Kayak Ontario is local to Hamilton and are a one stop shop for all things kayaking. They provide courses, clinics, tours, events and all the gear you'd need to make the most out of your kayaking adventures.

Their mission is to support our community by providing access to training, connecting paddlers and creating an inclusive, welcoming space to share ideas. kayak-ontario.com

Based out of Beamsville Ontario, Organic Boat Shop has you covered for canoes, kayaks and gear to get you ready for your next adventure.

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For over 50 years Nova Craft Canoe has been building classic Canadian canoe designs using the highest quality materials available. Known for their dependable, beautiful canoes and an expansive product line includes something for every paddler. Whether embarking on a remote and rugged expedition, a local paddle with the family or a quiet fishing trip, connect with nature in a Nova Craft Canoe. novacraft.com

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Algonquin Outfitters has been outfitting canoe trips in Algonquin Park since 1961. Family owned and operated and specializing in guided canoe trips, complete equipment outfitting, and canoe and kayak rentals. With multiple locations serving the park as well as a wide range of retail offerings both in store and online.                   

algonquinoutfitters.com

Established in 1971, Mountain Equipment Company (MEC) is Canada’s go-to place for technical outdoor gear, know-how and inspiration. Combining high-quality apparel and equipment with expert advice and first-hand experience, MEC supports a wide range of activities including camping, snowsports, watersports, cycling, climbing, hiking and more.

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mec.ca

Adotec is an Ultralight Backpacking gear manufacturer located in Woodstock, Ontario.  Currently they have more than 40 innovative products, bear resistant food bags are their specialty.  In 2024 Adotec became the 2nd company in north America to pass the IGBC grizzly bear resistance certification process.  Their bags are not only designed to protect your food, but also to save the bears from becoming humanized.  Keep them wild! adotecgear.com

The Agawa Canyon team blends a love for the outdoors with industrial design and engineering talent to create exceptional gear for the outdoor adventurer.

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agawagear.ca

Avenza Maps provides high-quality offline maps, GPS tracking, and essential navigation tools to keep you on the right path, no matter where your adventures take you. With a vast collection of maps covering trails, parks, and protected areas worldwide, you can plan your trips, explore new terrain, and navigate with ease. 

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avenza.com

Bowman Gear is a small Ontario-based custom gear company specializing in bags, packs, and accessories. Born from a passion for the outdoors, gear and design, they use a mix of modern high-quality materials to create high-performing products that keep your belongings protected and well-organized. 

Bear+Fox Apparel is an Ontario based business made for those happiest outdoors. Whether it’s hiking, camping, fishing or just crackin a bevvie around a campfire with your buddies, bear and fox is with you, wherever you go. Proudly Canadian made, bear+fox is high quality, livable clothing that is ready for your next adventure. Bear+Fox donates $1 from every sale to Canadian conservation to help preserve today for tomorrows adventures. bearandfoxapparel.ca

A community-based lending library focused on providing access to outdoor equipment for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour) communities of (so-called) Guelph and the surrounding areas. Through collaboration with partners and their library community, they are working to increase the representation of racialized people engaging in outdoor recreation by reducing barriers to access, creating community, providing resources and facilitating education

One of Ontario’s largest land trusts and the steward of Canada’s longest marked footpath

They conserve, restore and manage land along the Niagara Escarpment UNESCO World Biosphere to protect its ecosystems for the benefit of all. They make it available to explore by foot along the Bruce Trail and our protected natural areas. brucetrail.org

Canoe North Adventures is an award-winning adventure travel company owned and operated by Lin Ward, Al Pace and Taylor Pace. They have been fulfilling wilderness canoeing dreams since 1987 with their paddling experience spanning over 30,000 river miles on northern rivers in Yukon, Nunavut and Northwest Territories. ​

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canoenorthadventures.com

A pop-up camp anywhere outdoors that makes you feel good. Somewhere relaxing to prep and cook food. An enjoyable experience that warms your heart. Most often involves the fire. A space where everyone can feel home away from home.

