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7 Reasons Why You MUST ATTEND Friday the 13ths 2026 in Port Dover.This Year
A must for bikers anywhere within a 500-kilometre radius.
By Mike Jacobs
The CP Holiday Train is Comin' to Town
Don't miss the festive fun and find a stop near you!
By Josie Cormier
Snowmobiling Winter Weather Forecast 2026-2027
El Niño says mild. The Great Lakes say snow. Who will win Ontario's sled season?
By Jeff McGirr
Northern Ontario’s Most Unique Stays
Cabins, domes, retro cottages, historic lodges, and lakeside escapes worth the road trip.
By Emily Gillespie
Step into Wilderness: A Fall Trip to Cochrane
Hike among 26 lakes carved by ancient glaciers, stay up late watching the northern lights, and ride the Polar Bear Express north toward James Bay on this wild adventure in Cochrane.
By The Seven—Northeastern Ontario
Kirkland Lake's Mile of Gold Tour
Dig into Ontario's Gold Rush history with this tour of one of the richest gold deposits ever found on Earth.
By The Seven—Northeastern Ontario
Sweater Weather, North Bay Style
Ghost stories, cozy dinners and holiday markets make the most of the cool-weather days.
By Northern Ontario
Go Winter Glamping
Get cozy at these 11 snowy Ontario getaways.
By Virginia Marshall
The Essential Northern Ontario Holiday Gift Guide 2026
Skip the mall. Shop the North.
By Stacy Rosadiuk
Longlac's Virtual Marketplace
A guide to what's open & where to shop!
By Casey Clearwater
Worm Your Way In
Try this go-to bait for bass on your next Northern Ontario angling adventure
By Gord Pyzer
Off-Road by Day, Fine Dining by Night
Ontario ATV lodges where chef-made dinners cap off a day on the trails.
By Jeff Morrison
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
Best Stargazing in Ontario
Can’t-miss night sky events for 2026
By Virginia Marshall
Temagami Canoe Trip Guide
Expert advice for paddling in paradise.
By Conor Mihell
Layer Up for Cozy Season in the Soo
Frosty trails, haunted woods, and the first holiday lights. Enjoy cool weather days in Sault Ste. Marie!
By Northern Ontario
8 facts you didn't know about moose
Just how big is a moose anyway?
By Erin Rody
Top 10 Facts About Lake Superior
Did you know these cool facts about this great lake?
By Algoma Staff Writer
From Mining Capital of Canada to a Sustainable City
The inspiring story of how Sudbury planted 10 million trees—and got its green back.
By Sudbury Tourism Writer
Best Bikepacking Routes
Unforgettable trip options in Ontario.
By Melanie Chambers
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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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