
Customer Submission: Michel Blouin |
You’ve treated yourself to a Stand Up Paddle Board, now what do you do? We talked to our staff here at Trailhead Paddle-Shack and asked what tips they have for the...
Clayton M. |
If you’re reading this article right now, it probably means that you are debating taking the leap into kayak fishing. Whether you are a previous touring or whitewater kayak owner,...
Customer Submission: TG Blackwell |
Ottawa is home to beautiful rivers, close to nearby lakes, and has great white water too. Being out on the water is a fantastic way to spend the day and...
Customer Submission: Meg K of Adventure Report |
Summer is just around the corner, and we’ve already started to plan our adventures! We took our daughter camping last year when she was a baby, because we wanted to...
Customer Submission: Meg K of Adventure Report |