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Jan 31, 2012 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Crashed Ice is Coming Back to Quebec, and this Hoser’s checking it out!

It’s getting to that time again in the winter season when athletes from around the world (30 nations!) compete in what can only be described as one of those most awesome sports ever created! These athletes come from all walks of life. Professional BMXers, Skateboarders, Speed Skaters, and Hockey players strap on their pads, and hurl themselves down a fabricated course through the streets filled... read more

Dec 8, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Horseback Riding in Prince Albert National Park with Sturgeon River Ranch [Photo Essay]

If you’re from Saskatchewan, chances are there’s a little cowboy running through your blood. Be it the whimsical nature that we seem to have when it comes to long road trips (ie “It’s only an 8 hour drive, easy as pie!), or the general love affair most prairie folk seem to have with country music. Everyone from this little prairie province loves to claim they’re a little more... read more

Dec 1, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Relax in the Little Resort Town of Manitou Beach, Saskatchewan

In the 1800′s, First nations tribes were being wiped out at an alarming rate by the european settlers. War, disease, and famine were tearing apart an entire civilization. For most of those who came down with smallpox, death followed soon thereafter. However, there were exceptions. According to the local stories, there was once an Assiniboine tribe who had several tribe members come down with... read more

Nov 23, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

6 Reasons You Should Visit Wanuskewin Heritage Park in Saskatchewan

I’ve always had a fascination with history. I suppose I have my folks to thank for that. They always made an effort to stop at every historical point of interest during family road trips. As kids, my folks would have my siblings and I read the signs that would explain where we were, and what we were looking at. I’m sure as little snots we didn’t seem all that interested, but somewhere... read more

Nov 17, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Chasing Prairie Skyscrapers across the flatlands of Saskatchewan [Photo Essay]

The dry, arid winds of Saskatchewan hammer against my left arm. My hand is curved into a wing-like shape as I hang my forearm out the driver’s side window. I entertain myself with the magic of lift. It’s late September and I’m watching the yellow dashed lines extend into the horizon. The highway is empty and the land is flat. I stare at the small formation of clouds in what has to be... read more

Nov 8, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Exploring The Big Muddy Badlands & Castle Butte [Photo Essay]

Over the years I’ve become quite good at explaining to others what Saskatchewan looks like. It’s more than just 7 hours across and a whole bunch of farmland. If you take the time to get off Highway 1 you’ll find yourself in one of the most unique and beautiful provinces in Canada. Case and point, drive south to the Big Muddy Badlands and see what I mean.Country Roads, Take Me Home On my... read more

Nov 6, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Sunday Canadian Travel Video – Full Mountie – Lonely Planet in Saskatchewan

It’s been a couple weeks since I’ve managed to find a video I wanted to share. Totally my bad, I’ve been pretty preoccupied trying to sort out the next couple months of my life. To say I’ve been busy would be the biggest understatement of the decade. Thankfully there’s a light at the end of the tunnel, and once I get through the next 6 weeks, my life will be a lot more simple.... read more

Oct 31, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Get Eco-Friendly at The Planet Traveler – North America’s Greenest Hostel

Finding The Planet Traveler Hostel is incredibly easy, even for a small town chump such as myself. It’s located between two awesome and eclecticToronto neighbourhoods, Little Italy & Kensington Market. Rising slightly higher than the nearby buildings, a grid of solar panels points toward the sky, gathering light to feed the bowels of this building. No, this is not a bio-dome. Nope, definitely not... read more

Oct 26, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Experience Algonquin Park At The Wolf Den Hostel & Bunkhouse [Photo Essay]

Algonquin Park is an Ontario mecca for outdoor adventure and activities. Whether you’re a plaid wearing canoe carrying portage master, or a first timer dipping your feet into the world of interior camping. Algonquin Park has a lake, a trail, and a campsite for everyones needs. The question is where do you start? Who do you talk to about renting a canoe? And what will you need to know in order to make... read more

Oct 21, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Photo Du Jour – Sunsets, Power Lines, and Saskatchewan Silhouettes

After being surrounded by the the tall (but increadibly awesome) trees of Ontario for a while, coming to Saskatchewan was a breathe of wide open air. I borrowed some family wheels and hit the road running. Touring this province is no easy task. Hours upon hours between stops, long and exhausting highways, and if you’re not on a main highway you have to expect the road will be riddled with potholes... read more

