A Cozy Winter Camping Experience at Silent Lake Provincial Park

We love camping at Ontario Parks in the summer, which allows us to enjoy the serene outdoors and all the wonderful things we can do in the warm weather - thinking of it makes me miss summer! We have also learned to embrace the beauty of winter; the fresh cool air, soft snow, the beauty of trees covered with white snow, and all the fun activities we can do in the winter from skiing, tobogganing to snowshoeing and more. 

When we travel in winter to enjoy the festive season or to explore winter themed events and activities, we usually stay in hotels. We tried winter camping in one of the roofed accommodations at Ontario Parks, which is truly a lovely way to get close to nature, away from the everyday hustle and bustle. 

Beauty of Canadian Wildlife in Winter at Parc Omega

Once you discover the fun at Parc Omega, you will want to visit every season and multiple times too, as it is very exciting for the entire family. Since the first time we stayed over and explored Parc Omega, we visited it again in the summer, and promised ourselves to check its beauty in winter.

Winter Adventure at Scenic Caves

We had a fantastic time at Scenic Caves doing a variety of fun family friendly winter activities like snowshoeing to the Suspension Bridge, and learning and practicing to Cross-Country ski. Over the years we have learned to embrace winter by learning new sports and activities, so we can look forward to enjoy the long winters. Scenic Caves located in Collingwood, a couple of hours from Toronto, is a wonderful place to try these winter activities. We like that they have different trails giving us the option to choose depending on trail distance and skill. There is still a few more weeks to enjoy these sports before the season comes to an end - see their website for details. 

Aurora Winter Festival in Toronto

Toronto's Aurora Winter Festival will be happening until January 5th at Ontario Place, West Island. This is a beautiful way to spend the holidays with loved ones!

Ways to Enjoy Winter While Staying Healthy

There may be a chill in the air, but winter does not necessarily need to be the unhealthiest time of year for you and your family. Here are five ways to ensure that no matter how much your body tells you to hibernate, you can remain healthy and fit, no matter what the weather or season is.

How to Get Your Home Winter Ready

If you're a homeowner you probably want to make sure that your home is in the best shape for winter. With the winter season approaching you don't have much time and you need to take action right away if you want to prepare your home and make sure that it is in the best shape possible.

How To Keep Healthy and Warm During Winter

The winter season is a tough time for families to be healthy and warm. The cold temperatures make it hard to get out of bed in the morning or stay active during the day. It is also easy to catch a cold that can lead to a week's bed rest.

However, there are several ways you can keep your family healthy and happy through these long winter months. 

Shopping for Winter Gear and Holiday Gifts at Sport Chek

Sport Chek is our go-to place to purchase best quality sports gear, clothing for all our indoor and outdoor adventures, and everything related to fitness and training. Here are our picks from Sport Chek for this winter - these items would also make functional gifts for loved ones! 

Prepare Yourself with Winter Boots

Having the proper winter boots is very important! When I buy winter boots for my family and myself I look at three things: how warm the boots will keep our feet, the grip on the boots so we can avoid mishaps, and the style. I love the quality of Columbia brand winter boots because of my prior experiences with them. They not only last long, but also keep me warm, and it is footwear I can rely on. 

Gataga Helly Hansen Winter Boots for Men

My husband has been enjoying the warm Helly Hansen Gataga winter boots for men, as they are comfortable and provide the perfect protection during all types of winter weather. 

Tips Before Travelling To Canada For The First Time

Canada is a wonderful stretch of beauty with far-reaching forests and endless lakes. If you're planning a trip to visit Canada, you're in for a treat. However before travelling, you need to prepare and know what to expect. From identifying the perfect holiday spots to finding out the no-go areas and other safety considerations will make you have the best experience. If you haven't visited this amazing destination before, here are some important things you need to know before you travel to Canada.

Helly Hansen Men's Juniper Sports Winter Jacket

My husband has been wearing his regular fit Helly Hansen Juniper Sports Winter Jacket, and loves it for many reasons. He says it doesn’t feel bulky yet keeps him really warm and cozy. We love the stylish sporty design of the jacket. It has every feature you can think of! Wearing this jacket is comfortable because it is extremely light and airy.

One Stop Holiday Shopping for Men and Women at Mark's

My husband and I love shopping at Mark's because it is a one-stop-shop for us to buy clothes and footwear that we enjoy wearing. If you are looking to get outfits for yourself or planning on purchasing clothes and footwear to give as gifts to your loved ones, I would recommend shopping at Mark's online or at their store locations. We can always find quality, comfortable clothing that are sure to be loved.  

A list to make sure our vehicles are ready for upcoming road trips

This post brought to you by Insurance Hunter. All opinions are 100% mine.

We are very excited that it is almost time for road trips. This means we will be spending more time in our vehicles visiting attractions. I think it is a good idea to make sure we give our vehicles love and care they need especially after the long winter we have had. Here is a list of vehicle spring cleaning reminders from Insurance Hunter that will be useful to have.

Winter Wonderland: Ice, Frozen, Snow and Storm

The first week of this winter holidays for us is all about Ice, Frozen, Snow and Storm. We had an awesome start to our holidays watching the opening night show of Disney on Ice Princess and Heroes at the Rogers Centre. Disney on Ice is a wonderful live show to watch with the family. We enjoyed watching the Disney characters coming to life and beautifully skating on ice. 

Helly Hansen Outdoor Winter Clothing for Children

My son enjoys wearing his Helly Hansen Junior Progress Jacket. This jacket has Primaloft Insulation that gives the warmth and softness we all look for in winter jackets.

Win a Copy of Chicken Soup for the Soul: O Canada The Wonders of Winter

Chicken Soup for the Soul: O Canada The Wonders of Winter is a book that celebrates winter with stories from coast-to-coast that I enjoyed reading by myself, and reading to my children. Children will enjoy listening to these stories and ask for us to read more. These touching stories will remind us of our own experiences and make us feel proud to be Canadian.

Winter-Ready Home Tips to Save on Heating Bills

Winter is nearly here, and alongside the dream of seeing enchanting snowfall comes the inevitable chill that leaves us wanting nothing more than to huddle closer to the radiators. While it's very tempting, there are a number of ways to keep your home cozy and warm without breaking the bank. Did you know that if you prepare your home now ready for the winter months that you could actually save money on your heating bill? Check out these cost-effective tips to keep your home warm and save on energy bills.

Scenic accommodation and dining at Horseshoe Valley Resort

At the first sight of snow my family and I get very excited to get outdoors and have fun.  During the December holidays when we had some snow in Toronto, we were too sick to go out and enjoy it :(  However, I am glad we had planned to go to Horseshoe Resort in Barrie, Ontario before the school holidays ended and miraculously got well a day before our trip.

Fun Family Activities To Do In The Colder Months

With the colder months approaching, many families prepare to enjoy the warmth of staying indoors. However, this can quickly turn monotonous, where we start to miss the excitement of summer adventures where the family easily bonds together. Usually, indoor time also increases screen time that could negatively effects emotional and mental well-being. There are several fun activities we can get involved in during the winter from camping to going on road trips. Here are six fun activities to consider enjoying with your family during the colder months.