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See the Leaves Change: Fall Colour Report Ontario 2025
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An Insider's Guide to Manitoulin Island
12 communities, sights, hikes and experiences that most first-time visitors miss!
By Bonnie Schiedel
Motorcycle Swap Meets in Ontario—The Complete List for 2026
Get your gear here.
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Halloween Events in Sudbury, Ontario 2026
Cool and creepy events to make this Halloween season a scream.
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The Complete 2026 List of ATV Events in Ontario
Poker Runs, Mud Bogs, Charity Rides, Rallies and more!
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The Ultimate Guide to Seeing the Northern Lights 2026
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Take a Detour Into Northern Ontario's Weird Side
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Paranormal Places: Northeastern Ontario's Haunted Hotspots
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By Andrew Hind
Best Fall Colour Paddling
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9 Facts to Know about the Agawa Canyon Tour Train
Get ready for a bucket list experience in the wilderness of Northern Ontario.
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Fly Fishing the Grand River with Mikey Metcalfe
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Treasure Hunting in Thunder Bay
A longtime thrifter's story—and some hot tips!
By Adam Waito
New Restrictions on What You Can Bring into Canada
Keep up to date with the changes.
By Erin Rody
Ontario Pow Wow Calendar: 2026 Edition
Culture, community, food, dancing, music, tradition, regalia—check out the 2025 pow wow calendar and discover where to celebrate this year.
By Indigenous Tourism Ontario
Fall Colours on Superior's Shore
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By Richard Boon
Ontario Motorcycle Events
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How Long Does It Take to Clean Sudbury's Big Nickel?
And other facts you didn't know you needed to know!
By Celeste Percy-Beauregard
Bivins’ Bounce Crappies
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Want to go snowshoeing?
Discover Ontario’s best trails and getaways.
By Trish Manning
The Complete 2026 List of RV Shows in Ontario
Add these RV events to your calendar.
By Celeste Percy-Beauregard
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Marissa Evans

Marissa is the digital editor at Rapid Media, the media company behind Paddling Magazine and Kayak Angler Magazine. In summer, you'll find her canoe tripping, hiking, adventure racing and probably making a pit stop at Kawartha Dairy for ice cream. In winter, downhill skiing, snowshoeing, skating and, without question, still eating ice cream. 

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Backpacking Trails in Ontario

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Beach Camping in Ontario

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Bike Routes & Trails in Ontario

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Kayaking in Northern Ontario

14 paddling spots that are sure to delight.
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Skiing & Snowboarding During the Pandemic

Find out what restrictions you'll find at ski areas in Ontario.
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Winter Hiking & Snowshoeing During the Pandemic

Learn about the changes you’ll find at trails across the province.
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Canoe & Kayak Trips in Ontario

Learn how to plan your next paddling day trip or overnight here.
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Hiking Trails in Ontario

Find the path to your next outdoor adventure here.
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