Peterborough is synonymous with canoes in my mind—but there’s so much more to discover in this vibrant city along the Trent-Severn Waterway. From historic lift locks and charming heritage homes to paddling adventures and bustling farmers’ markets, it offers the perfect … [Read more...] about Peterborough, Canoes and More: A Dip into the Past
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First-Time Visit to the Canadian Canoe Museum
Peterborough’s canoe museum is more than a collection of boats—it’s a place where Canadian history unfolds, one paddle stroke at a time. If you’re travelling Ontario by RV or planning a cultural stop with depth, this is one destination worth slowing down … [Read more...] about First-Time Visit to the Canadian Canoe Museum
Bucket List Adventure: Canoeing Killarney Provincial Park
Join us as we paddle into the landscape that inspired the Group of Seven — a place of white quartzite ridges, wind-swept pines, and glassy lakes. Our canoeing trip to Killarney Provincial Park didn’t unfold the way we planned… but it became something even better: a reminder that … [Read more...] about Bucket List Adventure: Canoeing Killarney Provincial Park
Agawa Rock Pictographs: Canoes Painted on Stone
Where Lake Superior’s restless waves meet ancient Canadian Shield cliffs, red ochre images cling to stone — fading yet not forgotten. They are reminders of those who travelled these waters long before us, the Ojibwa painters who recorded visions, journeys, and spirits in the rock … [Read more...] about Agawa Rock Pictographs: Canoes Painted on Stone
Must-See Thunder Bay Attractions: Fort William Historical Park
Beyond the Terry Fox Memorial and Thunder Bay’s quirky Pagoda Visitor Centre, Fort William Historical Park stands out as a must-see attraction. One of the largest living history sites in North America, it brings to life the excitement and drama of the 19th-century fur … [Read more...] about Must-See Thunder Bay Attractions: Fort William Historical Park