Length of stay: 1 dayVisited: October 2023 Rainbow Falls Provincial Park is located in northern Ontario. It’s named after a series of cascading falls that plunge over several rock ledges from Whitesand Lake. There are two main sections of the park. The Rossport Campground located on the shore of Lake Superior and Whitesand Lake Campground … Continue reading Rainbow Falls Provincial Park in the Fall
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Death Valley National Park
Length of stay:1 dayVisited: January 2023 Death Valley National Park is a land of extremes. It’s the lowest point in North America and is considered one of the driest places in the world. It also holds the record for the highest temperature ever recorded on the surface of the Earth. Only the hardiest of plants … Continue reading Death Valley National Park
Capitol Reef National Park
Capitol Reef National Park is located in the desert in the heart of red rock country in southern Utah. It encompasses a large section of the Waterpocket Fold, a wrinkle or one-sided fold in the Earth’s crust that extends nearly 100 miles, running north-south from Thousand Lake Mountain to Lake Powell. It was created over time millions of years ago from the gradual processes of deposition, uplift and erosion, creating a dramatic landscape of towering sandstone cliffs, narrow canyons, natural bridges and other interesting rock formations. It is the least visited of the “Mighty Five” national parks in Utah, but has plenty to offer in terms of stunning vistas and scenic hiking trails.
Winter Camping in Point Pelee National Park
Point Pelee National Park is located on a peninsula that extends into Lake Erie and is the southernmost point of the mainland in Canada. It is the second smallest national park and the first national park to be established for conservation. It is situated in the Carolinian zone and while much of the park’s interior consists of marshes and swamp forest, it also features a beautiful sandy beach.
Sault Ste. Marie and the Surrounding Area
Sault Ste. Marie is located on the St. Mary’s River in the heart of the Great Lakes near Lake Superior, Lake Michigan and Lake Huron. It is commonly referred to as “the Soo” and is one of the oldest European settlements in Canada. The Algoma Central Railway operates between Sault Ste. Marie and Hearst and is well known for its Agawa Canyon train tour, which played an important role for the Group of Seven.
Darlington Provincial Park in the Winter
Located along the sandy shores of Lake Ontario, Darlington Provincial Park is considered an important area for many birds. The northern shores provide nesting grounds for nearly 100 species of birds and feeding and resting areas for between 100 to 200 more species during spring and fall migration. Darlington also provides a variety of recreational activities, such as swimming, hiking, birdwatching, fishing and boating. It is conveniently located right off Highway 401 and it is open all year-round.
Diving in Saint Martin
Length of stay: 8 days Visited: March 2016 Dives logged: 6 Dives to date: 6 Highlights: Completing our PADI Open Water Scuba Diving at Japanese Gardens and Tug Boat Scuba Diving at Creole Rock and Turtle Reef Saint Martin is an island of two countries. The northern part of the island is French and the southern part is … Continue reading Diving in Saint Martin
Diving in Cozumel
Mexico is one of the most visited countries in the world. With its warm climate, sandy beaches, mystical Mayan ruins and authentic Mexican cuisine, millions of tourists flock here each year to escape the coldest months of winter. While places like Cancun, Tulum, and Playa del Carmen are geared towards families and couples looking to relax along the beachfront in the safety of an all-inclusive resort, the small island of Cozumel boasts of being the safest part of Mexico and caters heavily towards divers.