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• Bowron Lakes, BC: Not Just a Place to Portage!
  

  Relaxing on Bowron Lake

  With its pristine views and rugged adventures, you would think that the Bowron Lakes only attracts highly skilled hikers and paddlers. We found this was not the case! Yes we love hiking, camping and paddling but we had no intention of strapping on a backpack or carrying our canoe. We heard what a beautiful area it was, so we set out to explore it. Continue Reading

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• Kentucky-Alleyne Provincial Park near Merritt, BC Offers Lots to Explore plus New Campsites
  

  Fishing on Alleyne Lake

  Kentucky-Alleyne Provincial Park is located just off Highway 5A between Merritt and Princeton. Surrounded by rolling ranch land, Kentucky-Alleyne boasts two sparkling turquoise lakes that draw anglers from near and far. Continue Reading

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• Powell River, British Columbia, Insulated by Nature
  

  Inland Lake Provincial Park

  Powell River, situated on the side of a mountain is wrapped in forest, insulated by nature. With hundreds of lakes behind it and the ocean at its feet, locals have the best of both worlds. Continue Reading

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• Time To Go Camping? Canadian Camping Week is May 21-26, 2019
  

  Woodbury Resort, Ainsworth Hot Springs

  It’s May, and that can only mean one thing – that Canadian RVing and Camping week and the start of summer is just around the corner. Continue Reading

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• Tofino, BC – A Bucket List Trip
  

  Flying Kites at Long Beach, BC

  When planning a trip to a place as unique as Tofino on Vancouver Island’s Pacific Rim, be prepared to get busy and enjoy everything it has to offer. With only 4 days and 7 of us in our group, we had a jam packed but amazing visit. Relive our stay in one of the most beautiful places you’ll ever see. Continue Reading

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• 7 Steps to Getting Your Camper or RV ready for the Camping Season
  

  We have had two days in a row of sunshine and I like others who camp and RV are counting how many days until our first camping trip. Continue Reading

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• “Unglamping” in BC: Camping Unplugged
  

  I must admit, three years ago, camping without hookups scared me. Our camping companions suggested that we try Herald Provincial Park in the Shuswap, a campsite without power, water and sewer. I panicked, no microwave, rice cooker or outlets to charge my cell phone. But more importantly, how would I make my coffee in the morning without my coffee maker? Continue Reading

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• 5 Reasons You Should Go Fishing While Camping in BC This Year
  

  Try Fishing While Camping This Year. Photo: Lacey Pukas for Freshwater Fisheries Society

  The tent, trailer or RV is packed and you’re ready for a camping vacation. With 20,000 lakes and 750,000 km of streams in British Columbia, there is a very good chance you’ll be camping next to water. Why not take advantage and go fishing on your next camping trip? We’ll give you five reasons why you should – with tips so you have no excuses not to. Continue Reading

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• Osoyoos, BC: Desert Camping in the Winter
  

  Nk'Mip Campground and RV Park

  We decided to check out Osoyoos a little more closely in the winter since it is such a popular destination in the summer. It is known for often having short, dry winters and is an attractive destination for snowbirds. Continue Reading

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• “Camping with Teenagers: Is there WIFI?”
  

  Kayaking

  Camping with teenagers, can be much more challenging. It can be tough to pull teenagers away from WIFI, friends and video games. So how do we do it? Continue Reading

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