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campkitchenstore.ca

Coyote Watch Canada is a Federal Not-For-Profit community-based, wildlife organization which advocates positive human wildlife experiences. Our successful community coexistence framework is achieved through education, research, mediation, intervention, and conflict resolution. ​

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coyotewatchcanada.com

Dontgetlost Adventure Running hosts many outdoor events; orienteering & adventure running races and navigation clinics. Since 2010, DGL’s largest program has been Adventure Running Kids® - a 10 week adventure running program that runs in the Fall and Spring for kids aged 6 and up.

dontgetlost.org

This camping season, try something new and refreshing with Eaton Coffee Concentrate! Get your morning cup of coffee with that freshly brewed taste without the hassle of waking up early to make it. Ready in seconds, allowing you to go out and make the most of your day.

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eatoncoffee.ca

Adventure Expeditions and Interpretive Leadership

Prepare for a dynamic career in the outdoor industry with Fanshawe’s Adventure Expeditions & Interpretive Leadership program. Gain hands-on experience, over 16 certifications, and essential business skills while learning to guide, educate, and inspire in nature. Build a future blending adventure, conservation, and leadership both locally and globally. 

Welcome to Freak of Nature Co., a small business run by a husband-and-wife team. Specializing in leather goods, they create high-quality, durable items designed specifically for the outdoorsy lifestyle. With a commitment to excellence, they use only the finest leather to ensure each piece is as unique and rugged as the adventurers who use them.

freakofnatureco.com

Jesse and Susan Villemaire, the creative duo behind “Follow Me North,” are Canadian photographers based in Muskoka, Ontario, capturing the untamed beauty of Algonquin Provincial Park.  Specializing in ethical Wildlife and Landscape Photography Workshops, they invite photographers of all skill levels to join them for intimate, ego-free experiences that nurture both technical growth and personal connection with the great outdoors. followmenorth.com

Friends of Temagami is a non-profit organization operated entirely by volunteers. Since 1995, we are
focused on protecting the Temagami wilderness, promoting the vast canoe routes and maintaining portages/campsites.

Let us help you to plan your next canoe route. Think about becoming a friend
today.

friendsoftemagami.org

Friends of Wabakimi is an Ontario not-for-profit corporation created to carry on the work of The Wabakimi Project  to document canoe routes and advocate for the natural, cultural and historical resources in the Wabakimi Area.  By providing maps, guides and route information FOW encourages and supports canoeists and others seeking a unique Wabakimi experience.

wabakimi.org

Larry Mellors is an avid angler who enjoys everything from fly fishing for trout and steelhead to competing within Ontario’s competitive bass tournament circuits. He built his first fly rod at the age of 10. Friends On The Fly  is a fly fishing guide and instructional business. He also teaches various fly tying courses. Larry has travelled throughout Canada and USA conducting seminars in regards to fishing and improving healthy cold-water habitat.

Get Outdoors provides First Aid courses for people of all ages in the Barrie and surrounding area.

Get Outdoors combines critical skills with Outdoor Education/Survival Training in Ontario. They offer various programs for kids from 6 years old up to 15, as well as adult programs. All courses are taught by a professional and experienced instructor.

getoutdoorstraining.com

​Go Overland Canada has a mission to provide well made, well priced rooftop tents, that include much needed extras to take camping to the next level.

gooverland.ca

Green Venture is an environmental non-profit organization with a mission to make Hamilton a climate champion through the implementation of greener practices in homes and communities. Our strategic objectives aim to reduce climate vulnerability, empower greener day-to-day practices and work with Hamilton youth to drive climate action. 

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greenventure.ca

The Haliburton Paddle Shop crafts high-quality wooden paddles and accessories, blending timeless craftsmanship with modern design. Offering custom and ready-to-use paddles for adventurers and enthusiasts, our creations are perfect for exploring lakes or enhancing home décor, celebrating nature’s beauty and the passion behind paddling culture.

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haliburtonpaddleshop.com

Hawkeye’s offers Falconry Workshops at their 10-acre facility just outside of Toronto where you can learn to work with one of over 20 Birds of Prey, also known as raptors.

