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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
How to Catch a Rare Aurora Trout
Found in only a handful of stocked lakes and open just ten weeks a year, the aurora trout takes some planning to catch.
By Len Talarico
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
The Complete 2026 List of ATV Events in Ontario
Poker Runs, Mud Bogs, Charity Rides, Rallies and more!
By Mike Jacobs
Sweater Weather, North Bay Style
Ghost stories, cozy dinners and holiday markets make the most of the cool-weather days.
By Northern Ontario
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
Temagami Canoe Trip Guide
Expert advice for paddling in paradise.
By Conor Mihell
Haunted Waters
6 spine-chilling paddling routes to canoe and kayak in Ontario.
By Virginia Marshall
Reaching Deep For Walleye
Fishing for big Walleye in Ontario's Bay of Quinte.
By Pete Bowman
Trout on Ice
EVERYTHING you need to know about ice fishing for trout
By Jeff Gustafson
Snap Jig Weed Walleye
In pursuit of big walleye and smallmouth bass at Opeongo Mountain Resort.
By Karl Kalonka
2026 Triathalons
Swim, cycle and run your way to triathlete status at these Ontario events.
By Ian Merringer
Northern Bass High
3 surprising things to know about trophy smallmouth bass fishing in Northern Ontario
By Gord Pyzer
Ultimate Guide to Wabakimi
Find out how to plan a canoe trip in this wilderness wonderland.
By Conor Mihell
Natural Highs
7 magnificent mountains in Ontario to climb, hike, ride, ski and more.
By Conor Mihell
Best Bikepacking Routes
Unforgettable trip options in Ontario.
By Melanie Chambers
Understanding the Whitetail Rut
Simple tactics for a successful deer hunt.
By Gord Ellis
The CP Holiday Train is Comin' to Town
Don't miss the festive fun and find a stop near you!
By Josie Cormier
French River Canoe Tripping
Everything you need to know to explore this historic and wild waterway.
By Colin Field
Northern Ontario’s Most Unique Stays
Cabins, domes, retro cottages, historic lodges, and lakeside escapes worth the road trip.
By Emily Gillespie
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Randy Smith

Randy Smith moved to Manitoulin Island to slow life down and embrace "island time." He is a motorcycle rider, writer, photographer, and outdoor enthusiast—on 2 feet or 2 wheels. 

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