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

Ontario’s Blue-Water Lakes

So blue you won’t believe your eyes.

Adventure Riding Near Mattawa

Guide to biking the Voyageur Multi-Use Trail System.

Winter Wonderland Fun

The best winter activities in Ontario.

Ontario's Best Cycling Tours

Join one of these incredible guided bike experiences.

Adventure Films

8 can’t-miss film festivals for cyclists, hikers and paddlers.

Beyond City Limits

Must-see landscapes in Ontario.

Paddle with Your pup

5 Insta-worthy places to go.

Plan Your Next Cycling Vacation Here

Best bike-friendly businesses in Ontario.

Discover Paddling Escapes In Timmins

7 places where peace and quiet reign.

Best Paddling Routes

For canoeists and kayakers from Buffalo and Rochester.

Paddle to the Trailhead

8 stunning hiking trails to canoe or kayak to.

Bike Rental and Shops

Where to rent or buy bikes in Ontario.

Family Day Weekend

The best outdoor activities for adventurous families.

Weekend Trips

Exceptional Ontario paddling routes just a few hours from Motor City.

Take Advantage of the Staycation Tax Credit

15 incredible accommodations that will save you money.

Summer Fun Ideas

8 new things to add to your Ontario bucket list.

Best Valentine’s Day Ever

Romantic winter date ideas for outdoor adventure lovers.

Must Do

The best of Ontario’s bike routes.

Bikes, Lakes and Brews

Take a refreshing self-guided bike tour in Ontario.

Superior Paddling Routes

7 enchanting places to canoe and kayak on the greatest lake.