The North Face Turning 55
Behind The Brand Repost of the 2016 North Face is Turning 50 article We are named for the coldest, most unforgiving side of a mountain. We have helped explorers reach…
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Camping & Hiking
Kevin Callan’s Fall Hiking Whisky Fireside Chat with Algonquin Outfitter’s Nate Smith
The Happy Camper heads out for a late fall walk in the woods (Crown land along the border of Algonquin Park) with Algonquin Outfitter’s Nate Smith, manager of the Huntsville…
View MoreTrip Report: Algonquin Park – Documentary Series
Over the next year, we will be exploring Algonquin Provincial Park while filming a documentary series that takes a look at what the park offers the over 800,000 visitors who…
View MoreAlgonquin – Rock to Clydegale – June 2020 Part 1
Part 1 of 2 – Day 1 Although it was a late start this year, I was super thrilled to be in the backcountry of Algonquin Park last weekend! I…
View MoreMUSKOKA – STILL WILD AFTER ALL THESE YEARS
“What?” I exclaimed, “there’s wilderness in Muskoka?” It was hard to believe knowing well the typecast image that expounded an opulent cottage mecca, 5-star resorts and endless golf courses slashed…
View MoreNalgene Outdoor Applauds Quick-Thinking of Hikers and Rescuers in “Message in a Bottle” Rescue
ROCHESTER, N.Y., Sept. 13, 2019 – Nalgene Outdoor, manufacturers of the original water bottle that traces its roots back to 1949, applauds the search and rescue workers and quick-thinking of…
View MoreMark in the Park
This 10-part series brings Mark’s trip-logs to life, and aims to exhibit the breathtaking sights and sounds of the Algonquin backcountry. It strives to inspire people to get out and…
View MoreFar North Algonquin Canoe Trip – Chris Prouse
Dive into a visual extravaganza with Chris and Julia as they discover and explore the backcountry of Algonquin Park’s northern side. If you haven’t yet discovered Chris Prouse’s Youtube channel…
View MoreDay Hiking in Algonquin Provincial Park
Algonquin Provincial Park holds a special place in my heart; for as long as I can remember I have been hiking these gorgeous trails. My family has a long history…
View MoreCrossing Algonquin 2018 Winter – part 2
Trip Report – February, 2018 [see part one] Crossing Algonquin 2018 Feb 2nd – 11th A story of 3 friends crossing Ontario’s great park How it started Almost 3 years…
View MoreWinter Food Planning
The secret is simplifying , preparation and cooking If there’s one thing I’ve learned while winter camping at Algonquin Provincial Park, it’s that I want to spend as little time…
View MoreView this post on Instagram She can't believe it's only 2lbs. This ultralight #nemotent just changed my backpacking situation! Thanks to the amazing folks at #algonquinoutfitters for getting this in…
View More2017 Parks Canada Discovery Pass
Welcome to 2017 and FREE park passes to everyone… well not quite. Yes, it is true that Parks Canada is indeed providing free passes for the entire 2017 year to…
View MoreHow to Canoe Camp in Algonquin Park
Julia and Chris Prouse – How to Canoe Trip in Algonquin Park Published on May 12, 2017 – Chris Prouse & Julia Prouse How To Canoe Camp In Algonquin Park!…
View MoreMarmot for Life
In April 1971, University of California Santa Cruz students Eric Reynolds and Dave Huntley were in Alaska’s Juneau Icefield on a school Glaciology project. It was there on a glacier…
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