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Popular Articles
See the Leaves Change: Fall Colour Report Ontario 2025
Autumn in Ontario is one of the most beautiful sights in the world. Here’s how to plan a spectacular viewing experience.
By Celeste Percy-Beauregard
Take a Detour Into Northern Ontario's Weird Side
Flying saucers, Bigfoot, and a lumberjack's ghost—here's where to find them.
By Andrew Hind
An Insider's Guide to Manitoulin Island
12 communities, sights, hikes and experiences that most first-time visitors miss!
By Bonnie Schiedel
Halloween Events in Sudbury, Ontario 2026
Cool and creepy events to make this Halloween season a scream.
By Northern Ontario
Paranormal Places: Northeastern Ontario's Haunted Hotspots
Take a ghostly tour and uncover why, for these historical locations, the past seems to refuse to rest.
By Andrew Hind
The Complete 2026 List of ATV Events in Ontario
Poker Runs, Mud Bogs, Charity Rides, Rallies and more!
By Mike Jacobs
The Ultimate Guide to Seeing the Northern Lights 2026
47 tips, tricks, and itineraries to help you see aurora borealis and plan your Northern Lights adventure.
By Northern Ontario
The Northern Lights Trip Planner
3 trip ideas for an illuminating experience in Ontario
By Jamie McIntyre
2026 Northern Ontario Travel Survey Contest
By Northern Ontario
Best Places to See Fall Colours Around Timmins
From forested lakes to scenic highways, discover the most stunning routes for fall foliage viewing near Timmins.
By Kate McCullough
Natural Highs
7 magnificent mountains in Ontario to climb, hike, ride, ski and more.
By Conor Mihell
9 Facts to Know about the Agawa Canyon Tour Train
Get ready for a bucket list experience in the wilderness of Northern Ontario.
By Conor Mihell
9 of the Most Beautiful Fall Destinations
And they’re all in Ontario.
By Jessica Wynne Lockhart
The Best of Fall in Northeastern Ontario
Where to find peak colour, fall fair weekends, farm fun, and our best ghost stories
By The Seven—Northeastern Ontario
20 Fall Views Away from the Crowds
Embrace adventure—it’ll be worth it.
By Nadine Robinson
Hiking Robertson Cliffs
This challenging hike in Algoma Country, Ontario offers spectacular scenic views in the autumn.
By Sheri Minardi
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
The Agawa Canyon Tour Train and Beyond: A 50+ Traveller’s Guide to Sault Ste. Marie
Travellers 50 and over will find their perfect escape with tours, culture, waterfront, and more in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario.
By Nadine Robinson
The Best Killarney Hikes
Take to the trails in Ontario’s crown jewel park.
By Hailey Sonntag
Crown Land Camping
What it is and where you can camp in Ontario.
By Trish Manning
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Mitch Bowmile

Mitch Bowmile is a freelance filmmaker, photographer, and writer telling stories of exploration and impact. He works primarily to support adventurous brands in getting people outside and environmental non-profits in protecting our wild spaces. Find Mitch exploring Northeastern Ontario by canoe, snowshoe, bike, and skis. 

More Articles By Mitch Bowmile

Complete Guide to Moosonee & Moose Factory Island

11 essential experiences for visitors.
By Mitch Bowmile

A 4-day Solo Canoe Trip in Temagami, Ontario

Why one paddler was determined to experience the pristine wilderness of Northeastern Ontario—alone.
By Mitch Bowmile

Moosonee Guide: Moose Factory Island

Gateway to The Arctic Part 4: Across the River to Moose Factory Island
By Mitch Bowmile

Welcome to Moosonee

"Oh my god, it’s salt water. We’re in the ocean!’” 
By Mitch Bowmile

Moosonee Guide: Exploring The Northern Shores of Ontario

James Bay offer travellers a chance to explore the ocean, spot marine wildlife, and camp under the stars.
By Mitch Bowmile

A Moosonee guide to fishing on the Moose River

A local fishing guide knows every nook and cranny of the upper Moose River
By Mitch Bowmile
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