Backcountry camping, paddling, hiking, and outdoor skills for exploring Ontario's wild places — from Algonquin to the Ottawa Valley and beyond.
Explore Destinations Learn SkillsOntario's best wilderness regions for backcountry adventure.
Wild rivers, Crown land camping, and the rugged Canadian Shield. One of Ontario's most underrated wilderness corridors.
Ontario's iconic wilderness park. Over 2,400 lakes, 1,200 km of canoe routes, and backcountry camping in every direction.
Whitewater paddling, backcountry trails, and quiet lake systems in the heart of the Highlands.
Crown land, river access, and uncrowded trails across one of Ontario's largest and least developed counties.
Coastal kayaking, island camping, and the wind-sculpted rock of the world's largest freshwater archipelago.
Old-growth pine, remote lake chains, and some of the best extended canoe tripping in the province.
Practical knowledge for travelling safely and comfortably in the backcountry.
Site selection, camp setup, food storage, and Leave No Trace principles for overnight wilderness travel.
Canoe and kayak basics for lake travel, river navigation, and multi-day paddling trips.
Topographic maps, compass use, GPS basics, and finding your way when the trail ends.
Route selection, group logistics, permits, and building an itinerary that works.
Essential medical knowledge for backcountry emergencies when help is hours away.
Black bear behaviour, food storage, encounter protocols, and travelling safely in bear country.