Conor Mihell

Conor Mihell is an award-winning environmental and adventure travel writer based in Sault Ste. Marie. Read his work in the Globe and Mail, Explore, Cottage Life, Canoe & Kayak, ON Nature, and other magazines and newspapers. He's been a sea kayak guide on Lake Superior for close to 20 years, and has paddled from Sault Ste. Marie to Thunder Bay. 

More Articles By Conor Mihell

Best Fall Colour Paddling

Where to see the spectacle from the water.

Budget Bliss: Explore Northeastern Ontario Without Breaking the Bank

These budget-friendly spots in The Seven offer affordable (and sometimes free) fun for everyone.

Paddling into the Past: Ontario Ghost Town Canoe and Kayak Routes

Your guide to discovering abandoned communities by water.

11 Indigenous-Owned Outdoor Adventure Companies in Ontario

Bucket-list adventures you don't want to miss.

No Roughing It Here

Paddle, sleep and eat well at these comfortably wild lodgings.

So Many Places to Paddle

Ontario is Canada’s canoe, sea kayak, SUP and whitewater capital.

Attention Detroit

A short drive gets you a lot of vacation fun in Ontario, Canada

Need Help Travelling?

These apps can turn you into a savvy traveller.

Cycling Events

Road, mountain, BMX, cyclecross and more.

9 Facts to Know about the Agawa Canyon Tour Train

Get ready for a bucket list experience in the wilderness of Northern Ontario.

Lost Lakes and Rivers

Uncrowded canoe routes all across Ontario, for all levels.

Adventure Departure Points

A local guide to paddling, hiking and biking in Algoma Country.

A Guide to Paddling in Elliot Lake

The region has something for every level of paddler.

Where to Eat, Dine, and Play on the Sault Ste. Marie Waterfront

Your guide to discovering the diverse shorelines of a historic Northern Ontario waterway.

Cruising to the Next Level

A guide to the historic Miss Marie lock boat tour in Sault Ste. Marie.

Paddling Paradise: 5 Ways to Get Out on the Water in North Bay

Top places and services to help you find a day of paddling perfection.

8 Unforgettable Lakes in Wabakimi Provincial Park

Which should you visit this summer?

Bring Your Fam!

7 family-friendly places to explore in The Seven.

Get Sandy This Summer in and Around the Soo

6 best beaches for any occasion.

7 Great Bird-Watching Spots in Sault Ste. Marie

Perfect for both hard-core listers and family fun