Jake O'Flaherty

Jake O’Flaherty is a freelance outdoor guide who loves to explore the remote corners of the world, but Lake Superior is where he feels most at home.

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Your Outdoor Adventure Vacation Starts Here

10 best activities in Lake Superior Provincial Park.

Hike the Lake Superior Coastal Trail

Discover beaches, lookouts, and sacred sites on this 65 km trail.

Belay On!

Ontario ice climbing tours, courses and clinics.

Line and Paddle

Best paddle-in fishing destinations in Ontario.

Go Foraging in Ontario

Learn the basics of how to harvest wild edibles found across the province.

Insider’s Guide to Sleeping Giant

Everything you need to plan a trip to this iconic provincial park.

Dreamy Snowshoe Getaways

Plan a magical, snow-filled trip this winter.

Fall Animal Viewing in Ontario

Find out where to see these majestic creatures.

Fall Outdoor Adventures in Ontario

6 ways to enjoy the best of the season.

Where to See Ontario's Coolest Wildlife

Get expert tips on how to spot these iconic species.

Spring Shake-out

Six Gravel Cycling Routes Near Sault Ste. Marie

Fall Paddling in Ontario

Don’t miss out on the best season for canoe tripping.

SUP the Soo.

8 places to paddleboard near Sault Ste. Marie.

Lake of the Woods Paddleboarding

6 incredible places to SUP.

Ontario's Other Camping Option

10 best private campgrounds in the province.

Mountain Biking Lake Laurentian

Ride and experience Sudbury’s best riding.

Walden Bike Guide

Discover the best mountain biking in Sudbury.

Insider’s Guide to Biking Shuniah Mines

Hit the trails in Thunder Bay.

Best Trail Running in Ontario

From forest paths to coastal routes.