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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
Complete Guide to Cycling in North Bay
What to check out at this up-and-coming bike hot spot.
By Connie Hergott
Rock On The River Timmins 2026: Lineup, Tickets & Trip Guide
Plan your festival weekend in Timmins with the full lineup, ticket prices, hotel tips, festival rules, and what else to do while you're there.
By Mike Jacobs
New Restrictions on What You Can Bring into Canada
Keep up to date with the changes.
By Erin Rody
Crown Land Camping
What it is and where you can camp in Ontario.
By Trish Manning
Ontario Motorcycle Events
Let's Ride!
By Mike Jacobs
Ontario Motorcycle Rentals
Get yourself a ride and hit the road!
By Mike Jacobs
2026 Triathalons
Swim, cycle and run your way to triathlete status at these Ontario events.
By Ian Merringer
The Wawa Goose
12 Fun Facts About This Iconic Monument on Ontario's Highway 17 North.
By Algoma Staff Writer
Ontario’s Blue-Water Lakes
So blue you won’t believe your eyes.
By Virginia Marshall
Top 5 Baits for Smallmouth and Largemouth Bass
What baits do you use to target bass? Find out why these 5 are the best!
By Ron James
"Enjoy Your Stay"
Tips for crossing the U.S./Canada border on a motorcycle.
By Wobblycat
Insider’s Guide to Sleeping Giant
Everything you need to plan a trip to this iconic provincial park.
By Jake O'Flaherty
North Bay Summer 2026 Festivals
Ontario's Gateway to the North offers dog-friendly music festivals, rib and poutine fests, Pride, and more!
By Northern Ontario
Renew Your Outdoors Card, Online!
It's never been easier to buy your Ontario fishing license and Outdoors Card
By Erin Rody
10 Facts About Lac Seul
How many of these did you know?
By Erin Rody
Best Bikepacking Routes
Unforgettable trip options in Ontario.
By Melanie Chambers
Visit Killbear Provincial Park
Everything you need to know to plan a trip to this idyllic park.
By Conor Mihell
Ontario Birding Checklist
Keep an eye on the skies for these 10 incredible species.
By Joe Potoczak
The Massasauga Provincial Park Guide
What to know to plan your paddling and backcountry camping trip.
By Conor Mihell
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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

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

Complete Guide to Moosonee & Moose Factory Island

12 essential experiences for visitors.
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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