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Photo RAP of an Ontario Snowmobile Classic

What's the RAP tour all about? See it for yourself...

By Martin Lortz Martin Lortz is a freelance photographer/writer specializing in the outdoor lifestyle.

April 12, 2023

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About Martin Lortz

Martin Lortz is a freelance photographer/writer specializing in the outdoor lifestyle. Whether he is covering adventure motorcycling, kayak fishing or family oriented outdoor pursuits, his passion for capturing the beauty of nature and the people that partake in it, is evident in his work. His photos and articles have appeared in magazines such as Ski Canada, Explore, Bike, Mountain Life, Couloir, Kayak Angler and Family Camping, as well as in calendars, catalogs and brochures.

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