Virginia Marshall

Virginia Marshall is a freelance outdoor adventure writer, photographer and editor with roots in Muskoka and Lake Superior. Read her work in Adventure Kayak, Canoeroots, Rapid, Paddling Magazine and Backroad Mapbooks.

More Articles By Virginia Marshall

Insider’s Guide to Neys

How to plan a trip to this under-the-radar provincial park.

Historic Canoe Routes in Ontario

6 paddling parks where you can touch the past.

Haunted Waters

6 spine-chilling paddling routes to canoe and kayak in Ontario.

Canoe & Kayak Sault Ste. Marie

7 incredible paddling destinations near the Soo.

Go Winter Glamping

Get cozy at these 11 snowy Ontario getaways.

Plan Your Adventure

10 amazing sights you can only see in winter in Ontario.

19 Winter Activities to Add to Your Bucket List

Must-do activities that are snow much fun.

Rise and Glide

Where to go X-country skiing this winter.

Best Weekend Escapes

Discover a wealth of pristine nature, paddling, snowsports and more.

Best Weekend Escapes

Enjoy the great outdoors within a drive from Buffalo & Rochester

Call Us Crazy

23 Adrenaline Rushes Found Only in Ontario

Adventurous Getaways For Couples

16 vacation packages a short drive from Toronto.

Your Family’s Best Summer Ever

Explore dozens of family-friendly outdoor itineraries.

Summer Getaways

7 cottage rentals near canoe & kayak hotspots.

It's Time for a Paddle

Canoe and kayak rentals that are perfect for your next paddling adventure.

7 Reasons to Explore Ontario This Winter

Grab your parka—it’s time to plan a snow-filled adventure.

Best overnight hikes

5 Weekend Adventures To Satisfy Your Soles

Growing up at Mount Baldy

How freeski phenom Mason Flye got where he is today.

See the Best of the Soo by Bike

Two-wheeled tours to the city’s top attractions.

Thunder Bay’s Top Sights by Bike

Cycle to the city’s leading attractions.