Sometimes you don't need to pack up the camping gear, book a campsite or take a week off work to feel like you've gotten away. Sometimes, all you need is a sunny day, a full tank of gas, a good playlist and a destination. That was the plan for our day trip to Port Burwell Provincial Park. Located along the north shore of Lake Erie, Port Burwell is one of those places that makes for the perfect summer escape. It's far enough away to feel like you're actually going somewhere, b

There are some places you visit once and enjoy, and then there are places that become part of who you are. For me, Pog Lake Campground in Algonquin Provincial Park is one of those places. Every time I drive through the gates of Algonquin, I feel a sense of calm wash over me. The towering pines, the winding roads, the familiar smell of the forest—it all feels like coming home. While I've camped in many beautiful parks across Ontario over the years, there is something about Alg

This year, we spent the May long weekend camping at Driftwood Provincial Park, and honestly, it was the perfect way to kick off camping season. What made this trip feel even more special for me was realizing that this blog has now been part of my life for three years. 🎉🎉 It’s honestly wild to think about how far Fitness Adventures with Liz has come since I first started sharing little pieces of my adventures online. What began as a small passion project has turned into some

For the longest time, fitness was part of who I was. The gym was my stress relief. Hiking with Rosie filled my cup. Meal prepping made me feel organized and in control. Movement wasn’t just about weight loss for me — it was about feeling strong, capable, and mentally clear. And then life changed. Over the last year and a half, I really started focusing on my mental health. After struggling quietly for a long time, I made the decision to start taking Lexapro. Honestly, it help

There’s something about hiking with a bulldog that instantly turns a normal trail day into an adventure. Maybe it’s the constant snack breaks, the stubborn pauses to inspect absolutely nothing, or the way they somehow manage to look both athletic and exhausted at the same time. Either way, a day at Rockwood Conservation Area with Rosie was exactly the kind of outdoor reset we needed. Just over an hour from the GTA, Rockwood feels like stepping into another world. Massive lime

I grew up in the Peterborough area and still visit my parents regularly. Until recently, I had never set foot in the Canadian Canoe Museum . It’s one of those places you hear about but never quite make it to — always thinking, "I’ll go another day." When I finally went, I was honestly surprised by how much it made me reflect on Canadian history and my own connection to the outdoors and the waterways I’ve spent so much time around. A Perfect Location The museum’s new location

There’s something about camping in the early fall that just hits different—and Inverhuron Provincial Park reminded me of that in the best way possible. Inverhuron Provincial Park is one of those places that doesn’t try to impress you—and somehow ends up doing exactly that. Located right on the shores of Lake Huron, this park is calm, spacious, and refreshingly low-key. It’s the kind of campground where the days feel slower and the noise of everyday life fades out pretty quick

Winter Camping at Arrowhead Provincial Park to ring in 2026.

There’s something about ending the summer under the trees, by the lake, and away from the noise of everyday life that feels grounding. This Labour Day long weekend, I packed up for a trip to Mikisew Provincial Park—a hidden gem tucked away in the heart of cottage country. It was the perfect way to close out the season and soak in one more adventure before fall takes over. Mikisew Provincial Park is smaller than some of the other Ontario parks I’ve camped at, but that’s part o

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