Oct 20, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

HI South Algonquin – A Gateway to Algonquin Park

Located in the small town of Maynooth, Ontario (population 200), a once budding town with its own CN Railways Station on the outskirts of Algonquin Park, is one of the many children of HI Canada. HI Maynooth Hostel is a fantastic little gateway for exploring the area. People from all over the world spend a few days up to a few weeks headquartered in this unique hostel picking away at their Algonquin Park... read more

Oct 16, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Sunday Canadian Travel Video – Toronto Skyline Timelapse

I recently stayed at this incredible new hostel in Toronto called Planet Traveler. (A proper review is coming). To sumarize the stay. It’s incredible! Modern, eco friendly, and best of all has an amazing view of downtown Toronto from their rooftop patio & lounge. While I was catching up on photo edits & some serious amounts of writing I decided to test the limits of my gorillapod & setup... read more

Oct 14, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Photo Du Jour – Tom Thomson Paintings at the McMichael Art Collection

If you’ve ever set foot inside an art museum you’ve likely experienced the heartache after being told to keep your cameras off. From what I’ve read it’s due to copyright issues and fear of damaging the art by strong camera flashes. That and the fact that anyone flashing their camera’s like crazy will likely annoy museum go-ers. All very understandable concerns, and my recent... read more

Oct 13, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

5 Reasons You Should Start Your Canadian Journey at HI Toronto Hostel

HI Hostels Canada is the king of the hill when it comes to budget accommodations across Canada. While there are dozens upon dozens of amazing local mom & pop hostels across Canada, most travellers seem to lean on the “Big Kid” when they first arrive in Canada. Whether its for their comfy beds, warm smiles, or the social side of things, theres plenty of reasons to start here. Incase you... read more

Oct 7, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Photo Du Jour: The Ragged Falls, Ontario

During my recent trip through Algonquin Park I actually evolved from a regular human into a highly optimized photo taking robotic machine. While I was in my highly evolved state, I was able to hike several trails, including the trail up to Ragged Falls. The trail is surprisingly easy and well groomed, which makes it great for new hikers and clumsy photo taking robots such as myself. The Ragged Falls are... read more

Oct 2, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Sunday Canadian Travel Video – Dorset Tower Time Lapse in Ontario

Ontario blew my mind. Those four words have been repeated countless times in the last week. I’ve been editing photos, video, and squeezing in writing as often as I can in order to show everyone what exactly I mean by that. I finally managed to find time to quickly edit this time lapse video of the Ontario Scenery. This time lapse was taken from the Dorset Scenic Lookout Tower. It’s located on... read more

Sep 30, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Photo Du Jour: Algonquin Park’s Autumn Reflections

I recently finished a trip throughout the Algonquin Park, a beautiful and historical provincial park that has been named a national historic site. The history in the area is well worth a post on its own, and while I have started it, I am far from finished. I’m still on the road at the moment, which means my writing time is pretty limited. So that’ll have to wait a few days.This photo was... read more

Sep 28, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Get Fast & Geeky with Segway Tours in Toronto

Rain causes a lot of sports & activities to cancel. Baseball, Football, Soccer, Barbeques, and outdoor music festivals are all prey when it comes down to the mighty talons of an extremely soggy day. I feared that my recent trip with Segway Of Ontario would surely be amongst those victims. Little did I know how rugged both the transportation and our guide “Chris” were. Rain or shine, we were... read more

Sep 18, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Westbound to Ontario and Saskatchewan

This weekend I won’t be featuring a Photo Du Jour nor a Travel Video. Breathe…I know. It sucks! But please, hold back those tears. I have a good reason. On Wednesday I fly out of Halifax for the next leg of my Canadian travels, and I’ve got some serious packing and preparation to do.I’ll be arriving in Toronto first to meet up with my friend, and fellow travel writer, Natalie... read more

Sep 11, 2011 Posted by Corbin Fraser

Sunday Canadian Travel Video – The Surf Lifestyle in Tofino BC

I’ve been on a real west coast stint as of lately with Fridays photo of Vancouvers Skyline and countless posts in the last couple months about British Columbia. So just to be consistent, I’ve decided to share a video by Tourism Canada of one of my favourite locations in Canada. Tofino is a surf town at its very core, and its a great stop for backpackers. There’s a couple Hostels in town,... read more