A Spectator at the Adams River Sockeye Salmon Run
It was October as we drove north in our fifth wheel trailer. North from Vancouver to the Tsutswecw (Roderick Haig-Brown) Provincial Park, British Columbia, to experience the Adams River, Sockeye Salmon run. We had come to witness some 34-million Sockeye salmon arrive...
Must-Learn Tips for Easy Eco-RVing: Galley Kitchen Edition
With increased rates of vaccinations and potential loosening of COVID-19 public health restrictions, many of us with a hefty case of cabin fever are itching to explore the great outdoors this summer. We all know that the RVing experience comes with learning...
Your All-New and Revised 2021 RV Prep and Pre-Trip Planner
Campgrounds are finally opening (HOORAY!) and RVers are anxious to get out of the house and on the road. But before you rush off with your rig, be sure to do your pre-trip inspections as always. This year, it will be particularly important because RVs and motorhomes...
The 2021 NuCamp TAG Teardrop Trailer ‘Tears’ it Up
To those new on the trailer scene, the photos in this review might provoke such reactions as ‘Ooh’ and ‘Ahh’ or you might react with a “Wow, what a cute idea for a trailer!” However, Teardrop trailers have been around since the 1930’s and have always appealed to those...
Night of the Knitted Turtle: The Bancroft Turtle Bombing of 2018
This is an update adapted from an article written by Barb Shaw for kawarthaNow in 2018 that was also picked up by Global News. Bancroft, Ontario is a small ‘close-knit’ town and community, but quite a well-known one for a variety of reasons, like its proximity to...
The Smart RVers Guide to Staying Cool at any Budget
RVing is a family adventure, now more so than ever as younger families and extended families are taking to the road as well as a smart solution to summer travel plans. And as we know from our own families, certain family members have different or increased needs when...
How to Make the Canadian Cult-Classic Charcuterie Board Crisp (Easily)
Oh Canada, our home and native land – of fabulous and flavourful food! For many years, Canada was commonly called a ‘mosaic’, because it was made up of so many different pieces that came together to form one beautiful picture and people. That’s what these crisps are –...
Cruz’in with the All-New Hyundai Santa Cruz
The Canadian pickup truck market just got a new player. Hyundai has jumped head-lights first into the market with a new compact pickup offering – the Santa Cruz - that promises to tow up to 5,000 lbs despite its moderate size. This makes the release great news for...
Why There is no Space to ‘Park’ in ON Parks
It is now well-recognized that outdoor recreation activities are very positive for our health; physical, social, and psychological. There is a global effort entitled Healthy People; Healthy Parks, of which Ontario Parks is a supporter. Ontario Provincial Parks provide...
Preventing Blowouts in Your RV
Since RVs are typically not used as frequently as your everyday vehicle, they require extra stringent tire maintenance. Scroll down for some tips that will help you minimize your chances of a tire blowout when driving your RV. Make Sure Your Tires are Fully Inflated...
6 Must-Read Books For RVers
If you're an adventurer who loves the outdoors, RV life is probably or should be on your must-do list. Taking your RV out to explore different destinations, nature, wildlife, and people is one of the best ways to allow your adventurous spirit to truly enjoy your...
How Much Life Insurance Do You Need in 2021
Your long-term goals may include retiring on the lush green coastline north of Vancouver or spending some time fishing near Halifax, Nova Scotia. But what happens if you suffer an untimely death? After this past year, it is a possibility that we all think about, or...
