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8 Tips for Successfully Using the New Ontario Parks Online Reservation System

At the end of 2019, Ontario Parks announced the release of their new online reservation system. Since that time, the new system has seen a significant backlash in the outdoor travel community. As the window for booking has now entered the heavy camping season, travellers are struggling to work through glitches and errors. While there […]

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Review: Coleman Grand Valley 6 Person Tent

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It’s that time of year when camping addicts across the country are booking time off work and reserving their favourite sites. Camping season is around the corner! Whether you are looking to upgrade or replacing old gear, let’s talk tents. More specifically, I’d like to share my go-to 3-season tent, the Coleman Grand Valley 6

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Ontario Parks New Reservation System | Review

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Campers across Ontario were recently introduced to a new reservation system for the Ontario Parks, a system that came with many promises. Did it deliver? Has the new system improved our experience as we step into a new decade of camping? Today we’re going to look at the Ontario Parks new reservation system including what’s

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Get Rid Of Mosquitoes Quickly and Easily With This Trick!

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Whether you’re camping out in the bush or simply relaxing on your back deck, mosquitoes can quickly ruin an otherwise perfect day. After all, no one wants to feel like they are being eaten alive! Don’t let those annoying little pests ruin your time outdoors – Get rid of mosquitoes with this simple and cost-effective

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