One of their passionate and experienced falconers will share with you what is takes to train and work with these magnificent birds.

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hawkeye.ca

Helsdon Outdoors was founded by Canadian nature, camping and wilderness enthusiast Dave Helsdon. Dave has invented, developed and perfected The Helsdon Hammock tent for more than 20 years. Helsdon Outdoors is run as a family company out of southern Ontario, Canada, with local offices in Thunder Bay, Ontario and Stockholm, Sweden. Our goal is to help everyone enjoy nature in all it's wild and wonderful beauty. ​ helsdonoutdoors.com

Built on creating strong and dependable handcrafted knives that are practical and reliable. Each knife has been hand designed and crafted from high carbon steel materials. In the process, the knife is forged, hardened and tempered in temperatures upwards of 2000 F. Time is spent meticulously grinding profiles, bevels and edges to the desired finish before preparing the handle material.  The handles are made from unique hardwoods and are ergonomically shaped for comfort and practicality.

It All Comes Naturally offers ORCKA-certified canoeing and canoe tripping courses. Safe, knowledgeable and skilled – that’s how you’ll feel after tandem and solo canoeing, and canoe tripping courses. Join Greg Derbyshire and his skilled instructors at Pinehurst Lake
Conservation Area just north of Paris for a day or two of fun on the water while you develop skills, and maybe new friendships!
iacn.ca

KIHD Products provide light weight camping equipment

for portaging, backpacking, hiking, survival and emergency preparedness.

We offer the KIHD Stove and KIHD Reflector ovens which are collapsible and light-weight, compact blow tube, lightweight and collapsible cutlery and Ferro Rod fire starters

kihdproducts.com

MM is dedicated to providing the highest-quality guided climbing trips and workshops in southern Ontario.
Their guided climbing trips are tailored to suit each climber’s interests and experience level and their workshops teach modern climbing theory and methods to give you the knowledge and skills to safely explore the climbing discipline of your choice

muskokamountainworks.com

Northern Skies Resort is an award-winning, fourth-generation, family-run, year-round cottage resort in beautiful Algoma Country. Our 8 lakeside cabins on crystal clear Chub Lake invite you past 'cottage country' into Northern Ontario’s untamed wilderness without compromising comfort.  Our off grid hike-and-paddle-in Backcountry Cabin take you way off the beaten trail to an elegantly equipped A-Frame cabin on an isolated lake.  northernskiesresort.com

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It's not where you go, but who you go with!

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At Northbound Tours, their mission is to help people embrace the nature all around them, no matter the time of year. They are there to give locals, tourists and students a truly Canadian experience that they will never forget.

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northboundtours.com

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A canoeing workshop for women, trans-women & non-binary folks.

The goal of Paddle Like a Girl is simple - help more women of all shapes, ages, and backgrounds discover the peace and beauty that mother nature has to offer. This canoeing workshop will help you learn and build the skills required to plan and execute a backcountry canoe trip.

paddlelikeagirl.com

Rack Attack Burlington opened in the March 2024 and is the seventh Rack Attack store in Ontario. Located halfway between Toronto and Niagara Falls, they have everything you need for hikes, or a weekend getaway to Lake Ontario.

You can expect top service, knowledgeable staff, and the best vehicle roof racks and accessories sold and installed on your vehicle!

rackattack.com

Come check out great paddling gear. Barrel Harnesses, organizers and coolers. 6 models of Canoe Packs along with waterproof Liners. Innovations like the Coureur 2-part pack - great for
solo paddlers, the Wanigan Harness, Paddler's Map Case, and Bow Line Bag.

Come find out what is new this year!
Happy paddling!

Red Bear Outdoors is on a mission to get families into the great outdoors. As an official distributor for an impressive lineup of top-tier brands, we are here to meet every adventurer's needs.

From our Toronto full-service shop,  Red Bear Outdoors offers off-grid lighting & electrical, campers, roof top tents, roof racks, custom interiors, vehicle armour, and more.

redbearoutdoors.ca

​Resolute Tool Co is an Ontario company launching in Fall 2024. Resolute equips those with bold goals with the tools and inspiration achieve their big ambitions, whether it is planning an epic adventure, daring expedition or building a cabin in the woods. Resolute makes action decks, project planners, day planners, and notebooks like our Expedition Log for your adventures.

resolutetoolco.com

Spirit Tree Paddle Company creates handcrafted canoe, kayak, and stand-up paddle board paddles at its workshop in downtown Paris, Ontario. Owned by artisan Jenni Hunter, Spirit Tree Paddle Company also offers popular paddle-making workshops, aiming to build community through the art of paddle making in Paris and beyond!

spirittreepaddle.ca

StokedMTB Sessions brings the joy of mountain biking to riders of all ages and skill levels. Led by a passionate team of certified instructors, we focus on each rider’s needs and goals, offering private lessons, weekly group series, focused skills clinics, and community-centered events across Ontario. By prioritizing safety and building confidence, StokedMTB fosters a supportive, inclusive environment where every rider can have more fun on the trails.  Let's ride!​
stokedmtb.ca

Think outside of the box – this is what the crew over at Suluk 46 does to provide
adventurers and serious backcountry explorers with ultra-light, expertly engineered, backcountry gear. Carefully crafted using only the most advanced materials andmanufacturing processes, Suluk 46 provides innovative and revolutionary products in the
lightest package possible to travel lighter, faster, and further through the backcountry.

Terrain UL is a woman-hiker-mom owned small cottage gear company tucked away in the Gatineau Hills of Western Quebec.

Focused on custom ultralight backpacks, bags and accessories from technical fabrics.

Our goal is to help lighten your load so you can go further on your backcountry adventures!

terrainUL.ca

Thames Valley Outfitters is an outdoor gear rental business based in London, ON, with the goal to make camping more accessible for everyone in the community, offering direct to door delivery service on all rentals. This family run business is committed in the efforts to keep the community green, promote a sharing economy, and encourage new campers to get outside and enjoy nature! Happy Camping! 

thamesvalleyoutfitters.ca

Three Feathers makes reusable, natural, super cozy hand, feet and thumb warmers made from Beaver, Rabbit or wool. The pelts are trapped by Indigenous Trappers who utilize the whole animal and give thanks to the animals who are sustaining us.

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We believe food should be clean, simple, and reduce the stress around meal time, not add to it. Whether you are in the backcountry, the mountains, or around the dinner table we have ideas on how to help with freeze dried food. Ready-made meals and individual ingredients provide endless lightweight, shelf stable, and creative possibilities.

TinyHorse delivers versatile equipment for adventurous dog walkers: whether that’s hiking with a pack or giving your dog slack with our hands-free waterproof long lines. Designed & handcrafted in Ontario.

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walkmultipledogs.com

Walk & Roll is Hamilton's leading Dog Walking & Adventure company specializing in enriching group Adventure Hikes,  Off Leash Group Play at the farm, Adventure Day Camp and city socialiwalks.

You may find them on the many trails in the Hamilton Area with upwards of 24 dogs! 

walkandroll.ca

The Water and Dirt Festival is a collaborative vibrant celebration across Renfrew County! Experience thrilling land and water competitions, outdoor adventures, and the breathtaking beauty of our natural landscapes. Perfect for adventurers and nature lovers alike, this festival showcases the best of our community’s rugged charm and scenic wonders!

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wateranddirt.ca

Whisky Jack Outdoor Co. began with one clear goal in mind: to create premium winter trekking gear for serious outdoor adventures. Whisky Jack designs and builds durable, high-performance gear that can handle the challenges of winter trekking. If you are looking for dependable and functional gear for your backcountry winter trips, Whisky Jack Outdoor Co. has you covered.

whiskyjackoutdoor.com

Hand made in Ontario, Canada, Wilderness Paddle Works paddles feature varnished blades with oiled shafts and handles (providing a perfect balance of comfort and functionality) for all your canoe tripping adventures.

Apply today.

Click HERE for more information.